Waterfront is one of Santa Barbara's most exciting neighborhoods. Here's what to eat, drink, and do.
Restaurants & Cafes
- Brophy Bros. Restaurant & Clam Bar — The definitive Santa Barbara seafood institution. Perched right over the harbor, serving clam chowder and fresh catches
- Reunion Kitchen + Drink
- Santa Barbara Shellfish Company — Casual waterfront restaurant serving seasonal seafood with ocean views, outdoor patio & fire pit.
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- Sushi Go Go — Savor the taste of the ocean at Sushi Go Go, where fresh sushi meets stunning harbor views and a warm, welcoming atmosph
- Happy Cat Eats — Savor the coastal vibes at Happy Cat Eats, where delicious eats and refreshing drinks like mint lychee lemonade come tog
Outdoor & Attractions
- East Beach Park — SB's most beloved stretch of sand — volleyball nets, palm trees, the Arts & Crafts Show every Sunday, and the ocean at i
- Stearns Wharf — Built in 1872, the oldest working wooden wharf on the West Coast. Walk to the end for Channel Islands views, fresh seafo
- Leadbetter Beach — City beach offering both white sand & a grass lawn, plus picnic areas, showers & restrooms.
Experiences & Activities
- Free Walking Tour Santa Barbara — Self-guided tour of 20+ tasting rooms across the Funk Zone — download the map, start at Municipal, and see how far you m
- Santa Barbara Maritime Museum — Santa Barbara's seafaring heritage from the Chumash to the tuna fleet — the interactive tide pool and the ship simulator
Shops
- Surf N Wear's Beach House — SB's original surf shop, right on the waterfront since 1962 — boards, wetsuits, and the most knowledgeable staff on loca
Wineries & Breweries
- Deep Sea Tasting Room — 360° Pacific views from Stearns Wharf — local, family-owned wines with Channel Islands visible on clear days. The most u
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