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Santa Barbara and the Central Coast Restaurant Reviews
The cuisine in Ventura and Santa Barbara is every bit as eclectic as it is in California's bigger cities; fresh seafood is a standout. A foodie renaissance has overtaken the entire region from Ventura to Paso Robles, spawning dozens of new restaurants touting locavore cuisine made with fresh organic produce and meats. Dining attire on the Central Coast is generally casual, though slightly dressy casual wear is the custom at pricier restaurants.
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- Root 246
- $$$
- Solvang
- The Stonehouse
- $$$$
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Travel Deals in Santa Barbara and the Central Coast
- $93.00 & up : 3-star hotels in Santa Barbara Hotwire
- 3-Star Bath Street Inn Fr $205+/Nt Hotels.com
- The Sandman Inn Biggest Sale! 4 Nts + Air Fr $423 Expedia
- $16.95 & up : Full Size rentals in Santa Barbara Hotwire
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