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Hit the urban wine trail, indulge in Mediterranean eats and fresh fish, and catch live music during a weekend of downtown happenings.
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A hearty breakfast is key before a day of tasting on the urban wine trail. Keep the party going with local varietals and Mediterranean fare by the fire at Wine Cask.
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Esau's Cafe Santa Barbara
Contact:
- (805) 965-4416
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Location:
- 721 Chapala Street
- Santa Barbara,CA93101
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A charming diner with surf memorabilia everywhere, Esau's cafe has everything the sun-drenched traveler needs to consume. From breakfast burritos to a tofu and veggie scramble for breakfast, with a Carpinteria Burger and a BLAT (Bacon, Lettuce, Avocado, Tomato) for lunch, you won't leave hungry.
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Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail
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Location:
- Downtown Santa Barbara
- Santa Barbara,California93101
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If a drive out to wine country in the Santa Ynez Valley is not going to fit into your itinerary, sniff, swirl, and sip along the Santa Barbara urban wine trail. With 11 wineries located in and around downtown Santa Barbara (save for one a hop down Highway 101 in Summerland), it's easy to walk, bike, or hail a cab to tasting rooms which pour varietals from Santa Barbara County vineyards.
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Wine Cask
Contact:
- 800/436-9463
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Location:
- 813 Anacapa St
- In El Paseo Center
- Santa Barbara,CA93101
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Take a 20-year-old wine shop, a large 1920s landmark dining room with a big stone fireplace, an outdoor dining patio, and outstanding Italian fare, mix them with an attractive staff and clientele, and you've got the Wine Cask -- the most popular upscale dining spot in Santa Barbara. You'll be treated to comforting creations by Chef John Pettitt, such as pan-roasted arctic char in a Dijon-artichoke emulsion. Other options include Australian lamb chops, or pasta with chanterelle mushrooms, baby artichokes, and gold beets. The wine list reads like a novel, with more than 2,000 wines ($14-$1,400), and has deservedly received the Wine Spectator award for excellence. A happy hour takes place at the beautiful maple bar from 4 to 6pm daily.
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Admission to the art museum is free on the first Sunday of every month, so start the day slowly by perusing world-famous works of art. Head to the harbor for fish tacos at Brophy Bros., then stroll along West Beach. Kick off the evening with mojitos at Cafe Buenos Aires, then walk over to SoHo for live music and heavy apps or a steak dinner.
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Santa Barbara Museum of Art
Contact:
- +1 805 884 6454
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Location:
- 1130 State St
- Santa Barbara,CA93101
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This little jewel of a museum feels more like the private gallery of a wealthy collector. Its leaning is toward early-20th-century Western American paintings and 19th- and 20th-century Asian art, but the best displays might be the antiquities and Chinese ceramics. In addition, there are often visiting exhibits featuring small but excellent collections from other establishments.
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Brophy Bros. Restaurant & Clam Bar
Contact:
- 1 805 966 4418
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Location:
- 119 Harbor Way
- Off Cabrillo Blvd. in the Waterfront Center
- Santa Barbara,CA93109
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Brophy Bros. is known for its delicious seafood preparations. The daily changing "Fresh Fish" menu is available in the restaurant area and a special menu is offered in the Clam Bar. All entrees are served with green salad or a cup of New England Clam Chowder. Prices are reasonable and the service is efficient. Check the website for a detailed menu.
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Cafe Buenos Aires
Contact:
- +1 805 963 0242
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Location:
- 1316 State Street
- Santa Barbara,CA93101
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Come to Cafe Buenos Aires if you plan to spend a quiet evening with your partner. The place is elegantly done up with ceiling lights, wall paintings, wooden furniture and indoor plants. Seat yourself comfortably at the table and order from the vast choice of Argentine cuisine available, langostinos, canelones, empanadas and sandwiches. The cafe also hosts local music shows and dance performances every now and then. The Happy Hour timings are Monday to Friday from 4.00 pm to 6.00 pm. Check the website for more details.
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SOhO Restaurant & Music Club
Contact:
- +1 805 962 7776
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Location:
- 1221 State Street
- Suite 205
- Santa Barbara,CA93101
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In a town full of music lovers, SOhO fills an essential niche, live music seven nights a week. The only venue of its kind in the area, this is the perfect combination of great food, a fun bar scene, and great music. Dine on California fare like gourmet pizzas and pastas, fresh seafood and steaks, complemented by a carefully selected (primarily local) wine list. A favorite stopping point for touring musicians en route from Los Angeles to San Francisco, this intimate venue has attracted artists such as (then rising star) Jack Johnson, Kenny Loggins, and Reggae Legends Alpha Blondie. So come hungry, bring your dancing shoes, and let the good times roll!
- Destination(s): Santa Barbara
- Type: Arts and Culture
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