Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Carpinteria

Server was lovely. Very kind and thoughtful. But the food was a bit disappointing. Cold pasta, and not much flavor. I had asked for my margarita with regular tequila instead of mezcal and it came out wrong, and I just didn’t drink it, I didn’t want to complain. The entire staff seemed to be scrambling around and the owner or manager seemed very stressed out, which in turn was stressing her team. It was very obvious. I tried speaking with her bc I wanted to acknowledge her host who had so kindly helped me change my reservation and she couldn’t even stop for a second to listen to my feedback. I had brought her flowers even. Just a bummer experience when we spent over $300

Incredible service! So nice and helpful as this was our first visit. All of her recommendations were spot on. The artichoke didn’t stand a chance as our kids caught on the ended up devouring it. Our group had a pizza, pomegranate salad special, their pasta special with shaved truffles, and the sliders. Their craft cocktails are well done and her recommendation for an Italian white was money. No room for dessert. Must try if you’re passing through.

The Caesar Salad was fresh and the dressing was a tasty surprise. The Veal Milanese breading was crispy and paired nicely with the buttery, cheesy fettuccine. My friends both enjoyed their Spinach Ravioli and Pappardelle Vodka. Topped it off with us all sharing the Warm Lava Cake...delish!