The 'O' Bar + Kitchen at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

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   Randy

   Austin

   54 reviews

   3.0

   54 reviews

   Dined on 21 January 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Nice ambience at fire pit table. Food was average in taste. We were celebrating our anniversary, but they did nothing to recognize the occasion. Expensive.
   

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   Jesse

   Central Coast

   17 reviews

   5.0

   17 reviews

   Dined on 18 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We made reservations for 4 and decided to seat ourselves outside since the weather was so nice. It's January, and usually, it's really cold, but today was beautiful. We had drinks and an appetizer. It's the Ritz, so prices are high, which we expected. We didn't walk around because time didn't allow it. We had another commitment. Overall, we had a great time and recommend this restaurant.
   

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   peter

   VIP

   New York City

   27 reviews

   5.0

   27 reviews

   Dined on 18 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   superb in every way. loud at bar jnsude but quiet and comfortable on the terrace.
   

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   Krista

   VIP

   Los Angeles

   23 reviews

   5.0

   23 reviews

   Dined on 30 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We loved our lunch! The service was excellent, the food was delicious, and it was kid friendly!
   

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   Michael

   Seattle

   11 reviews

   4.0

   11 reviews

   Dined on 25 December 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Alex, our server was great. Plan on going here for Christmas lunch. Was nice but the inside seating isn’t real comfortable. Very small table. The food was pretty small but it was tasty. Little pricey for a portion sizes but I guess you’re at the Ritz after all
   

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   Christina

   Chicago

   10 reviews

   5.0

   10 reviews

   Dined on 23 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great experience, but a bit cold inside the bar. Grab a coat in winter.
   

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   Kelli

   Oklahoma City

   39 reviews

   5.0

   39 reviews

   Dined on 30 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful service and beautiful ambiance. The churros were a plus.
   

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   Lisa

   VIP

   San Francisco

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on 24 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Perfect place for our first dinner while on property. Matt was our server and was super friendly and also very attentive, which is key when traveling with little kids that can be fussy. The food was delicious and it was prepared to perfection. We don’t often love grilled chicken but wanted to get it for the kiddos and theirs was super tender and delicious. Sliders and fish tacos were also perfectly prepared. Flavors are not overpowering and you can taste the quality of the ingredients. We’ll definitely be back
   

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   Jamie

   New York City

   31 reviews

   5.0

   31 reviews

   Dined on 12 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Nights in Santa Barbara are cold!! And I was not prepared when we sat outisde - our firepit was not working at the table. The staff quickly brought over a space heater, and two blankets and I was as cosy and warm. Terrific service. The food as excellent as well, I had the guacamole and barbacoa tacos, all executed perfectly with great presentation. The tables are well spaced, allowing for conversation without shouting. The music was not intrusive. The second time I ate at the restaurant in the bar area, it was also just as good, although the bar can be very loud and crowded, the seating is again well spaced out and conversation is possible.
   

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    Janelle

    Yosemite

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    We enjoyed a beverage and apps after check in and it was delicious.
    

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