The Lark
New American Restaurant$$$$
Lower State, Santa Barbara
"hazelnut praline ice cream sandwich for dessert."(4 Tips)"It's my favorite restaurant in SB."(2 Tips)
"Free savoury popcorn, great cocktails, Brussels sprouts, yum."(8 Tips)
"Popcorn 🍿"(4 Tips)
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Danielle HuntJanuary 16, 2015Brussels sprouts are insanely tasty. The hanger steak is phenomenal but could have had more steak and less broccoli. The beef cheeks with bone marrow is rich and decadent. The ice cream sandwich OMG
Meredith BlechmanJuly 4, 2015Great outdoor seating or indoor bar scene. Food is phenomenal. Get the Brussels sprouts and hazelnut praline ice cream sandwich for dessert. Can't go wrong with everything in between. And make a res!
Ryan GantzAugust 23, 2013Great outdoor seating. Arugula Salad, Cauliflower au Gratin, &Pork Shank were phenomenal. Thoughtful menu. The platters are easily enough for two. Great cocktails. Take your time and savor everything!
Riley MelbaApril 2, 2020The meal was served hot and excellent taste. The server was very friendly and helpful. I prefer eating at this restaurant next time and will surely recommend them to all of my co-workers!- Mina HaneyApril 22, 2020We popped in for lunch with a friend and loved this small friendly restaurant. The mouthwatering selection of cakes was beyond our capacity after such lunch, but will give us another reason to return!
Shikha KaiwarJune 13, 2016Great for cocktails, a nice dinner, or just dessert. Pisco cocktail is excellent, and don't miss the chocolate tres leches cake.
Priscilla @shescookinJuly 8, 2017Yes, everyone orders the Brussels Sprouts, but we tried four of the other small plates and they were all very good!
- Alysha HuddlestonAugust 26, 2019I love the Lark. It's my favorite restaurant in SB. Chef was sweet and gave us a complimentary dish to try. Great service. Great atmosphere.
Matt VahleOctober 21, 2013This place is phenom. Get the chicken, get the sprouts, get yourself involved in the tea cellar. Awesome environment. Awesome staff. And to think a UCSB kid recco'd this place.
Silvia Butta CaliceApril 14, 2016The staff is super nice, the food is super good, the atmosphere is delightful! If you are in Santa Barbara, do not miss out on this place!
Yasemin FidanApril 28, 2015Very creative, different tastes. The popcorn that they serve instead of bread amazing! Octopus and papardelle my favs.Absolutely the best rest. in town
Sara TaylorSeptember 10, 2017Delicious and creative cocktails. All the small plates we shared were delicious. The space itself is also really interesting.
Dean HudsonSeptember 22, 2014Tasty sharing plates – try the steak and the buttered carrots! If there's a long wait for a table you can jump onto the family table when a seat opens up
Cordelia MartinezAugust 4, 2018Get the Brussel Sprouts, Shishito Peppers, Tagliatelle Pasta (with truffle) and the Ice Cream Sandwich!!!
Oscar GomezOctober 31, 2016The best service in a restaurant. The lamb belly was the best dish of the night. A must visit restaurant
Whitney FishmanOctober 23, 2015Great wine selection and plates to share. Anything with pork is a solid choice. The ice cream sandwich is awesome.
Alice KamenetskyApril 15, 2018Brussels sprouts, lamb rack, spring vegetables, and confit duck wings were phenomenal - I'm blown away
Sharon GoldsteinMarch 19, 2015Tons of interesting people eating at the bar. Recommend the Ojai Syrah and the Octopus with Israeli Couscous
Bridget GaelNovember 8, 2020Great cocktails! Dirty martini and old fashioned twist were good. Brocollini w ricotta was bomb- Cheryl LovesethNovember 24, 2013Everything is good ... EVERYTHING. Free savoury popcorn, great cocktails, Brussels sprouts, yum. Enjoy!
Mihai CrasneanuAugust 6, 2015The place is super enjoyable but the food is plain nonsense and better avoided, except for those who still get excited to find fruits and acidic juices spread all over your plate.
David BradshawNovember 22, 2014This might be the best restaurant in Santa Barbara. Make a reservation or you'll go home hungry
Jason KJuly 13, 2016The hottest restaurant in the Funk Zone. Nice big patio and reservations recommended.
Santiago VillegasJune 8, 2014The Farro entree, the pimento cheese and the lamb gnocchi are outstanding
eric bornemannOctober 7, 2018Food is stellar - Brussels Spouts are worth committing murder for. Unfortunately the service is abhorrent, slow and you always wait no matter if you have a reservation. But the food....!!!!
No one here knows how to do math. 2nd time they fucked up my bill. I'll definitely come back- it's just a bit annoying.
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A new dining experience in Santa Barbara featuring artisanal and seasonal ingredients, celebrating our local community.
Closed until 4:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 4:00 PM–8:00 PM
(805) 284-0370
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Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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