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The Black Sheep Restaurant + BarA-

18 E Cota St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 · Restaurant, Bar, Bistro · Lower State

Creative New American tasting menus with polished hospitality and strong cocktails; great for celebrations, but pricing is high and portions/format may not suit everyone.

Our take

The Black Sheep Restaurant + Bar delivers exceptional food quality and outstanding service attentiveness that position it among the area's better neighborhood restaurants. Consistent execution across repeat visits and a loyal following reinforce its standing as a downtown staple worth a special trip. The grade reflects strong all-around performance, though occasional space comfort concerns and service pacing during peak nights prevent it from reaching grade A territory.

One caveat: A few reports of over-salted or over-charred dishes and long waits on busy nights

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Opening Hours

Monday Tuesday Wednesday17:00–21:00 Thursday17:00–21:00 Friday17:00–22:00 Saturday17:00–22:00 Sunday17:00–21:00
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