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Outdoor heated patio - LOCAL Montecito, Montecito, CA

LOCAL Montecito

4.7
4.7
262 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Incredible outdoor seating with two heated patios, firepit, couches, and a 360 degree bar. Featuring local ingredients and exceptional dishes from multiple cuisines paired with an extensive and rare wine collection, LOCAL has it all in the heart of Montecito.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Californian, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 12:00–15:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 16:00–18:00 Fri–Sun 15:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    (805) 770-2269
  • Website
    http://www.localmontecito.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Adam Sanacore
  • Private party facilities
    Outdoor patios are available for private parties up to 150 guests. Private Dining Room available for parties up to 12 guests. Full restaurant buyout available. Please email gm@localmontecito.com for additional information.
  • Location
    1187 Coast Village Rd Suite 8,, Montecito, CA 93108
  • Area
    Montecito
  • Cross Street
    Parking on on Coast Village Circle and Coast Village Road
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 262 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Great for outdoor dining

  • California Central Coast

    Seafood

  • Santa Barbara

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Santa Barbara

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
LOCAL Montecito offers a delightful dining experience with "delicious food" and a "charming" ambiance. Guests praise the "accommodating staff" and exceptional service, with standout servers like Joe and Carlos. The menu features "superb" dishes like steak frites and artichoke dip. The indoor/outdoor setting enhances the welcoming vibe, making it a favorite among locals and tourists.

262 Reviews

  1. Juliet

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a fantastic experience at this restaurant and can’t wait to return! The location is charming, nestled in a lovely plaza with plenty of parking in the back. The signage made it easy to find, and the overall ambiance set the tone for a relaxing evening. Cozy lighting and perfectly curated music created a warm, inviting vibe. Although we initially booked an indoor table, we decided to sit outside instead. The outdoor area was beautifully set up, more inviting than indoors, which had a faint smell of cleaning chemicals. The patio was well-equipped with heaters, making it comfortable even on a cooler evening. Our server, Joe, was excellent—attentive, personable, and spot-on with his recommendations. We appreciated that when we chose to split an entrée, it was served already divided, eliminating the hassle of using a sharing plate. It’s little touches like this that make a big difference. We ordered the steak frites and Brussels sprouts, both were delicious, cooked to perfection and must try items. If we had one critique, it would be how the oysters were served. We’re accustomed to having a small fork for eating the oysters and a tiny spoon for the vinaigrette and horseradish, which weren’t provided. It’s a minor detail but worth mentioning. Additionally, while the train horn nearby added some character, it was occasionally loud and disruptive. The seasonal peach cobbler was an absolute highlight—perfectly warm, comforting, and bursting with flavor. It was the perfect way to end the meal. Overall, this restaurant is a gem, and we’ll definitely be back for another visit!

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  2. Ralph

    Chicago

    44 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food in a very nice setting with good service

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  3. Joel

    Central Coast

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    LOCAL always takes care of us! The Eggs Benedict with Crab Cakes was excellent!

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  4. Vickie

    San Francisco

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was excellent. We had salmon and branzino and they were both delicious! Finished with a brownie sundae which was very good. Carlos seated us and was very attentive and friendly. The bartender took our order and gave us great service too.

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  5. NORENE WHEELER

    Central Coast

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Small menue but excellent & interesting options. Joe, our server was excellent! Love the setting. Nice to have this new dining venue in town.

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  6. Victor

    Central Coast

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Branzino was cooked to perfection and the fish tacos were delightful. Or waiter Dominic was the best! 

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  7. SAM

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place to relax and enjoy a great meal Out of the way , worth it

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  8. Michael

    Central Coast

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve only come for lunch but we have returned several times. Pleasant atmosphere, dog friendly, good food, easy parking in rear.

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  9. Bianca

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved the restaurant! Food is excellent! Very gourmet !

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  10. Janis

    Orange County

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 22 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We tried the Miso Salmon and Lamb as entrees. The mushroom rice served with the salmon was full of flavor and herbs. Both entrees were excellent along with the calamari we had as an appetizer. We enjoyed sitting inside because it was a bit quieter and away from the crowd outside. An enjoyable evening and we will be back.

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FAQs

LOCAL Montecito offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (805) 770-2269.

LOCAL Montecito is rated 4.7 stars by 262 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for LOCAL Montecito

1187 Coast Village Rd Suite 8,, Montecito, CA 93108

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Parking on on Coast Village Circle and Coast Village Road
  • Area
    Montecito
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 12:00–15:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 16:00–18:00 Fri–Sun 15:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Californian, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Adam Sanacore
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.localmontecito.com/
  • Phone number
    (805) 770-2269
  • Private party facilities
    Outdoor patios are available for private parties up to 150 guests. Private Dining Room available for parties up to 12 guests. Full restaurant buyout available. Please email gm@localmontecito.com for additional information.
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