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Boathouse at Hendry's BeachvsToma Restaurant and Bar
Boathouse at Hendry's Beach and Toma Restaurant and Bar are both recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Toma Restaurant and Bar is preferred by most writers compared to Boathouse at Hendry's Beach. Toma Restaurant and Bar scores 81 with accolades from 3 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, Gayot and Fodor's.
Boathouse at Hendry's Beach
Gayot
Frommer's
2981 Cliff Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
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11.0
"Food plays second fiddle to views at this seaside restaurant, where an idyllic location is the main draw." Full review
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Servers come and go with each passing quarter at the local colleges, so avoid rush hours or be prepared to linger.
"This is Santa Barbara's go-to spot for fresh-off-the-boat seafood, sunset cocktails, and lively happy hours, with a free side order of ocean breeze. " Full review
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Don't miss the homemade macadamia-nut mud pie, made with local McConnell's ice cream.
Toma Restaurant and Bar
Gayot
Fodor's
324 W. Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
From $0/night
14.0
"Fine Italian and Mediterranean fare on the Santa Barbara waterfront." Full review
"Seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and softly lit muted-yellow walls evoke the flavors and charms of Tuscany and the Mediterranean at this rustic-romantic restaurant." Full review