The Montecito Cafe was opened in 1986 by husband and wife team Mark and Margaret Huston, both graduates of the California Culinary Academy.The restaurant is located in the historic Montecito Inn built by Charlie Chaplin in the 1920’s.
The song “There is an old hotel with a wishing well” refers to the fountain in the restaurant that is filled with fresh flowers.
The Cafe specializes in simple and delicious food. There is a variety of daily specials to choose from which always include fresh fish. The Cafe is known for their entrée size salad bowls, sandwiches, fresh fish and entrée choices such as filet mignon, and grilled chicken with anaheim chilies. The homemade lamb sausage is also very popular. Everything is made daily from scratch on the premises including all of the desserts, sauces, dressings and breads.
The motto of the restaurant is “Quality, Value and Service” quality people, excellent value and fast and friendly service.
The restaurant has maintained its high standards for over 25 years and has received many awards including “Best Montecito Restaurant” for the past 11 years in a row.
The Bar is located across from the entrance, and is a popular meeting place for enjoying intimate dinners, homemade pizzas and cocktails.
The Montecito Cafe is celebrating 25 years in business this year.
“We would like to thank our beloved customers from Montecito, Santa Barbara, Goleta, Summerland, Carpinteria and around the globe for 25 years of loyal support. Thank you for the privilege of sharing your special occasions as well as your every day lives with us. We look forward to making more memories together for the years to come.”
Mark and Margaret Huston, family and staff
In 2009 Mark and Margaret Huston opened their new restaurant, Jane located next to the Arlington Theater in downtown Santa Barbara. For more information on Jane please visit the website at www.janerestaurantsb.com
MONTECITO CAFE
1295 Coast Village Road, Santa Barbara, CA
805.969.3392
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