Mediterranean Restaurants

Building on the success of casual Literati Café, Tony Kouba and wife Paty opened Literati II next door in March 2005. Chef Chris Kidder, a long-time believer in seasonal cooking, delivers the couple's vision for a market-inspired neighborhood restaurant. The literary-themed interior celebrates writers, with portraits of authors and hardcover books ingrained in the structure. Chef Kidder prints a new menu daily, based upon what he scores at the market, but always includes crisp-skinned rotisserie chicken, his signature pork chop, and burger. Chris’ wife, pastry chef Kim Sklar, contributes desserts like churros with bittersweet chocolate dipping sauce. Learn More »

Located at the historic Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club this 111 year old property is now open to the public to dine in. Come and view the polo players who have made history throughout the years framed on the walls. The breathtaking trophies are a marvel, safely locked behind glass casing inside of the restaurant in the back of the dining room. The outside terrace dining area gives you a view of the lush, green polo fields where the matches take place. Our New American menu compiled of fresh ingredients is beautifully paired with our carefully selected wine menu … Learn More »