Where Celebrities Eat in Montecito: A Star-Approved Guide to Dining (Part 2)
The celebrity sightings don’t stop at sushi and steak — we’ve got pasta, pizza, and patio margaritas too.
Welcome back to Part 2 of our Montecito dining series — where the food is as polished as the clientele and even the casual spots have cult followings. Whether you missed the first half or just can’t get enough of that star-studded sparkle, here’s the rest of our roundup of Montecito’s most celebrity-loved restaurants.
🌿 Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch
Secluded, stunning, and soaked in Hollywood history. Nestled into the hillside of San Ysidro Ranch, Stonehouse is the place for proposals, power dinners, and those who crave privacy with their filet. The food is elegant, the garden views are unmatched, and the guest list? Discreet, but impressive.
🦪 Clark’s Montecito
The coastal sister of the famous Austin original. Upscale oysters, martinis, and lobster rolls in a white-tiled, Hamptons-meets-California setting. Celebs love it because it feels like vacation — even when it’s not.
🍷 Tre Lune
A paparazzi favorite. Tre Lune has long been one of Montecito’s most celeb-heavy dining spots. Classic Italian dishes, white tablecloths, and a prime Coast Village Road location keep this trattoria buzzing. Plus, the pasta is actually legit.
🍕 Bettina
This wood-fired pizza spot tucked inside Montecito Country Mart is pure laid-back luxury. The dough is fermented to perfection, the wines are natural, and the crowd is effortlessly stylish. It’s not uncommon to see Netflix stars or mega-agents grabbing a pie here with their families.
🌮 Los Arroyos Montecito
Proof that celebs love casual, comforting food too. Los Arroyos serves fresh, flavorful Mexican dishes in a relaxed, neighborhood-style setting. It’s the kind of place where you could sit next to someone wildly famous — and no one makes a big deal about it.
🎬 Final Bite
Whether it’s a white-linen bolognese moment at Tre Lune or a sidewalk taco situation at Los Arroyos, Montecito makes it easy to dine like a celeb — no flash required. These spots round out the list of where stars eat when they want to keep it delicious and just a little under the radar.
Want to experience Montecito flavor with a local twist? Join us for a Taste Santa Barbara Food Tour — and get a little behind-the-scenes flavor while you’re at it.
Missed Part 1? Read it here and start at the top of the A-list.