Disappointing. My husband, college-age daughter and I were being shown to our table when the staff member veered off to talk to a colleague so we weren't even sure which table was ours. Service was rushed... our salads/appetizers appeared about 2 minutes after we ordered them, and my salad with with burrata was ice cold, so the cheese had none... more

The staff is stuffy but the foods excellent. more

I live in Santa Barbara and have been to Olio e Limone many times and have always had exquisite service and food. Food is always served at the correct temperature and they have an extensive menu for the size restaurant that they have. I find something new and delicious every time I go. It's really nice for a special occasion. more

Decor is much like a lot of trattorias in Italy with plain tile floors, white walls, dark woodwork, and minimal decorations. Most of the best things are not on the menu, but recited as specials (without mentioning price) by the waiter. This is a bit of pet peeve of mine since, with computers and printers, it doesn't seem difficult for... more

Heaven on earth. There is something wrong with your taste buds if you don't think this is the most amazing menu. more

Heard a lot that this was the best Italian restaurant in Santa Barbara so went there for a special date. The ambience is not much to speak of, at least when there is light outside--nice view of a parking lot. Tables were of fair size and at least the room was not overcrowded. Service was mediorcre and the waiter was... more

Wonderful Scilian food. Terrific service. more

We ended up here because nearby Bouchon was full and this place rapidly filled up: the moral of this is that if you want to eat at a popular restaurant in SB it is necessary to book in advance at least at weekends. The service was polite and efficient (perhaps a bit too efficient) and the food was competent but... more

Such good Italian food! more