We had heard great things about the sunsets at Butterfly Beach and the Four Seasons Biltmore in Santa Barbara, so on our last night, we decided to head to the resort for dinner around sunset.
Parking was a breeze, right out front near the beach, or you could valet if you wished. The staff were fantastic, remembering us from earlier that day and welcoming us individually by name, ensuring we were seated in an area with a great view over the beach and that we were warm enough - thanks to the lovely fire pit and gas heaters.
The service was excellent. Our waiter was attentive, but not intrusive, and very knowledgeable in relation to the food and drinks menu, even down to outlining ingredients in some of the sauces.
Our meal that evening:
Entrees:
Grilled Octopus - Green Olive Potato Salad, Warm Pancetta Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette
Wild Boar Pappardelle - Pinot Noir Braised, Morel Mushrooms
The octopus was the star of the show here, beautifully smokey, yet delicate flavors.
Mains:
Organic Chicken - Porcini Bolognese, Soft Polenta, Romanesco Broccoli
California Duck Breast
The duck proved the better dish here.
Sides:
Truffle Parmesan Fries, Roasted Garlic Aioli
We rounded the meal off with some very strong (be careful if driving) but yummy cocktails - the end to a perfect evening.
This restaurant boasts a beautiful location with the beach just across the road> We were treated to an amazing Santa Barbara sunset and some other diners advised that earlier, they had seen a few pods of dolphins, so you never know your luck.
The atmosphere in the outdoor seating area was relaxing and romantic, the perfect end to our stay in Santa Barbara. Highly recommended
Parking was a breeze, right out front near the beach, or you could valet if you wished. The staff were fantastic, remembering us from earlier that day and welcoming us individually by name, ensuring we were seated in an area with a great view over the beach and that we were warm enough - thanks to the lovely fire pit and gas heaters.
The service was excellent. Our waiter was attentive, but not intrusive, and very knowledgeable in relation to the food and drinks menu, even down to outlining ingredients in some of the sauces.
Our meal that evening:
Entrees:
Grilled Octopus - Green Olive Potato Salad, Warm Pancetta Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette
Wild Boar Pappardelle - Pinot Noir Braised, Morel Mushrooms
The octopus was the star of the show here, beautifully smokey, yet delicate flavors.
Mains:
Organic Chicken - Porcini Bolognese, Soft Polenta, Romanesco Broccoli
California Duck Breast
The duck proved the better dish here.
Sides:
Truffle Parmesan Fries, Roasted Garlic Aioli
We rounded the meal off with some very strong (be careful if driving) but yummy cocktails - the end to a perfect evening.
This restaurant boasts a beautiful location with the beach just across the road> We were treated to an amazing Santa Barbara sunset and some other diners advised that earlier, they had seen a few pods of dolphins, so you never know your luck.
The atmosphere in the outdoor seating area was relaxing and romantic, the perfect end to our stay in Santa Barbara. Highly recommended
