We Rank Santa Barbara’s 9 Top Lunch Experiences

Discover the top lunch experiences in Santa Barbara, from wine tours to bike adventures, with insights to help you choose the perfect foodie outing.

Discover the top lunch experiences in Santa Barbara, from wine tours to bike adventures, with insights to help you choose the perfect foodie outing.

Discover the best 2-hour tours in Santa Barbara, from wildlife kayaking to sunset cruises and private drives, to make the most of your brief visit.

Discover Santa Barbara’s finest with this small-group tour to exclusive private estates, offering private tastings, behind-the-scenes access, and a personalized experience for wine lovers.

Discover Solvang and Santa Ynez wine country on a flexible self-guided e-bike tour, blending scenic views, historic sights, and local flavors at your own pace.

Explore Santa Barbara with a fun, affordable kayak or stand-up paddleboard rental. Safe, friendly staff, easy access, and high-quality gear ensure a memorable ocean experience.

Discover Santa Ynez wine country with a private, all-inclusive tour featuring visits to three top wineries, scenic drives, and a delicious picnic lunch.

Discover Santa Barbara’s wine scene with this guided afternoon tour, featuring tastings at boutique wineries, olive oil sampling, and flexible pickup options.
Discover Solvang's dark secrets and exquisite wines on this 2-hour true crime and wine tour, featuring three tastings, quirky stops, and engaging stories.

Discover Santa Barbara through an engaging 3-hour self-guided scavenger hunt that explores historic sites, seaside neighborhoods, and hidden gems.

Discover Santa Barbara from the water with the private Lil Toot boat tour. Perfect for celebrations, offering intimate views, snacks, and plenty of fun.

Discover the fun and immersive Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Goleta and Isla Vista, combining storytelling, driving, and fun clues for mystery lovers.

Explore Santa Barbara on a guided 2-3 hour bike tour passing iconic sights, stunning beaches, and luxury neighborhoods—perfect for active travelers seeking local charm.

Experience Santa Ynez Valley wine country with this all-inclusive, private 3-winery tour from Santa Barbara, featuring expert guides, tastings, and a picnic lunch.

Explore Santa Barbara Wine Country on a guided electric bike ride through Nojoqui Falls Canyon, including wine tasting and optional farm-to-table lunch.

Learn to surf in Santa Barbara with a 4-hour beginner lesson, including rental gear, professional instruction, and beachside lunch—perfect for first-timers.

Spend an hour in Santa Barbara with rescued cats at Cat Therapy, supporting shelter animals while enjoying playful, socialized felines in a cozy setting.

Rent a kayak or stand-up paddleboard in Santa Barbara for an active, scenic water adventure. Perfect for independent travelers seeking flexibility and fun.

Discover Santa Barbara’s private vineyards on an intimate, expert-led tour. Enjoy VIP tastings, organic lunch, and stunning vineyard views in small groups.

Explore Santa Ynez Valley's top wineries with an intimate, guided tour including tastings, a picnic lunch, and stunning vineyard views—perfect for wine lovers.

Discover Santa Barbara’s historic El Pueblo Viejo with this private walking tour, exploring adobe structures, old streets, and local legends with an expert guide.
Discover Santa Barbara’s historic sites and stunning architecture on this private 2-3 hour walking tour, led by an engaging and knowledgeable guide.

Explore Santa Barbara’s Skynet Playground for a fun aerial net course among oak trees, perfect for families and adventure seekers alike, at $15.

Discover Santa Barbara’s best boutique wineries with an expert guide, tasting at up to four locations, plus a picnic lunch—all in a small, relaxed tour for wine lovers.

Explore Santa Barbara’s haunted sites and enjoy top local wines on this intimate guided tour combining ghost stories with tastings for a memorable evening.