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The cuisine in Ventura and Santa Barbara is every bit as eclectic as it is in California's bigger cities; fresh seafood is a standout. A foodie renaissance has overtaken the entire region from Ventura to Paso Robles, spawning dozens of restaurants touting locavore cuisine made with fresh organic produce and meats. Dining attire on the Central Coast is generally casual, though slightly dressy casual wear is the custom at pricier restaurants.
Family-friendly Big Sky turns local and organically grown ingredients into global dishes, starting with breakfast. Just pick your continent—braised Brazilian lamb shanks, Southeast Asian noodle bowls and crispy tempura cauliflower, Middle Eastern shakshuka, Spanish paella, Nashville fried chicken sandwich.
In the colorful dining room or on the large creek-side deck, this animated downtown eatery will take you on a culinary world tour. The salads, small plates, and entrées come from nearly every continent. The wine and beer list also covers the globe and includes local favorites.
An international, vegetarian-friendly dining experience awaits you at this cozy East Village cottage. Dinner choices include chiles relents, grilled Skuna Bay salmon, lamb curry, and grilled pork chops. Lunchtime's extensive salad and sandwich menu embraces burgers and tofu alike.
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