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Casual eatery in a shopping complex with dog-friendly patios serving Cal-American breakfast & lunch.
Hours
| Friday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Monday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–2 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 21 W Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Phone: (805) 770-2143
Website: http://www.scarlettbegonia.net/
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Reviews
Ruth Gordon
My neighbor invited me to have lunch with her for my birthday. She named a few places near us, but I picked I Scarlet Begonia because the food is consistently delicious, well-presented, and always satisfying.
My friend ordered the Benedict and I told her that I’ve never seen a Benedict with greens, which is the extra step that Scarlett begonia takes to make their food extraordinary vs. ordinary.
The potatoes were well prepared and there was so much food that she had to take half of it home. It was quite beautiful as you see in the picture and very tasty.
I’ve eaten here a few times and once I tasted their lemon ricotta pancakes it is my go to Every time. Even though it was 1 o’clock in the afternoon, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to eat these fluffy and moist pancakes that are so light they melt in your mouth! I usually can only eat one pancake, but they were so good I had to eat two, so I indulged. I also ordered the sausage links for the first time and asked for them well done and they came out. Perfect! I needed the extra protein and I already had bacon at home so wanted something different. Those sausages were just delicious and a perfect compliment to the sweet blueberry sauce on the pancakes.
Kaylee was our server and she was the most professional, accommodating, friendly, efficient server I’ve ever encountered in Santa Barbara. I asked her if she was a manager because her demeanor and professionalism was outstanding ask for her he won’t be sorry.
I was pleasantly surprised when they brought my chocolate cake with strawberries and a candle. I still have some in my refrigerator because I was so full from breakfast. I’m going to save it later during the football game. !
… moreMy friend ordered the Benedict and I told her that I’ve never seen a Benedict with greens, which is the extra step that Scarlett begonia takes to make their food extraordinary vs. ordinary.
The potatoes were well prepared and there was so much food that she had to take half of it home. It was quite beautiful as you see in the picture and very tasty.
I’ve eaten here a few times and once I tasted their lemon ricotta pancakes it is my go to Every time. Even though it was 1 o’clock in the afternoon, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to eat these fluffy and moist pancakes that are so light they melt in your mouth! I usually can only eat one pancake, but they were so good I had to eat two, so I indulged. I also ordered the sausage links for the first time and asked for them well done and they came out. Perfect! I needed the extra protein and I already had bacon at home so wanted something different. Those sausages were just delicious and a perfect compliment to the sweet blueberry sauce on the pancakes.
Kaylee was our server and she was the most professional, accommodating, friendly, efficient server I’ve ever encountered in Santa Barbara. I asked her if she was a manager because her demeanor and professionalism was outstanding ask for her he won’t be sorry.
I was pleasantly surprised when they brought my chocolate cake with strawberries and a candle. I still have some in my refrigerator because I was so full from breakfast. I’m going to save it later during the football game. !
G S
We reserved a table for breakfast here for my husband, his parents, myself, and my tiny dog. The hostess was very welcoming and thoughtful. We sat outside and enjoyed the detailed menu – there is one for dogs as well! I ordered quinoa oatmeal and was blown away by the textures and flavors. I had a bite of my husband’s vegan breakfast patty and it was quite meaty tasting and delicious. Even my very picky, “meat and potatoes” father in law expressed surprise at his biscuits and gravy, especially noting their unusual yet delicately spiced gravy. Honestly, the menu seemed amazing and I was truly a bit sad that I didn’t have the stomach capacity to try every single thing. Sigh! I would call these dishes upgraded classics. When we visit Santa Barbara again, this definitely makes our list for must eats.
… moreElysia Guillen
I’ve loved Scarlett Begonia since their old location in Victoria Court, so yes, I’m a longtime brunch loyalist. Walk-in friendly, but I’m a reservation kinda gal. Brunch waits are just not my thing.
The ambience is a big part of why I keep coming back. It’s cozy, charming, and effortlessly Santa Barbara without trying too hard. They have two patios, one out front and another tucked away in the back. Both are bright and relaxed, perfect for slow mornings and people-watching. Inside feels warm, airy, and comfortable even when it’s full. It works just as well for a casual catch-up as it does for a proper sit-down brunch.
I honestly don’t know what the negative reviews are about because I sure haven’t run into that experience here. Not once. Maybe some folks just need to lighten up and order a mimosa.
I stick to what I love and I don’t mess around. The lemon ricotta pancakes with fresh blueberry compote, housemade syrup, and a side of bacon are my go-to every single time. Perfectly fluffy, balanced, and consistently delicious. When something works, I keep ordering it.
Weekends are busy and if you’ve ever worked brunch service, you already know it’s the worst. Speaking as a former server, patience goes a long way and the staff here handles it well.
Bonus points for the pup menu because that’s always a win.
Scarlett Begonia remains a solid Santa Barbara brunch staple that I keep coming back to.
… moreThe ambience is a big part of why I keep coming back. It’s cozy, charming, and effortlessly Santa Barbara without trying too hard. They have two patios, one out front and another tucked away in the back. Both are bright and relaxed, perfect for slow mornings and people-watching. Inside feels warm, airy, and comfortable even when it’s full. It works just as well for a casual catch-up as it does for a proper sit-down brunch.
I honestly don’t know what the negative reviews are about because I sure haven’t run into that experience here. Not once. Maybe some folks just need to lighten up and order a mimosa.
I stick to what I love and I don’t mess around. The lemon ricotta pancakes with fresh blueberry compote, housemade syrup, and a side of bacon are my go-to every single time. Perfectly fluffy, balanced, and consistently delicious. When something works, I keep ordering it.
Weekends are busy and if you’ve ever worked brunch service, you already know it’s the worst. Speaking as a former server, patience goes a long way and the staff here handles it well.
Bonus points for the pup menu because that’s always a win.
Scarlett Begonia remains a solid Santa Barbara brunch staple that I keep coming back to.
David Baker
Man do we feel stupid. We moved to Santa Barbara 3 years ago, and hadn’t been to Scarlett Begonia until yesterday. A spectacular experience. The beverages were adorned with shrimp, bacon and amazing, magical flavors. Also started with their dirty fries, topped with avocado and a poached egg. I mean, come on!! Ate every single fry and then licked the bowl. Then came the main courses. Let me describe just one. Biscuits, covered with the best gravy imaginable, then topped with a perfectly fried piece of chicken and a poached egg. Then there was Vivian, our culinary tour guide. An adorable addition to an unforgettable experience. Run, DO NOT WALK, to Scarlett Begonia and hang on tight!! To a food lover, this is the Disneyland of restaurants. The happiest place on earth!!
… moreLara
I absolutely loved this little spot in downtown Santa Barbara. We were seated outside right away on a beautiful Saturday morning for brunch. The staff were very friendly and attentive. We tried the deviled eggs as a starter which were very good. I also got a vanilla latte which was perfect and came with a little soft biscotti to nibble on. I had the Green Rancheros which has shrimp, eggs and crispy tortillas and it was very good and definitely filling. My husband got the lemon ricotta pancakes and raved about how good they were. I would definitely recommend this spot for a relaxed brunch in beautiful Santa Barbara.
… moreMichael Guynn
In my experience, Scarlett Begonia has aspirations to be a little bit more than it is.
It wants to be rustic but elevated, farm to table, cheffy but laid back. But in many ways it comes off as disorganized and uncaring.
We dined on a Monday morning, and service was slow – perhaps they were busier than they expected. It happens.
However, there was just an air of blasé about the whole experience. The plating was messy, just about everything we ordered was swimming in a bowl of thick sauce with no cohesion to the plating. The flavors were all fine – nothing that wowed me, but also certainly not bad.
The surfaces of everything in the building were just kind of worn too, like even the paint didn’t want to be there.
If you have breakfast here, you’ll have a fine time. But if you’re charging $21 for scrambled eggs, they should be amazing – and these were just underwhelming.
… moreIt wants to be rustic but elevated, farm to table, cheffy but laid back. But in many ways it comes off as disorganized and uncaring.
We dined on a Monday morning, and service was slow – perhaps they were busier than they expected. It happens.
However, there was just an air of blasé about the whole experience. The plating was messy, just about everything we ordered was swimming in a bowl of thick sauce with no cohesion to the plating. The flavors were all fine – nothing that wowed me, but also certainly not bad.
The surfaces of everything in the building were just kind of worn too, like even the paint didn’t want to be there.
If you have breakfast here, you’ll have a fine time. But if you’re charging $21 for scrambled eggs, they should be amazing – and these were just underwhelming.
Heather St. Marie
Despite arriving for brunch at a very busy time, we were seated immediately and the service was excellent. Great red eyes and Smoked Salmon Benedicts. Lovely spot with art filled decor. A Santa Barbara fave
… moreMichelle Cho
Our family was on a road trip from the Los Angeles area and upon doing some research on the best brunch places around Santa Barbara on Reddit, Scarlett Begonia came up. Initially we made a reservation that we were an hour late for ah – thank God we were able to still be seated. Thank you to the Scarlett Begonia for accommodating us!
Our family is composed of two parents, three mainly adult children, and two dogs. This place has been so welcoming.
We ordered the following:
*Lemon Ricotta Pancakes – delightful, a good amount of syrup and actual blueberries, the butter wasn’t overpowering at all despite its looks which elevated the whole taste
*Steak sandwich w side salad – we chose to have the meat be medium rare (you are able to choose the level of how well you’d like your steak to be done), the side salad is a generous portion that made our whole family so happy
*Beyond Meat sandwich w side fries – a good burger that wasn’t greasy and the fries ARE INCREDIBLE!!!
*Green Rancheros – the best combination of vegetables, tacos, guacamole, and a fried egg
*Lavendar latte (oat milk) – made in house
*Mango Guava Kombucha – not made in house but a good quality one is provided
Highlights:
the kindness of the service. They are thorough and do not rush their customers. We want to give a HUGE shoutout to Erin for checking in with us regularly and taking the extra steps to make sure we felt welcomed and seen – it made eating all the more enjoyable. Erin, thank you for being so kind to our dogs, getting to know how our day has been, providing us with the ketchup and Tabasco sauce, and ensuring we’ve had plenty of space for the dishes. Thank you also for the travel recommendations too. This level of service is a standard I notice the whole staff try to uphold. Truly this is what makes this a restaurant I’ll be sure to recommend to all my friends, family, and neighbor!!
all the syrups are made in house – we were surprised to discover that the lavendar syrup was actually made by hand by pressing the lavendar flowers at Scarlett Begonia! The taste is noticeably different from other lavendar lattes that I’ve had.
if your dog(s) is able to be respectful to people, this is such a wonderful place to bring your dog(s)! We were so delighted to come across the menu offered for dogs specifically! Complimentary water and dog treats are also provided. There is seating in the patio that allows for a good amount of sunlight.
the whole place is aesthetically well kept. I can tell there is routine, thoughtful and intentional maintenance all throughout this restaurant
God bless you all!
… moreOur family is composed of two parents, three mainly adult children, and two dogs. This place has been so welcoming.
We ordered the following:
*Lemon Ricotta Pancakes – delightful, a good amount of syrup and actual blueberries, the butter wasn’t overpowering at all despite its looks which elevated the whole taste
*Steak sandwich w side salad – we chose to have the meat be medium rare (you are able to choose the level of how well you’d like your steak to be done), the side salad is a generous portion that made our whole family so happy
*Beyond Meat sandwich w side fries – a good burger that wasn’t greasy and the fries ARE INCREDIBLE!!!
*Green Rancheros – the best combination of vegetables, tacos, guacamole, and a fried egg
*Lavendar latte (oat milk) – made in house
*Mango Guava Kombucha – not made in house but a good quality one is provided
Highlights:
the kindness of the service. They are thorough and do not rush their customers. We want to give a HUGE shoutout to Erin for checking in with us regularly and taking the extra steps to make sure we felt welcomed and seen – it made eating all the more enjoyable. Erin, thank you for being so kind to our dogs, getting to know how our day has been, providing us with the ketchup and Tabasco sauce, and ensuring we’ve had plenty of space for the dishes. Thank you also for the travel recommendations too. This level of service is a standard I notice the whole staff try to uphold. Truly this is what makes this a restaurant I’ll be sure to recommend to all my friends, family, and neighbor!!
all the syrups are made in house – we were surprised to discover that the lavendar syrup was actually made by hand by pressing the lavendar flowers at Scarlett Begonia! The taste is noticeably different from other lavendar lattes that I’ve had.
if your dog(s) is able to be respectful to people, this is such a wonderful place to bring your dog(s)! We were so delighted to come across the menu offered for dogs specifically! Complimentary water and dog treats are also provided. There is seating in the patio that allows for a good amount of sunlight.
the whole place is aesthetically well kept. I can tell there is routine, thoughtful and intentional maintenance all throughout this restaurant
God bless you all!
Ole Brooklyn
Great Brunch place in SB! Lemon pancakes are dope!
… moreTimothy Ross
This place is awesome! Blueberry pancakes! Their drinks are amazing with interesting takes on margaritas, bloody Mary’s, gin n tonics, and creative ideas. They change things up a lot so their menu is never the same which is good to keep things fresh. Their food is delicious and the setting is in a quaint cottage style home with many rooms. You will love this place. Stop by and enjoy!
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