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The Black Sheep Restaurant + Bar is a locally owned and operated, modern-classic New American restaurant. We serve elevated, eclectic, locally sourced cuisine paired with incredible cocktails, wines, and craft beer. We’re known for our famous family-style tasting menus, where multiple dishes are presented to your table for each course.
Stylish, cozy venue offering inventive, Asian-inflected American plates, craft brews & wine.
Hours
| Friday | 5–10 PM |
| Saturday | 5–10 PM |
| Sunday | 5–9 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 18 E Cota St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Phone: (805) 965-1113
Website: http://www.blacksheepsb.com/
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Reviews
Taylor Adnan
Lovely and attentive staff. The tasting menu and happy hour pre fix menu offer great value and an excellent way to explore the menu. The atmosphere is changing and unpretentious. The serving sizes are fair and should leave you full after a full tasting. The drinks were strong and well balanced.
… moreClare Bozzo
Easily the BEST dinner in SB. Superior to a number of restaurants in the area(even those with Michelin stars). I’ve been here by myself, with a group of 3-5, 20+ guests AND 120+ guests and the quality and service is consistent and incredible. EVERY. TIME.
The service and the food are above and beyond. Every time I’ve come in I ask the for the 4-course meal and I have NEVER been disappointed. They always change it up and if there is ever something that sticks out to me on the menu they will accommodate the ask and incorporate it into the meal.
My personal favorite is to sit at the bar. Jess always takes the best care and is beyond exceptional. She been here since being at the old location (reflecting the consistent quality and excellent ownership of Black Sheep). Jess is quick, knows the menu inside and out, and honestly, she is true, top-tier talent.
You will not regret visiting here. This is a staple to Santa Barbara and one to remember!!
… moreThe service and the food are above and beyond. Every time I’ve come in I ask the for the 4-course meal and I have NEVER been disappointed. They always change it up and if there is ever something that sticks out to me on the menu they will accommodate the ask and incorporate it into the meal.
My personal favorite is to sit at the bar. Jess always takes the best care and is beyond exceptional. She been here since being at the old location (reflecting the consistent quality and excellent ownership of Black Sheep). Jess is quick, knows the menu inside and out, and honestly, she is true, top-tier talent.
You will not regret visiting here. This is a staple to Santa Barbara and one to remember!!
John Hallmann
Brought my mom here for her birthday and couldn’t recommend the restaurant more highly. The quality of the ingredients is fantastic and everything we had was delicious. I had the duck which was especially good. Nice selection of wines and beer too!
… moreEmma Matteson
Excellent restaurant! The food was fantastic – we ordered a variety of dishes and everyone loved theirs. Also, our server was fantastic. We had just come from a courthouse wedding in downtown SB and they went way out of their way to help us celebrate and make us feel special. All in all, we will absolutely come back and highly recommend this spot for a great dinner.
… moreRebekah Razo
We hosted our company Christmas party at Black Sheep last Friday, and I can confidently say the staff, food, and venue far exceeded our expectations. From start to finish, the service was absolutely top tier and incredibly accommodating. Every request was handled with ease, professionalism, and genuine kindness. The food was outstanding and clearly prepared with care and attention to detail.
They handled our group of 60 people effortlessly while maintaining friendly and attentive service throughout the entire evening. Coming from someone with over 10 years in the food industry, it was especially meaningful to see how much the owner and team truly care about what they do. Watching the owner give a pre-event pep talk and personally focus on every detail before the evening began was something really special and cool to witness.
If I could give more than five stars, I absolutely would. I highly recommend Black Sheep for events of any size, and we will definitely be using them again in the future.
… moreThey handled our group of 60 people effortlessly while maintaining friendly and attentive service throughout the entire evening. Coming from someone with over 10 years in the food industry, it was especially meaningful to see how much the owner and team truly care about what they do. Watching the owner give a pre-event pep talk and personally focus on every detail before the evening began was something really special and cool to witness.
If I could give more than five stars, I absolutely would. I highly recommend Black Sheep for events of any size, and we will definitely be using them again in the future.
John Horton
From the moment you walk in, there’s a calm, welcoming energy that’s hard to describe but immediately noticeable. The entire team moves with this quiet confidence, everyone clearly in sync and doing their job seamlessly. It creates a relaxed, collected atmosphere that makes you want to settle in and truly enjoy the experience.
The ownership and management set the tone in such an authentic way. The owner personally checks in on tables and even sends out fun little tastes from the bar, which adds such a thoughtful and personal touch. Asia and the rest of the management team are incredibly engaging, attentive without hovering, and genuinely invested in making sure every guest feels taken care of. You can feel that culture of hospitality throughout the entire staff.
What made the night even more special was that I came in with my 10 year old daughter. She kept saying how amazing the place was and that it was the best steak she’s ever had. As a dad, that meant a lot. The staff made her feel welcomed and important, not just like a kid tagging along. She felt seen and special, and that says everything about the heart behind this restaurant.
The décor feels like stepping into a refined French dining space, warm, intimate, and beautifully curated. As someone who really appreciates creative cuisine, I was blown away. The dishes are imaginative yet balanced. Even the salads combine ingredients and flavors you would never expect to work together, yet they do so beautifully. Every plate feels intentional and impeccably executed.
It’s rare to find a place where the energy, service, and food all align so perfectly. Black Sheep is not just a restaurant, it is an experience. We will absolutely be back.
… moreThe ownership and management set the tone in such an authentic way. The owner personally checks in on tables and even sends out fun little tastes from the bar, which adds such a thoughtful and personal touch. Asia and the rest of the management team are incredibly engaging, attentive without hovering, and genuinely invested in making sure every guest feels taken care of. You can feel that culture of hospitality throughout the entire staff.
What made the night even more special was that I came in with my 10 year old daughter. She kept saying how amazing the place was and that it was the best steak she’s ever had. As a dad, that meant a lot. The staff made her feel welcomed and important, not just like a kid tagging along. She felt seen and special, and that says everything about the heart behind this restaurant.
The décor feels like stepping into a refined French dining space, warm, intimate, and beautifully curated. As someone who really appreciates creative cuisine, I was blown away. The dishes are imaginative yet balanced. Even the salads combine ingredients and flavors you would never expect to work together, yet they do so beautifully. Every plate feels intentional and impeccably executed.
It’s rare to find a place where the energy, service, and food all align so perfectly. Black Sheep is not just a restaurant, it is an experience. We will absolutely be back.
Charlie Shupp
Went with my best friend a few weeks ago to celebrate her birthday, and we had a lovely time!
The ambiance is a mix of old fashioned Parisian restaurant meets SoCal vibes, creating a chic yet welcoming atmosphere.
We ordered the Family Style Tasting menu and shared between the both of us; each dish was better than the one before it, and we were both impressed by the portions.
A special bug thanks to our main waiter Gonzalo! He was above and beyond, asking us the right questions, making great recommendations, and paid attention to detail. Merci beaucoup!
… moreThe ambiance is a mix of old fashioned Parisian restaurant meets SoCal vibes, creating a chic yet welcoming atmosphere.
We ordered the Family Style Tasting menu and shared between the both of us; each dish was better than the one before it, and we were both impressed by the portions.
A special bug thanks to our main waiter Gonzalo! He was above and beyond, asking us the right questions, making great recommendations, and paid attention to detail. Merci beaucoup!
Angel
Came here to celebrate my girlfriend birthday, was treated astonishing, our server was amazing, atmosphere was elegant
… moreHaylee Arimoto
My husband and I booked The Black Sheep for our 50-person wedding reception and it was the best decision! Jessica, the bartender, was so sweet when we first visited and made us feel welcomed. It was an easy choice to have the reception there. Kelly Jo was great to work with and kept wedding stresses to a minimum. We wanted to celebrate in a cozy atmosphere with great food and drinks and the restaurant did not disappoint! I’m still thinking about those beef cheeks!! And the espresso martinis were delicious! The tasting menu was plenty of food for everyone. I’d recommend The Black Sheep for large gatherings and date nights. We are excited to visit again on our anniversaries!
… moreKevin R Tao
The Black Sheep is nice for a romantic dinner. My Wife wanted to try something different this evening, so we went ordered the course dinner. It was family style so the portions were generous for a course meal. We asked for no seafood and they made it happen. Asia, our waitress was nice and knowledgeable about the menu. The food here is amazing. With the course meal, you get pretty much a good sample of the menu. We had a little issue with the plates having a little bit of an odor but they swapped it out for us no problem. Ruben the owner came by, greeted us and apologized for the issue. He came by and gave us some complimentary non alcoholic drinks that was great. My Wife still talks about how great the food was after a week later. Thank you Ruben & Asia for making our first visit to Santa Barbara a pleasant time. Definitely will come back when we’re back in town.
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