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The duck dish and the paella and Napoleon vegetarian were delicious. the service was good, the ambience was good both indoors and outdoors. only the creme brule...
read moreNew to Santa Barbara. Love the food and service at Opal. And the entrÃe presentations were gorgeous. Super friendly and helpful staff, in terms of recommendatio...
read moreThe service was timely and attentive without being intrusive. The food was exceptional. I brought my own wines for a special occasion and they let me do so and...
read moreThis was my first time back to Opal since the pandemic started and I am so happy to be back! I had the Wrapped Prawns (my favorite appetizer in Santa Barbara),...
read moreOpal has always been one of our favorite restaurants in Santa Barbara. The food is always excellent and beautifully presented, the service is attentive and frie...
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read moreNestled in the heart of Santa Barbara, Opal has garnered a mix of impressions from diners. While the food consistently impresses with its creativity and presentation—highlighted by the duck appetizer and mouthwatering entrees like herb-crusted salmon—service remains a significant concern. Guests report initial attentiveness, often marred by lapses, with waitstaff occasionally overwhelmed during busy periods. The vibrant atmosphere and local charm are inviting, yet the dining experience can suffer from organizational issues. Overall, Opal is celebrated for its delicious offerings, but potential visitors should be prepared for a possible wait in service despite their culinary delights.
Outstanding food. I had Wild mushroom stuffed chicken breast w/ herb risotto and my Man had Herb crusted salmon in Thai coconut curry. Both were delicious, Our...
read moreALWAYS a favorite restaurant for superb food, the very best staff, beautiful interior, superb wine list great drinks. Why go anywhere else??
The service and food are excellent. The waitstaff are knowledgeable and the chef is creative and clever. Everything I've ever eaten there has been incredible a...
read moreThe food was fantastic and the service was excellent. Roasted tomato and Marsala sauce was super tasty and I had an extra dish. Really good place to eat if you...
read moreGreat food, friendly and knowledgeable wait staff. We had the lemongrass encrusted salmon and a wild mushroom pizza. Both were really flavorful and the portions...
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