Fresco Cafe - Santa Barbara

The new location of Fresco is exceptional and conveniently located near many attractions in downtown Santa Barbara. Simply place your order at the counter, take a seat, and your food will be brought to you. The service is excellent!

The restaurant at 23 E Canon Perdido St has been a beloved local bistro in Santa Barbara for decades. It's a casual and unpretentious spot where you can enjoy delicious daily specials made in-house, along with a variety of custom soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers, pizzas, and more. There is ample seating available both indoors and outdoors.

I have had a consistently excellent experience with the food, both for takeout and dining in, and I visit the restaurant about three to four times a month. However, I've noticed that the restaurant's appearance could use some serious attention. It really needs a thorough cleaning, a fresh coat of paint, and an overall update. Additionally, the deteriorating patio should be replaced.

I came cause I know the food is good. The girl that took my order didn 't seem happy to be there. The other girl behind the register looked pist off to be therr. They told me 20 minutes for our order. 45 minutes later I asked about our food and the girl said for me to go check around the corner for it. She NEVER instructed me at the beginning that pick up was elsewhere or much less a sign. Their communication is horrible. I should have known that service was going to be bad when we saw someone else storm out tells us, Good luck with the service!

I would give Fresco a 5 star if it wasn't for the young shorter lady with the long lashes last night 11/3/2021 running the register. Everytime she is at the register she never says hello to customers or smiles. She also rolls her eyes at customers when they don't understand things. I have noticed this with her several times when I visit this restaurant. Everyone else at this restaurant is amazing with their customer service!! FOOD IS AMAZING!!!!!!!