The Lark
Welcome to the vibrant culinary world of The Lark, a gem nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara, California. This trendy and eclectic restaurant offers a unique dining experience that combines a blend of seafood, New American cuisine, and delectable bar offerings. The Lark prides itself on its diverse menu, which caters to a variety of dietary preferences with options like vegan dishes and limited vegetarian choices.
Located at 131 Anacapa St Ste A, The Lark provides a one-of-a-kind dining experience with amenities such as outdoor seating, free Wi-Fi, and a full bar. The restaurant is also women-owned, adding a special touch to its welcoming ambiance.
One of the standout features of The Lark is its commitment to providing exceptional service and a memorable dining experience. The menu boasts a range of mouth-watering options, from West Coast Oysters on the Half Shell to the Southern Pimento Cheese and the Hand-Cut Pappardelle Pasta.
Customer reviews rave about the delicious offerings at The Lark, with dishes like the Post Oak Smoked Duroc Pork Spare Ribs and the Vierra Farms Watermelon & Cucumbers receiving high praise. The restaurant's attention to detail and dedication to quality shine through in every bite.
Whether you're looking for a casual meal with friends or a special dining experience, The Lark delivers on all fronts. With its warm atmosphere, exceptional service, and a menu filled with creative and flavorful dishes, this restaurant is a must-visit for food enthusiasts in Santa Barbara.
The Lark Menu
Location
Address: 131 Anacapa St Ste A Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Phone: (805) 284-0370
Business info
- Takes ReservationsYes
- Offers TakeoutYes
- DeliveryNo
- Vegan OptionsYes
- Limited Vegetarian OptionsYes
- Wheelchair accessibleYes
- Accepts Credit CardsYes
- Accepts Android PayNo
- Accepts Apple PayNo
- Accepts CryptocurrencyNo
- Outdoor SeatingYes
- TrendyYes
- Moderate NoiseYes
- Offers CateringYes
- Good for GroupsYes
- Good For KidsYes
- Good for DinnerYes
- Street ParkingYes
- Free Wi-FiYes
- Best nights on Monday, Friday, SaturdayYes
- Full BarYes
- Dogs AllowedYes
- Women-ownedYes
- Heated Outdoor SeatingYes
- Covered Outdoor SeatingYes
- Private DiningYes
- Open to AllYes
- Not Good For DancingNo
- Pool TableNo
- Waiter ServiceNo
- Happy HourNo
- SmokingNo
- Drive-ThruNo
- TVNo
- Bike ParkingYes
- Provides reusable tablewareYes
Last Reviews
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Author: Laura K.
The Lark is a fantastic place to go for a fun, eclectic dinner. The decor is funky and the vibe is welcoming and fun. Our server was fantastic and service was speedy. We started with martinis and they were perfect. The tuna crudo was delicious and BBQ popcorn was a fun start to the evening. We tried the brown butter and rosemary cornbread and that was delicious. We shared the brussel sprouts and these were tasty, but a bit overdressed in salty soy dressing, so they tasted overwhelming to me. We shared the Fisherman's Catch with sweet corn risotto and it was delicious, but needed more seasoning in my opinion. The brussel sprouts being, "off," and fish not being perfect are my reasons for 4/5 stars, but this was an overall great dining experience. This was a lovely evening and I would be happy to return and try other options. The Funk Zone is super fun and funky, so the area is a blast.
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Author: Jessica D.
Went on a solo date to the lark, got the confit belly, the heirloom tomatoes, the oysters, donuts, and a couple drinks. The drinks were great, the oysters were good but not worth the price, and the belly was pretty tasty, but the heirloom tomatoes stole the show! I could have easily eaten another plate of those alone. My only true minus is for the donuts. They almost borderline on savory which is odd for desserts.
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Author: Christine N.
I have a story to tell you! We were coming back from my niece's wedding and wanted to grab lunch to take a break from our long drive ahead. My other foodie niece recommended The Lark for burgers so we of course went for the burgers. We didn't have reservations but they were able to seat us right away at the communal table for a party of 7 at 12:30pm on Sunday. As we sat down, our server "Justin" was so friendly and answered all of our questions on what to order. We had told him we heard the Burger was highly recommended. He agreed and said you should try it. So we all ordered burger: The Lark Smashed Burger on Brioche - $24 - 4.5 Stars - The order came with skinny (matchstick) fries which was crispy and just perfect. The patty was so tasty with their secret sauce along with American Cheese. The melted cheese on the ground ribeye patty was perfection. Ask for an extra side of their secret sauce to dip the fries in. Now I understand why my niece said to order the burger. Apparently all the reviews said the same thing. Hangover Garlic Fries - $15 - 4 Stars - Skinny (matchstick) fries with lots garlic, definitely garlic lovers dream. The aioli was really good, not too mayo-y if you know what I mean. Storytelling time - When we paid and left, I had my black cardigan sweater on the back of my chair and didn't see it since their chairs were a dark wood and it kind of blended in. Either way I forgot it there and we drove home. Like most, I didn't unpack right away so I didn't even know it was missing.Three days later I unpacked and couldn't find it. I tried to remember when the last time I wore it. It dawned on me it was when we went to lunch at the Lark. I quickly called them but they were not open until 5pm. When I finally spoke to a sweet girl, I described who our the server was, the table where we sat at and the date/time we were there. She took down all of my info and said a manager would get back to me. It was a few days later I received a call back and the manager said she found my sweater in their Lost and Found. She was going to be out for a few days and said that another person in management would be calling me back to confirm if they can mail it back to me. A nice gentlemen, Pierluigi Z called me back and told me he could send me my sweater and of course I would pay for whatever the shipping would cost. He agreed but said it would be later in the week since he was busy. About a week later he emailed me a receipt of shipment and I was able to Venmo him the cost to ship it. I learned that he was the General Manager of The Lark and that he took time out of his day to go to the Post Office to send me back my sweater. I don't know how many others would've easily said they can't help me. He offered to do that on his free day. Thank you Pierluigi for taking time in your busy day to help a desperate girl not wanting to drive 5+ hours to retrieve my sweater. He truly went above and beyond to help me out. The sweater was not expensive at all but was a gift from a loved one so it was super sentimental to me. I will always be dining at The Lark when I travel up to NorCal and will be sharing with all of my family/friends to dine at The Lark too. Humanity and kindness does still exist people!!!! What a great place to dine with GREAT people. Go check them out if you happen to be in Santa Barbara!!! PIERLUIGI, I APPRECIATE your KINDNESS to help me out. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! Hope to see you next time (soon)! Forever grateful customer!
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Author: Ingrid L.
The food here? Absolutely scrumptious. Service? Simply fantastic. The pasta and fried chicken are must-tries. Just wish the donuts weren't quite so heavy!