The Blue Owl

5 W Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara, California 93101 USA

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Reasonable

Closed Now

Opens Fri 11a

Independent
Credit Cards
Accepted
Pet Friendly
Wheelchair
Accessible
Outdoor
Seating

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“a place for night owls to experience great local food”

The Owl Is Nested In The Heart Of Santa Barbara's Downtown District. Serving Asian-Inspired Dishes, Sandwiches On House Made Breads And Seasonal Salads.Opening In Early September 2010 As A Pop Up Restaurant Inside Of Zen Yai Thai Cuisine. Cindy Black, Former Pastry Chef/Caterer, Quit Her Day Job And Spent Her Last Pennies Opening What Would Become A Place For Night Owls To Come And Experience Great Local Food In The Wee Hours Of The Night.Quickly Outgrowing The Zen Yai Nest, Cindy Moved To 5 West Canon Perdido And Opened During The Day As Well.

Reviewed by
Sabrina R.

March 09, 2024

Amazing food and so much variety to choose from! Stopped by for lunch after a long afternoon at the zoo and this was a perfect spot. Kevin was also so helpful and kind! We really appreciated him! Read more

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Anishka K.

February 07, 2024

I so wanted to love the food here. My coworkers ranted about it. A few things. I ordered the tri tip burrito. Enough to share. I don't tend to cook with salt, so for me, the food was way too... Read more

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Sharyl J.

January 13, 2024

Absolutely love! My boyfriend and I stopped by here during our trip to Santa Barbara. This is definitely going to be added to my go-to spots in SB! I love the vibe, it's so cute and welcoming.... Read more

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