Benson C.
12/26/2025
Got you -- here's a more low-key, human-sounding version: Really good experience at Convivo, mainly thanks to our server Julio. He was friendly, attentive, and easy to talk to all night. Our...
Convivo Restaurant and Bar
$$
Open
(729)
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901 E Cabrillo Blvd
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Convivo is a Santa Barbara restaurant with an Italian soul. Chef-Owner Peter McNee's food is best described as ‘Nomad Italian’. It strays from the standard or traditional Italian, sourcing inspiration from many other cultures’ cooking but its soul is thoroughly Italian. The ever-changing menu includes small plates, housemade pasta, wood-fired pizza, rotisserie chicken, fresh seafood and steaks served family-style. McNee’s all-star supplier network provides the freshest produce and local seafood the region is famous for. Inspired by the bounty of the sea, the lush farms and abundant vineyards nearby and the cooking methods of Italy, Convivo is a festive gathering place for locals and visitors alike inside the newly-restored Santa Barbara Inn. Convivo also caters the 100-seat banquet room and all special events at the seaside hotel including celebrations, parties, meetings, events, weddings, rehearsal dinners, and graduations.
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4.0729 reviews
D L.
1/1/2026
This place is really nice, I would return for the steak alone. We came for brunch and it was pretty quiet. Octopus appetizer: the thicker end of the octopus was slightly overcooked, but seasoned...
Martin R.
12/14/2025
Convivo comes across a little better online than in person. The first impression was that it's too bright and noisy to count as fine dining. The appetizers were fine, burrata and chicken liver...
Grace N.
10/28/2025
I thought I already wrote a review for Convivo but I did not! Shame on me! Because dining at Conivo was one of my best diner experiences in a while! My bf and I came here to celebrate our...
Patrick H.
11/14/2025
Really amazing food and staff here. Devin and her crew are the best and most competent bartenders out there, they are creative and humorous and just bring a fun vibe. They have made me the best...
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