Fodor's Expert Review Caruso's
A special-occasion destination and treat for multiple senses, Caruso’s combines exceptional views (perched on the sand at Rosewood Miramar Beach resort), sophisticated design (the ocean-inspired decor is as high-end as Santa Barbara gets), and romantic ambience (soft lighting, soft music) with Michelin-starred, Italian-California coastal cuisine. Options include three- and four-course prix-fixe menus (there’s a vegan one, too) and a chef’s tasting menu, which you can augment with wine pairings for an additional fee. The menu changes constantly, depending on the season and chef’s whims, but choices might include yellowtail crudo with tangerine and pickled kumquats; Santa Barbara sea urchin with tomato confit, yuzu butter, and caviar; hibachi grilled tenderloin with truffle bordelaise sauce; and, for dessert, tiramisu.
Quick Facts
1759 S. Jameson La.
Montecito,
California
93108,
USA
805-900–8388
www.rosewoodhotels.com/en/miramar-beach-montecito/dining/carusos
- Inventive handcrafted cocktails
- Michelin star and Green Star in 2022, James Beard Foundation SmartCatch designation in 2023
- Deck dining at one of the region's only restaurants on the beach