Chase Restaurant

This is a really nice and home feeling place. I feel like this is the type of place locals go to and the staff will end up knowing you. They were really friendly and service was quick. We sat outside and they had some nice old and classic music playing. Seats were comfortable and they had a good list of food and drinks. I would eat here again. This place was also way busier than other places with similar places nearby. This place also uses high quality tomatoes and tomato sauce. They buy from a company my friend used to work for and they have premium products. I think the thing I was surprised about was that I didn’t see pizza on the menu. They might have it here but I didn’t see it…

Food was ok. Staff was extremely nice, despite being very short handed. The atmosphere was lacking despite a great location. Music selection was more in tune with a 50’s style diner and food lacked flavor beyond garlic. Interesting menu options, had never seen such a huge piece of calamari- but it easily could have been prepared with more flavor/ something other than garlic to make it more memorable.

Visiting Santa Barbara and feeling very hot following a long walk. Attracted by the bar for just a drink, but made to feel so welcome (thanks, Joe) that we stayed for a late lunch. Lovely, traditional Italian restaurant, clearly very popular with the locals. Excellent pasta, great IPA, and a nice glass of Sauvignon Blanc. Would definitely return.

Edit: just checked my credit card, and these people changed the tip amount I had left on the receipt. They charged me more in tips. I unfortunately didnt keep the receipt so there is noway to dispute it. Keep your receipt! Or just don't go here. Shame. Food was just ok. I got the snapper piccatta with fettuccine Alfredo and it was too buttery. They have a $12.99 lunch menu that they keep kind of down low. Great seating though. State street has been closed for cars for covid, so all these restaurants have added ample outdoor street seating a la Paris. That was my favorite part of the experience. Service was ok.