A view of a restaurant interior seen through an arched window with wooden framing. Inside, there is a bar area with bottles of wine, glassware, and potted plants on a black counter. The decor includes shelves with vases and artwork, with modern black
A white bowl containing chopped watermelons garnished with microgreens, with green leaves on the side, placed on a dark green textured surface.
A round marble table set with various dishes including salads, fried chicken, and drinks, surrounded by wooden chairs, with large potted plants, and an open wooden window showing a view of trees and a street lamp outside.
Top view of three cocktails with garnishes, on a dark textured surface. The drink in the top center has a slice of citrus and a cherry. Other drinks have floral and vegetable garnishes.
A cocktail in a tall glass garnished with a shell, a blue flower, and ice cubes. There is a bowl of mixed olives and a plate with skewered olives on a white table.
A close-up of three green olives on a skewered toothpick inside a metallic cup, with a blurred background of other dishes and a dark green tablecloth.
A white plate with sliced yellow eggs garnished with microgreens and edible flowers, next to a bowl of green and purple olives on a dark textured surface.

Our Mission

Gala exudes a European meets Santa Barbara charm, where you feel like you’re transported to a beautiful bistro in the Mediterranean. Enjoy shared tapas, seasonal favorites, oysters and a great steak with bone marrow butter & chimichurri. Or cozy up with a dirty martini and burger or our fan-favorite duck confit.

Experience craft cocktails with seasonal juices & house-infused liquors as well as local and Spanish wine & beer. Right down the street from the Santa Barbara Courthouse, enjoy an evening at Gala.

We are currently taking reservations through Open Table – If you cannot find availability, please call during normal business hours to see if a table is available for the day/time you are looking for. Walk-in’s are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis.

*Also feel free to DM us on Instagram for reservations and questions! @galarestaurantsb

“A must visit for design lovers”
Black fabric with the phrase 'Sips Tea' written in white text.
A tall glass of pink beverage garnished with a slice of grapefruit, an orange flower, and a white flower, with a salted rim and a straw.
A stack of breaded onion rings topped with a colorful salad of vegetables, served on a white plate. In the background, there is a glass of pink beverage and additional plates of food, with a cozy indoor setting featuring wooden ceilings and a blurred background.
A cozy dining area with a small round table set with plates of food, drinks, and utensils. There is a wooden chair and a cushioned bench with a beige pillow. A large green plant with broad leaves stands next to a concrete wall. The space is lit by natural light coming through a large open window with wood framing, revealing an outdoor balcony with a table and chairs. A wooden slat room divider separates the dining space from the rest of the room.
Interior of a modern restaurant with wooden accents, a high ceiling with wooden beams, and a sign that says 'GALA' hanging above. The space has tables with chairs, some covered with white tablecloths, and plants near the counter area.
A table filled with appetizers, including oysters on ice with lemon wedges, a bowl of green olives, a plate of French fries with ketchup, a plate of ravioli garnished with microgreens and edible flowers, and a cocktail with lemon and purple flowers.

Reservations

Reach out by text for quick response on group reservations for dinner.

805-618-8390

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Red circular badge with white text reading "OpenTable Diners' Choice 2025".
A dining table with various plates of food and drinks, decorated with small potted plants, in a cozy room with wooden accents and a partition wall.