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Nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara at 202 State St, Loquita is a vibrant restaurant that specializes in authentic Spanish cuisine. Known for its farm-fresh tapas and craft cocktails, this bustling eatery offers a cozy atmosphere that is perfect for both intimate dinners and lively gatherings. Whether you're a local or a visitor, Loquita promises a delightful culinary experience that showcases the rich flavors of Spain.

Loquita Santa Barbara offers a wide array of delicious dishes that highlight traditional Spanish flavors. Guests can indulge in:

Jumbo prawns, praised for their exceptional flavor.

Seafood paella, a must-try for seafood lovers.

Churros served with delightful dipping sauces.

A variety of vegetarian options to cater to all dietary preferences.

Loquita is situated in the Lower State neighborhood of Santa Barbara, making it a convenient stop for those exploring the area. Nearby attractions include the beautiful Santa Barbara Waterfront and the historic Santa Barbara Mission, both of which are perfect for a leisurely stroll before or after your meal. The restaurant also features outdoor seating, allowing guests to enjoy the pleasant California weather.

Loquita offers a range of amenities to enhance your dining experience, including:

Outdoor seating with heat lamps for cooler evenings.

A full bar serving a variety of craft cocktails and wines.

Reservations recommended for larger groups.

Farm–fresh Spanish tapas & craft cocktails are served at this busy haunt with a cozy vibe & a patio.

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We loved this place. The jumbo prawns was the best I've ever had. The flavor was out of this world. The seafood paella was good but it was hard to top the prawns. The dessert was also amazing. Cute ambience, good service, great food & drinks. We'll definitely be back for the prawns!

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I went here for my birthday and had a blast with my family. Thoroughly enjoyed all the food. I've been all over Spain and this restaurant is probably as close as you can get to great Spanish food outside of Spain. I also enjoyed the Sangrias. Excellent service.

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Great food, service, and ambience. All the dishes tasted great, but our favorite was the paella. Been there a few times already, and look forward to dining there again soon. The patio area is quite lovely. There are a few parking spots on premise but they get filled pretty quickly.

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What a gem in Santa Barbara.

It’s a beautiful restaurant with great lighting, a gorgeous full bar, and plenty of patio seating with heat lamps.

Went with a group of 6. Highly recommend making reservations but they did have two separate bar seating areas.

They have a great drink menu including vermut that was surprisingly very refreshing.

We had the croquetas de jamón, the crudo, the mushrooms, the pear and goat cheese salad, the chicken and chorizo paella, and the churros.

Everything was fantastic. Those were some of the best croquetas that I’ve ever had. Bright and fresh crudo was also fantastic. The pear was brined or marinated so looked bright red like watermelon. The octopus dish had so many layers and was amazing.

The chicken chorizo paella was good but had large pieces of chicken in it which some of my friends would have preferred smaller pieces. I’d like try the seafood paella next time.

Churros we’re obviously Spanish style so a bit more dense but they were solid. Def tasted better with the three dipping sauces it came with. They’re slightly different types of churros than Mexican style churros.

Overall a very cute spot with fantastic food. Perfect for date night or a big group.

Service also was attentive and super friendly.

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We had great experience at Loquita. The char grilled 🐙 was very tasty. The 🥘 paella was a knock out. Amazing flavours, fresh proteins and punchy all along. Loved it. Great Hospitality, good ambience with lot of seating. Very friendly and lively atmosphere

Loquita Santa Barbara: Delightful Spanish Tapas & Cocktails

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Loquita Santa Barbara offers a culinary experience steeped in the vibrant flavors of Spain, featuring farm-fresh Spanish tapas and craft cocktails in a cozy atmosphere with a charming patio.

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