Mizza sits in Downtown Santa Barbara, serving Italian food centered on pasta and risotto dishes that have built a following through word of mouth. The room reads cozy rather than formal, and the kitchen has earned a reputation for consistency alongside the occasional off night.
The restaurant's chef was named a James Beard Foundation Outstanding Chef in 2014, following finalist nods in the same category in 2012 and 2013.
Regulars consistently point to the service and staff as a highlight of the experience, and the atmosphere draws as much praise as the food itself.
The restaurant's chef was named a James Beard Foundation Outstanding Chef in 2014, following finalist nods in the same category in 2012 and 2013.
Regulars consistently point to the service and staff as a highlight of the experience, and the atmosphere draws as much praise as the food itself.