Caruso's

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Caruso's Santa Barbara: Michelin-Starred Californian-Italian Dining at Rosewood Miramar Beach

Oceanfront Dining on the American Riviera

Caruso’s, the signature restaurant at Rosewood Miramar Beach in Montecito, sits directly on the sand with views of the Pacific. The restaurant earned a Michelin One Star and a Michelin Green Star, recognition that reflects both the quality of its cooking and its commitment to sustainability. The dining room is stylish and sparkling, while al fresco tables let guests feel the coastal breeze.

Seasonal Menus and a Grain-to-Fork Philosophy

The kitchen crafts seasonal tasting menus built around fresh ingredients from local farms, the resort’s own apiary, and a Grain-to-Fork program. This Californian-Italian approach means produce, seafood, and grains drive the menu, paired with fine wines and signature cocktails. The culinary team takes care to accommodate dietary restrictions with advance notice, including all ten FDA-recognized major allergens, and can offer a plant-based tasting experience upon request.

An Atmosphere of Refined Elegance

Caruso’s maintains a dress code that encourages collared shirts, trousers, dresses, and blazers—no hoodies, athletic wear, or shorts. The atmosphere is relaxed glamour, the kind of place where locals and visitors return again and again. For a more private experience, the restaurant also offers Sapore Di Stelle, a twelve-course tasting menu with wine pairings served under the stars, steps from the waves.

A Destination for the Senses

Beyond the food, Caruso’s is part of a larger resort that includes multiple dining venues, luxury boutiques, and a Forbes Five-Star spa. But the restaurant itself stands out as a destination: a Michelin-starred spot on the California coast where the ocean is always in view and the cooking honors the land and sea around it.