Bistro Amasa

About

Californian bistro inside the historic Upham Hotel in Santa Barbara, serving reimagined classic dishes with contemporary flair.

Bistro Amasa is a Santa Barbara restaurant set inside the historic Upham Hotel on De La Vina Street. Its menu reimagines classic dishes with a contemporary approach, including a steak frites entree.

The restaurant offers signature cocktails and a wine list with options by the glass, and serves dinner daily and brunch on weekends.

Known for

  • Steak frites
  • Historic Upham Hotel setting
  • Signature cocktails
  • Wines by the glass

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Hours

Monday4 PM – 5 PM5 PM – 9 PM
Tuesday4 PM – 5 PM5 PM – 9 PM
Wednesday4 PM – 5 PM5 PM – 9 PM
Thursday4 PM – 5 PM5 PM – 9 PM
Friday4 PM – 5 PM5 PM – 9 PM
Saturday9:30 AM – 2 PM4 PM – 5 PM5 PM – 9 PM
Sunday9:30 AM – 2 PM4 PM – 5 PM5 PM – 9 PM

Location

1404 De La Vina Street · Oak Park, Santa Barbara

Details

Good for

Dinner · Brunch

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