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Photo courtesy of Tom Ipri
The Spot
Cuisine: American, Burger, Latin, Mexican
10Best Says
On the next sunny day, you should absolutely enjoy a meal at a beachside burger shack that is more than 100 years old. Located just past the train tracks on Linden Avenue, mere steps from the beach,... Read More
On the next sunny day, you should absolutely enjoy a meal at a beachside burger shack that is more than 100 years old. Located just past the train tracks on Linden Avenue, mere steps from the beach, is The Spot: a trusty little shack of a restaurant that all the locals know. Serving up delicious burgers and fries since 1914, The Spot is Carpinteria's go to for a quick, savory bite. The surprisingly vast menu also includes veggie burgers, select Mexican specialties and fish n' chips. There's no dress code so come in your bikini or trunks if you please. There is seating outside OR you can just walk across the street to the park for an impromptu picnic! A can't-miss in Santa Barbara. Cash only.
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Geneva Ives
Santa Barbara Local Expert
- Best Restaurants for Spring, Lunch, Hamburger: "Order a milkshake, any milkshake for a cold, creamy treat. Our pick is banana; it's made with fresh bananas instead of that artificial flavoring."
- Beachfront Dining: "Order a milkshake, any milkshake for a cold, creamy treat. Our pick is banana - it's made with fresh bananas instead of that artificial flavoring."
- Carpinteria's Best Restaurants: "Order a milkshake, any milkshake for a cold, creamy treat. Our pick is banana; it's made with fresh bananas instead of artificial flavoring."
- Waterfront Dining: "Order a milkshake, any milkshake for a cold, creamy treat. Our pick is banana; it's made with fresh bananas."
- Recommended as Best Restaurants for Spring Because: Nothing says spring like grabbing some nachos and a milkshake in sight of the ocean.
- Best for Lunch Because: The Spot is a legendary lunch stop in the sleepy surf town of Carpinteria. A short walk from the beach and sinfully delicious.
- Best for Beachfront Dining Because: Want a burger? No problem. Nachos? You got it. Fish and chips? The spot has you covered! A awesome beachside shack with something for everyone.
- Best for Hamburger Because: Get a good burger paired with an ocean breeze. Who can ask for more?
- Best for Carpinteria's Best Restaurants Because: The Spot is a beloved local burger joint that serves great food at affordable prices.
- Best for Waterfront Dining Because: If you're visiting Carpinteria, grab a burger at The Spot and cross the street to the "world's safest beach."
