Rose Cafe
Rose Cafe serves authentic Mexican cooking at 1816 Cliff Dr, with chile verde, chilaquiles, enchiladas, and tacos Guadalajara in the mix.
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- Address
- 1816 Cliff Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
- Phone
- +18059655513
- Website
- sbrosecafe.com

Authentic Mexican from breakfast through dinner
Authentic Mexican cooking anchors Rose Cafe, with chile verde, chilaquiles, enchiladas, and tacos Guadalajara among the named dishes. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner all fit the format.
1816 Cliff Dr with conversational pacing
1816 Cliff Dr puts the restaurant in Santa Barbara. Casual service, casual dress, standard pacing, and conversational noise make it suitable for a relaxed meal where talking is part of the plan.
Chile verde, chilaquiles, and beer
Chile verde, chilaquiles, enchiladas, and tacos Guadalajara give the order a clear Mexican focus. Beer is part of the beverage offering for diners who want alcohol with the meal.
Cuisine and Recognition
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Cafe | Authentic Mexican | $ | , | East Mesa |
| Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch | Mexican-Style Mesquite-Grilled BBQ | $ | , | Oak Park |
| Mony's Mexican Food | Authentic Mexican Taqueria | $ | , | Lower State |
| Three Pickles | American Deli Sandwiches | $ | , | Laguna |
| Carlitos Café y Cantina | Modern Mexican | $$ | , | Upper East |
| Los Arroyos Montecito Mexican Restaurant & Take Out | Traditional Mexican with Fresh Ceviche & Handmade Tortillas | $$ | , | Coast Village |
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- Lively
- Casual Hangout
- Brunch
- Beer Program
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 8:30 AM–9 PM
- Wednesday
- 8:30 AM–9 PM
- Thursday
- 8:30 AM–9 PM
- Friday
- 8:30 AM–9 PM
- Saturday
- 8 AM–9 PM
- Sunday
- 8 AM–2 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
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