Graig K.
12/17/2025
I had dinner at China Pavilion and it was a great, authentic experience. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the food truly stands out. Highly recommend for anyone craving classic,...
China Pavilion
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1202 Chapala St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
China Pavilion is a fine Chinese cuisine restaurant located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, California, offering a diverse menu for lunch and dinner every day. In addition to its regular offerings, the restaurant features a special dim sum menu available on weekends.
Recognized for its quality, China Pavilion has received the Santa Barbara Independent Best of Santa Barbara Award for six consecutive years and was named the Best of Business Restaurant Winner in 2016. Guests can enjoy a delightful dining experience in a welcoming atmosphere that highlights the exciting tastes of Chinese culinary traditions.
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3.5457 reviews
Leah S.
12/29/2025
Hands down the BEST Chinese food in Santa Barbara. There is no comparison! If you're looking for incredible Chinese food, this is the place. My husband and I come here all the time, and every...
Rebekah M.
12/25/2025
We're not mad. Simply disheartened by the drone like behavior in the kitchen. Ordered a vegetable mix to share with partner, two bites in we notice a large fractured chicken bone and joint,...
Carlos G.
12/27/2025
We ordered takeout, but we were disappointed because we had to wait an hour. Our food was cold, and we only drove for a maximum of five minutes.
Melissa L.
10/8/2024
Stumbled upon China Pavilion for lunch and ended up having a really delicious meal. The lunch special I had was a good value and very tasty. The service and ambiance needed a little work but for a...
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