Santa Barbara is preparing to welcome a new venue to its culinary and entertainment scene.
According to The Restaurant Guy, a new piano-jazz restaurant and lounge, The Grand on State, is set to open soon at 1218 State Street, next to the Granada Theatre in downtown Santa Barbara. The space previously housed restaurants including Namaste Indian Bistro, Tupelo Junction, and Marcello Ristorante.
The venue will reportedly combine live music with fine dining and the lease for the property is in its final stages of completion The restaurant is owned by a local couple from the area. Additionally, local pianist, Brian Mann is said to be involved in it, The Restaurant Guy noted.
Piano Performances and Full Dining Experience
The owners envision a hybrid concept that highlights piano performances while offering a full dining experience at The Grand on State.
The venue aims to create a space where live jazz, dining, and conversation come together.
With a full commercial kitchen already in place, The Grand on State plans to serve a complete dining menu, ranging from appetizers to full meals, which will set it apart from drink-only venues.
While the menu details have not yet been announced, the restaurant is expected to feature offerings appealing to both locals and visitors.
No official opening date has been announced yet. However, the owners plan to open once construction and preparations are fully complete.
Santa Barbara’s Growing Culinary Scene
The addition of The Grand on State adds to State Street’s transformation into a vibrant mix of restaurants, entertainment, and cultural venues. Here are some other restaurants that have made Santa Barbara their home.
Seoulmate Kitchen: This is a Korean-inspired café at the Santa Barbara Public Market. Chef Juan Pedro Muñoz runs the café, which uses only clean ingredients with no additives, according to their website.
The Ellwood: This oceanfront dining experience near Goleta Beach offers an extensive wine list, ingredient-driven dishes, and handcrafted cocktails.
Marisella: Opened in June 2025 at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, the restaurant’s patio overlooks the Pacific, making it ideal for sunset dining.
Drippin’ Chicken: Opened in May 2025, this restaurant serves Halal meat and features in-house sauces and seasonings. Its specialty is mac and cheese, making it a popular option for chicken lovers.
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