Olio

Just off Victoria Court in downtown Santa Barbara, Olio is a welcoming neighborhood bar and pizzeria known for authentic flavor and local flair. Outside, a forest green awning and deep, rafter tailed eaves mark the entrance, while a red clay barrel tile roofline gives the building the old world, Spanish Colonial charm that's quintessential to Santa Barbara.

Inside, a long bar backed by a glowing amber onyx wall, four hammered brass pendant lights, and a champagne toned quilted banquette paired with small round bistro tables. Herringbone wood flooring and a dark, low ceiling with recessed lighting give the room an intimate feel that suits a glass of wine as much as a slice.

Our team built out Olio's kitchen, bar, and dining room, working within the existing Spanish Colonial Revival building to create a space that feels like a true neighborhood gathering spot, casual and welcoming up front with a little extra polish once you're inside. It's a small footprint that does a lot with warm materials and a few well chosen design details.