El Paseo Mexican Restaurant

The world famous El Paseo Mexican Restaurant is ideal for your buffet fiesta or plated special event. El Paseo Restaurant is a federal landmark, and was built in 1922. It is the oldest restaurant in Santa Barbara, and has been the host to many of Santa Barbara's celebrations over the years. Exclusive use of the restaurant requires a sales minimum for food and beverage which does not include tax or gratuity.

This is not a charge, it is a guarantee that your party will achieve this dollar amount in food & beverage sales. With a seating capacity of 275, El Paseo offers a perfect venue for your wedding reception, quienceaera, or any celebration, with options of buffet or plated dinner! At an average price of $65.00 per person, our buffet provides four appetizers, two salads, starch, vegetable, and four entrees.