Santa Barbara Courthouse Elopement Guide

Common Questions When Planning Your Elopement

What Restraunts Have Private Dining?

Bouchon, Finch & Fork, The Palace Grill, Jane, Harry’s Plaza Cafe, Chuck’s of Hawaii, El Paseo Restaurant,

Olio e Limone Ristorante, Plow & Angel, Stella Mare’s, Opal Restaurant and Bar.

Loquita is a great spot to hit for a cocktail afterwards, have a bigger party for dinner or
rent their outdoor patio for your private event.

How far is the Santa Barbara Courthouse from the Ocean?

Less than a 10 minute drive!

Where can I order desserts or cake?

Frances Baking, Crushcakes, Alessia, The Little Things Bakery.

What is a good hotel to stay at near the Courthouse?

Hotel Californian is close to restaurants, the water and short drive to the courthouse.

Other hotels we love within 20 minutes are The Rosewood and The Ritz Carlton Bacara.

Where can we have a first dance if we elope and eat at a restaurant?

Rent a Villa & do private catering. Rent a yacht for a sunset sail.

Other ideas to make it yours —

Rent a vintage car that reflects your personality. Hire a musician / band you love.

Change outfits for the after party.