Helena Avenue Bakery - Santa Barbara

Very charming place with an easy atmosphere. Was worried when we walked up to a long line but it was surprisingly easy to get a table after ordering at the counter. The food was good and portion size decent. Order the breakfast sandwich on the buttermilk biscuit instead of the brioche. The biscuit is very flavorful and flaky. I thought the baked egg was a little on the dry side and could have used some hot sauce, which I could not find in the self serve area, but I also didn't ask. They do need to update the pricing on some of their menus. Specifically, it stated one price for drip coffee but I was charged something higher.

The Farmer’s Market Sandwich is the best breakfast sandwich I’ve ever seen. Feels like your eating a burger. My daughter loves the Biscuit with salted butter. She says it’s the best biscuit she has ever tasted! We also enjoyed whipped Ricotta on sourdough with their coffee. The spot has outdoor seating and a great atmosphere.

Never disappoints. Great coffee and food. Avocado toast with cucumbers and feta was so flavorful. This time we also got bread to go. It was delicious. And since it's Easter they had a small egg hunt for kids here. So thoughtful.

The breakfast tacos were excellent, and the avocado toast was delicious as well. The service was quick, and the outdoor dining area was beautiful. It was a bit pricey, but definitely worth it!

I had an excellent breakfast here! You can really tell how much care and effort goes into their baked goods, and it's great to watch the preparation through the glass. The outdoor seating is fantastic as well. I suggest arriving early to secure a table. I tried the smoked salmon on an everything bagel, which I highly recommend, along with the breakfast sandwich, biscuits, and cinnamon bun.