5 Best Boutiques in Downtown, Santa Barbara CA
Updated 11 October 2026 · 7 boutiques in Downtown, Santa Barbara CA considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers boutiques in Downtown Santa Barbara, ranked by Google rating with the number of reviews used as a weight. Seven qualifying businesses were considered, so the list is short and each entry is included on the strength of its ratings and reviewer feedback. It is written for shoppers who want to know what each store sells, its listed hours and location, and the kinds of experiences reviewers describe, from consignment finds to artist-made gifts. Use it to plan a shopping trip, and check hours before visiting.
#1
Miss Behavin'
★ 5 (31 Google reviews)Women's clothing store
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Miss Behavin' is a women's clothing store at 322 Paseo Nuevo, with a 5 rating from 31 Google reviews. It is open daily from 11 am to 7 pm and lists wheelchair-accessible parking and entrance. Reviewers mention cute clothing at reasonable prices, a steady supply of new stock, and jewelry and accessories. Brands named in reviews include Free People, Steve Madden, Motel Rocks and Rollas. Several describe a warm and welcoming atmosphere in the shop.
Best for: Trendy women's clothing and accessories
- Address
- 322 Paseo Nuevo, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, United States
- Hours
- daily 11 am–7 pm
#2
The Closet Trading Company
★ 4.6 (86 Google reviews)Consignment shop
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The Closet Trading Company is a consignment shop at 714 State St, with a 4.6 rating from 86 Google reviews. It is open daily from 11 am to 7 pm, and its listing describes used goods and quick visits. Reviewers mention a wide range of pieces, from high-end labels to quiet luxury, with designer sandals and knitwear among the purchases they describe. Several call it a regular stop and say that quality and service are consistently strong. Card and NFC payments are accepted.
Best for: Designer and luxury secondhand finds
- Address
- 714 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, United States
- Hours
- daily 11 am–7 pm
#3
The Lotus Boutique
★ 4.9 (28 Google reviews)Women's clothing store
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The Lotus Boutique is a women's clothing store at 637 Chapala St, with a 4.9 rating from 28 Google reviews. It is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11:30 am to 6 pm and closed on Mondays. Reviewers mention group sound bath sessions held in the shop, with reclining chairs and a calm, supportive atmosphere. Others point to gifts, clothing for men and women, and jewelry designed in house and sold on site. Wheelchair-accessible parking and entrance are listed.
Best for: Sound baths, gifts and in-house jewelry
- Address
- 637 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11:30 am–6 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11:30 am–6 pm; Sun 11:30 am–6 pm; Thu 11:30 am–6 pm; Tue 11:30 am–6 pm; Wed 11:30 am–6 pm
#4
Anthropologie
★ 4.4 (90 Google reviews)Women's clothing store
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Anthropologie is a women's clothing store at 1123 State St, with a 4.4 rating from 90 Google reviews. It is open every day, with the longest hours on Saturday, and offers in-store shopping, Wi-Fi and a quick visit option. Reviewers mention a calm, well-organized store with carefully displayed merchandise and sales associates who make them feel valued. Some describe the prices as high for the level of curation, and others report quality concerns with certain pieces. Wheelchair-accessible parking and entrance are listed.
Best for: Curated women's clothing shopping
- Address
- 1123 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–7 pm; Mon 10 am–7 pm; Sat 10 am–8 pm; Sun 11 am–7 pm; Thu 10 am–7 pm; Tue 10 am–7 pm; Wed 10 am–7 pm
#5
The Yes Store
★ 4.6 (25 Google reviews)Gift shop
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The Yes Store is a gift shop at 1015 State St, with a 4.6 rating from 25 Google reviews. It is open daily, with weekday hours from 11 am to 5 pm and Saturday hours until 6 pm. Reviewers mention a wide mix of art and handmade goods from local artists and makers, many at affordable prices, including one-of-a-kind jewelry. Visitors describe it as a good place for souvenirs. One reviewer reported an unpleasant exchange when asking about selling their own jewelry. Wheelchair-accessible parking and entrance are listed.
Best for: Local artist gifts and souvenirs
- Address
- 1015 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10:30 am–5 pm; Mon 11 am–5 pm; Sat 10:30 am–6 pm; Sun 10:30 am–5 pm; Thu 11 am–5 pm; Tue 11 am–5 pm; Wed 11 am–5 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 7 boutiques in Downtown, Santa Barbara CA with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then ranked by Google rating, weighted by how many people left one. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated boutique on this list?
Miss Behavin' ranks first, with a Google rating of 5 from 31 reviews. The Closet Trading Company is second at 4.6 from 86 reviews.
Which boutiques in Downtown, Santa Barbara CA are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Anthropologie, at 8 pm.
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