Via Maestra 42 – Italian
This sun-drenched morning retreat captures the vibrant spirit of an Italian café, where the air is perfumed with the scent of toasted panettone and rich espresso. The kitchen transforms the breakfast table into a Mediterranean escape, serving up golden ricotta fritters laced with raspberries alongside savory, rustic frittatas that celebrate the bold flavors of Abruzzo. Every plate radiates a sense of "allegria," inviting guests to slow down and savor a soulful start to the day in a space that feels like a warm embrace from the Old World.
3343, State Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105 +18055696522 https://www.viamaestra42.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at Via Maestra 42
Dairy-Free at Via Maestra 42
Via Maestra 42 in Santa Barbara has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buongiorno Adriana!, Add Fig Jam and Tortino Del Contadino. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Via Maestra 42
Via Maestra 42 in Santa Barbara has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buongiorno Adriana!, Panettone del Mattino and Frittelle de Ricotta e Lamponi. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Via Maestra 42
Via Maestra 42 in Santa Barbara has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cappuccino Double, Caffe Americano Large (Dine-in) and Caffe Latte Single. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Via Maestra 42
Via Maestra 42 in Santa Barbara has 7 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including American Coffee, Cappuccino Double and Cappuccino Single. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Via Maestra 42
Via Maestra 42 in Santa Barbara has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including American Coffee, Caffe Americano Large (Dine-in) and Add Fig Jam. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Via Maestra 42
Via Maestra 42 in Santa Barbara has 21 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buongiorno Adriana!, Panettone del Mattino and Frittelle de Ricotta e Lamponi. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Via Maestra 42
Via Maestra 42 in Santa Barbara has 6 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including American Coffee, Cappuccino Double and Cappuccino Single. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Via Maestra 42
Via Maestra 42 in Santa Barbara has 3 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buongiorno Adriana!, Caffe Americano Large (Dine-in) and Caffe Americano Small (To Go). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Via Maestra 42
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Frittelle de Ricotta e Lamponi | 92.4 g | 26.7 g |
| Tortino Del Contadino | 65.8 g | 20.2 g |
| Buongiorno Adriana! | 51.6 g | 15.1 g |
| Caffe Latte Double | 8.5 g | 11.6 g |
| Macchiato Single | 9.6 g | 11.2 g |
| American Coffee | 15.2 g | 9.2 g |
| Espresso Single | 49.9 g | 8.2 g |
| Cappuccino Single | 8.4 g | 4.4 g |
| Caffe Latte Single | 2.5 g | 2.7 g |
| Due Uova alla Buona | 2.3 g | 2.4 g |
| Cappuccino Double | 2.4 g | 1.5 g |
| Hot Chocolate | 16.2 g | 1.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 8:30 AM - 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Breakfast
Serving authentic breakfast 8:30 am - 11:30 am. We proudly serve organic farm fresh eggs.
- L'Americano Breakfast - $19.95: Scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, and potatoes. Served with organic Italian fig jam, toasted bread, semolina Dolce di Gigi, and fresh melon. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Allegria - $19.95: Two organic farm eggs prepared as you like. Grilled eggplant with a dash of marinara sauce and cotto ham. Served with organic Italian fig jam, toasted bread, semolina Dolce di Gigi, and fresh melon. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Milano - $19.95: Three organic farm eggs frittata pocket with basil, cotto ham, Raschera cheese, peas and fresh tomato. Served with organic Italian fig jam, toasted bread, semolina Dolce di Gigi, and fresh melon. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Buongiorno Adriana! - $19.95: Two organic farm eggs cooked with fresh rye bread, sautéed yellow and red roasted peppers, warm Italian sweet Cipolline onions. Served with organic Italian fig jam, toasted bread, semolina Dolce di Gigi, and fresh melon. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Mare e Monti - $19.95: Two organic farm eggs as you like, smoked salmon and goat cheese, baby spinach with orange olive oil and truffle aioli. Served with organic Italian fig jam, toasted bread, semolina Dolce di Gigi, and fresh melon. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Abruzzo Frittata - $19.95: Classic frittata from the Abruzzo region using organic farm eggs, potatoes, smoked prosciutto, onions and hot peppers. Served with organic Italian fig jam, toasted bread, semolina Dolce di Gigi, and fresh melon. Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Tortino Del Contadino - $17.95: Spinach, rice and egg cake, served with julienne cut vegetables with zesty roasted pepper dressing. Served with organic Italian fig jam, toasted bread, semolina Dolce di Gigi, and fresh melon. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Panettone del Mattino - $17.95: Italian panettone bread hand dipped in egg and gently pan cooked. Served with vanilla bean sauce, organic Italian fig jam, toasted bread, semolina Dolce di Gigi, and fresh melon. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Frittelle de Ricotta e Lamponi - $19.95: Homemade pancakes with ricotta cheese, served with fresh raspberries, whipped cream, raspberry sauce, and maple syrup. Served with organic Italian fig jam, toasted bread, semolina Dolce di Gigi, and fresh melon. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Due Uova alla Buona - $9.95: Two organic farm eggs cooked as you like, served with toasted bread and butter. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pane, Burro e Marmellata - $5.95: Grilled ciabatta bread served with butter and fig jam. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Main Courses
Traditional Italian entrees and family specials.
- Mamma Mia Lasagna Family Special - $49.99: Four servings of meat or vegetarian lasagna, fresh ciabatta bread, family-sized salad of organic greens and balsamic dressing topped with Grana Padano cheese. Served cold for heating at home. Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
Authentic Italian coffee and hot beverages.
- Espresso Single - $3: Single shot of Italian espresso
- Espresso Double - $4.5: Double shot of Italian espresso
- Macchiato Single - $2.55: Single espresso with a dash of foam Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach
- Macchiato Double - $3.55: Double espresso with a dash of foam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Cappuccino Single - $5.5: Single shot cappuccino Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Cappuccino Double - $6.5: Double shot cappuccino Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC
- Caffe Latte Single - $5.5: Single shot latte Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC
- Caffe Latte Double - $6.5: Double shot latte Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach
- Marocchino Single - $5.5: Single shot espresso with cocoa and milk foam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Marocchino Double - $6.5: Double shot espresso with cocoa and milk foam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Caffe Americano Small (To Go) - $3.25: Small Americano coffee Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Caffe Americano Large (Dine-in) - $4.25: Large Americano coffee Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Caffe Mocca Single - $5.5: Single shot mocha Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Caffe Mocca Double - $6.5: Double shot mocha Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Hot Tea - $3.25: Selection of hot teas
- Hot Chocolate - $4.55: Rich hot chocolate
- American Coffee - $3.75: Regular brewed coffee Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Add-ons
Extra sides and accompaniments.
- Add Fig Jam - $2.5: Organic Italian fig jam Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Add Fig Jam (Breakfast Side) - $3.5: Organic Italian fig jam for breakfast dishes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
Frequently Asked Questions about Via Maestra 42
- Is Via Maestra 42 dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Via Maestra 42 has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Buongiorno Adriana!, Add Fig Jam and Tortino Del Contadino.
- What can I eat at Via Maestra 42 on a dairy-free diet?
- Buongiorno Adriana!, Add Fig Jam and Tortino Del Contadino carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Via Maestra 42 have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including American Coffee and Caffe Americano Large (Dine-in).
- What is the highest-protein dish at Via Maestra 42?
- Frittelle de Ricotta e Lamponi, at roughly 26.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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