"Even though Bettina is adjacent to the 101 Freeway, it’s an oasis with a bright dining room, communal patio, and some of the best wood-fired pizzas in all of Central and Southern California. Also on the menu are local wines, ricotta cavatelli, creamy tomato soup, or whipped ricotta on focaccia. Locals are patiently awaiting Bettina’s second Carpinteria location, which is expected to open in 2024." - Mona Holmes