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July 28, 2026

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Timeless Riviera Charm—Now More Irresistible Than Ever!

Set behind a walled garden on one of the Lower Riviera’s most desirable streets, 878 Paseo Ferrelo honors its original 1920s character while embracing the comforts of modern living. See for yourself at the open houses this weekend.

  • Odds & Ends

A Hint About UCSB’s Plan for State Street

Plus: Freeway sign oopsie; those pesky Santa Barbara Airport escalators; repairs to finally start on Old Romero Road trail; new fitness studio on Chapala Street; 30-room hotel and restaurant still in the works in Los Alamos; Isla Vista senior housing organization bought on Milpas; a report from San Francisco, including the newly renovated Huntington Hotel. 3

July 27, 2026

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August Pop-Up Series at Au Bon Climat

Join Au Bon Climat every Sunday in August for a rotating lineup of some of Santa Barbara's favorite local food vendors—from fresh oysters and Thai street food to wood-fired barbecue and artisan sandwiches.

  • Hot Property

Stylish New Construction in Montecito Sells for $16.5 Million

Last week's sales also include an insane price for the area between the Lower Village and the Hedgerow; Park Lane aerie; East Valley Road compound; Hope Ranch spiffer-upper; the super-minimalist one near Westmont; and more.

July 26, 2026

  • Food Stuff

Opening Date for Sweetaly Gelato

More food news: First impressions of Pegaslice; special-needs café likely coming to State Street; changes at an outpost of Crushcakes; what dinner is like at the Hilton Garden Inn Rooftop Bistro & Bar; a visit to Drover's Doughnuts in Goleta. 3

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Newsletter: July 26

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  • Guessing Game

Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 5

July 24, 2026

  • Just Listed

An Eye-Popping Price in Samarkand

Noteworthy new listings also include a grande dame with elbow room on the Lower Riviera; what might be the best property on Shepard Mesa; Toro Canyon spiffer-upper; Upper East Tudor; 1890 Victorian downtown; traditional curb appeal in Bel Air Knolls; and more.

July 23, 2026

  • News Roundup

Beach Tar Blamed on Natural Seepage

Other recent news: TJ Maxx said to be opening in Goleta; two aggressive mosquito species found here; automated self-service dry cleaning kiosk; Pedro De La Cruz and Olivia Joffrey art exhibit. 6

July 22, 2026

  • Food Stuff

New York–Style Pizzeria Opening on State Street

More food news: First look at downtown's new Indian breakfast-and-lunch restaurant; opening forecast for Cajé Coffee Roasters in Goleta; Noma Projects pantry pop-up at Domecíl; The Ellwood's outdoor event space; Ojai restaurant closing; Pressed Juicery's Santa Barbara outpost has shuttered. 10

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Just Listed

  • An Eye-Popping Price in Samarkand
  • How Do You Say “Riven Rock” in Italian?
  • A Pretty Little Cottage on the Lower Riviera
  • Beachfront Compound at the Western End of Sandyland Cove
  • Ennisbrook Château Given a Contemporary Makeover

Recent Comments

V e r y interesting- thanks. Is there more than one dining room? Is the iconic restaurant decor as before? — Greg

Have you tried Hotel Drisco in Pacific Heights? We love it! — Ann Capogrosso

ha the coffee movement was my neighborhood coffee shop when they first opened. they were always quite friendly, surprised to hear about any uppityness, but… — bailey debruynkops

Taco Bell on Milpas is closed. Fence around the property. I'm hearing, they're remodeling to upgrade the restaurant — Robert Goluck

Oh yes, let's add more super unaffordable boutiques that no one shops in and they eventually close hahahahahah. Your entitlement is showing. — CW

The Only in Santa Barbara store is at 633 State (a different location than this). — Erik Torkells

Bombay Station is great! It might be worth noting the glass of OJ could be in a super large glass, or more in the foreground,… — Michael

I think this is at the store next to Men's Wearhouse that also sells socks or something like that. — Brendan

So sad about Pressed closing, I went there everyday. — Meridith Moore

So excited to have a local option for dosas! Can't wait to try it. — Annie

Restaurant News

  • Opening Date for Sweetaly Gelato
  • New York–Style Pizzeria Opening on State Street
  • Apna Is Opening a Sister Restaurant on State Street
  • Erewhon to Open in Thousand Oaks Next Month
  • The Lovin’ Spoonful Frozen Yogurt Shop Has Reopened

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Burning Questions

  • Why Is the Cliff Drive Overlook Closed?
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