The Farmacy family of cannabis shops has put down more roots in Santa Barbara with the opening of Farmacy Upper State at 4235 State Street, near the entrance to Highway 154. The lovely new storefront brings Farmacy’s warm, approachable take on cannabis retail to the Noleta area, with a carefully curated selection of premium flower, edibles, beverages, wellness products, and more. Knowledgeable staff are on hand to help longtime cannabis consumers and curious newcomers alike find products that fit their needs, with an emphasis on education, quality, and a welcoming in-store experience (including a spacious parking lot). Farmacy opened its flagship store in Santa Barbara seven years ago and has since grown into a whole family of California cannabis retailers, all sharing the same great rewards program. Stop by the new location to explore the menu, meet the team, and see what’s new.
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Connected Strength, Santa Barbara’s newest small-group strength training studio, recently celebrated its first month of classes. In just four weeks, members completed 315 workouts, nearly 8,000 sets, and lifted more than 9.3 million pounds. Located next to Bossie’s Kitchen, Connected Strength was built to make personalized, premium strength training more accessible. Classes are small and coach-led, with each member training on their own Tonal. This allows every workout to be tailored to the individual, with resistance automatically matched to each member’s strength level and adjusted as they get stronger. The result is a welcoming environment where beginners and experienced lifters can train side by side while each receives a workout appropriate for their abilities. Learn more or try a class at here.
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Won Physical Therapy is bringing a different model of rehab and training to Santa Barbara. Founded by Dr. Marc Millner, PT, DPT, OCS, ATC—a local sports physical therapist and certified athletic trainer—Won PT is built for athletic, active individuals recovering from injury, whether post-surgical or not, as well as anyone seeking quality strength training. Because Dr. Millner is both a licensed physical therapist and trainer in one, there’s no handoff between rehab and performance — the same expert guides you from injury through return to sport, with the medical education to back it up. Every session is one-on-one, out of two performance-based locations, The Base and Mission Performance, with home visits also available. Progress isn’t guesswork—it’s guided by objective testing rooted in current research. From golf, pickleball, tennis, biking, and running enthusiasts to collegiate and youth athletes, Won PT gets you fully back to what you love. Learn more at wonphysicaltherapy.com.
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Located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara at 833 State Street, Kariella and The Men’s Den offer a curated selection of California-inspired style for women and men. Kariella features brands such as Free People, Frankie’s Bikinis, Rollas, Perfect White Tee, and more, with everything from everyday staples to vacation-ready pieces and effortless wardrobe favorites. Within the same space, The Men’s Den offers a thoughtfully curated collection of relaxed menswear from brands including Alex Crane, Howler Bros, Rails, Katin, Secrid Wallets, and more. Together, the two collections create an easygoing shopping destination that captures the laid-back, elevated style of Santa Barbara. And there’s more on the horizon: this September, The Men’s Den will open a new standalone storefront at 137 Anacapa Street, giving the brand a dedicated downtown space while continuing to be available inside Kariella at 833 State Street.
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Enjoy fresh air, sunshine, and relaxed dining at LOCAL. Our recently refreshed menu features seasonal dishes made with local ingredients, with plenty of gluten-free options. Pair your meal with one of our outstanding cocktails, discover the best (and best priced!) wine list in Santa Barbara, and enjoy the convenience of free parking. Planning a gathering? Our patio and dining spaces are available for private events of up to 40 guests, with full restaurant buyouts for up to 150. Fabulous new brunch weekends 11-3. Whether you’re stopping in for lunch, dinner, drinks, or a celebration, think LOCAL for good times and great vibes.
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Gracie, the all-day restaurant located at the Santa Barbara Harbor, has introduced new weekend brunch items and extended brunch service from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.! Guests can enjoy the beautiful view while noshing on new dishes like the Salmon Toast with house-cured gravlax, dill creme fraiche, fried capers, red onion, homemade focaccia with an option to add a poached egg; Chilaquiles with housemade salsa, tortilla chips, queso fresco, creme fraiche, avocado, cilantro and a poached egg; or the Shrimp and Grits with sautéed shrimp, brown butter blistered tomatoes, and creamy grits. While enjoying brunch, cheers to the weekend with cocktails like the Bloody Mary with horseradish, amontillado, bacon, vodka, brine and salt, or the Seasonal Espresso ‘Tini, with vodka, cold brew, espresso liqueur and seasonal cold foam. If coffee and tea are more your vibe, try the Salted Honey & Vanilla Shaken Cold Brew or the Strawberry Matcha Latte. (Photos by Carly Otness.)
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Lion’s Tale, the refined restaurant and bar on the ground floor of the Montecito Inn, has new weekly specials. Happy Hour is available every Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., including $11 craft cocktails and discounted bites on Cafe Frites, Smoked Trout Dip, and Grilled Cheese. On Mondays, enjoy all-night happy hour prices as well as $10 martinis. Every Tuesday, partake in $1.50 oysters available while supplies last. For fans of live music, each second and fourth Wednesday of the month, listen to the sounds of the Santa Barbara Jazz Collective, and on the first and third Thursday of each month, join us for music by Sticky Tables, an instrumental throwback band. Fridays just got crispier with delicious gluten-free fried chicken specials from individual breast or leg quarters to half and whole bird spreads, complete with fresh gem salad, garlic chive mashed potatoes and onion gravy.
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Milio’s Pizza is now open on State Street! Founded by Kamil Jumale and Miles Robbins, Milio’s is an authentic New York-style slice shop serving simple, classic pizza made with high-quality ingredients and fresh dough crafted using water imported from New York to achieve the signature taste and texture of an NYC slice. The menu features classics such as Cheese and Pepperoni, alongside specialties including the Spicy Vodka Square and The Milio. Seasonal specials highlight fresh ingredients sourced from local farmers and artisans. Whole round pies and Sicilian squares are available, along with rotating soft-serve flavors. Whether stopping in for a slice, picking up a pie on the way home, or becoming a regular, Milio’s is a neighborhood spot ready to welcome the Santa Barbara community. (Photo by Brigitte Park.)
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The Carpinteria Ceramics Collective is a nonprofit community pottery studio dedicated to creativity, connection, and belonging. We offer classes, memberships, workshops, events, and shared studio access for artists of all experience levels. Our mission is to create a welcoming space where people can slow down, work with their hands, learn new skills, and connect through the shared practice of ceramics. Whether you’re interested in taking a class, becoming a member, volunteering, donating, or supporting the vision, we invite you to help build this creative community with us.
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