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March 29, 2026

  • Just Listed

1920 Lower Riviera Bungalow for $2.1 Million

Noteworthy new listings also include an Ortega Ridge sprawler; "as is" 1970s architecture on the Riviera; oodles of character in a new-ish San Roque house; what used to be Ray and Joan Kroc’s Santa Ynez Valley ranch; and more. 5

April 14, 2023

  • News Roundup

MarBorg’s Non-Curbside Rate Hike Is Coming to Santa Barbara

Other recent news: The Santa Barbara City Council can't make up its mind about State Street parklet fees; Carpinteria Salt Marsh trails and beach access closed till June; park turtles to be relocated; Santa Claus Lane upgrade moves forward; recap of the debate over the proposed hotel at 101 Garden Street; Carrizo Plain superbloom photos. 7

April 13, 2023

  • Odds & Ends

Improvements Are Underway at Parma Park

Plus: Warehouse sale of staging decor; The Dirty Dog Wash & Goods is coming to De La Vina; the musical "Once" opens this week; Ojai's Porch Gallery has closed; the Santa Barbara Kite Festival is this Sunday; county survey about emergency preparedness; Figueroa Mountain wildflower tour. 2

April 12, 2023

  • Everyone's a Critic

First Impressions of Taqueria La Unica

The new sister restaurant of Los Agaves and Santo Mezcal is focused on Mexican street food, with a menu that makes no concessions to novices and a line out the door. 23

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April 11, 2023

  • Sponsored

Luxury Beach-Town Living for Under $2 Million

This 2013 single-level home in Carpinteria's Lagunitas development is perfect for those looking to enjoy the exciting SoCal lifestyle. Previously the model home, it is in the best location within the community and has every upgrade available.

  • Hot Property

Cool Contemporary Villa Sells for $15.79 Million

Last week's sales also include a 2016 Riviera house with views for days; new construction on five-plus acres in Goleta; a pair of Alta Mesa renovations; one-bedroom cabin on 81 acres; and more. 1

April 10, 2023

  • Food Stuff

Montecito’s Restaurant Scene Is on the Verge of a Sea Change

More food news: Sweet Reef Boba debuts today; Beast Taqueria has opened inside M. Special on State Street; Organic Soup Kitchen semi-announced a second location; Lagerville beer festival is this Saturday; Motley Crew Ranch found a new location for its store; Roblar Winery is now serving dinner three nights a week. 7

April 9, 2023

  • First Look

An Outpost of L.A.’s Platform Is Coming to the Funk Zone

The plans call for "a collection of independent merchants, eateries, and creative businesses" in a complex of mainly one-story buildings. 16

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Newsletter: April 9

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Recent Comments

Looks like you found your calling SkyG! Many of us will be excited to read about your purchase of a waterfront lot and the opening… — Sam Tababa

Yes, you are missing how you will feel about stairs when you are 70 or 80. — Kee

Agreed, toll lanes would be a much better use than carpool lanes given the ability to generate revenue. — Chris

Genuine question. .What is the issue you have with any house that has steps in it? Exterior or interior. You seem like an active person… — GDL

The folks who think that what the city is proposing is some sort of homeless RV encampment by the beach are frankly utterly and completely… — SkyG

My daughter had her wedding dinner here in September. It was so lovely. The food and service were top notch. This makes me sad. — Marguerite Hover

I just want to add, people who can afford a $200k Sprinter Van can afford to get a hotel room or Airbnb. It’s not going… — Andy

Amen. This idea that people have a God-given right to live here cheaply is nonsense. The reason it’s expensive is because it’s one of the… — Andy

What's wrong with the skate park? That lot is next to the wharf, State street and the funk zone. This is a good thing because… — Don

Dined there on 3/26. the smash burger was awful. Ground up hamburger. Really? Looked sickly. NO tomatoes nor lettuce. Really? Telling family, friends, neighbors that… — Mary Woodyard

Restaurant News

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Burning Questions

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