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March 19, 2026

  • News Roundup

Santa Barbara Has Hired a New State Street Consultant

Other recent news: The number of international visitors is down; addressing the city's budget shortfall; an update on the Electrify America vehicle-charging station; Santa Barbara County looks to phase out all onshore oil operations; Sable Offshore loses in court; first steps toward a new trail linking Buellton, Solvang and Santa Ynez. 20

October 22, 2025

  • Sponsored

All Aboard! Just Listed: The Sea Captain’s Cottage & Loft and 1067 E. Mountain Drive Gets a Fresh Price

The 1911 Sea Captain’s House has been restored with care, balancing original craftsmanship with modern coastal living. Come to the open house tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Plus: The Montecito cottage that warrants a second look.

  • Food Stuff

A Piano Bar-and-Restaurant Is Opening on State Street

More food news: Yet another new concept in the works across from the courthouse; the Sando Truck is going catering-only; Carp Kitchen has closed; revised forecast for Linden Square's rooftop bar; Cookie Plug name change; Jalisco Grill opening inside Mel's Lounge. 13

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Newsletter: October 22

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October 21, 2025

  • Odds & Ends

Inside the New Family-Friendly Pool Hall on Chapala Street

Plus: Three local celebs in conversation at the Lobero; The Well will close an outpost as part of a consolidation; the DJ Javier show at the Museum of Contemporary Art; State Street building proposed for demolition; Santa Ynez General's apparel is now all in Los Olivos; the horseshoes embedded in Arlington Plaza's parking lot. 2

October 20, 2025

  • Hot Property

Classic Montecito Estate Sells for Nearly Half Off the Initial Asking Price

Last week's sales also include a Montecito Tuscan for $22.5 million; 21-acre property in Carpinteria’s Rancho Monte Alegre; Montecito Shores two-bedroom for $5.25 million; Alta Mesa spec reno; Mesa fixer; and more.

October 19, 2025

  • Walk With Me

The Arty Heart of Downtown Santa Barbara

The Arts District is a marketing construct, but it's a useful one, distinguishing the more upscale section of State Street from scruffier parts downtown. And, boy, is it rich with character. 21

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Newsletter: October 19

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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!) 6

October 17, 2025

  • Just Listed

A Modern Makeover for a Traditional Hope Ranch Compound

Noteworthy new listings also include Padaro Lane minimalism; Campanil project; renovation on Eucalyptus Hill; San Roque with guest apartment; 1911 cottage off East Beach; insane views from the hill behind the Westside; and more. 1

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Just Listed

  • Megaterranean on 10 Acres in Carpinteria’s Rancho Monte Alegre
  • A Stunner on a Montecito Cul-de-Sac
  • Jeff Shelton’s Pistachio House in Downtown Santa Barbara
  • Chic New Construction Off Picacho Lane
  • Contemporary Drop-Down in Toro Canyon

Recent Comments

Agree 100%. Attractive in itself but not plonked down on CVR. Does not fit in at all with the local-and-cozy-but-sophisticated look of the other retail… — Dana

Where's the "it's not in Montecito" comments? For looks really good in these photos! — Don

Loving this for Montecito! Net Zero and LEED Gold (plus-plus) aside, the design is striking, well-thought-out, and a nice departure from the same-same outdated architecture… — Vince

I've provided input to the CV Road for nearly 50 years working with developers as a Designer/Broker. We do have an assortment of styles and… — Maryanne Brillhart

I am appalled to see this abomination land in our sweet little Spanish style town. Can anyone point me in the direction on how to… — Barrie Glabman

Personally I wish he would have used that money to pay the 425 workers he stiffed. I don't think he deserves to have his name… — Tracy M

Agreed - I miss the margaritas and the great chips and salsa at cava! — chelsea

Love the look. As Erik pointed out, there is a range of design along CVR so this won't "stick out" but rather add another interesting… — Curtis

In a strange way, the new building echos the old Bottle Shop configuration. I really like the solar parking - very good use of space.… — Chris

South facing with all that glass? Also, the scale is way off. Also, not a fit on CVR at all. I agree with another commenter—choose… — Anne

Restaurant News

  • A New Restaurant Space in Carpinteria
  • Rincon Brewery’s Funk Zone Outpost Is Closing
  • Yetz’s Bagels Opens in Goleta Tomorrow
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Walk With Me

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Burning Questions

  • How Long Will This Big Pipe Be at East Beach?
  • Is Cabrillo Boulevard Going to Be Widened Under Highway 101?
  • Was There a Fisherman Inn in Downtown Santa Barbara?
  • What Are Those Old Buildings at the Corner of Castillo and Montecito Streets?
  • When Will the Coast Village Road Medians Be Completed?
  • What’s This Scaffold Structure on Las Positas Road?
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