12 New Restaurants Opening in the Coming Months

There's a lot of good stuff coming our way: Two new harborfront restaurants, a Roman-style pizzeria, a patisserie, a spinoff of a popular L.A. restaurant, an Italian wine bar, and more. Plus: Opening dates for Bristol Farms and Sprouts supermarkets. 1

Newsletter: June 10

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Whole Foods Employee Tested Positive for Covid-19

Other recent news: The city is looking at implementing citizen review of the Santa Barbara Police Department; no changes to county's 2020-2021 budget; intentional hit-and-run spree on the 101.

Bristol Farms Expects to Open by Late August

More food news: Mesa Burger sibling Corner Tap is now open on the Mesa; wineries and tap rooms can open if they serve food; Rose Café appears dead after 84 years; the interim signage at the restaurant formerly known as Sambo's.

Carpinteria Is Getting a Big New Skate Park

Plus: The repair of the damaged Stearns Wharf sign is on hold; timeline of Montecito construction projects; the mystery of the Dorinda Triangle; 32 oceanfront acres near More Mesa are for sale; three recent closings of note.

Mollusk Surf Shop Is Opening in the Funk Zone

Founded in 2005 by John McCambridge, the brand sells surf gear and clothing for men, women, and kids, with stores in San Francisco and Venice Beach.

Newsletter: June 8

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California Will Allow More Businesses to Reopen Next Week

Other recent news: Santa Barbara police join protesters in a march and rally; massive paddle out to honor George Floyd; Delta is suspending service from Santa Barbara Airport; nail salons are getting the short end of the stick.

First Look at Big Daddy’s Home & Garden in Summerland

The store comprises three buildings and the outdoor areas around them, making for a pleasant wander. Wabi-sabi abounds.

Midcentury Conundrum Appears Likely to Be Torn Down

The week's other top price reductions: Brown boxes with big views; Spanish-style house walking distance to San Ysidro Trailhead; cute Craftsman on a bluff above Summerland; Cubist contemporary.