I’m all in favor of the Blue Star Memorial Hwy by Padero but the blue stripe on the medium is an eye sore, I can’t believe that part was approved. Very unfortunate and extremely distracting when driving.
Soul Bites has a good concept and food you can't find many places, yet they are pricey. And the owner says he should be charging more because costs have gone up. $14 for 2 pieces of chicken? Way too much
I love Corazon and do wish he had a few crossover dishes. Public Market is super crowded all the time so going to a quieter spot to eat his delicious food would be nice. Perhaps public market will not
let him duplicate same food in other locations?
I have walked by the Patio Cafe for years, at different times. At most I have seen one table occupied, but generally it has been empty. Thought I'd try it: once and done. No idea how they have been hanging on.
The Alma menu looks good and the decor is really nice. I don't see problems with a sit down restaurant. Bettina is already testament to the model in that location. I really love that Chef Ramon does a different concept with each new opening. Besides the quality of his food already distinguishing him, having different concepts and menus at each location sets him apart from the other local Mexican food chains. I hope he continues to expand his empire. If Montecitoans are clamoring for a Mexican takeaway, Ramon can still do that, too. I really admire his creativity and the thoughtfulness that goes into coming up with something new each time instead of creating clones.
Ma's RR .... love it!
Actually, they are classified as toy trains, not model trains. Why?
Because the trains themselves (three rail tracks) and the accessories (buildings) are not supposed to replicate reality. That is not to say they are not fun and lots of folks like them, but they are toys, not models (think HO or N scale)
Thanks for the very informative updates! We live in the middle of all those changes to our area, so it's nice to know what to expect.
Yes, it's in the plans.
Regarding the 101 update. Anyone know if the Cabrillo Blvd on ramp (heading south) is still happening ? (Near the new roundabout at bird refuge) Removing it was the biggest mistake ever made!
Love seeing my car with license plate "MAS RR" (Maryanne's Real Estate Rover) in front of Cima Linda!
Have had that same license plate on three Range Rovers for over 38 years...amazing how time flies and how joyful my 45 years of RE!!! Congrats on the closing :)
Wow what a missed opportunity to bring fast casual Mexican food back to the country mart. Why do restauranteurs assume that affluent people only want full service dining?
No issues what-so-ever with a classy restaurant insisting it's clients dress nicely. Today's shabby yoga pants and gym shorts world needs a few places that still adhere to some standards. Nothing quite like looking forward to a great night, getting dressed up and prepped, only to be forced to sit near people in gym shorts, flip flops and tank tops spending their dinner playing on their phone while their 3 yr old runs around the room screaming...
I give Alma Fonda 6months. 12 if they halve their prices and serve things people actually want...
Caruso's is easily the best in town and if wearing a jacket is part of the price of admission it is well worth it and yes, I agree it just gets better each time.
Standard procedure to start these types of projects after September first as that is when the "Emergency Declaration" kicks in to allow waiving many of the environmental requirements to be able to complete the project before the winter storm season. My guess is that most of these signs will be ignored due to this and due to many of them having fallen down as you stated.
Other projects impacting use of the front country trails include Tunnel Road trailhead closed for the rest of the year, on going (with little progress) parking issue at Hot Springs trailhead, San Ysidro trail closed, new debris basin at Buena Vista trailhead, and Romero road to the saddle being closed.
The Dreier family hasn’t owned the building since 2018. It was sold shortly before Mr. Dreier passed away. The “no trespass” signs were mandatory for insurance purposes.
Which bank did that used to be?
An old guy who likes model trains. It’s cool, check it out
What kind of money is washed through a toy train museum?
Lived on Pacific Ave at the round-about -so right at 1,000 Steps….those were the days! We used to lead tiki-torch walks down the stairs- fun to find lobster divers in the surf with headlamps on! We lived in a Dario Pini house, he was a decent guy to us
Indeed it is! Thanks for the tip. He mentions it in this post: https://www.instagram.com/p/C-a_270Scg5/?img_index=1
Looks like it might be a David Flores mural!
I lived on Santa Rosa Place (a block from Shoreline Park) in the mid 90's. The Mesa was always the best vibe because you had all the waterfront / beach amenities and close proximity to town, minus the tourists.
Back then, those little 50's houses were selling for $300K. Can't stop "progress"!!
Thank you for the correction—I've updated the text accordingly. And while I love looking at floor plans (probably as much as anyone in the entire region), as an affiliate member of the Santa Barbara Association of Realtors, I can't access active MLS listings.
Nicely done!!!
