Boo hoo Caitlin aka Negative Nancy
Based on how they treated all of their weddings when the property first closed (aka they lied and said they were undergoing a renovation), I wouldn’t trust them to reopen when they say they will. I wouldn’t trust anything they say at all.
Can't wait for this great Deli
Thanks for the love Erik! We’re so excited to be part of the Santa Barbara community, and can’t wait to bring our house-smoked hand-sliced pastrami and lox to Public Market! Santa Barbara Ahmad always been my favorite La getaway. I actually got married there. I love everything about it. Look forward to seeing you all soon!
Love and Lox,
Mike Kassar
I think there are enough NY transplants in Santa Barbara to keep this excellent looking biz in biz.
Excited!!❣️
When does your Santa barbara location open?
Thanks
So many great restaurants have closed :(
RIP: Cubaneo, Embermill, Brazil Arts Cafe, the Crepe Cafe, Patxi’s, Noemi….
Albeit sad the way things ended for most employees after the closure during the pandemic, I for one would absolutely return to work with FS at the Biltmore. The company is a wonderful employer and the perks are even better- not to mention the property is an unmatched work environment, friendly coworkers, meals/uniforms provided (you don’t even have to do your own laundry) and the clientele you meet is second to none. Although I personally left to pursue work in another country just before the pandemic so I wasn’t furloughed although I would love to return.
What do black stink bugs eat and what are they good for?
Absolutely. I don't understand this negativity coming from a place so many like to call 'paradise'. Public Market should have a deli like this
What I have learned in retail is to sell what the customer wants- and that might just be the one thing I hadn't thought of or passed on
Bring it on!
Norton's can't hold a candle to a real east coast deli. I've thrown 2 of their sammies in the trash, they were gross and not good
So stoked about this news. Like others have mentioned, basically nobody (especially in SB) makes their own pastrami. I am pretty sure this included Norton's as well. So it's no different going to any sandwich shop buying pre-cured meat in bulk and just using a deli slicer on them. I can't wait for Wexler's to open up!
I and my Brooklyn-born husband will be there as soon as they’re open. I love meat. And I agree with Erik that this is actually, ironically, a very meat loving town. I’d kill for some more salad joints?! I think we’ve heard that comment echoed a lot. But meat seems to sell well here and we’re excited for this particular addition!
Bring ???????? it ???????? on!!! I am thrilled by this announcement. They can’t open soon enough. I want this for lunch right ???????? now ❤️❤️❤️
Erik I know we are not supposed to poo poo businesses that are coming to SB, but I have to say that I'm super disappointed with this: "We offer a peaceful and safe space where members can come to experience the power of a 24-unit Energy Enhancement System." Santa Barbarians deserve, at a minimum a 48-unit Energy Enhancement System, and everyone knows this. HARD PASS.
You said it all. The Public Market has worked hard to bring diverse options for everyone from the single crowd enjoying tapas, families wanting an all in one stop dining, date night before a movie, now a deli that’s going to smash the market. My mouth was watering just looking at those sandwiches.
Nortons is really good, but another deli is always welcome.
Well said Erik! On both accounts!
Yes please! Very excited about Wexler’s Deli coming to town. An excellent pastrami sandwich is my guilty pleasure.
I don’t know what Caitlin is thinking (also hate lame Debbie downers) This going to crush it! Perfect addition to the public market. I really hope they make their own bagels. Also hope they have enough space.
Agree 100%! Kudos to those that take the risks to bring us new and delicious dining options. As a former small business owner, operating in this town can be a challenge even without negative public comments. Excited to try this new option!
Santa Barbara is a pretty meaty town, it seems to me. I eat much less meat than I used to, but when I do eat it, I want it to be good, and Wexler's is famous for being excellent. Plus, I'll be first line for the bagels and smoked fish.
This next part is for everyone, because there have been a bunch of comments like this lately.
Heaven knows I'm not the most positive person on the planet, but when a business announces its intention to open here, can we all try to be welcoming? Or at least keep any doubts to ourselves? I think we all want a supportive environment for new businesses—restaurants, in particular. Imagine how it feels when the first comment is from someone pooh-poohing their chances. Whenever I'm faced with writing about something that I'm personally not into, I try to remind myself that every small business is someone's dream. And just because it's not my thing doesn't mean that many other people won't be excited about it.
What this town could really use are real, properly made, (edible) bagels and a real, honest-to-goodness kosher deli. Heck, I'd take a Norm's over anything currently operating here! So in my opinion, Wexler's is going to do well as there are NO decent/good delicatessens anywhere near us. This is a town after all that thinks Jack's offers an edible bagel and Three Pickle's a proper sandwich... Neither of those establishments would last a week in LA, SF or NYC. As for Norton's ? Sysco...
