And people who missed the pass exit and have double back
The Mazda internal reference code for the third generation of Mazda Miata is "NC" so I believe the plate is a fun play on that.
I've always thought the same, it's not meant for people who live here I guess, which is unfortunate since we're the ones that would actually keep businesses alive through slow tourist times. I remember when happy hours were actually after business hours, sigh.
The predominant user of the exit is north-bound 101 traffic going to the multitude of county offices and the dump to the west of el sueno. The jail, the dump, the county road yard, elections, VA clinic, public wealth, behavioral health & wellness, air pollution control, ag commissioner, architectural archives, and the dept. of social services are all located at the county complex.
$1500 is the new entry level for any 5star hotel, anywhere in the world. Look at any luxury resort, hotel or inn anywhere nice and you will find prices starting around this figure and going as far as you can count...
Today's wealthy do not care about $100's or $1000's. They just want the nicest experience possible and they'll pay no matter what the cost.
Have you guys ever considered to open the island for the public to fish on it ?
As the previous owners of 900 Park Lane, we feel credit should be given to Ronald Frink of Ronald Frink Architects for taking the “box house” bought in 1994 to the architectural jewel it is today. By adding curves, terraces a pool, a pool house, three garages and a master bedroom, closets, bath and terrace, he created this lovely, liveable home. The color palate is the choice of the current owner.
Looking forward to 1st visit
European Market & Deli is a great resource for authentic Middle Eastern, Slavic & Mediterranean ingredients - produce, fresh breads/sweets, pickles, grains spices. The store is always tidy and clean, the owners & staff are kind and helpful. They were a godsend for running a small Cafe!
Bob - unfortunately those are the going rates for beachfront Orange County lux. resorts (Ritz in Half Moon Bay also) so.... Mattei's is apparently playing the 'lux room wannabe' game. Also might be that it took $50m plus to build the place and if they don't charge $1500/night there is no way the place pencils....
When cowboys still rode bulls down the middle of the street!
Those rates are ridiculous, they need to come back down to reality. I understand you need to charge a certain price point to recoup your renovation investment to make money, but it’s a dusty road in Los Olivos. not beach front in St. Baarths. It’s strange the prices are so high. I’m calling it now “dead on the vine in wine country”. They have strong backing by the property owners, but the price is just crazy.
Not surprising that Beddia Mia closed. I ate there several months ago and got very sick. Tried to reach out to the restaurant to let them know about it and never received any response. Should have known better to eat a rstaurant that was empty on a Saturday night. My husband and I should have gone with are intial gut feeling and left right away.
Oops, I was mistaken — it's not Piro Lane, but rather La Colina Road that provides access into the neighborhood I am talking about! Right behind Sansum's Pesetas location.
Fun for a curious pocket of No-leta... or is this Santa Barbara? I dunno. But the off-ramp always seemed curious, but vital because of the county offices, dump, etc.
I was hopeful you might also explore another curious neighborhood. The homes that seem to be only accessible by the traveling under the 154 on Piro Lane or Primavera Road. It almost feels gated — because of the underpass into the neighborhood — and there's a good mix of architecture. But I have always wondered if this neighborhood lost a battle with access due to the massive mobile home parks to the west of it? Anyone know its history?
I miss Arts & Letters. The food was delicious and such a great spot for lunch and dinner. Its always been a mystery to me why this can't be a local favorite?
(Homeless in SM) "Audience members suggested different sites away from their homes or businesses." Literal NIBYs.
State Street Underpass
Hi,
Between here and LAX - Brent's Deli and Peddler's fork are awesome!
I wanted to mention my fave place to stop on the way back from LAX. - Ollo in Malibu - consistently good and a great stopping place. It's in the Malibu Colony Plaza. https://www.ollomalibu.com/
I love that European market! Next time you go you have to try this really good sausage there, called Cabanossi (dry sausage with smoky flavor) - if you are into that. And their Wiener Wuerstchen are good too :))
Sad to see the Study Hall close. Made a lot of friends there over the years. Thanks Chris,Hugo & Tyler. Lots of memories and Fun . Lots of 21st birthdays, Gacho Alumni & parent weekends ! You will be missed. Thanks Denny
That space on Coast Village Road is now home to a new private training studio called Montecito Fitness.
If you look on Google maps, it looks like Bedda Mia might be moving to Montecito in the old Mollie’s location.
One consistency to Santa Barbara and especially State St is the steady flow of people who ply their trade and spend their savings on what is essentially, the same food concept that failed before. Every few months a new restauranteur arrives and tries. We are lucky there are so many poor business people who love cooking. It gives us locals a steady flow of new places to try and dishes to explore. Although it’s rather sad to see so many people sink their life savings into a business that is almost certainly guaranteed to fail. Do any of these people do diligence and research before they jump? I suppose not...
Reminds me of the old joke:
Want to make a small fortune in the restaurant business? Start with a large fortune.
Great restaurant list! I always want to stop at my favorite Moody Rooster on the way home from LA but sometimes timing doesn’t work, so nice to have some wonderful options.
