Dissapointed that they are not bring Teddy's to State Street as a San Roque resident we have plenty of upscale coffee places in the neighborhood, and need more causal eatery places instead.
Same question 🙋🏻‍♀️
Any recent information concerning the restaurant that is to occupy the former Via Vai space in the Upper Village?
Wow, just... wow. You really need to take a break from the internet and social media.
My husband and I were big fans of CorazĂłn Comedor prior to them changing the menu. We ate there on a regular basis, always looking forward to their fabulous food, especially their tamales! Their menu was unique with high quality entrees compared to other Mexican restaurants in town. Unfortunately, the last time we stopped in and saw everything had changed we didn't stay. We saw the menu is now mostly tacos offered and we can get tacos anywhere. they always were busy, not sure why they changed. We would surely return if the original came back.
A casual cafe is going to be a great fit for Upper State/San Roque! Looking forward to checking out Brass Bird!
I've already said something to the same effect elsewhere - but at the rate things are going, Santa Barbara will soon look like somewhere in Soviet era Eastern Europe, or Russia.? Joyless soul-sucking --
I heard from a reliable source that Anchor Rose is not closing, but a disgruntled employee has spread these rumors.
The architecture in the drawings evoke boring, uninspiring, and low effort. Sadly, nothing to see here, move on....
you are pathetic
Anne, hates her self for driving a Tesla, but can rationalize with reasoning and buys a sticker saying I bought this before Elon went crazy. Throws her green dog shit dog bag on the hiking trail thinking she'll pick it up on the way down forgets it.
Says no problem she'll make up for it some other way.
Keeps her dogs off the leash when she's hiking and when they jump on someone, she says they're just trying to play with them.
Lets her dogs bark in the yard all day not karen about neighbors.
We got you gurl but your highly misinformed. Self hates a tough one!
Heather get dressed gurl expensive dinner on me! Lets go
It's really incredible The city has so much money to keep on doing so many projects like plaza del mar and nothing goes on there, and what are they doing across from the zoo? My god it massive and the park was fine. Are they just remodeling it so the homeless can take it over again? I just don't understand the city. But if they can align everything up to get all the construction going at the same time for all the high-rises on Milpas, we will be golden.
Community: "If we are going to have more development, make it appropriate."
Developers: "Take this slop."
We were hoping that the Mackenzie market was going to be a second Teddys by the sea as first reported. I wonder why the owners changed their minds. Teddys is the reason why I go to carpinteria. I am very disappointed.
I agree with you, Paul. I propose we go back to the basics & return Council Member Compensation to a monthly stipend emphasizing public service over lifelong political careers.
Prior to 2004, council members received a modest monthly stipend reflecting the part-time, public service nature of their roles—a model that echoed the historical American tradition of citizen-legislators serving without lavish remuneration.
The pre-2004 stipend system supported effective governance for decades. Proving that modest compensation fosters dedicated public servants without creating career incentivized politicians.
Fast forward to 2025, the city’s total annual budget is approximately $577 million, with personnel costs (including elected officials) of $124+ million spent on salaries & benefits annually. $124+ million is only for the City of Santa Barbara.
The County of SB annual payroll (including benefits & pensions) is close to 1 Billion per year! This is unsustainable.
Sounds like the couple that are opening at the old Mackenzie Market location have lots of experience. I can’t wait to see it when they open.
Didn’t Plaza Del Mar just get “improved” a year ago, or was that just the band shell?
We love the Folded Hills location on CVR. And we are sad about its closure. This is a family run, local business. The Busch family has a very strong work ethic & they are invested in our community. It’s not uncommon to visit their Folded Hills Winery and be greeted by Kim, Andy, or one of their son’s. They are wonderful hosts and responsible land stewards. We will miss them.
The Karen’s should get together for dinner. 🤓
get dressed Anne- coffee is on me
Libbyland were my fav TV dinners- EVERY OTHER FRIDAY!
I have to say Anne, your comparisons of the Republicans, President Trump, SNAP, & Little Mountain, all tied together in a never ending ball of blame, are ridiculous.
Shaming people for going out to dinner, while pardoning the Democrats of all responsibility, makes me wonder if your real name isn’t Karen.
I visited their carpinteria location after a good friend recommended it and I must say that we were very surprised with the quality of their snd service. We stood in line for a good 7-8 minutes but once we ordered our food came out to our table in about 10 minutes very impressed considering how busy they were.
My wife also said it was the best avocado toast she has ever tasted. My cappuccino was very well prepared.
We are excited to have a brass bird closer to home.
Lynn there is no need to be so negative. If you want an inexpensive meal you can find it. If you want quality ingredients prepared by talented chefs in a beautiful setting it’s going to costs you. Just remember you don’t have to go to little mountain. But we would appreciate you keep your negative comments to yourself or better yet write them in your journal if you must. I am making my reservations for little mountain as we speak.
Had a fantastic dinner at LM last night. Finally a restaurant that is taking full advantage of the wealth of local produce. And cooked with such finesse! And, I'd say the prices are quite reasonable given the quality of the food, decor and ambience.
