May 5, 2025
Tag: 419 State Street
A Possible Lead in the Case of the Purloined Stiletto
Plus: A visit to Rose Story Farm during peak rose season; demolition proposed for Los Patos Way apartments; two more Santa Barbara Bowl shows; Fairview Gardens update; Xanadu Skate Boutique to go online-only; Umbra Labs bailed on lower State Street; new look for the SBIFF Film Center; Don Louis Perceval art exhibit at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum; is Santa Barbara like Athens? 8
June 15, 2022
A Better Look at Santa Barbara’s Next Beachfront Resort
Plus: Invoca appears to be leaving State Street; True Love Always opens this week; Studio B Salon is expanding and rebranding; an opportunity to explore Jeff Shelton's El Andaluz building; a deal on day passes at the Santa Barbara Athletic Club. 1

















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I've been to Beau a few times. I've been pleased with the wine selection and the cocktails are tasty and creative. However, AI heavy marketing… — Meg
Beau has a great vibe and Starr and Bruce are terrific hosts. Kudos to them for creating such an interesting place. — Vicki
Beau has been such a breath of fresh air as a wine bar in Santa Barbara with new and changing concepts, events, lists and ideas!… — Jenna
You seem compelled with something that you say is not compelling? Can we get a sleuth on that? — Christine!
Sure it is. Gluten is abundant in Italian cuisine. — Bill
The concept of a "storytelling" bar is pretentious by definition. Their website and instrgram copy, much of which is written by AI, adds more proof… — Bill
I’ve visited Beau twice and loved it! The room is cozy and welcoming with lots of couches and corners to snuggle into with a friend… — Gillian