January 7, 2026
Tag: Anchor Rose
A Meat-and-Seafood Market Is Opening in Carpinteria
More food news: The debut date of Drover's Doughnuts in Goleta; chain restaurant rumored to be replacing Anchor Rose at the harbor; Santa Barbara Food Connection and Santa Playa Mariscos have closed; the former Derf's is still available; Frinj Coffee update; State Street restaurant space. 21
November 9, 2025
First Look at Bistro Amasa, Opening This Week
More food news: Brass Bird confirmed for San Roque; Manifattura is now taking reservations online; Anchor Rose is reportedly closing; the changes at Corazón Comedor; Sandbar is closed for remodeling; two restaurants partner on a TV dinner–themed night; Nantucket wine bar in residence at Tyler x Lieu Dit; SB Biergarten is adding an outdoor dining deck; the Miracle Christmas pop-up will be in Solvang, too. 17
July 27, 2024
White Caps Is Opening in the Funk Zone
More food news: Judge for Yourself Cafe is for sale; Santa Playa Mariscos update; Cagami Ramen is now Takashi Ramen; changes at Anchor Rose; Dang Burger is having fun with specials; Taste of the Santa Ynez Valley tickets are on sale; Kaena Wine Co. to close Los Olivos tasting room. 9
December 27, 2023
The Goleta Beach Park Restaurant Will Have a Concert Venue
More food news: Broad Street Oyster Co. has downsized; Belching Dragon Tavern is on hold; Nook Pizzeria is up and running; Handlebar vacation; the Bagel Boiz' hiatus is permanent; Na Na Thai delivery; Anchor Rose lounge closed for renovations; profiles of Local and the new Mister Softee shop. 6
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May 2, 2022
Salty at the Beach Is Headed for New Ownership
More food news: First look at Local's menu; could Trader Joe's be opening a store in Carpinteria?; Chick-fil-A submitted plans to improve traffic flow; expanded hours for the new Saint Bibiana pizzeria; Low Pigeon says much will remain the same; Pico has a new chef; Daniel's Mexican Bakery appears to have closed; Hummus Republic chain opening in Isla Vista. 1
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You can't blame restaurants for releasing menus without prices when the first thing people do is complain about how expensive everything is. — Erik Torkells
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Is the lunch at Monte's free? Menu with no pricing is suspect on what they will be charging lettuce, etc..?? — Louise
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