January 28, 2026
Tag: Elsie’s Tavern
Hot Bagel Chain Opening on Upper State Street
More food news: Acme Hospitality is adding an L.A. restaurant to its portfolio; revolving restaurant pop-ups slated for downtown storefront; San Francisco chef to cook at El Encanto; new restaurant in Ojai; Apples to Zucchini Cooking School is moving; street kitchens. 21
October 11, 2022
February 4, 2021
Miniature Dioramas of Santa Barbara Dive Bars
More food news: South Coast Deli is opening in San Roque; the Blue Owl is under new ownership; rumors of a new Mesa ice cream shop; Mackenzie Market and Yanni's Greek & American Deli have reportedly closed; Rancho San Julian's Elizabeth Poett has a new TV show; Clevr's "instant superlattes"; lunch at La Paloma Cafe; the appealing Frontside Cafe in Ventura. 1
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Not sure what's a more unpredictable business model today, a movie theater or an auto dealership franchise. — apzer
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