Tag: Platform

October 1, 2025

Erewhon Is Not Opening in Santa Barbara Anytime Soon

A social media fumble had people excited about the popular grocer coming here. Assuming it does still intend to grace our city someday, let's break down the rumored locations. 31

January 19, 2025

The 31 Restaurants Expected to Open in Coming Months

On the menu this year: A pair of bagel shops; Aperitivo's spinoff; two establishments from chef Thomas Keller; beachside dining in Goleta; creative sandwiches; an outpost of Nobu; exciting additions to the Upper Village; major additions to Carpinteria and Ojai; and much more. 24

July 10, 2024

The 44 Restaurants Expected to Open in Coming Months

On the menu this year: a wave of change in Montecito, an internationally renowned chef, spinoffs by several local favorites, Acme Hospitality's latest Funk Zone project, an old-school deli, beachfront dining, a brasserie, a glamorous addition to Ojai, a pair of donut shops, and much more. 13

January 7, 2024

The 48 Restaurants Expected to Open in Coming Months

On the menu this year: two old-school delis, an internationally renowned chef, beachfront dining, two restaurants in the Upper Village, Japanese omakase, an oyster bar, harborside coffee, a glamorous addition to Ojai, and much more. 17

April 30, 2023

The 10 Major New Developments Set to Reshape Santa Barbara

A wave of change—including apartments, shopping centers, hotels, and more—is headed our way. 44

April 20, 2023

Trippy Playground Proposed for Dwight Murphy Field

Other recent news: County property tax revenue is up, but cannabis continues to underperform; Platform development inches forward; five more cruise ships this season; the Spirit of Fiesta is a guy for the first time; more info on the Los Carneros roundabout apartment complex; an effort to preserve old airplane hangars. 3

April 9, 2023

An Outpost of L.A.’s Platform Is Coming to the Funk Zone

The plans call for "a collection of independent merchants, eateries, and creative businesses" in a complex of mainly one-story buildings. 16