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Fans swear this unknown SoCal burger beats the Habit and In-N-Out

Chubbies Hamburgers has quietly delivered cheap, fast, delicious California hamburgers for generations, earning local devotion despite little critical attention.

Food & drink

An Acclaimed Seafood Chef Opens a Stunning All-Day Basque Restaurant in Santa Barbara

Dom Crisp opened Dom's Taverna in Santa Barbara, offering Basque-influenced dishes focused on California seafood and wood-fire cooking.

Real estate

Wealthy coastal Calif. neighborhood urges city to ban short-term rentals

The Mesa neighborhood in Santa Barbara is facing growing tensions between short-term rental hosts and local residents.

In Calif. celebrity enclave, one of the best summer experiences is free

The Miramar swimming raft continues, as it has for more than 100 years, to bring joy to the general public - and not just to the ultra-wealthy and movie stars that make their home in Montecito.

California

Social justice

California man who adopted cats to torture and kill them sentenced for animal cruelty

A man was sentenced to over six years in prison for torturing and killing cats.

Central Coast city is finally fixing its most dangerous street

The Santa Barbara Transportation and Circulation Committee is nearing the start of construction on a 3.1-mile transformation of Cliff Drive, addressing pedestrian and cyclist safety.

Environment

Renovation

Rare Brutalist Landmark Hits the Market in Santa Barbara for $4.4 Million: 'A Home for a Collector, a Connoisseur'

A brutalist mansion in Santa Barbara offers a unique living experience, blending art and architecture in a historically significant design.

fromBikerumor

Stinner Frameworks Adds New Gibraltar Podium and Select Stock Steel & Ti Road Bikes

The Gibraltar Podium and Select models from Stinner Frameworks are handmade bicycles designed for speed and precision, reflecting high-quality craftsmanship and local production.

Bicycling

Food & drink

One of Santa Barbara's Most Celebrated Restaurants Opens a Dazzling Ventura Location

Corazón Cocina expanded to Carpinteria and Ventura, offering traditional Mexican fare with a full bar at the Ventura location.

Los Angeles

fromBusiness Insider

See inside the historic Santa Barbara hotel that LVMH just sold to the cofounder of Tinder for $82.2 million

El Encanto Hotel was acquired for $82.2 million by Justin and Tyler Mateen and Culver Capital from LVMH.

A Fresh Santa Barbara Guide to New and Old-School Restaurants

Santa Barbara combines mountains, a beautiful coastline, mild weather, history, and diverse dining options, making it a leading culinary destination in California.

LA food

Controversial tech founder buys $82.2M hotel in Santa Barbara

"We look at it as we're buying 20% of the class A luxury hospitality market in Santa Barbara, which we believe is a growing market," Tyler Mateen told Bloomberg.

Renovation

California

An earthquake devastated Santa Barbara 100 years ago. What it can teach us ahead of the next 'Big One'

The Santa Barbara earthquake highlights the dangers of unretrofitted brick buildings and the need for ongoing vigilance in earthquake preparedness.

This Gorgeous New Waterfront Restaurant in Santa Barbara Comes From Celebrated Chef Danny Grant

Marisella embodies what one expects from a California restaurant perched on a stunning seaside cliff, featuring coastal cooking and a beautiful dining environment.

Silicon Valley food

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Silicon Valley real estate

Santa Barbara Pays Long-Term Rewards to Investors Who Snap Up a Summer Home

Silicon Valley real estate

Hand Surgeon's $60 Million Seaside Santa Barbara Playground Skims to the Top of the Week's Most Expensive Homes List

Silicon Valley real estate

Santa Barbara Pays Long-Term Rewards to Investors Who Snap Up a Summer Home

Silicon Valley real estate

Hand Surgeon's $60 Million Seaside Santa Barbara Playground Skims to the Top of the Week's Most Expensive Homes List

'The American Riviera' Is One of My Favorite Destinations in California-With a Luxury Hotel That Just Got a Multimillion-dollar Makeover

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, celebrates 25 years with a significant renovation, enhancing the connection to its heritage and natural surroundings.

SF politics

Legal setback forces firm to delay offshore oil restart near Santa Barbara

A judge temporarily halted the restart of an offshore oil operation in Santa Barbara County due to environmental challenges.

Sable Offshore Corp. faces delays in its pipeline operations following the court's ruling.

fromApartment Therapy

This Family of 4 Shares a Small Scandi-Inspired Santa Barbara Rental Bungalow

"We are the first tenants to rent this new-build, so we really got to put our stamp on it."

LA real estate

Offshore oil operation near Santa Barbara resumes production after 10 years

"It's alarming that no agency comprehensively looked at the environmental risks of restarting this aging, corroded pipeline, and that Sable steamrolled over orders to halt construction."

SF politics

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SF parents

22-year-old disappears in Big Bear after night out with friends

Authorities are searching for Tanner Prentiss, a missing 22-year-old from Santa Barbara last seen in Big Bear Lake.

Snowboarding

UC Santa Barbara student missing in Big Bear during weekend visit

Tanner Prentiss, a missing 22-year-old from Santa Barbara, was last seen in Big Bear Lake, prompting police to seek public assistance.

SF parents

22-year-old disappears in Big Bear after night out with friends

Snowboarding

UC Santa Barbara student missing in Big Bear during weekend visit

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Suspect starts brush fire in California state park while fleeing sheriff's deputies

A man with a sword fleeing Santa Barbara County Sheriff's deputies started a brush fire during his attempt to get away, authorities said.

California

Silicon Valley food

Batter Up! Milk Belly Bakery Improves on Sliced Bread

Milk Belly Bakery combines traditional baking with innovative flavors, reflecting cultural influences in its popular offerings.

SF parents

Google billionaire steps in to save independent Calif. grocery store

Tri-County Produce, a cherished grocery store in Santa Barbara, will remain open after Eric and Wendy Schmidt intervene to rescue it from closure.

Wine

5 months ago

The Most Anticipated Santa Barbara Restaurant Openings for 2025

Santa Barbara is a top coastal destination featuring new restaurants and a vibrant food scene.

Upcoming openings in Santa Barbara promise diverse culinary experiences for locals and visitors.

Portland food