What’s on tap? Actually there are about 15 beers that HBC pours and they are probably all good (haven’t had them all). Then there are the fries, served in duck fat they are unique and tasty. After that it’s all downhill. If you want a burger go to Chili’s next door. It’s across from the …
Although 999 Andante Rd. cannot be considered a ‘bar’, ‘blue highway’ or ‘backroad’, it certainly holds a few memories as it was the house next door to the parents of my friend Hugh. A good memory was a 4th of July, before the house was built. Hugh had traveled through Scotland and England and a …
Let me just say it up front “Not my style.” While it does serve food late night, and if they haven’t run out by the time you need a feed, the steaks are good. They are, after all, Harris Ranch Beef. Roy is a dimly lit quiet little spot off State on Carrillo St., but …
The Sportsman or often referred to as “Sporty’s” is one of the few establishments that have lasted a long time in SB. Established in 1984, although it seems longer. It’s a friendly dive with a good jukebox, and although I was never 86’d, I know someone who can make that claim to fame. The only …
The Boathouse at Hendry’s Beach may be a pleasant stop for a dinner by the sea, but as far as a bar of choice it ranks pretty low on my list. It’s way too small, but like the green curb, it’s role is to be a temporary spot for a customer, you’re not supposed to …
The German kings and emperors dominated the Netherlands in the 10th and 11th century, so I guess that it shouldn’t be a surprise to learn that the Dutch Gardens Restaurant is more German than Dutch. After all it was King Henry of Germany that liberated the area from Viking rule around 920AD. There are Dutch …
The Palace Grill is the higher end of the choices for New Orleans/Cajun style cuisine in Santa Barbara. My preference by far is the Cajun Kitchen(s), although the De La Vina location is preferred over the others. The differences between the Palace Cafe and the Cajun Kitchen actually balance the scales quite well. The Cajun …
Originally opened in 1928, Joe’s Cafe has been a mainstay of the Santa Barbara downtown. Closed for a while following a remodel and a move a few blocks up State Street, for the most part Joe’s hasn’t changed much over the years, with maybe it’s reputation growing stronger through the 80’s and 90’s. That reputation …
Open for about a year before finally venturing in… We tried one Monday morning, but too early and settled for the James Joyce. On this particular Sunday however, we were in luck as the morning had started with Bloody Mary’s at the Boathouse, moved to Margarita’s at El Torito and a stagger into Whiskey Richards …
Not to be confused with the Paradise Cafe located downtown on Anacapa, the Paradise Store can be found just off Hwy 154 on Paradise Road. A go between Cold Spring Tavern just up Stagecoach Road, or a stop off when going or coming from the campgrounds, or swimming at Red or White Rock, or just …