Super cute little hole in the wall spot! Growing up in a European/Asian household, there were so…read moremany familiar sights and smells. The candy section reminded me totally of my grandmother's purse, smuggling in little fruit flavoured bonbons. There is a nice young man who works inside that was so friendly, knowledgable, and kind. Will be back sometime soon!

They have lots of classic Russian grocery staples. I was bummer I didn't notice that the grain they…read moresold me was expired 6 months ago and had a small hole in the bag. I'll still return for the frozen pelmeni (dumplings) since this is the only place that has them in Santa Barbara county as far as I know.

The NYC: If you don't like a dry sandwich and prefer to have a bit of veg with your meals, this…read morewould be my recommendation. The coleslaw doesn't make the sandwich too soggy as the bread is thick enough to soak up any extra sauciness. Pastrami Dip: The au jus is rich and flavorful, infused with the essence of pastrami. I would say this is good to share as well if you run into parts of your sandwich that are bit harder. Corned Beef: A little bit tough for my personal taste but also a good pick if you prefer to have a meal that isn't as rich. Pastrami & Cheese: If plain pastrami on rye isn't enough for you, the cheese does make a huge difference. The pastrami is tender and juicy and the cheese just amplifies the overall flavor, adding to the overall mouthfeel. This one is the winner in my book! Service is fast and efficient. No frills. However, it's a good idea to know what you want beforehand because I completely missed that there was the option to buy a half instead of a full sandwich and if you don't specify you get a full sandwich. We had a lot of leftovers. The interior is cozy - I wouldn't bring a party of ten expecting to all be able to sit together. It's got more of an old-school vibe with it's layout and decor. There's a photo of Guy Fieri as Norton's was featured on Triple D. It's hard enough to get a good pastrami sandwich so Norton's is not one to miss!

Great Sandwiches with a diverse menu. Charming inside and moderately priced. Worth checking out if…read moreyou like sandwiches

Nice, cute small grocery store. I like indie ones and try to shop local when I can…read more I discovered this market on State St. because it was very close to the hotel we stayed. I didn't linger a lot inside, but they have an OK variety of food and a deli if you need lunch or to go food. Prices - a bit high. Grabbed a few items for the room since our hotel was bare bones. I wish they'd stay open passed 8 pm. Just a suggestion since there are many hotels around, they might get customers later, tourists like myself in need of getting a few things on the way back. That would be very convenient.

So happy that the Isla Vista Food Co- op opened in the old Cantwell's market…read more Fabulous sales here for organic groceries. Fantastic chocolate bar selection. Super selection of spices. Flavorful soups made fresh daily. Basics available here also. Wine, coffee, produce, dairy, and lunch all in an easy location. I do wish their cafe have cookies and pastry's.

I've been going here since in college. The location has changed but everything else is exactly the…read moresame. The same 1 sandwich , order it deluxe and it's perfect!! Back in the day it was a mom and pop running the store and now it's local friendly helpful teens/college students. The store is very clean and well stocked. The sandwiches are top notch, fresh bread, quality meats and cheese and you can't beat that. Tons of Italian groceries to purchase and very authentic. Very helpful if you have questions about all the Italian groceries.

Guess it's my fault for not getting a deluxe but my sandwich was so sad and only tasted like…read moremustard :/ they cut the round deli meat in half, so you only get half a slice of ham not the full slice folded or even stacked. "Half and half cheese" means one type of cheese in one half of the loaf and then the other half will be on the other half of the loaf, not stacked as I assumed. Not that I would be able to taste the difference from the yellow cheese half of the sandwich vs the white cheese half since it mostly tasted of mustard and mayo. Friendly staff and would go back solely for that reason.

If you've not found this spot you are missing out!…read more Yes lunch & dinner are delicious- but breakfast here is like the best kept secret in Santa Barbara. Big fan of the toast, jam, and TRUE Italian combos. Everting from delightful eggs to sautéed peppers. Lunch entrees come with a simple salad- a perfect day date. Dogs welcome outside, more kid friendly than it may seem- and don't forget to take desert with you or at the table!

Italian was on the menu tonight and Yelp brought us here…read more Via Maestro 42 has a small interior mostly made up of two top tables, and then an outside covered area within the parking lot. On this fine March evening, we opted to sit outdoors. I was concerned with how much lighting there would be once the sun set but they didn't really have any four tops available inside for us. (In the end, the interior lights from the neighboring business helped illuminate our table that was directly in front of the restaurant, and not necessarily under the outside covered area.) After we put in our order and received the complimentary bread (with the provided olive oil), we were questioning whether we had ordered too much food. We attempted to ask the waiter if it was too much and he didn't really answer our question. And since there was only one table next to us and he was dining solo, it was hard to gauge the portion sizes. We ordered: * Antipasto Sampler Platter $19.95 - A generous selection from their deli case, perfect for sharing. The butter bean with tuna salad was a first for me and has me thinking of how to incorporate more butter beans in my diet. Other items included grilled zucchini, grilled eggplant, mixed olives, farro salad, green beans, salami, tomato and mozzarella. * Bucatini all'Amatriciana $22.95 - We opted for this as it was a described as a traditional dish from he Lazio region. It was enjoyed by all. * Linguine con Vongole $26.95 - Next to arrive was the linguine, which was the absolute favorite for us all. It was light, filled with clams, and just had a great taste overall. * Farfalle al Pesto $19.95 - The Little Gal wanted pesto, but this version was so heavy. It was exhausting to eat and probably our least favorite. * Polenta Del Montanaro $21.95 - The mushrooms and polenta sounded amazing, but again this was very heavy for us. There were also a few hard bits of polenta mixed in. It was just overwhelming in not the best way. Overall, the portions are HUGE and just perfect for sharing. We would have dreaded being stuck with one dish on our own as it's just too much. We were also concerned about the $3.95 split charge fee that may apply, hence why we went with four entrees. You can easily get your fill with a few items here without breaking the bank. I can definitely see why they have such great ratings. The restroom is located in the back, so you do need to walk outside to access the restroom. I guess this avoids having you walk through the kitchen to get there. Service was fine. We did have one primary waiter but the other staff stepped in when necessary. It was pretty busy for a weekday evening, at least for all the outside tables. Since it's a bit away from the touristy area, you do get a sense there are more locals enjoying this spot.

The people that run the place are very friendly and they've got just about everything thing you…read moreneed. They do Lotto here and scratchers. They gladly accept ebt, credit cards and debit cards. Great place for a quick visit. I use them often.

CROOKS. Do yourself a favor and don't support bad business practice…read more Asked if they did cash back. They did so I took 2 drinks to the counter to get my $60. After paying $66 the clerk asked me if I wanted to pay cash or card for the drinks. Kudos to him, I was so taken off guard by the 3.5% card fee that I didn't do the math to realize that it's only $2.10 I should have been charged for the $60 out. I always assumed cash back meant you get cash back with your purchase. I assumed the $66 included the drinks. After arguing with the clerk I left without the drinks. Should have stood my ground, he seemed like he knew he was doing wrong.

Such an easy time getting any midday snack or sandwich during a busy lunch rush. The staff are…read morealways incredibly sweet and making sure i'm squared away as soon as possible to catch my next meeting. My new favorite sandwich at the moment is their barbecue chicken sammie with bacon, avocado, chicken lettuce, and onions. I probably ordered it three times in the past two weeks and I still cannot get enough.

This place has the best $ to food value in SB. Everything is large and delicious, I cannot even…read morefinish a salad here, let alone a club sandwich which 2 meals for me. There is a good reason they have won BEST OF SB year after year.

Great sandwich and service we loved it very much, will be back for more and we love the way it was…read moreprepared. Keep up the good work

This was recommended to us by a volunteer at the Santa Barbara Botanic Gardens…read more I liked it, but it wasn't my best meal. I got a salad which I really liked and my husband got his std chicken salad sandwich which he thought was quite good. My daughter loved the pickles. Completely. I was pleasantly surprised to see some Grateful Dead paraphernalia around the restaurant. There was also a great vibe. Def nice.

I stumbled across Montesano Deli & Market while at work a couple of weeks ago, scrolling for a new…read moreplace to grab breakfast. Even though there weren't many Yelp reviews, something about it caught my eye, so the next morning I decided to stop in on my way to work for my absolute favorite--bagel and lox. This little gem is tucked right in the heart of Montecito, in a charming shopping center with cute patio tables out front. Inside, it's a small, cozy space with a counter where you place your order. I ordered my bagel and lox and was told it would just be a few minutes. While I waited, I wandered into the tiny market next door--and oh my gosh, it was adorable. Shelves filled with amazing imported olive oils, jams, cheeses... all the things you want to take home even when you don't need them. By the time I stepped back outside, the gentleman who took my order brought my food out to me, ready to go. And let me tell you... this bagel was everything. It came open-faced with cream cheese, fresh tomato slices, onions, capers, and a pickle spear. But the real star? The lox. So fresh, so flavorful, and actually generous in portion size. So many places skimp, but not here--this was worth every bite and then some. It was filling and absolutely delicious. Service was fast, friendly, and genuinely hospitable. The gentleman working the counter was knowledgeable, helpful, and clearly takes pride in what they serve. Pricing was right on par with other local spots, but the quality and portions definitely put this place a step above. I'll absolutely be back. There are several things on the menu I can't wait to try--especially the matzoh ball soup, which looked phenomenal.

My husband and I were so excited to stop here and grab a quick bite on our way to Santa Barbara…read more While waiting in line to order, we asked the a lady who was working there where the bathroom was? She was so rude to us. She told us she didn't have one available and to go to a gas station. Once we told her we were in line to order, she told us there was one for use in a snarky way. We chose to leave. Mind you, we are two white people. Needless to say we went to the delicious Italian restaurant across the street. I want to be able to give her a pass since she was quite rotund and maybe her blood sugar was low if perhaps she skipped a meal. We use to love stopping in Montecito and visit these cute cafes and shops. I'm so grateful we're from a beach town of kind and welcoming people who would never treat others like this.(Blonde large woman with a blue white tent dress in case this wasn't the owner).

I have been coming here for over a decade. One of the best sandwiches in town...hands down! Always…read morea friendly and quick service, perfect place to go for lunch.

Ordered my usual,#15 turkey,cheese ,avocado on wheat roll.The don't skimp on anything,generous…read moreportions and 6" was filling(I always eat half and save rest)Good quality lunch meat,ingredients and super fresh.Best place to grab a sandwich in SB,can definitely eat there...quite a few tables. Owners are so friendly too.FYI closed on Tuesdays