Pure pleasure and local treasure. Warm. Welcoming atmosphere and owner (Patric) Lots of charm…read more Great food and wine - especially the owner's own wine, developed as a tribute and appreciation for the local fire fighters. It's a second generation love note to his father and grandfather.

This specific experience is from a few months ago, and is a part of a growing frustration with what…read morehas become of this formerly wonderful sandwich shop. This isn't about public shaming, hopefully it's clear this is about flagging to management that their staff requires more hands on training around food handling, product quality, tidiness and presentation. We ordered four sandwiches around 1:00pm mid week, nobody else was there and there were no tickets ahead of us--just two teenaged boys who looked seriously confused and undertrained and even openly joked about how slow things had been that day--which was an odd comment for a restaurant that looked like it hadn't been bussed yet after a lunch rush. It took both of them about 40 minutes to make four sandwiches in an extremely haphazard manner that inexplicably required them leaving to the back room a lot and returning empty handed--they both weren't familiar with the ingredients of the specialty sandwiches and they joked shoulder to shoulder as they both fumbled through completing the order. I was pretty shocked at how unkept the entire food prep station appeared and the counters and tables hadn't been bussed and were attracting large horseflies from outside --why weren't these guys bussing tables if it was so slow? Why was there A LOT of yellow mustard smeared across the low boy fridge doors? Where was the supervision? Why was it taking so long to make sandwiches that were on the menu with zero modifications? Why was the music so loud? Why was the kid who was just counting cash out of the tip jar, now handling food without washing his hands or wearing gloves? It was a barrage to the senses and a bizarre vignette into an ever-declining understanding of quality service and hospitality standards coupled with an ever-rising high cost of goods. When we got to the park down the street and opened the bag none of the sandwiches had been wrapped properly, no tape, no restrictive folds, just loose sheets of hand crumpled parchment paper, barely restraining the food inside with 360 degree wet condiments covering the OUTSIDE of every sandwich parcel--if you can even call them that. It was a disaster inside that bag. You couldn't reach your hand into the bag without it coming out covered in misc condiments. That same day I called the restaurant to ask if I could speak to the owner and share our observations, the person who answered said that person wasn't available. And before I could ask for an email, the kid hung up on me--but I can't blame him for that, he probably couldn't hear me over the insanely loud music playing on his side of the line.

I live in Santa Barbara, planning an out-of-town trip, and was looking for gift for a host at…read morewhose home I would be spending a couple of nights. Viva Oliva was perfect. A small, local company, they offer a large variety of very reasonably priced gift choices. The sales associate was very friendly and helpful. (I chose a beautiful gift box of gourmet olive oil/vinegar pairings.)

I absolutely adore this shop!! The vibe is very charming, intimate, and warm. I have never seen so…read moremany different infused olive oils and balsamic vinegars before. I really appreciate that you can taste the products. I found so many I loved and tasting the notes helped me better envision what I could use each one for and how it fit into my cooking style. I also like how they offer each product in two sizes. The people here are so warm, friendly, and knowledgeable as well. They were so ready to help and give information about their store and their products.

I've had Board Dawgs at a few occasions and they are phenomenal! Everything looks and tastes…read moreamazing! The food variety is surprising. Like there are so many amazing treats and items in these boards! My eyes always get excited seeing everything so beautifully displayed and my hands don't know what to grab first. Love this place and the guy who dropped it off was the sweetest. Great company!

Ever since I experienced the edible art created by Kyle, the owner of Santa Barbara's newest…read morecharcuterie company Board Dawgs, I knew I'd be a regular addict! With all the local wine I imbibe, I always seek the perfect cheeses and goodies to pair. It was at the wine tasting collaboration with Old Town Coffee that I have been a regular customer of Board Dawgs. Since then, I have since ordered multiple charcuterie boards for everything from a large gathering event, to a small family wine tasting day in the Santa Ynez Valley. Not once has Kyle disappointed! Board Dawgs menu is straightforward and to the point with three options (menu can be found in photos here https://bit.ly/3guq0S6): - Mini Cheesy Board - Cheesy Board - Big Board Depending on the size of your group, their appetite, and their dietary preferences, Board Dawgs will create a customized board just for the occasion. I am personally a fan of the Big Board because it has the most delectable popcorn chicken with homemade ranch dressing, honey walnut dates stuffed with goat cheese, AND an addicting jar of Burrata topped with arugula pesto. All the cheeses, fruit, crackers, flowers and meats are perfectly selected and fresh. Whether it is the aroma, the thoughtful and artistic placement of goodies, the unique additions, or simply the looks on our faces, these boards are always a crowd pleaser! I cannot recommend Board Dawgs enough for any occasion! Simply reach out and place your order requests through their Instagram page @BoardDawgs. Kyle is a pleasure to work with and willing to go the extra mile to make your board fit your needs. Plus they provide an affordable delivery option and specialty boards on their IG page for various holidays or meals. Win win!

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!

I was able to find grocery items that I could not locate in most other stores. What I basically…read morewent there for was smoked white fish, which they had at a reasonable price. The service was just OK.

We visited Barbieri & Kempe on 05/23/2026 at about 4:30pm. This location is on the beautiful…read moreArcade Plaza, close to the Art Museum and the Superior Court, and right off of State Street in a quaint courtyard type of arcade/plaza. We had a great time here, where we sat enjoying a tasting for over an hour. There is an outdoor and indoor area, and both were enjoyable. The person at the tasting room today was very friendly, and explained everything in detail. We ordered one mixed tasting and one rose tasting. Both were delicious. The place is very nice, and they even had the Dodgers game on tv. They have an attached small cheese shop, where you can also pick up some snacks to go with your wine. I would most definitely return again in the future.

I love this little wine bar! Barbieri and Kempe wines has such a relaxing and lowkey vibe that I…read morelove so much I came back twice during my trip in Santa Barbara. It was also friendly to families with their outside seating. Their cabernet sauvignon and malvasia bianca were my favorites. Easy to drink and delicious. Also Lulu is the best tasting manager :)

Super casual but well-prepared and delicious options. We saw in on "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives"…read morethe night before we left for our trip so made a point to stop. Loved it and brought our visiting relatives from Texas a few months later. They also enjoyed it!

This is a meat market but the tri tip sandwich was so tough. You only wish they used choice meat…read more It's dog food they are serving. Burger underwhelming. Do not trust them with meat.

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.

I was in Santa Barbara for the day and when lunch time rolled I wanted to try a local spot. I did…read moresome research online for a classic sandwich spot in SB and Tinos kept coming up. My gf and I decided to try it out and we were pleasantly surprised by how good the sandwich was. We got the Super deluxe sandwich to go and it was ready within 5-10 minutes. Staff were kind and the inside of the store sells authentic Italian groceries from pastas to Olive Oils to deli meats. They have some small tables inside for seating but we decided to take it to go. We were really happy with how yummy it was, it tasted fresh and we really enjoyed it. I like the deli meat and the bread was fresh. Im happy to have tried out the spot and I would definitely swing by again if the opportunities presents itself.

This place has been on my radar for quite some time. Of course I remember seeing it on DD&D years…read moreago and I don't know why it took me so long to finally try it but we did and we'll be back! Small shop with a few high top tables and a soda fountain. The food came out fast right before the lunch rush. I ordered the pastrami & cheese, no onions add mustard. Pastrami was lean, sliced thin, and loaded up in my sandwich. More pickles please and thank you

If you're craving those classic East Coast deli sandwiches and stumble upon a hidden gem in Santa…read moreBarbara, check out Toasted Pastrami! Their sandwiches are incredible--definitely worth a visit!

Racist Staff - Shopping while Asian…read more This male staff member didn't want to help me bag my items even though he saw me drop items on the floor. He saw me, continued to walk away and put away boxes then when the white customers came, he immediately went to attend to them. Also there was a female staff with curly long brunet hair who made me feel like she thought I was going to seal while I kept walking between isles because it's my first time here. Monitoring robot with camera was following me around too. After spending nearly $200 here I felt this place was: Prejudice Very deprecating Very unprofessional We cannot change your character, but I can make you see how cruel your hate is

I think I just found the best breakfast burrito thus far. I usually most always make my own meals…read moreat home but in the situation where you're pressed for time and there's no time for meal prep, i go to what's quick and my yet healthier choice. That was Bristol farms brisket breakfast burrito. OMG. Very Large and full of meat, eggs, potatoes and flavor. Great register personnel with great service. The place is always clean and inviting.

Absolutely! Stop! We don't usually do tacos in the back of a liquor store but this place is a gem!…read moreQuick service. Easy stop especially if you're walking or riding. And all the convenience of a liquor store. Plus saw SB PD go in first which sealed the deal. They know all the good places to eat!! PS: Looks like the avocado hot sauce is the most popular but the hot roasted tomatillo was delicious.

Great they have good food in the deli and a variety to try I think they could improve by showing…read morethe hours that are slightly different everyday online when the deli is open to order I would go more often if the hours were more precise