Restaurants
Cajun Kitchen Cafe
1924 De La Vina StBest breakfast place.
The Natural Cafe
6990 Market Pl DrHealthy food in the mall.
Zaytoon
209 E Canon Perdido StMiddle Eastern dinner spot with enchanted garden setting.
Live music, tri-tip sandwiches at a historic stagecoach stop in the mountains.
101 locals recommend
Cold Spring Tavern
5995 Stagecoach RdLive music, tri-tip sandwiches at a historic stagecoach stop in the mountains.
Del Pueblo Cafe
5134 Hollister AveClosest restaurant, good authentic Mexican food.
South Coast Deli
1436 Chapala StLocal favorite for salads and sandwiches.
Hiking
Inspiration Point
1 hour hike to a scenic overlook above Santa Barbara.
Montecito Peak
2 hour hike to stunning views up and down the coast.
Sightseeing
Santa Barbara Harbor
132-A Harbor WayOld Mission Santa Barbara
2201 Laguna StHistory and a beautiful rose garden across the street.
Walking
More Mesa Beach
A 20 minute walk from my home.
Goleta Beach
5986 Sandspit RdA 1 hour walk or 15 minute bike ride from my home along a creek.
good spot in the foothills to watch the sunset, various hiking trails
6 locals recommend
San Marcos Foothills Nature Preserve
1155 Via Gaiterogood spot in the foothills to watch the sunset, various hiking trails
Essentials
Ralphs
100 W Carrillo Stclosest grocery store
CVS
2973 State Stclosest drug store
Trader Joe's
3025 De La Vina StMy favorite grocery store.