Dining Guide

Summer diaries: bites from the Big Apple

As a Type A itinerary girl, I love finding all the best cafes, restaurants and late night bites ahead of traveling. So, if you find yourself wanting to take a bite of the Big Apple, I have the ultimat...
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Loco for Zocalo: Isla Vista’s most underrated dining destination

It almost goes without saying in Isla Vista that Freebirds is perceived to be the uncontested king of Mexican food, I would like to bring to the forefront another Mexican eatery in I.V. that definitel...
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The best (and worst) I.V. restaurants for first dates

As a senior who has gone on more than a few (good and bad) dates within the confines of downtown Isla Vista, read on for my list of the best (and worst) first date locations. 
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Ex-Subway employee reveals the tastiest sandwich combos

As a former sandwich artist, I've had the privilege of crafting countless sandwiches, and I'm here to spill the beans (or should I say the toppings) on the ultimate sandwich combinations.
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A third-year’s guide to the best IV restaurants

As a proud resident of Isla Vista for the last two years, I’m happy to say that I have consumed meals from a substantial number of restaurants in the area. What’s a student to do when confined to ...
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The munchie roundup: I.V. edition

Whether you find the will to carry on with regularly scheduled activities or choose to spend the day lounging at home with friends, you’ll want to be prepared with the proper snack assortment.
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Three Restaurants Serving Thanksgiving Dinner This Holiday Season

If you live in Orange County or San Diego, here are a few nearby restaurants that are hosting Thanksgiving 2020.
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Dining Commons Hacked: The Perfect Veggie Sandwich

Stacking up the veggies at the dining commons.
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A Freshman’s Guide to Eating Well

It's time to find out which dining commons is the best for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Hidden Food Chains in Isla Vista

"The bubble of UCSB’s wonderfully lit Isla Vista is much more than just a wild college scene. Better yet, Isla Vista is a wonderland full of delicious meals and restaurant chains that have fed stude...
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Cheers to the New Year!

With the start of 2012 comes all of our new year’s resolutions … work out more, quit smoking, spend more time with family and friends, find a job. This list also includes a few food-related goals:...
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