First Bites

August 24, 2017

Any Way You Slice It: A Guide to Eating Pizza at UCSB

By Marisa Ratchford

Everything you need to know regarding the slices and dices of your local pizza joints.

May 11, 2017

UC vs. DC: Battle of the Bagels

By Natasha Tandler

An On The Menu Writer takes her taste buds cross-country to compare the foods of Isla Vista to those of Washington DC

May 11, 2017

Jamba’s Juicy Secret: The Hidden Menu You Have to Try

By Khuyen Nguyen

You may not be a professional Jamba Juicer but with these inside scoops you'll be preparing smoothies like a pro

April 13, 2017

Tangonadas: A Lotta Delicious Empanadas

By Collin McLeod

State Street just got a whole lot funkier with its latest restaurant: Tangonadas.

April 6, 2017

A Review of the Finest Cuisine: Taco Bell

By On The Menu Editor

Nibbly Natahniel graces the Nexus with his riveting review on a hot and hip cantina

March 2, 2017

Here’s the Inside Scoop on The Loop

By Khuyen Nguyen

The infamous Loop doesn't seem to meet the expectations of this On The Menu writer.

February 16, 2017

A Very Inebriated Brewhouse Brunch

By Collin McLeod

"There wasn’t a second when our glasses were even half-empty or she wasn’t checking to make sure everything was just right."

January 25, 2017

Mony’s Doesn’t Funk Around

By Collin McLeod

Prepare to meet SB's best Mexican restaurant, hands down!

January 19, 2017

The Highs and Lows of HiWi Samples

By Marisa Ratchford

"The menu had sat on my coffee table since last Thursday; I couldn’t shake the anticipation of trying this new and exciting restaurant"

November 3, 2016

Battle of the Pizzas: Pieology vs. Blaze

By Tiffany Velazquez

It's the Battle Royale only one build-your-own pizza place can win and it is up to you to decide

October 13, 2016

PokeMee: Not Your Average PokeStop

By Matt Garnica

"With excellent customer service and an affordable price, be sure to stop by PokeMee for a delicious raw-fish meal."

October 6, 2016

It’s Always Lit at Dickey’s Barbeque Pit

By Tiffany Velazquez

"...it had just the right combination of spices so as to compliment the natural flavor and juices of the pork"

October 5, 2016

Perfect Beach Grub at Padaro’s

By Kelsey Ferrara

"You’ll find Padaro after a beautiful drive down the 101 freeway, following an off-ramp that is cheerfully named Santa Claus Lane. While it’s not as close as Freebirds or The Habit, this little burger shop has so muc...

September 22, 2016

Take a Trip to Six Flags and Dine at the Tea Gardens

By Kelsey Ferrara

"Small tables and chairs are scattered next to a beautiful garden decorated with wind chimes and bird feeders. "

August 25, 2016

Eyes Wide Open: A Guide to Isla Vista Coffee

By Marisa Ratchford

"...as most of you know, not all coffee is the same, and certainly not all coffee shops are equal"

June 1, 2016

Little Delights at Le Macaron

By Krystal Leong

"Amid the steadily bustling restaurants and cafes in downtown Santa Barbara, a sweet new place has opened up"