On the Menu

August 26, 2009

The Hit List

By Nadia Ismail

As one of the most eclectic and diverse culinary hot spots in California, Santa Barbara is replete with a plethora of restaurants for every fancy, but more on that later.

May 27, 2009

On the Menu Goes South of the Border

By Maane Khatchatourian

So the ongoing drug war in Mexico has found you a little less than excited to cross the border. Even so, who's to say that you have to lose out on the many flavorful dishes and cocktails that find their home south of the...

May 27, 2009

The Hungry Gaucho

By The Hungry Gaucho

Who am I? That's one secret I'll never tell, but I can tell you that I'm the Hungry Gaucho.

May 20, 2009

Woody’s Barbecue

By John Greely

Woody's BBQ 5112 Hollister Ave., Santa Barbara Phone: (805) 967-3775

May 20, 2009

Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch

By John Greely

Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - Fairview 163 N. Fairview Ave, Goleta Phone: (805) 692-9200

May 20, 2009

Santa Barbara Barbeque Gourmet Catering

By John Greely

Santa Barbara Barbeque Gourmet Catering 1917 De La Vina Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Phone: (805) 687-4900

May 20, 2009

The Hungry Gaucho

By The Hungry Gaucho

Who am I? That's one secret I'll never tell, but I can tell you that I'm the Hungry Gaucho.

May 13, 2009

Sauteed Peaches, Corn With Chipotle Butter Spread, Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas and More…

By Nadia Ismail

Summer is one of the most flavorful seasons of the year, boasting succulent fruits, refreshing beverages, grill-friendly entrees and interesting takes on old-fashioned favorites. It is a time of levity and lightness, of ...

May 13, 2009

The Hungry Gaucho

By The Hungry Gaucho

Who am I? That's one secret that I'll never tell, but I can tell you that I'm the Hungry Gaucho.

May 6, 2009

Putting a Price on Taste

By Benjamin Gottlieb

At a time when the economy is devoid of the promise of a speedy recovery and conservative spending habits have overruled the prior spendthrift of the American public, the comforts of an elaborate and expensive dining exp...

April 29, 2009

Sports Bars

By Brianna Tabler

With the NBA draft quickly approaching, On the Menu thought it would be appropriate to review some of the best sports bars in Santa Barbara. Stocked with high-def, plasma screen televisions and stuffed with fanatical spo...

April 22, 2009

On the Menu Satisfies Its Sweet Tooth

By Mackenzie Weinger

In the mood for something sweet? This week, On the Menu keeps it fresh as we roll through some of Santa Barbara's best bakeries.

April 1, 2009

Freeganism: Slightly Rotten, Completely Free

By Staff

Rising sharply above a rust-stained receptacle, the pungent scent of decomposing produce, rancid milk and putrid French loaves signifies dinnertime for a few trendsetters in town.

January 28, 2009

Deutsch Diner

By Mackenzie Weinger

Don't know anything about German cuisine other than beer and bratwurst? Never fear -- this week, On the Menu takes you on a tour of Germany from Berlin to the Alps without ever leaving Santa Barbara.

January 21, 2009

All You Can Eat

By Elliott Rosenfeld

When hunger strikes, there is no luxury greater than a fresh all-you-can-eat buffet at your fingertips. For the hungry masses, On the Menu comes to the rescue. These local restaurants all host delicious daily buffets at ...

November 26, 2008

The Cream of the Crop

By Staff

Having lived less than 10 minutes from the ocean for two decades, one might assume the sight of the rolling waves and endless expanse of sand doesn't spark the same excitement as it once did. Wrong.