On the Menu

October 8, 2008

The Daily Grind

By Nadia Ismail

From Vienna to Paris and from New York to Seattle, coffee houses hold a significant cultural and social influence over our day-to-day lives. Whether it's a steaming latte on a cold day or a triple-shot frappuccino during...

October 1, 2008

The Wheels of the Bus

By Opinion Editor

Well, summer is officially over. The kids have roared back into Isla Vista and taken over the dorms. Flocks of students are patronizing the various restaurants on Pardall Road and Embarcadero del Mar, cars are lining the...

May 28, 2008

Pretty Pretty Please?

By Elliott Rosenfeld

Every college student subsisting on the DLG and junk food knows that a visit from family members is the best time to go out for some fine dining, free of charge. For those individuals fortunate enough to have parents in ...

May 21, 2008

Let’s Beef It Up

By Alex Pavlovic

If you're the type of person who discovered the wheel and built the Eiffel Tower out of metal and brawn, then there's really only one thing you should be focused on this Memorial Day Weekend: meat.

May 14, 2008

A Touch of Class

By Valerie Tidwell

In the mood for something a little more high-class than last weekend's double kegger - perhaps something a bit more impressive for dinner with a special someone? This week, On the Menu brings the tools you need to host y...

May 7, 2008

Summer Lovin’

By Allison Bailey

Tired of spring showers and windy weather? Are those long days of tanning making you crave summery sustenance? Cruise to these nearby restaurants for some fun in the sun, and hang-10 on the patio while they serve up cool...

April 30, 2008

Arrriba!

By Opinion Editor

With Cinco de Mayo just around the corner, locals and students alike are preparing to celebrate a favorite Mexican holiday. In anticipation for the fiesta of the year, On the Menu scoured the streets of Santa Barbara to ...

April 23, 2008

Good Burger

By Mackenzie Weinger

Ready to enter hamburger heaven? Put away those George Foreman grills and let On the Menu take you on a transcendent journey outside the fast food bubble of mass-produced, frozen patties as we shed some light on Santa Ba...

April 16, 2008

Grillin’ and Chillin’

By Erin Currie Staff Writer

If you're looking to experience the sensation of Mediterranean cuisine, then let On the Menu be the perfect gateway to take you on a grand tour through the beautiful, sun-splashed region with these local eateries and the...

April 9, 2008

Miss Saigon

By Evan Wagstaff

Want a break from same old Isla Visa flavor? Dive into a bowl of pho at one of these lesser-known local Vietnamese eateries.

April 2, 2008

On the Menu Makes a French Connection

By Ben Bradley

Whether you're looking for a table for two, a place to bring your parents or a classic lunch spot, let On the Menu transport you to the city of lights with every delicious bite from these local French restaurants.

March 10, 2008

Pot ‘O Gold

By Patty Bobek and Chris Hoffman

Ah, St. Patrick's Day - my favorite drinking day of the year. Albeit, I'm a little biased considering it's also my birthday. But that's neither here nor there - the most important thing to be doing this Monday is not stu...

March 5, 2008

Why Can’t We Be Friends?

By Staff

Your friends are visiting, but you are at a complete loss where to take them out to eat. They've tasted the ecstasy of drunken nachos, they've indulged in Cinna- and Wildebread alike, so what now? Let On the Menu show yo...

February 27, 2008

Oh, for Goodness Steak!

By Mackenzie Weinger

Tired of those leafy green salads and seasonal veggies? Take a steak break from the fruit fad to really fill up, and let the carnivores rejoice! This week, On the Menu has staked out the best steakhouses to satisfy Santa...

February 20, 2008

The Italian Job

By Valerie Tidwell

It is difficult to decide what Italy is most famous for, but, without a doubt, the food is a top contender. Alfredos, pestos, marinaras and more delight the taste buds in Italian restaurants up and down State Street, and...

February 13, 2008

My Heart Will Go On

By Patricia Bobek

Looking for the perfect table for two? Then let On the Menu treat you to these delicious Valentine's Day hotspots that are picture perfect for any relationship. From a first date, puppy love, "it's complicated" or a comm...