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TOP OF THE WORLD: The rooftop bar at the new Hilton Garden Inn in Goleta offers sweeping mountains-to-islands views.
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State Street sold their liquor license recently. I called them to get the details and was told by a representative that they would continue to be open as usual and would switch to just beer and wine in the near future. Two days later, the restaurant closed, the windows were papered over, and its phone number was disconnected. No explanation was posted outside the business, and its website
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floor rooftop of the new Hilton Garden Inn at 6878 Hollister Avenue, Goleta. I live about two blocks away from there, so when I heard the news I quickly walked over to check it out. I can personally confirm that the sweeping mountains-to-islands views are stunning, especially at sunset. A great view is not something people usually associate with a bar in Goleta, unless you happen to be going for drinks at the Beachside Bar Café. The rooftop opens at 4 p.m. and includes a bar, tables, couches, and two fireplaces. A good selection of beer, wine, and cocktails is available. The evening menu currently includes a marinated olive mix ($8), breaded Portobello fries ($10), a cheese board ($16), a charcuterie board ($18), roasted beet and grilled heirloom tomato ($11), shrimp-avocado salsa ($14), and margherita flatbread ($12). A rooftop lunch menu is planned, starting in late November or early December. While wandering the premises of the new Hilton, I discovered that not all of the good stuff is restricted to the roof. Near the entrance downstairs is a full restaurant, not affiliated with Spyglass Bistro & Bar, that includes a $16 all-youcan-eat breakfast buffet. Breakfast features a cold station with coffee, juices, yogurt, cereal, oatmeal, and other offerings. The hot line will serve you omelets, scrambles, potatoes, bacon, sausage links, sausage patties, pancakes, waffles, French toast, and more. All the eggs are cooked to order and daily breakfast specials are available, such as eggs benedict, breakfast burritos, and more. This appears to be one of the best breakfast deals in town, and I plan to try it out soon. Breakfast hours are 6-10 a.m., Monday-Friday, and 7-11 a.m., Saturday-Sunday. The downstairs restaurant at the Hilton also includes offerings available all day, including soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches, and flatbread ranging from $6-$14. Entrées include BBQ ribs ($22), grilled vegetable pasta primavera ($27), pasta marinara ($16), smothered chicken ($21), grilled salmon ($23), and grilled sirloin ($25). TUPELO JUNCTION CLOSES: Tupelo Junction at 1218
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has not been updated to reflect current events. It has been closed ever since. OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE CLOSES: Outback Steakhouse
at 5690 Calle Real, Goleta, closed its doors permanently November 12. I was told that they hope to relocate somewhere else in town, but it won’t happen any time soon, if it happens at all. CORAZÓN AND CAPTAIN FATTY’S COMING TO THE FUNK ZONE: Reader Rambo says that a second location
for the Mexican restaurant Corazón, which is currently in the Santa Barbara Public Market, will be coming to 214 State Street, the former site of Rebar Coffee, Entrada Market, American Ale 02, Tri-Tip Co., Yankee Noodle, and Union Ale. Rambo says that Captain Fatty’s craft brewery is moving in as well and will occupy the back of the space. SANDBAR REOPENS: Readers tell me that Sandbar at
514 State Street reopened November 9 after experiencing a fire last summer. According to Aaron, the manager, the kitchen is entirely new and the dining and drinking areas are receiving a fresh paint job. S.B. RESTAURANT WEEK SEEKS EATERIES: This just in
from reader Krista: “Hello John, I’m excited to announce the very first Santa Barbara Restaurant Week will take place on February 23 through March 4, 2018. Jordano’s, Pacific Beverage, and Mission Linen, all known for their restaurant services, will be supporting this event. Participating restaurants will offer prix fixe menus for $25, $35, and $45. It’s the perfect excuse to get out, [and]discover and enjoy all the creative, fresh, and fine cuisine in Santa Barbara! Our main goal is to sign up restaurants to participate in this event, and we would love your help!” Visit sbrestaurantweeks.com. THE TULLY OPENS ON THE WESTSIDE: This just in from reader Adam: “Hey guys. The old Bo Henry’s on San Andres is now The Tully Bar. Great west side spot, cleaned up, and beautiful! Stop by and see owner Tanya Tully.” 7-ELEVEN UPDATE: The Downtown Organization of Santa Barbara says the company that owns the property at 700 State Street, formerly Panera Bread, Left At Albuquerque, and Ma Dolce Vita, confirmed it will turn part of the 5,700-square-foot building at 700 State Street into a 7-Eleven store and will look for other tenants to share the space. In Goleta, a 7-Eleven has opened at 5342 Hollister Avenue, the former home of Mama’s Bakery.
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