Editors' Le er
Welcome to the second edition of The Scout Guide Santa Barbara!
We’re excited to continue celebrating the local businesses that make this community so special. Behind each one are passionate entrepreneurs, artisans, and tastemakers who bring so much heart to what they do.
Santa Barbara is truly one of a kind—shaped by natural beauty, rich history, creativity, and a strong sense of community. From the coastline to the valley, it’s a privilege to share the stories of these incredible businesses.
In a world that moves quickly, we appreciate the chance to slow down. There’s something special about flipping through real pages, discovering new places, and feeling connected to the people behind them.
Whether you’re visiting, new to town, or a longtime local, we hope this guide inspires discovery and connection. Keep it close, display it, share it with friends, and most importantly, use it.
Here to play or here to stay, this guide will have you living like a local.
KELSEY NORCOTT Editor Owner
SARAH M C CORMICK Editor • Owner
Santa Ynez Mountai
FOSTER & THE BUYERS BEHIND EACH LOCATION
WENDY
Kristen Thomas Founder
Studio Thomas is a high-end interior design studio in Montecito, CA. Serving clients worldwide and specializing in luxury interior design, we are committed to simplicity and sophistication with a focus on creating timeless spaces.
Our experienced interior design team has a comprehensive understanding of project management, space planning, finish selection, custom furnishings, antiques, textiles, art selection, and styling. Since 2013, the Studio Thomas team has completed a wide variety of luxury projects across the country - each unique in size, scope, and style.
Rosewood Miramar Beach is the American Riviera estate. Nestled on the pristine shores of Montecito along California’s Central Coast, framed by the Santa Ynez Mountains, this oceanfront haven offers an unparalleled connection to the sea and surrounding landscape.
An homage to acclaimed architect Paul Williams, the resort features residential-style architecture and interiors, upscale boutiques featuring an array of luxury brands alongside a carefully curated private art collection. The 152 rooms and suites—including those with front-row views of the Pacific Ocean, the essence of West Coast elegance and contemporary Californian living. Days here unfold between the waves and the mountains: think surfing, paddleboarding, hiking, and discovering Santa Barbara’s most acclaimed vineyards.
Rosewood Miramar Beach continues to expand its ever-evolving collection of luxury boutiques, most recently welcoming CHANEL, Jacquemus, and Brunello Cucinelli Men’s, bringing the total to nine high-end retailers throughout the property. This unique shopping experience invites both guests and the Montecito community to engage with some of the world’s most sought-after fashion and fine jewelry brands, all within its iconic oceanfront setting.
Polly Dursum, FNP-C Founder
Natalie Velasquez
Michelle Kass
Alanna Moore
Santa Barbara isn’t just where we work. It’s where we live, raise our families, and know every street by heart.
That’s the difference hyperlocal expertise makes, and why our clients trust us with their most important decisions.
A local team that treats you like family.
THE MUSEUM IS AN INTERGENERATIONAL GEM OF EDUCATION, INSPIRATION, AND COMMUNITY.
O ur mission is to elevate and share the art of Flamenco through authentic music and dance performances, educational experiences, tuition assistance, and much more. Join us for inspirational evenings at Santa Barbara Historical Museum and throughout our community.
Left to Right: María Bermúdez, Artistic Director | Manuel Gutierrez
Aracely Sagastume | Lila Overton | Timo Nuñez | Andres Vadin
Photos courtesy of Santa Barbara Historical Museum
Cara O’Bryen
Co - Founder | Lead Designer
Sophie Rankell
Co - Founder | Lead Designer
Gina Andrews, Owner
Electric icons, hand - built in England and California everrati.com | @ everraticars | vipconcierge @ everrati.com
Everrati is a global automotive technology company, redefining some of the world’s most iconic cars through advanced electric powertrains, seamlessly blending timeless design with modern performance and sustainability. Its portfolio includes electrified versions of the Porsche 911, Mercedes-Benz SL ‘Pagoda’, Land Rover Classic, Superformance GT40 and the Mini. Discover more at www.everrati.com or enquire at vipconcierge@everrati.com to commission your bespoke Everrati.
Kat Hitchcock, Lead Realtor DRE #01932289
Kylie Cardenas, Realtor DRE #02066142
Sierra Lippert, Co-Owner
Tenaya Bishop, Co-Owner
SANTA BARBARA
LOCAL PRODUCTS
Brass Bear
Chocolate Maya
Covet by Kate
Creature Soleil
Dune Coffee
Folded Hills
Heritage Goods & Supply
Il Fustino Olive Oil
Inez Olive Oil
Juice Ranch
Klapp Ceramics
KMJ
M. Special
Magic Hour Tea
Mother Dough Bagels
Oat Bakery
Pacific Pickle Works
Pasta Santina
Rincon Brewery
Riviera Bread
Riviera Towel Co
Rori’s Artisanal Creamery
San Marcos Farms Honey
Santa Barbara Olive Co
SB Hives
SB Pistachio Co
SB Popcorn Co
SB Roasting Co
Shalhoob’s Jerky
Super Mallows
T.W. Hollister
Twenty-Four Blackbirds Chocolates
Ysidro
SANTA YNEZ
LOCAL PRODUCTS
Feral Foods
Figueroa Mt Brew
Forage Florals
Hammered Hoops
Margerum Winery
Olive + Lavender
Santa Barbara Soups
Solis
Spice Ritual
St. Avalo
Sunstone Winery
Zaca Coffee
Leanna Drammer Owner and Founder
UPSTAIRS AT 1090 EDISON
BOUTIQUE VACATION RENTALS
MIRAMAR LANE
@ miramarlanesb | miramarlane.com
DOWNSTAIRS AT 1090 EDISON
MONTECITO MED SPA
@ montecitomedspa | montecitomedspa.com
EDWARD JONES
edwardjones.com | 805.688.9079
FUTURE FORTUNE JEWELRY
@ futurefortunejewelry | futurefortunejewelry.com
YNEZ, CALIFORNIA
Karen Neary MSN, FNP Founder
Heather Greene Owner
CAMMY PINOLI Luxury Collection Specialist
Sports + Entertainment Specialist
Rooted in the Santa Ynez Valley, Cammy Pinoli offers a thoughtful, relationship-driven approach to real estate. Having grown up in the area and now raising her family here, she brings a genuine connection to the community she serves. Ranked in the top 1% of the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices global network, she delivers a seamless, personalized experience, recently highlighted by the highest priced sale in the Santa Ynez Valley for Q1 2026 and recognition as one of Los Angeles Magazine’s Real Estate All-Stars.
805.452.9725 | cammypinoli.com @cammy.pinoli.realestate | DRE #02074002
Shane Weafer Lead Instructor Owner
Classes are choreographed by studio owner and innovative leader in the Pilates community, Shane Weafer. Shane is known for her dynamic Pilates routines, blending athletic conditioning with a dancer’s finesse to maximally tone, lengthen, and strengthen the body. With the BODY TONIC SB app booking classes and private sessions is effortless. Join us for a truly transformative Pilates workout that inspires.
DINE
Alma Fonda Fina
AMA Sushi
Bettina
Bree’Osh
Ca’Dario
Caruso’s
Clark’s Oyster Bar
Feast: Field and Fort, Summerland
Jeannine’s Bakery
Lilac
Lion’s Tale
Little Mountain
LOCAL
Los Arroyos
Lucky’s Steakhouse
Merci
Montesano Deli
Ospi
Pane E Vino Trattoria
Pierre Lafond
Renaud’s Patisserie & Bistro
RH Firehouse Grill
Sushi by Scratch
The Honor Bar
The Nugget, Summerland
The Revere Room
The Stonehouse
Tre Lune
STAY
Montecito Inn
Rosewood Miramar Beach
San Ysidro Ranch
The Biltmore Four Seasons
Wanderlust Luxury Vacation Rentals
SHOP
Angel
Aquarius Cocktail
Clic
Cos Bar
DÔEN
Faherty
Field + Fort
Godmothers Bookstore
Imagine Artful Things Inc.
Jenni Kayne
K. Frank
Kismet
Marisa Mason
MAISON K
Occhiali Fine Eyewear
Pierre Lafond & Co.
The Bikini Factory
The Boutiques at Rosewood Miramar
The Montecito Country Mart
The Porch
The Post Montecito
The WELL
True Love Always
Wendy Foster
Whiskey x Leather
William Laman Furniture
Wunderkind
EXPERIENCE
Butterfly Beach
Casa del Herrero
Hot Springs Canyon Trail
Los Padres Outfitters
Lotusland
Montecito Country Mart
SB Polo Fields
DINE
Aegean
Alessia Patisserie & Cafe
Arigato Sushi
Arnoldi’s Café
Bibi Ji 2.0
Bistro Amasa
Blackbird
Boathouse at Hendry’s Beach
Bouchon
Brophy Bros.
Ca’Dario
Cold Spring Tavern
Convivo
Dom’s Taverna
Finch & Fork
Flor De Maiz
Gala
Gracie
Intermezzo by Wine Cask
Jane
Loquita
Los Agaves
Lure Fish House
Manifattura
Marisella
Oku
Olio Pizzeria
Olio e Limone Ristorante
Opal
Paloma Rodeo Room
Saint Bibiana
Sama Sama Kitchen
Santo Mezcal
Secret Bao
Silvers Omakase
Tee - Off
TERU
The Blue Owl
The Ellwood
The Lark
Third Window Brewing
Toma
Via Maestra 42
Yoichi’s
Zaytoon
STAY
El Capitan Canyon
El Encanto Hotel & Villas
Harbor View Inn
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Hotel Californian
Hotel Santa Barbara
Kimpton Canary Hotel
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Inn
The Leta
Santa Barbara
The Marlowe Seaside Inn
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara
SHOP
Ace Rivington
Catherine Gee
Celadon House
Channel Islands Surfboards
DIANI
Domecíl
House of RIO
Jake & Jones
Lewis & Clark
Lovebird Boutique
Loveworn
Riviera Towel Co.
SeaVees
Sirena
Surf N Wear’s Beach House
The Blue Door
The Lotus Boutique
The Shopkeepers
EXPERIENCE
Channel Islands National Park
Santa Barbara Beach Horseback Rides
Santa Barbara Botanic Garden
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural
History Sea Center
Santa Barbara Sailing Center
Santa Barbara Zoo
BEER & WINE TASTING
ROOMS
Brass Bear Brewing
Deep Sea Tasting Room
Fess Parker
Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co.
Grassini Family Vineyards
Happy Canyon Vineyard
Jamie Slone Wines
La Lieff Wines
Lama Dog Tap Room + Bottle Shop
Loubud Wines
M. Special Brewing
Margerum Wine Company
Melville Winery
Pali Wine Co.
Rincon Brewery
Sunstone Winery
Validation Ale
DINE
Bar Le Côte
Bob’s Well Bread, Ballard & Los Alamos
Brothers at the Red Barn
Coast Range
Cold Spring Tavern
Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co.
Hitching Post
Industrial Eats
Leonardo’s Ristorante
LO Wine Merchant & Café
Mad & Vin
Na Na Thai
Nella Kitchen & Bar
PANINO
peasants FEAST
Petros Winery
Pico
Plenty on Bell
Pony Cocktails + Kitchen
S.Y. Kitchen
The Gathering Table
The Tavern at The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern
The Victor Restaurant
The Willows
Toscana
Trattoria Grappolo
Whiskey ‘N Rye Smokehouse
STAY
Alisal Ranch
Fess Parker Wine Country Inn
La Tarantella at Grassini Family Vineyards
Random Oak Vacation Rentals
Skyview Los Alamos
The Ballard Inn
The Genevieve Hotel
The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern, Auberge Collection
The Landsby
The 1880 Union Hotel
Zaca Lake
SHOP
Avec Moi Décor
COCO Belle
Favour
First Street Leather
Heritage
Jedlicka’s Los Olivos
LOU Los Olivos
MER
Plenty Boutique
SY General Store
Wendy Foster
Wildflower Boutique
WINE & BEER
Artiste Winery & Gallery
Babcock Winery
Beckmen Vineyards
Brave & Maiden Estate
Brick Barn Wine Estate
Carhartt Family Wines
Crown Point Vineyards
Demetria Estate
Dierberg Vineyards
Fess Parker Winery
Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co.
Firestone Walker Brewing Co.
Folded Hills
Foxen Vineyard & Winery
Foxen Canyon Wine Trail
Gainey Vineyard
Happy Canyon Vineyard
Jonata
Melville Winery
Rideau Vineyard
Roblar Winery
Rusack Vineyards
St. Avalo Wines
Storm Wines
Strange Family Vineyards
Sunstone Winery
Vega Vineyard and Farm
EXPERIENCE
Alisal River Course
Cachuma Lake Recreation
Destination Vine
Highline Adventures Ostrich Land USA
Horseback Riding Alisal Ranch
Jalama Beach
Santa Barbara Wine Country Cycling Tours
Santa Inez Mission
Sky’s the Limit
The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern Spa
The Maverick Saloon
DISCREET, MEDICALLY GUIDED IV THERAPY FOR HYDRATION, RECOVERY, AND WELLNESS.
From quiet mornings at home to hotel stays, recovery days, weddings, and private events, Riviera IV Therapy brings calm, professional care directly to you, across Santa Barbara and the Central Coast.
Dustin Jones Owner
EDGAR ALVAREZ OWNER
Newp t Beach
Sand, surf, and sophisticated charm: Newport Beach delights with California’s quintessential o erings and its own unique flair.
For a town so steeped in seafaring history and surfing tradition, Newport Beach didn’t get a particularly seaworthy start. Back in the 1830s, Newport Beach was known as Bolsa de San Joaquin, boasting 14,000 head of cattle, 3,000 horses, and zero boats. Shipping – and the first iteration of the town’s name – came in the 1870s as commercial shipping took o . In 1902, Newport added “Beach” to their moniker, which attracted tourists and Hollywood elite, including Shirley Temple, James Cagney, and John Wayne. At the same time, surfers were flocking to The Wedge, which is still world-famous today. Coastal charm met California glamor with an ample dose of surf culture.
As the City of Newport Beach was o cially incorporated in 1906, this year marks its 120th anniversary, a milestone that reflects both its rich history and enduring character. Yet its way of life remains deeply rooted in the water, revolving around the harbor, where boats from commercial vessels to the quintessential Du y fill the largest recreational harbor on the West Coast. Surfing is all but ubiquitous, and anglers continue to bring in a fresh, local catch. Beyond the water, the landscape blends the familiar with the unexpected. You are just as likely to discover internationally renowned brands as you are a charming mom-and-pop sweet shop. To help you navigate it all, we have curated a mix of local favorites, from coastal experiences to must-visit spots for exploring Newport Beach and the surrounding Orange County coast. Wyatt Muller @wyatt_muller
STAY
VEA NEWPORT BEACH | LIDO HOUSE
THE RESORT AT PELICAN HILL | BAY SHORES PENINSULA HOTEL
PENDRY NEWPORT BEACH | BALBOA BAY RESORT
SURF & SAND RESORT LAGUNA BEACH
MONTAGE LAGUNA BEACH | HOTEL JOAQUIN
THE RANCH AT LAGUNA BEACH | LE PETIT PALI
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SHOP
LIDO MARINA VILLAGE | MAMA BIJOUX
BLUE ATLAS MARKETPLACE | ELYSEWALKER
JARBO | A'MAREE'S | GARYS MENS | WILLBO
MICHAEL NUSSKERN | OPEN HOUSE GIFTS | OLIVIA'S LAGUNA SUPPLY | MAGNOLIA CHARLIE | RED BALLOON
15TH ST. SURF SHOP | WINSTON’S CROWN JEWELERS
LAYERED BY PAIGE ELISE | ROCOCO BOUTIQUE
URBAN GARDENER | BLISS HOME & DESIGN | MCKEE & COMPANY
J O L I E | PRAIRIE INTERIORS | ÉMELINE | PEARL IVY
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DINE
A RESTAURANT | JAVIER'S | ROYAL HEN STARFISH | GULFSTREAM | BEAR FLAG FISH CO. MARCHÉ MODERNE | THE DOCK | SHOREBIRD FARMHOUSE AT ROGER'S GARDENS | LITTLE SON | NICK’S
ARC BUTCHER & BAKER | MOULIN | OCEAN 48 | THE MAYOR'S TABLE BILLY'S AT THE BEACH | C'EST SI BON | ELLER BAKERY
BUDDHA'S FAVORITE | OSPI COSTA MESA | KAIYA OMAKASE SUSHI + BAR SAPORI | CASADAMÍ | HAUTE CAKES CAFFÉ | SET STEAK + SUSHI
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SHOP SEASIDE AT LIDO MARINA VILLAGE
ENJOY A BALBOA BAR OR FROZEN BANANA AT SUGAR & SPICE
TAKE A TRIP BACK IN TIME AT THE BALBOA ISLAND MUSEUM VISIT THE ORANGE COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART
ENJOY A MILKSHAKE AND A BURGER FROM THE SHAKE SHACK AT CRYSTAL COVE CATCH RECORD BREAKING WAVES AT THE WEDGE RIDE THE ICONIC BALBOA ISLAND FERRY TO THE FUN ZONE
TAKE A DUFFY CRUISE THROUGH THE HARBOR AND DOCK FOR DINNER AT PENINSULA VILLAGE WATCH A CLASSIC FILM AT THE LIDO THEATER
EXPERIENCE FAMILY MAGIC AND MAKE LASTING MEMORIES WITH AN OVERNIGHT STAY AT THE DISNEYLAND® RESORT
Curated for efficiency, our approach to organization is rooted in the belief that beautifully streamlined spaces create clarity + calm. Born and raised in Santa Barbara, Paige Lambert brings over 15 years of operational expertise to designing refined closet, pantry, office, and storage systems, along with seamless moving facilitation packages that make every transition feel effortless.
Paige Lambert Founder + Owner
Barbara Edelston Peterson Author
Jaime Nancarrow Owner
EFFORTLESS LUXURY, MINDFULLY MADE
J MARIE is a Santa Barbarainspired collection of 100% silk dresses that blends laid-back coastal ease with elevated, feminine design.
2 East De La Guerra Street | Santa Barbara, CA
805.680.8845 | ttruong.com
Tuan Truong Owner
Alana Tillim Owner
805.966.5299
Alana Tillim, Owner
Joel Davis Founder
Alex Adams Owner
