Best of Santa Barbara®: Driving
Cars, motorcycles, and more — here are the best places to get your automobile fixes.
Ethan Stewart
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Best of Santa Barbara®: Housing
From gardening to house decorating to buying a home, the housing category has answers to all of your questions.
Best of Santa Barbara®: Drinking
Who’s got the stiffest drinks and best red wine? All that and more in the best beverage category.
Best of Santa Barbara®: Out & About
Music, movies, bowling, theater, billiards — find the best things to do outside of work.
Best of Santa Barbara®: Sporting Life
From martial arts studios to surf shops, here are the best places for keeping active.
Best of Santa Barbara®: Living Well
Find the best places to indulge in life outside of work — from cameras to books to music to computer repair, and all things in between.
Best of Santa Barbara® Readers’ Poll 2015
‘The Santa Barbara Independent’ readers vote for their favorite places in town.
Best of Santa Barbara®: Looking Good
Dressing up or just need new kicks? Here are the best spots for your feet, face, and more.
Best of Santa Barbara®: Little Creatures
For all your kids’ and pets’ needs, check out the best toy stores, day care, pet shops, and doggie camps in town.
Best of Santa Barbara®: Eating
Fancy dishes, big burgers, and taco triumphs can all be found in this best dining round-up.