August in Santa Barbara belongs to us—the locals and die-hards who know where to find the best seat at the bar and which happy hour actually delivers. With tourist season winding down, it’s time to reclaim our favorite spots and embrace those gloriously unplanned moments that make the season unforgettable.
This month, Acme Hospitality’s kitchens, bars, and patios are bursting with peak-season ingredients, bold flavors, and experiences worth lingering over:
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Peak Season Perfection at The Lark — Our heirloom tomato tartine captures the essence of summer on a plate.
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From the Helena Avenue Bakery Pastry Case to Your Picnic Basket — Biscuit breakfast sandwiches and pastries made for lazy mornings or beachside afternoons.
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Travel the World, One Cocktail at a Time at Pearl Social — Sip something unexpected beneath our gallery wall.
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Vaquera Cocktail Hour — Happy hour is every hour at Vaquera with a cowgirl twist.
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Wine Time is All the Time at the Santa Barbara Wine Collective — Discover 20+ small-batch, family-owned local pours like Notary Public wines.
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Fresh Summer Menu at Loquita — Seafood, fresh produce, and bold Spanish flavors.
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Santa Barbara’s Best Pizza at Lucky Penny — Hand-tossed, wood-fired perfection in the heart of the Funk Zone.
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A Round of Margs at La Paloma — Sunshine, patios, ceviche, and the perfect pour.
Whether you’re plotting your next night out or wandering into a spur-of-the-moment happy hour, August is the month to savor summer’s sweetest moments, right here at home.
