There's a new gathering place in town on a private lane in Montecito. At the corner of Los Patos and Cabrillo, you'll find The Post, a collection of specialty shops and destination restaurants.
Six historical buildings were restored to house a trove of known brands, up-and-comers, and dining, representing the charm and beauty of the Coast. A tranquil destination for locals and visitors, the Post's upcoming calendar lists pop-ups, wine nights, cookouts, workshops, kid's craft events, and more.
The developers, Joey Miller and David Fishbein, bought the property in 2022 and jumped at the opportunity. "Every detail, from preserving the mature vines and gardens to curating the retailers and restaurants, was guided by our goal to create a place that feels rooted in history and fresh for the community," says Joey. "Opportunities to restore and reimagine gems like this rarely come along."
Joey and David have ties to the area since their childhoods, and David recently got engaged and married here. He explains, "Each retailer and restaurant was carefully selected for their quality, vision, and ability to offer a memorable experience for visitors. For example, Maygel Coronel’s store at The Post is her first location outside of Colombia, while Merlette opened their first store here."
We're already fans of Little King Coffee, a family-owned Buellton coffee shop opening a sister shop here—read more about them on page #!
Here are just a few of the shops and restaurants we're excited about:
The Great is a lifestyle brand from Emily Current & Meritt Elliott known for their playful, nostalgic take on American classics. Their shop will carry their women’s collection, beloved sweats, and styles for man and mini. @thisisthegreat
Designed in Cartagena, Columbia, Maygel Coronel has quickly risen as one of the most sought after labels, particularly for resort wear, occasion dressing, and swim. @maygelcoronelofficial
Merlette is a Brooklyn-based atelier crafting thoughtfully designed garments that blend elegance with everyday ease. Since 2016 Merlette has focused on refined shapes, textures, and details that empower the modern woman with effortless femininity. @merlettenyc
One of the top men’s multi-label stores in LA, The Optimist brings together global brands with an eye for fit, quality, and detail. The mix of hand-selected brands includes exclusive labels not available anywhere else in the US. @theoptimist_la
What started as clean-eating meal delivery is now available for pick up at Organic Oren's outpost. Think black truffle mac n’ cheese, quinoa bowls, chia pudding, and green goddess immunity soup—all 100% gluten-free, dairy-free, sugar-free, and of course, organic. @organic_oren
Ospi at The Post will be the third location for this well-loved modern Italian concept by Jackson and Melissa Kalb. Homemade pastas and pizzas are served alongside craft cocktails in an energetic dining room. @ospi
Shoppe Amber Interiors is a home store featuring designs from one of California’s favorite and most followed interior designers, Amber Lewis of Amber Interiors. Her style is sophisticated, laid back, and inviting. @amberinteriors
The definition of timeless California casual, Velvet, has been delivering high-quality essentials for over 25 years. The ninth store for the brand will carry cotton basics and seasonal collections for both men and women. @velvettees
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"Opportunities to restore and reimagine gems like this rarely come along."