Santa Maria

http://www.santamaria.com/ {nid FM}

About 80 miles north of SantaBarbara on Highway 101. {nid FN}

Known for its special barbecue: top block sirloin or tri-tip smoked over red oak (native to the SantaMaria Valley), served with pinquito beans (also native to the region), salsa, and buttered bread. {nid FO}

WesleySiebenthal wrote in on March 11, 2005 recommending Guadalupe as a place to go to find good bbq (and beans). Specifically, the Far Western Tavern. Take 101 to Main Street Exit, travel west approximately 7 miles. Head north on 1 until you hit 899. {nid IEN}