The Sando Truck was short-lived in the Goodland.

The company has announced to the media that it will be closing this weekend after officially opening in the Target Shopping Center in August.

“Due to circumstances beyond our control, we have made the difficult decision to close our Goleta location,” owner Nick Gillio said in a statement. “We are devastated by this abrupt change, but so thankful for the incredible support this community has shown us.”

Gillio said he grew up eating katsu sandos during visits to his family in Japan, and they’ve always held a special place in his heart. The Sando Truck specializes in Japanese crispy katsu sandwiches made out of pork or chicken.

Its last day will be Sunday.

“This isn’t goodbye,” Gillio said. “We’ll still be around after this month with pop-ups, so make sure to follow us here to stay up to date on where you can find us. From the bottom of our hearts — thank you.”

Madam Lu Closing

Madam Lu, a longtime Chinese restaurant in Santa Barbara, is shutting its doors at the end of the month.

It has been open for almost three decades.

“After serving the Santa Barbara community for 27 years, we will be permanently closing after Sept. 30,” the company posted on its window. “Thank you for joining us on this journey.”

According to the company’s website, Mei-Jung Lu Gaffney was born in Taiwan and was introduced to the art of “Country Style Chinese Cooking” because her family owned a local restaurant. That type of cooking, according to the site, sets her apart from other Chinese restaurants in town because of its down-home taste.

“All her chefs are Chinese,” the website states. “She believes in providing friendly, great service. Naturally, many of the staff are family members.”

Anna Janelle Jewelry Finds New Home

Woman-owned business Anna Janelle Jewelry has opened at a new location, 1103-A State St. in Santa Barbara.

“Our new State Street location is more than just a store,” owner Anna Janelle Cardenas said. “It is a place where jewelry and community come together. We look forward to celebrating this new chapter with our Santa Barbara neighbors and visitors, and to sharing the elevated, modern jewelry experience we’ve built.”

Anna Janelle Jewelry first opened its doors in 2021 in Paseo Nuevo. The company says it is “a destination for modern, handcrafted jewelry that blends coastal California ease with timeless style.”

The company specializes in handmade collections, permanent jewelry and custom charm creations. It is inspired by the California coast and European minimalism.

Indie Beauty Collective Opens in Paseo Nuevo

The Indie Beauty Collective has opened at 11 W. Del La Guerra St. in Santa Barbara, behind the Banana Republic in Paseo Nuevo.

“Excited to announce this lease and see the beautiful remodel completed by salon owner Tracy Hanson,” said Caitlin Hensel, a commercial real estate broker. “Looks like paradise to me! Proud to have represented all parties in this transaction and wishing Indie Beauty Collective the best opening day.”

Hotel Bed Tax Stronger So Far

The City of Santa Barbara collected $8.2 million in transient occupancy taxes for the August, the second month of the city’s fiscal year.

The revenues are 2% above budget, according to the city.

About $7.2 million came from hotels and the rest from legal short-term vacation rentals.

The city’s transient occupancy tax budget for the year is $35.5 million.