Sambo'S Restaurant
4.7 
Monday: 11:00 - 21:00
Tuesday: 11:00 - 21:00
Wednesday: 11:00 - 21:00
Thursday: 11:00 - 21:00
Friday: 11:00 - 22:00
Saturday: 11:00 - 22:00
Sunday: 11:00 - 21:00
Tuesday: 11:00 - 21:00
Wednesday: 11:00 - 21:00
Thursday: 11:00 - 21:00
Friday: 11:00 - 22:00
Saturday: 11:00 - 22:00
Sunday: 11:00 - 21:00
About Sambo'S Restaurant
Sambo's is a restaurant, formerly an American restaurant chain, started in 1957 by Sam Battistone, Sr. , and Newell Bohnett. Though the name was taken from portions of the names of its founders, the chain soon found itself associated with The Story of Little Black Sambo. Battistone, Sr. , and Bohnett capitalized on the connection by decorating the walls of the restaurants with scenes from the book, including a dark-skinned boy, tigers, and a pale, magical unicycle-riding man called "The Treefriend". By the early 1960s, the illustrations depicted a light-skinned boy wearing a jeweled Indian-style turban with the tigers. A kids club, Sambo's Tiger Tamers (later called the Tiger Club), promoted the chain's family image. HistoryBy 1979, Sambo's had 1, 117 outlets in 47 American states. In the late 1970s, controversy over the chain's name drew protests and lawsuits in communities that viewed the term Sambo as pejorative towards African-Americans. Several of the restaurants were opened as or renamed "The Jolly Tiger" in locations where the local community passed resolutions forbidding the use of the original name or refused to grant the chain permits. There were other corporate level decisions being made at the time that also led to Sambo's corporate demise. There was pressure to take Sambo's into a more normal salaried manager compensation package. Their unique "Fraction of the Action" promotion – whereby managers were entitled to 20% of the profits from their stores, with employees allowed to bid for a percentage of the remaining profits – was an early company expansion plan and the growth of the company outpaced its control. In March 1981, in a further attempt to give the chain a new image the company again renamed some locations, this time to "No Place Like Sam's". By November 1981, the company filed for bankruptcy. Neither the name change nor bankruptcy protection reversed this downward trend, and by 1982 all but the original Sambo's at 216 West Cabrillo Boulevard in Santa Barbara, California, closed their doors. By February 1983, 618 of the locations were renamed Season's Friendly Eating. Several locations were sold to Denny's, including the Fort Lauderdale store. Bakers Square's parent company acquired Sambo's in California in October 1984. Many Sambo's locations were converted to Bakers Square restaurants and the ones that weren't were sold to other chains, including Denny's.
Sambo'S Restaurant Description
Sambo's is a restaurant, formerly an American restaurant chain, started in 1957 by Sam Battistone, Sr. , and Newell Bohnett. Though the name was taken from portions of the names of its founders, the chain soon found itself associated with The Story of Little Black Sambo. Battistone, Sr. , and Bohnett capitalized on the connection by decorating the walls of the restaurants with scenes from the book, including a dark-skinned boy, tigers, and a pale, magical unicycle-riding man called "The Treefriend". By the early 1960s, the illustrations depicted a light-skinned boy wearing a jeweled Indian-style turban with the tigers. A kids club, Sambo's Tiger Tamers (later called the Tiger Club), promoted the chain's family image. HistoryBy 1979, Sambo's had 1, 117 outlets in 47 American states. In the late 1970s, controversy over the chain's name drew protests and lawsuits in communities that viewed the term Sambo as pejorative towards African-Americans. Several of the restaurants were opened as or renamed "The Jolly Tiger" in locations where the local community passed resolutions forbidding the use of the original name or refused to grant the chain permits. There were other corporate level decisions being made at the time that also led to Sambo's corporate demise. There was pressure to take Sambo's into a more normal salaried manager compensation package. Their unique "Fraction of the Action" promotion – whereby managers were entitled to 20% of the profits from their stores, with employees allowed to bid for a percentage of the remaining profits – was an early company expansion plan and the growth of the company outpaced its control. In March 1981, in a further attempt to give the chain a new image the company again renamed some locations, this time to "No Place Like Sam's". By November 1981, the company filed for bankruptcy. Neither the name change nor bankruptcy protection reversed this downward trend, and by 1982 all but the original Sambo's at 216 West Cabrillo Boulevard in Santa Barbara, California, closed their doors. By February 1983, 618 of the locations were renamed Season's Friendly Eating. Several locations were sold to Denny's, including the Fort Lauderdale store. Bakers Square's parent company acquired Sambo's in California in October 1984. Many Sambo's locations were converted to Bakers Square restaurants and the ones that weren't were sold to other chains, including Denny's.
More about Sambo'S Restaurant
Sambo'S Restaurant is located at Santa Barbara, California
Monday: 11:00 - 21:00
Tuesday: 11:00 - 21:00
Wednesday: 11:00 - 21:00
Thursday: 11:00 - 21:00
Friday: 11:00 - 22:00
Saturday: 11:00 - 22:00
Sunday: 11:00 - 21:00
Tuesday: 11:00 - 21:00
Wednesday: 11:00 - 21:00
Thursday: 11:00 - 21:00
Friday: 11:00 - 22:00
Saturday: 11:00 - 22:00
Sunday: 11:00 - 21:00
http://firstsince57.com/SambosOnTheBeach
Reviews
Emily I.
Sambo'S Restaurant is a coffee lover's dream. The beans are sourced from exotic locales, and the result is a truly exceptional cup of coffee. The friendly baristas are always eager to share their knowledge.
Hayes K.
Sambo'S Restaurant – you're a coffee legend! The cappuccino I had was like a warm, frothy hug from an old friend, and the staff? They were as welcoming as Grandma's apple pie. This place is officially my caffeine sanctuary.
Zaria C.
I was disappointed with Sambo'S Restaurant. The latte was bitter, and the atmosphere felt sterile. It didn't live up to the hype.
Samuel Y.
I had a terrible experience at Sambo'S Restaurant. The coffee was served cold, and the staff at the Santa Barbara, California location were rude and inattentive. I won't be giving it another chance.
Liam N.
I'm not sure what all the hype is about Sambo'S Restaurant. The coffee was just okay, and the service left much to be desired. I won't be returning to Santa Barbara, California anytime soon.
Gabriela J.
I stumbled upon Sambo'S Restaurant in Santa Barbara, California while exploring the neighborhood, and I'm so glad I did. Their pour-over coffee was legit. It had this rich, earthy flavor that hit all the right spots. The café itself had this rustic charm, like a cozy cabin in the woods. I'll definitely be making this my regular coffee spot.
Chloe M.
Sambo'S Restaurant is an absolute gem hidden in Santa Barbara, California. Their coffee is a masterpiece, and the aroma is simply enchanting. The staff is always warm and welcoming, making it my favorite place to start the day.
Madison B.
I had the pleasure of visiting Sambo'S Restaurant in Santa Barbara, California, and it was an average experience. The coffee was decent, but nothing to write home about. I expected more from all the hype.
Harper X.
Sambo'S Restaurant at Santa Barbara, California is my coffee sanctuary. The ambiance is inviting, and the almond croissants are to die for. It's my happy place, and I find myself returning whenever I need a pick-me-up.
Lucas X.
Sambo'S Restaurant is a coffee enthusiast's dream. Their single-origin beans and expertly crafted lattes are a testament to their dedication to quality. The vintage decor adds to the charm.
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