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
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Reviews
Tessa I.
The coffee journey at Sambo'S Restaurant is a treat for the senses. The flat white was perfection, and the café's minimalist design added to the charm. I'll be back for more.
Harper O.
The coffee at Sambo'S Restaurant was heavenly! The baristas truly understand their craft, and the Santa Barbara, California location had a charming, rustic appeal that I fell in love with. I can't wait to return for more.
Evelyn O.
I expected better from Sambo'S Restaurant. The coffee at Santa Barbara, California was average, and the prices were on the higher side. I had heard rave reviews about Sambo'S Restaurant, so my expectations were quite high when I visited. However, the coffee was only mediocre, and considering the prices, I was left feeling underwhelmed.
Daniel S.
The experience at Sambo'S Restaurant was unforgettable. The single-origin coffee I tried had a delightful complexity, and the serene setting made it even more special. I'll be back for more.
Zoe E.
Sambo'S Restaurant at Santa Barbara, California is my sanctuary for a good reason. The espresso shots are rich and bold, just the way I like them. The attention to detail in every cup makes it worth every visit, and I couldn't recommend it more.
Grace D.
The coffee at Sambo'S Restaurant was a revelation! I couldn't get enough of their specialty brews, and the Santa Barbara, California location had a charming, rustic vibe. I'll be coming back for more.
Zion E.
So, I walked into Sambo'S Restaurant at Santa Barbara, California and got myself a latte. Let me tell you, it was like a warm hug for my soul. The place is low-key and down-to-earth, just my kind of spot. The barista was cool and knew their stuff. If you're in the hood, don't miss this gem.
Jackson L.
Sambo'S Restaurant is a hidden gem in Santa Barbara, California. The latte art is a work of artistry, and the baristas are true professionals. It's the ideal spot for a coffee date with friends.
Ethan C.
I had high hopes for Sambo'S Restaurant, but my visit to the Santa Barbara, California location left me wanting more. The coffee was subpar, and the ambiance lacked the charm I had heard about. I'm not sure if I'll return.
James S.
Sambo'S Restaurant is where I go to rejuvenate. The macchiato is heavenly, and the vintage décor creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. It's my haven.
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