I have been using SantaBarbaraYP as a Local Business Directory for a few months now and I can share my impressions. To be honest, it is not at all like a typical search engine like Google or Yelp. The main feature of this platform is its local focus. Everything here is tailored to the needs of people who live or work in Santa Barbara. I have noticed that the service really helps you find local businesses, and at the same time, the information about them is constantly updated. For example, I was looking for a cafe, and I noticed that the opening hours and availability of services are always up to date, unlike large platforms where you can stumble upon old data. Moreover, I liked that the site includes not only contact information, but also important things like people's reviews, promotions and discounts that are happening at these places. This really helps, especially if you are trying to find a unique place for food or business. I once looked for a wedding venue, and thanks to the filters and detailed descriptions on the site, I was able to find several great places that I had never heard of before. What I mean is that SantaBarbaraYP gives you the opportunity to not only find popular places, but also to discover those that are not always on everyone's radar. What I also like is the filtering by categories. For example, if you want to find only vegetarian restaurants, you can immediately filter out everything else. There is also the ability to search for businesses by area, which is very convenient for us who live in such a scattered city. I live in the coastal area, and I often find the right places without going far beyond the area. By the way, not long ago I found out that through this platform you can also find information about local events, which is also very cool.