This just in from the Petrini family:

While my father initially opened Petrini’s Family Restaurant in 1958, and he and his two brothers ran the restaurant for many years, our family no longer is involved in the restaurant in any way, shape or form. Jerome Bohnett is the current owner and I am suggesting that you consider a review of the restaurant as it has evolved. The menu has been greatly expanded and many high end dishes have been added to the perennially favorites. As many of the “white tablecloth” Italian restaurants in Santa Barbara have closed, Petrini’s is well worth considering for fine Italian dining. Many long-time Santa Barbara residents share fond memories of family dinners at Petrini’s, but I believe the expanded menu offers a much more complete dining experience for any occasion.

John Petrini, MD