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Things to do in Santa Barbara, California (CA): The Best Bars & Clubs
Nestled between the shrub-covered slopes of the Santa Ynez Mountains and the clear blue shores of the Pacific Ocean, Santa Barbara is California at its best. Mission Santa Barbara is an example of 18th-century religious architecture, boasting beautiful grounds and a wonderfully detailed interior. Work up an appetite with a walk through Shoreline Park, then dine above the water on Stearns Wharf. Fig trees, parks, waterfalls, and botanical gardens round out Santa Barbara’s natural beauty.
Restaurants in Santa Barbara
1. The Savoy
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
The Savoy adds unique color to the vivacious nightlife in Santa Barbara, offering a variety of performances including Cirque, Burlesque, Aerial and Cabaret acts featuring performers from Cirque du Soleil, Le Reve, and Lucent Dossier, to mention a few. In addition The Savoy hosts a Blues Night every Thursday featuring well-know, notable blues musicians from all over the country. A great place to go for drinks and small bites to share with friends and meet knew friends! The venue is also available to be rented for private events and parties
2. Telegraph Brewing Company
3. The James Joyce
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
4. Third Window Brewing
5. Test Pilot
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Test Pilot is a contemporary carribbean and tiki-inspired craft cocktail bar located in downtown Santa Barbara’s thriving Funk Zone district. We are driven by local market fresh produce, re-imagined tiki classics (embracing a more dry and bitter profile) and fun atmosphere. Our cocktail program is driven by the template of exotic cocktails, but modernized for today’s more balanced palate. We reduce sugar content, add three dimensionality, and oftentimes rely on bitter elements for balance. We strive for approachability and accessability. With a robust rum selection of around 100 rums, check out one of our rum tasting flights. The bar's design has a nautical approach, being a few blocks from the ocean and aesthetic that feels Santa Barbara-n. We don't serve food. There are several fantastic restaurants in the area where we recommend picking up to go food and enjoying at our bar or patio section.
Reviewed By its_Art_Oclock - Los Angeles, United States
Always love this bar when in town. Tiki drinks galore and done so well. The slushee cocktails were spot on. Just the right consistency and alcohol ratio. I loved the pina colada too. The decor is great, the service is always top notch and they are totally practicing all the best safety measures during the pandemic, as all staff are in masks and they made sure not to over seat. Highly recommend this bar (and their sister bars Shaker Mill & The Good Lion also in town)
6. Corks n' Crowns
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By AboutTownDeb - Reno, United States
Loved finding Corks n Crown . The perfect place to find amazing wines and brews in the one and only Funk Zone Santa Barbara. Loved sitting outside enjoying the warm California sun. I found a few favorite pinot noir from Dragonette Cellars. Plus a few more picks. I loved the 2016 Pinot Noir. Love my new #abouttowdeb pick!
7. SOhO Restaurant & Music Club
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By Walkerroundtheworld - Stuttgart, Germany
We were lucky to find out that Hana Aluna, daughter of rock star Kenny Loggins and an aspiring singer-songwriter, was performing at the Club. The atmosphere was very relaxed and friendly, we enjoyed a lovely meal with the music, good wine, and had a really good evening. The music was great, too!! A very laid-back place and just what you expect the California music scene to be like. If you like music, go and check it out! Eating isn't a must.
8. Uptown Lounge
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 4 reviews
9. Taste Wine Bar & Retail Shop
10. Reds Wine Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
