47 Best Cocktail Bars near Goleta

“I went here with a large group (over 10)
The organizer of our group phoned ahead and the staff had a corner area set up for us! Waitstaff is very professional, atmosphere is wonderful, drinks unique and good! The "bar snacks" were these amazing potato chips!
Only recommendation is some kind of easy to do food is missing.
Otherwise a surprising find / a total Gem discovery!
Highly recommend this place!“

“I recently had the pleasure of celebrating a special lunch at this incredible restaurant, and it exceeded all expectations. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with a warm and attentive welcome, setting the tone for a memorable experience. The intimate setting made for a perfect, relaxing atmosphere, and the stunning waterfront views were simply breathtaking. The upscale lunch menu offered a variety of delectable options, each dish more flavorful and artfully presented than the last. What truly made the experience exceptional was the peaceful ambiance—the low noise level allowed for easy conversation without any distractions. It was the perfect balance of elegance and tranquility. Whether you're looking for a romantic meal or a refined gathering with close friends, this restaurant is an absolute gem. Highly recommended!“

“Went for a club meeting on a beautiful sunny day. The outside patio is a comfortable place to watch golfers and enjoy the scenery. The food was well cooked including the vegetables that were not overdone, and the service was efficient and unobtrusive.“

“This restaurant is a fantastic spot for a date with your partner. The atmosphere is warm and cozy, creating the perfect setting for a romantic evening. The food is delicious, and the service is attentive and friendly, making the entire experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommended for a special night out!“

“We had a small work gathering there. Grace was easy to work with and recommended all the right things for our party. Ricardo and Junno took excellent care of us, and made us feel special and right at home. The ambiance there is worth mentioning too-you'll have to see for yourself!“

“We enjoyed an excellent vegan meal at La Paloma. Delicious homemade tacos stuffed with a potato-zucchini mash on a bed of flavorful black beans. Served hot, it really hit the spot. Also ordered marinated portobello mushrooms and lentils infused with honey, ginger, and truffle. Original and satisfying. Thanks for the great service too, Beth.“

“If I could give this place more stars I would!
It was eight of us yesterday and we get to try many different tapas and everything was amazingly delicious.
It’s not our first time to dine there and the experience is always more than satisfying.
All and all the food is delicious, service is excellent, super friendly people and a great location!
Highly recommend ?
One more: don’t forget to try their Sama Sama “The Peacock Chardonnay”.“

“Tonight for delicious dinner, great specials,great service!👍🌈“

“Food is fantastic and so delicious!“

“Ashley was an amazing bartender! The pocket full of parrots was absolutely amazing!! Best cocktail I've been had! My sister had the summer spritz and it was delicious as well. Highly recommend this joint!“

“Good cocktails and a nice place to relax especially for Friday Happy Hours.“

“Authentic, and a pleasant surprise.“

“The Pickle Room is a "must visit" to enjoy an old-school Santa Barbara bar. I have no idea how I've lived in SB so many years without visiting the Pickle Room. It enjoys a prominent spot downtown in a well-known historical building. It is surprisingly small. There is a bar and a handful of booths. Upon entry, you are hit by the red color and intimate size of the place. We visited on a slow night and shared the space with locals and tourists. The drinks were all good and the service was friendly enough. I would not call the Pickle Room a dive. Leave those boring fern bars behind and try an SB original. We will return.“

“I love Sunday nights on the Rooftop from 5-9 ❤️😍 🌅“

“If you're looking for a dive bar, look no further. this place has dive bar written all over it. If you're looking for a dive bar that also offers karaoke then you're really in luck. The one thing I will say is that this place has great drinks. You can rest assured i that department. Its located up on the mesa sort of next to taco bell near cliff and carillo. If you're looking for the same thing but upper state try the tiburon.“

“It was delicious. We had eaten at the Revere Room at the Miramar the previous evening, and found the food disappointing. Here the soup alone was tasty and left me wanting more. Who says that about soup? Genevieve, our server was attentive and charming.“

“Miracle in the funk zone is the reason that I tried Pearl Social but I will be back to enjoy this neat little spot!“

“Friday Bingo After Dark 10/10 recommend for the fun host and great atmosphere! Food, drinks, service, and music are all excellent. I had the Aloe Margarita and the Margherita flatbread ?? they also have tabletop games like Cards Against Humanity and Connect 4“

“Always fun! Great times had by all! Free pool! Happy, friendly, and CLEAN staff.“

“Awesome bar where they mix up some awesome drinks! Live music on Tues and it was really good! Loved the drinks, atmosphere was really sweet, and the service was great! Go here to get some expertly mixed Mezcal drinks and enjoy the downtown Santa Barbara vibes!“

“Awesome Tiki bar. Super fun cocktails 🍹 with fantastic presentation.“

“Food was great! We tried the sweet breads- my favorite, lobster gnocchi-daughters fave, ramen-good, scallops-super lite and fresh, and the catch of the day-very tasty. The amazing menu doesn’t necessarily lend itself to picky kid eaters (my son) but he loved the catch of the day with the sauce on the side. The food took a while as they were pretty busy so the manager comp’d 2 desserts which were both spectacular! We will be back!!“

“Ensaladas y mariscos en realidad todo está riquísimo“

“Food, atmosphere and service was good.“

“Never had tapas like these! Loved it! So sad we live in Europe…would go there everyday! It was soooo jummy!“

“Great ramen and ambiance 🍜 ♥️“

“Friendly staff. Great Happy Hour specials.“

“Amazing delicious drinks! Marcos was the best bartender, highly recommend the ceviche and signature cocktails!“

“Went to this venue to watch Sidepiece and had a great time. The drinks where pretty strong and the vibes where awesome. Wanted to give a shout out to one of the managers named Shasta, who went above and beyond the next day after the show. I had lost my phone and wallet, so I called the venue to see if they had them in their possession and Shasta found and kept my items safe. I was able to pick them up later in the day and felt confident in this venue. They are def trustworthy and empathetic, keeping ur items safe if they ever get lost and found. 🥲
Def a venue I will be returning too in the future. Thank you so much EOS lounge and Shasta!“

“Wasn't there for the food...mainly the entertainment and the awesome vibes...the drinks are great loved the mixed cocktails. Service was wonderful. It's better to reserve a seat cause if you don't, you will be standing up. The piano man was awesome. Will return again. Highly recommend.“

“Our first experience at Lure Fish House in Santa Barbara was amazing from the moment we were greeted with a smile at the front desk and escorted to a booth where our order was taken by the very personable Tony. Service and food was amazing. This was our first experience with this restaurant but will definitely not be our last. It was a highlight of our Santa Barbara trip. We plan to return and also visit their other locations. Thank you so much.“

“Loved Haley!!! We had great conversations!!“

“Great spot for low-key locals.“

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“This is a little slice of heaven. What a nifty joint. A little swanky spot with yummy hand crafted cocktails. Such a great atmosphere. Get here early though. The place tends to fill up. Another great feature is that it connects to the wildcat around back. So you can always start your evening here and then transition to the kitty later. Really enjoy their drinks in this cool retro-like place.

Parking: take an uber or lyft. cops are just waiting to get you here on ortega.“

“Very Noleta-ish locals bar. Two bar-sized pool tables with league play Tuesday nights. Juke box. Full bar. No food but you can get food from plenty of little spots in the same strip mall and eat it in the bar. TVs to show sports events. Lots of regulars. Not fancy - and that's the point. Come in and relax. Cash & credit card payments.

Vegetarian options: Bar, not a restaurant. No food served.

Dietary restrictions: Not the best spot if you have a drinking problem.

Parking: Tons of parking for the strip mall as a whole.

Kid-friendliness: It's a bar.

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes.“

“This was a beautiful day to sit outside in Santa Barbara, sipping a tasting flight of Vodka, Gin, Whiskey, and Liqueur at Cutler's Artisan Spirits. We ended up buying 2 bottles of Grandma's Tommy's Apple Pie Liqueur. It was like drinking an apple pie out of a glass.“

“Had breakfast here twice during our five-night stay. Food was delicious! Highly recommend the french toast!! Our server, Alex, was delightful. She was very pleasant, friendly, and made the absolute best latte -- better than most baristas in most coffee shops!“

“Amazing service and good. The decor was great. I ordered the chicken shawarma wrap and chicken Sharma platter. Both were great. I let our server know we would be driving back home thst might and it ws about a 3 hour drive so he checked in with us multiple times and made sure we had a great experience. Pricing is very reasonable for santa barbara. Highly recommend!!!“

“Great relaxed environment to eat delicious food. The beer selection has some classics and lots of local central coast breweries on tap. Highly recommend the pizza as the crust is perfectly light and crunchy - ideal for deep dish. Dog friendly patio, kid friendly indoor and outdoor seating. Sunday special tri-tip sandwich is always lick the plate clean good. The service is friendly and efficient. We keep coming back and are always very satisfied no matter the occasion.

Kid-friendliness: We’ve come from lunch, brunch and early dinner and the kids have always been welcomed. Lots of other families usually dining here as well.“

“The uni and yellow tail sashimi were stellar. While it was my first time at this restaurant, I had previously visited Angel Oak and can say that the experience was a bit lack luster. Albeit stunning grounds, the dining experience was not what I would expect from a Ritz Carlton. Our server was attentive and helped us celebrate our anniversary. I don't anticipate returning immediately but it was a pleasant meal nonetheless.“

“The bar tenders on the third floor are horrible. After waiting 10 minutes they refused to sell me beer and friend wine. Went to second floor and got drink service in less than 30 sec. Place would be better off installing a vending machine on the third floor to replace the bar.“

“love this place, great atmosphere and i love how they have games or you can bring your own!“

“Yummy food, quick service, and solid cocktails. We’ve come here a couple of times, and enjoyed everything we’ve had each time! It is part of a hotel lobby, which dings the ambience so slightly, but it’s very nicely re-done and a pretty place to be!“

“Unbearable was the perfect spot for our welcome wedding reception! The service was exceptional – the staff was friendly, attentive, and made sure every guest had everything they needed. We did call a few weeks prior to let them know a group of 40 were coming, and they ensured they were well staffed and prepared for us. The space was spacious and inviting, with plenty of room for guests to mingle, enjoy drinks, and indulge in delicious appetizers. We also loved that there were games available, which kept everyone entertained and added to the fun atmosphere. It was such a great way to kick off our wedding weekend, and I highly recommend Unbearable for anyone looking for a lively, well-staffed venue with great vibes!“

“absolutely the best chowder . artichokes and fish are awesome. Great service today from Manuela ! highly recommended 👌 💯“