18 Best Cocktail Bars in Santa Ana

“The outside does not represent the dope interior vibe!
Bartenders are great & friendly.
Crowd is chill, mix age group.
Tables n booth available for bigger groups.
Back has a taco truck, lots of space, a dj, and heaters. Win win.“

“Fantastic classic rock cover bands every night from 9pm to 1am! Great bar selection and drinks are priced right.“

“Showed up with my boy who was visiting from out of town. Never been to a lounge or bar in Santa Ana before. This is definitely the neighborhood spot, but they made me and my friend feel like regulars.

Claudia hooked it up with the libations. She made it happen. I mean you won’t get Clase Azul here but you’ll get first class food and service.

I had no idea the food was going to be on point as it was and it surprised me. You expect bar food, but this food is on another level. Fresh made tortilla chips served hot with mouth watering and juicy tacos. I had the asada and al pastor. Served hot and fresh.

Claudia and the chef Josh made it real nice for the experience. I highly recommend if you’re in Santa Ana. It’s dark in there so when we came out the doors at 5p you definitely need sun shades or time to adjust.

It’s a perfect vibe in there. Lookout for the baby giraffe!“

“I gotta say, Las Vegas Bar takes your mind off of whatever. Santana jente vibe. Chill people. Beautiful girls on their hustle. Gotta speak Spanish though, not even spanglish, espanish. Some where to lay back and get drunk off the girls. I've been just a few times to unwind, switch gears, works every time. No one trippn, buena jente.“

“Buen ambiente.la música variada, que no paras de bailar..😃“

“I absolutely love Kiazen Shabu! The food here is consistently amazing, with fresh ingredients and rich, flavorful broths that make every bite memorable. The owner and the entire team are incredibly friendly, always making you feel welcome from the moment you walk in. I especially appreciate how the owner often offers free alcohol to customers, adding that extra touch of hospitality. I first visited when they first opened a few years ago, and at that time, it wasn’t too busy. But with the incredible food, excellent service, and inviting atmosphere, it’s no surprise that Kiazen Shabu has become so popular. Now, it's always packed, so be prepared to wait, especially on weekends and during dinner hours – but trust me, it's worth it! I highly recommend trying most of their dishes; you won’t be disappointed. Kiazen Shabu is a must-visit for anyone who loves delicious food and top-notch service!“

“Nice place to enjoy some food and drinks… Loved it’s ambiance and service.“

“Food was great , portions were huge , quality was top notch , Alaskan king crab legs were massive , staff very friendly and grateful for your business. Will def return“

“I went to Europe for two weeks and my entire time there I ate at a lot of tapas places. The only way to describe those places is that they felt like home, they felt warm and places that after a busy and stressful day of work you just want to sit there, rest, replenish and build back the courage to get back to business. Element felt just like that. In the heart of Santa Ana, the heart of Orange County, this place allows you to slow down through the business of life and recharge, laugh, connect with the local community and get right back to it. You can enjoy some incredible food that is cooked with precision and by a chief that enjoys his craft, you can drink some cocktails that have been carefully crafted to suit your needs and you can enjoy a community that cares about you and is proud of their upbringing. If you want to feel at home, if you want to feel refreshed and want to get a taste of the European fun while being close to home, Element is the place to be.“

“Delicious food!! Great service!!“

“Had a blast with all of our old friends from back in our "Bamboo Lounge" days. Gari Ann was the perfect Karaoke host. See you all next month!!“

“Nice place to enjoy some food and drinks… Loved it’s ambiance and service.“

“Great vibe Great drinks, the coconut margarita was to die for!! We got rib eye tacos and this yummy shrimp dish with cilantro and garlic with fresh bread!! So good Big screen tv with game on . Great service too. Highly recommended. We had reservations and walking distance to Yost“

“Good food, great service, nice and cozy atmosphere and the drinks 🍹 were great“

“My bartender is in a much better mood than most airport restaurant staff! Appreciating him
The oaxacana bowl is not great. Sweet potato is chopped uncomfortably small, my brain processes each chunk as a carrot and I become afraid. The flavors do not blend very well together -- red onion is overpowering. The shrimp are well seasoned! The fig & lemon cocktail is nice but tastes nothing like fig. There is a big lemon chunk, which is aesthetically unappealing but appreciated. Solidly okay experience.“

“Our lunch meeting today was fabulous! Great service & great food. Thank you!“

“Autumn:

After consideration of reading all previous reviews. I decided to go out on May 24th, 2025, & give it a change to The Copper Door. I can say that I had a great experience starting with thanks to Ms. Autumn. Including from the bouncers at front door that greeted us, waitresses (Autumn) & the bartender that attended us two. I’m from out of state and I was given the chance to experience a great place to go and have fun with friends. A table for a bottle service is great. All depends on what You’re willing to pay. Definitely looking forward to attend once more in the future specially since I’m planing to move to the area. I literally thought I had to go to LA, to have a great tike. But The Copper Door in Santa Ana, is a place to go. Check it out. Give your review & let others hear you out. ✌️“