One of our go-to bars in Santa Barbara. Tristan is a great mixologist. The La Vie En Rose is a fantastic cocktail, maybe the best in town. Lucky’s Revenge is also delicious. We prefer to order it with gin. Haven’t had too much of the food offerings but been pleased with what we’ve had. Highly recommend this spot to all our friends. Plus there’s live music Wednesday nights!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pavitra Pandey
Excellent and strong drinks. The place has a 1920s-1930s vibes with music, atmosphere, and screening of Lauren and Hardy. Will go again next time we are in Santa Barbara.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Jenny S.
Great cocktails, with a variety of flavor profiles to suit everyone's preferences. I loved that they had their own variations on Old Fashions. I got an OF that had pear syrup, the flavors were balanced really well. It was strong without being too alcohol forward. The service was friendly and quick. I would definitely come back.
Rick S.
One of my favorite cocktail lounges in Santa Barbara. The drinks here are carefully crafted and are amazing. My go-to has to be the La Vie en Rose which is a gin based cocktail with egg white that is a prefect combination of herbal, citrus, and frothy fun. The Hemingway at the Beach is similar but bourbon based that is also equally delicious. It is a great spot to visit with and enjoy a cocktail with others.
Rene G.
This place is unforgettable! I love the vibe. First visited back in February 2022, I need to return! A low key, chill atmosphere with amazing mixed drinks that we paired with a plentiful meat/cheese board. My craft cocktail had actual rose petals in it! Pretty and tasty. Cool concept of Cajé coffee by day and speakeasy by night. Drinks are v Instagrammable but also delish. Cool bartenders. Can't wait to try again.
Whitney Crehan
My Husband and I just moved to Santa Barbara from the East Coast. We are big fans of Caje coffee and this spot has a wonderful coffee mocktail program in the morning. We went here shortly after arriving and fell in love with their “LSD” cocktail. It’s amazing. We always try other cocktails when we come, but always circle back to the LSD cocktail. Tonight we got food as well … the food was absolutely fantastic. This is quickly becoming our favorite spot in SB. The staff is amazing and the service is top notch! Our server today even recognized us when we sat in our usual spot. 10/10 Love
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tim H.
Favorite craft cocktail speakeasyish bar in Santa Barbara! Old black and white silent movies playing, and 40sish music to go with it when they open.
Michael Y.
Vibes are cool, they have the artsy decor and also a TV playing some black and white films, which is nice. The old fashioned here is just really bitter and dimensionless. Maybe just not my cup of tea but it wasn't great. The other drinks were ok, but I think the vibes here are more important than the actual cocktails themselves. Great place to hang out and catch up with your friends.
TJJ
Lab Social is a nice little bar. We tried it for drinks recently and it made for a nice evening out. The drinks were good if not a touch on the expensive side. The flatbread pizza was good. The pork butt tacos OK. The seating is cosy. And they had good music the night we visited. The seating area is intimate and comfortable. It seemed like all the employees were pretty hip. That expression dates me, I know. We will return to Lab Social.
Jacob Gellman
It’s a fine place to drink. The vibe is a little outdated, like all the bartenders wearing formal vests feels very early 2010s. I like the dark interior and the outdoor seating is nice. It’s not loud, which is a plus in a bar.
Not sure what kind of voodoo magic they put into this drink, but it's perfect. I love a good espresso martini, and this is a creative (but not too out there) take. It's just the right amount of sweet, with a slight mint flavor in there too. And you know the espresso is good because caje rocks too, which is the most important part! 10/10 recommend.
Jake South
Truly a real cocktail bar. Sean and Cassandra really made some home run cocktails on the menu. Anything on the menu is incredible. The Caje on the Weekend (espresso martini) was recommended to me by another bar and I’ve never looked back. It’s my favorite and my go to. I really love this spot and always enjoy coming here.
Michael Knott
My favorite bar in the central cost. Best cocktails in the game, the atmosphere is comfortable with good upbeat music. The staff’s really the thing though. Husband and wife owner operator who are legit the coolest ppl in the industry. They always remember your name and treat you like a friend. Hard rec.
Camille Zaba
Had a great time! The drinks were delicious, staff was super friendly. There were quite a few doggos inside which I thought was cool.
Marco Szalay
Hands down the best cocktails in town! The crew is amazing, probably my favorite place in Santa Barbara!
One of our go-to bars in Santa Barbara. Tristan is a great mixologist. The La Vie En Rose is a fantastic cocktail, maybe the best in town. Lucky’s Revenge is also delicious. We prefer to order it with gin. Haven’t had too much of the food offerings but been pleased with what we’ve had. Highly recommend this spot to all our friends. Plus there’s live music Wednesday nights!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent and strong drinks. The place has a 1920s-1930s vibes with music, atmosphere, and screening of Lauren and Hardy. Will go again next time we are in Santa Barbara.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Great cocktails, with a variety of flavor profiles to suit everyone's preferences. I loved that they had their own variations on Old Fashions. I got an OF that had pear syrup, the flavors were balanced really well. It was strong without being too alcohol forward. The service was friendly and quick. I would definitely come back.
One of my favorite cocktail lounges in Santa Barbara. The drinks here are carefully crafted and are amazing. My go-to has to be the La Vie en Rose which is a gin based cocktail with egg white that is a prefect combination of herbal, citrus, and frothy fun. The Hemingway at the Beach is similar but bourbon based that is also equally delicious. It is a great spot to visit with and enjoy a cocktail with others.
This place is unforgettable! I love the vibe. First visited back in February 2022, I need to return! A low key, chill atmosphere with amazing mixed drinks that we paired with a plentiful meat/cheese board. My craft cocktail had actual rose petals in it! Pretty and tasty. Cool concept of Cajé coffee by day and speakeasy by night. Drinks are v Instagrammable but also delish. Cool bartenders. Can't wait to try again.
My Husband and I just moved to Santa Barbara from the East Coast. We are big fans of Caje coffee and this spot has a wonderful coffee mocktail program in the morning. We went here shortly after arriving and fell in love with their “LSD” cocktail. It’s amazing. We always try other cocktails when we come, but always circle back to the LSD cocktail. Tonight we got food as well … the food was absolutely fantastic. This is quickly becoming our favorite spot in SB. The staff is amazing and the service is top notch! Our server today even recognized us when we sat in our usual spot. 10/10 Love
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Favorite craft cocktail speakeasyish bar in Santa Barbara! Old black and white silent movies playing, and 40sish music to go with it when they open.
Vibes are cool, they have the artsy decor and also a TV playing some black and white films, which is nice. The old fashioned here is just really bitter and dimensionless. Maybe just not my cup of tea but it wasn't great. The other drinks were ok, but I think the vibes here are more important than the actual cocktails themselves. Great place to hang out and catch up with your friends.
Lab Social is a nice little bar. We tried it for drinks recently and it made for a nice evening out. The drinks were good if not a touch on the expensive side. The flatbread pizza was good. The pork butt tacos OK. The seating is cosy. And they had good music the night we visited. The seating area is intimate and comfortable. It seemed like all the employees were pretty hip. That expression dates me, I know. We will return to Lab Social.
It’s a fine place to drink. The vibe is a little outdated, like all the bartenders wearing formal vests feels very early 2010s. I like the dark interior and the outdoor seating is nice. It’s not loud, which is a plus in a bar.
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Not sure what kind of voodoo magic they put into this drink, but it's perfect. I love a good espresso martini, and this is a creative (but not too out there) take. It's just the right amount of sweet, with a slight mint flavor in there too. And you know the espresso is good because caje rocks too, which is the most important part! 10/10 recommend.
Truly a real cocktail bar. Sean and Cassandra really made some home run cocktails on the menu. Anything on the menu is incredible. The Caje on the Weekend (espresso martini) was recommended to me by another bar and I’ve never looked back. It’s my favorite and my go to. I really love this spot and always enjoy coming here.
My favorite bar in the central cost. Best cocktails in the game, the atmosphere is comfortable with good upbeat music. The staff’s really the thing though. Husband and wife owner operator who are legit the coolest ppl in the industry. They always remember your name and treat you like a friend. Hard rec.
Had a great time! The drinks were delicious, staff was super friendly. There were quite a few doggos inside which I thought was cool.
Hands down the best cocktails in town! The crew is amazing, probably my favorite place in Santa Barbara!