Pura Vida Coffee Society

651 Paseo Nuevo, Santa Barbara
(805) 324-4472

Recent Reviews

Lucie Charrier

Amazing coffee!The place is nicely decorated as well!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jana Westermann

Best cold brew I’ve had in California!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Marc A.

The owner and the other people that work here are super chill, vibe is great and fun place to just hang out with a nice cup of Java, or in my case a dirty chai. Should definitely be on the list for coffee lovers visiting SB.

Liz G.

I had heard good things of this coffee shop so came to try. The coffee was smooth and delicious. The service was great he was engaging and gave us stickers! The coffee shop had tables if you wanted to sit and enjoy coffee in store would serve in ceramic mug. Highly recommend

Alex Gallardo

Came here on the last stop back towards LA. Was not disappointed by this fabulous coffee at all and the different blends and styles they had were definitely worth the stop.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jesse Vedad Haghi

Barista was friendly, the coffee was delicious and the atmosphere was relaxed and cozy. If you’re in the area it’s a great spot for a pick me up. The blended Black Forest and affogato are very good.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Cheese Cake

Neda Riaziat

It’s really hard to find a good study spot that has good coffee, good food, and stays open late. This place is definitely a hidden gem in Santa Barbara and has the kindest staff on top of it!

Monica Velasquez

Hands down!! This is the best coffee shop I have been in. Reminds me my local coffee place in town. Service was nothing less than excellent! I wish I could give 10 stars. My family and I loved the Frappuccino and mocca, cashier guy with tattoos was very friendly, very polite, and one of the reasons I could drive with my fam for over 3 hours straight just to enjoy the place and the best customer service I have ever seen.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: House Drip Coffee

Roxy C.

*EDITED* Was initially really excited to have a Costa Rican restaurant/cafe in town as there aren't many in California. I have been here twice, first time was ok. Service ok, coffee was really good, I had the crème brûlée latte and tried the aztec mocha. Business states they offer alternative milks however, the two times I went which was pretty early in the morning, they did not have any alternative milks available, which is surprising for a business that's open pretty late. Tables seemed neglected and as if they don't get wiped down throughout the day and were sticky. Was sad that there was no Tica food (comida tica) but one option on the menu. Second time, they messed up my order, service was just odd and again all the tables were dirty. Overall, did not feel authentic. After the second visit, the service really turned me away from coming back and the overall consistent uncleanliness. However, the Isr*eli flag on the counter was also a major factor as to why I don't intend on coming back here again especially knowing this place supports genocide. Personally, not aligned with my values but if you support the actions of the Isr*eli govt and apartheid, go right ahead.

Will Heo

Nice coffee place that opens until late. Convenient parking through paseo nuevo. Downside is that drinks are on the pricier side, and prices were not listed on the menu. Their mangonada was a bit too sweet, but I liked their pour-over.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amber E.

One of the few coffee shops open later! My daughter was craving a coffee drink all day, so stopped in here. She loved all the fun options, and finally settled on the Crème Bry latte - a vanilla cream latte w/ a sugar crust. Comfy seating, too. Nice spot!

Erika S.

Cream Brûlée late was delicious! As a coffee lover I highly recommend Pura Vida. Yummy latte.

Harley Hill

Lovely. Thank you, Mike.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Caprese Avo Toast

Celia Medina

Was visiting in Santa Barbara ca, and nice people at the coffee shop. Thank

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

Nelson Tran

Oatmilk latte while shopping was delicious. Even wife was happy, that was rare. Worth making a trip!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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