I would give more than 5 stars if I could! We hosted our wedding reception at Brass Bear, and I…read morewould go way over the character limit here if I listed everything I loved about working with them. I truly cannot say enough wonderful things about the entire experience. We were looking for a laid-back and unique venue, and Brass Bear absolutely delivered. From start to finish, the team (especially Emily!) went above and beyond to make our day perfect. The space itself is welcoming and full of character, while also feeling elevated and thoughtfully designed. We actually saved a lot on decor because the venue was already so beautiful on its own. The top things that really set Brass Bear apart (aside from the space itself) were the staff and the food/drinks. The staff -- Every single person we worked with was kind, responsive, professional, and genuinely invested in making sure everything ran smoothly and that it was truly the party of our dreams. They were incredibly accommodating, handled logistics seamlessly, and anticipated needs before we even had to ask. It honestly felt like they cared about our wedding just as much as we did. Also throughout the evening, on their own, the amazing staff checked in on me and the groom, seeing if we wanted a drink refill or a cup of water. The food-- Hands down the best menu we sampled while choosing a reception venue. We wanted a place that would have a spread guests would talk about long after the event, and for months afterward our friends and family were still bringing up the tri-tip and how good everything tasted. Not only was the main food insanely delicious, the welcome charcuterie table was put together beautifully with so many options. The drinks -- The open bar was fantastic! Brass Bear offered a great variety of alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks as part of their open bar, the flow of guests being served at multiple bar stations stayed steady all evening with no bottlenecks, and they even helped me create a custom cocktail to match my purple hair. I also probably emailed (literally) a thousand questions throughout the planning process, and every single one was met with a kind, thoroughly explained answer, or a "let's see if we can make that work!" response, which made the planning feel like a breeze and really fun. If you're considering Brass Bear Brewery for a wedding, celebration, or any special event, do not hesitate. They helped create memories we'll treasure forever, and we are SO grateful we chose them. Highly, highly, highly recommend.

The food tasted old. We had the chicken Caesar wrap, it all fell apart while eating it and the…read morechicken was so dry. The brisket tacos .... The brisket tasted like it had been reheated multiple times prior. Kids grilled cheese for $9 was even a disappointment. Not sure where the local food comes from but we won't be returning. Table next to us had the exact same experience... bummer

Lots of great beer, wine, and cocktail choices. Really enjoyed their Frozen Mango Margarita, and…read morethe husband enjoyed his Old Fashioned. Would love to come back and try some of their beers on tap. Love the wide open seating inside, and even saw a couple dogs. Happy to have another place on my list that I can visit with my doggo! They also had a little restaurant (Nook) you could order food at. A bit over-priced, but the food was good. Lobster Mac & Cheese was a little short on the lobster but was overall tasty. We came during a weekday afternoon and had no problems finding street parking. Overall, a great choice to just relax and enjoy a drink.

Super impressed with the adult beverage game, Beer, Wine, and Cocktails available!…read moreBeer cave with a variety of choices and a mix&match deal Food available too! Well behaved Dogs allowed on patio Tried the Boochcraft Strawberry Lemonade - very nice! Also ordered the Sauvignon Blanc - refreshing Great atmosphere Beach, chill & relaxing vibes 10 out of 10 Izzy made our first time experience amazing, thank you!!!

First time visiting SB Biergarten and this place absolutely delivered. Perfect spot to grab a cold…read morebeer, catch up with friends, go on a casual date, or even just enjoy a solo afternoon in Santa Barbara. The atmosphere was relaxed, welcoming, and full of good energy from the moment we walked in. I had the MadeWest Hazy on draft served in an ice-cold Pint, exactly what you want on a warm Santa Barbara day. My girlfriend had a great time, and the whole experience felt effortless and fun. One of the coolest parts of the visit was meeting Chris, a local who told us this is one of his favorite hangout spots and where he brings his dog Harlo. He gave us some awesome local recommendations and really added to the laid back community vibe that makes this place special. The bartenders and hosts were all attentive, friendly, and professional. You could genuinely tell the staff enjoys what they do, and that energy carries throughout the entire place. It's refreshing to see hospitality thriving like this in Santa Barbara. Definitely adding this to my regular stop whenever I'm in SB. Great drinks, great people, great atmosphere. Highly recommend. - Ian Lantz

Great place Great beer selection…read more Lots of seating Friendly helpful staff Great menu selection Prices are comparable Cheeseburgers are great not frozen French fries are good Pretzel was good Poutine was excellent Beer was great Definitely recommend

We were SO impressed with Third Window. If you're down to wait in the long line during the Friday…read morenight rush, it's worth it. They took our drink orders while we waited. We ordered smash burgers, fries (with homemade ranch), and the mushroom medley pizza. Everything was INCREDIBLE.

We visited Third Window Brewing for the first time on 05/24/2026 at about 5:45PM…read more We actually came to visit Potek Winery/Municipal Winemakers; however, ended up also ordering from Third Window, so we could enjoy some wine and food. They have a great outdoor area with lots of tables out front and in the courtyard. Some indoor areas as well. Yes, on the weekends, there is a line for food; however, it is worth the wait. The prices are really reasonable as well. Our table for two, ordered the Avocado Jalapeno Smashed Cheeseburger. 5 out of 5 for this burger. So yummy. We also shared the Sweet Heat Pizza, which had a delicious red sauce with Pineapple, Pepperoni and Jalapeno, which is one of our favorite combinations. Finally, we shared a large fry with the chipotle aioli and the bbq sauce as dipping sauces. Overall, we enjoyed everything; however, for the two of us we felt we could have done without the fries -- as the pizza and burger would have been enough. We would definitely return again in the future.

Nice looking bar. We came right when it just opened for the day. Nice beer. Would love to come…read moreback and try more. Bartender (brewer? owner?) was very friendly.

Greeted as we were walking by and decided to stop by! Not busy as a band had just finished playing…read more We tried different beers and ultimately settled for the cider/sour mix suggested by the gal working that night. It was refreshing! Def would stop back if in SB. Loved the vibes and friendliness of staff. So attentive . Clean spot too!

Today is Thursday so apparently they Welcome & Treat College students with a night of their own $5…read morePints from 6 - Close. Don't forget your ID Bru! Excellent beers served with a smile; The brews choices are endless but I'm such a light weight I decided on Citrus Santa Barbara or Santa Barbara Citrus "te digo" lol it's only 4.3 Love it, it's crisp & fruity tasting but yet refreshingly light. "No calories" Bueno ... not that many. It's a perfect location for sightseeing y shopping, do drink responsibly, "yo digo" y la ley de Santa Bárbara, CA.

Phenomenal place. The music. The staff. The drink options! Everything was so great and we had a…read morefantastic time. Out of 3 other breweries we've tried in the area, this one really stood out to my husband and I. We really appreciate the honest & how genuine the staff is and can't wait to checkout the live music soon & pick up some crowlers!

Beer hopping didn't disappoint at TOPA TOPA, this brewery is airy with their high ceiling warehouse…read more& local art displays on walls buy one or two! Service is friendly and fast they are Chill to the core. Parking is better if you walk here like we did lol. Tonight is TRIVIA night, we left because we didn't want to beat the young. It tends to fill up fast so grab your barstool in case you plan to plant yo' self!

My wife and I had the opportunity to stop here for a beer. We met Eleina (Sorry if spelled wrong),…read morethe bartender on duty. She was amazing with suggestions and conversation. It is a very beautiful spot. So airy. My wife had the Chief Peak beer and I had the Sunburst beer. We loved both. This beer spot is so nice.

Absolutely love Institution Ale in downtown Santa Barbara. It's a great place to stop in for a…read moreshort visit or to take your time as you wander down gorgeous State Street. The atmosphere is top tier with big beautiful windows covering the front of the brewery giving you sweeping views of the tree lined State Street. Modern and clean inside, shiny concrete counter tops surround the large bar area and there's a good sized patio out front if you want to enjoy the breeze. There were so many beers that looked delicious that we opted for a flight so we could try as many as possible. They let us build our own flight and our favorite turned out to be a Thai chili infused brew but their IPA selection was really good too. They've got good happy hour deals and pretty cute merch. We opted just for drinks but their pizza looked pretty good on our neighbor's tables. This is a must visit for brew lovers when in downtown Santa Barbara.

Food was delicious service was just as good and you had views of the neighborhood and football…read moregames on the TVs. Plenty of Inside seating and some outdoor. They also have seating in the back that has arcade games. Definitely a place worth visiting will be back for sure.

Had a pretty good hazy IPA and the brewtender was a good dude! Also have a good truck out back…read morewhich was excellent!

Having been to the Paseo Nuevo outdoor mall a good two dozen times in the years we've made Santa…read moreBarbara our "getaway spot", it's always interesting to see how the mall uses its spaces; especially since it just underwent a renovation lasting over a year. Captain Fatty's is a microbrewery from Goleta that I had never heard of before, and anybody who's read my Yelps knows I'm a Craft Beer nut. The Beer Garden is located in the open space near the elevators, just down from Eureka (who also has a couple of their beers on tap) and near a store called "Smoky Pink". To be honest, this space has served many purposes in the past; including hosting the Folklorico presentations during Santa Barbara's Fiesta event. The Beer Garden consists of a small Airstream that serves as a mini-taproom, and about 6-8 tables set up with the rest of the area roped off to designate the allowed drinking area. The family and I were in Santa Barbara this past weekend (10/28) when we came across this spot, and we were pleasantly surprised since we found ourselves a bit parched. They offer about 6 or so beers on tap. My brother and I had their "Blue" a west-coast IPA that was delicious and refreshing. The bartender at the time, Yvonne, was a wealth of information about Captain Fatty's and their offerings. Apparently, the brewery is well-known in the area and is celebrating its 10th year! Who knew?!?! Well I guess I would if I was a local... hahaha.. I can only wish! Our experience there was very pleasant. The beers were delicious, the employee was friendly and the location was perfect. Yvonne said they had just signed a lease to be there for another year; so we hope to see them again on our travels to the American Riviera!

W Spot W Vibes W Taquitos…read more Came here for some apps and a drink and left with tremendous energy and a new found love for Taquitos. Probably one of the best appetizers I've had in a long time. They have managed to somehow perfect Steak Taquitos -- the crunch, tender steak, and gorgeous sauce amount to a beautiful bite and experience. Cant wait to be back for those bad boys

Came here after Moxi with the family and it hit the spot. Got the A5 sandwich, truffle fries,…read morecarnitas nachos, and mac & cheese kids meal. The A5 sandwich was solid juicy and flavorful. Truffle fries were crispy with good seasoning, definitely one of the better ones. Carnitas nachos were loaded and great for sharing. The mac & cheese kids meal was simple but perfect for the kids. Prices were pretty affordable for what you get, which made it even better. Service was smooth and food came out quick even though it was busy. Only reason not a full 5 is it can get a little loud and crowded, but overall a great spot after a long day out.