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    Corks n' Crowns

    4.0 (323 reviews)
    ModerateWine Bars
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating

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    Wine recommendations were spot on!
    Leah K.

    Tucked just off State Street near the Funk Zone, this laid-back, hole-in-the-wall-style tasting room was such a fun surprise. The owner's wit and banter had us laughing all afternoon, but he struck the perfect balance of giving our party of four space to enjoy our chats too. We originally stopped in just to escape the heat with one glass, but his wine recommendations were spot on--we stayed for several rounds! Tried the whites, sparkling rosé, and even a few beers... everything was fantastic. Note to owner: Love the idea of the corner seating area with games, but they're a bit dated. A few newer options--both adult-humor and family-friendly--might make folks linger even longer.

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    Kayla N.

    When visiting Santa Barbara this past weekend, our hotel gave us a card to get a buy 1 get 1 wine tasting as well as 10% off any other purchases. With that, we headed over there right after exploring Stearn's Wharf around 6PM but unfortunately, we missed the tasting period as they stop at 5PM. Despite missing the tasting, we decided to stay as there was live music, the ambiance was fun and the staff was really friendly. Jasmine was the server who helped us and she was fantastic! Not only was she friendly, but she was very helpful in our decision of which bottle to order. Based on our preferences we mentioned, she suggested the Y3 and it was perfect! This is a great place to make new friends who also enjoy wine and a good time but also a great to go for a little date night! We'd definitely come back if visiting again - so fun!

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    Natalie F.

    Maria was so kind and helpful! She was great company and was very knowledgeable about all the wines. Shared the gold wine tasting flight. The Grenache blanc Bieler pere& fils la jassine was great so I decided to get a glass. There was a nice fire pit inside and the atmosphere was great and they keep the place very clean. Really enjoyed and would definitely come back.

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    Andy L.

    Good place to stop for a glass of wine In Santa Barbara. Service was good. Seating available inside or on a small patio. Small bites are available. Wine selection is ok, wish it was more local instead of huge brands being carried.

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    Cassie C.

    Kind servers and delicious Pinot noirs! I really enjoyed my flight and especially liked the first Pinot noir in the tasting. They have a cute but small patio as well as indoor seating, and are dog friendly with water and bowls available. Great funk zone spot!

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    Jing W.

    Hands down the coziest little bar I've ever been to! The vibe is super warm and chill, and the live singer is amazing -- makes every drink way more enjoyable. Tried three Napa Valley wines and they were all fantastic. The beer tasting is also fun -- you get four different beers, each with its own unique flavor. Best part? Super pet-friendly! Brought my cat and we had the most relaxing afternoon and evening here. Everyone feels like an old friend, the staff are incredibly nice and chatty, with the warmest smiles. The atmosphere is just perfect. Definitely coming back!

    Tae G.

    After catching the train to Santa Barbara for the day, this was THEE only wine bar I found to carry a sweet. Every other place made dry, tart wines. The gentleman working was very helpful with recommendations. My new favorite: Saracco Moscato d'Asti. This place also has live music and got packed by early evening.

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    Pamela C.

    We wandered in after peaking into a few other tasting rooms that seemed way too snooty for our laid back wine style. What a find! Great reasonable flights for all tastes. The owner served us and could not have been more fun and informative! We ordered some tasty bites which were perfect as well, we found the whole afternoon perfectly charming. We left with a couple bottles of fabulous wines and memories of beautiful Santa Barbara.

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    Jessica S.

    We found this place after aimlessly wandering the streets of Santa Barbara one Friday morning. After a bit of deliberation, we decided to give it a go. We were initially a bit worried, since it was devoid of customers, but given the time of day (not even noon, we're such lushes) it wasn't entirely unexpected. Let me start by saying this was our favorite tasting room of the weekend. Not just because the wines are delicious, but because the service was top notch. We were greeted, the pups were loved on, and we had a couple flights each perched on the counter in front of us in short order. I started with the Gold tasting - a Pinot Grigio, a Pinot Noir and a Cabernet Franc; my husband got the Platinum tasting - two Cabernet Sauvignons and a red blend. While I enjoyed the three wines in my flight, the Cabernet Franc was the winner by far. I really enjoyed the fruity, juicy, ripe flavors, and I'm glad it was the last one I tasted in that flight. My second flight (don't judge, we *were* celebrating our anniversary, after all) was the Rose trio...not my favorite, I'm just not a fan of Roses, but I figured I'd give them a shot in case they had something that could change my mind. For the hubs, his second flight was the Diamond flight: two Cabernet Sauvignons and a Pinot Noir this time. After the Rose flight I went right back to a pour of the Cab Franc, and my husband got a pour of the Falcone Cabernet Sauvignon. We really enjoyed the venue - posted up at the counter of their patio, soaking up the sun and wind, chatting with people walking by and with the staff. We'll definitely head back to sample their updated flights on our next Santa Barbara visit.

    Marcela L.

    Fun and laid back place to enjoy some wine. The service was really great and the wine was quite tasty. I enjoyed the white wine flight while my friend enjoyed the red wine flight. I enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere and will surely return when I'm in the area again.

    Carole S.

    Very nice experience. Great wine tasting and cupcakes too. Nick was great...very friendly!

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    Taylor C.

    Corks n Crown is a different experience than a lot of the tasting rooms in the funk zone. They have both wine and beers to choose from. The staff is always knowledgeable and provide good recommendations. There is a good sized menu so you have lots of options to choose from. The space itself is really cute. Fire places, couches, bar stools and outdoor seating. It can get crowded but if you get a seat you are in for a treat!

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    Bethany R.

    We missed their tasting flights by a few mins but we enjoyed a glass of rose each, my friends was on the sweeter side and mine a little more dry. They had live music, friendly staff, and a homie interior vibe with a fireplace going. Very relaxing and warm environment!

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