I did do some research about Dart Coffee in Santa Barbara Funk Zone before coming here, it was about a 10 mins. from my hotel. There was a line waiting outside the door, so I waited about 20 mins, just to order and pay for order then another about 20 mins. to get my order, this is a small place, so you're moving a lot getting out of people way waiting to get their order, there is a restaurant with then small Dart Coffee Co, the tables and chairs are for both eateries. I ordered the june bug lavender latte with oak milk it was pretty good creamy and not too sweet. The staff here were nice with service a smile. read more

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amazing coffee and matcha. This place is super cute and the service is great. you have to try the cortado with their koatji oatmilk. It is a little sour because of the fermented oat milk, but it is so lovely and provides the right amount of drink for your energy needs! As for the matcha lemonade, how refreshing! this is the first place outside of Japan that I have found to really add in A LOT of matcha and make the drink the true matcha color and flavor! read more

Zoe, the best barista in the West. Thank you for always getting it so right, making my drinks so perfectly every time. I love Dart, every Dart, but this one feels like home. read more

Solid latte with fresh roasted on site beans. The line ebbs and flows but even with a short line there will be a wait because they are slow. There were no pastries when I came this time, but premade burritos they heat up. I deducted a star because they need a deep cleaning. There was a substantial amount of dust on the wire that holds the ceiling decor and also on the light fixture above the pink dart board. read more

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The drinks are nothing to write home about, but they're good. I ordered a standard matcha latte and my partner ordered a cortado. Service was great. Ambiance was a bit chaotic as it shares a seating area with one or two other businesses. Not sure if I'd go back. read more

I didn't like it! maybe I ordered it wrong but I got an iced churro Cortado and it just tasted like a really strong espresso shot. I didn't taste churro or even cinnamon at all. The flavor was bitter which also was off putting. it's a small coffee stall paired with a food place and it's pretty crammed in there. My husband was checking out the food place and watched one of the employees sneeze into his hand and continue cooking. Gross. Probably won't be back. read more

Solid local coffee shop, good vibe, great service, nice sunlight. I had a back coffee.

Just ordered two beach brews. Took three sips as we walked back to the car and tossed them out when we got to the parking lot. It was so watery, the ice is crushed so that doesn't help. I'd also prefer not drink iced coffee that tastes like wet brown paper. Good location and friendly service but will not be getting coffee there again. read more

Fast and easy service it was pretty busy but I got an iced vanilla latte and it was v yummy would recommend stopping by and grabbing something here read more

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Popped by here on our trip to Santa Barbara - Ordered iced lavender lattes and tbh they just tasted like milk. I didn't notice any lavender flavor whatsoever and the espresso was weak. The croissants and baked goods we ordered were good though! read more

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The appointed hype here was the food. This is ranked soley on that, not the coffee. The pasteries missed the mark. The doughnut tasted like something maybe from Dunkin Doughnuts. Sweet and commercialized. The texture wasn't airy and fluffy, it was rather firm, but the size was moderate to large. Wife and kids were underwhelmed by their basic bagel with cream cheese. Really on point with Costco. The tables were small and densely packed. Zero kid friendly. Definitely appropriate for students who want to avoid the crowd or retired rich folks who want to sit on their Kindle. Line was long though. read more

Coffee was okay, matcha was very bad. Before I start the review, I need to say that service was good and the ambiance was also pleasant. However out of the 4 drinks I tried, 3 were terrible and one was decent. The dirty chai was an okay drink, average, but enjoyable nonetheless. However the matcha latte was genuinely one of the worst matchas I have ever tried. I do not mean to be a hater, but whatever matcha blend they use is extremely weak and has absolutely 0 flavor. The latte tasted like plain oat milk, and the matcha lemonade tasted like straight lemon juice. And since we're on the topic of lemonades, both the matcha and lavender lemonades were extremely sour and tasted nothing like the advertised flavor. The drinks were so sour they were almost dehydrating. Overall it's a nice place but I would stay far away from the matcha and lemonades. read more

Garden outside gives it so many points. So magical. The baristas were nice too! I got the matcha lemonade which was super good. Solid would come again! read more

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The coffee is delicious, thoughtfully handled and prepared, not to mention roasted on site. The breezy open space is shared with Tamar, which deserves a review of its own, but I can advise to show up hungry and ready for a hearty lunch. It was busy during my visit and rightfully so, as they seem to be doing everything right at this location. From what I could tell there's great emphasis on connection and creativity, displayed in the hung painting behind the register, by artful postcards from the same artist, and by their coffee/ tea selections that highlight origin and process. My espresso was their Yanonali blend (Guatemala, Peru & Ethiopia) served with optional sparkling water as palate cleanser. The extraction was on the longer side while retaining a satisfying velvety texture & sweetness; bright but carefully balanced fruity acidity with a clean finish. No notes really, aside from maybe one nitpick: why not provide a tiny spoon with my fancy little coffee board? Anyway just some thoughts on an outstanding coffee experience, in a town known for its good coffee shops. read more

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I can see why there is so much hype around this place. The line was super long as well as the wait, the place was packed, but the coffee was so delicious. Definitely worth the try if you are in the area but don't be surprised if you are there for a while. read more

My favorite coffee shop in Santa Barbara! The flat vanilla latte I had was the perfect ratio of sweetness, milk, to espresso. (Accompanied with beautiful latte art.) The pastries and food are amazing. The burritos (2 for $24.00) were big and filling. I'd ask for 2 salsas since they are bit dry without them. But I like that they aren't greasy. The tortillas are different, flakier, but good. I also had the best chocolate chip cookie ($5!) ever! Vegan options! My daughter loved her vegan burrito (make sure you ask them to mark it if you order more than one non vegan.) read more

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Amazing lattes excellent service! Unfortunately their pastries were almost all gone by the time we got there but we really enjoyed their coffee and their garden seating area. Kid friendly too! read more

Catie and Sofia serve up great coffee. I love that there is no surcharge for having plant-based milk. Thank you so much the coffee and food. Offerings are excellent. There's something for everyone. read more

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Stopped by to try this place and ordered a vanilla latte. It was good. Beware of the long line. read more

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Very busy popular spot in the funk zone. Lots of people sitting at tables on their laptops and socializing. Small and quaint with a handful of tables for seating. The line went out the door but moved pretty fast. There is also a shawarma restaurant inside if you are craving something more than coffee. Ordered the Americano which was nice and strong. Only thing is they don't carry Splenda. I like that they don't rush you out so you can study or just hang out with friends. read more

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We enjoyed our experience at Dart Coffee Company so much thus morning that we stopped by Dart's second location. I enjoyed the Oat Milk Latte. The pastry selection was also excellent. Service was fast, friendly and efficient! read more

This was our go to coffee spot as we were moving our son to Westmont! The coffee was rich in flavor, and clean. They also did a great job making a drink for my son who has a nut allergy. read more

I've been here twice, both times on a road trip passing through Santa Barbara. In short, their coffee is the best! There was a long line when I showed up around 11am on a Sunday, but it only took about 10-15 minutes of waiting. The server was really friendly and efficient. I ordered a cortado for myself and an espresso macchiato for my husband, plus a chocolate donut for our daughter. Both of our coffees were so good. They were not bitter, with a mid-roasted kind of flavor and a bit of subtle tang. The milk/foam was perfectly complimentary to the espresso. The vibe in here is a mix of modern trendy and old-town Mexican decor. It's a nice mix because it's not the typical overdone insta-trendy coffee shop and it has its own unique flair that fits the local culture. They also serve empanadas so if you want to come for a breakfast or light lunch, you can have some of that alongside your delicious coffee! read more

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Super cute coffee shop shared with a Mediterranean food cafe. The de or is lovely inside and has seating facing the outdoors without windows for some fresh air. The staff was friendly and happy. Would definitely come back read more

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Came here to wait for a friend to get off work while i worked remote, and ended up having to leave. If I had read another patrons review then I would have seen this isn't the place to go to get computing work done... they have one inaccessible wall outlet and their WiFi doesn't work. Rather disappointing as it's a cute place with good music and atmosphere. This is a shared space with Tamar and the prep work they were doing could potentially be distracting / noisy for some though. I ordered a June bug iced lavender latte and breakfast empanada. They make their syrup in house and it tastes great, not overly strong or sweet. The breakfast empanada was honestly a little bland and most of the flavor came from the salsa. I might get them again but I'd try a different flavor read more

Dart Coffee Co - Iced June bug lavender latte and breakfast empanada - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

While the line was long at Dart, I do think it was worth it. We stopped on our way up to Cambria from Los Angeles. I got the churro coffee (the flavor is subtle, if you like a sweet coffee this isn't for you) The food was suprisingly great. One of the best pink donuts I've had + we both loved the breakfast empanada. read more

This vanilla latte was worth every penny. However the beach brew was low key underwhelming because it just had a regular coffee taste and not the salt or anything else like I had before. However, the ambiance was a chiller vibe which I love and the service was great. read more

Dart Coffee Co - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Stopped in this morning while driving through the Funk Zone and noticed this hip, nice looking coffee shop. Saw they had breakfast burritos, and found a spot to park. Line moved slow but staff was very friendly. Ordered an Americano and unfortunately it was pretty watery and I could hardly taste the espresso. Not up to snuff for modern quality coffee shops in my opinion. The real disappointment was the burritos. Clearly they are not prepared on site or at least not fresh. They totally overheated it and the tortilla was crispy, dry, and the whole thing was too hot to eat for a long time and lacked flavor. It was a bacon and egg burrito but it was mostly just beans and rice. Super underwhelming.. my son who loves burritos bailed on his less than half way in. Sadly won't be stopping here again. Management please make whatever moves you need to get this spot on the level it should be! Thank you. read more

We saw the reviews and rode our bikes over from our hotel as we are visitors here. Great pick from my boyfriend. Such a cute atmosphere, great coffee and service! Everything pink! Cute! read more

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Way too slow. You'll wait forever for a latte. The staff seems to enjoy talking with each other more than attending to their jobs. Then they'll say thanks for waiting. Like you have a choice. read more

Such a cute little place! Love the decor; so IG worthy! I got the match sunrise & it was very good! The lemonade was nice & tarte and tasted fresh. The matcha was not as noticeable flavor-wise but still good! I also noticed that they don't charge for alternative milks like oat milk so I would definitely come back to try something else! read more

Dart Coffee Co - Matcha sunrise - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

A fast-moving, non-stop line, sometimes going out the door. Pleasant staff. The coffee was excellent, and I loved the pink theme. The ambiance was lively. While there aren't designated seats, they share the space with Tamar restaurant. read more

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I had coffee with my brunch in the morning but I realized I needed more coffee. Drift is super duper cute. It's attached to a cute little restaurant. The baristas were friendly and I got served quickly (and you did a great job on my latte art it looked fantastic ). They make their syrups in house which is important to me and my vanilla oat milk latte was delicious. Will re-visit for sure read more

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Cute coffee shop with delicious drinks! I got matcha with oat milk and honey sweetener and it was a nice balance of flavor. Really liked the pink aesthetic. I went a bit earlier in the morning so it wasn't too busy, but either way the service was friendly and fast. The prices were reasonable as well. read more

Dart Coffee Co - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Amazing Coffee, fantastic atmosphere, the decor here is lovely. Just a beatiful little local shop. Try the Beach Brew! read more

Dart Coffee Co - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

They have the most lovely courtyard. Order your delicious drink and walk across the street to the garden courtyard. So many choices, sit among the herb beds or at one of the many size tables big and small. So charming. Perfect for a first date, a meeting, studying, deep reading, writing, or just hanging out with friends. Roast their coffee on site Often very busy so be ready to wait on line. Worth it. Espresso drinks, Matcha and teas, cocoas,etc all made with care. read more

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Beautiful place with a lot of seating and a beautiful ceiling! There was a line outside but it moved quickly and drinks were served at a timely manner as well. I got the cold brew for my boyfriend and the churro cortado for myself. Both were really yummy and drinks i would get again! read more

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Very cute spot with yummy drinks and lots of seating. The staff are super nice and stopping in just makes for a lovely morning.

Ever since Dart started expanding their locations the quality at their flagship location has fallen off... Their matcha latte specifically has become always either water or chunky (somehow at the same time occasionally) and any sweeteners requested seem nonexistent in the final product. I'm sure they get enough business from tourists and LA weekenders to not care about the quality of their beverages anymore, but this is my request to Dart- make your drinks yummy again.... I will be going to Dune until further notice. read more

Thank you today Katie for all your time today in making sure my coffee was up to your standards. Your passion and how much you cared meant a lot....this was my first time at your establishment and I will be sure to be back..... read more