We jumped from wine tasting to Come here cause Ryan Sent us here from Folded Hills. He simply said…read moretell them Ryan sent you and BAM we were in. The owner was really nice and let us come in and explained how to become a member and all that good stuff. It def was a fun Speakeasy cause you don't know it's there unless you know what to look for because as you enter it's just a store that sells beer and snacks and that all. They have different varieties of beer here for purchase as well. As we came in the vibes are so chill not a very big place but enough to come hang with friends and have a beer on tap. They have an outdoor patio with heaters and TV's to catch a game as well. They sell some snacks but you are able to bring your own food which is really neat. Their beer selection was great and just loved every corner and wall of this place. List of history, fun displays and fun souvenirs for purchase. Def coming back here we loved it!

Back Room is a cute little speakeasy in Solvang -- cozy patio, friendly staff, and a charming local…read morevibe. Note there's a $5 entry fee per person (locals can get a membership to skip it). They only serve beer, wine, and seltzers, so it's best for a casual drink rather than a full cocktail night. Great spot to stop by for a relaxed evening.

Fun spot to visit. We rode our bikes over from Flying Flags…read more I enjoyed a beer flight. The guava and cactus cooler were fruity and delicious. We ate at Hudson's grill. The smash burger, sweet potato fries and tri tip tacos were all tasty! They have a great outdoor patio area with fire pits, lots of seating and tvs.

Great hidden treasure! So happy to find this spot. Great…read morevibe on a warm sunny day to get yourself a beer from the many selections on tap with great food options to snack on. Good prompt service Plenty of space on the outside area for all your friends to have a great day. A must try for anyone to have a relaxing day sipping on great tasting beer.

This place was great and is easily our new favorite whenever we visit Solvang. The beer selection…read moreis fantastic, and we really enjoyed the hefeweizenhef and the blonde, with the hef being my personal favorite. The food did not disappoint either. The fries were great, the pretzel was good, and the cheese was decent. For our main meals, we got the kielbasa, which was pretty good, and the jalapeno cheese sausages with the rolls, which were also good. They also offer a wide variety of sauces to choose from. The atmosphere and setup are very welcoming. It is open seating with long tables, so there is a chance you might sit next to other people, which was completely fine with us. The tables were pretty clean when we went, and the staff is quite good at quickly clearing them up as soon as people get up. The price was not bad at all for what we received. We got two 16oz beers, two sausages, a pretzel, and fries all for around $50. We will definitely be back.

Visiting from out of town, found this place on Yelp. Food was okay. Seems like staff were too busy…read moreon their phone and not attentive. Outdoor seating was okay.

We were the second party to walk out of here at 7:35pm because no one was there to complete a…read morepurchase. Discovered there's a Speakeasy in the back though so the front market might just be for show? In any case, off to another wine mart we go!

Cute shop with a lot of beers in the coolers. The lady selling the beer was really nice and made…read moresome recommendations. Over priced for sure! No can of beer should be $9... yikes

I am known for many things (some good, some bad, some pretty, some ugly - but I digress); with one…read morebeing my obsession with all things medieval. In fact, I professionally moonlight as Historian specializing in medieval English history! This means that I am a sucker for anything reminding of the time period; making the Santa Barbara-adjacent Danish city of Solvang right up my alley with its medieval storybook streets/architecture. Among the many spots in Solvang that make my heart go pitter-patter is The Good Life: a cellar wine/ale/tavern- bar. Grab your favorite wench and come along to grab a pint... Stroll down Mission Drive in the famous Danish city of Solvang and you will be delighted to venture upon The Good Life that appears to pop out of a medieval history book with exposed wooden beans, plaster exterior walls and an entrance that resides at basement level (they don't call it a cellar bar for nothing!). Owned by a husband-wife team with extensive hospitality and restaurant experience under their belts in 2012; the charm of The Good Life is instantaneous and perfect for a gal like me obsessed with this sort of thing. Prepare to be instantly transported into the 15th century! Once you cross the threshold of The Good Life, the Shakesperean feel continues but is also modernized with a glowing fireplace, plush arm chairs and high bar tables (plus bar seating) and floor to ceiling wine racks. The Good Life is a perfect ratio of Solvang tradition with hints of romance making it ideal for a casual beverage, tourist pop-in or memorable date night drink. The latter is exactly how my boyfriend and I happened to come across The Good Life as we were visiting Solvang from Los Angeles for the city's Christmas-time Julefest. We had just spent the evening making holiday memories among the city's Christmas trees, twinkling lights and sugary delights. Post Danish-dinner, we decided to wrap up our forever-Solvang memory with a drink at The Good Life. We were immediately greeted by the male manning The Good Life without any attitude or distaste towards us for coming in as he was preparing to close for the evening. If he was upset with us in any way - he certainly didn't show it! The Good Life features an amazing menu of local and international wines, beers, ales, meads, ciders, and ports that make The Good Life feel fancy-schmancy and artisan; but also, neighborhood friendly for your favorite hipster or friend next door. My boyfriend and I shared a cider (I wish I remembered the specific one but alas my memory evades me) while enjoying the atmosphere of warmth at The Good Life. Other customers sat in the plush chairs with notepads and tarot cards, an older couple arrived to cap off the evening and I enjoyed the view of my boyfriend in a medieval-Danish inspired cellar bar. The Good Life is standout at accommodating to all customers and making sure no one feels out of place. A bountiful tip as important as the bosom of a medieval bar wench: the bathroom at The Good Life is labeled as 'Office'. Don't worry, you won't walk in on someone preparing accounting books and the only business happening behind this door involves you and your private matters. The Good Life is delightful and unique but doesn't just stop there: it also differentiates itself with a truly impressive alcohol selection that allows you to be introduced to local, national, Danish and international bevies you have surely not tried prior. The Good Life is recommended for a drink on your next trip to the tourist-friendly city of Solvang. Even if you aren't pretending to be in medieval times...

My favorite bar and wine tasting downtown…read more Our server was super friendly and really took the time to tell us about each drink as he poured. The location is 21 and over which creates a really relaxing atmosphere. The drinks were so good we even bought a bottle to take home.

Fitzpatrick's Tavern absolutely delivered…read more We went all in on the food, and everything came out spot on. The spicy wings had great flavor--more on the spicy side than "hot," which honestly made them even better and more enjoyable. The Reuben with onion rings was done right--classic, satisfying, and the onion rings were perfectly cooked with a great crisp. The bread on the sandwich had the perfect crisp as well, which really brought it all together. And the standout was the spicy melt burger. My friend ordered it medium rare, and it came out perfectly medium rare--juicy, flavorful, and cooked exactly as requested (which doesn't always happen, so that's worth noting). Everything was executed really well, and you can tell they take pride in the kitchen. Easy 5 stars. Would definitely come back.

Ordered the Reuben at Fitzpatrick Tavern and immediately understood why people stop…read moremid-conversation when the food arrives. Corned beef piled high, Swiss melted perfectly, sauerkraut doing its job without being dramatic, and rye bread toasted like it actually cares about you. This sandwich had no business being this good. I came hungry and left emotionally satisfied. If you're thinking about ordering something else... don't overthink it. Get the Reuben.

Brunch was outstanding! Service from the front door to a hearty thank you as we left, was as it…read moreshould be and then some. Food was excellent, my bacon was perfect. Wifey's eggs Benedict twist had her singing. Can't wait to visit Solvang again, so we can visit once more!!!

Oh my stars, this review is so overdue it's practically ancient. But how could I delay sharing the…read moreenchantment of this Solvang treasure? From the moment I stepped inside, every detail had my attention. Despite the cold temps, we asked to be seated on the outdoor patio(cozy firepit table and heat lamps of course). Then when the live music began, I was in the zone. And this was even before the dinner people. Then my cheeseburger arrived and it was pure delight, cooked to perfection. Hubby ordered the Short Rib Grilled Cheese with tomato soup. Right up his alley and did not disappoint. He may have licked the plate. Just when we were thinking the evening couldn't possibly get any better, Kaitlyn Chui started singing and playing guitar beautifully with her Father. It was one of those nights you just don't forget.

Always love Firestone! But had to remind server for happy hour discount and still was fully charged…read morefor one of the two beers. Make sure to check your tab with your server!

Hi so I just downloaded this app to give a great overview on this restaurant that me and my husband…read morestopped by Saturday evening to eat from our trip to San Francisco, I wanted to say they have magnificent food and great employees services, the male who attended us was very friendly and extremely respectful, we sat on the table closest to where the cooks were making the food, we were enjoying watching the cooks work very efficiently and as a team but what most caught my husbands eye was this young man with colored hair who was working very hard and when he walked passed us he made eye contact and said enjoy ur food very politely, he seems very young and talented and would like to give thanks for the great work and service Great food- Irene

The novelty of spinning records wore off fast, and what could've been a cool, defining feature for…read morethe place ended up feeling more like a missed opportunity. Kelly seemed more focused on catering to a small group of guys in cowboy hats than maintaining the vibe that actually makes this spot stand out. Instead of reading the room, she and her May 1st bartender colleague locked into a single stream of country music that clearly wasn't resonating with most of the crowd. That's really the frustrating part, it wasn't just a music choice, it was the complete lack of awareness or willingness to adjust. People weren't being heard, requests were ignored, and the whole "records" concept felt pointless when it was treated so rigidly. If you're going to lean into vinyl as part of the experience, it should feel curated, responsive, and a little bit special, not like someone just putting on their personal playlist and tuning everyone else out. The drinks were genuinely great, which makes the situation even more disappointing. The potential is clearly there, but the execution on the atmosphere just didn't match. If the records are going to stay, they should actually be used to enhance the environment, not limit it. Otherwise, it might be better to ditch the gimmick entirely rather than let it drag down what could be an otherwise standout spot.

I can see why this place is a Michelin star restaurant. It's worth the price but if you want a…read moreslightly cheaper experience then do the brunch. Honestly the steak is a have to and so good! The ambiance makes you want to spend your whole day there. The bar is well stocked and the staff is friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. I highly recommend you try if in the area.

There's never been a bad moment everytime we're here. Service is also amazing and the staff are…read morealways so friendly. The selections of beer they carry is exceptional. Not only beer, there's always some Sort of food truck that's parked outside. Don't know if it's all the time but each visit we've been there been some truck parked outside. Inside has the cool pub vibes with a sports bar feel. While outside has the communal picnic tables as well as lounges throughout the grassy area. A cool place where you can hang and enjoy music. They have live music every now and then. There's another location in Santa Barbara but this one is our favorite. Right in town from everything. The selections of their beer as well as the ciders are all great. Tasting can be given if you would like to sample something. They also have a little game room in the back area for the kiddos. Its always a great time whenever we're here.

This is a cool place to come and have a beer. They have great beers, plenty of seating and live…read moremusic on the weekends. You have to order at the bar and then find seating, I don't think they had a wait staff outside. The service inside was friendly. I will come back next time I'm in the area.