handlebar on de la vina is one of those places that has fully committed to its identity and then gone a little further you pull up and it's bikes everywhere. not scattered. organized chaos. leaned into each other like they've all agreed this is where they belong i'm more of a unicycle guy. no handlebars. pure trust. you either believe in yourself or you don't and the road sorts it out so seeing this many handlebars in one place does raise some questions. not judging. just observing. at a certain point you start wondering if two hands on a steering device is more of a lifestyle than a necessity but i respect it. clearly it's working for them walk in and the place is dialed. not loud. not quiet. just focused. like everyone understands the assignment without needing to say it coffee is serious. you can feel it before you even order. these beans have had a journey. people behind this have had a journey too. it shows i got an americano because that's how you remove all variables it delivered. clean. balanced. no distractions. just coffee doing exactly what it's supposed to do guy behind the counter was locked in. didn't catch the name but pretty sure it was barron sawyer. had that calm confidence like he could make coffee or lead a small expedition if needed you've got cyclists coming through mid-ride, people talking quietly, someone reading something that looks important and then there's me sitting there with my coffee thinking about trust and how far you can really take it this place works because it knows exactly what it is five stars handlebars optional but apparently popular read more

Checked in here on a Sunday morning. Industrial modern style coffee roaster shop. Service was great. Got my order in very fast even though there was a lot of people. Ladies at the counter and making coffee are extremely dedicated and work super fast. They offer a great variety of coffees, Kombucha and teas. Lots of fresh pastries and breakfast options. We ordered a Cappucino and a Matcha Latte with almond milk. Extremely great quality of Matcha and Coffee. We even ended buying their Ethiopian Coffee Beans to take home. They have a big seating area inside and out and it is a dog friendly place inside and out. read more

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Not worth the hype. The espresso roast lacks excitement. The decaf was extraordinarily bitter (water process beans taster like chemically treated). I can say with certainty that we will visit a different coffee shop when visiting Santa Barbara. read more

Amazing coffee and the cowboy cookie. I thought i could save some for later, devoured it all in one sitting. Will be back for more of those cookies! read more

20 bucks for coffee ? Ridiculous for disgusting coffee with no options for cold coffee , my dirty chai tasted like pure ginger and watered down coffee. Never going back again, Starbucks is better at that rate read more

Stopped by Handlebar Coffee in Santa Barbara before my morning walk at the Botanical Gardens and it was the perfect start to the day. I had a latte with oat milk and it was smooth, rich, and exactly the boost I needed before hitting the trails. Great vibe and friendly baristas. Highly recommend. read more

This place is a Santa Barbara icon! You have to come and visit any of the two locations...they're both very good! The coffee is amazing!!! The service is fast and very friendly. They also roast their own coffee beans!!! My favorite beans are the Gibraltar beans! The ambiance is great! It's a good place to read a book or have a conversation with a friend! I recommend this place to a lot of my friends! read more

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Always great coffee drip or espresso. Spacious and 2 clean bathrooms always a plus since its always the first stop coming into SB:) read more

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One of the Best Coffee Spots in Town - Absolute Fire!" Handlebar is hands down one of the best coffee shops in the city. The vibe is incredible -- a perfect blend of laid-back and energetic -- and the coffee? Honestly, some of the most delicious I've had anywhere. Prices are surprisingly reasonable for the quality you get. It's rare to find a place that hits this perfect balance between taste, design, and affordability. The location is spacious, with a great layout, stylish interior, and plenty of comfortable seating. Whether you're here to work, meet up with friends, or just chill solo -- you'll feel totally at home. The staff is super friendly and welcoming, and you can tell they actually care about what they do. It's always bustling with people -- and for good reason. The crowd is cool, the energy is great, and the entire experience just feels right. Handlebar is one of those places you keep coming back to -- not just for the coffee, but for the whole atmosphere. If you're in town, this is a must-visit. Legit one of the most popular and well-loved spots around. read more

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The customer service was stellar- the baristas at the register were kind and quick. We ordered the chai and matcha iced lattes to try. Both were not sweetened and true to its authentic flavor/taste. The blueberry lemon scone was also okay. It would have been more tasty if the scone was warm. Overall, a decent coffee shop. read more

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They need more baristas. Takes forever for a small and very expensive cup of coffee. It's a very hip space and I loved the vibe but I probably won't be back. read more

Wow!! Such good coffee. Came here for a weekend getaway and recommended it by a friend. We went here 3 times and I made sure to stop by before we drove back down to OC. Their menu is simple but that just shows how good the actual coffee is. No need to hid it with a bunch of syrups and creams. We got the vanilla oat latte and an americano. We will def be back read more

Everything about Handlebar is really just so wonderful. The staff, the food, the coffee, the community, and even their merch! We just love it. read more

This is the coolest coffee shop I've stepped foot in. It's huge inside with communal seating but everyone's so friendly that you just feel comfortable inside. Parking was a little hard to find but we just got street parking in a nearby neighborhood and walked here. I got the iced vanilla latte and it was super solid. I also thought the prices were pretty fair in comparison to all the coffee shops back home in Orange County. The cowboy cookie was also REALLY good - I like to justify that it's a healthy cookie because it has oatmeal in it. Would definitely come back. read more

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The set up for this place is so refreshing. It doesn't have the normal cozy coffee shop, it's more open and has a ton of open seating. The service was super fast and the employees helped grab our coffee cups after we were finished. The almond croissant was a solid 3.5/5, it looked super fluffy, but turned out to be a little dense. Our drinks were super strong, I got the cortado and it was delicious, it definitely woke me up. My fiancé got a macchiato, he didn't really like the bitter taste so I ended up switching with him, it was decent but I wouldn't order it for myself. read more

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A well-known coffee roaster providing pureness with a hot vanilla latte, fresh and delicious pastries like cowboy cookie (worth eating for breakfast), ham and cheese puff pastry, and a cinnamon-sugary bun. Interior is industrial setting with the huge roaster for beans, it's cozy and inviting. Plenty of room on the patio for casual and quick dining. Service was friendly, would recommend! read more

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Another solid option for coffee in Santa Barbara! Although the coffee wasn't anything crazy special, and I understand they have their own coffee and brew, but again, it's not a bad option! I typically go with the Chai or the Cold drip, and it's always great! The inside ambiance and outside patio are the best thing about this location. Great vibes and great music! The outside patio is super cool and great view of De La Vina and the Santa Barbara beauty! Service is always so sweet and welcoming every time I go. They are always laughing and having a great time and love to see it even during the busy rush. Definitely recommend! read more

Spacious roaster with both indoor and outdoor seating. I liked both their cappuccino and drip coffee. Also dogs friendly. Perfect place to hang out with friends ! read more

The best of the best and always that way every time . Also my favorite beans to buy for home too

Not all cafes are created equal. The owners of handlebar are former professional cyclists who had the discipline to attend American coffee and barista school to hone their skills. They roast their beans on site in their warehouse sized coffee restaurant. Entering handlebar is an experience to take in. You immediately see a giant roaster that is a testament to the freshness of their coffee. Several tables are available inside to meet or do work. I prefer the fresh air outside as do the groups of cyclists taking a break here. Service is quick and the drinks are made with precision. Oat milk latte and mocha were excellent and featured coffee made ON-SITE! If I lived in Santa Barbara, this would definitely be a regular place to savor and enjoy. read more

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First time trying Handlebar Coffee during a day trip to Santa Barbara. I ordered the medium size Vanilla Latte ($5.75) and an Almond Croissant ($7). The Vanilla Latte was recommended by the staff and I thought it had a high quality well rounded coffee taste and the drink was not overly sweet. The Almond Croissant was also pretty good. The croissant was good and all the almonds on top were toasty and added even more almond flavor. I was scared there would be a long line based on what others had in their reviews, but there was no line on Sunday around 11 AM. read more

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I've been to the original location on Canon Perdido, but wanted to give this newer location a try as well. This location is bigger and has a nicer look, but I still prefer the original location. The parking here sucks. It has a small parking lot but it's always packed, and street parking is much more difficult in this area. I also had better service at the other location. Service here was still friendly but didn't think it was anything over the top. I pretty got much got the same items I got at the other location, which were kombucha and a bag of its Brazil beans, which I think is one of the best I had. It has a very smooth hazelnut flavor. I also got its Cowboy Cookie, which is a vegan cookie with chocolate, peanut butter, and oats. It's pretty massive and filling. read more

Had a matcha here. Unsweetened. Milk choices are almond and oat. Great hipster industrial vibe. Don't be in a hurry in here. You'll wait a bit. And parking can be a challenge. read more

My partner and I decided to stop in later in the day for a cup a Joe. I ordered a honey decaf with almond milk and my partner got the vanilla latte with oat milk. The spot is really cute with lots of seating, including outside for the pup. The baristas were friendly enough and happy to accommodate. Since it was later in the day we didn't get anything to eat but I bet their food is tasty as well. This is a great lil spot to hang! Go check her out! read more

Handle Bar Coffee is a must-stop in Santa Barbara. The coffee is great. The store on De la Vina Street is very nice. read more

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Delicious smooth roasted coffee. Some really great bakery items especially in the AM! Right next door to Alessia. Clean, bright and inviting. I really don't drink coffee, but this coffee really tasted great and agreed with me ! read more

What a great facility! It's a very old industrial building converted to a cafe and coffee roasting site. Lots of seating inside and seating in a large Patio area outside. Add in nice people, variety of freshly made pastries, sandwiches, fresh great tasting coffee and we have ourselves a winner! read more

Came here on a Sunday morning at around 9:00. Line was about a dozen people going out the door. I ordered a hot vanilla latte, hubs ordered a medium drip coffee, son ordered an iced matcha latte. We added a bagel and chocolate croissant to the order. Food was delicious-croissant was flaky on the outside and soft with warm melted chocolate on the inside. They heated the croissant, but we had to toast the bagel ourselves, which was not a big deal. Everything came out to $27.34. All the drinks were light on flavor and I was a bit disappointed. I was surprised since my expectations were higher based on reviews. It was pretty good but it wasn't great. The coffeehouse vibe was chill and there was plenty of space to sit. Service was friendly. I just wish the coffee tasted better/stronger. read more

Handlebar Coffee Roasters - Medium roast coffee, Vanilla latte and iced matcha in to-go cups.Everything bagel and chocolate croissant in the background. - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

I will stop by Handlebar anytime i'm in or driving through SB. Such an amazing cafe with quality coffee & goodies. They are usually busy but efficient with taking care of you! It is always such a clean environment and the coffee never disappoints. read more

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killer coffee-5 star for sure. However, new tatted up female employee was feeling herself. more irritated than helpful when being asked questions about menu. real bummer. they usually hire solid employees. read more

Very aesthetic coffee shop with lots of variety and both indoor and outdoor seating. Love that you can watch the baristas and employees grind the beans in house and that they put time into their lattes. It's also a great place for a coffee date or to just get some work done. I got a medium matcha latte and my date got a large iced chai. The matcha was delicious and very well mixed, no clumps or grittiness; and watching the barista make the leaf in my cup was so satisfying. Would come again! read more

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Ordered 2 iced matcha lattes at 4:30pm. Closing time is 5pm. Tasted nothing like matcha whatsoever. If it wasn't for the pale green color. You would basically be drinking cold milk. Color very pale. Not worth the money. Definitely felt like it was rushed. Staff began stacking chairs in the outside patio as to hurry patrons. Better places in Santa Barbara for good quality matcha. read more

Handlebar Coffee Roasters - Poor tasting matcha. Only tasted milk. - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

The atmosphere is really lovely and the person taking my order was sweet, but the cold brew is too shallow of a taste and the latte was mediocre at best. I'm probably not going back, but it would be a cute place to hang. read more

Handlebar has to be the best coffee shop in SB! They always serve high quality espressos and tea No morning is complete without a good cup of joe So here's a quick rundown of the things to know! They have two locations, about two miles apart Check your navigation app before pressing start This one is situated right along De La Vina Street The parking lot is small but it's free, which is neat There's plenty of seats here, outside is spacious I found a table inside, which is just as capacious It can get busy since they're popular, fair warning There's usually a line when I visit in the morning On the menu you'll find kombucha, cold brew, Americanos, macchiatos, lattes, cappuccinos too Lots of baked goods sitting in the display case And branded merch if you want to rep this place My hot vanilla latte was superb, as always! Expertly crafted with care, give the barista a raise Milk was frothed to the correct temperature, and The espresso flavor was bold, not at all bland Morning bun is a pastry made of laminated dough It's so buttery and fluffy, I grabbed another to-go! Overall, this cafe is a must stop if you have time That's all for now, hope you enjoyed the rhyme! read more

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Epic coffee shop with great vibes in a great location in SB on De La Vina. Super central to good spots for food if you need some variety. And the best part? There is so much room in the spot to work and chill with a great cup of coffee. Out of all the shops in town, I prefer the iced mocha here the best, grab it with oat milk and it's perfect! Also spot on pastries. The owners are fantastic and give a shout out to them if you see them, they take great pride in their shop and appreciate everyone that drops by and are always down for a hello. Keep it up Handlebar!!! read more

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It's too expensive to not have proper hot and cold cups. $6.25 for a 12oz iced latte in a waxed cardboard cup that gets soggy and cannot be recycled read more

Adorable theme and great space. It was absolutely packed on a Sunday afternoon. No where to park or sit, so I got my coffee to go. But it does seem like a popular spot to get some work done. Clean restrooms, average coffee prices. The one fall for me was how small a medium iced coffee is here. It came in a small cup for hot coffee so it was mostly ice and the paper fell apart. Maybe they ran out of plastic cups? But good tasting coffee. It was a good place to stop on our road trip overall. read more

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Good coffee for the price. Very cozy and welcoming inside. Not the best coffee i've had but definitely good quality latte. almond croissant was good too! read more

This place is very beloved in the area! It has a cool rustic feel with lots of natural light and open spaces. There are always a lot of dogs there too! The lines here are always really long, but the staff is kind and has a good system. There is one line for espresso and one for non-espresso. They are very caring and make sure every drink comes out perfect! I got a tumeric latte and it was fine. Not a ton of flavor and a lot of the tumeric was at the bottom, so I wish I had stirred it. It was also pricey for the size. Their gluten free muffins are amazing and I loved mine! It's crowded every time I go, but I think that is a testament to how great the coffee and staff are! read more

By far the best latte I've had from any coffee place. Great atmosphere and great people. read more

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