Not very welcoming and the employees are a little rude. My sister ordered a matcha and tell me why the honey was all stuck on the bottom and not incorporated into the drink . Mid read more

handlebar downtown across from the presidio is operating in a different kind of calm you've got history right there. old walls. tourists moving slowly. people trying to figure out where they are in a thoughtful way and then this place just sits in the middle of it making extremely good coffee without making a big deal about it walk in and it's a little more grounded than de la vina. less bike congestion but still enough to remind you what's going on here. a few leaned outside like quiet evidence i still don't fully trust handlebars. feels like a commitment to control that i'm not ready to make. but again i respect the consistency coffee is dialed. got an americano. same result. clean, balanced, no confusion staff was smooth. no wasted motion. everything happening at the right speed people inside were on different tracks. some clearly starting their day. others halfway through something important. a couple just sitting there taking it in then you step outside with your coffee and you're staring at the presidio like time is layered in front of you it's one of those places where nothing is trying too hard and that's exactly why it works five stars good coffee in the middle of everything read more

Just gotta love this cafe. The coffee, treats, espresso machine, seating, and energy here is always so snappy good. And you know how sometimes the smaller little details mean the most and say so much? (like their really nice soap in bathroom that smells so lovely ). And you know how good it feels when someone who is working seems really happy and authentically happy to see you? ( their baristas) That is this cafe. Lots of spots to seat inside and great seating outside. Dogs allows outside. Feels so comfy and welcoming. read more

Had a memorable experience here. The line was out the door but the team had their act together and moved it quickly. Drinks, pastries, and hospitality were all outstanding. Handlebar can handle! read more

Fantastic coffee, great vibes and excellent customer service by a local coffee spot in Santa Barbara. No wonder it comes highly recommended by locals & I'm glad we stopped by to get their Cappucino. The coffee was great and I can see myself coming back to try their other offerings. It was bustling on a Saturday morning & we lucked out with parking right in front of the building. Perks of waking up early and heading out to eat almost immediately I guess lol. read more

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Handlebar Café has a great atmosphere and a solid coffee program. I ordered a drip coffee, which was well-balanced with subtle high notes, likely a medium to light roast--possibly from South America if I had to guess. It was enjoyable but not particularly unique for the price. My go-to coffees are Ethiopian Yirgacheffe or Harrar, so I would have loved a bit more complexity. To give a sense of rankings, I would opt for Starbucks reserve, Blue bottle, Andytown, Verve. The latte, while smooth, was lukewarm--wish they had held the steam longer to keep the milk at a better temperature. That said, the quality of ingredients is evident, and I appreciate their attention to craft. Overall, a great spot for coffee lovers, but a little fine-tuning would make it exceptional. read more

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Went walking by, I could tell this was going to be a wonderful place. Exactly what I'm looking for, someplace with delicious coffee, witnessed by the line out the door, lots of seating both inside and out, dogs allowed, lots of people working and reading and a great place to just meet with friends and chill and have some delicious coffee and pastries. read more

One of the best mochas I've had in a long time. Busy on a weekend morning, but line moved fast. Great location to hang out, walk around. My wife's sweetened vanilla latte was a bit too sweet so be careful not to ask for extra sweetener on that one. read more

The most amazing vanilla latte and best almond croissant ever. The workers are super sweet and there is plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. read more

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Coffee is okay, everyone's friendly except for a woman that seems to be the manager. Despite us paying for food when we were there, she gave me us multiple dirty looks for bringing in a coffee from elsewhere (I didn't want coffee from handlebar & only came for food). She even came up to me & very rudely grabbed my cup and asked to toss it away-- & for all she knows, the cup could've still had coffee in it. I was a paying customer & this was a very unwelcoming experience. Not sure I'd want to go back. Also, I saw many people bringing in food & drinks from different places or even not buying anything at all & just using the space, and they did not receive this treatment whatsoever. This was not a good experience. read more

The best pastries, delicious coffee friendly workers, and free flowers. I mean, could it get any better? read more

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The place is busy with a consistent stream of people coming in and once you have the coffee you know why. We had the cordata and tumeric latte. Wish the latte could have been a little hotter but the drinks were good. The cordata was very good! They have baked goods (which we didn't try) and indoor plus outdoor seating, plenty of space. We cozied up in a corner indoors and it was nice to just people watch. Would recommend for a nice relaxing start to your day. Lots of cyclists. ‍ read more

Honestly, the coffee was okay. Nothing too special that I would wait in line for or even come back to on my next trip up to Santa Barbara. That being said, be prepared if you order an iced coffee, they will serve it to you in a hot coffee cup. Meaning no lid that a straw can go through and the cup will start disintegrating if you don't drink fast enough. They really should invest in iced coffee cups or at least lids that allow straws to go through. read more

Still the best coffee for me and always the first place to drop by in SB, this location or the other. Came by in February and this original location had expanded into the space next door! Much easier to find seating now. But it was still just the single bathroom as before. Hopefully the next expansion plan will go for a second bathroom:) Wife got her cappuccino and I got my usual americano, both excellent as always. Always a line for coffee here, but it moves fast. Owner working hard as always, was tamping espresso pretty much nonstop. That must be the magic touch to the espressos squeezed out here. But then again, I just checked out big sur area this month and had marked a stop at Coast Big Sur (scenic view cafe like place) since I read and had marked on my map they served Handlebar coffee. They made drip coffee and it was fantastic! (their sorbet, ice cream were pretty good too, but great views of course is what you're paying for there) I think next time I may just try the drip coffee here, right at the source!!! read more

Servers were kind, straight to the point. The ham and cheese croissant was really good. The croissant was nice and flakey, the ham wasn't store bought packaged ham. The bagel was a bagel. You do have to toast it yourself though. I ordered and iced chai latte, it was extra on the spice, I could feel it in the back of my throat lol Overall it was really cute. Food was decent. I can see why the line was out the door. read more

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They have the best lattes in town with a warm and incredibly friendly staff that always goes the extra distance to make you feel welcome. The location is just superb in the middle of the Presidio on a street filled with old Spanish history. read more

We have been coming to handlebar for a long time and every single time it is amazing!! Olivia helped us today and just as always the customer service is amazing!! Olivia was fantastic and went above and beyond to anwser our questions- I have never had a chai from here and was asking her opinion and she highly recommended it and said it was a spicy chai which is exactly what I love!! The matcha is also fantastic!! My boyfriend loves the nitro cold brew it is one of his favorites!! They have great seating area both inside and outside and it always has people which makes sense since it's always so great! read more

Ahh, The Almond Milk Latte is FIRE. Nice coffee spot and great atmosphere. We sat outside enjoying the great tasty drink. Nice service and great tea choices too. My first time here, and it wont be my last. read more

A super cute coffee shop with a great vibe. The person at the cashier was super friendly and helpful. I ordered the matcha latte with vanilla as the sweetener and unfortunately it was the least flavorful matcha I've ever had. A hard pass! They are known for their coffee, so I assume and hope that their coffee is much better than their matcha lol. read more

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

Great place! Excellent vibe! I had the vanilla latte and it was delicious! My friend had a regular latte she loved. We finished them in record time. They were beautiful as well, with the swirls in the foam on top. We also tried the almond croissant and the Hippie cookie. Both were to die for! Long line but moved so quickly and everyone was very friendly. Highly recommended! read more

Got a capuccino, iced caramel latte and iced chocolate. Flavor of this coffee is darker roast flavor, but very good flavor. Location is great as well, in from of El Presidio. read more

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This was a recommended coffee shop when visiting Santa Barbara and it did not disappoint ! Beautiful and large coffee shop enough places to sit ! Parking is sometimes a struggle, we drove around twice until we found a close parking. Coffee - I ordered an iced vanilla latte which was delicious!! They were a bit busy but they got my coffee right away! Also had iced water available which I was able to get for my dog. The customer service was great as well!Highly recommend visiting this coffee shop when in the area ! read more

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Very rude employees, specifically the middle-aged woman that may be the manager? I wish this was a more welcoming environment, but then again...the coffee is bad. read more

Top notch coffee; one of the best I've had so far in Santa Barbara/ Goleta. Got their iced latte to-go. Decor is colorful, fun, and tastefully done. Quick service and friendly staff. I always appreciate it when they take a few extra seconds to know how to spell my name. Definitely going back to work and explore the cafe. Plenty of seating options. Only downside is that they gave the iced latte in a paper to-go cup meant for hot drinks. Over time the paper cup couldn't hold the drink very well. Street parking / paid parking lots nearby. read more

One of my favorite spots to grab a coffee. Everyone who works here is always friendly, the baristas are great and the coffee is delicious. Plenty of tables to sit at in a vibrant atmosphere. Never disappoints and I'll be back when in the area again. read more

Handlebar Coffee Roasters was established in November 2011 and the shop is popular among cycling enthusiasts. The flagship coffee shop is located across from The Presidio State Park (the oldest part of Santa Barbara when the Spanish settled back in 1782) and two blocks away from Superior Court Of California County Of Santa Barbara. [Parking]: I was able to find an available street parking spot just a block away from the coffee shop. Apparently several nearby public parking lots are located just two blocks away from the shop (Lot 9 - 931 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 or Lot 8 - 1019 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101) and first 75 minutes = free. [Ordering]: There was a long waiting line at 10:45 AM on Sunday and I received my drink at 11:15 AM. One of the staff yelled that if anyone wants iced or drip coffee then she can assist them immediately (aka skip the waiting line). [Amenities]: The shop has spacious indoor tables as well as outdoor tables (dog friendly). Unfortunately there's only one unisex restroom so expect to wait a long line for it. [Menu]: Simple espresso menu, but probably a good idea to stick with the top three Yelp highlights - vanilla latte, cold brews, or almond-milk latte. *** Vanilla Latte (8 oz - $5.75): While my initial impression of this lightly sweetened drink didn't blow me out of the water, there was no question that it was an amazing cup of latte with subtle coffee aroma. *** My vanilla latte was surprisingly good and it is no wonder why this coffee shop is super popular. Honestly a visit to Downtown Santa Barbara is not 100% complete unless visitors stop by this coffee shop. P.S. - There's another location on De La Vina Street (away from Downtown Santa Barbara). read more

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I don't know the last time I wasn't able to drink the coffee I ordered, even if I don't like it, but that's what happened here. I got the Vanilla Latte, and it tasted awful- like bad, burnt Keurig coffee. I paid to throw it away. read more

Pulled into SB for a few nights and walked to this nearby coffee shop. Amazing Chi-coffee and treats were tasty as well. Dog Friendly and staff great as well. Places to sit outside as well. read more

Great latte and kind workers. I opted for a Vanilla latte and it hit the spot without being overly sweet like most other places. It was pretty busy for a Tuesday morning around 10 but the line moved quick. read more

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Despite the high demand, the coffee shop is handling the influx of customers excellently. The quality of coffee preparation remains consistently high! It is evident how the baristas strive to prepare each cup of coffee according to standards and with care. The coffee shop has its own coffee roasting, allowing customers to enjoy freshly brewed coffee. Now we understand why customers love you! We as tourists always choose a local cafe as it is a kind of atmosphere of the city. Thank you for your hard work, we will definitely be back again! read more

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Thank you Aaron and Kim for bringing the highest level of coffee to Santa Barbara! I love that I can walk from the Riviera and get European style coffee. read more

Delicious cold brew coffee. Very strong. Tasty. Will be back. Recommend handlebar on Canon Perdido. Great people watching. A bit noisy to do work. read more

My friends and I were visiting Santa Barbara and stopped by Handlebar for some coffee. There's some street parking close by and I didn't have any issues finding parking. Came on a Sunday afternoon and it was busy inside! There's indoor and outdoor seating but it was pretty full. There was no line to order but took about 15 minutes for our drinks to be ready. I tried the matcha latte and vanilla latte. There was 3 different sizes to choose from and the smallest size was fairly small. Small: $5.75 Medium: $6.25 Large: $6.75 The iced vanilla latte was good and I would get it again. Unfortunately, I can't say the same for the matcha latte. There was barely any matcha and the drink tasted more like a combo of water and milk with a hint of matcha. I also thought the drink was pricey, especially for what we received. If you're deciding between the two, definitely recommend the vanilla latte. read more

Needed a little pick-me-up for the final leg of a long drive from the Bay Area to LA, the Handlebar hit the spot. My 12 oz ice mocha had a great balance of espresso and chocolate notes, and despite the fact that they use a paper cup, the drink seemed to hold up just fine for me. While I took my drink to-go, the atmosphere seemed super pleasant, and I could easily see bringing the laptop here and getting some work done for a few hours if I were a local. Definitely a spot I'd visit again on a future visit to Santa Barbara. read more

Attention, Santa Barbara! Ever wondered where all the cool dogs hang out? It's official: Handlebar Coffee Roasters is Santa Barbara's favorite dog-friendly coffee shop! Whether it's a puppy playdate or just catching up on the latest "paw-sip" rumors, our four-legged friends have declared this spot the ulti-mutt destination! read more

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Ambiance: cozy coffee shop with spacious indoor and outdoor seating, though not all covered under shade Service: very slow and disorganized line, the ordering and pickup lines almost mingled into together, it took forever for the line to move forward Drink: simple drink menu and pastries available for sale too Mocha Latte - *** average taste, bitter than expected Turmeric Latte - **** bold ginger taste, recommend Price: three sizes small medium large to choose from, and the large costs about $6 read more

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Cute coffee spot. Friendly staffs, good service. We got a mocha latte and a nitro cold brew. Both were very good, strong. Plenty of seatings, good place to relax and chill and enjoy your coffee. read more

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It was busy even for a Monday at 10am which is always the good sign to any coffee place. Plenty of seating both indoor and outdoor. The staff was really friendly and accommodating. They seem to have a lot of regulars as some were greeted by name so that's a good indicator. I ordered a Vanilla Latte and a lemon blueberry scone. The coffee was great! Smooth and not bitter. I will definitely come back on my next visit to Santa Barbara read more

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Overly pretentious, hipster coffee that is just meh and WAY overpriced. If you like $12 coffee, people harassing you constantly for your table and chairs, and crowds of narcissistic bicyclists - then this place is the place for you. Don't understand why people come here at all. read more