The first time I went to Kin it was for the donuts. I watched as everyone was leaving with drinks…read more I have never been one to go to a coffee shop or tea shop for drinks. The next time I tried the Suuk (mugwort). What a culinary delight. Next time it was Hojicha. I am now a regular! I have worked my way to Strawberry Rose Matcha. The best!!!!! It isn't just the food. When you walk in you feel welcomed. The vibe is relaxed with wonderful music. All this comes together with the most incredible team. You talk with strangers while sitting on the bench. I now have my "Kin Friends". In today's world it is such an unexpected experience. Kudos to Tommy & Will for giving us such a wonderful place to just go unwind and enjoy their wonderful creations.

This is my love letter to kin. Y'all don't understand when I say I've been waiting to go to here…read morefor over 2 years AND IT FINALLY HAPPENED THIS WEEKEND. ...and it was worth the hype yall. I might have been a little ambitious and went back to back days and tried 3 drinks in 2 days... The strawberry drinks were my fav and they were SO good because they use real strawberries in their puree so you can taste the chunks. The tea was also SOOO strong and you can tell they use quality powder. I'm craving the strawberry matcha or hojicha again as im writing this. The black sesame matcha was good too but the black sesame definitely dominated the matcha so it felt like i was just drinking black sesame cream which i love black sesame but just wished there was a stronger matcha taste. I'd recommend this drink if you're looking for more of a creamier, dessert-like drink. As for the treats, the ube mochi muffin was my favorite. It was my first time trying a mochi muffin and I liked how chewy it was! We went too late so they ran out of all mochi donut flavors except the cinnamon one but it was still good cuz it tasted like a churro :) i NEED to come back so i can try the rest of the drinks and desserts...until next time the wait is pretty long ~30mins to 1 hour probably depending on when you go. i went on a saturday afternoon and a sunday morning and had to wait both times interior is INSANELY cute and well decorated!

On our recent trip to Santa Barbara, I tried Caje Coffee Roasters…read more I ordered the Bella Rose and it was both beautiful and delicious. I'm not usually a big fan of matcha, but this one really surprised me--in a good way. It was smooth, well-balanced, and not overly earthy, which made it easy to enjoy. Overall, a great drink and a nice spot worth checking out when in the area.

You know what I love in a coffee shop? A place that nails the classics while also offering creative…read moresignature drinks of their own. Bonus points when the breakfast is actually good too and this spot delivered on both. I'll admit, the signature drinks are a little pricey. Paying $11 for a coffee with a toasted marshmallow on the side definitely had me questioning my life choices for a second... but honestly coffee was good. The gals taking our order were ok...Ambiance was nice but it did feel a bit tight in there. The breakfast was well done-- the almond Croissant was amazing, and the cortado was perfectly made. Definitely a spot I'd come back to.

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

First timer ! Churro latte is amazing Arnold Palmer…read morerefresher is delicious Well recommended, customer service is great and very polite , they have two type of seating where the heaters are at and across the street is the gardens seating . Recommend to see both . Very clean environment nice and bright and very colorful in designs Definitely will be coming back with friends and family

WOW! The lemonade was so sweet & tart at the same time We ordered the breakfast taco - it is…read moremassive and literally the best breakfast taco I have EVER had - a sentiment shared by everyone at my table. Absolute We sat on the patio that provided adequate shade and is beautifully furnished with plants and flowers. The staff were kind and efficient. We would absolutely frequent this place if we lived nearby. 10/10!

I went to this bakery every morning in SB. You can't go wrong with the baked goods. Everything is…read morespectacular. Try the warmed up coffee cake. Coffee is good as well! Their bread is also amazing

handlebar on de la vina is one of those places that has fully committed to its identity and then…read moregone 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

Checked in here on a Sunday morning. Industrial modern…read morestyle 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.

4.5/5 Kind and friendly staff! Amazing food! And…read morepicturesque outdoor seating! Placed right on the beach front, Jeannine's has the perfect combination of ambiance, service, and taste. The wait can be a tad long (but nothing longer than you'd expect for a brunch spot). Instead of placing your name on a waitlist, you stand in line outside along the beach while staff begin handing out menus. Once inside, it's order at the front and self seating afterwards. I highly recommend sitting outside if possible. The calm ocean winds and sunny atmosphere is just perfect for a nice brunch. My table ordered 4 dishes and enjoyed each one. The lemon poppyseed pancake was not too sweet and had paired perfect with the fresh blueberry jam. And the Norwegian benedict was lovely. I would highly recommend these two items! Overall, this is a must-go brunch spot in Santa Barbara.

4.5 Oh this place is niceee, you must secure outdoor seating…read moreto enjoy this place to the max. The cashier umm they're okay, the person outside while we were waiting was super kind and passed out menus to us while telling us everything but the items and constantly updating making the wait not miserable. I like the staff. Now onto the food and drinks, so I didn't take a photo of my drinks but I did get the chai latte and lowkey I think it was pretty good, not the best but good. My family members also got drinks such as the house brewed coffee and the latte, all pretty good I can't lie but again, still not the best but it adds to that brunch experience. They do charge for hot water (0.5 cents) and then another 0.5 for lemons in there... but like okay... They do give out free water!! You go up and get it yourself. So Eduardo's omelette: I personally just am not a big fan of all the omelette action but my dad liked it and you can tell it's a good portion of food, tasted decent Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes: VERY STRONG, wasn't expecting a very strong lemon poppy seed taste but it kind of hits you in the mouth. With syrup and the whip cream they give, it tastes good! Lobster Benedict: best thing ever, lobster is good tasting and doesn't taste fishy, eggs perfectly made to how you custom it (for all dishes) Norwegian benedict: delicious

Let's Goooooooooaaaaaaaaalllllllllllll Simit!!!!!!!!!…read moreThank you Hassan for the wonderful hospitality and sharing stories while we had coffee, chi, and amazing food. You have created a wonderful family environment on State Street.

This place is amazing! There are wonderful teas and desserts to choose from. They are so delicious…read more Everyone is super nice and friendly. They can help you with anything and any questions that you may have. The store is beautifully decorated. There are many gift options as well.

Alright, first let me start with the service -- it was amazing! The guy helping us really seemed to…read moreknow what he was talking about and gave great recommendations. We ordered a hot vanilla latte with oat milk, an iced vanilla latte, and a matcha green tea. The dark roast in the coffee had the perfect balance of bold flavor and sweetness. I honestly enjoyed every sip of it. Everything tasted smooth, rich, and well made. The place itself was clean, organized, and even the bathroom was spotless, which I always appreciate. Overall, such a great coffee stop in Santa Barbara. Definitely coming back!

I am writing this because I genuinely support local Santa Barbara businesses and want them to…read moresucceed. On June 5th between approximately 9:00 AM and 9:15 AM, at State st location, I ordered a Strawberry Milk Matcha at the State Street location. The drink I received looked significantly different from the advertised product and appeared improperly prepared. When I politely asked about it, the employee immediately became defensive and repeatedly insisted that the drink was correct instead of taking a moment to understand the concern. Fortunately, another employee stepped in and offered to remake the drink, which I appreciated. What disappointed me most was the customer service. When I asked the employee for his name so I could provide feedback, he told me that I did not need to know his name and that it was irrelevant for me to know. I found that response surprisingly unprofessional. Mistakes happen. Drinks can be remade. What matters is how customers are treated when they raise concerns respectfully. I spoke with a manager afterward, who apologized for my experience, but I left feeling that the issue was minimized rather than truly addressed. I choose local businesses over large chains whenever possible. That's exactly why this experience was disappointing. I hope this feedback is taken constructively because Dune has built a strong reputation in our community and I would like to see that standard upheld.