Wow what a place! Had the biggest pepper tree I've ever seen. The grounds is filled with…read more landscaping. There's a counter that sells beer and food trucks that sell out fast. Cool place

On Friday evenings they have food trucks in the parking lot and the garden is open seating. The bar…read moreis open and there is no charge for entry. Parking is also free. - I got a birria taco and it was surprisingly affordable. It was juicy and well seasoned. The bar staff is kind and patient. I noticed some people just bring their own door and post up at a table. Kinda like a picnic. - This is a family friendly event. Kids play in the yard in the back. The gardens are open for viewing and some of the TV's are on. I like this community gathering!

On a random Saturday my brother, mom, and I decided to go to Bodega Los Alamos for the first time…read more(well at least for me)! We had planned on getting there around opening time but some delays lead us to arriving around 12pm. There was a fair amount of people but plenty of seats thankfully. After ordering some wine, my brother and mom got in line for food (Priedite bbq in the back!). Once everything was good to go we were able to start enjoying our drinks. I got the orange Bodega wine. It was a light refreshing drink that provided a nice start to the visit. I got a second drink which was a mango beer that was on the menu. It was soo delicious. The ambiance of Bodega is really lovely. Although the sun was hot, there were plenty of tables with umbrellas to block out the rays. The staff were very nice and helpful as well. Overall, we had a really good time at Bodega. My mom and I even returned a couple of weeks later. Definitely recommend to anyone wanting a laid back visit!

This has become a must-stop when we visit this area every few months. Delightful atmosphere…read more Helpful, friendly staff. Love that so far they have always had a tasty sour beer for sale. Comfy seats. Gorgeous trees which give lots of shade cover on sunny days. Love that you can bring over BBQ from Priedite. Easy free street parking.

My friends and I came here on a Saturday night. It was quite busy, but we were able to find a nice…read moretable outside for the six of us. Ordering at the counter was really easy for any drinks or food we wanted. The servers were pretty friendly. I had the veggie sausage that was pretty good. I also had some fries and pretzels that I enjoyed. My friends tried a variety of different sausage that they liked. All in all, a good time!

First time visiting SB Biergarten and this place absolutely delivered. Perfect spot to grab a cold…read morebeer, catch up with friends, go on a casual date, or even just enjoy a solo afternoon in Santa Barbara. The atmosphere was relaxed, welcoming, and full of good energy from the moment we walked in. I had the MadeWest Hazy on draft served in an ice-cold Pint, exactly what you want on a warm Santa Barbara day. My girlfriend had a great time, and the whole experience felt effortless and fun. One of the coolest parts of the visit was meeting Chris, a local who told us this is one of his favorite hangout spots and where he brings his dog Harlo. He gave us some awesome local recommendations and really added to the laid back community vibe that makes this place special. The bartenders and hosts were all attentive, friendly, and professional. You could genuinely tell the staff enjoys what they do, and that energy carries throughout the entire place. It's refreshing to see hospitality thriving like this in Santa Barbara. Definitely adding this to my regular stop whenever I'm in SB. Great drinks, great people, great atmosphere. Highly recommend. - Ian Lantz

Highly recommend this spot if you are visiting Solvang! The atmosphere is nice and the food is…read moredelicious. I recommend getting a tasting platter + a pretzel or bread to share between two! Staff was nice and felt what I got was worth what I paid. PRETZEL ( 8/10 ) : soft! Not the best pretzel ever but still enjoyed it especially with the wursts JALAPEÑO CHEDDAR BACON - ( 9/10 ) Tasty! Medium peppery spice, very salty but the cheese you taste from it is delicious!!! Def recommend getting this one. ANDOUILLE - ( 7/10 ) salty and porky. light spice CHICKEN APPLE - ( 5/10 ) not too strong of a apple taste CURRY WURST - ( 7/10 ) mild curry ish taste. Not too salty in a good way but very savory PICKLES - ( 4/10 ) was excited to have sweet Danish styled pickles but was disappointed to have these. They were like normal American pickles, vinegary, sour, and salty. It tasted like they tried to make it sweet but the strong vinegar taste was still there. The pickles weren't bad just be prepared for vinegary pickles! HONEY MUSTARD - tasty ( 8/10 ) SPICY BROWN- vinegary and sour not very spicy ( 7/10 ) SWEET HOT - SO GOOD ( 10/10 ) CURRY KETCHUP - a savorish ketchup curry ( 6/10 ) - outdoor seating only (good for large groups - Restrooms available - street Parking available

First time here after hearing my family rave. I got the jalapeño cheddar, it was delicious, the…read morebread was so soft, and the mustards were fun. I tried a few and landed on the cranberry sauce. Loved it both with and without the sauerkraut. Food was super fast. Great, low cost food in a fun outdoor environment. We'll be back!!

Came here for the World Cup game and they had the whole set up with extra TVs!! Seems like the…read morelocal place to be for sporting events! STAFF was so friendly and ACCOMMODATING it felt like a true community! They made room for everyone ! Range of things on the menu with some good looking food as well!

We were in the mood for pretzels and schnitzel so headed over to Beda's Biergarten. We were very…read moredisappointed to find out that they were sold out of pretzels. When we arrived we settled for a chicken schnitzel sandwich on a pretzel bun, which was not quite the same, but it did scratch the itch The servers are all very friendly and accommodating. You see yourself and they bring you menus and take your order and it is table service. The setting is informal and a little rustic. They have a protected patio and some tables outside and a variety of options inside including bar seating. The french fries were delicious as was the cabbage. The pretzel was as expected, and is not normally a very flavorful item, but was very authentic. The chicken schnitzel sandwich was rather bland. The breading didn't have any spice and it looked to be more of a Panko style then the traditional crumb I would come back to Beda's when they have their pretzels back in stock.

We had our wedding at The Backyard on 13th, and I honestly cannot say enough wonderful things about…read moreour experience. From the moment we started working with Amy and her team, we knew we had chosen the right place to celebrate such an important day. We were the first full wedding that The Backyard on 13th had hosted. You honestly never would have known it. The amount of care, attention to detail, patience, organization, and professionalism that Amy and her team showed throughout our wedding was incredible. They handled everything with such confidence and made the entire experience feel seamless. The venue itself is absolutely beautiful and has so much character. It gave us the perfect backdrop for our ceremony, photos, and reception, and our guests had nothing but wonderful things to say about the space. We loved that it felt intimate, warm, and personal while still giving us the flexibility to bring our own vision to life. Amy and her entire team went above and beyond what was expected of them. They were incredibly attentive, patient, professional, and genuinely invested in making sure our wedding day was everything we hoped it would be. They didn't just provide us with a beautiful venue -- they made us feel cared for throughout the entire process. One of the things that meant the most to us was how incredible they were with our kids. We had several children who were an important part of our wedding, and The Backyard had a staff member specifically designated to tend to the kids during the reception. This was such an amazing and thoughtful touch. It allowed us to actually relax, enjoy our reception, and be present in the moment without constantly worrying about whether our kids were okay. Knowing they were being looked after by people who were so kind, patient, and attentive made a HUGE difference for us. Your wedding day goes by so quickly, and having a team that you can trust makes all the difference. We never felt like we were just another event on their calendar. Amy and her team made us feel like our wedding genuinely mattered to them, and that is something we will always remember. We are so grateful to The Backyard on 13th, Amy, and the entire team for helping make our wedding day so special. They played such a huge part in creating memories that we will cherish for the rest of our lives. What started as a relationship with our wedding venue turned into something so much more -- Amy and her team have truly become more like family to us, and we feel incredibly lucky that our wedding brought these amazing people into our lives. If you are considering The Backyard on 13th for your wedding or special event, DO IT! We would wholeheartedly recommend them.

a place that's leaning heavily on shortcuts in the kitchen rather than built-from-scratch…read moreexecution. Here's how your breakdown lines up: Burger (main miss) --frozen patty, no crust, unmelted cheese, weak sauce--usually means: * Pre-formed frozen beef puck (not fresh ground) * Cooked on a grill instead of a ripping-hot flat top (so no smash crust or Maillard flavor) * Cheese added too late or heat too low to melt it properly * Sauce under-portioned or used as a light spread instead of a flavor layer Result: bland, dry, and flat tasting burger Mac & cheese That "pasta + runny cheese water" texture is a classic sign of: * Pre-boiled pasta sitting in liquid * Cheese sauce broken or watered down * Very little actual cheese base (often just milk + starch + seasoning) So yeah--more "pasta dish" than mac & cheese. Salad (surprisingly the win) Good olive oil + vinaigrette can carry a salad hard. That's usually the only thing that doesn't rely on heavy kitchen execution, so it makes sense it stood out. Fries (another win) Crispy, salted fries usually come from: * Proper double fry or high-temp fry oil * Frozen fries done correctly (ironically, frozen can still be great if cooked right) Pulled pork Cheap BBQ sauce + pre-cooked pork is pretty standard for mid-tier spots. Not amazing, but at least it has flavor, unlike the burger. Beer Hard to mess up--good call there. Overall read of the place This is the vibe I'm getting: * Strengths: fryer, sauces (salad dressing), bar program * Weaknesses: grill station, mac & cheese, burger execution * Kitchen style: "assembly + reheating" more than scratch cooking

Wow!!!!! I tried the special, PB&J Smash burger…read more It did not disappoint! It was perfect after a long hike on Valencia Peak. The fries were delicious too! The atmosphere was laid back and relaxing. Great place to bring your kids too. Later the band comes and it's a great time. Must check out! Service was excellent!!!

The atmosphere was definitely a great vibe. The outside invited you to sit outside, enjoy the…read moregreat food and drinks. The food was fresh and delicious The employees and service was top notch. You felt like a friend. We will definitely be back when we visit again. Hope to catch a band next time.

Located on El Camino, across from the Carlton, is Ancient Owl. The modern beer garden has great…read moreservice and lively atmosphere. They have tons of seating and even a higher deck to lookout to the main drag. Live music is a plus. Tons of beer on tap. This night they had pizza and the people I was with enjoyed it. *Overall, you want a beer garden type atmosphere, then this is your place*

An open air "beer garden" with picnic tables offer a friendly and congenial atmosphere to hang out…read morewith friends. The beer menu is wisely sorted so it's easy to see what they are pouring by type of beer. Service is fast and friendly. Recommended if you like beer in an airy and communal environment.

obsessed! Matt is the best!!!!! We loved it here and it was great for groups!!!!!!!!!!read more

Amazing spot! Great date night and birthday celebration great for competitive spotsread more

A local favorite for good reason. Fluid State is the kind of spot that's perfect for a casual…read morelunch, dinner with friends, or grabbing a slice after a long day. The laid-back atmosphere, indoor and outdoor seating, and dog-friendly patio make it easy to settle in, and the full bar with 24 rotating taps of independent craft beer is a huge bonus. My go-to slices are the Fungus Amungus and the Dr. Pepperoni, but the real surprise is the Caesar salad. I know... ordering a salad at a pizza place sounds questionable, but I'm obsessed. The service is always friendly and efficient, and the quality for the price is hard to beat. Whether you're stopping in for a quick slice or staying awhile with friends, it's one of those places you'll keep coming back to.

FAVORITE IN ALL OF CA! STAFF...always awesome! Everything…read moreabout this place is amazing. All of the pizzas are delicious. The menu continues to grow and get more interesting every time I visit. Actually live in San Diego and find reasons to travel up here "for work"...buuuut, also PIZZA. NO TVs! ALWAYS a killer Playlist! The beer is so interesting from light to dark. I always enjoy a little light reading when I review the different beer writeups. It's a buzzing cacophony of pizza-fueled jubilation!