Rincon Brewery

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(Drank/Dined 02/02/24 FR @ 6:00pm): You didn't need to con me into coming to this brewery! I looked for some salvation and solace in the beer suds of Rincon Brewery while I waited out the freeway traffic back to Los Angeles after a bad day. This brewery was on my list of several to try since I was scheduled to work the upcoming Santa Barbara International Film Festival. I loved beer and was always thrilled to visit a brewery new to me. Were their libations a brighter spot on what was a darker day!? PURCHASE Cetaceans Dry Hopped Marzen Lager Beer 5.2% ABV 16floz Draft ($7.75): Rich golden amber color, floral malty aroma, low body, light malty flavor, smooth finish, and light malty aftertaste. My favorite of the ones I tried. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=N2clMCdp3sxjEPMxkFIO1Q&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Caught Inside Imperial DIPA Beer 8.6% ABV 16floz Draft ($8.50): Rich hazy amber color, earthy hoppy aroma, low body, slight bitter hoppy flavor, drying finish, and light hoppy aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=rXWQ8wG4UFIFDlZKwH087g&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw [ONION RINGS/STRAWS/STRINGS ALERT - 4.0 of 5.0 STARS] Onion Rings ($8.00): A tower of seven plump La Reina (their own beer) lager-infused panko crusted rings all generally the same size, these were hot, lightly browned, crunchy, and had some tendency to crumble when bitten into while the onion ring (not sweet Maui) stayed intact. These were really good, I wasn't a fan of the somewhat watery ranch dipping sauce, and the "mere" seven rings surprisingly filled you up. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=n3NQ7J8Q1Uw6j6G1t3CLGw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Bates Blonde Fish + Chips ($17.00 + $2.00): Bates (their own beer) blonde-battered cod with a choice of housemade potato chips or french fries (I opted for these), I was impressed by the three thick darker brown pieces of fish and a pile of golden crispy crunchy spud sticks. This was a hot plate, and early bites of everything released soft whispers of steam. The cod was meaty, moist, lightly seasoned, and honestly didn't require the provided tarter dipping sauce (I used it for the fries). My only issue was that the fries weren't included, so in actuality this was a "fish plus chips" meal. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=fpuwzGbFwXqCwOdssuTSbw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Coastal American Lager Beer 5.5% ABV 16floz Can 4pk ($11.99): Bright amber color, citrusy lime malty aroma, low body, citrusy lime malty salty flavor, crisp effervescent finish, and light citrusy lime aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=FCS5RuJzpdwz2VstJ8wlbA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw 9th Anniversary Fleurs De Mer Saison Farmhouse Ale Beer 6.1% ABV 16.9floz Bottle ($9.00): Dark amber color, fruity tart yeast aroma, low body, earthy fruity tart yeast flavor, crisp drying finish, and light earthy fruity aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=oUt_RJDUeFzIqfUlwzLMuQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Stickers (Varied; COMP this instance): I loved stickers and enjoyed placing them at other breweries to spread the love! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=-E-QPl_6n-LQGn-Y3zrvoQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw SERVICE I was warmly greeted by a young man behind the bar where I sat. He gave me a quick rundown on their beers, and once I placed my order, the beer arrived immediately, while the food appeared within minutes. Everything was efficient and straightforward - thank you! PARKING (FREE) Street parking only, I found a spot along the main drag of Santa Barbara St. while there were plenty on other surrounding roads - 'nuff said! ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE Located in the "Funk Zone", the interior was an open spacious layout, a ton of places to sit, a multi-sided bar with barstools, and various surfboards hung on the walls. There was also a large exposed outdoor patio. Plenty of natural lighting came in through the large windows, obviously plenty outside, while various electric ceiling lights filled in the rest inside while decorative string lights outside. There were two TVs while Emo music (e.g. Fall Out Boy, New Found Glory, Sum 41) played in the background. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=O-v3lFvwpLlljOvdH7CpVw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL Rincon Brewery ended my day on a positive note, and I would love to return and try more of their beers. Their food was lovely and appreciated, they

...had a happy hour (MO-TH), it was a relaxing place, the service was very good, and the beer prices were comparable (beer Flights also available). The food menu was varied and not just bar snacks. I found complete value based on the...

about 5 years ago

I got a flight and each beer I had was great. The bartender recommended one for me and it was so good. The patio area was very cute and perfect to hang out and enjoy.

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over 2 years ago

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flavor, crisp drying finish, and light earthy fruity aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=oUt_RJDUeFzIqfUlwzLMuQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Stickers (Varied; COMP this instance): I loved stickers and enjoyed placing them at other breweries to spread the love! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=-E-QPl_6n-LQGn-Y3zrvoQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw SERVICE I was warmly greeted by a young man behind the bar where I sat. He gave me a quick rundown on their beers, and once I placed my order, the beer arrived immediately, while the food appeared within minutes. Everything was efficient and straightforward - thank you! PARKING (FREE) Street parking only, I found a spot along the main drag of Santa Barbara St. while there were plenty on other surrounding roads - 'nuff said! ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE Located in the "Funk Zone", the interior was an open spacious layout, a ton of places to sit, a multi-sided bar with barstools, and various surfboards hung on the walls. There was also a large exposed outdoor patio. Plenty of natural lighting came in through the large windows, obviously plenty outside, while various electric ceiling lights filled in the rest inside while decorative string lights outside. There were two TVs while Emo music (e.g. Fall Out Boy, New Found Glory, Sum 41) played in the background. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=O-v3lFvwpLlljOvdH7CpVw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL Rincon Brewery ended my day on a positive note, and I would love to return and try more of their beers. Their food was lovely and appreciated, they had a happy hour (MO-TH), it was a relaxing place, the service was very good, and the beer prices were comparable (beer flights also available). The food menu was varied and not just bar snacks. I found complete value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $71.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 5.0 STARS

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over 2 years ago

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Jeff B.

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Ronnie S.

As much time as I spend in the Funk Zone Rincon Brewery is a spot I need to visit more often! I ordered the BBQ Smashburger, and it was Amazing! Along with a glass of wine . My Friend had the Cheese balls with dipping sauce, which was Amazing! Teran, our Bartender/ server, was friendly and helpful. The place had a nice feel comfortable and inviting. With an outdoor patio with plenty of room for groups. Plenty of chatter with Family and friends. Thanks, Rincon Brewery, for a great lunch experience! Ronnie S

Matthew M.

Great brewery in the Funk Zone with a large outdoor patio, plenty of lawn games, an extensive beer menu, and a full kitchen menu. Small parking lot onsite or park on the street. Happy hour weekly from 2-5pm and not crowded. Fast casual then (order at the counter and be seated). Friendly bartender. Beers are 16oz or 20oz. Love the indoor outdoor seating. Food was tasty, we mainly just ordered appetizers on the happy menu. We will be back!

Michael H.

Great location in the funk zone. Chill vibe. Went here for a "pitch your single friend" event and it was a lot of fun. Good beer. Did not try the food- although I assume it's the same menu as the Ventura location- and I really like the food at the Ventura one so I bet it's just as good. There was over a hundred people there so a bit of a line to get beer but service was great once I got to the counter. Note- it is counter service here- unlike the Ventura location.

Becki H.

We were doing a walking brewery crawl up in Santa Barbara and came to this place when we were ravenous. It took a minute to be greeted, but when the bartender finally came over, she gave us a few splashes of three beers we had our eye on. They all tasted a bit similar to each other, so I got a half pint and we placed our food order. It was pretty quiet inside, and we opted to sit in the sun until the breeze became too much. We moved back in and played the ring toss connected to the wall while we waited for our food. About twenty minutes after ordering, the food was at our table. I got the barbecue chicken salad and my husband ordered the pesto chicken panini. My salad was fresh and crisp, with a VERY hefty half of an avocado, and lukewarm chicken studded throughout, with black beans, charred corn and tortilla strips. Definitely a generous serving size, especially for the price! The pesto panini was also extremely large, and overloaded with pesto. It was delicious, but took a good two hours before we had the intense flavor of pesto out of our mouths, even with the follow up wine tastings. I'd go back for the food, or to try some of their flatbreads, but the beer fell a little flat for me, and the service left me a little wanting. Still a beautiful location and nice large patio area to spend a sunny day!

Kristy O.

Had a great experience at Rincon and really like the new expanded food menu! We ordered panko cauliflower with thai chile sauce, beer cheese dip with pretzels bites, and nachos with chicken. Great potions for sharing and we thought everything was delicious. The beer cheese dip really stood out as a must order! They have a order at the counter, seat yourself, and delivery to table system, so it's easy to split bills with a large group. Ping pong and jenga available on the patio.

Matthew S.

This place does an amazing weekend breakfast. They open at 9:00 am on Saturday and Sunday. It is a great spot to get a good "food base" if you are wine and beer tasting in the area. The chicken and waffles are huge. The chicken is beer battered and delicious. The breakfast burrito has chicken and a green sauce inside, and is very tasty. The potatoes on the side are also very good The star of the show was the breakfast sandwich. Perfectly done The staff is friendly and the beers are very solid, from top to bottom This is our new "go-to" breakfast spot in Santa Barbara.

Grace K.

We stopped here for a quick dinner. The people here were nice. The outside patio is dog friendly, which was a plus for us cus we brought our dog. The food was great the atmosphere was too. There was a ping pong table so we played before we left.

Jill S.

We stopped in after a long,7 mile walk. No one was on patio.My husband got the BBQ flatbread and I got the Vegetable Delite panini. Mine was amazing,best sandwhich ever!Next time I will need to back on the Chipotle Alioli though,it was so delicious but just a tad too spicy for me lol. My husband thought his flatbread was alright,next time he wants to try the Thai flatbread. The beer was so awesome! I had an amber and it was insanely good! I would give this place 6 stars if I could

Katherine B.

Beer and seltzer were great service not good. Put in order they I never received my food. They did refund me due to server mistake.

Erika A.

We randomly chose this spot in our way home from camping and scored parking in the lot! I chose to post 3 pictures of the same dang Brie garlic flatbread because the lighting was amazing and it was SO unique and savory and tasty! The roasted garlic is more like fried toasted garlic, I don't think I have ever had that on pizza, way better than what I was expecting. We ate it with and without the balsamic glaze and of course had some with the ranch side. I could have dipped that flatbread into so many different sauces or just had more on its own, it really was outstanding. I was also very pleasantly surprised by the BBQ chicken salad, the vegetable quality was on point. I took the photo after I mixed it, the initial presentation was beautiful. I got a sampler with the fruitier stuff, fruit beer, seltzer, kombucha, and a light beer and they were obviously the perfect light day drinks for our lunch stop with a side of a jumbo game of Connect Four. Staff was awesome I wish I could give a shout out to our girl who's name I unf forgot, you were awesome! Love me some breweries & this was great!!

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What a great find in Santa Barbara! The beers were impressive, there was great outdoor seating and the ambiance was refreshing. You have to order food, but a small salad was reasonably small enough to enjoy a flight without feeling full. The selection of beer was exciting. I can't get that nutty barrel aged brown ale out of my head! So good! Enjoy this place with friends and family. Cheers. read more

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Nicole T.

3 years ago

I had always heard great things about Rincon Brewery but had never tried it, but this past weekend, I finally got the chance to try it, and it did not disappoint. We got the Classic Carpinteria salad, the Classic Burger, the RB Burger, and the Tri-Tip Sandwich. We sat outside, and the service was great. Would definitely recommend! read more

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Alex T.

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4 years ago

Great beer. Friendly place! We will definitely be coming back here! Always a crowd pleaser. read more

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Alex A.

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5 years ago

Amazing beer and friendly staff! I got a flight and each beer I had was great. The bartender recommended one for me and it was so good. The patio area was very cute and perfect to hang out and enjoy. read more

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Globaleater G.

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2 years ago

Best place to eat in the funk zone. Most of the wineries & breweries don't have much in the way of food. Good HH menu for food & drinks. The buffalo cauliflower was a huge portion & very, very good. I like the dark beers but they're so filling, so I'm glad they had a smaller glass available rather than a full pint. Home made clam chowder was decent. read more

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Lady D.

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First time here. Service, food and ambiance all good! Will be coming back with a bigger crowd! read more

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Wendy S.

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This place has it all! Beer, wine, and delicious food. We got the garlic, cheese flat bread and the nachos. Very tasty. My parents became "board members" which gets you a GIANT size beer...not sure what the stipulations are to become a board member because I don't drink beer. They had the Sunday night game (American football) on and the vibe was pretty chill.... Maybe a little too chill. The bartender didn't really seem too happy to be there and didn't really strive to provide good customer service for anyone who was in house. I'm used to the carp location, so maybe my expectations were a bit high. All in all, the drinks and food were great and we all had a good time. I heard a rumor that they plan to have a full kitchen in the near future (they had a limited but good menu). I definitely would like to go back when the kitchen opens. So pop in and gave a pint ... and ask about their "board member" deal. My parents thoroughly enjoyed their giant mug of beer! read more

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Peter L.

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A great place to hang out, have a simple meal, and enjoy a beverage. I came from Ventura County and was not expecting the city to be still under Covid restrictions (no indoor dining). So most places having ordering at the bar. My wife and I split a panini and and order of jalapeño poppers along with a few drinks. The air was warm, breeze smelt of the sea, and it was quiet enough that we could relax for a few hours without the kids. Honestly, my experience was nothing short of paradise. Great food and atmosphere. read more

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Kaylan H.

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Great social distancing and outdoor seating during covid. Outside heaters and lights at night were very cozy. Also let you do tasters before choosing your flavor. Dog friendly. Although I would not recommend the tarpit beer unless you like very very dark rich beer! read more

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Clarabelle W.

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6 years ago

Just fabulous. First of all, super friendly knowledgeable staff. Beers are great and plentiful. I love that there were Hard Kombucha's on tap. The flatbread was delicious. We also had the berry salad which was quite colorful. Off menu they made a great pepperoni flatbread that my son loved! read more

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Amy J.

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So you have to purchase an entree in order to purchase any alcohol. But other then that, service was very friendly. Beer was good. Salad was fresh. Outdoor seating was limited but we were able find one under the shade. Awesome that they have their own parking lot. read more

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J S.

4 years ago

10/10 would recommend. There's a small garden outside that was the perfect place for you to take your therapy session, and what goes coupled great with therapy? Alcohol. The beer here is perfectly chilled. I got a hazy beach wave IPA which was perfect after a tough session of self reflection. The vibes were as chill as the beer they serve. read more

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Kelley S.

6 years ago

Rincon Brewery had an excellent combination of great beer and great service! A variety of beers, dog-friendly environment, and relaxed ambience made for a casual after-work experience. I recommend the La Reina, a lager that sips smooth and flavorful. You won't regret a pit stop here! read more

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Tate H.

6 years ago

This place is awesome! Low-key, well appointed, good music, nice service. Nice COVID patio. I especially like that it is off the beaten track from the "drag" on State St. So much quieter and more fun; great energy. I would highly recommend the flatbreads and each beer I tried. Mac was my favorite; I also had the Oktoberfest German style Amber and a Stout. Perfection! read more

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Greg R.

4 years ago

New spot or has this been here for a while? Cool surfer vibes, good beer and great outdoor space. Will be back to try some food.

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Noeli T.

5 years ago

I got a pesto flatbread and a kombucha beverage. Honestly was a great portion for the price and delicious. I will definitely be returning!

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turkey panini was super good. Cuban tasted too much like pickles. Outside patio is nice and relaxing. No table service read more

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Dani R.

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Nice brewery a little off the ways from State Street. The owner was really nice and accommodating on a Saturday afternoon. It was busy and he was trying to get everyone in and not waiting in a long line for a long period of time. Beers were delicious and I loved the patio seating with beautiful plants and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Looking very forward to coming back and checking this place out! Don't forget, during Covid you have to get a food item in order to drink. But don't fret, the flatbreads are amazing! Just went with a pepperoni one and it was delicious!!! read more

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Victoria D.

4 years ago

From the historic and beautiful Funk Zone setting, to the superb brews, the friendly and attentive staff, both the outside and inside areas which welcome kids and dogs (ping pong!), to the top notch food, this is our fave place...and it never disappoints. Every single menu offering is delicious, fresh, inventive, locally sourced. The shrimp ceviche tostada and the Cobb salad are our go-to's, but everything is yummy. Treat yourself to them all. Fun spot! What a welcome addition to the area! read more

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Alyssa D.

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Okay so for starters I was so happy when I found out they were opening a Rincon Brewery in the Funk zone! I have to say that although this local has I different menu than the one in Carpinteria I love it just the same. The environment is fun and relaxing. You do have to order inside at the bar. Which was something that confused us for a minute but we didn't mind ordering inside. I really enjoyed my time here. I ordered a hard seltzer. Which came with a sugar cane stick. Which I thought was so fun! I also ordered a salad which was so yummy! The fruit was so fresh and the combination of nuts and cheese hit the spot! Honestly I can't wait to go back so I can order it again. read more

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Christine C.

6 years ago

Had a great time here on Monday. I have only been to SB twice, and I'm glad we decided to try this place out for some beers and food. I got the flight of beer which was fun and had the vegetarian panini. Karen was amazing and she was super helpful, friendly, and overall made sure our experience was great. Really appreciate it :) I'll be back next time I visit SB read more

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Garrett K.

6 years ago

Love RB in Carp and Ventura... and love Santa Barbara now too! Had the garlic and Brie flatbread which melts in your mouth.. so I washed it down with a double Hazy IPA. The outdoor patio was perfect for a family gathering, next time we will bring the pups Stoked to have good food and beer at the same place in the Funk Zone! read more

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Tiffany C.

5 years ago

We were the only ones there on a Thursday afternoon and it took 25 min fir them to bring our flat bread. The beer was drinkable, nothing to write home about. read more

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Cassidy W.

6 years ago

Amazing food and great beer! My boyfriend and I went here yesterday and got the Garden Delight Panini and Heirloom Pesto Flatbread as well as a couple beers. I loved the outdoor seating and this place has a nice ambiance as well! Cool location to hop around and a large selection of beer on tap! read more

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Atcking J.

6 years ago

Ehh, just didn't deliver. Neither do their other locations so it's time for a review. I mean opening night was just boring. Why not run a special on beers? Hire a band? Food specials? Come out with a bang. Plan on spending $10 on a beer. It's almost 9 with tax, leave a $1 tip and there you go. I have never had a beer "wow" me here. They are just drinkable, that's it. The $14 salad? Wow, it was not exciting and a ripoff. The $16 chicken club, looks good but had zero flavor. Comes with no sides either. There are no appetizers either. No value here. I'm sure the tourists will run in and out of there but locals won't. Now, they allow dogs, so I always enjoy that. read more

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Donna C.

4 years ago

We visited on a weekday at 11:30 AM. Had the place ourselves out on the peaceful patio. Excellent service, delicious Chicken Pesto panini and Garden delight panini- fresh veggies, nice and crispy and hot. We also really enjoyed the Funk'N Hazy Rincon double IPA on tap. read more

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Ed D.

6 years ago

Had the SB IPA which was cold, frosty glass and delicious. Also had the mufaleta. Huge!! Tasty!! A winner!! Highly recommend it to anyone. Enjoy. read more

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Travis K.

3 years ago

lovely service, great convo's with staff. all around good vibes. will return next time I'm passing through town.

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Kevin N.

6 years ago

They just opened in SB. Other Carpinteria location is awesome too. Great outside patios. The lager is good. Thai chicken pizza was really impressive. Love the Thai chili sauce. Will definitely be coming back soon and can't wait for post-COVID beer and pizza. read more

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Scott P.

6 years ago

The Cuban panini was great. They brewed a special beer for the opening of the SB location, Santa Barbara IPA, which was good too. It's nice that they have multiple West Coast IPAs, instead of all hazys like you see everywhere else. The expanded patio gives it plenty of space outside so it won't feel crowded at all. They only have a limited menu right now, but once they get a full menu like in Carp, this should be a go-to spot. read more

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James D.

5 years ago

First time here was fine. Service was nothing to get excited about but the beer and food was great. Second time we waited for 40 minutes for 1 app and we eventually went in to ask where the food was. The app must have been sitting there for awhile because they brought it out immediately (like magic) and it was Luke warm. We mentioned to the staff that we are really upset with the service and they offered an apathetic apology and that was it. It was definitely one of those times I wish I didn't give a tip upfront. We will not be back to this location because of the apathetic service. Stick to the carp and Ventura locations. read more

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Zac P.

6 years ago

Best Brewery in Santa Barbara! Enjoyed some La Reina lagers as well as a flatbread and a panini. Great owners, great food, and great beer!

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Adriana C.

6 years ago

This piece of shit place gives there customers freezer burn flat bread for $15 bucks!! Just so you can try a beer!!! Dont come here that's why when we came no one was here!!! Cause they suck!! And they just wanna take you for a ride for your money!!! Flat bread tastes just like freezer burn not worth it so don't even try it!!! read more

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Kathy P.

6 years ago

What an amazing addition Rincon Brewery brings to the funk zone! The owners did an amazing job of creating a fun rustic outdoor ambience w recycled wood pallets and old wine barrels. Large exotic fishtail palms sway over the patio and the tables are spaced w physical-distance safety and comfort in mind. The service is impeccable. And the whole vibe is friendly and fun! The food delicious; best flatbread in town in my opinion - enjoyed the heirloom tomato drizzled w aged balsamic vinegar. Washed it down w a saison pale ale, which was funky and fun. We'll def be back and so stoked RB made it up to SB! read more

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Jorge O.

6 years ago

The food was averagely good but the workers flipped out when I had to spit into the plants and created a whole scenario that never occurred to the officer and wanted to arrest us. I truly don't know how to feel to the fact that this severe Alma created a whole situation that never happened just to get me in trouble. Truly a shame read more

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Ruth D.

6 years ago

We are long-time locals and have been waiting for Rincon Brewery to open up in Santa Barbara. Our first night here! We will be regulars and spread the word!! Great service, beer, wine, seltzer and food plus (unfortunately) COVID-19 accommodations. Rincon Brewery is doing it right! Welcome to SB!! read more

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Becca M.

6 years ago

Loved it! I used to live in Carp and my office is also in Carp, so before the shut down, me and my coworkers were regulars at the Carp Rincon. I have to be honest and say I've never been a huge fan of the food at that location so I wasn't expecting anything better here at the SB one, but the appetizer we ordered was delicious! It was the stuffed chiles I believe. The menu looked better and more succinct overall so it makes sense that since they're focusing on doing fewer things better here, it actually is better. The beer, as always, was great. I got the rivermouth stout. On top of that, the some of the owners were sitting at a table close to us and when they saw that the heater next to us wasn't working and the propane tanks were empty, they got up and moved their heater over to our table for us. They were so nice and welcoming and appreciative of our business. The patio area has plenty of room to spread out and be away from other tables and they've also got seating in the parking lot. So I guess beware of that, if you're driving, I think you'll have to park on the street but we walked there so it wasn't an issue for us. There are also public lots nearby if there's nothing available on the street. Would definitely come back here! read more

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205 Santa Barbara St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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(805) 869-6627
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http://www.rinconbrewery.com

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Hours

What time does Rincon Brewery open?

Rincon Brewery opens at 11:30 AM on Monday, Sunday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Rincon Brewery close?

Rincon Brewery closes at 8:00 PM on Monday and Sunday.Rincon Brewery is closed on Tuesday and Wednesday.Rincon Brewery closes at 9:00 PM on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Mon, Sun 11:30 AM - 8:00 PMTue-Wed ClosedThu-Sat 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

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Does Rincon Brewery take Bitcoin?

No, Rincon Brewery does not take Bitcoin.

Does Rincon Brewery take credit cards?

Yes, Rincon Brewery takes credit cards.

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Does Rincon Brewery have catering options?

No, Rincon Brewery does not have catering options.

Does Rincon Brewery have a happy hour?

Yes, Rincon Brewery has a happy hour.

Indoor Amenities

Does Rincon Brewery allow dogs?

Yes, Rincon Brewery allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Rincon Brewery have bike parking?

Yes, Rincon Brewery has bike parking.

Does Rincon Brewery have parking?

Yes, Rincon Brewery has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

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Is Rincon Brewery wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Rincon Brewery is wheelchair accessible.

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Brandon M.

5 years ago

to the frat guy working behind the bar: calling your co workers and bar customers derogatory words is not cool. I was appalled that your co bartender did ALL the work while you drank and played games with your friends at the bar. no wonder people dont want to work in this indusrty anymore. Rincon needs to know who they hire. this is not okay especially in a new location in SB where locals dont put up with this type of behaviour. not coming back, kt was uncomfortable the whole time read more

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