Tasting Flights: $25 (waived with a 2-bottle purchase). Beer tasting flight: $20…read more This was only our second visit to Rincon Mountain's tasting room, but the experience was just as wonderful as the first time. This is a family owned/operated wine and beer tasting room located in Carpinteria, with their vineyards located on nearby Rincon Mountain and in Paso Robles. Cool vibe entry area, with a large, garage-like back room and outdoor tasting areas. Parking available both on street and in a private lot in back. WINES: We were fortunate to have Jill, co-owner with her husband Edward, pour for us and the service was excellent. We tried 5 wines from the tasting menu, a '22 Storytime Rosè, '22 Susie Q (white Rhone blend), 2020 Dusty Vinyl (Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre red blend), '19 Tempranillo, and a '19 Monk (Bordeaux red blend). In addition, Jill also poured us a '22 Syrah. Again, all the wines were well-made and flavorful. We took advantage of the waived tasting fee and took several bottles home with us. You can also purchase wines by the glass or enjoy a bottle onsite. BEER: New since our last visit, Jill and Edward decided to brew beer, so we also decided to share a tasting. All ingredients are grown on their property and they're currently pouring a Lu Lu Lager, a Monk's Ration (Belgian Ale), and a Sal's Stout. The pours are generous and easily enough for two people to share a tasting. We're not huge beer fans, but these, especially the lager and the ale, were so refreshing and full of flavor. They're sold in 750ml bottles, and we took a couple of these home as well. I highly recommend a visit to Rincon Mountain Winery's tasting room. You won't be disappointed!

We stumbled into Rincon after wine tasting elsewhere a little over a year ago. We had been very…read moredisappointed in the wine we tried that day until we came here. Just wow! The family vibe of Rincon is so beautiful. The staff are all so lovely. We LOVED the wine...which is absolutely incredible. We'll never not get the Dusty Vinyl and Tempranillo. Both are so bold and complicated while also being so easy. We became members on our first visit and have enjoyed every shipment and subsequent visit. We haven't been able to make it up to the mountain yet but cannot wait. Also the empanadas you can order are delicious and the vinyl that's always spinning at the room sets such a lovely ambiance. Being in an industrial area you expect a low level ambiance but it is incredible. The wine bar in the front vs the room in the back offer something for everyone.

We decided to try Grassini Winery and we had the best time! Our host, Susan, was phenomenal and…read moremade the experience even more enjoyable. The location is absolutely beautiful, with amazing views that make it a perfect place to relax and enjoy great wine. After reading some of the other reviews, I think it's worth pointing out that the winery does not provide food--and that's not uncommon in the wine industry. If you'd like snacks, simply bring your own. It wasn't a big deal for us at all. Overall, we had an exceptional experience and would definitely recommend Grassini to anyone looking for great wine, stunning scenery, and outstanding hospitality.

Very cute little wine bar to do wine tastings at. The staff is very informative and friendly. And…read moredog-friendly!

Frequency has a wonderful outdoor patio, fantastic wines and great service. Our server really took…read moreit over the top with her friendly manner. We were seated in a prime spot next to their fountain and ordered 2 tasting flights. To get the tasting flights comp'd, you need to purchase 2 bottles of wine. That's a bit steep as some places will comp it with 1 bottle. Nonetheless, our server had the perfect pacing for the tasting and even gave us a little extra sip at the end for our photo. I truly enjoyed every wine that we tried. They have a small charcuterie or potato chip offering that comes from the nearby cheese store.

Second place we visited this week to try some wine…read more Great outdoor patio with lots of seating, nice vibe. I am not a white wine fan, but we did like some of their whites. Red wine was decent, we had a grenache, a syrah and some blend. Not blow your socks off kind of wine, but decent and fun vibe and staff were pleasant and seemed happy to be there. Would recommend to friends visiting the SB area.

I did the standard tasting for $30. I loved the Sauvignon Blanc & Grenache Rosé. The inside has a…read morebar & tables with all the wine barrels. The outside has a cute patio that is dog friendly. A great place to gather with friends & enjoy a glass of wine. Parking- parking spots in front

So good wine so cute vibes…read more My girlfriend and I came here for the first time on Valentine's Day since we had both never gone. It honestly blew us away. The staff is very attentive and their wine is really good. We've since returned and my gf even got a membership so we'll be back even more! If you prefer reds or whites, you're sure to find something here you'll enjoy and that can't be said for all places. Check em out.

I was in town for several days and every time we drove down Carpinteria Avenue, we noticed this…read moreparticular corner eatery patio was packed throughout the day and night. Adults and kiddos out there eating and drinking. I made a mental note to myself to check 'em out. That I did ... I went there for lunch. They share a shopfront with Dang's burgers. Walk into the building and smack to the left is the Dang's burger ordering counter. To the right is Sunburst Wine Bar. The bar has a bar counter and chairs. The interior look is modern, unpretentious casual. Bright with lots of natural light. But if you're looking for a TV, they don't have any. The vibe is chill, unpretentious, welcoming, and family friendly. Family friendly bar?!? No, kids aren't allowed at the counter but are allowed on the outside patio and well as leashed dogs. The patio seating is tables and bench seating. The bar menu has draft beers, local wines. and canned drinks. They have flights. While partaking in a drink at the bar, you can even eat your Dang's food at the bar as well. The bartender was a sweetheart. Engaging with a great attitude. And may I add, she isn't a wimp. When there were no customers at the bar, she was stacking and moving drink boxes. Getting business done.

Lots of options at sunburst! Wine, beer, hard kombucha, on tap, in bottles who ever you want it! It…read moreshares space with dang burger and they have some inside seating and then an awesome patio. I got my dang burger order in and then got a light beer on tap to go with order and to drink while I waited. Bar tender was nice and answered all my questions. I will be back!

We were in the area for Flight of the Concords at the Bowl. They talked about the Funk Zone so much…read moreduring the show, we had to check it out the next day! Plenty of public parking close. Cut shops inside with art and a tiki bar. We love SB!

So much to love about these 10 blocks of Shopping, Wine, Beer, Coffee, Restaurants, Art, Museums…read moreand Culture, Hotels, and more Shopping. And all nestled nicely between Highway 101 and Cabrillo Blvd, and between Garden Street and State Street. Can't even start with what my favorite spots are, I find a new one each time I visit. Usually plenty of street parking on the weekdays, and on the weekends definitely need to use one of the assorted public parkling lots in the area. You'll also find Live DJ's, Karaoke, Trivia Nights, Live Music, Bingo, Happy/Hoppy Hours . . . and sometimes dancing in the streets.

This was our first time at Skyenna, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish…read more Mickey took the time to share the history of Santa Barbara and the Santa Ynez Valley wine region, which made the tasting feel much more meaningful and immersive. We sampled a variety of wines, including Sauvignon Blanc, Anastasia Red Blend, Grenache, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay--each one was excellent. Mickey is also a sommelier, and his knowledge really shows. He not only educated us on the wines but also highlighted and supported other local businesses. He truly feels like an ambassador for Santa Barbara. Hands down one of the best wine tasting experiences we've ever had. Highly recommend! Ian Lantz

I was here about a week ago with a friend visiting from Texas. We came in right as it opened and…read morehad the awesome pleasure of being served by Mickey! He has a wealth of knowledge about wine, food, the Central Coast and really made our 1st time here an enjoyable and memorable one! I can't say enough good things about my experience and can't wait to go back again next time I'm in Santa Barbara.

I went to visit the alpacas for my birthday on Valentine's Day, and I can honestly say it was one…read moreof the best experiences ever. From the moment we arrived, everything felt so peaceful and welcoming. Getting to see the alpacas up close, feed them, and just spend time around them was absolutely magical. They are the sweetest, most gentle little fluff balls I literally fell in love. Each one has its own personality, and being able to interact with them made the whole experience feel so special and personal. It was such a unique way to celebrate my birthday, and it made Valentine's Day even more memorable. I truly had the best time and left with the biggest smile on my face. They completely stole my heart... so now I guess I'll just have to go back and get it! I already can't wait to visit again. If you're thinking about going do it. You won't regret it!

Such a great experience! Stopped by this beautiful farm to see the Alpacas before my stop at Santa…read moreBarbara. I purchased tickets online before and it was very simple. They send you instructions and the tickets to get in by email. The animals were so cute and friendly enough to take pictures. During the tour they tell you what you can and can't do. They also tell you a little about the farm. The tour is one hour and that's a great timeframe for the whole experience.