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    The BackRoom

    4.2 (123 reviews)
    ModerateBeer Bar, Wine Bars
    Closed 1:00 pm - 8:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Casual
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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Cassie C.

    Fun little speakeasy right in the heart of Solvang! through Valley Brewers! I guess it used to be free, but now it's a $5 fee per person if you are not a member - no problem. It's a small little backroom you enter through a bookcase which I honestly wouldn't notice if I was just a regular person coming in here to buy some bottles. They have a menu full of beers and a decent sized patio with heaters to sit at. Cool spot to bring someone and get away from the hustle and bustle!

    Everywhere, IPA
    Derek R.

    Sandy hosted us in her speak easy and it was amazing - incredible supply of beers, beautiful space and very friendly atmosphere - perfect place to hang your hat for a few pints, check up on the game, or pop over some emails while you sip on a cold glass of suds (WiFi available). Nice work Sandy! We'll be back soon!

    Alesong's Senor Rhino (2022).  Yum.

    It's a speakeasy with a secret bookshelf entrance at the back of the Valley Brewers. Awesome vibe and beer selection. Jamming to classic rock while drinking bourbon barrel aged stouts currently. They have a nominal daily membership fee to be a part of the club or you can join to become a member for a year. You cannot find this kind of rotating beer selection around. Great job, The BackRoom. We will certainly be back again soon!

    Very interesting chart of the profiles on the many different hops.
    Mitchell L.

    Staff here were awesome and very cool. I enjoyed the ambiance here and will absolutely love to come back when I'm in the area. A huge bonus is they are the only place to carry my favorite beer within a 60 mi radius. Great selection of alcohol here for sure!

    a glass of beer on a table
    Diana G.

    Love this speakeasy! It's $5 to enter through a secret door (bookshelf) if you're not a member, but it's worth it. The outdoor patio has misters for hot days and the beer is delicious. I love the ambiance here and it feels like you're somewhere else.

    Sharleen S.

    Our hotel person told us about this hidden gem. I knew I would love it as soon as she told me "u go through a secret door". So, of course, had to check it out. I had no idea what the door was... so of course we had to ask the lady that worked there and she told us. You walk through the bookshelf!! If you're not a beer person, have no worries, they have iced tea and coffee as well. The seating inside is pretty limited but there is more outside - with 2 TVs. I'm not a beer person, so I spoke with the lady that worked there and told her what I'm into and she let me try some and I found one. I think this was the first time I actually drank a whole beer by myself lol. I fell in love as soon as I saw the sign that said "i love dogs and beer". Its dog friendly, they have water bowls out for them, and they have succulents! Sorry, but I dont know anywhere else that would be that amazing. The variety of beers they have is amazing, I'm sure there is something for everyone. This is one spot I will tell everyone about and be sure to come by every time im in town!!

    The Backroom is through the bookshelf
    Miori I.

    I knew I was going to love this place the moment I realized we enter through a bookshelf. Yes there's a hidden door. So fun! The Backroom is literally the backroom of Valley Brewers and super cute. The details grabbed me right away. The bookshelf accents are continued on the other side of the hidden door. The antique telephone hanging on the wall adds to the vintage ambiance. The tap area, small indoor seating area, and the outdoor patio provide several seating options. Great selection of craft beer. Taps are rotating and feature breweries from all over. I love trying new brews. The staff was friendly and extremely knowledgeable. The overall vibe of The Backroom is chill. I'm glad we made it a couple hours before they closed.

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    Jessika Y.

    Cute hideaway. Nice speakeasy located behind a bookshelf. It's a members only spot but mention the guest fee and you should be fine. Couldn't tell you how much the fee for 2 was though I spent $40 on the fees and one glass of wine. It's intimate and quiet in the back, a nice escape from the busy streets of Solvang. I visited during the day but I can imagine this would be a nice place to spend a evening. They have apparel and snacks up for purchase aswell. Stop by and enjoy

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    Alma M.

    It is a members only but for $5 you can buy a day pass, we'll worth it. It sure is a speakeasy. From the outside it looks like a liquor store but when you ask for the bar you go to a back door that looks like a bookcase. The worker was very friendly and let me sample before I chose what beer I wanted.

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    Hard to find craft brew in a speakeasy setting. What else do you need to know? This hidden gem in Solvang is worth your time.

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    It's so cool how Sandy and her husband always remember us and they make us feel like we're part of the family!

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    4.0(300 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    One thing we quickly noticed in Solvang is that there aren't many places open late, so finding High…read moreRoller Tiki Lounge open until 11 PM was a huge plus! After a delicious dinner nearby, we stopped in for drinks, live music, and a good time and this place delivered. They had a great live band playing fun tunes that really set the atmosphere. The vibe was relaxed, lively, and exactly what we were looking for to end the night. Their drink menu is packed with creative and fun options. I ordered the Mango Michelada, and it absolutely did not disappoint. Our waiter was also fantastic, very attentive, friendly, and kept checking in on us throughout the night. If you're in Solvang and looking for a fun late-night spot with good drinks, music, and great service, High Roller Tiki Lounge is definitely worth stopping

    I want to start by saying that I have never in my life experienced such a negative response when…read morewalking into a place. I wanted to love this place because of the aesthetic however, the owner (guy who wears the golf cap) immediately seemed annoyed that my friend and I wanted to grab a drink there. He just handed us the menus without acknowledging us. For reference it was not busy. So we sat down and he did stop by to take our order. There was one couple next to us and WOW! He came and asked them "Where are you guys visiting from?" And that was a whole conversation. He then came back a few minutes later to ask how their drinks were. And my friend and I were not acknowledged one bit and we were sitting right next to them and were the only ones in the room with them so it was very obvious. We did not feel welcome at all. It was such a bad feeling so I will definitely not waste my time or money at this place if I were you.

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    The Good Life

    4.0(237 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    I am known for many things (some good, some bad, some pretty, some ugly - but I digress); with one…read morebeing my obsession with all things medieval. In fact, I professionally moonlight as Historian specializing in medieval English history! This means that I am a sucker for anything reminding of the time period; making the Santa Barbara-adjacent Danish city of Solvang right up my alley with its medieval storybook streets/architecture. Among the many spots in Solvang that make my heart go pitter-patter is The Good Life: a cellar wine/ale/tavern- bar. Grab your favorite wench and come along to grab a pint... Stroll down Mission Drive in the famous Danish city of Solvang and you will be delighted to venture upon The Good Life that appears to pop out of a medieval history book with exposed wooden beans, plaster exterior walls and an entrance that resides at basement level (they don't call it a cellar bar for nothing!). Owned by a husband-wife team with extensive hospitality and restaurant experience under their belts in 2012; the charm of The Good Life is instantaneous and perfect for a gal like me obsessed with this sort of thing. Prepare to be instantly transported into the 15th century! Once you cross the threshold of The Good Life, the Shakesperean feel continues but is also modernized with a glowing fireplace, plush arm chairs and high bar tables (plus bar seating) and floor to ceiling wine racks. The Good Life is a perfect ratio of Solvang tradition with hints of romance making it ideal for a casual beverage, tourist pop-in or memorable date night drink. The latter is exactly how my boyfriend and I happened to come across The Good Life as we were visiting Solvang from Los Angeles for the city's Christmas-time Julefest. We had just spent the evening making holiday memories among the city's Christmas trees, twinkling lights and sugary delights. Post Danish-dinner, we decided to wrap up our forever-Solvang memory with a drink at The Good Life. We were immediately greeted by the male manning The Good Life without any attitude or distaste towards us for coming in as he was preparing to close for the evening. If he was upset with us in any way - he certainly didn't show it! The Good Life features an amazing menu of local and international wines, beers, ales, meads, ciders, and ports that make The Good Life feel fancy-schmancy and artisan; but also, neighborhood friendly for your favorite hipster or friend next door. My boyfriend and I shared a cider (I wish I remembered the specific one but alas my memory evades me) while enjoying the atmosphere of warmth at The Good Life. Other customers sat in the plush chairs with notepads and tarot cards, an older couple arrived to cap off the evening and I enjoyed the view of my boyfriend in a medieval-Danish inspired cellar bar. The Good Life is standout at accommodating to all customers and making sure no one feels out of place. A bountiful tip as important as the bosom of a medieval bar wench: the bathroom at The Good Life is labeled as 'Office'. Don't worry, you won't walk in on someone preparing accounting books and the only business happening behind this door involves you and your private matters. The Good Life is delightful and unique but doesn't just stop there: it also differentiates itself with a truly impressive alcohol selection that allows you to be introduced to local, national, Danish and international bevies you have surely not tried prior. The Good Life is recommended for a drink on your next trip to the tourist-friendly city of Solvang. Even if you aren't pretending to be in medieval times...

    My favorite bar and wine tasting downtown…read more Our server was super friendly and really took the time to tell us about each drink as he poured. The location is 21 and over which creates a really relaxing atmosphere. The drinks were so good we even bought a bottle to take home.

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    3.3(2.1k reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    They have two separate bars under one roof. I bar hopped 20' to the one next door.

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