We loved our visit to grassini. No wait when we arrived since we had a resy. Staff is knowledgeable…read moreon all the wines and helped us in choosing the flight we would like best. Really sad we only had carry ons or we would've brought home a bottle.

Grassini Family Vineyards is a true Santa Barbara treasure--and our day there with friends, wine,…read moreand charcuterie by the pond will stay with us forever. From the moment we arrived, Ms. Susan set the tone. She welcomed us with warmth, guided us through the wines with passion and knowledge, and made us feel like honored guests rather than visitors. Her care elevated our entire experience. We enjoyed a beautiful charcuterie lunch by the pond, surrounded by serene scenery and great company. The wines paired perfectly: bold, elegant Cabernet Sauvignons full of dark fruit and spice, and a crisp, refreshing Sauvignon Blanc that lit up our tasting. Every glass told the story of the Happy Canyon terroir and the Grassini family's dedication to sustainable, hands-on winemaking. With awards like Best Winery & Best Tasting Room (Santa Barbara Independent, seven years running) and recognition as the Santa Barbara Wine Auction's Honorary Winery, it's no wonder Grassini has become such a celebrated name. But beyond the accolades, what makes it truly special is the feeling--connection, legacy, and service that makes you want to come back again and again. If you're in Santa Barbara, make time for Grassini. Sit by the pond, share a board with friends, sip the wines, and let Susan guide you--you'll leave with both bottles and memories to savor.

We visited this wine tasting room on 05/23/2026 at about noon…read more It was a lovely day, a bit overcast and the temperature was perfect. This tasting room has an outdoor deck on the Stearn's Wharf, with a great view of the water and the surrounding area. This outdoor deck is actually open to the public, so you don't have to buy wine -- but why wouldn't you? We were met by a very friendly person at the counter, who opened our tab and started us off with the first of our five tastings. You just had to make a quick trip up to the counter, to get your next one. It got progressively busier as the time went on; however, they were prepared with a second person as it got busier. Overall, this was a great afternoon. You can choose from an all red tasting, or a mixed tasting. We had one of each! I would definitely come back here again in the future.

I would say a good vibe for either a bachelorette party or a first date…read more To all my young men out there who don't know where to take a woman on a first date, this would be it. The music is super chill and the wine is incredible. Moderately priced I always say. We got the signature wine tasting package which came with 5 pours. We got here and there was a bachelorette party of about 15 people drinking and having a good time. They looked like they were just starting their evening here to get some drinks in. So the service can handle a crowd. It was clean. The vibe was right, the wine was good, And the service was impeccable.

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've been wanting to stop in and try Pali Wine for quite some time. We found ourselves in Santa…read moreBarbara on New Year's Eve and we decided to stop in for a glass of bubbly. Taylor and Joe were both so helpful and let us try anything we would like. We bought a beautiful bottle of Pinot Noir from 2021. I follow a girl that is married to the owners daughter and it's been so fun to see the journey of this wine company up until now. They have got a nice selection of natural and regular wines. Some lovely bubbly wines. The entire experience was excellent from start to finish. Don't miss Pali!

The inside of the wine garden was beautiful. We sat at a large table and explored the wine flights…read more 3 of us went with the fresh wines and 1 went with the estate flight. The flights came out with cute detailed menus. The wines were pretty good overall and for the first time I could taste the different flavors. Never really been able to do that. The white blend was so good I bought a bottle!

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.

My friends and I stumbled upon this winery/wine tasting because we found parking right in front and…read morea gentleman invited us in saying that this was one of the best places in Santa Barbara so we were convinced! He definitely was not wrong. The hospitality here is very nice and for the price point For the tastings I find it a really good deal compared to other places! There is indoor and outdoor seating, but the outdoor definitely gives the better vibe of a winery! Inside is chilly and it has a shuffleboard! The ladies here are super sweet and I totally recommend if you are in the area looking for a wine tasting that doesn't break the bank

My daughter chose this winery for us to visit on Halloween, and it turned out to be the perfect…read morechoice! We were staying at the Ritz-Carlton Bacara for my niece's wedding, and since we had a full day to spend in Santa Barbara, we decided to come here -- and we're so glad we did! The winery was super cute and had the perfect Halloween vibe we were looking for. The person that assisted us was wearing a dinosaur inflated costume. It was so fun! Our original plan was to have a drink and then walk around downtown Santa Barbara, but we loved it so much that we ended up staying the entire time. We were seated in a cozy living room-style area with a fireplace right beside us -- it felt so warm and inviting. Later in the afternoon, the Dodgers game came on, so we enjoyed watching part of it while sipping our wine and just relaxing. They even had a fun Halloween special that paired chocolates and candies with their wines, which made the experience extra festive and unique. The charcuterie board was absolutely delicious -- we ordered extra bread and crackers because everything was so good! We had such an amazing time here. I can't express enough how much we enjoyed it. If you're ever in Santa Barbara, definitely come check this place out!

After a truly disappointing and uncomfortable experience at another winery on the same block…read more(Melville Winery), we walked into J. Wilkes Winery hoping to reset the tone of our day -- and it completely exceeded our expectations in every way. From the moment we arrived, the staff at J. Wilkes was warm, welcoming, and genuinely kind. Their positive energy instantly lifted our spirits. Everyone we interacted with was pleasant, professional, and attentive, making us feel not just like customers, but like valued guests. We were encouraged to relax and enjoy the space. We were even allowed to play a friendly card game at our table while sipping our wine, which added a fun and personal touch to the tasting. The team struck the perfect balance of being available, informative, and never overbearing. The wines themselves were fantastic -- smooth, rich, and well-presented with helpful guidance from the staff. Every pour came with insight, and you could tell the team truly loves what they do. This was the highlight of our wine tasting day in Santa Barbara, and we're so grateful we chose to stop here. If you're looking for a place that treats you with respect, makes you feel welcome, and serves incredible wine, J. Wilkes is the place to go. We will absolutely be returning!

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

Mickey pour Thursdays! Delicious wines and friendly conversations. Anastasia blend is the wine of…read moreday

Carlos was an amazing driver with great history about the Santa Barbara wine country. He took us to…read moregreat small local wineries. We really enjoyed all 3 of them and they were all so unique. It was great having all 3 winemakers talk about their wines and history It was a 'pinch me' day.

If you want an outstanding and individualized wine tour, book with Sustainable Wine Tours. Karina…read morewas amazing and went above and beyond to make my mom's 75th birthday extra special. She was knowledgeable, accommodating, and extremely personable, which made our trip so memorable. Karina for President!!!

Had a blast at Fox Wine!…read more We visited on Valentine's day and it was super packed but luckily, we were able to find a table! We decided on the $20 tasting of 5 wines. Before deciding on which wines to taste, you are able to get a sample of each in ordee to decide which suit your tastebuds the best. Since it was me and partner, we tried every single one! Whichever the other skipped out on, the other got and vise versa. We had a wonderful experience, chatted, and played games that were provided.

Had a company event here and got to try a few wines. My thoughts: the Sauvignon blanc was just…read moreokay, but the Chardonnay and the Pinot Noor were both quite good. The wine piece is located deeper in the building behind the brewery. The people at the counter were very very and helpful at picking which varietals to try.

This really is the perfect place for both wine AND food…read more So far we've been in a couple times sitting in the bar area and also out on their comfy patio space. Our servers Alex and Kayla were exceptional at both suggesting some delicious lunch items, and also giving a rundown on their different wine tastings. They gave us some helpful information on the assorted varietals and vintages as well. We went in specifically for their M5 and Riviera Rose, but discovered their extensive selection of other varietals and vintages. Came away with some new favorites: Sauvignon Blanc, Trois Blondes (a delicious white blend), Viognier, Mourvedre, and Estate Syrah. Perfect that they open at noon for lunch. We paired our wines with their Santa Barbara Smokehouse Salmon, Smoked Duck and Arugula Salad, Chicken Pesto Sandwich, and Sausage Mushroom & Carmelized Onion Pizza. Still so much on their menu to enjoy.

I'm giving this place 3 stars because of the efforts of one server to keep things afloat outside…read more When we arrived, another large party had just left outside and she immediately cleaned one of their tables so we could sit. It was chilly so she tried to light the heat lamp at my request but both that one and the replacement did not work. The replacement actually had the propane disconnected so I assume someone knew that tank needed to be changed out but didn't do it. The other tables from the large party were full of wine glasses and a half eaten pizza. Those sat there for over an hour, and we watched several groups of people come but leave without being seated because no server was available yo seat them and the only open table hadn't been cleared. When it was finally cleared, one guest at a near by table commented that the pizza shouldn't go to waste. The girl who cleared the table initially carried it inside but came right back out with it and served it to that guest whose kid ate it. I'm all for not wasting food and if the guest had gotten up and grabbed the pizza himself, that would be one thing... but to serve old food that had been sitting out for a long time to a guest is a no no for a business. We otherwise enjoyed most of the wines in our tasting flight. Would've given 5 stars if service had been more timely, tables cleared and old food not served up.