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    Brass Bird

    4.1 (47 reviews)

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    Chicken sandwich, dog friendly spot , my dog is wondering why didn't I buy a treat for her
    Cat N.

    A lovely spot for a quiet breakfast or lunch They keep it simple with the menu and service style yet provides a good experience Most their tables are outside what makes their patio dog friendly Great addition to uptown

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    Emmy C.

    Came in when they closed but they still allowed us to order cold brews and some pastries. I've tried the lucky llama in carpinteria but have never tried brass bird. I will say I am liking brass birds coffee better than lucky llama. Initially the cold brew had a slight almond, toffee and hint of coco note and also had a smoothness to it. The brown butter chocolate chip cookie was good, but they had some salt on it which I didn't like. But the cookie did taste good, it was also soft and chewy. To me the croissant was okay, but the wife seemed the like it. Next time I want to order the minted cold brew, because I'm curious if it's going to taste similar to Philz coffee.

    Chicken Pesto sandwich
    Natalia W.

    Everything I look for in a cinnamon roll omg. Perfectly sweet with cream cheese frosting, moist inside but not drenched. It was delicious. The chicken pesto sandwich was just okay in my opinion, but I'd certainly come back here to try more items from the menu. Plenty of seating outside and some inside, with a pleasant atmosphere and kind staff.

    Great patio area
    Angela R.

    Brass Bird Coffee & Kitchen just opened and it did not disappoint! It's exactly what we needed in the uptown area. I stopped by on Saturday, but they were closed. Just be aware they close around 3pm. I came back on Sunday morning and there was a line out the door. Expect a wait time of about 15-20 minutes if you're coming on the weekend. Don't worry because there's plenty of seating! Just be patient. The staff was friendly and very attentive. I appreciate that they offered menus and samples of their blueberry muffin while waiting in line. They were hustling! I ordered the breakfast burrito, which was delicious. Definitely a 10/10 and the salsa on the side was perfect. For my beverage, I went with a MudWtr latte. It's made with lion's mane, Chaga, reishi, chai spices, black tea, cocoa, maple, vanilla + steamed milk. This drink is cozy, earthy, and is giving elevated energy without the jitters. And don't even get me started on the pastry case! Endless choices such as croissants, muffins, quiche, cookies, cruffins, danishes... basically everything your morning sweet dreams are made of. I held back on ordering a sweet treat this visit. I was in the mood for a savory meal. There's limited parking available in the lot, but you can also find parking on the street or neighborhood. you're looking for a new hot spot, this is it!

    Rosie O.

    New, fresh and great atmosphere. Seating inside and out. A great variety of menu items. Coffee, bakery, breakfast, and lunch. Weekend, so it was busy; line out the door. But, there was plenty of staff, friendly and quite efficient considering they have only been open for one week. We had coffee drinks and breakfast burrito to go. Both were delicious. When waiting I saw other food come out and will come back to try breakfast sandwich. I love a good breakfast sandwich and it really looked good. Stayed tuned, and give this new coffee, kitchen a try.

    Gracie G.

    Yes! Brass Bird in SB. Cinnimon Roll Latte tastes just like what you imagine! And blueberry ricotta muffin. :-) I wanted to try so much more but i will be back plenty more times!! Its a busy place. I had to find street parking. And when i left the line was out the door. Cant wait to try a breakfast and lunch entree.

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    Vanessa D.

    I was over the moon to hear Brass Bird was opening in Santa Barbara. Their carpinteria location is always a favorite of my family. There is a parking lot but fills quickly. Thankfully there is street parking all around. Despite the outside appearance there is a ton of seating inside and outside. The coffee drinks are fantastic! My vanilla oat latte was perfection as usual. The quiche is flavorful and comes with a small side salad. My boys inhaled their almond croissants. Last but not least, despite being open for only three days, the staff are so friendly and welcoming! Lots of helping hands and big smiles. Check this place out!

    Hard-scrambled eggs
    Carmen W.

    The service and ambience were great. The problems were behind the kitchen door. My "soft-scrambled eggs with herbs and sourdough toast" (as listed on the menu) were disappointments. The eggs were hammered, and the bread was not toasted. It had been brushed with a little oil and briefly heated on the grill, meaning that when it got to me it was stiff on the outside and cold and very chewy on the inside. This isn't the cook having a bad day. These are choices.

    Delia N.

    Food 10/10 Drinks 10/10 Ambience 10/10 Love the fire place featured and the decor is classic vibe! Plates are big and the Macha is ceremonial grade!!! Love me a good macha! Service 10/10!!! Found a new hang out spot!

    Fruit and cheese danish, DELICIOUS.
    Chelsea B.

    10/10 delicious food and drinks, great atmosphere, great location. So excited to have a Brass Bird in the neighborhood.

    Cinnamon Roll
    Hugh A.

    Brass Bird is a cute brunch spot in Santa Barbara. I tried the cinnamon roll, breakfast sandwich and burrito which were all very tasty! Would come back here again when I'm in the area.

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    FOOD POISONING! I got food poisoning from the breakfast sandwich on Sunday 5/31/26. I will 100% NOT be going back to this location.

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    Meh. Not worth the hype. The breakfast burrito was very greasy and the coffee was mid. I'll stick to my other go-to's in the area

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    Delicious food great service nice location. I had the chicken Panini sandwich highly recommend.

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    Great ambiance. Different types of delicious breakfast foods. Excellent cappuccino.

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