Chill ambiance, low key vibe, and a great spot to grab a drink without all the noise. Cozy, a…read morelittle tucked away, and just easy to hang out in.

This is now called the Barrel Room, in the basement level of the "new" tower at the Santa Maria…read moreInn. It is open at 5:30pm Thursday - Saturday only. I had my first visit here last night. The bartender was really on top of things, and I could tell he really knew what he was doing. I asked to taste a couple of the reds, and when he didn't have one downstairs, he poured me a taste of another Pinot Noir to sip while he ran upstairs to get the one I'd asked about. They serve many good wines, both very local and from other California regions. Some of the interesting local ones include a few varietals from the local Allan Hancock community college's viniculture program. The Allan Hancock ($9/glass) 2023 Pinot Noir was pretty impressive! Fruity and young. I also very much enjoyed the Kleemeier (also Santa Barbara County) 2024 Pinot Noir, which belied its young age in the best way ($12/ glass). This space has the bar and some soft seating, and around the corner is another seating area that looks like a wine cellar. Very cozy and cute. I will return.

I was visiting from out of town, the vibe walking into this place was not friendly. I inquired…read moreabout a couple of wines on the menu, I assume the person helping me was the owner, they were very condescending, not welcoming and definitely not helpful. My niece who had just turned 21 had left her ID at home, we completely understood and did not expect to be served as we would never ask a business to compromise their license. However the way we were treated was horrible. We went home grabbed my niece's ID and took our business to El Viñero down the road. The wines at El Viñero are delicious, local and the staff was so friendly!

Finally stopped by and so glad I did! Very friendly owners and service! Great variety of things to…read moredrink and eat. Clean, cozy and just a great vibe! Living in this area I know this place won't be for everyone but if you just want a chill fun time then stop by and grab a drink. Prices are in line with other places around here. They do not offer tastings so be aware of that but they are pretty open to letting you taste before committing to a bottle or glass!

Jocko's is one of those places that feels like a true hidden gem and a piece of old-school…read moreCalifornia. The atmosphere has that classic charm you don't find much anymore -- nothing flashy, just a real authentic steakhouse feel that makes you feel like you stepped back in time. The staff is super friendly and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. You feel taken care of from the moment you walk in. If you want a true Santa Maria-style steak experience, this is the place. The steaks are cooked over real red oak and have that smoky flavor that's hard to beat. You can tell they've stayed true to what made them famous instead of trying to become some trendy modern restaurant. Great food, great portions, great people, and a place with real character. If you appreciate old-school steakhouses and authentic Santa Maria-style BBQ, Jocko's is worth the trip.

Oh yes. Stumbled upon this iconic restaurant 3years ago. Looks like a biker bar / restaurant. I was…read morewrong.. sorta' Everyone is there for the steaks! Absolutely fantastic. Service is great and such a great atmosphere. Enjoyed their food 3 times now. Never been disappointed. Check them out when in SLO

Affordable drinks. Relaxing atmosphere and fabulous customer service. Celebrating pride this month…read moreand occasionally karaoke.

Cute little wine tasting bar near many other places in downtown Orcutt. Great service with a smile…read moreand very helpful with helping to pick which wine we wanted to try. Service with a smile. Had a food truck outside in the afternoon and were okay with us bringing out snacks in.

Great location and great service! We absolutely loved our experience. We walked in and the owner…read morequickly greeted us and educated us on the option we inquired out. There is a nice modern and relaxed ambiance in the bar. The decorations create a bright and lively space but can be great for any get together. We didn't try any of the bites but we all had a glass of wine or beer. Overall, great experience and would recommend stopping by if you are in the area.

First time at Brix. Dominic was amazing. We were the only ladies there and wanted to watch the…read morefirst football game of the season and he accommodated. We had great wine. But the water with the amazing glass and ice and Myers lemons sealed the deal. I can't wait to go back.

came to visit pismo beach with my boyfriend. As we were walking back to our hotel room, I saw this…read moreintriguing wine spot. Being a wine luver , I HAD TO stop by and check it out aka I dragged my BF by the ear basically. None of the less , guess who ended up loving this place more than me. Oh if you haven't guessed.... my boyfriend. lol. Anyways back to the plot of this review. We were welcomed by Homer. A happy retired man with lots of knowledge on wine and also the area. I've attached some pics I took of some maps and pages of books that Homer shared with us. We actually came the first time and got schooled on wine for 15 min. Bought a bottle. Went back to our hotel room and got a pretty good buzz. Boyfrand said "let's go get another bottle and see Homer my guy". Went back an hour before closing, and ended up staying the rest of the time there talking to good ol' homer. We had lots in common! What a small world. I'll finish this book of a review with a huge thumbs up. Thanks yall for listening to my Ted talk.

Must come!! 6, 1oz tastings for $20. Very good information on the wines from the all the way in…read morehere from California. There's asl section for international wines and bubbles. Service was amazing Diane was so helpful. The tasting menu changes daily, hopefully we can come back tomorrow

My cousins and I were looking for a place to chill and enjoy a glass of wine, and this place…read moreprovided both. Mckenzie explained to us their wine dispensary and how it worked. We loved that we could chose to taste the wine and get a half or full glass of what we liked. The wines were reasonably priced, and you could see your running balance every time you were dispensed wine. We ordered chips with salsa/guacamole and French fries. Both were tasty. We enjoyed this lounge and would recommend it.

Stopped by on a Saturday evening after having some cocktails in the Hotel SLO lobby. There was…read moreplenty of seating when we arrived and the server helped orient guests to the wines available. The wine selection is great and I love that it features local wines. The automated pour system, in theory, is comparable to average tastings (5 pours for about $25) but doesnt beat a live tasting experience, where you can revisit wines, get additional pours, or get slightly bigger pours for free

What a gem! I sat by the window overlooking Morro Rock for high tea and had a beautiful view. I saw…read morea sea lion playing in the water while live music played outside. Perfect, not too loud. Live music on Thursday nights. The ambiance is casual and friendly. - Tammy served a multi-course tea service. Loose-leaf tea options are served in a kettle using a metal strainer and kept hot with a knitted teapot cozy cover. The opening dish was an Italian Sausage and Potato soup and it was delicious. Served on a traditional tea tower, the tea sandwiches were egg salad, cucumber and cream cheese with ham and strawberry's and cream on cinnamon bread. I also was served a banana muffin with clotted cream, an Angel food cake and fresh cut fruit. - Thank you to Nancy for being such a kind hostess and for offering this tea service with honored dietary restrictions such as dairy-free. I appreciate that your to-go containers are environmentally friendly. Fantastic experience!

Always a treat for a glass of wine, friendly locals and an unmatched view. The folks at The Savory…read morePalette deliver excellent food and great wines. Come for the wine, enjoy the food, stay for the hospitality and the music. Life on our Central Coast is a treat, and The Savory Palette is part of that.

Mr. Steller was so welcoming and a perfect wine bar host. He had two tasting menus - one featuring…read morehigh-end Napa pours ($40) and one with his own three wines (plus a full glass of your favorite) for $20. I went for the $20 tasting and spent a lovely hour at the tasting bar, learning about the wines, the Stellers' history in Orcutt (as well as his great-great-great-great uncle who named the Steller Jay!). There are nice seating options, a few pretty couches and room for large or small parties (21+ only - them's the rules, peeps). If you like to sip and shop, be sure to visit Mrs Steller's boutique (Steller Home) a block away as well as the Deja Vu antique mall- about a 10 minute walk.

A delightful place to sit and enjoy a favorite beverage. Warm and inviting, the owners make you…read morefeel like an old friend. I would recommend this wine bar without reservations. Hope to see you there.

Came by on a Saturday after 9 pm. What a nice surprise. I've been meaning to visit to listen to…read moresome live music there. Place is a cozy little place with a comfortable relaxed vibe. Staff was super friendly and welcoming. Although more a wine bar, they do offer beer. I imagine this place can get very crowded during peak hours.

What a delightful vibrant place. It's small, cozy, and inviting. It is a colorful artsy environment…read morefeaturing local art, for purchase, on the walls. They have live music 4-5 nights a week. Tonight the Martini Hot Club Band was playing. The music gave me the feeling of being in Paris again. They were fabulous. Puffer's has been open for 7 years and is owned by Charlie puffer who is the friendly owner & Chef of this delightful place. They serve food, wine & beer. As soon as I came close to the doorway there were delicious odors wafting out of the the doorway & windows. Unfortunately I ate earlier so I wasn't hungry. I will be back to try the food. They have a small menu which changes monthly. I think this is my new favorite place in Pismo Beach. This a great little tavern. I highly recommend it.