Corks & Crowns is an absolute gem. The vibe is amazing--warm, stylish, and effortlessly cool--with live music that sets the perfect tone for a relaxed but elevated night out. The bartenders, Serenity and Reilly, were outstanding: friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely welcoming, which made the experience feel personal rather than transactional. Their recommendations were spot on. We enjoyed a bottle of Lapis Luna Pinot Noir, and it was excellent--smooth, well-balanced, and exactly what we were in the mood for. Between the wine selection, the music, and the overall atmosphere, this place really delivers. If you're looking for great wine, great people, and a great vibe in Santa Barbara, Corks & Crowns is a must. read more

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I used to come here often, and several of my friends had memberships for years, which is why this experience was so disappointing. We visited over Memorial Day weekend with a group of five after taking the train in specifically to spend time here. Before committing to purchasing bottles, we simply wanted to taste a few wines. From the moment we arrived, Amanda was incredibly rude, dismissive, and clearly uninterested in helping us. It felt as though we were an inconvenience the entire time. Thankfully, Cory stepped in and was welcoming, professional, and kind enough to offer us samples of the wines we were interested in trying. What was completely unacceptable, however, was Amanda making comments like, "the owner doesn't even like you." This was both inappropriate and unprofessional, especially considering I do not know the owner and the owner does not know me. There was absolutely no reason for such a disrespectful remark. And that is just ONE example of remarks she made to my friend and I. She also talked down on a stutter that I have, just inappropriate!! The manager or owner (not sure which roll he played exactly) seemed to have been drinking because while he was defending his out of line staff, he yelled "I'm not even supposed to be here, I should be out golfing!" As if that was my fault. Overall, this was a horrible experience and a major disappointment from a place I used to genuinely enjoy and recommend to friends. It is unfortunate that what was once a great spot is now associated with such poor treatment and lack of professionalism. read more

Great spot in the funk zone, super friendly staff, so accommodating! Wide variety of wine options. Live music by local musicians, really good! This was my first time and definitely will be returning! read more

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Tucked just off State Street near the Funk Zone, this laid-back, hole-in-the-wall-style tasting room was such a fun surprise. The owner's wit and banter had us laughing all afternoon, but he struck the perfect balance of giving our party of four space to enjoy our chats too. We originally stopped in just to escape the heat with one glass, but his wine recommendations were spot on--we stayed for several rounds! Tried the whites, sparkling rosé, and even a few beers... everything was fantastic. Note to owner: Love the idea of the corner seating area with games, but they're a bit dated. A few newer options--both adult-humor and family-friendly--might make folks linger even longer. read more

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When visiting Santa Barbara this past weekend, our hotel gave us a card to get a buy 1 get 1 wine tasting as well as 10% off any other purchases. With that, we headed over there right after exploring Stearn's Wharf around 6PM but unfortunately, we missed the tasting period as they stop at 5PM. Despite missing the tasting, we decided to stay as there was live music, the ambiance was fun and the staff was really friendly. Jasmine was the server who helped us and she was fantastic! Not only was she friendly, but she was very helpful in our decision of which bottle to order. Based on our preferences we mentioned, she suggested the Y3 and it was perfect! This is a great place to make new friends who also enjoy wine and a good time but also a great to go for a little date night! We'd definitely come back if visiting again - so fun! read more

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Maria was so kind and helpful! She was great company and was very knowledgeable about all the wines. Shared the gold wine tasting flight. The Grenache blanc Bieler pere& fils la jassine was great so I decided to get a glass. There was a nice fire pit inside and the atmosphere was great and they keep the place very clean. Really enjoyed and would definitely come back. read more

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Corks n' Crowns is a pretty cool spot located in Santa Barbara's Funk Zone. Offering an elevated selection of wine and beer, we stumbled upon this place simply due to the proximity of where we found parking. I'm glad we discovered this place, because we all enjoyed our experience here. If looking for a cozy spot to taste some wine and beer at, this is an excellent option. read more

Good place to stop for a glass of wine In Santa Barbara. Service was good. Seating available inside or on a small patio. Small bites are available. Wine selection is ok, wish it was more local instead of huge brands being carried. read more

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Kind servers and delicious Pinot noirs! I really enjoyed my flight and especially liked the first Pinot noir in the tasting. They have a cute but small patio as well as indoor seating, and are dog friendly with water and bowls available. Great funk zone spot! read more

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Hands down the coziest little bar I've ever been to! The vibe is super warm and chill, and the live singer is amazing -- makes every drink way more enjoyable. Tried three Napa Valley wines and they were all fantastic. The beer tasting is also fun -- you get four different beers, each with its own unique flavor. Best part? Super pet-friendly! Brought my cat and we had the most relaxing afternoon and evening here. Everyone feels like an old friend, the staff are incredibly nice and chatty, with the warmest smiles. The atmosphere is just perfect. Definitely coming back! read more

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After catching the train to Santa Barbara for the day, this was THEE only wine bar I found to carry a sweet. Every other place made dry, tart wines. The gentleman working was very helpful with recommendations. My new favorite: Saracco Moscato d'Asti. This place also has live music and got packed by early evening. read more

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Horrible service from the bartender Amanda today and the owner. Despicable and was so rude to our party. The owner appears to be inappropriate and supported his rude and in disrespectful staff. We watched him be rude to a few of his customers and watched people walk out the bar. The owner went as far to say" I don't even like you." read more

Poor customer service, i have dietary restrictions and I asked about the hummus and hostess was rude and said it might have fish because she couldn't be bothered to look up the ingredients. read more

We wandered in after peaking into a few other tasting rooms that seemed way too snooty for our laid back wine style. What a find! Great reasonable flights for all tastes. The owner served us and could not have been more fun and informative! We ordered some tasty bites which were perfect as well, we found the whole afternoon perfectly charming. We left with a couple bottles of fabulous wines and memories of beautiful Santa Barbara. read more

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We found this place after aimlessly wandering the streets of Santa Barbara one Friday morning. After a bit of deliberation, we decided to give it a go. We were initially a bit worried, since it was devoid of customers, but given the time of day (not even noon, we're such lushes) it wasn't entirely unexpected. Let me start by saying this was our favorite tasting room of the weekend. Not just because the wines are delicious, but because the service was top notch. We were greeted, the pups were loved on, and we had a couple flights each perched on the counter in front of us in short order. I started with the Gold tasting - a Pinot Grigio, a Pinot Noir and a Cabernet Franc; my husband got the Platinum tasting - two Cabernet Sauvignons and a red blend. While I enjoyed the three wines in my flight, the Cabernet Franc was the winner by far. I really enjoyed the fruity, juicy, ripe flavors, and I'm glad it was the last one I tasted in that flight. My second flight (don't judge, we *were* celebrating our anniversary, after all) was the Rose trio...not my favorite, I'm just not a fan of Roses, but I figured I'd give them a shot in case they had something that could change my mind. For the hubs, his second flight was the Diamond flight: two Cabernet Sauvignons and a Pinot Noir this time. After the Rose flight I went right back to a pour of the Cab Franc, and my husband got a pour of the Falcone Cabernet Sauvignon. We really enjoyed the venue - posted up at the counter of their patio, soaking up the sun and wind, chatting with people walking by and with the staff. We'll definitely head back to sample their updated flights on our next Santa Barbara visit. read more

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I love how affordable their flights are. They came with lots of details on the flavors and where the wine is from. The wines were highly rated and came from a variety of locations. We enjoyed their cheese and charcuterie plate. It was the perfect amount of food for a snack if you don't want to drink on an empty stomach but you're not necessarily hungry enough for something more substantive. It was really crowded so there was only room at the bar. It seemed like other patrons had to come to the bar for service too. I did not see anyone going to tables. read more

Fun and laid back place to enjoy some wine. The service was really great and the wine was quite tasty. I enjoyed the white wine flight while my friend enjoyed the red wine flight. I enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere and will surely return when I'm in the area again. read more

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Very nice experience. Great wine tasting and cupcakes too. Nick was great...very friendly! read more

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Corks n Crown is a different experience than a lot of the tasting rooms in the funk zone. They have both wine and beers to choose from. The staff is always knowledgeable and provide good recommendations. There is a good sized menu so you have lots of options to choose from. The space itself is really cute. Fire places, couches, bar stools and outdoor seating. It can get crowded but if you get a seat you are in for a treat! read more

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We were really excited to try this place--it looked so cute and cozy, perfect for a glass of wine. But honestly, the experience didn't live up to the vibe. The service was the biggest letdown. It took about 10 minutes before anyone even noticed us. The music was so loud that I had to ask multiple times if they had a Riesling that wasn't dry. Instead of helping the situation, he just gave me a weird look and said he couldn't hear me (maybe just turn the music down?). When I decided to get the wine flight, he seemed super annoyed, like I was inconveniencing him (maybe because they didn't have rieslings and he subbed it with something else?). To top it off, the wine wasn't even good. Honestly, the place looked great, but between the loud music, unwelcoming service, and mediocre wine, I wouldn't recommend it. read more

We missed their tasting flights by a few mins but we enjoyed a glass of rose each, my friends was on the sweeter side and mine a little more dry. They had live music, friendly staff, and a homie interior vibe with a fireplace going. Very relaxing and warm environment! read more

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Stopped by with my dog for a glass of wine today. Bella recommended the perfect cab. Water was provided for the non-human. Great atmosphere. Will be back. read more

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We had the best time here. First, we loved the variety of the flights. Such fun collections. I did some elevated reds- which were delicious, and my friend did bubbly wines. The owner was extremely helpful in guiding us to our flight choices. The tasting room is comfortable and they have beer as well as wine! I bought some beers that were new to me to take home. Although I enjoyed everywhere I went in Santa Barbara this place was my hands down favorite. If you're in town, go here. It's a short walk from a cruise ship if you're on one of those. read more

Corks n' Crowns is great, relaxing spot in the Funk Zone to grab drink and hang out with friends. They pour a wide variety of wines from different vineyards as well as having a variety of beers to choose from. With indoor and outdoor seating you can choose to have a great view of Funk Zone or sit comfortably on one of their many couches! Corks n' Crowns is a very mellow place and sometimes they bring in live mellow, music to enjoy! I'm definitely a fan and enjoy going every time I stop in for a drink! read more

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Great place to go, the ambience is very relaxing but also very entertaining. The wine was definitely a hit here and overall great quality. The inside has a great aesthetic to the decor. The only thing that would have been a bit better was if service could have been a bit more attentive but unfortunately it was just because they were extremely busy so we weren't able to find much room to sit and enjoy. But this shows how much of a hit this place is! It's just about finding the right timing to visit! read more

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Outstanding Funk Zone place for tasty wines and brews. Jasmine, the bartender was wonderful. We went there for open mic night and the music was very entertaining. Great local musicians and a few touring pros played to a very friendly and enthusiastic crowd. Place was packed and an overflow crowd mingled on the porch. The host Brian did excellent job keeping the entertainment going. The sound system was terrific. Overall a great place and a first rate wine and music venue. read more

Awesome flight in the Funk Zone. Super service. Wines are all first rate. Loved the atmosphere and ambiance. Inexpensive too. A premium flight was $15 bucks. Such a deal! Great place to chill, have a glass of wine and contemplate why your life is not what you thought it would be at this age.... read more

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Wine was okay, but the service was disappointing. We got attention to order and that was it. It wasn't overly crowded so there was time to pay attention to customers. Our server had no interest in answering basic questions about the wine. After that, we had trouble getting her attention while she focused on polishing glasses instead of checking on guests. Meanwhile, the manager was openly discussing how wages and tips work with an employee. It's was something about hourly pay, tips and averaging hourly wages-- rather than paying attention to the customers waiting at the bar. The friendliest service we received was at checkout, likely in hopes of a tip. How about focusing on your guests instead of shining glasses and talking about pay? read more

Cute little wine bar in Funk Zone. The people are amazing! The service is great! This was our second time visiting this cute little quaint and eclectic place. It is on our list to visit every time we visit Santa Barbara! We sat out on the patio and met some great people. Everyone is so friendly and talk about a great spot to people watch! The flight of Rosé was delicious. The interior is very cute and eclectic very fitting for Funk Zone! read more

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Our new favorite place for live music and great wine. Staff is amazing and owner expedites any need. Please cherry pick the good stuff in the cabinet! read more

Had a private party and the staff & owner were great. It was much appreciated that there was no stress, they followed through and the event was enjoyed by all. Awesome location with good wine and always great music too!!!! Keep doing what you are doing, it's working! read more

This is hands-down my favorite tasting room in town! The wine list is perfect for any budget, and the tastings are the most reasonable I've found. My favorite thing to do on a Sunday is pop in for their cupcake and bubbly pairing! I believe it's around $20, and you get three cupcakes from Crushcakes to pair with three sparkling wines. The flavors compliment each other PERFECTLY and it's always fun to see what combinations they've come up with. The sample pours are heavy too, so one flight is a solid amount of wine. The cozy fire makes for some cute pictures, too. This is a must-do for Girls Day Out in the Funk Zone or if you want to experience some new local wines. read more

They have a really good sweet moscato there. The sparkling flight was $15. The customer service was cool. read more

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One of our very favorite wine bars in Santa Barbara - we come here almost every time we come to town. Great vibe inside; comfy chairs, fireplace, and cool balconies. Often great live music. Great wines at a variety of price points, for tasting, by the glass or bottle. Often really good live music, too. Totally recommend! read more

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Great bar! Great bartenders! Only thing is they looked overwhelmed with handwashing wine glasses, they had to stop wine tastings early because they didn't have enough clean wine glasses. Would totally go back though! read more

Great experience. Wish there was more interaction and or info about parings. There should be an option to pair with wine. Vs just getting the plate of cheese. read more

Wow, they have pizza!!! Been going here for years and it's super chill the best time, best service and best selection hands down. No reason to go anywhere else in SB. BUT the new addition is the pizza. Tried an artichoke pesto pie and it was amazing!! Not only best wine & beer but best pizza in town! read more

Love this place! Great atmosphere, great staff and great wine. I would definitely recommend making a stop here when in Santa Barbara.

Great place located in funk zone. I would like to come back at night when there is live music. The ambiance is really cool. The service was really friendly. I had just tried a few wines and they were just ok, thus the four stars. read more

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My one star is strictly just to the customer service I experienced from a bartender here. When it's a slow weekend, you'd assume the last thing a bartender would want is to upset a customer and make them leave. Some advice.. when a guest/customer talks to you (the bartender) about beers, don't give them attitude and a smart-ass response. I came in looking and asking for a nice beer to enjoy, and this idiot with a mood thought it was appropriate to say something along the lines of, "I guess you've had it all, so there's nothing good for you here." # read more