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    Handlebar Coffee Roasters

    4.6 (1.3k reviews)
    Open 6:30 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Bertha V.

    Came here while on our way to Monterey area. We stopped here early in the morning. My husband and I both needing our morning coffee. My husband ordered a flat white and I ordered a vanilla latte. Both drinks were very good. Wish we could have stayed a little longer since it's a cute little coffee shop with plenty of seating inside and outside. We will definitely have to come back .

    Vanilla latte
    Amanpreet S.

    Sitting right next to state street, this place had glowing reviews which pulled us here. There's street parking around so parking was not an issue. There's place was very modern and open. Seating included booths, a sofa, a round table so it's good for all kinds of groups. The staff was friendly, and happy to help. The glowing reviews led us here, however the coffee didn't live up to the hype. I ordered a vanilla iced latte, and it was definitely not as good.The vanilla flavor was not at all prominent neither was the coffee. Coffee tasted a like a dark roast, but the espresso shot wasn't as good as I'd expect from a local roaster. Overall a very average experience for a cup of coffee.

    My cold coffee served in this cup!
    Kelly K.

    Second visit. The first time I was here there was a long line and they were very disorganized and it was very chaotic. I got a hot cappuccino. I was eating next-door for lunch so I decided to stop in for coffee again. This time I asked for just a cold coffee with no ice to go. I was surprised when it was served in a cup that hot coffee is served in paper with plastic interior. Was told that that's how they serve all their drinks. This is the first time I've ever gotten a cold coffee, drink, in a paper cup!! Not happy because I wasn't gonna drink it right away and with these cups, the coffee starts to infuse into the interior seam very quickly. I worry about the plastic getting into the coffee. Not sure why they don't have plate basic see-through cups they do have compostable ones if they're concerned about plastic. As for the taste of coffee, I really didn't like it. It tasted like someone took coffee and mixed it with some kind of Asian tea like oolong or Jasmine tea. I particularly do not like this coffee taste at all. I actually walked back two blocks to add a bunch of cream and sugar in order to be able to drink it. I think the best thing about this place is the location across from the scenic Presidio and that they have outdoor seating. I prefer coffee from other places as far as taste. Of course it's a taste preference.

    Nis J.

    Nice little coffee shop with friendly staff. Vanilla latte was pretty good and service was quick. Love the interiors, little nooks, and there's plenty of seating space. Definitely recommend!

    Leslie W.

    Handlebar Coffee Roasters was the perfect first stop after a long train ride into town. We came in looking for a good pre brunch coffee and quickly understood why this place has such a strong following. There was a long line when we arrived, but it moved efficiently and the staff kept things running smoothly. The energy inside felt lively without being chaotic, the kind of spot where both locals and visitors clearly know they are getting something reliable. The coffee was smooth and well balanced, exactly what you want to reset after traveling. The chai was another highlight, nicely spiced without being overly sweet, warming and flavorful with every sip. Pastries were just as impressive. The cinnamon roll stood out, made with a pastry that reminded me of a papillon cookie, light, flaky, and buttery rather than dense. It paired perfectly with the drinks and felt like more than just an afterthought bakery item. Handlebar lives up to the hype. Great drinks, excellent pastries, and a well run operation that makes even a busy morning feel easy. Highly recommend stopping by whether you need a caffeine reset or a relaxed start to the day.

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    Betsy V.

    As a huge coffee fan from WAY out of town, I decided to drop by since I'm in Santa Barbara for an event. The iced vanilla latte was SO tasty and refreshing, and the croissant really hit the spot! The baristas are friendly, and welcomed me to SB. The vibe of the store is calm, with music playing at an appropriate volume in seating areas. There's so many tables and plenty of seating available! The only thing I didn't see were accessible outlets, so keep this in mind. Otherwise, I love this little place and glad I got the chance to visit!

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    Angela C.

    Stopped by here after brunch as I didn't get coffee from the restaurant knowing that Handlebar was right next door. My friend did get a latte at the restaurant we dined at but wasn't satisfied with it, so she also picked up another drink here. She ordered a vanilla latte, I had the mocha latte. She said it was fine. My mocha latte was fine. Nothing mind blowing or memorable. I liked that this place was so big and had so much seating - they occupy 2 rooms. It's very social, lots of activity, people socializing, kids playing. If you want to study, this place is not it.

    Grace N.

    Really great coffee and everyone was so awesome! There are plenty of seats indoor and outdoor in the courtyard. They also have pretty cool merch on sale. I got their beans and they are so aromatic and delish. Highly recommend! The area is so nice to walk around too! Really high quality coffee.

    Loving latte
    valorie a.

    First time visit -Delicious latte- and I'll be back Lots of room to sit and chat with others or just enjoy your brew

    Iced vanilla lattes
    Mikaela R.

    My husband and I were not a fan of the coffee they use, maybe because we just personally are not big fans of a dark roast. We couldn't finish our drinks. Otherwise, the line was out the door and the staff was still fairly friendly.

    Iced americano! Yum
    Joshua H.

    The iced americano is delicious. My partner wasn't crazy about the cold brew. I always prefer making my own. Very cool location. I bought a sticker too!

    Sheldon R.

    Service was very friendly and welcoming. The ambiance is very spacious with two large rooms and outdoor seating. The room next door from where you order is more moderate to lower noise level. Great for calmer conversations and getting work done. One of the most pleasant coffee shops we tried in Santa Barbara. I wish they had more specialty drinks though. Vanilla Latte Hot w/ Oatmilk: 4/5 Hard Jun Kombucha: 4/5

    Janet G.

    Handlebar Coffee is excellent. The coffee here is top-notch--rich, smooth, and perfectly crafted. The cookies are absolutely delicious and pair perfectly with the drinks. This has quickly become one of my new favorite coffee spots whenever I'm in Santa Barbara. Great quality, great vibe, and consistently impressive. Will definitely be back soon.

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    Amazing! My husband and I always make an effort to come here when we're in the area. Lines can be long but service is quick and efficient.

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    Do you have oatmeal?

    Nope, no oatmeal. And, surprisingly, since they are open till 5pm, not even sandwiches for lunch.

    Do they roast there own coffee?

    Yes they do. Check out their website http://handlebarcoffee.com

    What brand of non dairy milk do they use?

    I know they use Oatly for Oat milk. Not sure about the rest.

    Do they have house made non dairy milk or is it boxed?

    Store bought brands I know they use Oatly for oat milk

    What type of roast do they use for their cold brew?

    Do you do pour overs?

    Pretty sure they do

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    Handlebar Coffee Roasters - Morning bun + Latte

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    4.4(368 reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    handlebar on de la vina is one of those places that has fully committed to its identity and then…read moregone a little further you pull up and it's bikes everywhere. not scattered. organized chaos. leaned into each other like they've all agreed this is where they belong i'm more of a unicycle guy. no handlebars. pure trust. you either believe in yourself or you don't and the road sorts it out so seeing this many handlebars in one place does raise some questions. not judging. just observing. at a certain point you start wondering if two hands on a steering device is more of a lifestyle than a necessity but i respect it. clearly it's working for them walk in and the place is dialed. not loud. not quiet. just focused. like everyone understands the assignment without needing to say it coffee is serious. you can feel it before you even order. these beans have had a journey. people behind this have had a journey too. it shows i got an americano because that's how you remove all variables it delivered. clean. balanced. no distractions. just coffee doing exactly what it's supposed to do guy behind the counter was locked in. didn't catch the name but pretty sure it was barron sawyer. had that calm confidence like he could make coffee or lead a small expedition if needed you've got cyclists coming through mid-ride, people talking quietly, someone reading something that looks important and then there's me sitting there with my coffee thinking about trust and how far you can really take it this place works because it knows exactly what it is five stars handlebars optional but apparently popular

    Checked in here on a Sunday morning. Industrial modern…read morestyle coffee roaster shop. Service was great. Got my order in very fast even though there was a lot of people. Ladies at the counter and making coffee are extremely dedicated and work super fast. They offer a great variety of coffees, Kombucha and teas. Lots of fresh pastries and breakfast options. We ordered a Cappucino and a Matcha Latte with almond milk. Extremely great quality of Matcha and Coffee. We even ended buying their Ethiopian Coffee Beans to take home. They have a big seating area inside and out and it is a dog friendly place inside and out.

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    4.2(757 reviews)
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    dune on state street has lived multiple lives and somehow kept its center…read more back when it was the french press i asked for the wifi password and got a direct "we are not an internet café" like a rule carved into something permanent today i walk in, order an americano (always), sit down, open the laptop, and instantly connect to what is now clearly one of the great internet cafés in santa barbara which i understand they will not like me calling it but facts are facts space is still dialed. minimal in a way that makes every movement feel louder. cups set down with intention. people adjusting posture without realizing americano was exact. no noise. no extra. just clean coffee doing its job at a high level guy behind the counter was locked in. didn't catch the name but pretty sure it was barron sawyer. had that calm presence like he could deny wifi in one era and enable it in another without losing sleep crowd is fascinating some people actually working. others performing work at an elite level. a few just sitting there like they've decided to become part of the room and it all holds together what's impressive is they added internet and somehow didn't lose control of the environment still feels like you have to meet the place halfway which is rare for an internet café of this caliber five stars would connect again and pretend not to

    Just walked into Dune at 4:07. I'm guessing they closed at 4, but you wouldn't know that, as there…read morewere still patrons spread around the space. As I walked in, someone on the retail side of the counter, who was talking with the barista at his post to work... said, "we are closed" I questioned "you are closed?", the barista scoffs "yeah!" And looks at me like I was intruding. A simple "I'm sorry, we just closed" would of sufficed" Simple manners go a long way Not the case at Dune today Never again

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