Came here for a quick drink and had an amazing time. The bartender Chesco was super friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. I was craving a drink that was not on the menu and he was nice enough to make the drink and it was also DELICIOUS. It was a great drink and a great time, I can't wait to return. read more

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Stopped by Shaker Mill for a quick drink while enjoying a beautiful day in Santa Barbara. The bar has a cute setup and a nice patio area, which made it a great place to sit outside and relax. There were only two beer options available, as the focus seems to be mostly on mixed drinks and cocktails. I ordered a margarita was a Tajin rim and my husband ordered one of the two beer options. The Tajin was pretty on the glass but I was really hoping for a Tajin rim to enjoy as I sipped in the margarita. The server was friendly, and even though the bar area itself was busy, we were still able to find seating on the patio. Prices were about what you'd expect for the area. Overall, it's a nice spot to grab a drink and enjoy the atmosphere. read more

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I honestly really enjoyed my time while here! It's a huge space with three different areas to sit and a fun retro tropical ocean vibe going on with tons of flamingos! It's busy enough inside and I loved just sipping on a strawberry daiquiri mixed with a pina colada inside a glass shell vibe! read more

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Stopped by for a quick drink. Great drinks, great vibes, great customer service! Amelia was such a pleasure to have as a Bartender. She knew all about the drinks & was professional and personable and we had a lot of laughs together. Super cool bar ambiance inside & would definitely be back, cheers! read more

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Came here for a holiday pop up nightmare before Christmas event which I was super excited for. the drinks were strong. I was bummed out because they had ran out of cucumber so I couldn't order the drink I really wanted. It was only 6pm so it was crazy that they couldn't just go to the store down the block and get more? The bartender was all alone and she got pretty busy. Maybe for an event they should consider more staff. The inside was decorated Halloween themed which was perfect. read more

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Strolled in off of State street looking for a cocktail. Chose the Miami Vice (drink for two). Absolutely delicious. Great service. Highly recommend. read more

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Great service from Owen and Emma! They recommended the Ocean side which I have never tried. Absolutely loved it! Also asked Gustavo to change the music and he was incredibly receptive to the recommendation. Overall, great time at shaker!! read more

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Shaker Mill is a super fun little spot! It's sort of like an elevated food court. We tried a cocktail at one place and food at another and beer at another. We went to check out the Nightmare before Christmas pop up and it was a fun theme. Since we were just visiting for the day and waiting on friends to arrive, we ordered the fries with the old bay aioli and it blew our minds! I don't think I can ever eat another fry without thinking of those. Perfectly crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside and the aioli was perfectly balanced. I forgot all about my drink because I was obsessed with how good the dang fries were! If we ever go back to Santa Barbara, we are going back to that little seafood shop in Shaker Mill with the awesome fries and ordering everything on the menu. I bet it's all just as good! read more

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What a sweet little cocktail bar! I have been here before but it's been YEARS. Rolled in on New Year's Eve and had a couple lovely cocktails. One from their seasonal menu and one from the regular menu: Sally's Brew & Arroz Con Pollo. Both excellent. Both so different. We also shared a lobster roll from the Broad Street Oyster Co., which is located within the building. We had our 8 week old with us, and it was so comfortable and easy. Same restaurant group as Test Pilot. Go go go. You won't be disappointed! read more

Delicious drinks and a fun atmosphere in an awesome location of Santa Barbara! When walking down state street, be sure to pop in here for a drink! read more

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Walkable location with a good selection of cocktails. Bartender was friendly and quick to greet us, which was welcomed since we probably looked confused looking for Broad street oyster company (which is located right next to it in the same food hall). Paloma for lunch, yes please! read more

Chesco!! Made my experience 10x better. Great music, vibes, and recs. Will definitely be coming back soon!! read more

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The fish and chips were excellent, but a bit pricey. We sat at the front porch and a great spot to enjoy the street activity. This actually a bar and an eatery sharing the same space. read more

Stopped in here for Fiesta Weekend in SB, when every bar along the Main Street was absolutely packed. Santa Barbara is an interesting place, not sure if it was the weekend or the location or what but most of the patrons were super young. Deadass was like a much classier college bar vibe, but with nicer people, better drinks and no fights breaking out. Wasn't super hard to get a bar seat, but having 3 bartenders on a busy night like that was wild. Literally witnessed the bartender stay calm and make 8 drinks at once, of 4 different types. Very impressive. Had the frozen 2-person Miami Vice and sat on the front patio just taking in the scene. The paper straws are a dub though, consider bamboo for the frozen drinks? read more

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The playlist was SPOT ON tonight was sooooo good!!! FIRE BRO! And the drinks were yummy!!

I came here with my wife for cocktails while on a couple trip to Santa Barbara! The location is very convenient within walking distance of many downtown Santa Barbara Hotels. Very trendy ambiance and friendly bartenders. I'd certainly recommend stopping by for a few drinks. read more

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My first time at Shaker Mill. The atmosphere is vibrant & inviting. These bartenders know exactly what they are doing. Drinks are delicious! Anything you dont know ask & they are saying of every drink. Dustin, Edgar & Gustavo know how to pour a drink. They are in the right place. Very friendly & can make a "drank" they have music playing to get people in a great mood while sipping & trying different drinks. Dustin is our bartender & he is BEYOND AWESOME!! Kuddos thank you for a great experience!! Definitely recommend this place hands down. If I come back to visit I'll definitely return here. Prices are reasonable as well. read more

Beautiful bar with innovative cocktails. The decor is simply stunning in the location is fabulous. We enjoyed our cocktail so much that we ordered another couple rounds and came back the next day. Service is super friendly and hard-working, their drinks are works of art, highly recommended if you are looking for a great place in Santa Barbara! read more

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The drinks were good and it's in a really neat location with broad street oyster company. We were there on a Saturday and it was slammed with only one bartender. He was moving at an incredible pace but there was just too many people so it took a long time to get one drink. Loved the flamingo theme! read more

Great service! Gustavo is a great bartender. Recommended great drinks and even made them for us. He also plays great music! Recommend the place! read more

The ambiance as soon as you walk in is pretty cool with vibrant decor and signage everywhere! It's open, and on a hot day, there is definitely air flow, but no AC. You can sit where ever you'd like, but we didn't get instructions from anyone on what was available so we assumed only seafood was on the menu to order. We sat, grabbed some menus and ordered our food. The drinks had to be ordered at the bar. The drinks were absolutely amazing and yummy! We ordered a couple of rounds. As for food, we ordered a variety of things from oysters to ceviche to shrimp cocktails and clam chowder. The seafood was definitely fresh! The flavor was great. However the tortilla chips were a little stale. Over all the service was lacking, but the good and drinks made up for it. read more

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Shaker mill is the spot! I have been missing one of my favorite bartenders, Emma, and I'm so happy to see her back!!!! Her infectious energy always makes us happy to return! Keep rockin Shaker Mill! read more

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Very cute place.. drinks are good but they are quite small. Day bartender was very hospitable

Shaker Mill!! I am so impressed with the service of this place. Located near the drunken crab. Amelia, Alexis, and Chesco ensured my experience was smooth and enjoyable. I will definitely be returning again!!!! The bartenders are ahead of their game. I had a fantastic time here. Shaker mill!!!! read more

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Came here Thursday afternoon right when they opened. Super cute decor and bartender knew his sh*t. I got the Jalisco Daisy (not spicy). Believe me when I tell you this was one TASTY drank. Perfectly smoky and sweet. I love a spicy drink but thought I'd get the "normal way first". I would have loved to try it with a little spice (I'll save that for next time). 10/10 Tried my sister and boyfriend's drinks too (Green Beast Fizz, Mango Lassi) all super good! read more

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This bar has been my favorite bar for sometime the drinks are good but what keeps me coming back is the service. Emma is a star who shines bright at this bar. Always welcoming and hospitable. read more

Not my first time visiting shaker mill and the bartender known as Chesco always makes sure it's a vibe even while just serving drinks to my friends and I!!! Lovely choice of food as well. Fav spot in SB for any day of the week when I want to just relax or have some fun!!! read more

Edgar and Amelia have been always such treasure to be able to visit at shaker mill. Their personalities, service, and cocktails are unmatched!! The music they play always has my Fiancee and I enjoying ourselves. The ambiance is great for date night or going out with friends with lighting dim but not too dark. Even when it's cold out they have heaters blasting on the patio keeping you warm. There's two food places connected to the bar one inside and one out back you can order at and eat at the bar. The cocktails are without a doubt the best in town. Even though I only mentioned two of the employees we have gotten to know everyone that works here and they all are so welcoming when we come by. Whether you need to get through the work week for a pick me up or party on the weekend Shaker Mill is the place to be! read more

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Amazing cocktails and amazing service. Great location to stop by the window on the way to the beach. Shoutout to Edgar for treating us like cherished guests and pals. That guy is a pro. read more

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On a recent weekend bar-hop down State Street, we started at Victoria Street and winded our way down to the beach. Numerous bars were visited, with various degrees of attention to detail, quality and customer service, and wouldn't you know it, our final bar, Shaker Mill, was by far the best overall. By the time we got there it was pretty busy, people everywhere deep into conversation and libation, and we were able to belly-up to the bar pretty quickly. We were greeted by bartender Dustin, who made sure we understood their cocktails menu, and we were quick to let him know we were searching for the ultimate Mojito, Dirty Martini, and/or whichever drink he enjoys making. Well, Dustin dazzled us with his muddling skills, and made some amazing Mojitos. And for his specialty Dirty Martini, he introduced us to the Tomolive, which is a unique pickled Tomato (very olive like), and is THE ultimate Martini garnish. We are so looking forward to now starting our bar crawls here at Shaker Mill, although we may never leave. Shaker Mill is located on Lower State Street, between Gutierrez and Haley Streets. Alongside Broad Street Oyster, and across the street from Soul Bites, State Street Ax Club, and Himalayan Kitchen. read more

Came in on a Tuesday to have a couple drinks with some buddies downtown. Chesco was a consummate professional and a beast behind that bar. Tasted three different cocktails he recommended, loved every single one. Definitely coming back read more

Loved the vibes, the bartender was awesome! Seriously had the best drinks and best time! It was great to have both Broad street oyster and shaker mill in the same place! Makes for great food and drinks! read more

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I've been to ShakerMill over the years a handful of times, and always had wonderful experiences. But specifically, Amelia has ensured that my friends and I have had a positive experience every time!! She's so knowledgeable and kind. She never fails to have a good mood regardless of how busy it is the bar, so impressed with her work ethic and how she brings the energy! Highly recommend this bar in Santa Barbara !! read more

Amelia is the best employee and makes the best boulevardier. no cap! will be back she is very hospitable and knows how to make the bests dranks read more

A fun place on the main street in Santa Barbara! The drinks were tasty (I had the mango lassi) and the service by Paul was exceptional! He was helpful with finding a drink to cater to our thirst needs. It was a mellow afternoon and the decor was so fun! I would come back here many times over to get some more fun recommendations and conversation with Paul. read more

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Amazing experience! Had an amazing time with my girlfriend and bartender known as chesco always knows how to make a good drink and keep the environment going! Never fails coming here for good vibes and good drinks made by people who love what they do. Will forever be a fan of shaker mill! read more

I wish I could give this place 10 stars!! The cocktails are consistent, quality is high, and the service is impeccable! Amelia served me today and was so friendly and hospitable. I highly recommend this spot for good smiles and yummy drinks. read more

Came in and the vibes were so chill. I love the green and leafy decor. The swing seating is so comfy and aesthetic. They have drinks and food. There is outdoor seating with heaters, and lots of indoor seating. Staff were cordial and polite. I was super impressed by their bathrooms. The bathroom had lots of mirrors, a baby changing table and it was so clean! read more

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Owen makes the BEST margaritas I've ever had! Very nice bartenders and great atmosphere! read more

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I've been to shaker mill a handful of times and some of those times I've had the pleasure of being served by Amelia. She is sweet, attentive and makes a killer drink! Can't wait to go back for another pina colada made by Amelia! read more