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    Sideways Lounge

    3.8 (113 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    C P.

    This place is right next to our camping spot. Can roll out if your trailer and walk in. Nice strong drinks. Relaxing environment

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    PJ S.

    NIce, contemporary lounge adjacent to the Sideways Inn made famous by the movie filmed there. Friendly staff with lots of comfy chairs and funky decor makes for a great atmosphere to enjoy a glass of wine or an artisan cocktail. Its not cheap - but no place around this area is. There is a food truck permanently parked outside that serves up sausage sandwiches. That was kinda...meh... but ok. Go for the drinks.

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    Mike H.

    Very cool place but the service is slow. You order the food at the bar and several men in an Airstream trailer parked next to the lounge cooks the food. The guys at the trailer work their rears off but the bartenders inside tend to be slow. Without a doubt, the garlic fries are the best you will ever have. They are crunchy and flavorful. Normally, garlic fries you get at the ballpark or at a restaurant are soggy. These are cooked, made to order, and the taste difference is unbelievable. Cajun fries are the same way but, darn, they are hot. Good job. Great sausage sandwich loaded with goodies. We enjoyed sitting on the patio with the heaters and fireplace. Cool little spot for talking and eating.

    Ruchira C.

    It's a nice lounge/bar within the Sideways Inn premises. Has a self serving mode, smaller variety of appetisers that are ordered from the food van parked outside in the Sideways premises. We ordered the dark beer, a Mexican lager, Belgian Fries, Mozzarella Sticks. The place is a little pricey considering it's self service and yet there is a gratuity also to be paid. Ok experience. We went to this place as most of the eateries and pubs start closing by 8.00 pm and we were staying for 2 nights at Sideways Inn.

    Marisela V.

    While staying at Flying Flags, I stumbled across this gem literally on the other side of the campsite. We sat at the bar, and I opted for a stout called "There Does Not Exist: Return to Earth." It was excellent. The interior is elegant and well-maintained, and the bartender was very attentive. Great service and overall experience.

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    Shelby S.

    I've only been to the Sideways Lounge a handful of times, but it's always a treat! So spacious and options for indoor or outdoor seating. Recently I was able to join some friends outside by the fire and it was wonderful! Great setting. They do have a good menu and some in my party loved their french fries. This place is super easy to find right by the 101 on ramp. They have tons of parking. You may have to flag a bartender down for a drink, as they can get busy and the bar tends to be crowded, but their drinks are delicious!

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    Amy P.

    Came here for a drink and late dinner midweek. Sat at the bar and staff was attentive. Ordered the Open Sesame sausage which was fine. The ambiance was nice and there was outdoor seating with a fireplace. Live music on Tuesday evenings. We were staying at the hotel which gave us a $12 food/beverage credit, so that was nice. Ample parking.

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    Frank L.

    The sausage dogs were amazing! We ordered the sesame and the Buellton Tailgate. I had the sesame and it was tasty and big but I actually liked my wife's choice because I love blue cheese.

    Hoppy Poppy from Figueroa Mountain which is another gem down the street.
    Barry F.

    I'm camping next door at flying flags which is an awesome place. Came over to the lounge which is next door and the sister property. We were greeted by Gabby and ordered the Bloody Mary. It tasted great and was topped with green olives and a bite of bacon. We were the first ones in and got a chance to chat with Gabby. What a Wonderful representative of her company! She spoke very highly of working for her employer and it showed in the great service she provided. Thank you Gabby!

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    Drinks were fantastic, service was great. Bar lead Monica and bartender Chris handled a busy bar with expertise.

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    Great place. Cool ambience, friendly service and amazing food. Wings were tasty and the sauces were good.

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    Service was a little challenging as may have been short staffed for the number of guests. Drinks were great! Cool vibe too.

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    Im sure it want their fault. But the crowd was way too nosy tonight. (More words to get to 85 characters even if they don't mean anything)

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    Great place, amazing service, everything is perfect here . The service is outstanding thank you Reena

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    Totally understand why they stop food service early, but an hour early????? That kind of sucks.

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    Ask the Community - Sideways Lounge

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    I loved the tiki bar! They really went all out with all the details and we kept pointing out…read moredifferent things about the decor My mango monsoon was perfection. I would get this drink every time! The mugs were so cute! The server was friendly and gave us recommendations around the area since we were visiting from out of town

    We gave this place two chances, and they disappointed us both times…read more We went with friends visiting out of town for the vibe because we thought the decor was super unique and cool, but I don't think the vibe could really make up for the service and quality of the drinks. The drinks were not only weak, but a few of ours were nearly undrinkable. The Traveler's Tai tasted like straight up lime juice and mint. Maybe that's why the "rum" was in quotations on the menu. Definitely way overpriced at $15 for what you get. The waiter also only stopped by at our table to take our order, and drop off our drinks. He went to the tables around us multiple times to make sure they were okay, see if they wanted another round, etc., but completely ignored us the rest of the night. After waiting around for 30 minutes for him to come over with the check, our table started taking bets on how many minutes it would take for him to come back around. 30 minutes after we placed that bet (so after about an hour of waiting), we gave up and just went to the front to pay. When the waiter asked us if everything was okay, and we told him our drinks weren't that great, he said, "Oh. We haven't heard that in a while." We weren't really expecting an apology, but I feel he could've dealt with that better. In all, really wouldn't come here again and definitely wouldn't come with guests. If you're looking for a cool vibey place with good drinks, I recommend anywhere else in town.

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    A Perfect Start to the New Year! Stay Dates: Dec 31 - Jan 2…read moreWe couldn't have asked for a better place to ring in the New Year than The Vinland Hotel and Lounge. From the moment we checked in on New Year's Eve, the atmosphere was welcoming, upscale, and festive. What we loved: * The Lounge: Having the lounge right on-site was a game changer for New Year's Eve. The drinks were expertly crafted, and the vibe was sophisticated yet high-energy. It was the perfect spot to celebrate without having to worry about transport. * The Rooms: Our room was spotless, modern, and incredibly comfortable. After the late-night celebrations, the bed provided a fantastic night's sleep. * Location: The hotel is perfectly situated for exploring the area. We loved being able to walk to local shops and restaurants during our stay. * The Staff: Every team member we encountered was professional and genuinely friendly, even during a busy holiday weekend. Waking up on January 1st in such a beautiful, well-maintained hotel set exactly the right tone for the year ahead. If you're looking for a blend of style, comfort, and great service, I highly recommend staying here. We will definitely be back!

    Last August I made reservations to stay here the weekend of May 8th due to a half marathon my wife…read moreand I were planning on running. Due to an injury we had to cancel. On April 9, I cancelled my reservation. On the 10th I received an email from their manager Katie F to call I with my credit card information for the refund due to a change in their system. On April 11, I called to provide my information. The person I spoke with was quite rude until she learned that Katie was the person that told me to call it. I provided my card information. However, I never received a refund. On April 18th I emailed Katie regarding the refund but haven't heard back as of today, May 1.

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    The novelty of spinning records wore off fast, and what could've been a cool, defining feature for…read morethe place ended up feeling more like a missed opportunity. Kelly seemed more focused on catering to a small group of guys in cowboy hats than maintaining the vibe that actually makes this spot stand out. Instead of reading the room, she and her May 1st bartender colleague locked into a single stream of country music that clearly wasn't resonating with most of the crowd. That's really the frustrating part, it wasn't just a music choice, it was the complete lack of awareness or willingness to adjust. People weren't being heard, requests were ignored, and the whole "records" concept felt pointless when it was treated so rigidly. If you're going to lean into vinyl as part of the experience, it should feel curated, responsive, and a little bit special, not like someone just putting on their personal playlist and tuning everyone else out. The drinks were genuinely great, which makes the situation even more disappointing. The potential is clearly there, but the execution on the atmosphere just didn't match. If the records are going to stay, they should actually be used to enhance the environment, not limit it. Otherwise, it might be better to ditch the gimmick entirely rather than let it drag down what could be an otherwise standout spot.

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