Silver Wines

This really is the perfect place for both wine AND food…read more So far we've been in a couple times sitting in the bar area and also out on their comfy patio space. Our servers Alex and Kayla were exceptional at both suggesting some delicious lunch items, and also giving a rundown on their different wine tastings. They gave us some helpful information on the assorted varietals and vintages as well. We went in specifically for their M5 and Riviera Rose, but discovered their extensive selection of other varietals and vintages. Came away with some new favorites: Sauvignon Blanc, Trois Blondes (a delicious white blend), Viognier, Mourvedre, and Estate Syrah. Perfect that they open at noon for lunch. We paired our wines with their Santa Barbara Smokehouse Salmon, Smoked Duck and Arugula Salad, Chicken Pesto Sandwich, and Sausage Mushroom & Carmelized Onion Pizza. Still so much on their menu to enjoy.

I'm giving this place 3 stars because of the efforts of one server to keep things afloat outside…read more When we arrived, another large party had just left outside and she immediately cleaned one of their tables so we could sit. It was chilly so she tried to light the heat lamp at my request but both that one and the replacement did not work. The replacement actually had the propane disconnected so I assume someone knew that tank needed to be changed out but didn't do it. The other tables from the large party were full of wine glasses and a half eaten pizza. Those sat there for over an hour, and we watched several groups of people come but leave without being seated because no server was available yo seat them and the only open table hadn't been cleared. When it was finally cleared, one guest at a near by table commented that the pizza shouldn't go to waste. The girl who cleared the table initially carried it inside but came right back out with it and served it to that guest whose kid ate it. I'm all for not wasting food and if the guest had gotten up and grabbed the pizza himself, that would be one thing... but to serve old food that had been sitting out for a long time to a guest is a no no for a business. We otherwise enjoyed most of the wines in our tasting flight. Would've given 5 stars if service had been more timely, tables cleared and old food not served up.

Glass of Mourvèdre on a Thursday. Perfect.

Deliciously comfortable tasting room and Staff.

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Thank you Chef David for the perfect pairing.

Paradise Springs Winery

4.4(175 reviews)

0.6 mi

Love love love. Highly recommend . Sam was the best! The flight was worth the price and we had a…read moregreat time.

Huge shout out to this amazing spot. Clayton really took care of us and he is the best. Want to…read moregive him a shout out and some recognition. Great wine selection and even better people. We got to line dance and catch a vibe. Can't wait to be back. :p

Sparkling wine

Beautiful and Intriguing Platter

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Time for Wine Bingo

Skyenna Wine Lounge

4.8(142 reviews)

0.8 mi

This was our first time at Skyenna, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish…read more Mickey took the time to share the history of Santa Barbara and the Santa Ynez Valley wine region, which made the tasting feel much more meaningful and immersive. We sampled a variety of wines, including Sauvignon Blanc, Anastasia Red Blend, Grenache, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay--each one was excellent. Mickey is also a sommelier, and his knowledge really shows. He not only educated us on the wines but also highlighted and supported other local businesses. He truly feels like an ambassador for Santa Barbara. Hands down one of the best wine tasting experiences we've ever had. Highly recommend! Ian Lantz

We had an absolutely wonderful experience at this winery! The lovely young lady who helped us was…read moreso sweet and attentive, she guided us through each wine tasting and made the whole experience feel special. The inside of the venue was stunning, and the wine was just fantastic..I really enjoyed the tasting!

Rose of Pinot Noir, perfect.

Classic Merlot right here.

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Wine tasting room here on the edge of the Santa Barbara Funk Zone.

Orgullo Wine

4.3(292 reviews)

Formerly Area 5.1, now under new ownership and fully owning its glow-up…read more Orgullo Wine is Latino-owned, community-rooted, and brings a lively, welcoming energy to the Funk Zone. The aesthetic is intentional and well done. Mexican icons on the walls, thoughtful decor throughout, and fresh flower centerpieces that quietly say someone here actually cares. It feels curated, not forced. I've seen a review floating around claiming Angel is rude, which hasn't matched my experience at all. Every interaction I've had has been professional and friendly. This feels more like a busy Friday night where people were camping without ordering wine and didn't love being reminded that a wine bar is, indeed, for drinking wine. Wine + service * Tasting flights are $25 and well curated * They occasionally offer two-for-one wine flights * Small-batch wines produced in the Santa Ynez Valley by Esfuerzo Wines * Standout favorites include the Coyote Rojo Bordeaux-style blend & the Sauvignon Blanc is crisp, refreshing, and easy to love * Marissa, one of the tasting associates, is consistently hospitable and attentive and makes the experience feel effortless Vibe and events * Fridays feature Lotería with a DJ from 6-10pm * Lively without being chaotic * A solid mix of locals, regulars, and people actually there for the wine If you're looking for good wine, a fun atmosphere, and a Funk Zone spot that blends culture with care, Orgullo Wine is doing it right. Order wine, enjoy the space, and let the night unfold.

This spot was so cute and a fun outdoor patio to hangout in and enjoy the wines. We did a wine…read moretasting and our server was very kind and knowledgeable about what she was giving us! They don't have food but they allow you to order from the pizza truck next door and it is hand delivered to you! This area had so many different wine shops to pick from and I'm glad this was the one that caught our eye!

2022 Chardonnay

2022 Sauvignon Blanc

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Chardonnay

The Funk Zone

4.1(52 reviews)

So much to love about these 10 blocks of Shopping, Wine, Beer, Coffee, Restaurants, Art, Museums…read moreand Culture, Hotels, and more Shopping. And all nestled nicely between Highway 101 and Cabrillo Blvd, and between Garden Street and State Street. Can't even start with what my favorite spots are, I find a new one each time I visit. Usually plenty of street parking on the weekdays, and on the weekends definitely need to use one of the assorted public parkling lots in the area. You'll also find Live DJ's, Karaoke, Trivia Nights, Live Music, Bingo, Happy/Hoppy Hours . . . and sometimes dancing in the streets.

This is a truly funky place to explore. There's an eclectic mix of restaurants, unique shops,…read morewineries, breweries, coffee, antiques, and more. Parking is challenging on the weekends. We've been there when it's busy and it can be festive-- pop ups in old vintage rv's or outside beer halls can appear; bands playing in several spots, etc. Experiences can be hit or miss. We visited a winery called Area 51 which sounded fun, but the wines were just okay. But Pali Wine had very good wines, a relaxing patio, and cool live music. The stores vary from very pricey threads to affordable knick knacks; succulents to vintage records to original artwork. Many spaces occupy previously owned old businesses that give it a nostalgic feeling. A few top name wineries have spaces here (i.e. Fess Parker). Definitely worth checking out in looking for a unique time in Santa Barbara.

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Deep Sea Tasting Room

4.3(561 reviews)

1.1 mi

Family-owned & operated

Walk-ins welcome

I would say a good vibe for either a bachelorette party or a first date…read more To all my young men out there who don't know where to take a woman on a first date, this would be it. The music is super chill and the wine is incredible. Moderately priced I always say. We got the signature wine tasting package which came with 5 pours. We got here and there was a bachelorette party of about 15 people drinking and having a good time. They looked like they were just starting their evening here to get some drinks in. So the service can handle a crowd. It was clean. The vibe was right, the wine was good, And the service was impeccable.

Great service - unbelievable views. Excellent wine. The team on-site are very friendly. Can't wait…read moreto return. Bruce and Patsy

Ocean views even indoors

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"The Sea Star" Rosé

Melville Winery

4.0(93 reviews)

Melville was an amazing experience! The gentlemen tending…read morebar was awesome, so friendly and attentive. The vibe was really chill and relaxing. It was the perfect way to celebrate our anniversary, we highly recommend!!

For the first time ever we have been cut off by a wine server Dorian. We came in asking for a taste…read moreof different wines. Wanting to find something that we like. Dorian didn't want to let us have a taste of the wines and only off the happy hour menu. I am a Certified Sommelier and the group I am with are not drunk or have been over served. This was a terrible experience. Not a friendly environment and I ordered the Estate Pinot Noir. It was light and unbalanced. We have been to the Melville tasting room in Buelleton many times and a loyal customer. But never coming to the tasting room in Santa Barbara again.

Beautiful tasting room

Dog friendly borg inside and outside

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Pali Wine

4.3(66 reviews)

0.6 mi

I've been wanting to stop in and try Pali Wine for quite some time. We found ourselves in Santa…read moreBarbara on New Year's Eve and we decided to stop in for a glass of bubbly. Taylor and Joe were both so helpful and let us try anything we would like. We bought a beautiful bottle of Pinot Noir from 2021. I follow a girl that is married to the owners daughter and it's been so fun to see the journey of this wine company up until now. They have got a nice selection of natural and regular wines. Some lovely bubbly wines. The entire experience was excellent from start to finish. Don't miss Pali!

The inside of the wine garden was beautiful. We sat at a large table and explored the wine flights…read more 3 of us went with the fresh wines and 1 went with the estate flight. The flights came out with cute detailed menus. The wines were pretty good overall and for the first time I could taste the different flavors. Never really been able to do that. The white blend was so good I bought a bottle!

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Municipal Winemakers

4.3(275 reviews)

0.8 mi

We randomly came here on a Saturday night during our short weekend in Santa Barbara and we were not…read moredisappointed. They're super dog friendly, with seating both indoors and outdoors. The ambience is beautiful and so spacious inside. My husband and I are not wine connoisseurs so we enjoyed all 5 of the tastings we had. The servers pouring the wine were also so friendly and informative. Would definitely recommend stopping by here for a wine tasting!

Really liked this place - what made it stand out was how different it is from the other wine rooms…read morearound the area. More spacious and less stuffy, Municipal feels a bit more like a wine warehouse than a wine room. The woman serving the wine seemed very cool - exactly what I want from my wine connoisseur! Very hip, alt rock playing over the speakers indoors and outdoors. Did not know any of the songs but they were "bops" as the kids say. Multiple locals there too, so you know it's good. I liked all of my wines, especially the first in the flight. They were all interesting and had a lot of flavor. Took two bottles home with me and will certainly come back

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Fox Wine

4.3(95 reviews)

Had a blast at Fox Wine!…read more We visited on Valentine's day and it was super packed but luckily, we were able to find a table! We decided on the $20 tasting of 5 wines. Before deciding on which wines to taste, you are able to get a sample of each in ordee to decide which suit your tastebuds the best. Since it was me and partner, we tried every single one! Whichever the other skipped out on, the other got and vise versa. We had a wonderful experience, chatted, and played games that were provided.

Had a company event here and got to try a few wines. My thoughts: the Sauvignon blanc was just…read moreokay, but the Chardonnay and the Pinot Noor were both quite good. The wine piece is located deeper in the building behind the brewery. The people at the counter were very very and helpful at picking which varietals to try.