The Cliff Room

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The Dive Bar you can bring your mother to. And I have. Not your father's Cliff Room. Post Covid makeover is clean and comfortable. Prices went up but so did the cleanliness. New flooring good rid of the "dove bar" smell. Some of the best bartenders in town whip up your cocktail while you pump $$$ into TuchTunes, bring in Taco Bell or Domino's, and enjoy all hours of the day. Easy and safe overnight parking (if needed) and the friendly, smiling faces of your neighbors. If you were here years ago, try it again. If you a local Mesaite, you know. This is on the boarder of dive and fine. Roll the dice and roll up to The Cliff Room. I'll see you at the end of the bar. read more

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The Cliffy is my go to bar. Accommodates all people, super welcoming, and overall a vibeeeee! There's new owners as of march of this year. Dogs are now welcome 12-7 during the week, and 10-6 during the weekend. Who doesn't love seeing a dog drunk at the bar! LOL. The atmosphere is top notch, there's pool, shuffle board, darts, and other table games. Come see the new drinks and deals. The drinks are stiff up at the Cliff! Shout out Benny also for being my favorite bartender! read more

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Susan S.

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One can always count on having a great time at Cliff. In addition to the wonderful food and music every night, we meet wonderful people there. read more

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Wonderful locals hangout. Great cocktails with an informal relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommend.

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Good place with, a nice atmosphere. Karaoke on Thursdays. There are billiards, 2 tables. The place is quite popular. No food would like some snacks. They don't make cocktails, no kombucha, and no cider read more

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Great place. Great music. Pool table accessible. Easy parking.i love Jenna and her recommendation for a ginger back to Jameson as opposed to a pickle back. Her Southern hospitality is the cherry on top. read more

The Cliff Room - The one and only bartender Jenna. She was refreshingly a tentative and very personable employee. I'd recommend dropping by here. - Lounges Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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I'm so excited to visit the Cliff Room! With the new owner of the cliff room, i'm sure this place will scale tremendously! The vibe of the cliff room is totally up my alley and the employees have genuine service! read more

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New owner was fantastic! Drinks were great, awesome vibe , location and just a cool little hole in the wall. Wish you guys all success with your new endeavor. read more

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Who doesn't love the cliff room?! It's a total dark divey bar where all the locals hang out at. Yesssssss we go and over drink and meet a ton of people. It's impossible not to. Everyone is friendly and cool. Especially the bartenders. The beer is iced cold and the ambiance is my jam! It's always my late night stop. read more

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I wheelie love the Cliff room!!! Awesome atmosphere awesome Amy the tender of the bar!!! Yaya!! read more

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Hit or miss service. Lady bartender today shot daggers at my girlfriends & I. Not sure why. Other time, super nice bartenders. Want to love it here. Should be a friendly neighborhood joint. read more

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My husband and I went here when we were in town for a wedding. Chill vibes and good beer. Ended up coming back 3 times during our stay, we liked it that much. read more

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Elsa H.

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Scott is the best! We had a difficult day today and went out for "one" drink. Thanks to him, we had more than that! He was super attentive, kind, and made us feel super comfortable. Wish more bar tenders were like him. Def visiting him again soon. read more

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Chelsea C.

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Zero stars, came here with some friends & was not only extremely dissatisfied with the bartender's attitude (he was a complete jerk; the brunette one with a ponytail) which I get, maybe it sucks dealing with drunk people... but also maybe don't work in this industry if you can't at least put a smile on? As if that wasn't enough to completely ruin the vibe; he yelled at us for accidentally hitting the light switch for outside as we were taking photos... I ordered a drink, tipped in cash & HE TOOK IT UPON HIMSELF TO ADD HIS OWN TIP ON MY CREDIT CARD AS WELL. I'll be disputing that as fraud & calling the manager. There's many bars to go to in Santa Barbara. Stay farrrrr away from this one. read more

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Gwen S.

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I only suggest going if you're looking to be treated rudely by the bartender. Aside from the general glare and tone, other complaints include: She claimed to be unfamiliar with a "vodka sour", gave my friend a Malibu coke when she asked for a rum and coke. I wonder if it had something to do with us being young women. She made us two nasty drinks we didn't ask for, and we left before drinking them. The only reason I give 3 stars is because my mom left my dad partly thanks to this bar. Not joking. Thanks. read more

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Mary G.

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We went to celebrate our friends birthday and the bar was packed! Bennie was working his ass off! We ordered a drink he didn't know - a red headed slut - I told him what was in it and he made one of the best I have ever had and still managed to keep a full bar serviced! Thanks Bennie for helping us celebrate our friend's birthday! RIP Alex Love read more

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Veronica J.

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One of my favorite put stops before going home. What happened to Wendy on Tuesday nights? I would purposely do my laundry on Tuesdays and go to the Cliffy to see her during her only shift. read more

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Byron E.

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Jennifer os the best, I wish she was here every Karaoke night, she really has such amazing energy and as a bartender she is so intuitive! I just met ya girl but I she rocks! read more

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Cliff is a true local SB spot. Locals, hoodlums, great bartenders...what else do you need??? read more

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Toni L.

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After a night going downtown to the usual spots like Sharkeez, The Cliff Room takes the cake. Love the place, get to know the bartender, my first time there he gave me a free shot & a drink. Really really fun place if you just want to chill, listen to music, play pool, that sorta thing. Place has a lot of character, I am a fan of this place! read more

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Over the dart board area there are stickers that spell out the following: "Why go downtown?" This message hits home The Cliff Room's appeal. The Cliff Room is effectively the anti-downtown bar that isn't overrun with hipsters (Elsie's). A classic dive bar with good bartending. They accept credit with no minimums...they have not one but two pool tables, and they even have foosball. What's not the love? Important note: The pool tables are among the best in Santa Barbara. Only Don Q would be able to claim nicer tables but that's a dedicated pool hall. (Games are $0.75) This place is great. Plenty of parking in the back. read more

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Karen M.

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This bar is cozy and clean and well stocked. They have nice seats and a pool table. HOWEVER if you walk into the bar and see a dark curly long haired olderish woman, leave immediately. She was rude and had horrible service - she was bashing me for the French gimlet I ordered. She said that "rose water and lime is disgusting and who would ever want to drink that". What is the point of bashing what a customer wants to drink? I'm sure other bartenders there are nice and have great service, but honestly we left as soon as possible - didn't even finish our drinks. So rude. read more

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Kate K.

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One of my favorite dive bars in town, along the same lines as The Sportsman. Wood paneling, dark lighting, strong drinks, good selection of beers on tap, huge circular booths, dart board. There's not one but TWO pool tables and they're only 50 cents a game. Giant parking lot and a tiny smoking area out back. This is definitely not a downtown SB bar. The clientele is generally older and not very hip-- a mix of hardcore drinkers, sports fans and city college kids, mostly guys, but hey-- it's technically it's a sports bar. I know a few people who won't step foot in there so maybe it has a seedy reputation. Go with a group of friends if you want safety in numbers, but I've been here with a group of other ladies and haven't had any problems. I get the feeling that if this place was in LA it'd be crawling with hipsters. Being located on the Mesa, I'd say it's off the hipster radar. Pretty underrated if you asked me. Definitely check out Monday nights for karaoke night! read more

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Asahn S.

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One of my favorite "Dive-Bars" in town. Pool tables, Karaoke & Stiff Drinks. Always a good time here. It's the "CHEERS" of Santa Barbara (slightly Tougher..lol) read more

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Ashley B.

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Fun place to go have some drinks and play pool - I like that its NOT on State St :) Its very convenient to city college! The place is a bit dirty seeming, but not disgusting at all, and what can you really expect from a dive bar? read more

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Carey V.

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When it comes to dive bars in SB, The Cliff Room has cornered the market. That doesn't mean it has no class...this place is quite accomodating for all. Cold beers. And mexican food nearby :) read more

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Sean G.

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I really don't mind this place much other than the fact that the bartender Brad is very bad at his job and doesn't care about the customers. I would definitely advise to never go to this place on Thursdays so you can avoid ordering drinks from this prick. What bartender complains out loud to a customer for closing their card instead of keeping it open and then declaring they will start ignoring them? I may stumble across this bar again since I literally live across the street but most of the time I'm going to avoid this place especially when Brad is behind that bar. Just FYI this is a review from 2 years ago. I'm not sure if Brad even works there anymore. Yelp took it down, so I'm re-posting a more G-rated version. read more

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Marie P.

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Hidden beautiful jewel! I'll definitely return to experience another AMA ing day at The Cliff Room

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Lelly L.

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Really cool spot! The atmosphere was good. Everyone was really nice. The bartender made some good drinks. It was Clare's bday that day (karaoke lady). She was super sweet. I'm only knocking it down 1 star because the quality of the speaker/Mic for karaoke wasn't that great. Other than that.. cool place to grab good drinks at a reasonable price. read more

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Alec S.

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This place is such a dive. I'm the type who likes dives, so that works for me. However, I am not terribly fond of the "dives" downtown because they are just not that divey or relaxing. This is the kind of place where 50 year-old women get hit on the same time that my girlfriend (21) and I (24) feel perfectly comfortable. A solid dive, it just needs more business and a bottled Belgian beer(like Duvel or Westmalle Triple) and it would really be great. read more

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Best karaoke around or should I say Clare-aoke !!!!!! Art is the best bartender too his attention to detail and friendly smile keeps me coming back! read more

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Hmm... It's a weeknight and I need a drink. I live up on the Mesa and I don't feel like going all the way Downtown. Well, in that case you will probably end up over at a little dive bar called the Cliff Room. It doesn't help that it's within walking distance from my girlfriend's house (As well as quite a few City College and the odd UCSB student) Little dive bar up on the Mesa where I always seem to get too drunk and have a nice little hangover as I sit at my desk at 8am. Darts, pool tables, a little back patio, and one of those new download jukeboxes keep you drinking on thru the night. read more

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Greg K.

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We were in the hood for dinner and wanted to check this establishment out for an after dinner drink. First impression, upscale dive bar. All the prerequisites are in place: two pool tables, darts, a couple of individual video games on the bar counter and juke box. The clientele were all low key and of mixed age as any good dive bar should be. Add to this $5 house vodka martinis and you really can't go wrong. read more

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Susan L.

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Having just moved to the Mesa, I was excited to check out the local watering hole. I can only give this place 2 stars because the service was horrible!! There were only a handful of people there and it took me 10 minutes to get noticed and get a drink from the bartender Thursday. She was talking to her friends at one end of the bar and she finally came over, walked right past me, and got on her phone. I was about to leave when the guy next to me called her over. Apparently this is the norm on this girls shift according to the people I spoke to on the patio. If your thirsty, don't go on a Thursday! On a more upbeat note, I'm looking forward to see the changes they are going to make when they remodel. This place could use a facelift and a good cleaning! I will be back! read more

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I had only been here a couple of times.....WAY before they hired Wendy as a bartender. Now, I go just to hang out with her. You should too! She is so awesome, and a very good bar tender besides that fact. She brings a light into that place. She even are her boss order a decent Chardonnay so that I would come in more often. This place went from total DIVE...into a cool place to hang out. YAY WENDY!!!1 read more

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Bobette T.

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Cliffy is the best locals bar ever. Come for a stiffy at the cliffy!! And so is the left corner of the bar. Just don't take my seat!!!

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Best dive bar in town! Plus karaoke on Mon & Thurs

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So I live by this bar and the wonderful customer-service I get from this bartender sometimes they s*** d*** sometimes over all the good combination this bar is dope and art is dope #send it read more

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It's really not bad for a dive bar. There's pool tables, darts, and strong drinks... what more do you need? It's also walking distance from my house, which I find to be pretty awesome. I don't go often, but when I do I find myself stumbling home... properly inebrieted. read more

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1828 Cliff Dr
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
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(805) 966-3060
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Hours

What time does The Cliff Room open?

The Cliff Room opens at 12:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.The Cliff Room opens at 10:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does The Cliff Room close?

The Cliff Room closes at 2:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 12:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)Sat-Sun 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

Payment methods

Does The Cliff Room take Bitcoin?

No, The Cliff Room does not take Bitcoin.

Does The Cliff Room take credit cards?

Yes, The Cliff Room takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does The Cliff Room serve alcohol?

Yes, The Cliff Room serves alcohol. Full Bar

Services

Is The Cliff Room by appointment only?

No, The Cliff Room is not by appointment only.

Indoor Amenities

Does The Cliff Room allow dogs?

No, The Cliff Room does not allow dogs.

Does The Cliff Room have TVs?

Yes, The Cliff Room has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does The Cliff Room have bike parking?

Yes, The Cliff Room has bike parking.

Does The Cliff Room have outdoor seating?

No, The Cliff Room does not have outdoor seating options.

Does The Cliff Room have parking?

Yes, The Cliff Room has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is The Cliff Room wheelchair accessible?

Yes, The Cliff Room is wheelchair accessible.

Does The Cliff Room allow outdoor smoking?

No, The Cliff Room does not allow outdoor smoking.

Does The Cliff Room have free WiFi?

No, The Cliff Room does not have free WiFi.

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“Jennifer os the best, I wish she was here every Karaoke night, she really has such amazing energy and as a bartender she is so intuitive!”

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6.0 mi

Oh boy the amount of times I have been inebriated here. Birthday parties, coming home celebrations,…read morecheeky post-work cocktails that accidentally turn into two in the mornings; New Years Eves, Potlucks, Aloha Sundays, Halloweens and everything in between. This is a great bar and there's just no way around that. The drinks are tough, the vibes are immaculate, the bartenders have teeth and the regulars are absolutely bananas. I love it here. It's probably the only bar you can roll into by yourself as a woman and feel comfortable. As if things couldn't get any better, there's a treasure of a human in there who spins vinyl on Friday nights (maybe Saturdays also, but don't quote me) and you really shouldn't miss that experience. Thank you Imperial and staff for your phenomenal service. You've truly cultivated something wonderful.

What an amazing hidden gem in Goleta!…read more While visiting the town, we were looking for a lounge walking distance from our hotel. We found this cool spot via yelp. A for atmosphere. You are transformed into a tiki/tropical/ vintage/bohemian not sure what to call it atmosphere. Super mellow and chill. We sat at a corner couch across from the bar. Comfy and relaxing, and dim lighting. Drink menu was diverse. Great selection. From cocktails to all types of alcohol. With an average price range of $15. Bartender knew his craft. All drinks ordered were great! C for service. The service dept needs some help, and I get it, with one person serving 15+ people. It is impossible to provide a5 star service. Initially service was great with a smile when we first arrived @ 6 pm. But soon after the bar became super busy. The wait was 20-30 minutes for an order. It was time to leave. We asked for our check and it came non-itemized. If it was 2 or 4 drinks that would be fine, but we were party of 3 with over 10 drinks. Then we had to wait again after asking for an itemized check. Waiter stated they need to hand write as their "machine" was not working. That took more time than needed. Ahhhhhh.... Ah well.. you can't get it all. Hence the 3.5 stars. I recommend, to sit at the bar and maybe pay cash to avoid hurdles I experienced.

First Wednesday--yes, it's a thing.

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Jungle Bird

The Cruisery

Super cute place that's dog friendly with outdoor seating under trees. Very friendly staff and…read moreservice. Lots of games and couches to lounge and chill. We came in for Happy Hour on a Thursday before a Bowl show and had a great time. Drinks were yummy!

We went to The Cruisery for my dog's 12th birthday, and I'm honestly obsessed with this place…read more I've reviewed this spot before, but this visit deserved an update because it was such a fun and unique experience. It's right on State Street and extremely dog-friendly--like, dogs of all sizes are welcome and actually celebrated here. Not just tolerated... celebrated. They offer dog birthday packages (yes, really), and for $49 it was such a fun experience. Lobo got a full birthday setup: a reserved table, a sign with fun facts about him, a birthday portrait, cake, a gift, and his own birthday dinner. I ordered him the filet and sweet potatoes, but they do have other options on their dog menu too. And for the humans--they don't slack either. They have a great food and drink menu. I ordered the Flaming Lips cocktail and it's such a fun one... I won't give it away, but yes, there are actual flames involved . I also got the Korean Crunch (fried chicken with red pepper sauce) and it was so good. Everyone else loved their food and drinks too... but I'll be honest, I was a little more focused on Lobo. Kyle was our server and he was amazing--super friendly and made the whole experience even better. Honestly, everything about it was just fun. It's such a unique idea, and I love that places like this exist. We come to Santa Barbara often, and this is 100% going to be a regular stop for us now. Already planning Lobo's 13th here

Savor creativity: Our chef's unique happy hour bites and craft cocktails, served on our inviting patio. A taste of innovation.

Experience culinary artistry: Chef's unique Tuna Crudo, an exquisite blend of flavors and textures, a visual and tasteful delight.

The Cruisery - Embark on a brunch adventure with our French Toast Flight featuring delectable options like mascarpone, torrijas, PB + J and Cinnamon Babka!

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Embark on a brunch adventure with our French Toast Flight featuring delectable options like mascarpone, torrijas, PB + J and Cinnamon Babka!

Bobcat Room

3.9(32 reviews)

1.7 mi

Great cocktail bar in Santa Barbara! Sean took care of us and made us many delicious drinks. We…read morecame on a Tuesday (Farm to Bar) where you state a liquor and spicy or sweet and the rest is taken care of. Overall a lot of fun and all the drinks were creative and fun. Will definitely be back, thank you Bobcat! Didn't see food and parking can be a little rocky but if you Uber, you will have a great time! Definitely recommend!

The DJ Smooth Exchange is awesome. The spicy passion fruit margaritas were great. It was neat to…read moresee the outdoor lounge area too with the silent disco. The service here was great too and the manager Travis is so sweet he always remembers me and says hi.