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    Third Window Brewing

    4.5 (473 reviews)
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    Open 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Smash burgers and large fries
    Susan L.

    4.5/5 stars. Great spot for yummy beer and a smashburger What I ate - Bbq bacon smashed cheeseburger: like the best western bacon cheeseburger you've ever had. The meat was crispy and beefy, the bacon thick, the onion strings have it a little crunch, and the tangy sweet bbq sauce helping to lift everything up. I wouldn definitely get this again - Belgian style fries: each large gets 2 house made dipping sauces, so dip to your hearts content. Fries were nice and crispy - Chicken wings: These were outrageously good. Crispy, but the meat was still tender and juicy. Great to dip into sauces. We only got 6 but I feel like we should have definitely got a dozen instead - Beer flight: The bar has a handy little form you can check off 5 that tickles your fancy Pros: - The vibe was right. Long patio with lots of long tables and umbrellas, also a huge courtyard that also has plenty of shade and seating - Families and dogs galore - The menu has a nice smorgasbord of fancy bar food, ranging from wings to smash burgers to wood fired sourdough pizza, and it seems like they also do bbq, but not on the menu. Whatever was available was just written down on a piece of butcher paper and hanging outside the order window - Bathrooms clean - Staff were super quick about cleaning up as you finish - There was a server coming through the line that was waiting to order to put on drink orders, which I thought was nice BUT she somehow skipped me and I had to wait before ordering my drink Cons: - There was a wait. We got there around 6 on a Friday and there was a line that took us about 30 mins to get through to get to the cashier. But by the time we finished ordering the line had wrapped around the block so I think we came at a good time - Those fries did NOT come in large containers. To me the "large" seemed like a personal size, but that's just the gluttonous American in me. I could have easily polished off those fries by myself. I regret sharing. - I didn't realize I had to go pick up my beer flight from the bar. The cashier didn't explain it to me and I didn't go to look for it until the food came out. I wish there was a better system for this - First come first serve seating. While there was some seating, you kinda had to be a hawk about grabbing seating as it got busier Would I come again? If I was in the area, yes

    Smash LT burger
    Luiza M.

    Such a great brewery to hang out at in Santa Barbara. The courtyard has a ton of space, the food is delicious, and there's so many beers on tap! Pro tip - if you make a reservation, you can order food from the drink only line! That way you can skip the long food line (because it does get very long on a Saturday afternoon)

    Jake B.

    Delicious burgers and beers at Third Window! Huge fan of this spot. The environment, the food, the beer, all were perfect for what we were looking for. We came at a good time, because the line stretched out the door by the time we were leaving, so it's definitely a popular spot. For sure plan on returning!

    Yula K.

    Well I may have just found my new favorite smash burger at this lil brewery in Santa Barbara. Cooked perfectly with a little crispy skirt, deliciously cheesy, paired with the kinds of pickles that let you know this place also makes a mean BBQ. The seltzers were tangy and delicious too, floral and super refreshing

    Menu
    Irena T.

    Can I get this brewery in my backyard? If you like light beers (or even if you don't), try the Centeotl. It's a Mexican lager brewed with blue corn and it sent my taste buds for a trip. And since it was a Saturday, we paired it with a melt in your mouth brisket sando. Fast service, solid place to hang both solo or with a group

    Original Smashburger
    Leslie S.

    I've been wanting to try the Santa Barbara location for Third Window since I've been to the Carpinteria location a few times. The SB location is much larger with a lot more food options. They had a weekend bbq menu with pulled pork, ribs, etc. There were more burger options to choose from too. After 4pm on certain days, like the weekends, they make sourdough pizza. We were there for lunch so we didn't get chance to try the pizza, but I'd like to another time. There is a lot of outdoor seating available. You order at the front then find a table. Parking is street parking. I ordered the original smashed cheeseburger. Soft bun, flavorful meat, and some sauces to add flavor. You can't go wrong with ordering a burger here. They are delicious! The fries are also amazing. The large size is splittable between two people. I'm a huge fan of Third Window Brewing. Their food is amazing. Looking forward to coming back to try the sourdough pizza!

    The botanic blend
    Shannon W.

    Love the design here, it's really open and spacious. It was popping for a Saturday morning; you can tell it's a popular hangout spot for the community. I really liked the beer I tried, the Saison Printemps '26 Botanic Blends. Definitely a solid place to grab a drink.

    The best arugula salad ever along with fabulous chips and guac. On our second visit, we had a smashed burger and it was very tasty.
    Sara D.

    Amazing craft beer and food! Actually went twice in three days because we've loved it so much and we're from out of town. The staff is wonderful and they have fabulous tables inside and out. It has a great vibe! Head there now, what are you waiting for?

    Monica R.

    Dog friendly! Yeah! The place is super cool, very casual and has a great vibe. They have American food, ciders, beer and wine. My husband and I stopped to rest and share a glass of wine, Pinot Noir of the region. Very good! And the service is excellent. $18 the glass.

    Bbq bacon smash burger with fries.
    Shawn B.

    Great atmosphere. Service was right on time. The burger was the best. I didn't get a chance to come by during burger week, but all the other burgers I had around town. Third Window by far is still number 1 in my book.

    Smash burger
    Celine P.

    It's super busy here on a Sunday night. We came around 5 and barely found a table. Long lines, lots of families with small children and pets. The servers & cashier were patient and didn't seem overwhelmed. The smash burger is a solid smash burger. Crispy edges, caramelized onions, melted cheese. Fries we had to pay extra for. Was still a bit hungry so we got passion fruit cheesecake. Would come again!

    Burgers salad fries queso
    Kamryn A.

    Burgers beer and fries. What more could a girl ask for? Came to this brewery based on other yelpers and they did not disappoint! The queso was a great start to the meal and we couldn't even finish it there was so much food! The burgers were 10/10 and had the perfect crispy smash burger edges. The salad was for balance and it was much needed-- light and lemony! It was down pouring when we went but the courtyard would be the perfect place to hang out and grab a pint with some friends

    Paige G.

    Genuinely not a single complaint. Amazing vibes on a sunny day: great for dogs, bigger groups, kids etc! Smash burger was insane! I love how they have so many sauces to choose from. Next time I'm back in sb I need to try the bbq because it looked so good. My friend got the salad and thought it was yummy too. There is something for everyone here!

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    Ask the Community - Third Window Brewing

    What are the non alcoholic options (mentioned on their website)?

    Typically there is a non alcoholic kombucha on draught. There are also sodas and sparkling water available.

    My husband and I went here today around 2pm and their hours are incorrect on Yelp. Looks like they open up at 4pm? Bummer! We were craving their smash burger. And wondering if they serve the burgers every day. I would hope so!

    Hi Amanda! Sorry for any confusion! The brewery does open up at 12pm but we don’t start serving food on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday until 4pm. Friday- Sunday food is available from 12pm to close. We serve burgers Thursday - Monday and… Read more

    Anyone know if they offer ciders?

    There is usually a Kombucha and a Cider or Mead

    Is it dog friendly?

    Yup, always pups there!

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