Nightlife
in Santa Barbara, CA

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A good thing about being on vacation is that every day can be a weekend day. Wanting to hit the coolest spots in the area is only natural. That’s why we wanted to showcase this area’s vibrant nightlife.

Below you’ll find a list of the most trendy and interesting places to check out while you’re in town. Whether you’re new to the area, looking for something different to do, or just visiting, we’re sure you’ll find something you’ll love.
Dargan’s Irish Pub and Restaurant
Dargan’s Irish Pub and Restaurant

(805) 568-0702

18 E Ortega St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101   Directions Website

There’s fun on tap at Dargan’s Irish Pub and Restaurant. Enjoy Guinness beer and authentic Irish food, live music, and dancing at Santa Barbara’s #1 Irish Pub amnd nightlife destination. If the night calls for comfort food and spending time with your best friends, then this is the place to meet.

Neighborhood Corner Bar & Grill
Neighborhood Corner Bar & Grill

(805) 963-7600

235 W Montecito St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101   Directions Website

Are you looking for a friendly Neighborhood Corner Bar & Grill? This former Santa Barbara coffee shop is now a nighttime sports bar where locals get together for good food and lots of fun playing billiard games, listening to great music and trying to hold their own during ping pong beer!

Santa Barbara Brewing Company
Santa Barbara Brewing Company

(805) 730-1040

501 State St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101   Directions Website

Good times are brewing at the Santa Barbara Brewing Company. Since 1995, the doors have opened to serve up good old-fashioned American cuisine, cold fresh beers and other adult beverages. Step into the nightlife lounge with over 24 plasma screens for food, fun and sports action.

Soho Restaurant & Music Bar
Soho Restaurant & Music Bar

(805) 962-7776

1221 State St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101   Directions Website

Get the party started at the Soho Restaurant & Music Bar! Meet with friends for fine cuisine and outstanding live music events seven nights a week. Dine on classic California pasta dishes and dance to blues, rock and funk. This nightlife venue sets the mood for fun, food and music.

Tonic Nightclub
Tonic Nightclub

(805) 897-1800

634 State St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101   Directions Website

Dressed to kill gets you into the Tonic Nightclub. The A-List club pours signature drinks and plays up-to-the-minute sounds across its 6,500-square-foot posh nightlife playground. The resident DJs mix the hottest beats from the U.S and international charts, luring Santa Barbara’s hip and pretty people to spend a late night here.

Velvet Jones
Velvet Jones

(805) 965-8676

423 State St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101   Directions Website

Get your ticket to a night out at the Velvet Jones. Touted as the heartbeat to Santa Barbara’s downtown nightlife and music scene, you’ll experience the best in live concert music. This venue has been known to have bands like the Foo Fighters hit center stage for an impromptu performance! Got your ticket?

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