Santa Barbara County, CA

9150 US-101
Los Alamos, CA

If you’re not checking into the boutique hotel Skyview Los Alamos, be sure to mosey on up the hill to Norman to soak up the property’s cool vibes.For something unique to drink, try the Important Date with fennel infused gin, St. Germain, carrot juice, lemon juice, orange juice, simple syrup and dehydrated orange

2860 Grand Ave
Los Olivos, CA

At Nella, expect excellent Italian cuisine prepared with local, seasonal ingredients (the pinsas are a must-order!) and dangerously delicious cocktails.

1110 Faraday St
Santa Ynez, CA

Considered one of the best restaurants in the valley, S.Y. Kitchen is a popular Santa Ynez staple serving dinner nightly as well as lunch Friday through Sunday. For some, it’s a toss-up between the Smokey Summer (mezcal, pineapple, cucumber, jalapeno, lime and black lava salt) and the Barrel Aged Old Fashioned (vanilla infused bourbon, Fernet Branca, house-made bitters and honey).

1455 Mission Dr
Solvang, CA

The V Lounge is the perfect place to celebrate something special, or cozy up for a laid-back dinner. Try the "Solvang 75", a classic drink with a local twist during happy hour 4-6 p.m. daily.

458 Bell St
Los Alamos, CA

The cocktail program at Pico in Los Alamos starts with premium spirits carefully sourced from small, artisan distillers. Much like the ingredients that go into their menu, the juices are all fresh-squeezed and mostly sourced from local farms and ranches (and sometimes the Pico garden).

1635 Mission Dr
Solvang, CA

Vaquero Bar opened its doors and quickly became a gathering spot for the local community and travelers in-the-know. In terms of what to order, good luck choosing between the martinis, margaritas and mules—the delectable sours, tikis and negronis further complicate matters!

1576 Mission Dr
Solvang, CA

Tucked inside Solvang’s airy, Scandi-chic The Landsby hotel, Mad+Vin is a place to sip in style. The bar opens at 3pm on weekdays and restaurant food service begins at 5pm; Saturday and Sunday brunch kicks off at high noon.

3627 Sagunto St
Santa Ynez, CA

The Victor is happy to serve you a nice martini or help you celebrate with champagne. Whether you're a local or stopping by to visit, sit back and relax at the first-come, first-served bar.

1297 Jonata Park Rd
Buellton, CA

The Tavern at Zaca Creek in Buellton is a reimagined local classic restaurant and bar. The Tavern takes pride in their meticulously curated spirits list featuring sought-after bourbons, ryes and mezcals. The ever-changing menu of house cocktail creations are elaborate and highly creative while the classic renditions are executed flawlessly.

Santa Barbara County, CA