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Breweries and Beer Gardens in Santa Barbara, CA

22 of the 106 wineries, breweries, distilleries and wine bars we list in Santa Barbara are breweries or beer gardens.

Choosing a beer spot depends on whether you want an active production taproom with limited food or a spacious outdoor garden with full kitchen service. Family and pet policies vary widely between urban industrial spaces and suburban beer lawns. Map pins show location, but they rarely indicate seating capacity, food truck schedules, or whether minors are permitted after dark.

  1. Night Lizard Brewing Company

    607 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

    TastingsOutdoor seatingPrivate events
  2. Third Window Brewing Santa Barbara

    406 E Haley St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

    Food servedOutdoor seatingPrivate events
  3. The Mill

    406 E Haley St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-1733

    TastingsPrivate events
  4. Brass Bear Brewing

    28 Anacapa St Unit e, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

    Food servedPrivate events
  5. Pure Order Brewing Company

    410 N Quarantina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103-3119

    Saturday: 12 PM - 9 PM, Sunday: 12 PM - 7 PM

    Food served
  6. The Brewhouse

    229 W Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-3824

    Food served
  7. Validation Ale

    102 E Yanonali St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

    Private events
  8. Topa Topa Brewing Co.

    120 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

    Food served
  9. Institution Ale Co. - Santa Barbara

    516 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

  10. Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co.

    137 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-1848

  11. Validation Annex

    2840 De La Vina St Ste d, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

  12. Figueroa Mountain Brewing Company

    137 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

  13. Riviera Brewing Company

    536 E Micheltorena St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

  14. Draughtsmen Aleworks

    1131 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

  15. The Garden

    38 W Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

  16. M Special Brewing Company - Downtown

    634 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

  17. Rincon Brewery

    205 Santa Barbara St Ste 1b, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-1847

  18. Wylde Works

    609 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-3301

  19. Prickly Pear Cantina

    518 N Milpas St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103-3137

  20. Santa Barbara Ice Co.

    224 S Milpas St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

  21. Santa Barbara Brewing Company

    501 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

  22. Telegraph Brewing Co.

    418 N Salsipuedes St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103-3127

Check tap rotation and food options. Many craft breweries do not operate full kitchens and rely on rotating food trucks or allow outside food, while beer gardens typically serve a set food menu.

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Good to know

Do breweries and beer gardens allow children and dogs?

Policies differ by venue and time of day. Outdoor beer gardens and family-oriented taprooms often welcome kids and leashed dogs, but some urban spots restrict entry to ages 21 and over in the evening. Always check a venue's specific rules before visiting with minors or pets.

What is the difference between a brewery taproom and a beer garden?

A brewery taproom focuses primarily on beer brewed on-site, often with indoor seating and a view of the brewing equipment. A beer garden is typically an outdoor or semi-outdoor space that serves beers from multiple producers alongside full food service.

How much do flights or pints typically cost?

Pints of core craft beers generally range from $6 to $10, while specialty, barrel-aged, or high-ABV releases may cost more. Tasting flights usually run between $10 and $16 for four small pours.