Santa Barbara nightlife
Santa Barbara nightlife has the crowd pleasers for every kind of crowd, as well as the singular pleasures sought by few. With classic Irish pubs and rollicking sports bars, sleek and chic lounges and corner coffee shops, this city has every kind of venue to get your thirst quenched and your energy matched. Again, State Street is a great place to start with bar hopping considered a favorite pastime here. You'll also discover state-of the art discos and dance floors, as well as live music venues that feature everyone from local legend to international icon. Another treasure of nightlife aficionados is the huge quantity and quality of performing arts this town has to offer. From live theater to classical opera, or dance to full symphony sound, you cultural taste buds will be sated. Nightlife has never been a better life than in this city, every night of the week. Santa Barbara nightlife has the best nights of your life.
Blue Agave
20 E. Cota Street
Santa Barbara
Designer martinis, leather couches, a roaring fire and a Gen-X favorite hangout. Trendy and packed.
James Joyce
513 State Street
Santa Barbara
www.thejamesjoyce.com
A hugley popular Irish pub with grreat food, live musice, darts, pool, and a great crowd.
Soho Restaurant and Music Club
1221 State Street
Santa Barbara
www.sohosb.com
Live music and dining seve nights a week at one of the cities favorite live music venues. Monday night live jazz is a favorite.
Mother's Tavern
725 Higuera Street
Santa Barbara
Historic turn of the century setting draws big crowds for great pub food, wide wine list, and live music. Voited best in the city year after year.
Plow & Angel
San Ysidro Ranch
Santa Barbara
Mellow live jazz, relaxed atmosphere, and quiet conversation can all be found at this popular spot.
Ensemble Theater Company
914 Santa Barbara St
Santa Barbara
One of the best small theater companies in California, offering modern works at reasonable prices. Call 805-962-8606 for season and tickets.
Arlington Center for the Performing Arts
1317 State Street
Satna Barbara
Beautiful center featuring touring shows, the Santa Barbara Opera, as well as being home to the Santa Barbara Symphony. Call 805-963-4408 for more information.
Santa Barbara Opera
various
Santa Barbara
www.operasb.com
Some of the best opera California has to offer. Playing at both the Lobero and Arlington theaters. See website for details.
Epiphany
21 W. Victoria Street
Santa Barbara
Chic and sleek, this is the favorite for the after theater crowd. Fabulous menu, too.
