The Central Coast

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  • 1. 1122 Speakeasy

    Bars/Pubs

    Press the doorbell and request permission to enter this elegant, 1930s-era cocktail lounge and speakeasy on the back patio of Pappy McGregor...

    Press the doorbell and request permission to enter this elegant, 1930s-era cocktail lounge and speakeasy on the back patio of Pappy McGregor's Pub on the main square. It has just 28 seats, so be prepared to wait in line on weekend nights.

    1122 Pine St., Paso Robles, California, 93446, USA
    805-805–8055

    Nightlife Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues.
  • 2. Dargan's

    Bars/Pubs

    Lively Dargan's pub has pool tables, great draft beers and Irish whiskies, and serves a full menu of traditional Irish dishes. ...

    Lively Dargan's pub has pool tables, great draft beers and Irish whiskies, and serves a full menu of traditional Irish dishes.

    18 E. Ortega St., at Anacapa St., Santa Barbara, California, 93101, USA
    805-568–0702
  • 3. Draughtsmen Aleworks

    Brewpubs/Beer Gardens

    A low-key taproom with board and card games for entertainment, Draughtsmen pours its own craft beer, wine, cider, and hop tea. At the main taproom...

    A low-key taproom with board and card games for entertainment, Draughtsmen pours its own craft beer, wine, cider, and hop tea. At the main taproom in Goleta, you can view the brewing facilities and sometimes take a tour.

    1131 State St., in Mosaic Locale, Santa Barbara, California, 93101, USA
    805-259–4356
  • 4. James Joyce

    Bars/Pubs

    A good place to have a few beers and while away an evening; the James Joyce hosts rock, blues, jazz, and other performers six nights a week. ...

    A good place to have a few beers and while away an evening; the James Joyce hosts rock, blues, jazz, and other performers six nights a week.

    513 State St., at W. Haley St., Santa Barbara, California, 93101, USA
    805-962–2688
  • 5. Joe's Cafe

    Bars/Pubs

    Steins of beer and stiff cocktails accompany hearty bar food at Joe's. It's a fun, if occasionally rowdy, collegiate scene. ...

    Steins of beer and stiff cocktails accompany hearty bar food at Joe's. It's a fun, if occasionally rowdy, collegiate scene.

    536 State St., at E. Cota St., Santa Barbara, California, 93101, USA
    805-966–4638
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  • 6. Koberl at Blue

    Bars/Pubs

    A trendy crowd hangs out at this upscale restaurant's slick bar to sip on exotic martinis and the many local and imported beers and wines. ...

    A trendy crowd hangs out at this upscale restaurant's slick bar to sip on exotic martinis and the many local and imported beers and wines.

    998 Monterey St., at Osos St., San Luis Obispo, California, 93401, USA
    805-783–1135
  • 7. Les Marchands

    Wine Bars

    A world-class team of sommeliers operates this European-styled wine bar, store, and eatery in the Funk Zone. ...

    A world-class team of sommeliers operates this European-styled wine bar, store, and eatery in the Funk Zone.

    131 Anacapa St., at Yananoli St., Santa Barbara, California, 93101, USA
    805-284–0380
  • 8. Linnaea's

    Bars/Pubs

    A mellow java joint, Linnaea's hosts poetry readings, as well as blues, jazz, and folk music performances. ...

    A mellow java joint, Linnaea's hosts poetry readings, as well as blues, jazz, and folk music performances.

    1110 Garden St., at Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, California, 93401, USA
    805-541–5888

    Nightlife Details

    Rate Includes: No events Mon.
  • 9. Lucky's

    Bars/Pubs

    A slick sports bar attached to an upscale steak house owned by the maker of Lucky Brand dungarees, this place attracts hip patrons hoping to...

    A slick sports bar attached to an upscale steak house owned by the maker of Lucky Brand dungarees, this place attracts hip patrons hoping to see and be seen.

    1279 Coast Village Rd., near Olive Mill Rd., Montecito, California, 93108, USA
    805-565–7540
  • 10. M. Special Brewing Company

    Brewpubs/Beer Gardens

    A favorite stop on the local beer trail, this lively taproom has more than a dozen craft beers and live music on weekends. A second taproom...

    A favorite stop on the local beer trail, this lively taproom has more than a dozen craft beers and live music on weekends. A second taproom (and the main brewery) is in Goleta, near UCSB.

    634 State St., Santa Barbara, California, 93101, USA
    805-968–6500
  • 11. Milk & Honey

    Bars/Pubs

    Artfully prepared tapas, mango mojitos, and exotic cocktails lure trendy crowds to swank M&H, despite high prices and a reputation for...

    Artfully prepared tapas, mango mojitos, and exotic cocktails lure trendy crowds to swank M&H, despite high prices and a reputation for inattentive service.

    30 W. Anapamu St., at State St., Santa Barbara, California, 93101, USA
    805-275–4232
  • 12. MoTav

    Bars/Pubs

    Chicago-style MoTav draws crowds with good pub food and live entertainment in a turn-of-the-20th-century setting, complete with antique U.S...

    Chicago-style MoTav draws crowds with good pub food and live entertainment in a turn-of-the-20th-century setting, complete with antique U.S. flags and a wall-mounted moose head.

    725 Higuera St., at Broad St., San Luis Obispo, California, 93401, USA
    805-541–8733
  • 13. Nightcap

    Bars/Pubs

    Indulge in craft and vintage cocktails at the Granada Hotel's artsy cocktail lounge, decked out in pink- and rose-colored velvet, mirrored ceilings...

    Indulge in craft and vintage cocktails at the Granada Hotel's artsy cocktail lounge, decked out in pink- and rose-colored velvet, mirrored ceilings, and marble tables and countertops.

    1130 Morro St., San Luis Obispo, California, 93401, USA
    805-544–9100
  • 14. SLO Brew

    Bars/Pubs

    Handcrafted microbrews and live music most nights make for a winning combination at this downtown watering hole and restaurant in a restored...

    Handcrafted microbrews and live music most nights make for a winning combination at this downtown watering hole and restaurant in a restored historic brick building. In 2017 SLO Brew opened The Rock, a satellite brewing and tasting facility near the airport with a beer garden, restaurant, and regular live music performances.

    736 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, California, 93401, USA
    805-543–1843
  • 15. SOhO

    Live Music

    A lively restaurant, bar, and music venue, SOhO books all kinds of musical acts, from jazz to blues to rock. ...

    A lively restaurant, bar, and music venue, SOhO books all kinds of musical acts, from jazz to blues to rock.

    1221 State St., at W. Victoria St., Santa Barbara, California, 93101, USA
    805-962–7776
  • 16. The Good Lion

    Bars/Pubs

    The cocktail menu at this intimate neighborhood bar near The Granada Theatre changes weekly, depending on the fresh organic bounty available...

    The cocktail menu at this intimate neighborhood bar near The Granada Theatre changes weekly, depending on the fresh organic bounty available at the markets. All juices are organic and squeezed fresh daily, and all syrups are made in house with organic produce and sweeteners.

    1212 State St., Santa Barbara, California, 93101, USA
    805-845–8754
  • 17. The Libertine Brewing Company

    Brewpubs/Beer Gardens

    Come to Libertine to savor 76 craft beers and wines on tap, house-made brews of kombucha and cold brew coffee, and pub food infused with the...

    Come to Libertine to savor 76 craft beers and wines on tap, house-made brews of kombucha and cold brew coffee, and pub food infused with the brewery's own wild ales.

    1234 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, California, 94303, USA
    805-548–2337
  • 18. Blue Agave

    Bars/Pubs
    Closed Permanently

    Leather couches, a crackling fire in chilly weather, and live music and DJs draw a fancy crowd here for Oaxacan food, designer martinis, and...

    Leather couches, a crackling fire in chilly weather, and live music and DJs draw a fancy crowd here for Oaxacan food, designer martinis, and three dozen–plus tequilas.

    20 E. Cota St., near State St., Santa Barbara, California, 93101, USA
    805-899–4694

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