Drinks & service are spectacular. Claudia our bartender was super sweet and made great drink recommendations.

10/10 cocktails. Unique menu quite experimental but exceptional, great service, very chic

Great drinks, food and service. So glad I stumbled upon this place. The ceviche tostada was amazing and so were the drinks. The bartender Ian was super nice. Thank you!

Some of the best oysters I’ve had. Drinks are great and it’s a fun small intimate bar

Alan Ritchie

Dusk is an excellent bar located within the Drift Hotel. We were extremely pleased that this was attached to our hotel, and we visited it multiple times during our stay. They have multiple happy hours and special nights during the week that allow you to get high-quality cocktails at a reasonable price. One of my favorites was the Oaxan old fashioned. We also got the whipped ricotta dish, which was incredible—a perfect bar snack. The bartenders were kind, particularly Will, and spent time telling us about the best spots in Santa Barbara. Overall, I highly recommend this bar and would come here even if we weren’t staying at the attached hotel.

Hannah Marshall

Dusk Bar at the Drift Hotel is hands-down one of the best spots in Santa Barbara to grab a drink and soak in the atmosphere. The space itself is beautiful—open, modern, and airy during the day, then intimate and moody at night. It manages to feel both elevated and approachable, making it perfect whether you’re stopping in for a quick happy hour or settling in for the evening. We tried - The Picante Amante, Dapper Dave, La Adelita, and Smoke 'Em If You Got 'Em were all phenomenal—balanced, bold, and beautifully crafted. Goose and Shiloh, behind the bar, were absolute masters. Their artistry transformed each cocktail into a sensory experience. Their craftsmanship made every sip feel intentional and the evening memorable. Goose and Shiloh are not only skilled mixologists but also genuinely personable and welcoming. They take the time to connect with guests and make you feel like a regular even on your first visit. We will be back soon!

Leila Cooper

What an amazing little gem. It’s a lobby bar of a hotel but doesn’t feel like it. Bartender is amazingly knowledgeable and super friendly, chef is superb! Happy hour oysters are out of this world, margaritas are delish. I will come back every time in SB.

Sheldon R

Chill vibey bar with good drinks. We came here on a Friday around 6pm and the wait time was only 5 mins or so after ordering. We ordered two mocktail drinks Lyer’ita and No Nada. The Lyer’ita was very tart and tasted like juice. The No Nada tasted like alcohol. My girlfriend was taking a break from alcohol and these were great alternatives. Great service and smaller relaxed bar for great conversations in the heart of downtown SB. Lyer’ita: 4/5 No Nada: 4/5

Milan Francisco

Dusk is by favorite bar in Santa Barbara! The Mexican inspired cocktails and bar bites are incredible. The staff are extremely warm and the open concept and ambiance of the space make it so inviting for people walking on State street to pop in. John and Claudia are so kind and have made every experience at Dusk so special. My personal favorite cocktail to order is Fine Fine Fine - super refreshing and a little tart. But their Paloma is a close second! Don’t forget to check out their food to pair with your drinks… Their Laguna Bay oysters are so fresh and Tuna tostada is one of the best I’ve ever had. (I’m still dreaming about it!) I will keep coming back here. Love, love, love!

Seven Summers

Awesome bar where they mix up some awesome drinks! Live music on Tues and it was really good! Loved the drinks, atmosphere was really sweet, and the service was great! Go here to get some expertly mixed Mezcal drinks and enjoy the downtown Santa Barbara vibes!

S

What a cozy little spot! There are only a few nice cocktail bars in town, and this is now on my radar as one of them. John and Ian are so friendly and professional, the drinks are *art* (the peppermint espresso martini is nothing short of decadent), and the happy hour BOGO oysters are a great value. This is a great spot for a date or small intimate gathering. I will be back whenever I’m in town :)

Robin McConnell

First time here and spent a lovely rainy evening here with John and Ian who were tending the bar. First and foremost, the drinks are creative and SO well made; even a classic like the paloma was such a joy to drink. We also got a few round of their oysters which were pretty much perfect. The the ambiance and atmosphere fit the vibe 100% Check this place out, super good for a chill evening out. 🙂

Todd Mitchell

Damn!!! What a cocktail bar! ESPECIALLY if you love mezcal. But, as it always is, it's even more about the people. And in this case, it's all about Junior who was our bartender. Not to say we also didn't have a lovely conversation with Michael when Junior went on break! All in all, what a GREAT cocktail bar! (We didn't try the food this time)

John Valdez

Great atmosphere and positive vibes! Drinks are not only picture perfect but delicious thanks to our bartender Claudia.

Jordan Valdez

Drinks & service are spectacular. Claudia our bartender was super sweet and made great drink recommendations.

MK

10/10 cocktails. Unique menu quite experimental but exceptional, great service, very chic

Arminda Diaz

Great drinks, food and service. So glad I stumbled upon this place. The ceviche tostada was amazing and so were the drinks. The bartender Ian was super nice. Thank you!

Alan Pottkotter

Some of the best oysters I’ve had. Drinks are great and it’s a fun small intimate bar

Dawn and Dusk Coffee Shop/Bar is such a cute, modern spot! The drinks are amazing, and their guac and chips are a must-try. The chips are lightly salted and not overly fried. Great place for a chill vibe with tasty snacks and drinks!

Dusk is by far my go to bar in Santa Barbara. The cocktails are fantastic and the bartenders are warm and knowledgeable- Ian is incredible at his job and never fails to impress. If you're hungry, check out the food- especially the blue fin tostada. The live music and relaxed concept of the bar make it a low pressure environment to enjoy a quick drink or spend a few hours there and I can't recommend it enough. Give this bar a try as you won't regret it.

Came here for drinks and got cocktails and the whipped ricotta and it was delish! Michelle the bartender was awesome and made great drinks and menu suggestions for us. 10/10

Low Hanging Fruit is an all time cocktail. Waiter was great. It’s a cocktail bar that delivers

Colin Keeler

Low Hanging Fruit is an all time cocktail. Waiter was great. It’s a cocktail bar that delivers

Monika Olesen

Came here for drinks and got cocktails and the whipped ricotta and it was delish! Michelle the bartender was awesome and made great drinks and menu suggestions for us. 10/10

Ed

Dawn and Dusk Coffee Shop/Bar is such a cute, modern spot! The drinks are amazing, and their guac and chips are a must-try. The chips are lightly salted and not overly fried. Great place for a chill vibe with tasty snacks and drinks!

Al Casa

Dusk is by far my go to bar in Santa Barbara. The cocktails are fantastic and the bartenders are warm and knowledgeable- Ian is incredible at his job and never fails to impress. If you're hungry, check out the food- especially the blue fin tostada. The live music and relaxed concept of the bar make it a low pressure environment to enjoy a quick drink or spend a few hours there and I can't recommend it enough. Give this bar a try as you won't regret it.

The margaritas were amazing. The atmosphere was really nice. The bartender and the waiters knew their stuff. I would recommend that you order the chips and guac with your drinks, because that guac and those chips were on of THE BEST I've ever eaten. The only downside was that they didn't have any draft beer.

Harun Ceylan

The margaritas were amazing. The atmosphere was really nice. The bartender and the waiters knew their stuff. I would recommend that you order the chips and guac with your drinks, because that guac and those chips were on of THE BEST I've ever eaten. The only downside was that they didn't have any draft beer.

Pretty average for bars on State St. Cocktails sound fancy but partner and I found them extremely unbalanced and one dimensional for so many glowing reviews. Place is small and gets packed but is bar service only, which can be a challenge. Tuesday live music is a nice touch.

Brian Junger

Pretty average for bars on State St. Cocktails sound fancy but partner and I found them extremely unbalanced and one dimensional for so many glowing reviews. Place is small and gets packed but is bar service only, which can be a challenge. Tuesday live music is a nice touch.