The Press Room ★ 3.2
Long-running English-style pub on Ortega Street open until 02:00. The go-to for Premier League football in Santa Barbara. Dog-friendly, no-frills.
Try: Bar snacks
The James Joyce is a cocktail bar late-night spot in Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara.
Santa Barbara's original Irish pub since 1996 with live music six nights a week. 30,000-song jukebox, pool, darts, sidewalk patio. Pints until 02:00.
Editorially verified June 26, 2026 by Lewis Vaughan, TableJourney editor. Source.
Address: 513 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Long-running English-style pub on Ortega Street open until 02:00. The go-to for Premier League football in Santa Barbara. Dog-friendly, no-frills.
Try: Bar snacks
Late-night Mexican restaurant and tequila bar on lower State Street. Elevated tacos, seafood enchiladas. Reopened June 2026 after full renovation.
Try: Tacos, seafood enchiladas, handcrafted margaritas
Second-floor live music venue and restaurant on State Street. Nightly blues, funk, rock, reggae sets. California fare, wines. Doors until 02:00.
Try: California fare, gourmet pizza, fresh seafood
Long-running English-style pub on Ortega Street open until 02:00. The go-to for Premier League football in Santa Barbara. Dog-friendly, no-frills.
Try: Bar snacks
Late-night Mexican restaurant and tequila bar on lower State Street. Elevated tacos, seafood enchiladas. Reopened June 2026 after full renovation.
Try: Tacos, seafood enchiladas, handcrafted margaritas
Second-floor live music venue and restaurant on State Street. Nightly blues, funk, rock, reggae sets. California fare, wines. Doors until 02:00.
Try: California fare, gourmet pizza, fresh seafood