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Drift Santa Barbara

Drift Santa Barbara

Lower State, Santa Barbara

Opened 2023   $$$

“Baja-chic promenade retreat”

Design Social
Lively

MICHELIN Guide · Condé Nast Traveler

Drift Santa Barbara — vibe

Vibe

Surfers and locals linger over pour-overs at the promenade coffee bar, which shifts into a mezcal lounge by sunset.

“Baja-chic promenade retreat”

Design

Minimalist Baja-meets-California aesthetic with custom concrete, warm oak, and brass details.

Social

A promenade coffee bar transitioning into an evening mezcal lounge for locals.

Local

California-Baja F&B concept featuring local coffee roasters and Central Coast wines.

Lively

Located directly on the car-free State Street promenade hub.

Drift Santa Barbara — rooms

Rooms

Custom concrete, warm oak, and brass details define minimalist spaces with a clean Baja-meets-California aesthetic.

Drift Santa Barbara — eat & drink

Eat & drink

Local espresso fuels the morning, while small-batch mezcals and Central Coast wines anchor the evening menu.

The neighborhood

Located on the car-free State Street promenade, the property sits minutes from local tasting rooms and the waterfront.

“The building that contains Drift Santa Barbara is a beautifully renovated example of Twenties Spanish architecture, in keeping with the picturesque local style.” 
MICHELIN Guide · Selected
“For a fun party weekend in Santa Barbara with an eclectic group of friends, this is the spot to be.” 
Condé Nast Traveler · Review

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