“This is a neighborhood dive bar. Okay that's what it is, the drinks are very stiff and cheap. The seats are worn, and the clientele local and regular. If you come here often, they treat you well, which is what you want in a neighborhood dive bar. All of these 1-star reviews b*****g about the aforementioned aspects of this place seem to be from very basic batches complaining, literally, about us, the clientele as being somehow "weird" and the bartenders as being somehow inattentive. I'm guessing these are not people who frequent dive bars, but that's the vibe. Sorry. If you don't like it, go to a craft brewery. No basic batches allowed here.“
“#1 Santa Barbara Music Scene Vibe. I love walking into Whiskey Richards. I'm instantly back home in a New York City Bar Vibe. The live music bands are always fantastic. I recently went to an open mic night. ???????? I got my money on the next great Santa Barbara musical artist being discovered here.“
“Friendly little dive bar. Right across the street from handlebar on de la vine. Hence the name! The bartenders are very nice and it only takes a few visits to be seen as a regular. Most of the people there are pretty funny. Pricing is solid and it’s a pretty comfortable place. I’m a big fan of the music and plenty booze free beverages if you’re the DD. This is an unexpected nice gem.“
“One of the few no frills, divey (in a good way), locals hang outs. I've always had good service. Found the regulars here to be friendly and inviting to a new face. Karaoke Saturday draws a crowd and is always a great time. Limited wine selection, but when in dive bars you should be drinking well mixed drinks or beer anyway, right?“
“This is a pretty decent dive bar located on the 1200 block of state. The drinks are good and the bartenders are friendly. Its a nice place to hang out. They also have a pool table which is great. Last time I was here was had drinks and then got take out from the BBQ place next door while we were waiting for a sunken gardens movie to start, I think that place went out of business though.Parking: Plenty of parking. If you can't find street parking, find a paid lot.“
“My favorite little dive in Goleta/SB. Super affordable, great drinks, good place to watch the game, especially Sunday football because there's a ton of TVs. Andrew is the best, most attentive bartender ever! You can order food from next door, and they'll bring it over to you. Always stop by here when I'm passing through “