The best place to hang out is where you feel at home!
In Mel’s, we want you to feel at home and have the most fun you’ve had in years!
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We Have The Best Drinks in Town
Our bar is stocked with an array of exceptional spirits, and our skilled mixologists are always ready to impress. From classics like the Old Fashioned and Mojito to Mel’s unique concoctions, we offer a cocktail experience like no other.
Adam
The food, the drinks, the atmosphere – everything is top-notch at Mel’s, so fun and entertaining! Mel’s is definitely a gem in Santa Barbara.
5/5
Leslie
I can’t say enough good things about Mel’s. The food is absolutely delicious and their drink selection is impressive. But what really shines here is the fast service.
5/5
Jeremie
Mel’s Bar is my favorite spot in Santa Barbara! Their food is always spot on and the cocktail menu is to die for. I’ve also been to their open mic night a few times and it’s always a blast
5/5
What do we offer? The best time!
Unbeatable Cuisine
Dishes and snacks prepared with fresh ingredients, brimming with flavors that invite a return visit.
Finest Drinks
Exceptional spirits, classic and unique cocktails handcrafted by our skilled mixologists.
Cocktails
Bloody Mary
A savory cocktail blending vodka, tomato juice, and a mix of spices and flavorings
Michelada
A refreshing beer-based cocktail mixed with lime juice, assorted sauces, and spices
Adios Mother Fucker
A potent, blue-hued drink with vodka, rum, tequila, gin, blue curaçao, and a splash of sour mix, garnished with cherries
White Russian
A creamy combination of vodka, coffee liqueur, and heavy cream
Old Fashioned
A traditional whiskey cocktail stirred with sugar, bitters, and a twist of citrus rind
Mai Tai
A tropical rum cocktail with a blend of light and dark rums, lime juice, orange curaçao, and orgeat syrup
Sex on the Beach
A fruity mix of vodka, peach schnapps, orange juice, and cranberry juice
Mimosa
A classic brunch cocktail made with equal parts of champagne and chilled citrus juice, usually orange
Cosmopolitan
A chic, tart cocktail made with vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice, and freshly squeezed or sweetened lime juice
Midori Sour
A sweet and sour drink combining Midori melon liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
Paloma
A popular Mexican cocktail with tequila, lime juice, and grapefruit-flavored soda
Strawberry Margarita
A tangy and sweet mix of tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and fresh strawberries