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What User likes about The Good Lion:
The Good Lion is the cocktail bar in Santa Barbara. While the parent hospitality company had a few bars in the area, this by far the one to set the standard. They have an extensive classic cocktail menu, which you should not skip over. For my tastes I find this place best at happy hour, when there is a small crowd, but the bar is not overwhelmed. The bartenders are super knowledgeable, so if you don't know what to or... View all feedback. What User doesn't like about The Good Lion:
Was visiting SB and this place showed up everywhere so good job at marketing. Ordered two drinks and cocktails are very bland, citrus and watered alcohol. Bartender was unfriendly probably wanted to chat only with locals. Only good part was music. There are better options in SB. View all feedback.
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While the establishment is top notch, I hate it when people steal their identity, especially without acknowledging the great icon from who they took it. If you...
read moreWe asked, we got told! $27 for 2 beers. Nope, no and never again. Price per person: $20–30 Food: 3 Service: 2 Atmosphere: 2
Never had any food year so I can't attest for that. But the drinks are a different story. This is probably the premier hand-crafted specialty cocktail place in...
read moreTasty libations, great vibe. Price per person: $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
Absolutely best bar in SB. You will find something you like, bar tenders are very talented.
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read moreOne of the best cocktail bars I've ever experienced. From the moment you walk in the doors, you realize that there is something special to this place. A team of...
read moreSo Far, So Good! At the Soft opening of The Good Lion and loving it! Great new take on the old Marquee space. It's much more open and who can do wrong with a ba...
read moreMy husband loved the old fashioned and my virgin mojito (for the pregnant lady) was delicious!
Great drinks, appetizers and awesome music! Fun place!
Super friendly and very knowledgeable staff. Reminded me of Stagger Lee Cocktail Bar in Berlin. An absolute gem.
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read moreAn unexpected but delightful find! Definitely will return the next time I'm in town : Stopped by late on July 4th after unexpectedly stopping in SB for the nigh...
read moreHands down best cocktails in Santa Barbara, dare I say America, although I have yet to drink all the cocktails in America. This place serves magic in a cup with...
read moreGreat seasonal craft cocktails! The bartenders are very knowledable and very friendly here. They have a huge classic cocktail menu and have a rotating seasonal...
read moreThe bar was cool with great drinks, but watch out the one bartender with the tats and curling blonde. He is not nice, and judgmental. Would never give him a big...
read moreWas visiting SB and this place showed up everywhere so good job at marketing. Ordered two drinks and cocktails are very bland, citrus and watered alcohol. Barte...
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