Dining, Drinking &
Socializing
Since 1928
Santa Barbara's Legendary Downtown Restaurant and Bar
Great Meals · Stiff Cocktails · Good Times
The Kitchen
The Best Steak, Seafood, Brunch and More.
Our menu is hand crafted, modern American favorites in generous portions. Diners can find everything from prime steaks and chops, savory lamb shank, market fresh seafood and vegetables, classic sandwiches, pastas, daily soups, burgers, vegetarian entrees, and salads.
On weekends, Joe's Cafe buzzes as people flock to our extensive breakfast menu that offers something for everyone. Remember — pancakes absorb alcohol!
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"The stiffest cocktails — 20+ years running"
The Bar
Stiffest Cocktails.
Greatest Atmosphere.
For decades, Joe's Cafe has been lauded for our award-winning cocktails — sweeping the "stiffest drinks" category year after year. The restaurant boasts a robust wine selection, favorite beers, and top shelf martinis and specialty cocktails.
Our seductive speakeasy atmosphere features comfortable leather booths, red checkered tablecloths, pressed tin paneled ceiling, and a prominent wooden bar flanked by classic photographs.
The Experience
What to Expect
The Atmosphere
Leather booths, red checkered tablecloths, pressed tin ceiling, historic photographs covering every wall. This is old Santa Barbara.
The Food
Hand-crafted American favorites in generous portions. Prime steaks, fresh seafood, classic sandwiches, pastas, and our legendary breakfast.
The Drinks
Award-winning cocktails that have earned "Stiffest Drinks" in Santa Barbara for 20+ years running. Robust wine list and craft beers.
The People
A welcoming staff — some who have worked here for 40 years. Hearty handshakes, warm smiles, and a sea of conversation and laughter.
The Hours
Open every day from breakfast through late night. The kitchen serves morning to close. The bar goes till 1am.
Walk Right In
No reservations needed. No pretense. Just show up, grab a booth or belly up to the bar. This is how it's been since 1928.
"We Aim to Please"
Come In Tonight
536 State Street, Santa Barbara
Walk-ins always welcome