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1. Dargan's Irish Pub & Restaurant
Dargan's is the Irish capital of Santa Barbara. Most of the pub's bartenders and waitstaff hail from Ireland and serve up Steak and Guinness pie,... read more-
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- Nile Expert Tip: Dargan's celebrates Saint Patty's Day on the 17th of every month with discounts on traditional Irish...
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2. James Joyce
The Joyce (as locals refer to it) is a popular watering hole to sip local brews at the bar and groove to tunes by Ulysses S. Jasz, a shout out... read more-
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3. Elsies Tavern
The heart of State Street is packed with college kids and fresh IDs on any given night (especially Thursday through Saturday), but the nightlife... read more-
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4. Granada Theatre
- After completion of the restoration work in March 2008, the Granada Theater was opened to the public. The performing arts center is now a state-of-the-art... read more
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5. Marjorie Luke Theatre (The)
- Located in the Santa Barbara Junior High School campus, this theater is involved in something more than offering space rental. The theater organizes... read more
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6. Brophy Bros. Restaurant & Clam Bar
- Brophy Bros. is known for its delicious seafood preparations. The daily changing "Fresh Fish" menu is available in the restaurant area and a special... read more
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7. Baja Sharkeez
- Sharkeez is the creation of Ron Newman- founder of the red onion chain of casual restaurants that flourished in the 1970's and '80s- and his son... read more
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8. Island Brewing Co
- The Island Brewing Company represents most of what you'd expect from the quintessential Southern California beach town. Located in the charming... read more
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9. Paradise Cafe
- Visit Paradise Cafe for its delicious cuisine and quaint ambiance. Although the place offers a full lunch and dinner menu, it is the burgers that... read more
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10. Velvet Jones
- Craig Jenkins' Velvet Jones promises the best of live entertainment at reasonable prices in the city. Evenings at the nightclub are full of a variety... read more
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The Best of NileGuide
- When night falls in Santa Barbara, folks flock to downtown's State Street, where clubs attract the college crowd, and traditional pubs offer local brew and serious dart matches. Venture off the beaten path to find low lit bars and lounges, where patrons imbibe in Santa Barbara wine and good conversation. With a wealth of community bands and well-known artists passing through town, live music beckons every night of the week.
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