The Creekside Restaurant & Bar

The Creekside sits in a standalone building on Hollister Avenue near the top of State Street, between Santa Barbara and Goleta. After nearly three decades as a local favorite, it reopened under new owners with a refreshed wood-heavy interior and one of the biggest outdoor spaces in the area: two patio levels, fire pits, horseshoe pits, and games for kids. The vibe is country casual, with barbecue, cocktails, and a friendly crowd of regulars and families. The calendar mixes live music, dance classes, and game nights. It suits roots, country, and cover bands who can keep a patio full of people dancing.