Daily Grind

We really enjoyed the coffee shop. Indoor and outdoor seating. Great location. Service was great. One of the best breakfast burritos in area. Delicious. Recommended. Will definitely visit again. Large coffee shop.

Spent 3 days in SB and tried a different coffee shop each day. This is our favorite! Greta coffee selections and wonderful muffins. Calm and pleasant vibe and good outdoor seating. Parking lot makes it easy to visit.

I love this spot. The breakfast burrito is one of the best in the universe. Their iced large Americano will put hair on your chest and give you the energy you need to get thru your whole day. The service is excellent: super friendly, and quick! I wish this place was all over the world

Stopped by on our way through Santa Barbara, around 10 am on a Wednesday. They were out of many menu items. Lovely location with indoor seating and outdoor seating on a shady corner. Really unfriendly service from 2 employees who seemed unhappy or bored to be there, and when they call out orders good for you if you hear them, they don't care. Good coffee and the few bagels they had left were very good, particularly enjoyed the garlic cream cheese spread. Appreciated the onsite parking. Bathrooms are around the side of the building.

Food was yummy. Like was long but it went by quickly. Parking was available on site. I got the eggs with chorizo and potatoes burrito. It was yummy. The added salsa made it even better. Also had the Mexican Mocha and I really enjoyed it.

They're making the burritos smaller and smaller these days. This used to be the best spot to get a monster burrito that would hold me over until dinner sometimes, but of course like every place else they're making them smaller to increase profit. Bummer. Not going here anymore.

DO NOT GET THE RED VELVET CUPCAKE. I’ve loved this place since I moved to SB ten years ago. The food is always solid breakfast, lunch, smoothies, and pastries (especially the sticky bun). So imagine my surprise when I decided to try the red velvet cupcake assuming since everything else is great… I’m still giving 5 stars because this is the first bad thing I’ve gotten here in 10 years. Go for literally anything on the menu EXCEPT the red velvet cupcake.

A delicious breakfast for a great price. Not the fanciest place but the patio was lovely. Tons of seating and has their own parking lot.

My favorite coffee shop in town! Best latte's hand down!! And breakfast burritos are delicious!!!

We walked over to The Daily Grind on a Friday morning before venturing down to State Street. We were greeted by friendly staff while pondering over the menu. My sister went for a breakfast burrito and I decided on a make it my way bagel consisting of a jalapeño cheese bagel with cheddar and sausage. The flavors were amazing. I topped it off with a latte that made me grin from ear to ear. Delicious!! We sat outside amongst many locals enjoying the sun and cozy atmosphere. There were dogs to pet and smiles exchanged. I will find my way back one day.

Nice vibe. But please add plant based options especially a yummy date chocolate bar or similar. Offer and encourage all plant based options and please reduce that up charge on non dairy milks

Some of the best breakfast burritos if you're on the go or dining in. The breakfast potatoes in the burritos are my favorite, perfectly seasoned and tender. I get the bacon breakfast burrito and it's always filled with a heavy portion of bacon, egg, cheese and potatoes.

Classic breakfast cafe. Artsy, cool ambience, great breakfast burritos, pastries and coffees/espresso/macchiato/teas. It's a must stop place for me when I'm in town. It feels like a Santa Barbara institution. Stop by for a bite

I love going to the daily grind in SB it my favorite spot really good coffee and loxs (smoked salmon) smear (cream cheese) bagel it amazing I always gotta stop there and they have other good foods and drinks

Amazing! Definitely worth the line that was out the door and all the full tables. Service was quick, staff were efficient, and it was a lively place to spend a Saturday morning. I will definitely be back!

My friend and I were looking for a spot in the area for a quick lunch. So happy to have found this spot ! It has a range of smoothies, salads, and sandwiches at a very reasonable price. I got the local fav sandwich and an iced tea. The seating is very casual. I can tell that it is a local hidden spot as it was busy. Great service! Also there's an amazing froyo spot just across from it . Good for a quick lunch or something to drink

Men working behind the counter were rude, unhelpful and down right disrespectful. Spend your money somewhere else.

We spent the weekend in Santa Barbara for my son's bday (he lives in SB). Daughter spent the weekend at her brother's place and we got a hotel. Early morning walk with the doggos and we found ourselves here. Was walking by and still hadn't had coffee.. Husband wanted food also. daddy and the dogs found a table outside. Patio is pup friendly...they ask no dogs inside though so make sure you have someone to sits with the pups while you order. i ordered a cappaccino with nonfat milk. Also ordered a black coffee...and there were many flavors of coffee to choose from. I picked the Mexican blend. Burrito also had meat options...i went with Chorizo, which came with one thing of salsa. Coffee's were good. Burrito was enough for us to share (at least i had enough...i'm sure hubby would have liked to have his own). the salsa was really good! My daughter came in a bit later after we had left and she got a bagel breakfast sandwich and she said it was AMAZING! She also ordered the Matcha and loved it. She is quite the picky girl and said she rarely finds a good Matcha and she loved this one. She also kept saying how much she liked the bagel sandwich. She did mention that she felt as if the staff wasn't the kindest to her. I felt as if they were distant and aloof ...ya it guess that could be seen as a bit rude. This is a few blocks from my kid's house so i imagine we will be back.

Went around 9:30 on a Friday morning and it was very busy. Lines went fast so only waited around 5 minutes. I got a large vanilla matcha and an Olallieberry and cream cheese muffin however mine didn't have cream cheese in it. Still was delicious. The matcha is pretty good I wish they had a strawberry option as that is my favorite. Overall very good and would recommend!

Got an iced white mocha. Pretty good size for the price and service is quite fast. They also have a lot of baked goods at the counter.

I found this on my burrito this morning please check your food before eat And please owner talk to your chef.!! Today is 1/13/25

I struggle to write this review. I have been going to Daily Grind since 1998. Nice vibe, good food. The service is what it is but I never minded. While the place didn't improve much over the years, prices have been increasing to a point that now are out of control. One lox bagel with a coffee and a juice (plus 15% tip) takes around $35. Personally I find it way too pricey for the type of place. I will not come here any longer.

Most coffee shops are open before 7:30 AM. Quite a few are up and running by 6:30 AM. But 5:30 AM? Well your caffeine choices are mostly limited to Starbucks, Denny's and doughnut shops that sell coffee unfortunately. Thankfully The Daily Grind is also an option! You can find them on the corner of De La Vina and Mission. Their second location is along the same street a mile away, be sure to set your GPS correctly. There's a decent amount of spots available in the parking lot. Plenty of seating inside and out as well. The decor is interesting, with several vintage license plates and bicycles along the walls and ceilings. They serve espressos, iced blended coffees, non-fat smoothies, juices, and a few non-caffeinated beverages. Coffee refills are $1.45, same day only. Beans are also available for purchase. Breakfast starts at 6:30 AM. The food menu consists of burritos, bagels, sandwiches, salads, and avocado toast. The lox bagel is highly customizable; they have over a dozen bagels to choose from. For a coffee shop to offer that much variety, that's pretty impressive to me. I don't even think Panera carries that many options. You can also get ciabatta, croissant, sourdough, and wheat bread instead of a bagel. Cream cheese, tomato slices, onion, avocado and capers are included. Ingredients can be removed or moved to the side if you prefer. Some ingredients could be more fresh, the slices of avocado had some browning already. Overall everything went well together. The everything bagel was flavorful, and the salmon was delicately salty and buttery. My vanilla latte was smooth and creamy. Good place to go for early-risers!

I love this coffee shop! I moved a year ago and daily grind was the first place I visited. The people are amazing! Kind, efficient, welcoming, Fast-relaxed atmosphere and outdoor seating. i think they have THE BEST coffee! I love the smoothies and the sandwiches. I can't recommend this place highly enough!!!

This place is cute!! Bright ambient lighting, plenty of tables to sit at (both indoor and outdoor), and lots of good food options. Tuna Melt Sandwich: great. Wish there was more cheese melted on it to balance out the sandwich BUT even lacking this it was super yummy and fulfilling. Matcha latte: pass. Not super flavorful, not very sweet, and overall just not my favorite. Chorizo Breakfast Burrito (with added avocado): tasty. It definitely satisfied my hankering for a breakfast burrito this morning, but I do wish the chorizo flavor was a bit stronger. It would've packed more of a punch when devouring it; as it was, I had to put some ketchup on top to add some tang. But otherwise it was good! Chai Latte: yum. I would get it again! Good flavor, light, softly sweet.

I met friends there at lunch time today. I don't do coffee, but I was promised there would be something for me to eat. I ordered the soup of the day (minestrone). It took rather a long time before I was called. I got to the counter and saw a brown bag and what looked like a cup of coffee. I asked where is my soup. The coffee cup. How am I supposed to eat it? The guy slaps a spoon on the counter. I sat with my friends and tried to eat the soup. The soup was OK, but digging it out of a coffee cup was rather unpleasant and I had to leave about a third of it in the cup. Not a nice experience.

Awful customer service. Rude and unprofessional Never coming back. They gave me the wrong order and when I asked them to correct it they took very long time to get it ready. I was so frustrated and asked for my money back since I needed to leave and they were just mean and did not acknowledging my request. I left without my food and as I was walking out I noticed that the people at the counter were laughing at me. Believe me I don't like to rant but when a business treat their customers so poorly there is not choice but to say something.

The Daily Grind is consistently one of my favorite places to grab a coffee drink. I enjoy my coffee/espresso being on the stronger side--and they always deliver on that! My go-to is an Iced Oat Milk Latte. They have all the extras (simple syrup, honey, straws, etc) available on the way out. I will say that they used to make a brown sugar simple syrup that was spectacular but is no longer available. Also worth mentioning is their breakfast burritos are within the top 3 best in Santa Barbara proper. It's enough to feed two and is made fresh to order and comes out piping hot. Whether you're a local or visitor, taking a burrito to enjoy in the Mission rose gardens doesn't get any more quintessential Santa Barbara. Otherwise their large muffins are absolutely delicious. My favorite is the Zucchini Carrot Muffin since it makes me feel a tad healthier while getting my carbs in. Few people know that this location was originally a Shell Gas Station, hence the automotive decor inside. Staff is overall friendly but they do get swamped with customers so interactions are brief. If it's super busy, head about a mile down De La Vina (but take Chapala since De La Vina is one way and runs the opposite way) to their secondary location. Until next time, Daily Grind!

Great food, vibe and service. I wish they had more seating. It's a wonderful place to visit with friends/family or on a solo outing.

Horrible costumer service, went in on a Saturday afternoon . Asked for an items two times and the employee became very rude. Great food, worst coffee and in the end hopefully they get some serious coaching on how to help another.

There is nothing better than a daily grind coffee and a raspberry muffin. This is a must stop in Santa Barbara and a local landmark. Anybody who's ever walked in knows the love daily grind has for its customers. As someone who grew up in Santa Barbara and spent many mornings there I can say that the vibes are incredible, the service is outstanding and more than anything, the food and coffee are the best in town. I could sit in there all day and read the license plates they've collected, and I have! Such a great place to get some work done, whether it's a busy Saturday or a laid back Tuesday!

Ordered an ice mocha. Fast service and nice little atmosphere. Big fan of the two old guys playing chess in the front patio. Just hits the chill vibe.

Every time we are in Santa Barbara we come here for breakfast. We always order the same thing but different variations. Breakfast burritos are good, large and very filling. My favorite is the toasted ham and cheese croissant. Fast service, friendly even though they are always slammed. There is now inside seating making the ambiance cafe like. We also order the muffins and carrot juice which are fresh and delicious.

I used to enjoy coming here but now I'm incredibly dissatisfied with how unprofessional, disrespectful and unsanitary this restaurant is. I came in with my wife to order burritos and coffee but couldn't explain my disgust with the terrible attitude and disparaging comments made behind the counter by the guy making the coffee. The man making coffee rolled his eyes at my wife for ordering a matcha with oat milk (like she'd done something wrong) and then INCORRECTLY makes her drink with whole milk and we had to wait for him to angrily make a new one with the correct milk we initially requested. I don't think staff should be talking negatively about customers loud enough for them to hear/rolling their eyes. I don't know why he gave us the attitude anyway when all we did was ask him to do his job. Unfortunately, I won't be attending this restaurant anymore due to increased risk of health concerns as I've recently observed staff touching food without gloves or wax paper, especially the bagels. The floor is disgusting. I do wish someone would be able to take a moment to clean the tables so we could even have a place to sit down. I don't know who trains/manages the staff, if anyone, but I do not recommended this place to anyone else. The blond man making coffee made my wife very uncomfortable therefore I don't really consider this a family place. However the burritos were actually very good.

I really like the vanilla latte. I ordered a sandwich with chipotle chicken that tasted fresh and was satisfying as a quick pick up for lunch

Stopped by early am for a quick bite. Tried their BLT and their sausage breakfast burrito. All tasty, surprisingly their burrito was really good. Salsa needs some help, I'd go for the Tapatío instead. They also served corn chips with the BLT which I thought was an odd combination. Also ordered a Java smoothie which was tasty. The ambiance is nice, however the man at the register wasn't very friendly and didn't make me feel welcomed.

I brought my friends from out of town and the young lady that took our order wasn't very friendly. She yelled my friend's name several times when his order was ready, though none of us heard. Then, she seemed annoyed that he hadn't heard it the first time, and she told him she'd called it out 20 minutes ago.. it'd been like 5 minutes. Then, he went to request cream cheese for his bagel and she seemed even more annoyed with him for bothering her. I've never had a problem with any staff and I've been coming for years. Not sure why this particular girl was so passive aggressive towards him. It was busy but not exorbitantly. All my friends loved their food... despite the lack of superb customer service that I am so accustomed to. They loved the breakfast burrito especially the one with feta cheese. The avocado toast was also a crowd favorite. Hoping the next time I come and bring tourists, the service will return to being fabulous as is the food.

Amazing coffee, really good food, and treats. Love the ambiance in here and everything is very well priced. Great service.

We got breakfast burritos and coffees before going hiking. Quick friendly service! We got a chorizo burrito and a bacon burrito, both were good burritos for a good price (I think $12 each) and came with a salsa. We got the Mexican coffee and a cappuccino which were also good! Plenty of tables and nice outdoor seating.

This is such a Santa Barbara staple, and I've been so many times, but realized I had never left a review! Controversial statement, but, THEY HAVE THE BEST ARNOLD PALMERS IN TOWN. Pair that with one of their DELICIOUS pastries or lunch options and you are SET. Never had a bad muffin, croissant, or scone from here (the scones are huge!). Their breakfast burritos are delicious and come with great (and spicy) salsa. The bagel sandwiches are substantial. Their salads and sandwiches are just honest and hearty meals. And all coffee drinks are also excellent. You really can't go wrong. They have a great patio with lots of shade and room for doggies. They have two restrooms. And ample parking in front and around back. They're friendly, quick, and a solid and reliable Santa Barbara spot.

OPEN EARLY! LOVE THAT! I was in the area for the outrigger canoe race and wanted a hot tea before our race. The 5:30 a.m. open time was appreciated so much. They have a fantastic looking selection of muffins and pastries. I didn't have one, as I'd already eaten breakfast, but I was highly tempted by a citrus cranberry looking thing. The staff working was also very friendly. So why four stars instead of five? The menu said loose leaf tea. The tea we were served was bagged tea (and not loose leaf put in a bag -- it was packaged, bag tea.) I'm extremely particular about my tea... so I wish they'd said something? I guess I'm a little confused since I saw plenty of loose leaf on the shelf? (I didn't say anything at the time since I didn't realize it until I was already outside.) Also - bottled water is expensive. $3.95. 2022: 40/100

For the 2nd time this happened to me at the Dalí Grind. I walked in and ask for the chicken chipotle sandwich at 2:35 pm. The cashier leaves me standing in register walks to the kitchen and then comes back to tell me there's no more chicken. The fist time this happened I talk to Scott. Scott said there should be chicken until 3:00pm and it only takes 5 to 6 minutest to cook. It's unbelievable the lack of respect they have for the local customer.

Went there to order ice tea to go. After waiting for 20 mins no tea and i am now late for work. Not happy, very bad bad service . They just lost a customer forever .

The daily grind is a SB institution that has a great vibe & large study space. Their coffee is okay, nothing to really go out of your way for, but they have really great breakfast burritos! Their bagel sandwiches are also a good breakfast option if you're in a pinch!

Kept hearing how fabulous this place is, with a particular Lox Bagel Sandwich as a "must have." Well I got it, along my usual Vanilla Latte, and it's all pretty darn good. A dazzling selection of pastries, bagels, and muffins. Definitely need to come back to try them all (the Zucchini-Carrot muffin was calling my name). And smoothies, a wonderful selection of creamy smoothies. Opening at 6 am every day this is going to be a new part of my morning routine. Spacious outdoor patio space, and full of happy post-mask-mandate Santa Barbarans. Sunny indoor space as well where we sat and enjoyed the classic 70's tunes. The start of our morning here was with Amii Stewart's "Knock on Wood." Really convenient with their very own parking lot . . . that and counter-guy Ricky made this a delicious visit.

Person working the counter at 5:30am clearly does not want to be at this job and it show. Rude and impatient when I was the only one at the counter at the moment. Never had a negative experience before. She needs to find another job or work in the back

2+ years as local, worked here on and off for over 10 years - still feels more local, and more like home, than any other coffee shop in Santa Barbara. No pretense, just good coffee, great food and one of my favorite Santa Barbara mornings when I get spend some time there. Love my Grind fam

Ricky and Scott are the absolute best they made sure I was taken care of and I will definitely be coming back when they're around!

Great breakfast bacon burrito! Probably in my top 5 breakfast burritos ever! My Americano was good and the fresh juice was good. Good counter service! Cool old Taco Bell looking building.

Service was fast, coffee and pastries were delicious. There is plenty of seating (outside as well, I brought my dog) and parking, and a lot of variety. Nice that they open so early too.

Best breakfast burrito!!!! Very nice and friendly ambience also! Their coffee is good as well! Oh and the blueberry streusel is a winner!! Love this breakfast place!

Wowwww this place is so frekin good!!!! I was brought a box of pastries because my friend swears this place is the best and it certainly was. It has been a few hours and the box has traveled pretty far to me and everything in the box was so so good. The mini chocolate chip muffin was my favorite it was absolutely delicious. The mini lemon poppyseed was very very good too. There was also a bagel with house made cream cheese and that was very good. Everything in the box was so good.

review of AM burrito and coffee experience in late June, 2022. Local coffeeshop opens early; kitchen fires up later but friendly staff and relaxing patio made the wait time pass easily. I really love the loyal patrons who stopped in for their caffeine fix on their way to work while I enjoyed my vacation. Custom breakfast burritos recommended.

The customer service is TERRIBLE. It's a shame being that locals want to support locals. And it hasn't been just a once or twice occurrence; I gave it a few months to improve and customer service is a -10.

WARNING the chorizo breakfast burrito is the best and nothing compares. I love chorizo burritos and now when I order it from other places it just doesn't hit the same. 100/10 The great customer service is also a plus

We were visiting SB and needed some caffeine for our early mornings. Ended up snagging a breakfast burrito as well! Everything tasted great and was made fresh! Would definitely go back!

OMG their zucchini and carrot muffin. YOU. MUST. TRY. IT. If I could describe it, tt's like the love child of a vanilla cake and carrot cake with some zucchinis thrown in there for good measure. Moist, delicious, and not too sweet. It's perfection. But like all things that are delicious, they run out of it super fast. It's apparently one of their most popular baked goods. I've been there at 10 am on a Monday before and they were sold out! As for their other baked goods, the mocha scone was alright. It was slightly wet for a scone and was way too sweet with its overdose of chocolate syrup and chips. The blueberry muffin tasted...very healthy. Not much to write home about. They've also got a large selection of coffee with refills costing $1. Their service is also fast and super nice. I love coming here to grab a bagel or a muffin and a cup of coffee to sit near one of their large windows and people watch. Makes for a very relaxing weekend morning.