Cold Spring Tavern
Cold Spring Tavern serves Traditional American BBQ Tavern fare at 5995 Stagecoach Rd, with mountain and garden outlooks shaping the setting.
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- Address
- 5995 Stagecoach Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
- Phone
- +18059670066
- Website
- coldspringtavern.com

Tri-Tip Sandwich and Beer Batter Onion Rings
Tri-Tip Sandwich and Beer Batter Onion Rings anchor the order at this Traditional American BBQ Tavern. Local sourcing and casual service frame Cold Spring Tavern as a relaxed choice for barbecue-led lunch, dinner, or brunch.
Mountain, garden, and historic building
Mountain and garden views define the setting, alongside a historic building and live music. Conversational noise and leisurely pacing make the visit better suited to unhurried plans than a tightly timed stop.
Budget Reality Check
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cold Spring Tavern | $$ | , | San Marcos Pass, Traditional American BBQ Tavern | |
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- Rustic
- Historic
- Cozy
- Well Known
- Casual Hangout
- Brunch
- Group Dining
- Historic Building
- Live Music
- Garden
- Local Sourcing
- Mountain
- Garden
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–3 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–4 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–5 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM–4 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Rustic historic atmosphere with roaring fires in log cabins, outdoor gardens, and live music on weekends creating a cozy yet lively Old West charm.


















