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Brewery and restaurant offering vegan food menu. Est. 2019. Walk through Shaker Mill and Cubaneo to get to get to it. Order at the bar, pickup food in the far back. Example of menu items include beyond burger, reuben sandwich, pastrami sandwich, tacos, potato salad, and vegan cheesecake. Confirmed closed April 2022.
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418 State St, Santa Barbara, California, USA, 93101
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Last update on 10 Apr 2022 by vegan_mouse
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Added by sunnymae on 17 Jun 2019
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31 Reviews
First Review by sunnymae
CharlesDugan
Points +83
Another One Bites the Dust! - Edit
I had been planning on writing a review of this restaurant for several years. Their menu was reduced during the lockdown, so I delayed writing a review until it recovered. I liked the new menu (except for their switch to Impossible products for most of their sandwiches) - and intended to write a review about their updated menu (the Mushroom Dip sandwich was great).
Read moreI was also going to point out that with the demise of VeganGreenGo (which was the vegan restaurant with the best quantity for your dollar in SB), Modern Times was tied with Fala Bar as the most affordable option in Santa Barbara.
Unfortunately, Modern Times's Santa Barbara location is no longer - the have closed this location. Apparently all of their other locations, except San Diego and Anaheim, have also closed.
Updated from previous review on 2022-02-21
Pros: Price, and Great Mushroom sandwich.
Cons: Impossible Foods - but, most importantly - they're, not here anymore!
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cvatterott
Points +52
LOVE this place - Edit
10/10 experience! Friendly staff, excellent food, & beautiful ambiance. Can’t wait to go again
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alienvegan
Points +5043
Great vegan comfort food! Come even if you don’t drink! - Edit
Even though this restaurant is called modern times beer it’s not just beer, it’s a fully plant based restaurant!
Read moreThe food they offer is mainly comfort food like chorizo fries, burgers and burritos. It’s very filling and delicious. If you are over 21 and want to drink they give you a bracelet. You order at the counter and pick up from the pick up window. The ambience is wonderful. I highly recommend this restaurant for vegan travelers. It’s somewhat hidden - you have to walk through a restaurant to get to the back of a the building where this this restaurant is located.
Even if you don’t drink you should come for the food!
Pros: Many vegan options , Great atmosphere
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Darthvegas
Points +40
Best vegan spot in Santa Barbara - Edit
Wonderful food, I had the Korean fried chicken sandwich, and Asada Fires. The beer is unfortunately sub par.
Read morePros: All vegan, Great ambiance , Kind staff
Cons: Sub par beer
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RyanBischoff
Points +322
Fully vegan bar with great food - Edit
A friend and I both got the Korean style chicken sandwich with fries. It was cooked so well - friend and crunchy. The sauce was good and the slaw went well with it - just spicy enough. The cashew based cheesecake was pretty good - a bit runny but no complaints.
Read morePros: fully vegan menu, lots of good options
Cons: only one dessert option, a little spendy
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mcw14
Points +34
delish vegan american - Edit
Wow! Delicious vegan options. We had the fries and cheeseburger and munchwrap and they were all flavorful, filling and delicious. Great match to the beer menu. Lovely outdoor patio seating and dog friendly.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Beautiful patio, Right on state street
Cons: Food a little salty
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vegan_mouse
Points +1510
Like a dream - Edit
Update: Kitchen is OPEN! I was soo stoked when this location opened in SB a couple years ago, and I still get excited every time we go there! Everything on the menu is just incredible and 100% vegan. They have non-alcoholic beverages that are super tasty as well. If not drinking alcohol, I recommend the Grapefruit seltzer, which I think is called bubble party light.
Read moreIf they could improve on anything, I'd say adding a few good gluten free entrees.
Updated from previous review on 2021-08-11
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SusanC.Woodfield
Points +51
Kitchen is still closed - Edit
As of 6/3/2021 kitchen is still closed
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comradcluck
Points +125
The best place to grab a drink and snack - Edit
Vegan junk food done perfectly. The loaded fries are the best I've ever had, vegan or not. The burger is great too. I take my non vegan friends here for happy hour all the time. They even started serving brunch recently!
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Tahoedos
Points +53
Food done well - Edit
We ordered the Asada fries, Russian Wedgie Salad and Paul’s Reuben, then topped it off with the ultra cupcake. All of the dishes were delicious, service was friendly. They were respectful of Covid rules which is appreciated. Dogs were welcome and of course, good beer. Definitely will go back.
Read morePros: All of our orders were delicious , Friendly staff, Dogs allowed in the patio
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sissygreen
Points +41
Good food and fun vibe - Edit
Loved this place. Fun, cool vibe with full all vegan menu. The Korean “chkn” sandwich was tasty.
Read morePros: All vegan , Friendly service, Great beer selection
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RudyWolpink
Points +266
This is heaven! - Edit
All vegan food and all vegan beer. Their stouts are out of this world good and the food was somehow even better.
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Ryan MTB
Points +491
Excellent - Edit
The food was delicious and reasonably priced. Dogs are allowed on the patio, and the service was prompt and friendly.
Read morePros: Vegan, Dog friendly , Fast friendly service
Cons: Paid Parking is a 5 min or so walk away.
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WillSzo
Points +84
Love this place! - Edit
Casual and laid back hip vegan joint off the main drag. Really delicious bar food and craft beer with unique flavors. Very friendly crowd and staff. The cheesecake dessert is a must!
Read moreI will definitely return!
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LewisBollard
Points +80
Heaven - Edit
This place has it all: delicious vegan food, great beer, and a beautiful outdoor courtyard. Especially recommend the Korean faux chicken sandwich and the cheesecake!
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anchorsawayryans
Points +60
Bar food for vegans - Edit
When you want to grab a beer and binge on bar food, look no further. Love this location and the Los Angeles one as well. Later food hours than most in the area, a couple gluten free options but mostly just vegan bar food heaven.
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valeria.rey
Points +174
Was amazing !! - Edit
We had the korean chicken sandwich (the most sold item) and the chili fries! Both were absolutely delicious! Also had a yummy kombucha! Would def recommend this place!
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koenvdmeij
Points +13
Ridiculous Alcohol Policy - Edit
Make sure to have your passport with you when you order a beer from this place. Me (30) and my girlfriend (27) were denied to order and drink a beer for not having a passport on us. A dutch drivers license which clearly shows the date of birth was not sufficient.
Read morePros: Lots of Beers, Fully vegan
Cons: Ridiculous Alcohol Policy
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veganpatch
Points +5252
Wow Amazing Place - Edit
This restaurant is definitely an experience. The decor, ambiance and staff were all amazing. The food was some of the best we've ever had and it wasn't terribly expensive either. We love that this place is employee owned.
Read moreWe tried to call in an order for pick up but they advised they only accept take out orders if you order after you've arrived.
$9.00 Croquettes: So delicious. They aren't crunchy like other croquettes but come with this amazing smokey dipping sauce. Definitely worth a try. They were a bit expensive for 4 but also quite filling since they are potatoes.
$13.00 Chorizo Burrito 🌯 with Verde Sauce: without Verde sauce it's $11.00. An amazing burrito. My partner said it was his favorite burrito anywhere and he has had pretty much every burrito. High praise. I found the burrito to have a lot of great flavor, especially with the sauces, however the spice built after every bite and I found it got too spicy for me.
We love the ambiance and that everything is vegan here.
Finding the Restaurant: Once you find the sign for the restaurant while on the sidewalk, you will need to walk through another restaurant Cubaneo, in order to get to Modern Times.
Restrooms: sadly the restrooms were gendered. There were about 4 stalls in the women's restroom and 1 stall in the men's. They were quite clean, but smelled like old alcohol. It was close to when the restaurants opened.
Parking: We found street parking 🅿 and walked about 5min. It was free street parking. There were two lots that were paid parking very near to the restaurant. It was a Sunday around lunch so it wasn't too busy.
Pros: Amazing food, Great decor, great ambiance, Employee owned
Cons: Gendered restrooms, Walk through Cubeano to reach the restaurant
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CoreyS
Points +567
One of the best of anywhere in the world. - Edit
Great vibe, decor... bartenders, etc. Menu is all vegan. Chile Verde burrito and nachos are UNREAL. I travel for a living and THIS was one of the best meals I have ever had.
Read morePros: All vegan. TASTE!!!!
Cons: None
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StephTennis
Points +117
Cool, comfortable & clean - Edit
Love the well thought out plates and expertly crafted beers. Beer and food are equally delicious. So happy I went out of my way to come here! I’ll be back.
Read morePros: Friendly staff, Amazing food
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alenalieb
Points +64
Yummy - Edit
So vegan friendly, must try the Double Burger!! They use Beyond Beef and Sausages for their meals. Also very good cheese cake.
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Diet Coach
Points +344
This place is awesome! - Edit
Hitachi Chuka and shishito peppers were both tasty and creatively spiced. Loved the vegetables in the ramen bowl—and homemade noodles!
Read morePros: Bartender, Sean, was extremely helpful, Loved the decor , Affordable
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VegDeb10
Points +1242
Yes! - Edit
So much yes. The double Beyond burger is out of this world. So decadent and absolutely delicious. I also tried the cold noodles and chili fries, and they were both amazing. Paired with a delicious citrusy IPA, and I was in vegan gluttony heaven! The place has a really cool vibe and nice outdoor seating. Highly recommend! My only regret was not trying the cheesecake.
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AugustinLafond
Points +42
Delicious food and cosy place !! - Edit
The cheescake was abslolutely delicious and the place is so cosy !
Read morePerfect !!
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veganicat
Points +457
Great town, great beer, great vegan bar food - Edit
The beyond burger is great and so is the beer selection. Love the vibe and outdoor seating
Read morePros: Vegan bar menu, Great beers on tap , Outdoor seating
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lizzieloveschickpeas
Points +35
Delicious bar fare! - Edit
The food here is what anyone hopes their bar food is: greasy, delicious, and vegan. Modern Times is a brewery, but their grapefruit bubbly is delicious and they have cold brew on tap so this place can be enjoyed by anyone.
Read morePros: Entire menu is vegan, Great ambiance + decor, Delicious food
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