Cooney's at the Market offers a lively bar experience featuring a broad beer selection and expertly crafted cocktails. The casual, trendy atmosphere is perfect for groups and tourists alike, with quick service and satisfying food options.
Guests enjoy a relaxed setting inside the Santa Barbara Public Market with accessible facilities, making it a favored spot for casual dinners or catching up over espresso martinis.
What's Included:
🍺 Extensive beer selection including popular and craft varieties
🍸 Creative and classic cocktails, notably espresso martinis
🍽️ Casual dining with quality food offerings
🕒 Consistently fast service
Important Information:
Age Policy: 21+ standard bar rules apply
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking, and restrooms
Payment: Credit, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments accepted
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
📍 Local Insights
🍸 Espresso Martini Must-Try: Patrons rave about this signature cocktail—consider it your go-to order.
⏰ All-Day Hours: Open daily from 11 AM to 9 PM, perfect for any casual outing or early evening drinks.
🍻 Craft Beer Focus: The carefully curated beer selection is a highlight; ask bartenders for recommendations.
🚪 Accessibility Wins: Fully wheelchair accessible, including entrance, parking, and restrooms, making visits easy for everyone.
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Visitors mostly praise Cooney’s for its great beer and cocktail offerings, especially the espresso martinis, quick service, and friendly staff. Some reviews note a highly positive atmosphere and good food, though occasional comments mention minor issues with glassware and isolated rude service incidents.
Last updated on
January 9th, 2026
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot, and restroom ensure a comfortable visit for guests with mobility needs.
