Fox Wine Co. offers guests a vibrant tasting experience in a shared industrial space with a local brewery and eateries, blending great wines with a casual, communal atmosphere. Enjoy live music most weekends, a well-curated wine list, and friendly, knowledgeable service in a colorful coastal setting.
What's Included:
🍷 Wine tastings and flights
🍽️ Food delivery from neighboring eateries
♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance and parking
Important Information:
Bar: Onsite bar available
Payment: Accepts credit, debit, and NFC mobile payments
Neighborhood: East Beach area of Santa Barbara
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
🎵 Live Music on Weekends: Check their Instagram for updated live band schedules to enjoy local music with your wine.
🍽️ Food Delivery Available: Order from The Nook Eatery and have your food delivered right to your table for a full experience.
🍷 Wine Flights Tips: The premium flights lean heavily on Syrah; ask staff for the best diverse tasting options.
🛑 Beverage Policy: Beer from adjacent brewery isn’t served inside Fox Wine Co.; shared patio allows both wine and beer consumption.
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Fox Wine Co. is celebrated for its upbeat atmosphere, excellent service, and great wine selection, with guests particularly praising the knowledgeable staff and lively live music weekends. Some concerns center on strict enforcement of beverage policies due to licensing, occasional pricing on pours, and mixed reviews on customer service.
Last updated on
January 9th, 2026
