Sideways Lounge — Local services in Buellton

This place was one of our favorite spots for cocktails and food in Buellton! We stayed next door at the Flying Flags RV park, and the Sideways Lounge is a short walk to get there, part of the Sideways Inn.

The drinks were on point (they made me a proper Negroni that was perfect)! The Belgian fries and dogs were super tasty and indulgent. The outdoor space was really comfortable, and the fire kept us cozy on the chilly night we were there. The whole lounge is very modern, clean, and well-maintained with plenty of seating space indoors and outside.

Mike, the bartender/server, was super friendly and helpful, and he provided us some great tips for exploring wineries around Los Olivos. I will definitely return here next time I'm staying...

Five stars for the atmosphere, sausages, fries and beer, but wow...the rest was one star minus. I ordered the broccoli salad. It was cold, wet, flavorless broccoli cut too large to eat and served in a paper cup with saran over the top. No dressing, no additional ingredients. No kidding. When I was asked how I liked my meal and shared my dissappointment I got a blank stare, not only by the server but by the manager, and we weren't comped. Seriously horrible. Also, no $9 beer in a nice restaurant should be served in a flimsy clear solo cup. We arrived early in the evening so we could sit in the nicer part of the outdoor patio. We were told no and the patio was empty. When we left there was a couple sitting there...

Really a cool venue... I've driven by 100 times and didn't know it was here. As you walk up you are greeted by stunning looks of a traditional pub from the exterior. The inside is a mix of pub and modern tones with a great mural and fireplace that showcase the attention to detail of design and atmosphere created for a great unique central coast lounge. We had a few different old fashioned's and they were made really well from their full bar.. They have an assortment of local brews and a sausage food truck on site for some really good unique bites. Great service too ... we went right when they opened at 3pm and it picked up quickly with locals and people staying at the hotel or...