Pura Vida Coffee Society

Pura Vida Coffee Society

651 Paseo Nuevo, Santa Barbara, CA

★★★★★4.5(89 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“Pura Vida Coffee Society is a gem in Santa Barbara that stays open until 7pm, making it a rare refuge for specialty coffee lovers in a town where most spots close by 5. The cozy, clean space draws regulars and weary travelers alike with genuinely kind staff, pleasant music, and creative drinks like their signature Pura Vida Palmer that justify the premium prices. It's the kind of place where you'll actually want to linger—whether you're recovering from a camping trip or just seeking a warm, welcoming spot to slow down.”

What to expect

Specialty coffee. Slow-sit spot. Open late. Parking available.

Late nightsParkingSlow sitTraditional drinksSpecialty drinks

Google Reviews

Armen gharibian
★★★★★a month ago

Customer service awesome 😎 and really happy they close at 7:00pm people are millionaires here but most store closed at 5:00 pm so bad feeling and glad they close at 7:00 Happy find here

Ari
★★★★★4 months ago

Got a Pura Vida Palmer which was tasty, and a bacon avocado toast, which was surprisingly spicy (I do have a low tolerance, I'll be fair, so take that as a warning). The bread wasn't toasted, the avocado was brown on the top, and I was surprised since I assumed the food was…

Aaron E.J O'brien
★★★★★4 months ago

Delicious coffee and a great vibe. The interior is nice and cozy. The staff are kind, and the music is pleasant. It’s a lovely place to relax and enjoy yourself.

Troy N
★★★★★a year ago

Went here after camping at El Capitan canyon for the weekend. Me and the missus were hankering for a good cup of joe after 2 days of instant. The store was very clean and had a good vibe. Smaller indoor are but there was adequate indoor and outdoor seating. Only one barista /…

Will Heo
★★★★★2 years ago

Nice coffee place that opens until late. Convenient parking through paseo nuevo. Downside is that drinks are on the pricier side, and prices were not listed on the menu. Their mangonada was a bit too sweet, but I liked their pour-over.

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