The colorful and always-changing Funk Zone in Santa Barbara is a unique neighborhood found between Highway 101 and the Beach off lower State Street. The Funk Zone proudly reflects its roots in art and industry with an eclectic mix of artisan shops, art galleries, studios, eateries, wine-tasting rooms, and microbreweries – some of which have popped up in the area’s converted warehouses and packing plants, all just steps from the beach!
Tourists and locals love to explore the Funk Zone’s artsy soul through the Arts Fund Community Gallery’s monthly exhibitions. From the Zone’s gourmet grab-and-go breakfast and lunch spots to its urban sit-down restaurants, the Zone shines a spotlight on locally sourced ingredients and plentiful outdoor patios. The Lark housed in a creatively repurposed historic fish market serves up tasty shareable plates. Next door, the Lucky Penny offers wood-fired pizzas, freshly baked pastries, sandwiches, and salads. Lastly, check out the Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail. Taste wines from each of Santa Barbara County’s five AVAs at the Valley Project while ogling the stunning floor-to-ceiling map of the region.
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