Best Restaurants in the Santa Ynez Valley

Dining Out in Santa Barbara County Wine Country

Santa Ynez Valley

Bold Flavors With Fresh, Local Ingredients


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While visiting on the Central Coast of California, relish down-home American food or savor fine dining of steaks and seafood, or indulge in superb Italian pasta, pizza and more; or try authentic Danish dishes; or taste California cuisine, and lunch on Mediteranean fare; chow down on Mexican dishes.

And, after you’ve finished dining, check out the many amazing wineries and breweries scattered around Santa Ynez Valley. Check out the local Entertainment and Nightlife.

 


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The Baker's Table

The Baker’s Table

3563 Numancia St., Ste 104, Santa Ynez, CA 93460
(805) 688-4856

Thoughtfully choosing  local and organic ingredients when possible in the Santa Ynez Valley.

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Osteria Grappolo

Osteria Grappolo

1546 Mission Dr., Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-8281

Osteria Grappolo is an authentic Italian restaurant in the heart of Solvang and features a large, dog-friendly patio with outdoor dining available.

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Craft House at Corque

Craft House at Corque

420 Alisal Rd, Solvang, CA 93463, , ,
(805) 693-2258

Craft House at Corque - We're excited to revive the generational memories of the old Root 246 space with a fresh modern look, craft inspir

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Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Cafe

Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Cafe

2879 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos, CA 93441
805-688-7265

Taste the Central Coast! Wine country cuisine and an wine list of over 500 mostly local wines also available for retail at their Wine Merchant.

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Cecco Ristorante

Cecco Ristorante

475 1st Street, Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-8880

Seasonally inspired Italian cuisine featuring wood burning oven pizza, handmade pastas, cheese, and antipasti.

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peasants FEAST

peasants FEAST

487 Atterdag Road, Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 686-4555

Michael Cherney of Peasants Feast shares the passion he has today for sourcing his ingredients from local farmers and using the highest quality produc

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El Rancho Marketplace

El Rancho Marketplace

2886 Mission Drive, Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-4300

We are a full-service Gourmet/Organic/conventional Supermarket, specializing in fresh food, fresh made, fresh locally sourced and Wine

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Giorgio's at Parkway

Giorgio’s at Parkway

265 Avenue of The Flags, Buellton, CA 93427
(805) 693-2509

Serving Italian food - pizza, spaghetti, lasagna, salads and desserts

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Clean Slate Wine Bar

Clean Slate Wine Bar

448 Atterdag Road, Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 302-1787

Inspired by fresh ingredients, Chef Melissa prepares a new menu every day - paired with 50 Central Coast wines by the glass and 10 craft beers on tap!

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Eat This, Shoot That! Food & Wine Tours

Eat This, Shoot That! Food & Wine Tours

473 Atterdag Rd, Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 699-6719

Eat and drink your way through Solvang with a local foodie on a walking food tasting tour!

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Danish Mill Bakery

Danish Mill Bakery

1682 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-5805

Danish modern bakery - We baked like bakeries in contemporary Denmark.
All breads and pastries are freshly baked every day - no exceptions.

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Anthony Carron

Coast Range Restaurant & Vaquero Bar

1635 Mission Drive, Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 624-5420

Anthony Carron and Steven Fretz have joined forces for the steakhouse, which features steaks from the historic ranches in the Santa Ynez Valley.

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Skyview Los Alamos

Skyview Los Alamos

9150 US-HWY 101, Los Alamos, CA 93440
(805) 344-0104

Skyview Los Alamos is a modern boutique hotel in the heart of Santa Barbara wine country.

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The Victor Restaurant and Bar

The Victor Restaurant and Bar

3627 Sagunto Street, Santa Ynez, CA 93460
(805) 695-2999

Introducing The Victor, the newest restaurant in Santa Ynez offering fresh, seasonal ingredients from California's central coast.

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Santa Ynez Valley Marriott

Santa Ynez Valley Marriott

555 McMurray, Buellton, CA 93427
(805) 688-1000

A place where business meets pleasure, where your senses are indulged and your spirit is renewed.

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Whiskey 'N Rye - American Smokehouse

Whiskey ‘N Rye – American Smokehouse

442 Atterdag Road, Solvang, California, 93463, 805-688-4BBQ (4227)
(805) 688-4BBQ (4227)

Whiskey 'N Rye - An American Smokehouse with full bar featuring more than 100 specialty whiskeys!

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Ballard Inn & Gathering Table

Ballard Inn and Restaurant

2436 Baseline Ave., Ballard, CA 93463
(805) 688-7770

Comfortably elegant accommodations and award winning cuisine make Ballard Inn & Gathering Table one of the most sought after luxury inns in the valley

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Firestone Walker Brewing Company

Firestone Walker Brewing Company

620 McMurray Ave, Buellton CA 93427

A Quiet Revolution out of California’s Central Coast, the Firestone Walker Brewing Company has grown to become an authentic regional craft brewery.

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The Tavern at Zaca Creek

The Tavern at Zaca Creek

1297 Jonata Park Rd, Buellton, CA 93427
(805) 688-2412

The Tavern Zaca Creek - Seasonally-inspired steakhouse offering locally-sourced seafood & organic produce. Specialty cocktails, spirits, local wines.

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First & Oak at the Mirabelle Inn

First & Oak at the Mirabelle Inn

409 1st St, Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-1703

First & Oak is Santa Ynez's Valley's only Michelin Plate awarded restaurant comprising of the best in culinary excellence and artistry.

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Plenty on Bell

Plenty on Bell

508 Bell Street, Los Alamos, CA 93440,
(323) 804-0928

Farm-to-table restaurant in historic building in Los Alamos featuring interior and patio dining, Versatile venue space.

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Maverick Saloon

Maverick Saloon

3687 Sagunto Street , Santa Ynez, CA 93460
(805) 686-4785

Still going strong, the legendary Maverick Saloon  continues to be a staple in the Santa Ynez Valley.

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Bob's Well Bread Bakery

Bob’s Well Bread Bakery

550 Bell Street, Los Alamos, CA 93440
(805) 344-3000

We pride ourselves on baking old world style artisan breads using only the finest ingredients, sourced locally and seasonally, in all of our products.

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Bell's

Bell’s

406 Bell Street, Los Alamos, CA 93440

Bell's is a French-inspired Bistro in Los Alamos, California.

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Leonardo's Ristorante & Pizzeria

Leonardo’s Ristorante & Pizzeria

632 Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 686-0846

Leonardos's, serving you authentic traditional Italian food.

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