Best Restaurants in the Santa Ynez Valley

Dining Out in Santa Barbara County Wine Country

Santa Ynez Valley

Bold Flavors With Fresh, Local Ingredients


Ballard | Buellton | Los Alamos | Los Olivos | Santa Ynez | Solvang


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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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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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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Brothers Restaurant at the Red Barn

Brothers Restaurant at the Red Barn

3539 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, CA 93460
(805) 688-4142

As chefs, brothers Matt & Jeff Nichols continue to experiment with new dishes and cuisine, but always with that “from scratch,” homemade element.

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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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Bar Le Côte

Bar Le Côte

2375 Alamo Pintado Ave , Los Olivos, CA 93441

Bar Le Côte is a stylish seafood tavern located in Los Olivos, California

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Trattoria Grappolo

Trattoria Grappolo

3687 Sagunto St, Santa Ynez, CA 93460
(805) 688-6899

Trattoria Grappolo is an informal, friendly Italian bistro in Santa Ynez, California.

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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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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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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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Alisal Ranch

Alisal Ranch

1054 Alisal Road, Solvang, CA 93463
(844) 288-0125

As California's premier guest ranch, the Alisal transports guests back to a bygone era.

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S.Y. Kitchen

SY Kitchen

1110 Faraday St. , Santa Ynez, CA 93460
(805) 691-9794

S.Y. Kitchen offers fresh, modern Italian dishes in a unique setting, described as "a California version of a little Italian farmhouse."

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The Landsby

The Landsby

1576 Mission Drive, Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-3121

A contemporary, Scandinavian-inspired boutique hotel offering sophisticated accommodations and warm hospitality.

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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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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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Hitching Post II Restaurant and Winery

Hitching Post II Restaurant and Winery

406 E. Hwy. 246, Buellton, CA 93427
(805) 688-0676

The quintessential Wine Country experience since 1986, with wood fire grilled “Santa Maria” barbeque and world class Hitching Post Pinot Noirs.

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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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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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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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Ellie's Tap & Vine

Ellie’s Tap & Vine

3640 Sagunto Street , Santa Ynez, California 93460

Join us for delicious food, great wine, and a good time!

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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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Nalla

Nalla

646-425-7704

Nalla's mission is to bring the flavors and spices of South Asia to a global wine audience. Nalla events are vibrant and immersive sensory experience

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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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Pico Restaurant

Pico Restaurant

458 Bell Street, Los Alamos, CA 93440
(805) 344-1122

Pico Restaurant at the Los Alamos General Store - Pico’s mission is to create innovative food from local ingredients.

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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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The Victor Restaurant and Bar

The Victor Restaurant and Bar

3631 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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