Best Restaurants in the Santa Ynez Valley

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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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Petros Winery & Restaurant

Petros Winery and Restaurant

3360 Foxen Canyon Road, Los Olivos, CA 93441
(805) 680-5417

Petros wines provide a variety of options that would broaden any wine enthusiast’s collection with collaborations from Greece and with great wine make

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Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. Buellton Taproom

Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. Buellton Taproom

45 Industrial Way, Buellton, CA 93427
805-694-2252

Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. craft beer on tap and "to go." Core, specialty beers available. Coming soon: Enjoy gourmet pub fare from Beto's Place.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Solvang Restaurant

Solvang Restaurant

1672 Copenhagen Dr, Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-4645

The Solvang Restaurant is the home of Solvang's Famous Aebleskiver and serves Danish and American food.

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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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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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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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Chumash Casino Resort

Chumash Casino Resort

3400 Highway 246, Santa Ynez, CA 93460
(800) 248-6274

Chumash Casino Resort’s main attraction is it’s world-class gaming floor, featuring 2,000 slots, table games, bingo, poker and weekly giveaways.

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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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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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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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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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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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Vega Vineyard and Farm

Vega Vineyard and Farm

9496 Santa Rosa Rd., Buellon, CA 93427
(805) 688-2415

Taste limited releases, explore our historic ranch, enjoy lunch or a bite, visit and feed our farm animals, and kick back at our picnic areas.

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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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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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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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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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