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Far Western Tavern, Orcutt, CA

Far Western Tavern

4.7
4.7
1188 Reviews
$30 and under
Steakhouse

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
Welcome to the Far Western Tavern—California ranch cuisine inspired by local traditions.

Our restaurant is recognized as a landmark of Santa Maria Style Barbecue, a renowned regional fare rooted in native ingredients and methods that were first popularized by 19th century rancheros.

Our menu blends this local barbecue style with other dishes that reflect our family’s heritage in the Santa Maria Valley’s Swiss-Italian ranching community, all prepared with fresh flavors from nearby farms, ranches and vineyards.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Barbecue, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (805) 937-2211
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Franklin De La Cruz
  • Catering
    The legendary fare of the Far Western Tavern is always ready to hit the road with our full-service catering operation. Our versatility and expertise ensure that your event will be graced with a meal to remember.<br /><br />Please contact us at (805) 937-2211 to inquire about our catering services.
  • Private party facilities
    Located on the top floor of the Far Western restaurant, our flexible, well-appointed private dining and event space can accommodate from 6 to 200 guests for business meetings, family celebrations or training seminars.
  • Neighbourhood
    Orcutt / Santa Maria
  • Cross Street
    Pacific Avenue
  • Parking details
    Restaurant lot available along with adjacent street parking.
  • Public transit
    On the Orcutt to Santa Maria Route.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,188 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Far Western Tavern offers "wonderful food," a "beautiful" atmosphere, and a "special experience" with friendly, efficient service. While reservations may occasionally result in seating issues, the overall dining experience is "always amazing." Patrons appreciate the "great steak," "fantastic drinks," and the welcoming vibe, making it a "go-to" for special occasions.

1,188 Reviews
  1. Sara

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a Romantic Valentines Dinner đź©· The restaurant is authentically decorated like the original. We enjoyed Date night!!

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  2. Amber

    Central Coast

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Did not receive relish tray. Did not receive our appetizer. Steaks were super rare, not medium rare. Waiter forgot to bring refill he asked about. Did not receive bread. Disappointing experience.

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  3. don

    VIP

    Hawaii

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Cannot say enough good comments about our dinner at Far Western Tavern on Valentine's Day!!!! Arrived and quickly taken to our booth, as requested, where we found two red roses on our cloth napkins. Beautiful way to begin our evening. Our server, Yasha, was fantastic throughout the evening. Her recommendations were spot on and, as first time diners, very much appreciated. She was special and so caring to ensure our dining experience was the best it could be. Do yourself a huge favor and ask for Yasha and you will have no regrets. Wonderful dining experience!!!!

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  4. Jose

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was really good and our service was fast. My wife really like her cocktail she ordered from the bar

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  5. Sharon

    VIP

    Phoenix

    102 reviews

    5.0

    102 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dining experience right on Clark Ave in downtown Orcutt. We could walk from our hotel, the Wine Stone Inn. Luisa, our server, was very nice and pleasant. Loved the mac & cheese stuffed relleno, and the salad was bountiful. The NY strip special, served with 4 shrimp, was cooked perfectly and delicious!

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  6. Tamera

    VIP

    Central Coast

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a lovely evening and we had the best service. Loved every minute of it

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  7. Wendy

    VIP

    Central Coast

    130 reviews

    5.0

    130 reviews

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food, spirits, deserts, and service as well!!

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  8. Juliana

    Central Coast

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great but the place tends to get super busy which is a good thing. Food took about 45 minutes to come out, was the longest we’ve waited here.

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  9. karen

    Central Coast

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our service was great and so was the food! Very friendly and helpful staff!!

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  10. Alan

    Central Coast

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Prime rib was delicious, great salad and steak soup. Nice to sit in a booth and have a nice quiet dinner.

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FAQs

Far Western Tavern is rated 4.7 stars by 1188 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Far Western Tavern

300 Clark Avenue, Orcutt, CA 93455

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Pacific Avenue
  • Neighbourhood
    Orcutt / Santa Maria
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Barbecue, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Restaurant lot available along with adjacent street parking.
  • Public transit
    On the Orcutt to Santa Maria Route.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Franklin De La Cruz
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (805) 937-2211
  • Catering
    The legendary fare of the Far Western Tavern is always ready to hit the road with our full-service catering operation. Our versatility and expertise ensure that your event will be graced with a meal to remember.<br /><br />Please contact us at (805) 937-2211 to inquire about our catering services.
  • Private party facilities
    Located on the top floor of the Far Western restaurant, our flexible, well-appointed private dining and event space can accommodate from 6 to 200 guests for business meetings, family celebrations or training seminars.
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