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1. SY Kitchen
4.9
Exceptional(3907)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Santa Ynez Valley
Booked 28 times today
RESERVATIONS Reservations for parties of 5 or more please call restaurant directly. S. Y. Kitchen requests a credit card to hold a reservation of 6 or more. You may cancel by calling the restaurant by 5 PM two days prior to the reservation. After that cancellation is subject to our policy and fees may be incurred. All credit card information will be processed securely.
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2. Ellie's Tap & Vine
4.7
Exceptional(697)
Price: Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Santa Ynez Valley
Booked 4 times today
Welcome to Ellie's Tap & Vine... Join us for seasonal cuisine, elegant ranch ambiance and great wine! We are Valley to Table dining, working with many local farms and purveyors; We look forward to seeing you soon! Our menu changes regularly, so please feel free to visit our website: www.elliestapandvine.com or follow us on IG and/or FB.Our restaurant is located in the heart of Santa Ynez. We boast amazing outdoor seating with great views and because it is often a little chilly in the evening, we have heaters. We are also dog and cat friendly.We know re-adjusting to dining out is a strange experience for everyone and we are all slowly returning. For now, we will be suspending lunch service.
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3. Maverick Saloon
4.7
Exceptional(26)
Price: Moderate
• American • Santa Ynez
Booked 1 time today
Taverns have flourished along Santa Ynez’s Sagunto Street since 1906. Sixty years ago, four busy bars entertained the locals and visitors alike. These establishments were named Last Chance, the Bum Steer, Parker’s and the Maverick Saloon. While three of the four original taverns have since disappeared into history, the legendary Maverick Saloon is still going strong and continues to be a staple in the Santa Ynez valley.In 1963, Jerry and Diane Thompson bought nine bare lots from publisher tycoon Hastings Harcourt. Plans were drawn up for a museum, restaurant, two-story hotel and the Maverick Saloon, which is named after a TV series starring James Garner. A few years later (approx. 1968) the barn was built next to the saloon. To achieve an antique look, the Thompsons used materials salvaged from demolished Victorian houses. The barn’s history began as the “Lulubelle’s Restaurant” and a tool rental facility. The barn and dancehall became a permanent part of the Maverick Salo
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4. Brothers Restaurant at Red Barn
4.9
Exceptional(1384)
Price: Expensive
• American • Santa Ynez Valley
Booked 28 times today
The Nichols brothers, Matt & Jeff, grew up in Ames, Iowa where their love of cooking, good food and a sense of family and community was nurtured.The 2013 opening of their second Santa Barbara Wine Country restaurant, Brothers Restaurant at the Red Barn in Santa Ynez, allows them to offer visitors and locals alike great food, wine and hospitality. The brothers strive to have legendary service, innovative cuisine, and a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere that causes you to return time and again.As chefs, the brothers continue to experiment with new dishes and cuisine, but always with that “from scratch”, homemade element. Fresh ingredients from local producers, a wine list that showcases the region’s award-winning wines and a comfortable and historically interesting atmosphere that takes you back to the romance of the old west. They want you to feel at home, and experience all the best of Santa Barbara’s Wine Country.
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5. The Gathering Table
4.6
Exceptional(157)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • Solvang
Booked 13 times today
Welcome to The Gathering Table, Solvang’s newest culinary gem. Led by acclaimed Chef Budi Kazali, renowned for his innovative Asian cuisine with French influences, our restaurant promises an unforgettable dining experience.Chef Budi Kazali brings his mastery to every dish, infusing flavors from his Indonesian heritage with local ingredients sourced from nearby farms. Whether indulging in his signature dishes or exploring new creations, every bite at The Gathering Table is a celebration of culinary artistry.Situated amidst Solvang’s picturesque streets, our restaurant offers a serene outdoor dining area, perfect for enjoying Chef Kazali’s creations al fresco. Inside, savor handcrafted cocktails at our full bar or host an intimate gathering in our Private Dining Room, where every detail is tailored to exceed your expectations.Discover a place where exquisite cuisine meets warm and approachable hospitality at The Gathering Table!
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6. Mattei's Tavern
4.7
Exceptional(416)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Los Olivos
Booked 20 times today
Recently opened on November 16, 2022, The Tavern continues her legacy as Santa Ynez Valley's beloved social hub. This California ranch-inspired restaurant highlights flavorful dishes and honest ingredients, many of which are harvested from Mattei’s on-site garden and surrounding local farms. Paying homage to its century old roots, the menu is elevated yet unfussy, offering grilled dishes and vegetables alongside seasonal specialties. The exceptional wine program is a singular and definitive draw of The Tavern. The comprehensive list features a California focused glass list which is complimented by an extensive cellar of Old World favorites.For informal fare join us at The Bar, Mattei’s Tavern’s most authentic hangout. With a roaring fireplace and fixtures dating back to its 1886 origins, the historic bar and lounge space offers local craft beer and wine, amber hued cocktails and a snacks menu that ranges from bite sized to burger dinners.
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7. Nella Kitchen and Bar
4.8
Exceptional(1129)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Santa Ynez Valley
Booked 29 times today
Opened in August 2020, Nella Kitchen & Bar offers fresh, modern California cuisine and focuses on 'Roman Pinsas'.Meals are served on the front porch overlooking Grand Ave where guests are warmly welcomed, or in the cozy Dining Room which also has a private Wine Room that can host family seating and private parties.Cocktails are focused on classics and served in the Lounge with a lot of bar seating.As much as we love pets, we only allow service animals at Nella, thank you for understanding.
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8. Pony Cocktails + Kitchen
4.9
Exceptional(23)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Santa Ynez
Booked 3 times today
Owner & Mixologist Battaglini Alberto redesigned this iconic Santa Ynez landmark into something unique, elevated yet comfortable.Situated in the heart of Santa Ynez Valley and, with Chef Jonny McDermott on the helm of the kitchen, Pony COCKTAILS + KITCHEN has a comfortable yet upscale feeling with a super friendly approach to food reflecting globally inspired dishes and fresh farm produces. The cocktail program follow the same ideology of the food giving every cocktails a unique flavor and personality.Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner this hybrid Cafe/Cocktail Bar Restaurant integrate the Santa Ynez Valley style with modern comfort style food and unrealistic Cocktails.
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9. Leonardo Ristorante & Pizzeria
4.7
Exceptional(1407)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Solvang
Booked 12 times today
Highly anticipated opening by Chef Leonardi Curti.
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10. First & Oak at the Mirabelle Inn
4.6
Exceptional(1229)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Solvang
Booked 8 times today
We are excited to welcome you to First & Oak! We offer outdoor seating on our heated patio & inside our intimate dining rooms. Seating is limited, a credit card is required & will only be charged for cancellations. Please allow us a minimum of 24 hours prior to avoid any cancelation fees.We offer two dining experiences: Traditional Three Course or a Chef's Five Course Tasting Menu. Parties of 6 or more please call. When reserving standard (indoor) or outdoor seating (Please be mindful regarding the weather, it tends to get chilly as the night goes on), please choose which experience you would prefer & let us know of any dietary restrictions, Vegan request needs a days advance notice. First and Oak is located inside the Mirabelle Inn, & was awarded a Michelin Plate designation in 2022. We offer a seasonally-inspired menu that highlights local & organic ingredients prepared in a thoughtful manner. Our dining room operates with the mindset of warm compassionate attentive service.

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  • Stu
    Idaho •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Great food and the best service. Also an amazing bar.
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    Brothers Restaurant at Red BarnPrice: Expensive• American• Santa Ynez Valley
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    4.9
  • StellaVIP
    Orange County •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Best place ever and vibe was amazing 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🤠 will recommend 💯
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    Mattei's TavernPrice: Very Expensive• American• Los Olivos
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    4.7
  • BethVIP
    California Central Coast •20 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Birthday dinner was amazing. Minestrone soup was freshest, most tasty I have had. We both had pastas which were homemade, fresh, light and so delicious. Prosciutto was the leanest and tastiest and served with buratta cheese Our waiter was so attentive and helpful (and funny). We could go back several times and not repeat our selections.
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    SY KitchenPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Ynez Valley
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    4.9
  • James
    Los Angeles •33 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    This is our third visit to Ellie’s in the last two years and we were in for quite a treat. It was a slow night so Chef Joy and staff had extra time to interact and chat with us. We got personal attention for choosing our food and wine. Four of us each got something different and everything was fantastic. A crab cake was put together nicely on a bed of vegetables with one of Joy’s excellent sauces. Chicken over polenta had a wonderful tomato sauce. Chopped salad had the best bleu cheese dressing I have ever had. Shrimp simply sautéed in a tomato broth was very good. I had the tomahawk short rib braised with gravy and carrots. The beef was melted into what I called meat butter. A great wine list left us with a wonderful Viognier and a Pinot Noir. Ellie’s is a restaurant I will always visit when in Santa Ynez Valley.
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    Ellie's Tap & VinePrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Santa Ynez Valley
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    4.7
  • Miriam
    Los Angeles •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 11, 2025
    Our waitress was so sweet! We loved everything there!
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    Maverick SaloonPrice: Moderate• American• Santa Ynez
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    4.7

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