Dinning in the Valley



DINING - BALLARD

Bob’s Well Bread Bakery

2449 Baseline Avenue, Suite 101, Ballard

805-691-9549

bobswellbread.com


Bob’s Well Bread Bakery products are hand-made with only the finest ingredients and natural starters. No added preservatives will be found in any of the things we bake, and we strive to source our ingredients locally using farmers and growers who practice the purest growing initiatives.

 

The Gathering Table

2436 Baseline Avenue, Ballard

805-688-7770

ballardinn.com/restaurant


A “wine country must” attest oenophiles of this “unbelievable find” in Ballard – voted No. 1 for Food in Santa Barbara – showcasing chef-owner Budi Kazali’s “talent in the kitchen” with “sophisticated” Asian-inflected New French fare crafted from “fresh” ingredients and complemented by a lengthy list of “local” vintages; the “intimate” setting with a “roaring fireplace” is elevated by “superb” service, making the entire “dining adventure” an “extremely pleasant” “getaway.”

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DINING - BUELLTON

Ellen’s Danish Pancake House

272 Avenue of Flags, Buellton

805-688-5312


Ellen's Danish Pancake House in Buellton is a locally owned Family friendly restaurant that is famous for it's amazing breakfast. Weekday early bird and lunch specials.

 

Gino’s Pizza

383 Avenue of The Flags Ste E, Buellton

805-688-9442

ginospizzabuellton.com


At Gino’s neighborhood pizza restaurant, they price themselves in offering traditional Italian recipes made with the freshest ingredients. 

 

Industrial Eats

181 Industrial Way, Buellton

805-688-8807

industrialeats.com


Industrial Eats is a quality-centered dining experience tucked away in a re-purposed warehouse

 

The Tavern at Zaca Creek

1297 Jonta Park Road, Buellton

805-691-7735

zaca-creek.com/the-tavern-2


The Tavern at Zaca Creek is a classic American chophouse and full service bar, specializing in custom cut wagyu beef, seafood and imaginative cuisine sure to delight everyone gathered around the table. 

 

Tequila Mexican Restaurant

35 W Hwy 246, Buellton

805-697-7776

latequilaus.com


Authentic Mexican cuisine

 

Coffee Cabin

264 East Hwy 246, Buellton

805-686-1717


Cute little drive-thru coffee cabin located conveniently right off of the 101 freeway on your way into the Santa Ynez Valley.

 

God's Country Provisions

252 E. Hwy 246, Ste C, Buellton

805-691-9222

godscountryprovisions.com


God's Country Provisions brings creativity to familiar donuts we all love, delivered with that good ol' Santa Ynez Valley country hospitality. Second location located at the GCP Tower in downtown Los Olivos.

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DINING - LOS OLIVOS

Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Café

2879 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos

805-688-7265

winemerchantcafe.com


The Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Café is located in the heart of the two-block town of Los Olivos, California. Los Olivos is a Santa Barbara County Wine Country destination. Art Galleries and Wine Tasting Rooms abound in this charming town.

 

Panino

2900 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos

805-688-9304

paninorestaurants.com


Panino is a family owned, quick-service restaurant chain based in Santa Barbara County, California. Panino serves Italian-inspired Soups, Salads and Sandwiches with 40% of the menu being Vegetarian.

 

Petros Winery & Restaurant

3360 Foxen Canyon Road, Los Olivos

805-680-5417

www.petrosbrand.com


Enjoy the Petros experience and pair your wine with freshly packaged food including Petros’s award-winning dips, soups and more.

 

Corner House Café

2902 San Marcos Ave., Los Olivos

805-691-9015

cornerhouselosolivos.com


Espresso and Matcha Tea, McConnell's Premium Ice Cream, fresh-baked European pastries, bagels, breakfast sandwiches, real fruit smoothies, salads, and more.

 

Enjoy Cupcakes

2971 Grand Ave., Los Olivos

805-455-4115

enjoycupcakes.com


Yummy gourmet cupcakes, many infused with amazing wines, made with fresh local ingredients (no artificial

flavors or food colorings).

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DINING - SANTA YNEZ

The Baker’s Table

3563 Numancia Street, Ste 104, Santa Ynez

805-688-4856

thebakers-table.com


The Baker’s Table is an artisan bakery feeding the body and soul through the time honored craft of baking. We hold quality ingredients to heart and incorporate them into the way we live. We are dedicated to combining organic, local and fair trade ingredients to honor the earth and the hands that cultivate it.

 

Brother’s Restaurant At the Red Barn

3539 Sagunto Street, Santa Ynez

805-688-4142

brothersredbarn.com


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.

 

Dos Carlitos

3544 Sagunto Street, Santa Ynez

805-688-0033

doscarlitos.com


Experience tradition and the thoughtful care reflected in every element of this beloved, local hotspot! Enjoy the rich flavors of fresh Mexican cuisine and delight in our friendly, welcoming service that has become our trademark. Savor the aroma of warm, handmade tortillas fresh from our Comal, along with the appetizing scents of our beautifully marinated meats off the Parilla. Dos Carlitos features a popular sunny patio, a vibrant and cheery indoor space and an incredibly curated selection of Tequila and Mezcal to accompany our award-winning Margaritas. This fixture of Santa Ynez is sure to leave you feeling charmed, deliciously satisfied and ready to return!

 

Ellie’s Tap & Vine

3640 Sagunto Street, Santa Ynez

916-390-3595

elliestapandvine.com


Everything in the restaurant is inspired by Ellie chef Joy’s mother and her love for all things feminine and fabulous. From the wine, to the flowers, to the teacups, to the delicious food, we hope that you feel Ellie’s love for the world with every moment you spend and every bite you take here at

Ellie’s Tap and Vine. 

 

The Lucky Hen Larder

1095 Meadowvale Road, Santa Ynez

805-691-9448

theluckyhenlarder.com


The Lucky Hen currently consists of four departments:

  • The Lucky Hen Larder – A artisan and culinary goods store and deli.
  • Full-service Off-site Catering - Restaurant quality off-premise catering. Focusing on the special elements of fine dining, cooking product ‘a la minute’ (to order) and bringing the restaurant on location.
  • Basic Catering – Featuring a small listing of BBQ and picnic menus that are straightforward, easy and affordable. A bridge between full-service and boxed, offering fine food and service at a minimized level.
  • The Lucky Hen “boxed” – Fine food delivered or ready for pick-up. Utilized when little or no service is required. Menu items have been designed so that food can be easily plattered and come ready to go.

 

Panino

3569 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez

805-688-9304

paninorestaurants.com


Panino is a family owned, quick-service restaurant chain based in Santa Barbara County, California. Panino serves Italian-inspired Soups, Salads and Sandwiches with 40% of the menu being Vegetarian.

 

Santa Ynez Billiards & Café

1000 Edison Street, Santa Ynez

805-697-7109

santaynezbillardsandcafe.com


Every live NFL & College game with surround sound speakers, 4 large TVs, & outdoor lounge seating. Catering to locals & tourists with our hand prepared, family recipe, Mediterranean cuisine, along with American style food. Large variety of beers on tap & in bottles!

 

S.Y. Kitchen

1110 Faraday Street, Santa Ynez

805-691-9794

sykitchen.com


Opened in April 2013, S.Y. Kitchen offers fresh, modern Italian dishes in any of the three rooms of their Italian-inspired California farmhouse.

 

Trattoria Grappolo

3687 Sangunto Street, Santa Ynez 

805-688-6899

trattoriagrappolo.com


Enjoy the Bucolic atmosphere of the valley while appreciating an authentic Italian meal. Abandon yourself to the scent of freshly baked pizza or the aroma of real espresso coffee.

 

Longhorn Coffee Shop & Bakery

3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez

805-688-5912


Some have called Longhorn a "hidden gem", with its great coffee, delicious breakfast and pain-free prices. Longhorn is a favorite of the locals, and travelers flock to this historic landmark to get a true taste of Santa Ynez breakfast.

 

Pony Espresso

3558 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez

805-691-9187


Go above and beyond the classic coffee house. Fresh produces, great attention to details and great quality food make this place a gem in the Santa Ynez valley.

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DINING - SOLVANG

Aly’s Restaurant 

451 2nd Street, Solvang

805-697-7082

solvanggourmetrestaurant.com


Aly's by Alebru specializes in organic, farm to table European cuisine. From day to day what is available fresh from the farm or ocean. For this reason we only post a sample of possible daily offerings. While we strive to have all the items on our menu available for you to select from, circumstances sometimes dictate that some items will not be available. At Aly's by Alebru we always strive to substitute a similar or more enticing selection. We offer a seasonal and continuously evolving menu.

 

The Bread Shop

473 Atterdag Road, Solvang

805-691-9290

solvangbreadshop.com


They specialize in crafting authentic Eastern European baked goods. From their Nutella Brioche to fresh Pepperoni Bagels baked every morning, they’ve got something delicious for everyone.

 

First & Oak

409 First Street, Solvang

805-688-1703

mirabelleinn.com/the-restaurant


Seasonal menus that highlight sophisticated culinary talent. Small plates meant for sharing or creating your own

tasting menu that emphasize quality and flavor.

 

Leonardo’s Ristorante & Pizzeria

632 Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang 

805-686-0846

leonardoscucina.com


Experience the authentic, family style Italian cuisine. Leonardo's Ristorante & Pizzeria will charm you with its family style atmosphere, where a pizza oven is always burning, an open kitchen will spark your curiosity, and everybody will greet you with a big smile.

 

Panino

475 1st Street, Solvang

805-688-0608

paninorestaurants.com


Panino is a family owned, quick-service restaurant chain based in Santa Barbara County, California. Panino serves Italian-inspired Soups, Salads and Sandwiches with 40% of the menu being Vegetarian.

 

Paula’s Pancake House

1531 Mission Drive, Solvang

805-688-2867

paulaspancakehouse.com


Solvang’s original pancake house featuring thin Danish style pancakes as well as a full breakfast and lunch menu.

 

Pho 805

435 Alisal Rd., Solvang

805-686-8200

 

River Grill at the Alisal

150 Alisal Road, Solvang

805-688-7784

rivergrill.com


A beautiful setting with a large patio terrace over-looking the River Course at The Alisal and the Santa Ynez River backdrop. They have a full bar and carry many local craft beers on draft. The variety of menu options and wonderful al fresco setting make this the perfect spot for breakfast

and lunch.

 

Root 246 

420 Alisal Rd., Solvang

805-686-8681

root-246.com


The backbone of Root 246's menu is a commitment to American cuisine that is farm-fresh, delightfully simple, and above all…delicious. Root 246 offers a full menu of craft-based cuisine, one of the most extensive selections of local wines,
whiskey and craft beer in the area and refreshing signature cocktails unlike anything you've tried before.

 

Succulent Cafe

1557 Mission Drive, Solvang

805-691-9444

succulentcafe.com


Succulent Cafe is a family owned business that focuses on comfort food with a southern twist. We recently acquired a full liquor license and now serve cocktails as well as local wine & craft beer. 

 

Cafe Dolce

475 1st St., Solvang

805-708-9003


Cafe Dolce provides a range of cafe, coffee drinks, & protein shakes everyday. They are know for their smoothie and acai bowl options, as well as a variety of gelato flavors.

 

The Coffee House by CHOMP

1693 Mission Dr., D103, Solvang

805-697-7708

thecoffeehousesolvang.com


Coffee shop in the heart of Solvang dedicated to serving the community with great coffee, tea, delicious baked goods, and friendly faces.

 

Good Seed Coffee

1607 Mission Dr., Solvang

805-693-2132

goodseedcoffeeboutique.com


A boutique roastery located in the Santa Ynez Valley. Full menu available, including coffee, tea, bakery items, v/gf, kombucha, and nitro.

 

Mortensen's Danish Bakery

1588 Mission Dr., Solvang

805-688-8373

mortensensbakery.com


Nestled in the heart of Solvang in the Petersen Village Square is Mortensen’s Danish Bakery. This quaint bakery and café is still run by it's original owners of over 40 years. Using old world recipes from Ove Mortensen, a Danish baker from Copenhagen, Denmark it's still an all time favorite. 

 

Old Danish Fudge Kitchen

441 Alisal Rd., Solvang

805-688-9932

solvangfudge.com


Fudge, pretzels with sharp cheddar cheese, caramel apples, Danish Butter Cookies, salt water taffy and other

delectable sweet treats.

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