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Dinning in the Valley
DINING - BALLARD
Bob’s Well Bread Bakery
2449 Baseline Avenue, Suite 101, Ballard
805-691-9549
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
The Lucky Hen currently consists of four departments:
Panino
3569 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez
805-688-9304
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Fudge, pretzels with sharp cheddar cheese, caramel apples, Danish Butter Cookies, salt water taffy and other
delectable sweet treats.