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Best Historic Restaurants in Santa Ynez Valley

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A photo of Mattei's Tavern restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(691)
$$$$
• American • Los Olivos
Booked 20 times today
We ran the table on the menu and it was all so good. Excellent friendly waitstaff. Casual elegance.
A photo of Clark's Oyster Bar - Montecito restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(393)
$$$$
• Seafood • Montecito
Booked 33 times today
Perfect afternoon in the sunshine. Made our anniversary very special.
A photo of RH Firehouse Grill at RH Montecito restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(343)
$$$$
• American • Montecito
Booked 27 times today
beautiful setting. sat by the fireplace. it rained but we were shielded by the roof. Mocktails were really good i wanted the beef dip sandwich and they’ve replaced it with a steak sandwich. so i ordered the Cesar with grilled shrimp. soooo delicious….. To my surprise they also brought me a complimentary steak sandwich to try unbelievable. it was so good !!!!
A photo of Lucky's - Montecito restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3237)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Montecito
Booked 27 times today
My husband and I have been dining at Lucky’s Montecito and bringing friends and family for 20+ years. I cannot think of any time over the years that we have a “bad experience.” It’s always top notch h in every way whether it’s just a table for 2 or a birthday dinner for 10. We live in Santa Barbara and we love Lucky’s and Tre Lune.
A photo of The Speakeasy at San Ysidro Ranch restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(73)
$$$$
• American • Montecito
Booked 17 times today
Amazing speakeasy. The ambience was awesome along with the singer and atmosphere. The food and drinks were great and the gardens outside were absolutely beautiful. If you’re visiting the area, you have to visit this speakeasy. Absolutely wonderful experience.
A photo of Pico restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(35)
$$$$
• Farm-to-table • Los Alamos
Booked 10 times today
Food was the best. Service was even better. Overall the best all around!
A photo of Finch & Fork restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1918)
$$$$
• American • Santa Barbara
Booked 9 times today
One of my favorite places to be this time of year. Very quiet except for conversation and a groovy ambient music playlist, perfect for a solo dinner and monthly intention setting. Robert always greets me like a friend, and the servers are nice and attentive without being intrusive. Food is always great, and wine options are yummy+local. Can't go wrong.
A photo of Arnoldi's Cafe restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(970)
$$$$
• Italian • Santa Barbara
Booked 29 times today
Food, service, and overall environment was outstanding. Desert was incredible, magnificent restaurant and great overall selection for a date night.
A photo of Dom's Taverna restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(251)
$$$$
• Basque • Santa Barbara
Booked 17 times today
We love Dom’s and are so excited to have a great Basque restaurant in town. The variety of pintxos are awesome and the cioppino is excellent with a lovely spice level. Dom is very friendly and great to chat with about the food. It has quickly become one of our favorite spots in town.
A photo of Black Sheep Restaurant + Bar restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1038)
$$$$
• Californian • Santa Barbara
Booked 16 times today
Wonderful food and service. They take pride in adding impeccable detail in everything they serve.

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  • Maya
    California Central Coast •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Food was the best. Service was even better. Overall the best all around!
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    Pico$$$$• Farm-to-table• Los Alamos
    •
    4.8
  • MarkGold
    Denver / Colorado •81 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Perfect afternoon in the sunshine. Made our anniversary very special.
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    Clark's Oyster Bar - Montecito$$$$• Seafood• Montecito
    •
    4.6
  • Teralyn Renea
    California Central Coast •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    One of my favorite places to be this time of year. Very quiet except for conversation and a groovy ambient music playlist, perfect for a solo dinner and monthly intention setting. Robert always greets me like a friend, and the servers are nice and attentive without being intrusive. Food is always great, and wine options are yummy+local. Can't go wrong.
    More info
    Finch & Fork$$$$• American• Santa Barbara
    •
    4.7
  • Jeff
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 29, 2026
    We ran the table on the menu and it was all so good. Excellent friendly waitstaff. Casual elegance.
    More info
    Mattei's Tavern$$$$• American• Los Olivos
    •
    4.7
  • danaGold
    California Central Coast •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 9, 2026
    Amazing speakeasy. The ambience was awesome along with the singer and atmosphere. The food and drinks were great and the gardens outside were absolutely beautiful. If you’re visiting the area, you have to visit this speakeasy. Absolutely wonderful experience.
    More info
    The Speakeasy at San Ysidro Ranch$$$$• American• Montecito
    •
    4.8
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