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A photo of The Sports Bar at Chumash restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(21)
$$$$
• American • Santa Ynez
Booked 5 times today
We are long time S.Y.V. residents and have enjoyed all the Chumash have to offer, the shows, the casino and especially the food!!! We took good friends there for lunch who have never experienced the Chumash casino> THEY LOVED IT!!! Reservations were easy to make, the host & hostess were very welcoming and we had requested a booth which was reserved and waiting for us! The server was friendly and very accommodating to us and service was fast!!! The food was excellent!!! One party had the Quinoa salad and said it was "the best" she has ever had! 2 other each had the "Cluck Norris" burger that was perfection, chicken very tender, bun toasted just right and the fries...OMG...both sweet potato and regular fries were delicious!!! My husband had the Patty Burger with onion rings, both items perfectly cooked and he ate the whole thing!!! We will be back, maybe during the world serries...which would be exciting with a house full of people enjoying the game!!! Great place and experience beginning to the end!! Thanks!!!
A photo of Coast Range & Vaquero Bar restaurant
4.4
Awesome(185)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Santa Ynez
Booked 11 times today
Our server, Martha, was outstanding. She unobtrusively took care of all our needs.
A photo of Leonardo Ristorante & Pizzeria restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1613)
$$$$
• Italian • Solvang
Booked 19 times today
Always fantastic family friendly food and staff. Great martinis
A photo of Whiskey 'N Rye restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(426)
$$$$
• Barbecue • Solvang
Booked 12 times today
It was my first time trying Whiskey N Rye and I was not disappointed! The food and service were amazing! The location was in the center of everything! Also, a convenient parking lot right behind the restaurant was perfect! I tried their brunch but will definitely be going back to try their dinner!
A photo of Maverick Saloon restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(43)
$$$$
• American • Santa Ynez
Booked 3 times today
Very fun and lively experience. Highly recommend!
A photo of Arnoldi's Cafe restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(969)
$$$$
• Italian • Santa Barbara
Booked 41 times today
Wonderful time, everything was terrific! We sat outside and felt as though we were somewhere in Tuscany. Staff did a great job of making sure everyone was comfortable since I had my parents with us who are close to age 90. Everyone remarked how wonderful the food was, including the cocktails and appetizers that we ordered. Great time and would highly recommend.
A photo of KANOK restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(17)
$$$$
• Thai • Solvang
Booked 1 time today
Kanok always delivers, whether in house or for takeaway! Great selection of authentic Thai food and always promptly served, with inviting hospitality. Best of all, the food tastes great!
A photo of OKU restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2191)
$$$$
• Asian • Santa Barbara
Booked 54 times today
Our service was EXCELLENT! Rachel was amazing and the food was delicious! Our favorite place.
A photo of LOCAL Montecito restaurant
4.5
Awesome(421)
$$$$
• Californian • Montecito
Booked 8 times today
Excellent experience. The food is delicious. Staff were friendly and professional.
A photo of Ospi Montecito restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(237)
$$$$
• Italian • Santa Barbara
Booked 58 times today
Got to sit outside with our dog, perfect lunch! Loved the Chefs pasta and the eggplant!1

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  • Margy
    California Central Coast •29 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Our server, Martha, was outstanding. She unobtrusively took care of all our needs.
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    Coast Range & Vaquero Bar$$$$• Steakhouse• Santa Ynez
    •
    4.4
  • Catherine
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 24, 2026
    It was my first time trying Whiskey N Rye and I was not disappointed! The food and service were amazing! The location was in the center of everything! Also, a convenient parking lot right behind the restaurant was perfect! I tried their brunch but will definitely be going back to try their dinner!
    More info
    Whiskey 'N Rye$$$$• Barbecue• Solvang
    •
    4.6
  • Miguel
    California Central Coast •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 24, 2026
    We had the Oso Buco, which was amazing! And the short rib, ravioli, which was amazing
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    Leonardo Ristorante & Pizzeria$$$$• Italian• Solvang
    •
    4.8
  • Susanne
    San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 16, 2026
    We are long time S.Y.V. residents and have enjoyed all the Chumash have to offer, the shows, the casino and especially the food!!! We took good friends there for lunch who have never experienced the Chumash casino> THEY LOVED IT!!! Reservations were easy to make, the host & hostess were very welcoming and we had requested a booth which was reserved and waiting for us! The server was friendly and very accommodating to us and service was fast!!! The food was excellent!!! One party had the Quinoa salad and said it was "the best" she has ever had! 2 other each had the "Cluck Norris" burger that was perfection, chicken very tender, bun toasted just right and the fries...OMG...both sweet potato and regular fries were delicious!!! My husband had the Patty Burger with onion rings, both items perfectly cooked and he ate the whole thing!!! We will be back, maybe during the world serries...which would be exciting with a house full of people enjoying the game!!! Great place and experience beginning to the end!! Thanks!!!
    More info
    The Sports Bar at Chumash$$$$• American• Santa Ynez
    •
    4.9
  • Rene
    Greater Boston •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Sep 20, 2026
    Very fun and lively experience. Highly recommend!
    More info
    Maverick Saloon$$$$• American• Santa Ynez
    •
    4.6
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