Restaurants near Ballard

“I always enjoy going to the one on Ballard and los alamos Bob ,Caesar ,Maria ,Josiline and Rachel are always so awesome.”

“Absolutely wonderful! A must visit if you are in the area !”

“Just ordered 2 hot mocha coffees. Didn't expect much...wow! Truly delicious! Usually, these coffee shops have bitter coffee. Not this one. Highly recommend.”

“Amazing Reuben! Thanks Sarah!”

“Pleasant local place to stop for Mediterranean fare. I had a Lamb Shawarma wrap that was great. Outdoor/indoor.”

“Indoor and outdoor dining. The food and the service are wonderful! Top notch local ingredients. Way to go Feast!”

“Grappolo in Santa Ynez is a true gem. The food is amazing — bar none, the best ravioli we have ever had. The special pumpkin ravioli was out of this world — we can’t stop talking about it and will probably be dreaming about this dish for the next week. You have to try it! We also had the lemon caper sole, which was equally delicious and perfectly prepared. As self-proclaimed foodies, our expectations were high, but Grapolo far exceeded every one of them. Our server Eric made the evening even more memorable with his warm and attentive service. The quaint ambiance transported us straight to Tuscany — it felt like dining at a family-run hillside restaurant, authentic and second to none. We will absolutely be back — no matter what. Grapolo is a must-visit in Santa Ynez!”

“We absolutely loved our visit to Pence Winery! Tristan was an exceptional host, providing a wonderful tour of the winery and sharing fascinating insights into the winemaking process while showcasing the beautiful, expansive property.
Of course, the true highlight was the wine—every pour was outstanding. We especially enjoyed the small-batch Pinot Noir and the Chardonnays, both of which were exceptional.
We were so impressed with the entire experience that we joined the wine club and are already looking forward to our next visit. Highly recommended for anyone looking for great wine, stunning scenery, and warm hospitality!”

“This is our go-to occasion (birthday, anniversary, small milestones) restaurant. The portions are a good size, service is good, we’ve never had anything bad.”

“We were so hot touring Solvang and wanted to go into the first gelato place we could find... and we are so glad it was Via Gelateria! I had the hazelnut gelato and the salted caramel. Delicious!! Just what we needed to cool down.”

“Amazing taste with a homemade vibe.”

“The Mercedes Benz luxury electric car experience was made extra special because of The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern’s beautiful grounds and ambiance. The small town feel and picturesque landscape was so inviting, so I took a walked around the specially shops.”

“Service was excellent, dinner suggestions were great and we loved our whole experience. Highly recommend”

“Great food, wine, and ambience. They also have a petting zoo for kids, and they host parties too.”

“The venue itself is pretty nice. However. When there's special events, I think there should be more than one person serving. It took awhile for us to order or get our refills. I'm sure it's a much better service when it's not a special occasion. But, their biggest event is the Christmas parade time. They should have still been prepared. Their little patio area is very nice.”

“Awesome place with amazing tacos. Unfortunately we ordered a Gordita with the guacamole on the side and it was not received as such. Which was a bummer due to a member of our party having food allergies. Other than that you cant miss the place and i highly recommend the cheek and al pastor. The home made tortillas were 👌”

“It was nice and the atmosphere was great”

“We came here after visiting another winery in the morning. The food was great. Beautiful outdoor seating! Our wine tasting person was named Cheryl. She was fantastic! It was a really great experience!”

“Always fantastic here cheers!”

“good service the cheese and flight worked out”

“To put things in perspective, I simply love the taste of pure coffee. I admire the elegant bean from drip to espresso. With this and even beyond into the fancy-pants lattes and holiday drinks, Queen Cup is always sure to tip the balance toward the beans — making certain the presence of coffee shines above all else. Behold, the vanquishers of goopy syrup and cloying drinks — Queen. Cup. Coffee. ☕🏆 ...oh yes, and their teas are rather quite lovely. 🧐🤌”

“We had a delicious pizza very good, oh, and the wine was superb!”

“Amazing customer service. I ordered the birria bagel but didn’t realize the meat option. I went and asked to change my order to Greek bagel which she did! And everything we ordered was delicious!”

“My new favorite winery in Santa Barbara County. I came for the Syrahs but was hooked by the Grenache. If you've not tried the Grenache here, you're in for a real treat. The tasting room and outdoor patio are beautiful. The staff were attentive and knowledgeable, never feeling rushed although it was quite busy.”

“Great wine tasting experience with Danika. She has great knowledge and passion for wine. We enjoyed the delicious Pinot Noirs and Syrahs from Alma Rosa. Indoor or outdoor seating available. Hidden gem in Solvang. Cheers!”

“My husband and I ate lunch here for the first time. So good and the prices are very reasonable. We will be back Alex!”

“My granddaughter and I are writing a review together! We love your smoothies here and the whole atmosphere! The servers are friendly and kind, and the smoothies are delicious and all different varieties! The Boba’s are fun too, and the little knickknacks they sell are also great! I recommended them highly in Solvang!!😋”

“Husband and I decided to stop by due to the amazing reviews and photos of the sushi. We were eager to try as we were visiting from LA/OC. And we LOVED it. We felt it was better than most of the spots we had in LA and in OC.

The quality, fish to rice ratio, and the level of service and kindness from Brian was all such a pleasure to experience. The rice was also so good and perfectly flavored. The tuna and scallop sushi were delicious and memorable. Almost every bite was savored and enjoyed.

Brian even wrote us some wineries to check out on the guest check list despite being super busy. We really appreciated his hospitality and energy. And we were able to try the cheesecake which was absolutely incredible.

Please come visit and try the sushi here! Totally worth it and support a beautiful family business!

Thank you Brian for the amazing meal and winery recommendations! :)”

“Visited Los Alamos for work. Found Na Na Thai thru a rec with the crews for dinner. Everything was delicious.

Most standout for me is the Gai Tod (fried chicken) crispy and flavorful combined with nam jim jaew - 10/10 highly recommended.
Tom Kha Gai soup creamy with coconut and lemongrass are must try, you can eat it with jasmine rice. I mixed it with the Kao Pad “Du Jour” (fried rice) with salted Halibut (I believe). Can’t stop eating!!
For dessert, highly recommended Mama Ice Cream (Coconut ice cream/ shaves with passion fruit) - top left and Banana fritters - bottom left. If you’re fan of less sweet dessert, you should try the tapioca pearls with dragon fruit and palm sugar.

Definitely recommended if you have a chance to visit Los Alomos 🙌🏻”

“Best wine in the Central Coast. Great experience at the family vineyard, feeding goats and tasting grapes right from the vine!”