7 Best Cocktail Bars near Santa Ynez

“We had a great experience at SY Kitchen. We started with an arugula salad that was so unique and the pairing of flavors was just perfect!! Our oxtail pasta was superb, our server was gracious, friendly and competent. Everyone we interacted with made us feel welcome and valued. Oops, almost forgot - don't skip the tiramisu!!“

“This hidden gem in the valley is worth discovering! From the inviting atmosphere to the delectable, indulgent food and welcoming staff, you'll love the sophisticated yet unpretentious vibe at The Victor. Highly recommend dining outdoors next to the fireplace if the weather permits. With every seat being quite cozy, you can't go wrong. I loved the fresh, raw oysters, and the tri tip was cooked to perfection. The bearnaise was buttery and herbaceous, pairing perfectly with the steak. The pot de creme for dessert was phenomenal as well, chocolatey with a hint of sea salt. Reservations highly recommended here. (Brunch was incredible too!)Vegetarian options: Grilled olive bread, carrot ginger soup, Rajas con crema, bruleed brie, black bean burger are all vegetarian. The stuffed peppers are vegan.Parking: There's a parking lot shared by the hotel and that's where the handicap parking is. There's plenty of street parking as well.Kid-friendliness: Although it's upscale there are plenty of accommodations for kids, including a kids menu and high chairsWheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessible through the courtyard shared with the Genevieve hotel. Wheelchair accessible seating both indoors and out. The bar also has Wheelchair accessible seating at the bar top, which is a huge bonus.“

“This hidden gem is such a gorgeous spot in Buellton! Don't miss it when you visit the Santa Ynez Valley! The cocktails are the best I have had in the Valley and the food is superb. Everything is made with such care and is just delicious. The filet mignon is probably the best I have ever had! The restaurant itself is so picturesque and comfortable and the service is impeccable.Parking: Easy to park right by the restaurant!Kid-friendliness: We normally come for date nights but brought our kids this last visit and they were very accomodating!“

“Stopped in for a quick rest while just passing through and ended up making a night of it. Received such welcoming and attentive service from Jacob I completely forgot I was on my way somewhere else. I don't even drink and I've never felt so welcomed in a bar. Jacob took full creative liberty to make easily the best mocktail I've ever had, and made me feel like a guest in someone's home. Great service, amazing ambiance, way too easy to spend a whole night in here. This will be a necessary stop any time I'm anywhere near solvang. Cant wait to be back!“

“Food was good and our server was excellent! We had a lovely dinner! My husband ordered the pork chop and I had sweetbreads that were yummy with a sunchoke purée and capers! We had a delicious bread to start the meal with cocktails! And dessert we had the chocolate soufle that was also delicious! We would recommend it to friends Limited menu choices!“

“Great food, great wines, impeccable service. When I say "Impeccable" i mean it was top notch attentiveness from the reservation through the bill. Friendly, helpful, welcoming, and the food was excellent. California produce and products of incredible quality prepared competently in a delightful setting. An excellent spot for dinner.“

“Beautiful setting! Great place for live music!! Food and drinks are awesome!“