26 Best Wine Bars near Santa Ynez

“what a great night out as far as i can remember 😬😁! Great tasting wine three bottles made me sleep well later , the band The new vibe were great and even took the time for a little chat with us and photos , thanks for looking after us and being so friendly hope to make it back again soon !“

“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!“

“good service the cheese and flight worked out“

“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.“

“Phenomenal wines!. Blake is exceptional and knowledgeable and makes every trip there worthwhile. (They are appointment only.)“

“Always fantastic here cheers!“

“The best wine , atmosphere, and the greatest staff“

“I love visiting this spot to taste the incredible wines that Michael and Maureen curate from some of the best local winemakers who don’t have tasting rooms of their own. The setting is beautiful, the atmosphere is relaxed, and the wine selection is always outstanding. Highly recommended!“

“I had a great time last month at Holus Bolus. Amy has an exciting winemaking style that showcases the best of what the Santa Rita Hills can be. It was also great to hear about her experiences making wine and plans for the future of her brand.“

“We had the opportunity to visit Grimm's Bluff and were blown away. We loved the private vineyard tour. The grounds were beautiful and we learned so much from Ashlyn as she introduced us to the property. The wine is STUNNING - unique and delicious, and different from SY valley. Ashlyn was a wonderful host and we can't wait to come back.“

“Beautiful scenery, fabulous wines and charming hosts!“

“Love this place! Had a great experience with friends. That atmosphere is very relaxing. The wine is great!“

“Natalie was a great host and the wine was delicious. We left with a bottle. 😊 🍷“

“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!“

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

“The wines are phenomenal, thus why my wife and became members a few years ago. This Gleason Family winery is also a very attractive and amazing facility. The grounds are beautiful, and the tasting room gets you right into the ranch vibe. The staff that work here are by far the reason we love to come. There is a lot of amazing wine in the valley but it is the people wine educators and the rest of the staff that make this place the one you want to come to. The staff here to include Dean, Janet, and a special shout out to our special Susan all make us feel like family. We try and make the drive up whenever we can to visit and see our friends here at Refugio Ranch. Thanks again to all of you for making this place a wonderful spot to spend our weekends. They also have the private Ranch tasting at the vineyard for members which is a very special treat. If you are in the area please come in and visit!“

“These wines are beautiful, layered, nuanced. Sourced from meticulously farmed vineyards. Sunshine's blanc de blancs is exquisite, one of my favorite wines in all of the Santa Ynez Valley. The tasting room is less subtle. It's a glitterbomb of disco balls and sparkly rainbows that, once your eyes adjust, will warm a chilled heart. The staff is perfectly paired with the setting - cheerful, radiant, sincere. The wines in combination with the service and setting may make you, for a short time, believe in humanity again.“

“Some of the best musicians locally and across the US have come to play here. The sound system is stellar, created by Chris Pelonis owner, and professional sound studio engineer. The surroundings warm and intimate with beautiful guitars glowing under amber lights on the wall. A locals retreat, and tourists delight.“

“We stopped here after going to Solvang Brewery because we wanted to bar hop but no are specifically trying other beers in the area. We were surprised to walk into a beer shop with a nice gentleman who could tell we looked lost but when I asked about the bar the said it was a membership bar but since it was our first time he let us in as visitors with a pass to what I now know is a speakeasy. Super cool entrance which explains unassuming the beer shop. We were welcomed and impressed by the beer selection on tap. The server was very knowledgeable and the patrons were all extremely friendly and welcoming. We struck up a few conversations about beer, about the locals and just general chit chat with good beer and good people. They also sell snacks and there's an outdoor patio and games to play, things to read, and just a very cool atmosphere overall. Nothing snooty or pretentious about this place. It's great to be in a comfortable setting with mature adults who just love beer! Highly recommend place to chill and slavtually conversate with fellow beer admirerers. We would definitely go back and if you're local a membership is worth it.“

“Leonardo's never disapoints. The food is fantastic and the staff is great.“

“My wife and I went here last night for our 21st anniversary dinner and it was absolutely perfect. Our server was super kind and explained the menu to us.

We started with the seasonal salad, which was spinach with some roasted beets and figs and pistachios. It was super good for our main entrée. My wife went with the salmon and I went with the steak Fritos. Our server told us that the duck fries were legendary and he was not incorrect.

We really enjoyed our meal here and we ended it by getting the caramel crème brûlée. The service was great and we really enjoyed this place. If you’re interested in coming here I would definitely put this on your list.“

“My boyfriend and I made one of our first great memories here. We always have a wonderful time.The Owner and Staff always take great care of us and will definitely keep us coming back. Thank you High Roller Tiki Lounge! See you soon.“

“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!“

“Osteria Grappolo was a welcome relief on a rainy, cold winter night. The service was attentive, atmosphere warm and inviting. The food was good, I reduced it a star because it wasn't hot when it arrived at our table.
Pro Tip - Ask for their seasonal drink - they're inventive and use local ingredients.“

“Delicious food and service.“