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About UsWhat They Are Saying
We always enjoy hearing from you. Our goal at the Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Café is to provide you, our customers, with delicious food and wine - and excellent service. So, after you have purchased our wines online or visited us in person at the restaurant, please send us your thoughts by mailing us at info@buysantabarbarawine.com For Reviews and Information:
Read the reviews and feedback from our customers about their experiences here at the Los Olivos Cafe - in the heart of the Santa Barbara County wine country. "A wonderful meal worth the drive! We
were staying in Ojai California visiting friends. We decided to
take a drive to Solvang,a Danish village 25 miles northeast of
Santa Barbara, about a 90 minute drive. We were told to enjoy
the town but not to eat there. We had to drive to Los Olivos and
have lunch at Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Cafe. Better advice
has never been given.We sat outside on the porch and had a great
meal with great service. The assorted olive sampler with 9 different
types was delicious. I had a Reuben and my wife had a burger.
Both were terrific. Hers was cooked exactly as ordered which was
great. After enjoying our meal we looked at their terrific wine
selection. I would say this was our best meal during the week
we were on holiday. 5-Star Rating!" "Outstanding food and wine pairings. Will definitely return!! 5-Star Rating!" -OpenTable Diner Since 2007, Online Customer Review, 4/22/2013 "Our party of ten was well satisfied all around. I was in the area to attend the annual Vintner's Festival and had the opportunity to try this restaurant...I was not disappointed. Although others in our group were familiar with this restaurant, it was my first time there, and hopefully, it won't be the last. 5-Star Rating!" -'patc909@yahoo.com', Trip Advisor Review, 4/21/2013 "Stopped for a snack on between tastings and everything ordered was heaven on a plate. Baked Brie, the variety of cheese & fruit tray all the way down to the bread and the best olive oil w/ mixed herbs I've ever had!" -Niki C. of Downtown, San Diego, CA, Yelp Review, 4/20/2013 "We were at the San Ynez wine festival and dined the prior night at the Hitching Post. We wanted something a little lighter. If you like olives I would strongly recommend the olive assortment. Lingered on this while having a glass of albarino. Nice pair. We both had salads. Hers the Jacob salad which she said was very good and mine was green with raspberry, pecan and blue cheese. Quite tasty. This was followed by two past dishes hers was gnoochi and nine orecchiette. Both were good but we agreed the gnoochi was slightly better. You should be hungry because neither of us ate more than half of the entree. I had a glass of Happy Canyon Barrack with my entree which was the best wine I had all weekend. 5-Star Rating!" -OpenTable Diner Since 2009, Online Customer Review, 4/20/2013 "Great little find! Service was great, food was very good as well. My girlfriend and I came here years ago for a weekend get away and decided to come again. We were just as happy as we were years ago. 5-Star Rating" -OpenTable Diner Since 2007, Online Customer Review, 4/19/2013 "Alba Pizza & Rasberry Salad are the best salad and pizza ever! Such creative combinations of flavor! Sharon was informative, polite, great people skills... all in all fabulous experience!" -Brian D. of Huntington Beach, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 4/19/2013 "Super cute restaurant on a busy street. GREAT for groups! I made a reservation for 20 and they gave us the private room. Delicious food, my fave were the BAKED BRIE (flaky crust, soft inside) and the Burrata with Beets appetizer. All the ingredients looked great and fresh. Friends ordered the green gnocchi with kale and the ravioli and they loved it! . Good service WILL DEFINITELY GO BACK. 5-Star Rating!" -Tibisay G. of Orange, CA, Yelp Review, 4/15/2013 "We really appreciated Cameron's service and knowledge of the wines, local winemakers and vineyards. He had great recommendations that suited our palates very well! Thank you!" -Cal & Joanne G. of Nipomo, CA, , Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 4/14/2013 "This place is very nice and is great for a relaxing weekend. My boyfriend and I came here on Easter Sunday for lunch. We loved their moscato wine. I am a fan! nts looked great and fresh. Friends ordered the green gnocchi with kale and the ravioli and they loved it! . Good service. 5-Star Rating! " -DJ P. of Laguna Beach, CA, Yelp Review, 4/14/2013 "Karen was just fabulous! What a wonderful evening! Matt was great, too! Sea Smoke was so good." -Glenda S. of Chicago, IL, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 4/14/2013 "The food is so good here... Really really good.. delicious desserts.. great wine... i tried the sole dish and it was amazing.." -Pete S. of Hacienda Heights, CA, Yelp Review, 4/11/2013 "Cool, hip and classy! Visited some friends in the area and had a great lunch at the cafe. Nice variety on the menu and outstanding wine selection. I don't generally drink wine with lunch but the place makes you feel welcome and the Bernat by the glass just seemed to complete the ambiance! 5-Star Rating!" -'psychjudy' of Los Angeles, California, Trip Advisor Senior Contributor, 4/8/2013 "Loved it! Food is great. Love your tapenade and muffaletta." -Debbie H. of Ontario, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 4/6/2013 "Excellent service. We came out of our way on our trip to eat here." -Gary D. Riverside, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 4/4/2013 "Sometimes you get bad food at good restaurants or good food at bad restaurants. But you can't beat getting good food at a good reataurant. 5-Star Rating!" -Bill H of Chino, California, Yelp Review, 4/5/2013 "Don't change a thing. 3 meals: all great. 3 different servers: all great. 2 Hostesses: both great especially the dinner hostess." -Loren J. Imperial, CA, , Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 4/2/2013 "We really appreciated Cameron's service and knowledge of the wines, local winemakers and vineyards. He had great recommendations that suited our palates very well! Thank you!." -Katie S. of Corona, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 4/1/2013 "We stopped at this restaurant for lunch while cycling in the area and liked it so much we went back from dinner. We sat at the bar and our server encouraged us to try the flights of wine even though it was after 5:00pm when they normally stop serving flights. We enjoyed the wines we tasted in the flights and then ordered dinner. I ordered the 3 course dinner of salad appetizer, salmon entre and flourless chocolate cake for dessert. Excellent food and excellent value for $35 including a glass of wine. My husband had the lamb shank, a large portion with the meat falling off the bone. He really enjoyed it with his Petite Sirah. Service from Sharon at the bar was excellent. A great experience! And if you're into cycling, the ride from Los Olivos to Solvang along Ballard Canyon Road is a fantastic ride." -'mcuscgr94' of Santa Ynez, California, Trip Advisor Top Contributor, 3/31/2013 "I am salivating just thinking about Los Olivos Cafe. This food is amazing. Absolutely amazing. Every time I've come here the staff has been wonderful, and the food has been so memorable I can practically taste it again in my mouth just thinking about it." -Madison K. of Orange, CA, Yelp Review, 3/31/2013 "Yummy! Been here twice, best food in SB county. Great, friendly service! Thanks!" -Katie S. of Corona, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 3/30/2013 "We actually ate here twice in two days! Once for lunch, once for dinner. Both meals were outstanding with lots of locally sourced ingredients - everything was very fresh. The stand-out dish was the Butternut Squash Caprese Salad. We had it both meals and will be trying to make it ourselves at home! The wine list was excellent and the mark up isn't bad at all. 5-Star Rating!" -OpenTable Diner Since 2009, Online Customer Review, 3/26/2013 "Thank you very much. Always a great place for us." -Brian H. of the Los Angeles, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 3/22/2013 "We loved the special.....Halibut. It wasn't too heavy, but wonderful and a perfect meal. We love eating there when we are in town (usually twice a year) and we always introduce new people to Los Olivos Cafe. They end up loving it as well. I appreciate a meal that isn't too heavy and decadent, but rather healthy and flavorful. Great food & atmosphere! 5-Star Rating!" -OpenTable Diner Since 2013, Online Customer Review, 3/22/2013 "After our full day of vineyard adventures in santa barbara, we decided to have dinner at los olivos wine merchant & cafe (after reading a bunch of reviews).Immediately fell in love with the place just from the outside!Iordered the ravioli, which they make in house. Mushrooms, ricotta, cream and parmesan ($16, a steal!). It was delicious! You have to get this. It was a lovely place to end a wonderful day at the vineyards." -'fabliss' of Los Angeles, California, WordPress Blog Review, 3/22/2013 "Exceeded our expectations for a special event dinner. Joanne was an exemplary server from wine suggestions to being attentive; yet not intrusive. We shall return!" -Jeanne H. Lancaster of California, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 3/20/2013 "We dined here for a 30th wedding anniversary celebration on 3/20/13. Our experience was positive on all levels. Our server Joann was the perfect blend of attentive yet unobtrusive. She was also very knowledgeable in suggesting wine pairings with our selected entrees. Food was superb, as was the ambience and decor. A special treat was being able to purchase a few bottles of the same wine we enjoyed with our dinner. Overall the experience exceeded any expectations we had. We will definitely recommend this gem to others and hope to return on future trips to the Santa Ynez area. 5-Star Rating!" -Michael and Jeanne Holub, OpenTable Diner since 2005, 3/20/2013 "Karen was great! The food was great! We will be back. Thank you." -Tom & Denise H. of Los Olivos, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 3/19/2013 "This is a cozy little restaurant with a four-sided fireplace. They serve an assortment of sandwiches and salads...as well as one of the largest wine selections I have ever seen. The bottles cover the full length of one wall of the restaurant. Plus, there is an outdoor seating area if you want to people watch while you eat. I've been here twice now while wine tasting in Los Olivos and haven't been disappointed.." -'HProckstar' of Pasadena, CA, Senior TripAdvisor Contributor, 3/18/2013 "Memorable Cuisine! I chose mushroom ravioli and I can honestly say it was divine; the type of meal you eat slowly to savor every bite. Our 24-year old son has traveled throughout Italy sampling Bolognese and his was excellent. As before, the servers were attentive without being over the top; they know about the food and wine being served and it's obvious they care about pairings; the wine list is of course excellent. And the interior is chic but not at all intimidating. We'd recommend it for a romantic couples dinner or dinner with friends.5-Star Rating!." -'ArtMajor' of Washington, DC, Senior TripAdvisor Reviewer, 3/18/2013 "Good! Good! Good! What A treat, service good, gooood food, atmosphere good. No rush, relax and enjoy, go and enjoy, lovely city." -'a a' of Atlanta, Georgia, Senior TripAdvisor Reviewer, 3/15/2013 "Been my favorite... for years. Thought I would comment that I really like the people here and appreciate having tennis on the tube. Also, impressed that the person who chooses beers on tap has good insight. Hoppy Poppy or Stone IPA both good choices!" -Verne of Los Olivos, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 3/13/2013 "It was so good that we drove back from Santa Barbara the next day to eat there again. 5-Star Rating!" -OpenTable Reviewer, OpenTable Diner since 2010, 3/13/2013 "Love this place! Thank you for being so accommodating of our two dogs. Service, taste, ambiance all perfect!"Olivia H. of Los Angeles, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 3/11/2013 "So good! We drove up 154 from Santa Barbara to just have lunch. We split the tasting menu for $29 which was a 3 course meal with 3 different wines. My husband had a separate wine. Everything was fresh and delicious. Lots of variety, beautiful presentation... It was a great way to really savor how the wine and food complemented each other... It's the only place we care to eat or to try wines. 5-Star Rating!" -'SueJZab' of Edgewood, New Mexico, Trip Advisor Reviewer, 3/10/2013 "I can't say enough to convey how wonderful Karen is. She is truly an asset you have here!" -Vanessa of Los Angeles, California, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 3/10/2013 "Kyle was very attentive, friendly, and so helpful. He recommended a FABULOUS wine which we purchased afterward to take home. Food was phenomenal!" -Anne D., Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 3/10/2013 "Los Olivos Cafe provides a consistently outstanding dining experience. Their approach to California cuisine, in their lively and eclectic environment never misses. Salads are inventive (butternut caprese), and well-presented. The entrees ( pork tenderloin and short ribs) were delicious and satisfying to some very hungry diners. Service is attentive, but not cloying. And, the wine service to food pairings is perfectly executed. 5-Star Rating!" -OpenTable Diner Since 2007, Online Customer Review, 3/9/2013 "Wow one of the best in the area! 5-Star Rating!" -OpenTable Diner Since 2011, Online Customer Review, 3/9/2013 "Chris was awesome! Great experience. Will be back soon." -Luis F. of Moorpark, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 3/9/2013 "Cameron's knowledge & love of wine really made our lunch special. Don't let him go! Great food!" -Bill F. of Sonora, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 3/7/2013 "Great for business lunch meeting! Food and service were top notch. We will come back again for sure. 5-Star Rating!" -OpenTable Diner Since 2011, Online Customer Review, 3/5/2013 "My wife and I just had dinner here this weekend. The food was fantastic and the service was amazing. If you're staying for the night, I highly recommend dining here. I'd even recommend going there each night if staying for the weekend. We tried another restaurant the next night and ended up wishing we had come back to this one instead. The selection of wine is enormous, but the sommelier really helps pair a good glass with dinner so it's not overwhelming. He also didn't try to up sell us on a wine out of our comfort zone on price.Next time we're in Los Olivos, we'll be heading here again for sure. 5-Star Rating!" -Randy B. of Los Angeles, CA, Yelp Review, 3/4/2013 "Delicious pizza! You have my favorite cheese... Lamb Chopper. Great service both days. The gnocchi was also good." -Wendy & Tyson of Ventura, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 3/3/2013"Delicious pizza! You have my favorite cheese... Lamb Chopper. Great service both days. The gnocchi was also good." -Wendy & Tyson of Ventura, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 3/3/2013 "Great lunch spot, great variety, reasonably priced! Four of us came here for lunch today and we had such a great meal. We started with the chicken wings to share. They were nicely seasoned with a light sweet sauce. I ordered the Ruben. Wow, it was real hand carved corned beef with sauerkraut and a light dressing on toasted rye. The French fries are fantastic, crispy and salty. My wife had the spinach salad. It was full of pears, blue cheese, radicchio, red onions and walnuts. Our friend had the soprosetta pizza which was very tasty. Crust was perfect and the sauce and toppings were great. Ice tea is flavored, but not too fruity. Nice dessert menu, but we passed this time. 5-Star Rating!" -'JoeAndNicole' of Ontario, CA, Trip Advisor Review, 3/2/3013 "Herman is a great waiter with a great attitude!" -Doug M.of Mission Viejo, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 3/2/2013 "Great service, great food!" -Lisa & Nigel P., Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 3/2/2013 "Great menu and service. Oh, and the food is great too.Favorites on the menu: Butternut Caprese Salad, Salmon Salad, Chicken Curry Salad, BBQ Brisket Sandwich, Cafe Turkey Sandwich.....it's all good!!" -J A F.of Santa Maria, CA, Yelp Review, 3/1/2013 "We did a late lunch and the food was fresh and well prepared. It arrived quickly too! Great service. 5-Star Rating!" -M B.of San Diego, CA, Yelp Review, 2/28/2013 "We recommend that your excellent Chef publish a cook book to be sold on the premises." -Mark L.of Woodland Hills, CA 2/27/2013 "It's a welcoming place. That's what we need on vacation! Than you. We had a great time." -F.S.of Montreal, Canada, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 2/27/2013 "Wonderful food. Lovely place to enjoy. Thank you." -Irene L.of Independence, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 2/25/2013 "We really enjoyed our dining experience. Thank you." -Mike & Marilyn of Nipomo, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 2/22/2013 "Chef & waitress made me BBQ Chicken Pizza which was not on the menu, but still made it for us!" -Tim H. of Long Beach, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 2/19/2013 "Enjoyed our meal very much and viewing the extensive wine selection." -OpenTable Diner Since 2010,Online Customer Review,02/18/2013 "Cameron was very, very helpful & we're happy to return to the Cafe often." -Paulette of San Diego, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 02/15/2013 "Nice evening dinner. Comfortable for conversations and good food!" -OpenTable Diner Since 2013 Online Customer Review, 02/14/2013 "Keep up the good work. We love it here. You guys are the best." -Ron R.of Thousand Oaks, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 2/14/2013 "Love this place!!! Laurie was awesome!" -Ben H.of Long Beach, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 2/14/2013 "What a great find. Well worth the trip.5-Star Rating." -OpenTable Diner Since 2013, Online Customer Review, 02/13/2013 "The service and the quality of food at this restaurant is superb! I highly recommend the $35.00 SIDEWAYS tasting dinner. The dinner consisted of a very tasty mushroom soup, an entree order of the short ribs with a glass of wine concluding with a dessert of warm chocolate cake topped with vanilla ice cream! It was the best! Loved it! Thank you Los Olivos Wine Merchant Cafe! 5-Star Rating!" -Louie A. of Pasadena, CA, Yelp Review, 2/8/2013 "Wonderful lunch, good service, will be back!" -Barbara P.of Chicago, IL, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 2/5/2013 "Lovely service. We like the music, ambiance, food & wine. All staff were professional, friendly & caring" -John E.of FL, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 2/4/2013 "Kyle was an awesome server & very knowledgeable. Thank you for a great lunch.!" -Jill B.of Chicago, IL, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 2/4/2013 "We read the review on Yelp and went there for lunch. Loved it! It was so yummy! We had the baked Brie appetizer and I wanted to lick the plate clean. We shared the tortilla soup and they had a special steak sandwich that day. The place was packed and everyone was friendly. I noticed that the service was pretty impeccable. Every waiter would make sure you were being taken care of even if it wasn't your particular waiter. I say if your in Los Olivos go and have lunch at the merchant cafe. 5-Star Ratings!" -Martin B. of Los Angeles, CA, Yelp Review, 2/3/2013 "Great atmosphere and food! Mushroom ravioli was amazing. Gnocchi was just okay but everything else was great (burger, salads)! Great stop for lunch during a day of wine tasting tours." -OpenTable Diner since 2012, Online Customer Review, 2/02/2013 "Great atmosphere and food! Mushroom ravioli was amazing. Gnocchi was just okay but everything else was great (burger, salads)! Great stop for lunch during a day of wine tasting tours." -OpenTable Diner since 2012, Online Customer Review, 2/02/2013 "Good! Definitely refer friends. We will come back. Excellent variety of menu items and wine/beer" -'Rick & Joanne of Sacramento, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 1/30/2013 "Nice Balance of Casual & Upscale! Great wine prices. Great menu that features a balance between casual fare and well conceived, upscale entrees and appetizers. This place hasn't rested on its laurels and we expected a certain haughtiness that was never evident at any time during our visit. Recommend highly. 5-Star Rating." -'NorthsideNovice' of Cumming, Georgia, Trip Advisor Reviewer, 1/29/2013 "Well Priced, Excellent Food, Nicely Decorated !! I had lunch at the Los Olivos Wine merchant with my step mother. The food was fresh and well prepared. The place is beautiful and the presentation was well done. The service was attentive. This place was a nice surprise. It was excellent and very well priced. 5-Star Rating." -'adamlipson' of Nyack, New York, Trip Advisor Top Contributor, 1/27/2013 "One of the best dining experiences we ever had. Joann was very helpful with wine selection for our meal. Thank you." -Tim L. of Paso Robles, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 1/25/2013 "Nice ambiance. Wait staff was very attentive and friendly. The butternut squash ravioli was great and tasted my husband's trout, which was excellent. We'd definitely go back." -Renee G. of Thousand Oaks, CA, Yelp Review, 1/24/2013 "Enjoyed the fixed price 3 course dinner for only $20. Visited during the week of 20 January when several restaurants offer a fixed price limited menu with great values. Spectacular wine selection here!" -'LenKinSanJose' of San Jose, California, Trip Advisor Top Contributor, 1/23/2013 "The best Gem! We loved everything about our evening. We had asked for a table beside the fireplace, but it was still occupied so we took one elsewhere - didn't matter at all. Our server was outstanding, attentive but not overly so. Dishes were picked up, or delivered by whoever was walking by at the moment - so it is a real team effort. We shared a casear salad which was outstanding - and we both ordered the classic salmon because it had been so long since we had tasted it last. It was still outstanding. The salmon was cooked perfectly, the potatoes and veggies crisp and fresh. Our Longoria Pinot Noir (yes, with fish), was perfect for our pallet.This is now local restaurant to go to. 5-Star Rating!" -OpenTable Diner since 2009, Online Customer Review, 1/22/2013 "We are now a regular! We came in because of the special for $20.13 but ended up knowing that we will return often. The food was great but the service was outstanding including the owner/manager who stopped by our table when we were leaving to see if there was anything else we needed. Thank you for a very enjoyable experience. 5-Star Rating!" -Sharon, OpenTable Diner since 2013, Online Customer Review, 1/22/2013 "Got two bottles of wine, server said popular, loved her (Laurie). 1st time, we will be back." -Cate M. of Avila Beach, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 1/20/2013 "Enjoyed the restaurant week menu. It was wonderful. Had the butternut squash ravioli and the trout. Sat at the bar and really enjoyed the vibe. Our waiter, Cameron, was fantastic!" -Lon & Pam C. of Palm Desert, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 1/20/2013 "George was so excellent! Made it a great experience." -Jessica R. of Summerland, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 1/19/2013 "Absolutely awesome dining experience! Thank you! : )" -Jay P. of San Jose, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 1/18/2013 "Karen is the best ever. Have been coming here for many years & she always treats us very special!!" -Teri C. of Goleta, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 1/18/2013 "Loved everything! Karen is fantastic & recommends amazing wines! Our favorite restaurant in the Valley!" -Mark C. of LA, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 1/17/2013 "Wish we could come back next week or Valentines Day!!" -Helena B. of Sydney, Australia, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 1/14/2013 "Our server was amazing! He was amazing pairing our wines. Thanks." -Cyndi B. of LA, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 1/11/2013 "We love this place. It's hard to try anything else." -Araceli Z. of Moorpark, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 1/9/2013 "We have enjoyed your food for 17 years. We always order the fish special and have been rewarded with excellent, innovative fish dishes." -James D. of Santa Ynez, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 1/7/2013 "We went for a late lunch which was affordable and filling. Sat right next to the fire place while we enjoyed a great olive appetizer ($8.00) that was very generous portions. We also shared a gourmet pizza ($14.00). Between that and the delicious bread with seasoned dipping oil they bring to your table, we were stuffed. My fiance also had creme brulee ($8.00) and I the wine flight (3- 2oz pours $10.00). All was great from the ambiance to the staff to the food! We will definitely come here again. 5-Star Rating!" -'ctunnell' of Chico, California, Trip Advisor Senior Contributor, 1/6/2013 "Far exceeded expectations!" -Adam L. of NY, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 1/5/2013 "Recommended by Krystal at Riverbranch Winery. Great recommendation! The bread was awesome -- almost like cake. The baked Brie - excellent! The burger was pretty good. Service outstanding even on a busy Saturday." -Matt C. of Ladera Ranch, CA, Yelp Review, 1/5/2013 "This place is absolutely off the charts great. Amazingly fresh food, fantastic wine selection, and super professional service. Classic spot in a very cool little town. I cannot wait to get back here again. 5-Star Rating!" -Loves2garden' of Houston, Texas, Trip Advisor Reviewer, 1/4/2013 "Excellent food and wine, private back room or fireplace seating. Recommend this stop on the wine tasting circuit. The fire is cozy and wine list extensive. The food is very good." -Loves2garden' of Houston, Texas, Trip Advisor Reviewer, 1/4/2013 "A wonderful server! Great atmosphere. Thank you for everything!" -Sarah Orange of County, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 1/4/2013 "Thank you. Everything was wonderful!" -Melissa T. of Lompoc, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 1/3/2013 "You have to make the trip, of course, and you *have* to make the trip. Though the town was mostly closed up New Year's day, we drove forty-five minutes from Santa Barbara just to enjoy the restaurant and to have a lovely meal. I saved room for the Cafe Scream and thus temporarily quelled my chocolate jones. The hummus/tapenade/muffaleta appetizer is sooo good! My friend loved her burger. And we were seated next to the fire. How often do you get to do that? 5-Star Rating." -OpenTable Diner since 2007, Online Customer Review, 1/2/2013 "Sharon was an excellent server. Her recommendations were spot-on, and she is very courteous and attentive. The food was delicious, especially the cinnamon ice cream." -N.A of Los Angeles, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 1/1/2013 "A Los Olivos Gem!Terrific attitude, tasty food, environment suited to Los Olivos. Doesn't pretend to be more than it is, and thus succeeds in being more than you might have expected." -OpenTable Diner Since 2006, Online Customer Review,12/31/2012 "A must stop!It was our first visit and we will be back on our next trip to the wine country. Outstanding!5-Star Rating." -OpenTable Diner Since 2005, Online Customer Review,12/31/2012 "Another wonderful evening @ Los Olivos Cafe. We'll be back in a few years! Happy New Year!" -Dushyant R. of New York, NY, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 12/31/2012 "Robin was a wonderful server. Thank you." -Muslih of LA, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 12/31/2012 "We were in the area for a couple of days to taste the wine of this region and were recommended this place for lunch by the locals. We couldn't agree more. We had a great tasting lunch, well prepared, and for a good value. The setting is cozy, comfortable, and relaxing. The service was excellent and prompt. They have a good wine list however we chose to simply have water as we were planning to taste some wines after lunch. We enjoyed our lunch experience and would recommend it to anyone who is in the area. 5-Star Rating." -'CCSC2010' of Kalamazoo, Michigan, Trip Advisor Reviewer, 12/30/2012 "It's rare that I don't mind paying $100.00 for lunch, but the food and service were well worth it! Can't wait to come back again. The Rib Eye Special was outstanding! I wish all restaurants offered something comparable to your veggie plate.TY!" -Heidi A.of LA, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 12/27/2012 "Worth the drive! Terrific food, great service, amazing wine list. We drove up from Thousand Oaks for lunch and it was well worth the 2 hour drive! 5-Star Rating." -OpenTable Diner Since 2009, Online Customer Review, 12/27/2012 "We met with our son and his wife for a holiday celebration and were not disappointed! Great food, great wine and a relaxed atmosphere. The noise level made conversation a bit difficult.( we sat inside as it was cold) This is a great find!" -OpenTable Diner Since 2012, Online Customer Review, 12/24/2012 "Always a highlight to come here- Robin has helped us before and is great! Gina was her back up & was great also." -Eric M. of Florida, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 12/24/2012 "Chris was extremely quick & professional... just like we like it!" -William C. of Santa Barbara, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 12/23/2012 "Thanks for your patience with our group that had poorly behaved small children. Much appreciated. Great food. Great wine selection by Matt. Will be back when in the area." -N.A of Southern California, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 12/23/2012 "Another wonderful evening @ Los Olivos Cafe. Thank you." -Dushyant R. of New York,NY 12/23/2012 "One of our favorite restaurants!" -Liz K. of San Luis Obispo, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 12/22/2012 "We come here twice a year and love, love the experience everytime!" -Kelly G. of Simi Valley, CA 12/21/2012 "Great food & service." -Mike N. of Los Angeles, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 12/20/2012 "Karen was very nice, cordial, and helpful." -Tony R. of Santa Maria, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 12/19/2012 "Carefully prepared, delicious meal in a cozy setting.We enjoyed the pasta with chicken sausage and the salmon. Delicious! Server was very attentive and we had a perfect dinner. With wine, of course! 5-Star Rating!" -'palepinkribbon' of Cow Country, CA, Trip Advisor Reviewer, 12/16/2012 "Loved everything" -Mary H. of Lompoc, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, CA 12/19/2012 "George was a great server. He is nice, pleasant and kept an eye on us and has a really nice smile. Thanks so much!" -Lucille S. of Bakersfield, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 12/15/2012 "Always a pleasure." -Ian A. of Buellton, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 12/15/2012 "Good food. Friendly, attentive service" -OpenTable Diner Since 2012, Online Customer Review, 12/13/2012 "A Santa Ynez Valley favorite. We look forward to our visits each year. Karen is a wonderful representative of the restaurant & service you provide." -Marian A. of Canada, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 12/13/2012 "What a gem! A must stop while in wine country. Take a break for lunch and eat here for sure. I had the turkey burger and it was amazing. My wife had a great salad that was very fresh. Excellent!" -Jason B. of Beverly Hills, CA, Yelp Review, 12/09/2012 "Fantastic wine list and food. One of the overall best restaurants on the Central Coast of California! 5-Star Rating!" -Chef Olivia H. of Silverlake, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 12/10/2012 "Awesome food. Came back just for the pizza (alba). Loved the helpfulness of your servers." -OpenTable Diner Since 2007, Online Customer Review, 12/9/2012 "Server was very friendly, knowledgeable and informed!!!" -Arlington P. of Santa Maria,, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 12/03/2012 "This is the best restaurant in the Valley by far & the wine selection is unbelievable! I love coming here & recommend it to everyone who asks me where to eat in the Valley! Keep up the amazing work!" -Nicole S. of Santa Ynez Valley, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 12/2/2012 "Bernat wines are very nice! Congratulations! Server Laurie is excellent!" -Juli M. of Los Angeles, California, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 11/29/2012 "Awesome! My daughter and I had a great time here. Great food. Perfect service with a smile. Can't wait to come back. 5-Star Rating." -Joy Y. of Los Angeles, CA, Yelp Review, 11/27/2012 "I was particularly impressed w/ the ease of ordering gluten free." -Craig S. of Modesto, California, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 11/26/2012 "Great baked Brie and ceased salad. This was a nice place to spend time after a few wine tastings. They had a wonderful wine selection as well. 5-Star Rating. " -Brittany S. of Winter Springs, FL, Yelp Review, 11/26/2012 "Great food, outstanding service, the Ravioles were awesome. 5-Star Rating." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Review, 11/24/2012 "Excellent food! Fabulous restaurant- highly recommend. Please open a branch in Indianapolis! Otherwise I guess we'll have to return to Los Olivos." -Mavin M of Indianapolis, IN, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 11/23/2012 "My favorite restaurant in the area!! 5-Star Rating." -OpenTable Diner Since 2008, Online Customer Review, 11/23/2012 "I think the food is wonderful!! And the sideways tasting is a great deal! Staff is friendly! We love it!" -Kenny H. of San Francisco, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 11/23/2012 "We enjoy coming here. Los Olivos is a great town & we really a effort to be here @ lunch time. We also came up last year for the Jazz & Olive Festival. Outstanding!!" -Arlene B. Agoura Hills, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 11/21/2012 "Great service and food!! Great place to try if you are in the Valley! We always stop here for either a little wine or to have a great dinner. The wine selection is great and the food was impressive to match. If you like a good glass of wine, a great meal, and exceptional service this place is a must stop." -'SDbaby_10' of San Diego, CA, Trip Advisor Reviewer, 11/19/2012 "Lovely table by the fireplace. Very romantic. Thank you Robin." -Pat & Steve of Santa Clara, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 11/19/2012 "The squash caprese was fantastic! (told the Chef so) 5-Star Rating." -Marie B.of San Diego, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 11/16/2012 "Our first time here after several trips to the area. Would definitely come back. Food was even better than expected and especially enjoyed & appreciated Karen's service & menu guidance. She is a valuable asset to your establishment! Cheers!" --Tom F. of Santa Monica, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 11/10/2012 "The squash caprese was fantastic! (told the Chef so) 5-Star Rating." -Marie B.of San Diego, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 11/16/2012 "Hands down best restaurant in the area!! It was so good we went back on night two and it was as great as night one. Night one - Wife and Mother in law ordered the special 3 course meal with glass of wine for $35. What a screaming deal! The salmon was easily best salmon these lips have ever tasted in terms of cooked to perfection. Rarely do you go to restaurant and the fish is cooked to a perfect medium/medium rare. I ordered the lamb shank and it was just awesome, especially the bone marrow which I sucked out like a savage. One of best meals we've ever had.Night two - After such a great meal we had no choice but to go again the next night for dinner to try and recreate the magic. We all ordered something different - Papperdelle Bolognese (delicious and huge portion), mushroom ravioli (rich and creamy) and the short ribs which was a little disappointing as it was little dry and I needed to add salt and pepper. But overall the meal was still great and did not disappoint.Morale of the story, ..We've been to some of the the restaurants in the US and this is in the top 5 in terms of value, taste and overall ambiance. If this place were in San Diego we would go every week.5-Star Rating." -Paul K. of San Diego, CA, Yelp Review,11/5/2012 "After a great day of tasting, my wife and I went to this incredible restaurant.We ordered the olive and arancini appetizers. Both were fantastic. I next went for the Lamb Shank and my wife had short ribs. Both were incredibly delicious, the lamb just fell off of the bone. We also met some great people and were treated like we eat there every week. Our waiter was tremendous in making suggestions and was fully familiar with the menu and the wine. They have an extensive selection of wines for sale and the prices are reasonable. Just a great experience.Bravo! 5-Star-Rating!" -Giovanni S of Rome Italy, Yelp Review, 10/29/2012 "So everyone knows this place was featured in the Sideways movie/tour... but honestly, the food quality is phenomenal and deserves recognition on its own merits. The lamb shank was fall off the bone tender. Seriously, I order lamb whenever I can get it and this place is in the top 5, easy. The spring vegetable ragout was tender w/o being mushy. Oh, and save room for dessert! The "Cafe Sream" (hot fudge brownie & ice cream) needs to finish in your belly. 5-Star Rating!" -Greg P. of Lomita, CA, Yelp Review, 10/15/2012 "Loved the Artisan lunch plate! Good for sharing and nice combination of flavors." -Frances C. of Newport Beach, CA Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 10/4/2012 "Best meal of the trip" -Dr. Silvio Q.of Germany, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 10/2/2012 "Had a lovely lunch with great friends!" -D.C. of Colorado, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 10/1/2012 "My skirtsteak w/ chimichurri was spectacular! Haven't had a bad meal yet here!" -George T. of Sherman Oaks, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 9/30/2012 "My friends & I had a wonderful lunch there recently. Los Olivos is a great little town & this cafe is amazing! Our server was very friendly & accommodating. The food was fantastic & the ambiance was terrific :)I would highly recommend this restaurant if you are ever in Los Olivos or surrounding areas" -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Feedback, 9/30/2012 "Great service! Informative. Passionate. Great experience... we will be back. 5-Star Rating!" -Marc L. of Studio City, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 9/30/2012 "Lunch here was a great way to start out our day of wine tasting. The baked Brie was delicious! Thanks yelp reviewers!! Everything was great. Recommend sitting outside!" -Albet T. of Lancaster, CA, Yelp, 9/22/2012 "I've been to this place a few times over the years during wine tasting trips in beautiful central California and it rocks! My first time going there, I thought it would be a major tourist trap, being popular because of Sideways, but no, the food is excellent, and I'm picky! The brie with port sauce is incredible and their flat bread pizza with mushrooms (sounds so simple!) was outstanding! This is definitely a place you have to try if you are visiting- you will not be disappointed!. 5-Star Rating!" -Kate M. of Lomita, Richardson, Texas, Yelp, 9/14/2012 "They give you bread to start, and the the olive oil, garlic, herb, vinegar concoction is delicious! So much so, that we bought two bottles to take home. 5-Star Rating!" -Ernesto G. of Fountain Valley, CA, Yelp, 9/9/2012 "Saturday August 18..19th wedding anniversary.. "A must when you visit Santa Ynez. Great wine country food and atmosphere. Great for lunch or dinner." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Feedback, 8/2/2012 "Best Chicken Salad!!! So delicious! Food and wine in the heart of Los Olivos Wine Town! The town is extraordinary and it does feel like you are in the movies or something. The weather was perfect and the food, which was really delicious, was complimented by the excellent customer service. They offer an extensive local wine list that is awesome as well." -Amanda H., of Carpinteria, CA, Yelp, 7/29/2012 "All four dishes our group had were excellent as were the desserts." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Feedback, 7/27/2012 "Popular local wine retreat. This is a hard-to-find niche restaurant in booming Los Olivos that is worth the wait - for both lunch and dinner. Outside seating is preferable in the summer but inside will work. Excellent service, tasty food and very extensive California wine selection. I'd make this place a regular stop on my California vacation travels." - 'snooge42' of Hilton Head, South Carolina, Trip Advisor, 7/25/2012 "The food here was amazing. Their pizzas are to die for. We liked the Alba pizza that we had as an appetizer so much, that we went back and had it for lunch the next day. The gnocchi that we ordered was delicious with fresh ingredients and the short ribs were tender and flavorful. The prices were reasonable and the wine list was more than adequate. I would definitely dine here again and recommend it to anyone that was in the area." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Feedback, 7/23/2012 "I love this place! I have been here many times over the years with many different friends and family, meat lovers and vegetarians alike, and it never disappoints! The food is consistently great and the service is friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. The Los Olivos Cafe is by far the best restaurant in the entire area, considering food, service and atmosphere. I would suggest making a reservation for dinner, as they are always busy." -Dawn D., of Playa Del Rey, CA, Yelp, 7/21/2012 "One of my favorite stops. I never leave the Northern region without visiting this place. We always start off with the baked brie, a must have! The wine selection is amazing!We had a reservation and got right in! The wait staff was prompt and very friendly. I did the "Sideways" tasting Menu, with the salad starter and the short ribs, amazing!" -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Feedback, 7/16/2012 "My husband and I came through here on a hot Saturday in June and were very pleased. I had gnocchi with parmesan, pine nuts, favas, and peas, and loved it: the pesto was peppery, the gnocchi hot and pillowy, and the chewy softness of the gnocchi was balanced by the sharpness of the pine nuts and arugula. My husband's duck confit pizza was also delicious. The wine list is (unsurprisingly) deep and local: there are tasting flights available from area vineyards, which are wonderful. Friendly, attentive service and a relaxed atmosphere make this a great stop." -Julia S., of San Francisco, CA, Yelp, 7/3/2012 "Truly a delight! The difference between weekend and weekday in Los Olivas is like night and day. But getting into the Wine Merchant is the same because of the ambiance and food. The staff is quick & courteous. Food is excellent. They have added more restrooms which were desperately needed. The bar is terrific and the wine selection immense. You can buy wines and assorted other wine related products. Worth the drive." -'IrishPrincess57' of Tempe, AZ, Trip Advisor, 7/2/2012 "Quite simply, as close to perfection as it could have been." -Brenda P., of Fort Lauderdale, FL, Yelp, 6/26/2012 "An outstanding restaurant and wine merchant. This restaurant is amazing." -Larry & Barbara V. of Arcadia, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 6/25/2012 "We've been here 5 times & we love it!" -Lon C.. of Texas, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 6/23/2012 "Food was excellent!!! We had an amazing lunch! Our waiter Jay was exceptional! Very attentive and made our Father's day lunch a pleasant experience." -Katie W. of Winter Park, FL, Yelp, 6/18/2012 "Always a great meal. My wife and I have made it a point to have dinner at Los Olivos Cafe when we visit my mother-in-law who lives in Buellton. We found it a few years after seeing Sideways. The food has been very good, the wait staff friendly and knowledgeable about their huge wine list, and the atmosphere very nice. We'll continue the tradition for many years to come we hope" -'chempsych' of New Town, PA, Trip Advisor, 6/18/2012 "Local gem. We asked some of the locals where they went for a meal and this was the place. We went for a late lunch with a glass of wine. Everything was nicely done and the service was great as well.." -'ldgaff' of St Louis, Missouri, Trip Advisor, 6/18/2012 "Jay was very attentive, gracious, accommodating & gave excellent recommendations for a wine purchase & lunch. Thank you Jay." -Maria S. of Santa Ynez, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 6/14/2012 "Jen was fantastic! We had a great time- food delicious!" -David and Kris of Nashville, TN, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 6/13/2012 "Loved the wine bar atmosphere and selection of wines. It feels swanky, but with a more laid back wine country feel and does not seem pretentious. And any of the food I have had here has been delicious (from salads to pizza to entrees). We were there for lunch and they were pleasantly kid-friendly." -Julia S., of Palo Alto, CA, Yelp, 6-12-2012 "As always, we very much enjoyed our wonderful lunch, service and overall experience. Thank you again, Matthew, for your kind consideration and wonderful table for two. Your genuine responsiveness and appreciation toward your locals and patrons in general is the key to your continued success!! See you in July" -Kelly O. of Solvang, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 6/9/2012 "Best meal we've had in the Valley. Awesome service. We'll be back!" -Cammi P. of Santa Ynez Valley, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 6/5/2012 "We love it here and eat here every time we are in the area! Karen remembered us from a year ago! She's fabulous!" Renee & Ryan H. of Huntington Beach, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 6/4/2012 "Our server, Jeana, was wonderful. Really enjoyed our lunch today!" -DeeDee J. of Reno, NV, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 6/2/2012 "Sometimes I drive up from Los Angeles just to have lunch here and then head home. The food is so tasty, and the wine pairings exceptional. The bartenders are knowledgeable and personable. There is al fresco eating on a vine-covered patio or dining inside either at the bar or on the main floor. A fireplace is a plus in the winter months. If there is a wait, you can sit on the comfy sofa. I've always gone right in with no problem." - 'HappyWanderer' of Los Angeles, California, Trip Advisor, 6/1/2012 "All excellent and the server Jay was very helpful and cheerful." -B. D. of San Francisco, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 5/29/2012 "Love this place. Service was great. Herman was the man." -Frank W. of Santa Ynez, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 5/26/2012 "Food was just what we were looking for after wine tasting. Olives, pizza, caesar salad & a great bottle of Plumpjack wine. Karen is great!! Even though it was a busy Saturday holiday weekend, she was on it. Great suggestion of wine. We will be back!" -James G. of Santa Maria, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 5/26/2012 "Pretty remarkable value I had the pizza which blew my mind and the Central Coast wine flight: bought 3 of the 5 wines we tasted. Thanks!" -Ryan W. of Seattle, WA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 5/25/2012 "Quaint and palatable experience. Taste buds were dancing and asthetics were pleased. Devon is an exceptional server and great recommender of wine. Thank you." -Blanca Y. of San Luis Obispo, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 5/25/2012 "This lunch was a Zen moment for me. Robin was an absolute dream come true. I will visit every time I am here for her alone. PS. Ravioli was killer." -Bradford S. of Long Beach, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 5/22/2012 "Had a wonderful lunch and our server Robin was extremely friendly. We would recommend and be back." -Eric S. of San Clemente, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, CA 5/22/2012 "We loved the Fig Preserves. Delicious! We would recommend selling the product @ the restaurant & online. We would love to purchase it for ourselves & as a gift. Thank you for a great experience & excellent service!" -Lia O. of Orange County, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 5/18/2012 "Karen was great server. Made the dining experience special with our suggestion of Tyler wine & caramel ice cream. Excellent with the Ravioli, which is, by the way, the best I've ever tasted. Bravo!!!" -Deborah M. of Ventura, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 5/15/2012 "Excellent Meal. The Roasted Veggies were superb. The condiments on the Turkey Burger were perfect. Herman is a delightful waiter!" -Gary H. of San Jose, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 5/9/2012 "Our waiter was excellent & very informative on our tasting menu." -Joan A. Burbank, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 5/6/2012 "Very personal service given! GREAT!" -Milan Z. of Pasadena, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 5/1/2012 "Perfect wine pairings! This Cafe was recommended by one of the vineyards we had visited during the day. And it turned out to be a great recommendation. The Cafe floor is open and inviting, and the menu offered perfect pairings forsome of the wines we had sampled during the day. The ingredients are all fresh and the food presentation is well done. Their wine selection is huge. I prefer visiting the individual vineyards, but if I hadn't wanted to, I probably could have tasted them all here." -'woodp411' of Central California, Trip Advisor, 4-23-2012 "We had a great experience and our server was wonderful. Thank you so much for a lovely, relaxing evening." -Tara G., Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 4-22-2012 "Great service, great food." -Charlie S., of Ventura, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 4-22-2012 "This is our favorite stop when coming to the Valley. Sharon (waitress) was very busy, but you could not tell by her calm demeanor. She is a wonderful asset to your staff." -Susan D. Santa Barbara, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, CA 4-21-2012 "We have made this our favorite restaurant whenever we are in or near Los Olivos. We are always excited to dine there and tonight was one of the best. We had a Bernat Wine dinner there with the owner and wine maker of Bernat Wines and Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Cafe. Everything was sumptuous from the first course to the end including the fabulous pairing of wines. Our glasses were never empty before the waitress or wine director fill them up again with some outstanding wines, both white and red. We made lovely friends, drank good wine and ate grrreat food. It was a winner for certain!" -Ferne R., of Ventura, CA, Yelp Review, 4-20-2012 "Nice afternoon and great service and food. We will definitely stop again. Thank you." -Rosie E., of Austin, TX, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 4-19-2012 "By far, one of the BEST dining experiences I've ever had! EXCELLENT food and service : )! The short ribs & mushroom ravioli were divine!! My compliments to the Chef for your exquisite food!" -Jeannie W., of Jax, FL, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 4-18-2012 "Excellent meals! I would like to add another positive review for this restaurant. We visit the area 3 or 4 times a year and Los Olivos Cafe has become our favorite restaurant. The atmosphere is casual and at times a bit noisy, but the food is of very high quality. Recently, we had an excellent spinach salad and the chicken toscano, which we've had several times, is really outstanding and quite unique. I found the sauce on the ravioli a bit heavy but most recently they had a papperdelle pasta special that was unusual and one of the best I've had anywhere. For dessert, there is always a "fruit crisp" available which changes periodically and has always been excellent. The staff is universally friendly and helpful and always anxious to please." -'jerryff' of Santa Cruz, CA, Trip Advisor Senior Reviewer, 4-16-2012 "These guys get it right across the board. The menu is interesting. Their wine list is strong with both local and broader offerings. Their service is attentive in all the right ways, and their space is inviting. Great spot for lunch or dinner!" -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Review, 04-14-2012 "We loved it and look forward to coming back! All the food was delicious! GREAT WAITRESS!" -Jim W., of Ridgewood, NJ, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card,4-14-2012 "One of the best places I've ever had the chance to visit. Simply terrific! Visiting the wine country near Santa Barbara used to be a quick afternoon activity, but over the last few years, the area has really blossomed and you simply can't get to all the wineries in any kind of reasonable amount of time. To solve this problem, this restaurant and wine store offers a wine list that is 35 pages long! Of course, it includes wines from all over the state and even from other countries, but the local wineries are the most prominent feature. Wow--so little time and so much to do. How can I ever taste them all? Luckily, the wine is just one of the features here at the Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Cafe. The food is fantastic. I saw some yelp reviews that are less enthusiastic than mine and don't know why! But then, again, there are people who do not like chocolate and who do not like wine, so not everyone is as sane as I am which is the only explanation I can find for a less than stellar recommendation of this place. The menu is not 35 pages long like the wine list, but it is loaded with wonderful choices. I always look forward to a visit to the wine country in this blessed and wonderful state of California, not just for the wonderful California wines (eat your heart out, France), but for the terrific restaurants, the wonderful architecture usually used in the winery buildings, and the art frequently also found at the various wineries. But I especially love the terrific restaurants - like the Los Olivos Cafe - that are always a part of the wine country experience. (Again, eat your heart out, France.)" -Paul L., of Blue Jay, CA, Yelp Review, 4-12-2012 "Been to the Los Olivos Cafe several times and every time is delicious! A perfect example of farm to table type dining. My wife and I shared the amazing Beets & Burrata salad, then some house-made pasta and a salmon dish that was out of this world. We then shared a dessert - something called S'mores, which is basically smores plus ice cream, smashed into a mason jar. Insanely good! Service is always hit and miss, but this time A+ Then the wine....oh the wine! A cellar that features a ton of local producers and some cool international wines as well. The new beer list was a nice surprise too. Just read a recent review criticizing their by the glass list. They have over 50 wines by the glass, more than enough I would say! Really great wine staff and a rock star sommelier! If you are anywhere near Santa Barbara or on the 101 - make a trip. In fact, make two!" -Allen F., of Pasadena, CA, Yelp, 4-7-2012 "Great place to try different wines!” We went to Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Café on March 12, 2012 to celebrate a birthday. Our local bird guide recommended this place because we told him we wanted to try some local California wines and have a nice dinner. This was a Tuesday night and many of the wineries do not serve dinner during the week. We went to their website (Google it) and were able to get a reservation online for 7:45 PM…their last one. The wine selection here is huge…literally hundreds to choose from. They are not limited to California wines. I saw wines from France, Italy and even Ohio. The menu was heavy on Seafood, but also had pasta, steaks, and even pizza. Most of the meals were in the $18 to $30 range. We basically split one meal as I got the pasta special which was cooked with roasted peppers…very good and Jodie had a Salad and a soup. They had some good deserts and we chose to split something called a Café scream It was flourless chocolate cake with ice cream and Carmel syrup, again very good. Overall it was a nice place to eat especially during the week." -'Bobo185 'of Chardon, Ohio, Trip Advisor Senior Contributor, 4-6-2012 "Awesome Restaurant! The atmosphere was romantic and cozy... staff was amazingly friendly and accommodating.....I ordered the homemade pasta with homemade chicken sausage, and my friend ordered the pizza...Both were super delicious. Love this place!" -sf_nicole22' of San Francisco, California, Trip Advisor Senior Reviewer, 4-5-2012 "Food & service were both outstanding. Excellent wine pairing recommendation with lunch special. One of our favorite and regular stops whenever we're passing through!" -Stuart F., of Anaheim, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 4-02-2012 "The wine suggestions were wonderful and well informed- thank you for humoring us through our Sideways questions and comments! Will recommend most definitely, appreciate it." -Megan R. Santa Monica, CA, Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 3-31-2012 "I was in Solvang for a friend's wedding, and said friend recommended dining at Los Olivos at least once. She knows everything, so I immediately visited this establishment, and OMG. SO good.We ordered a meat pizza with 'soppresata' and all kinds of other delicious cured meats, AND.... wait for it.... Butternut squash capres. I have never had anything so delicious in my entire life. Get ready to drool, kids, because this is one amazing dish. I savored every single bite, and may fly back to CA JUST to try this dish again.The pizza was also amazing. I don't know if they cure their meat onsite, but it's definitely Resh-to-the-Fresh. The hubs and I are both big eaters, and combined with their warm, house made bread with yummy olive oil and herbs, we were stuffed by the end and even had a few pieces of pizza for the car ride back to the airport. If you're in the area, make sure you stop in here. " -Kate R., Yelp, Kailua, Hawaii, 3/30/2012 "A gem in the wine country. We did not make our reservation due to a change in travel plans but 24 hours later we were at their doorstep and delighted to have a table on the patio! The waiter was great - very apologetic when the kitchen staff informed him one of the specials we ordered was no longer available. He quickly offered a substitute which turned out to be delicious. We ordered the prix fix menu with wine pairings - every course was fresh, flavorful, and unique. Extremely relaxed atmosphere which made for a lovely late afternoon meal. Great wine! 5-stars rating." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Review, 3/28/2012 "Service just right! Food was perfect! Wine selection wonderful! Prices very fair! Thank you." -Ray B. Restaurant Customer Feedback Card, 3-27-2012 "We were in Los Olivos for 2 nights and ate at the Los Olivos Café both nights. I had the Sideways special both nights too, it was a great deal and tasted sooooo good. It came with Soup or salad, A delicious salmon, dessert which was a hot flourless brownie and ice cream, AND a glass of wine. It was so good the first night I couldn't pass it up the second. My husband had the skirt steak one night and a pizza the next, he loved everything he had also. The restaurant is very comfortable and the people we saw and talked to all seemed very nice. It's in a great location and I honestly can't say enough how great the food was. 5-stars rating." -Deanna C., Yelp Irvine, CA, 3/27/2012 "Can't say enough about our great experience. Food was amazing, and server Karen went out of her way to ensure that it was a special evening and everything was not just good, but GREAT! 5-stars rating." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Feedback, 3/26/2012 "Love this place! My husband and stopped in at the Los Olivos Wine Merchant and Cafe again this week while in the area. This was our second time at this restaurant within 6 months, and we will surely return again. We arrived at 5:45 on a Thursday evening. The place is cozy, with seating outside, by the windows inside, and near a nice fireplace - as well as ample within the restaurant. There is a huge wine selection - and you can also purchase bottles of wine to take home. There is a large bar area, jutting into the restaurant. The ambience is wonderful - tablecloths, soft lighting, and a very nice level of ambient noise - not loud and no blaring music. The menu is fabulous - and you can select everything from a burger to wonderful salmon - with a great assortment of salads and appetizers. There is even a selection of gourmet pizzas on the menu. We each had a glass of wine, our own salads, and we split an entree that included fresh salmon. As a dessert, we ate "lightly" and each enjoyed a home made cookie. The food presentation is exquisite. Each meal includes very fresh home made bread with butter. Our waitress, Karen, is also wonderful - and she even remembered us from the last time. The cost of our meal - including a nice gratuity - was $96. You can also choose to eat much more cheaply than we did and still have a great meal. We'll be back! 5-stars rating." -'Hutchss', Senior Tripadvisor Contributor, Trip Advisor, Benicia, California, 3/24/2012 "Had late lunch with the parents and they loved it. What we had: 2 kinds of pizza generous in size and fresh salad with raspberries & dried figs in a raspberry vinaigrette....yum! We also got a half bottle of Pinot noir (forgot the name but it was really good!) to pair the pizza with. This is the place to go after some wine tastings or when you're hungry for a late lunch. Early dinner starts at 5pm fyi. 5-stars rating." -Esther K., Yelp, San Francisco, California, 3/18/2012 "We're never disappointed at Los Olivos Cafe. Its a popular, lively place which definitely needs a reservation. The wine selection is excellent and the food matches. The staff is usually knowledgeable and can help with a wine pairing which is most of the fun. Our whole table would recommend the mushroom ravioli with the Chanter chardonnay." --OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Feedback, 3/16/2012 "This has become one of my favorite restaurants! I had the BBQ brisket sandwich and it was amazing! My girlfriend had a salad that included spinach and pears which was amazing. The pizzas look amazing, that's what I will be getting next time. I had a glass of wine that was very good. The dipping oil that comes with the bread is awesome! The outside dining area is great and the service was great as well. I highly recommend this place! 5-stars rating." -Josh G., Yelp, Goleta, CA, 3/15/2012 "Stopped for a wonderful lunch here on a Spring Sunday. High quality and fresh options with good soups, cheeses, pizza and specials. Nice interior and a front patio is great for people watching! 5-stars rating." -'Spi-kids_LA', Senior Tripadvisor Contributor, Trip Advisor, Los Angeles, California, 3/11/2012 "Heaping Portions and Cozy Setting! After a day of unseasonably warm temperatures, the evening chill had started to descend as we entered Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Cafe -- just in time, they switched on their gas fireplace and the restaurant twinkled in the charming glow of good food and cozy tables. We ordered pasta dishes -- a delicious gnocchi dish with parmesan cheese, butternut squash and hazelnuts and papparadelle with a rich and yummy bolognese sauce that was dotted with chunks of tender beef and bites of earthy carrot. The pasta servings were beyond generous (we took home enough for two extra meals), so we didn't sample the elegant dessert menu at the restaurant. But our waitress talked us into taking home some fresh-from-the-oven cookies -- a fabulous sable shortbread cookie and a delicious chocolate chunk cookie -- we were so glad we did...the perfect breakfast the next day with our morning coffee. We wish we had been there on a Sunday to try their family-style meal. But if you find yourself in the wine country outside Santa Barbara, you won't be disappointed by the drive to Los Olivos!! 5-stars rating." -'Livingwatergirl'', Senior Tripadvisor Contributor, Trip Advisor, Orlando, Florida, 3/10/2012 "There aren't a lot of places to eat in Los Olivos but this one is a good option. I had a very yummy salad with apples and cranberries, my friend had a brisket sandwich, both delicious. Great selection of wines and good suggestions from the wait staff." -'Callan1034', Trip Advisor, San Diego, California, 3/8/2012 "This place is a true gem--especially if you only have to stumble across the street from the Fess Parker Inn & Spa. They take their menu very seriously and offer a fresh taste of local and seasonal dishes. The homemade stuffed ravioli reminded me of what pasta SHOULD taste like. It was delicious! We went with friends and everyone was happy with their meal. Fun atmosphere for friends and couples. Wouldn't advise bringing kids." -'Jonathon Q', Senior Tripadvisor Contributor, Trip Advisor, Los Angeles, California, 3/6/2012 "Beautiful restaurant set in center of charming town of Los Olivos. Staff took such good car of us, as we were there celebrating my mother' special birthday. Everyone loved their food. We can't wait to go back. 5-stars rating." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Feedback, 3/1/2012 "Overall great dining experience. The food was wonderful, the wine recommended was perfect for the meal. In addition, you get free bread (which you have to ask for) that was soft/fresh. Highly recommended for anyone passing through the area... will be back." -Daniel C., Yelp, Oakland, California, 2/29/2012 "Food is tasty! Always had a good meal here, great wine list" -'Chi Art., Top Contributor Trip Advisor Reviewer, Santa Barbara, California, 2/28/2012 "This place is addicting! We love everything about it! Anything you order will be amazing. Make a reservation, it gets very busy. Great atmosphere, we love coming here!" -Deanna W., Trip Advisor Reviewer, Redondo Beach, California, 2/27/2012 "We went there during our wine tasting trip to the area for an anniversary. Started with the recommended Brie and were very impressed. Followed with butternut squash risotto and mushroom ravioli which were both also excellent. We paired these dishes with a 2009 Bernat Clarity from Santa Barbara and 2009 Amos Cellars Shepard Pinot from the Central Coast. We plan to stop here every time we visit the area and are highly recommending this restaurant to friends. 5-stars rating." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Review, 2/26/2012 "The service is just wonderful, Jen is so good to us. Thank you!" -Gina, Customer Feedback Card, San Marcos, CA, 2/25/2012 "This place is addicting! We love everything about it! Anything you order will be amazing. Make a reservation, it gets very busy. Great atmosphere, we love coming here!" -Deanna W., Trip Advisor Reviewer, Redondo Beach, California, 2/20/2012 "Beautiful restaurant set in center of charming town of Los Olivos. Staff took such good car of us, as we were there celebrating my mother' special birthday. Everyone loved their food. We can't wait to go back. 5-stars rating." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Review, 2/20/2012 "Wonderful as always. Been here around 10 times. Will be back next time through." -Mike B. Hiram, Customer Feedback Card, CA, 2/15/2012 "I came for Valentines Day with a girlfriend and we wine tasted first then ordered the best wood fire pizza I have ever had in my life! Yum! The salad and desert were outstanding. They presented a red rose with the bill! Nice touch! Super friendly service! I came another time for lunch and the fish I ordered was out if this world. This place is a gem!!! 5-stars rating." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Review, 2/14/2012 "Loved the experience! Food was delicious. Service was friendly, professional, and timed just right. We sat by the fire and enjoyed our evening very much. 5-stars rating." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Feedback, 2/13/2012 "We LOVE the salmon over roasted potatoes and veggies and the 'Chocolate Scream dessert' is beyond delicious!!! Food is always great and good wines, too. 5-stars rating." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Review, 2/11/2012 "This was my third time in the last 3mos. Everytime my girlfriend and I go wine tasting we make it a point to either have lunch as we did the first two times. This time we were with friends and took them with us to have dinner. It is by far one of the best places to end your visit to the area. I give it a 10+ for dining. 5-stars rating." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Review, 2/11/2012 "This cafe is is always charming for lunch or dinner.The menu is always interesting and the food is excellent as is the service. Love the new glass flamed heaters on the porch.5-stars rating." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Review, 2/10/2012 "Dinner here was very good - locally sourced food an a wine list that emphasizes regional makers. The diner really benefits from the cafe also being a bottle shop; the wine selection is very broad and also very reasonably priced. Our bottle was pulled off the shelf.5-stars rating." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Review, 2/10/2012 "Matt was so helpful. He gave great recommendations and personalized service. Thank you" -Teresa, Customer Feedback Card, Santa Barbara, CA, 2/8/2012 "One of the best restaurants anywhere! A soulful place with fresh food, responsive service, reasonable pricing. My wife and I went for dinner on Super bowl Sunday, when it was easy to snag a table. We chose the fixed price dinner and were surprised that it included a round of good local wine. My ravioli was homemade, buttery. My wife chose the ribs, perfectly cooked and tender with abundant vegetables. I liked the house wine so much, a Pinot better than anything I had sampled in three different local tastings, that I ordered five bottles to take with us. What really sets this restaurant apart is an entire long wall filled with more wine bottles than I have ever seen outside of a wine cellar. Wine fuels this place. relaxes its clientele, complements great food. Ask for a table by the fireplace. 5-stars rating." 'Gurnout', Trip Advisor Reviewer, Rye, New York, 2/5/2012 "It was awesome!!! Nice food." -Rachel, Customer Feedback Card, Santa Ynez, CA, 2/4/2012 "Had a fantastic meal!! The wine list is amazing, it has more than you can possibly want. The owners have done a wonderful job with the restaurant and I can't wait to go back 5-stars rating." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Review, 2/4/2012 "Pleasant surprise the first visit and just as wonderful the second time around. 5-stars rating." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Review, 2/3/2012 "Perfect weather - few people on a Monday - wandered in - seated next to the fire. Great food - fantastic salad - three cheese plate - wine selection was superb. Just perfection. Lunch with my best buddy - my daughter - Priceless!" -'PowerbaitPatti', Senior Tripadvisor Contributor, Trip Advisor, Camarillo, California, 2/1/2012 "I love it here and I always enjoy myself. The food, wine, and service is always great as well. 5-stars rating." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Review, 1/30/2012 "Fabulous food. A must stop in this area. Didn't have wine this time, but had an excellent chardonnay last time." -Kathy D., Customer Feedback Card, 1/29/2012 "Look at that body, I work out. But my body turns to jelly anytime I eat at "Los Olivos Cafe," the most seductive & tranquilizing of French restaurants and the most essential eatery in all of Solvang and Santa Ynez Valley. Ask the waiters about wine flights, they're generous. This time, I had a wonderful, supple wine Port to go with my hot fudge brownie & ice cream dessert ("Cafe Scream"). It's the Ripley's Believe It or Not of desserts, and you better start believing :) 5-stars rating." -Sean C., Yelp, Los Angeles, CA, 1/29/2012 "Pleasant surprise the first visit and just as wonderful the second time around.5-stars rating." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Review, 1/27/2012 "We love coming here from SB. It feels like we are on vacation! Thank you! The food is excellent, as is the service." Lisa F., Customer Feedback Card, Santa Barbara, CA, 1/25/2012 "Herman is an asset to this restaurant. Very friendly & courteous!" -Joe & Kathie O., Customer Feedback Card, Yerba Linda, CA, 1/25/2012 "This Establishment is very lovely. It looks tiny from the outside but has tons of open space and a very modern look. The wine tastings are very good and depending on what you enjoy drinking the flights are great. The cafe turkey is delicious and the staff was great. I can't wait to drive up, stop in and enjoy more from the L.O. wine merchant cafe. 5-stars rating." -EJ S., Yelp, Torrance, CA, 1/24/2012 "After an exhausting day touring
the local wineries it was time for a relaxing lunch. I had been
once before to this restaurant for dinner and admit I first heard
about the place from the movie Sideways. More importantly, I had
read several good reviews which further prompted me to choose
this quaint place. I was not disappointed. The quality of food
and friendly staff not to mention the atmosphere make this one
of the best restaurants in the San Ynez valley. "This place is addicting! We love everything about it! Anything you order will be amazing. Make a reservation, it gets very busy. Great atmosphere, we love coming here!" -Deanna W., Trip Advisor Reviewer, Redondo Beach, California, 1/20/2012 "Always my favorite place to go in Los Olivos. 5-stars rating." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Review, 1/17/2012 "Sophisticated, modern, fine dining in the middle of a sleepy town (of course, in the heart of wine country). The food was simply amazing. They also keep a wine list that will compete with any out there. My waitress wasn't as knowledgeable about wine as I would have expected, but deferred questions to the wine merchant at the bar who was fantastic -- incredibly knowledgeable, great suggestions. 5-stars rating." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Review, 1/14/2012 "On a recent trip into the Santa Ynez, we dropped in on the ever-popular Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Cafe for a late lunch. We lucked out with one of the last available tables (without a reservation) and were greeted with friendly, attentive service. To drink, I went with a glass of red wine, the 2008 Bernat "Equality" Syrah, which was recommended by our waiter. My wine was exactly what I needed to start off my weekend in the valley; not too tannic, with a medium-body, moderate acidity, and not an overwhelming fruit bomb, either. After lunch, I walked over to the wall of wines they have to sale, which was made famous in the movie Sideways.They carry a large amount of producers from this region as well as other areas both domestically and some internationally, but after seeing a bottle of 2008 Hitching Post Highliner for cheaper than I have seen it at other wine shops (and at the restaurant), I grabbed a bottle of that to take home. I also perused their small beer section and took home a bottle of barrel-aged Old Rasputin Imperial Stout by North Coast for also much cheaper than other shops." -Frances L., Yelp Review, Los Angeles, California, 1/13/2012 "Great place! Looking forward to another visit. Thank you!" -Nathan W.,Customer Feedback Card Review, Saint Louis, MO, 1/12/2012 "Sophisticated, modern, fine dining in the middle of a sleepy town (of course, in the heart of wine country). The food was simply amazing. They also keep a wine list that will compete with any out there. My waitress wasn't as knowledgeable about wine as I would have expected, but deferred questions to the wine merchant at the bar who was fantastic -- incredibly knowledgeable, great suggestions. 5-stars rating." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Review, 1/11/2012 "Wonderful selections of entrees & salads. Delicious appetizers. Excellent wines." -Scott L., Customer Feedback Card,Park Rapids, MN, 1/09/2012 "What a treat! Ended up at Los Olivos Cafe for a late lunch on a Saturday afternoon after doing some wine tastings. Had a magnificent lunch of marinated olives, baked brie (heaven!), spinach salad, a pizza and roast vegetables. I paired mine with a glass of malbec which I really enjoyed. This place has a great, relaxed vibe to it. We enjoyed every bit of the meals we shared and would definitely recommend this spot." 'tbrown_48'', Trip Advisor Senior Reviewer, Melbourne, Australia, 1/9/2012 "We had a very good time, enjoyed the ambiance & service especially." -Jabhile B., Customer Feedback Card, London, England, 1/08/2012 "Delicious!! OMG Good!!" -Cherie C., Customer Feedback Card, Riverside, CA, 1/7/2012 "This was the best place we dined at during a recent visit to Santa Barbara & Santa Ynez Valley. The service was attentive, I had a mushroom ravioli plate that was delicious...and when I was informed the restaurant had run out of the bottle of Melville Pinot Noir I requested they more than made up for it by offering me an awesome deal on a bottle of Ampelos, which was excellent!!" -Richard R, Yelp, San Diego, 1/04/2012 "This place gets packed! We were lucky enough to get a place at the bar. The wine list is extensive and their bottles to go are amazing!" -Jennifer E., Yelp, Tucson, AZ, 1/04/2012 "This is our third time here, and the food is really very good - fresh ingredients, good wine pairings and extensive wine list really makes the place hum. We ordered the linguini with truffles, and an appetizer of beets and burrata cheese. The burrata was amazingly good - soft, yet with a luscious texture" -Art H., Yelp, Oakland, CA 1/04/2012 "11 years living in the SYV and this is still on the top of my list! All around 5 star rating!" -OpenTable Customer, Dined on 01/02/2012 "Great wine selection, also their gnocchi was really good!" -Sabster M., Yelp, Pasadena, CA 1/02/2012 "Great location to stop an grab a bite after a long day of vineyard hopping in Santa Ynez Valley. The food was great, highly recommend the pizza's and chilean sea bass. Wine list is huge, with great local selections" -OpenTable Customer, Dined on 12/31/2011 "Loved the service & the special dinner selections." -Steve & Nancy R., Customer Feedback Card, Santa Maria, CA, 12/31/2011 "My favorite restaurant in Los OLivos, great wine choices and delicious food as always" -OpenTable Customer, Dined on 12/30/2011 "A must stop for Santa Ynez Valley visitors.
Fresh, tasty and delicious. "Jen was delightful. People tend to discount the role of a good server in the enjoyment of a restaurant meal, but it means as much to us as the quality & taste of the food. Jen is extremely professional, subtle, yet warm and friendly. Definitely a keeper! Thank you!" -Mr & Mrs H. M., Customer Feedback Card, Thousand Oaks, CA, 12/27/2011 "Loved the server- Joanne. Sweet smile and made my B-day special. Food great!" -Amanda Y., Customer Feedback Card, California, 12/26/2011 "Our server, Garcia, was wonderful and helpful. He's a keeper" -Maria P., Customer Feedback Card, Los Angeles, CA, 12/25/2011 "The food was as good as the service. They served the best raviolis I have ever had as well as a duck two-way that was simply delicious. Food was around 45$ per person for an appetizer and an entree but it was well worth it. The waitress offered to help with the choice of wine and suggested an amazing red Syrah that we loved. 5-star rating for the food!!" -OpenTable Customer, Dined on 12/24/2011 "I love your food : )" -Ashley, Customer Feedback Card, Canada, 12/23/2011 "You wouldn't guess from the outside or the surrounding neighborhood, but this place has a sophisticated interior with a nice fireplace by the entryway and sky lights in the ceiling. The most ordered dishes are generally the pizzas, but I also enjoyed the sizzling brie that came with a nice fruity sauce and I felt the salads were pretty good too. The selection of wines is amazing and even the lower end ones are quite tasty." -Kim H., Yelp, Woodland Hills, CA, 12/23/11 "Do not change a thing. Everything was great = ) " -Pablo R., Customer Feedback Card, Santa Barbara, CA, 12/22/2011 "I have been coming here for years whenever I am in the area. Whether for food or just a good glass of wine- you never disappoint! Karen is an asset. She knows the menu, the wines & is happy to make suggestions or offer a taste." -Nancy A., Customer Feedback Card, Santa Barbara, CA, 12/20/2011 "We loved our server Jen = )" -Wendy W., Customer Feedback Card, Georgia, 12/19/2011 "Our server was absolutely delightful, personable, warmhearted, helpful & attentive to our desires. Made our dining experience spectacular! Thank you!" -Stefanie, Customer Feedback Card, Westlake Village, CA, 12/17/2011 "Great wine suggestion & excellent food! We love this place!" -Michelle C., Customer Feedback Card, La Canada, CA, 12/16/2011 "We both loved the Greek Salad and the house bread and dipping sauce. So fresh and flavorful. We definitely look forward to returning." -Danielle M., Customer Feedback Card, Santa Barbara, CA, 12/14/2011 "I love that the gnocchi is not swimming in sauce! Joann was a fabulous waitress! Will be back in May with Mom!" James S., Customer Feedback Card, Valley Village, CA, 12/13/2011 "Loved baked brie & pesto pasta. We will be back!" -Bill S., Customer Feedback Card, Thousand Oaks, CA, 12/11/2011 "We love this place and Gina was really great. Fabulous kick-off to another great weekend in the SYV." -Barry B., Customer Feedback Card, Los Angeles, CA, 12/10/2011 "One of my favorite stops in wine country. Always a relaxing and tasty lunch or dinner, and of course, great wine. It's fun to visit all of the locations that Sideways used for filming. This one is just a sure bet for taste. Los Olivos is one of my favorite places. Wish I got here more often." -'hbsleepersurveyor', Trip Advisor, Huntington Beach, CA 12/06/2011 "This is our 3rd or 4th time! We really enjoy it! The food is always fresh & flavorful. The service is friendly and helpful. AND THE WINE...oh the WINE!!! If you happen to be in Los Olivos or passing by, make a point to have lunch or dinner here! If the tables are full...the bar is nice alternative. I appreciate their effort to keep things simple and fresh! Its comfort food drenched in WINE!!" -Robin G., Yelp, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, 12-6-2011 "Karen rocks!! She took great care of us with wonderful grace and super intuitive service. She wasn't overwhelming, but was right there when you needed her. AWESOME!!" -D. Banks, Customer Feedback Card, Fairfield, CT, 12/4/2011 "Fun place, good food, off the beaten path, had a great time! Notable for being a vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot. Five star rating." -Open Table Diner, OpenTable.com, 12/03/2011 "Consistently Outstanding for the Last Two Years! I recently visited the Wine Merchant Again - my boyfriend and I visit nearly every six weeks for lunch. There are not enough words to describe what a wonderful experience this is EVERY TIME. The food is spectacularly fresh - produce comes from local farms, and everything is always cooked to perfection. My boyfriend likes the roasted chicken with root vegetables - the chicken is moist and the vegetables are unlike anything I've ever tasted. I like the Salmon Salad (or as I like to call it, the "antioxidant salad"). It has fresh beets, salmon, spinach, marcona almonds, radishes, green beans, etc. It's fantastic. Also, the ambience is lovely. Aside from the occasional celebrity sightings, the decor is both chic and funky. The services is also very good, and the selection of wines is excellent. If you are ever anywhere remotely near to Los Olivos, make sure you visit the Wine Merchant for lunch or dinner!" -"ockathylovesred",Trip Advisor, 12/1/2011 "Everything was amazing! Good memories for when I get back to Brazil!" -Camila S., Customer Feedback Card, Rio, Brazil, 11/30/11 "Food. Service. Wine. Sommelier - All A+! A wine friend from New York recommended we check this place out. I owe that friend a bottle of wine. Great food for lunch that was well-prepared with huge portions for the $. Service was very friendly and attentive. I was told it was off-season because getting a table was easy. The way they use fresh ingredients from the area is a big plus for me. Parm Gnocchi is to die for! I was in heaven when I walked in and saw more Santa Barbara wines than I knew existed. Friendly and knowledgeable wine staff led by probably the most friendly and easy-going somm I have ever met. If you want to learn anything about wine, call the guy at the Los Olivos Cafe!" -Open Table Diner, OpenTable.com, New York, NY, 11/30/2011 "Outstanding service. Excellent food. Appreciate the fresh vegetables." -Kate, Customer Feedback Card, 11/29/11 "First time to dine here and it will not be the last. Excellent food, service was great. The gnocchi was the best I have ever eaten at any restaurant, light and flavorful and everyone at the table enjoyed it. Sandwiches, all made with delicious and freshly made bread." -OpenTable Diner, OpenTable.com, 11/28/11 "I had the shrimp/ pasta dish. The shrimp were some of the best, sweetest, could have been North Carolina Shrimp I have ever had. It was amazing! All staff were over-the-top impressive. Thanks!" -Pennie C, Customer Feedback Card, Wilmington, NC, 11/25/11 "Wonderful food... exceptional wine... tremendous service! We will be back!" -Cathy S., Customer Feedback Card, Burlingame, CA, 11/12/11 "Fabulous restaurant...top end all the way around and the wine list (and the wine shop) are not to be missed. A true gem in wine country. Do not fail to have at least one dinner here during your stay (prices are very reasonable as well). Five-star Rating." -Open Table Diner Customer, OpenTable.com, 11-5-11 "We had a party of 8 and reservations at 6 p.m. It was perfect timing. We had the back room all to our selves. Have eaten here many times and the service and food has never failed us. Best restaurant in the area. Five-star Rating." -Open Table Diner Customer, OpenTable.com, 11-4-11 "Had a great lunch, fantastic service... Thanks!" -Preston C, Los Olivos Cafe Customer Feedback Card, Los Osos, CA, 11-2-11 "Thanks so much for the extensive beer list! Short Ribs were AWESOME" -John M., Los Olivos Cafe Customer Feedback Card, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254, 11-1-11 "Unique dining experience with over the top service! We visited this restaurant during a "Sideways" tour that we did at the beginning of October. Much to our surprise, this is the restaurant that was featured in the movie. Great ambience with wood burning fireplace, spacious and excellent food. Gnocchi with fresh corn sauce was so good and different. My husband was asking questions about the soup and our server actually brought him a small serving to taste. Suffice to say, don't miss this dining experience if you are in the area." -"PeterandMarie304", Trip Advisor, Sarasota, FL, 10/30/2011 "Delicious and fresh and organic and hip! The marinated olives were fabulous, the food really fresh, really good, the wine list amazing. The wait staff very efficient. Highly recommend!" -"grazipat" Trip Advisor, Dallas, Texas, 10/29/2011 "Been coming for years and everything is always Top Notch! Completely satisfied w/ my over indulgence! Keep up the awesome work! Please put me on your contact list. Thanks!" -Renier D., Los Olivos Cafe Customer Feedback Card, San Luis Obispo, CA 10/28/2011 "I'm only writing this update so that I remember to order the dessert (if they have it) of apple turnover and cinnamon ice cream. My boyfriend and I nearly died! Also we have to remember to *both* order the tri-tip sandwich. Still remains a fabulous destination spot! Only took 2 hours to get there and still the obligatory 3 to get back, but who cares? It's called staycation!" -Kathryn G., Yelp, Los Angeles, CA, 10/28/2011 "Went to the Cafe to celebrate an anniversary and a birthday, and to capture the experience of Jack and Miles in Sideways. Every dish I ordered was savory and captured the soul of wine country with earthy bases and all local ingredients. With all the choices on their by the glass menu, I was able to try many local wines to pair with each dish I ordered, though next time I'd love to share a bottle and walk back to the B&B down the road afterward. Truly a magical and intimate restaurant." -Lindsey, Google Places Review, New York, NY, 10/27/2011 "Great dinner, we will be back. Cheers!!" -Greg & Kelly C.,Los Olivos Cafe Customer Feedback Card, Oceanside, CA 10/27/2011 "Five-star rating! Food was excellent. Wine list is extensive and reasonable. Special features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch. " -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Feedback, 10/23/2011 "Superb experience! The restaurant exceeded our expectations in just about all categories. One reason we decided to book this restaurant was the price range of entrees was $30. We found the wait staff were very wine savvy (not unexpected). Overall it was a very enjoyable experience for the 4 of us and we will certainly recommend it to others. Five-star rating." -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Feedback, 10/18/2011 "Such a nice place! Choose a good wine from the wall and sit, outside, on the porch, to see nothing! Calm city - really calm. Great to relax and have a nice meal." -"mm_brz_sp" , Trip Advisor, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 10/14/11 "We get to Los Olivos from Phoenix twice a year and are never dissapointed!" -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Feedback, 10/14/2011 "Wonderful time - Thanks!" -Thomas, Los Olivos Cafe Customer Feedback Card, 10/10/2011 "Our third visit and as great!" -OpenTable Diner, Online Customer Feedback, 10/10/2011 "Back in town for the weekend, and had lunch at the Los Olivos Cafe upon arrival. Got a pizza and flat bread with the various toppings. Great stuff!" -Richard K., Yelp, Manhattan Beach, CA, 10/9/2011 "Very nice, informative severs- friendly. Hot food delivered in a timely manner." -Victoria, Los Olivos Cafe Customer Feedback Card, 10/9/2011 "Sideways, nice place for a snack & wine...and to relax!" -D M. , Yelp, Las Vegas, NV, 10/7/2011 "Thanks! Loved the atmosphere!" -Gary. Houston, Texas, Los Olivos Cafe Customer Feedback Card, 10/6/2011 "Lovely outdoor patio and GREAT food! We had lunch at the Cafe on a Friday afternoon. We had great service. The pizzas are amazing, the salads very satisfying, and the burger was a big hit as well. The wine selection was just amazing with local wines featured, but options from across the globe. Sitting on the patio was really nice and lots of people watching opportunities! We loved it!" -"Buffalogirl41", Trip Advisor, Buffalo, NY, 10/4/2011 "Great lunch experience! Thanks, The Vanhooses'. P.S. Jennifer Rocks!" -J, Los Olivos Cafe Customer Feedback Card, 10/2/2011 "Took a spontaneous trip to Santa Barbara Wine Country and found this spot on yelp. I really enjoyed everything about this place from the location, food, and ambiance. The complimentary olive oil and bread were so good! Beware, this place is carb central but oh so worth it!" -Christine N., Yelp, San Gabriel, CA, 9/22/2011 "Great experience, wonderful food, great ambiance!!!" -Rebecca, Los Olivos Cafe Customer Feedback Card, 9/22/2011 "So Nice! Great place with great wines. The drive form Santa Barbara is simply one of the best in the US. Caprese was extremely fresh and Pappardelle was excellent. Wait staff is relaxed-casual but there when you need them. They also are great wine pros who know what to recommend with dinner. The house Foxen Pinot was great. I'd go back in a heartbeat." -"Foodie06902," Trip Advisor, 9/21/2011 "This place has been a right of passage ever since I've been coming to Los Olivos. I always sit at the bar and try to hit up the happy hour. It's always changing but the pepperoni pizza was gourmet and you can't beat $5 vinos from 3-6pm! As seen in Sideways so make a pit stop-- it's worth it. Five-star rating!" -Robert C, Yelp, Los Angeles, CA, 9/17/2011 "Great experience! The hostess was friendly and accomodating. Our server was very nice, and did a great job. We love the ambiance. We did not feel like drinking wine today, your staff was very accepting and made us feel welcomed even though we just wanted water with our meal." -Raymond, Los Olivos Cafe Customer Feedback Card, Irvine, CA, 9/17/2011 "Heartily recommend the mushroom lasagna. Excellent wine list. Friendly service. Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, great for lunch!" -OpenTable Diner, Customer Review, 9/17/2011 "Best restaurant service in Santa Barbara County!" -Josh, Los Olivos Cafe Customer Feedback Card, 9/16/2011 "Elegantly understated! The Los Olivos cafe is a casual atmosphere type of restaurant that is serving big time food and wine. From the farm fresh salads and the spare rib dinner to the well stocked wine list featuring many gems from the local area it is hard to go wrong. The restaurant features a fireplace that divides the restaurant and is choice seating if you can get it. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the Santa Barbara Wine Country area." -"JazzMat," Trip Advisor, Chicago, IL, 9/8/2011 "Love this restaurant and will come back whenever I visit Solvang. The food and service are excellent! I love the ambiance as well as the location in the small downtown area of Los Olivos. I ordered the fried risotto as an appetizer, which was so heavenly with the creamy melted cheesy interior and the contrasting crispy, savory breaded fried crust. Definitely come here if you visit Los Olivos. I know I will be back!" -Charlene M., Yelp, Garden Grove, CA, 9/6/2011 "Great wine list, creme brulee rocks. Food and service were outstanding. Excellent find in Los Olivos!" -OpenTable Diner, Dined on 09/02/2011 "Wonderful food, service and outstanding wine selection!" -OpenTable Diner, Dined on 8/28/2011 "A gem in adorable Los Olivos! Shared the wonderful baked Brie for an appetizer and a margherita pizza for our meal. Both were high quality and prepared carefully. The olive oil with our bread was out of this world. Wine list was excellent, particularly the 05 Pinot and the Grenache blanc. Bought 2 bottles of the latter. Service was friendly and efficient. Atmosphere was modern yet quaint, some great decor." -Likeate07, TripAdvisor, Newport, VA, 8/27/2011 "My wife and I enjoyed the meal very much. The service was friendly the food came super fast, and the wine list is extensive. I liked that I could buy a bottle of the wine we had at dinner to take home." -OpenTable Diner, Dined on 08/25/2011 "Quite possibly the best Ravioli I have ever had in my life. Food is screaming good! Liked: Food, Service, Atmosphere, Value." -Dan, Google Places Reviewer, 8/24/2011 "I would go back! great service. pretty restaurant. good food. good wine. i got the alba flatbread which is basically like a mushroom pizza. it was the best mushroom pizza ive ever had. so simple looking yet tasting so great and complex. the gnocci was very tasty. the ravioli was very tasty. the veggies were so flavorful. I recommend this place." -Kiomi K., Yelp, Gardena, CA 8/22/2011 "Everything was perfect. Our compliments to the Chef and staff!" -Cynthia, Restaurant Feedback Card, Culver City, CA on 8/20/2011 "There is a very impressive selection of both local wines and ones from other areas, including some from Europe, S. Africa, Australia, S. America. We had several bottles of a very affordable wine from their specials list to go with dinner. Food was from fresh ingredients and well prepared. Clientele was a mix of locals and swanky folks from out-of-town. Easy to tell the difference by the shoes - just like in Europe! We met folks visiting from the mid-west and they were suitably pleased. We would come back again and recommend it to folks looking for a relaxed dining experience. They also have a decent beer list if you just need to wet your whistle." -OpenTable Diner, San Luis Obispo, CA, 8/18/2011 "Wonderful service & excellent food. Great wine too!" -Steve, Restaurant Feedback Card, Madison, WI on 8/18/2011 "The orechiette (ear-shaped) pasta with sausage and oven-baked tomatoes was DELISH! Our waitress was super-sweet. Nice, laid-back environment. We dig Los Olivos." -Betty B., Yelp, Los Angeles, CA, 8/17/2011 "Worth a long-drive destination!" -OpenTable Diner, Dined 8/17/2011 "Made famous by the movie sideways, this restaurant is worth the stop if you are in the Santa Ynez Valley for wine tasting." -Fou, D., Yelp, Los Angeles, CA 8/16/2011 "I thought I was in heaven. This is living!" -Helena, Restaurant Feedback Card, Sydney, Australia on 8/16/2011 "Beet salad was extraordinaire. Bread pudding was a combination of flavors done with such a light-hand, that nothing overpowered anything else- making the dish magical. Thank you!" -Mickey, Restaurant Feedback Card,Titusville, FL on 8/13/2011 "We have been coming to Los OlivosCafe for about 5-6 years- always a great meal. Devon has been a regular waitress for us-love her! Karen was fabulous tonight!" -Ann & Randy, Restaurant Feedback Card, Huntington Beach, CA on 8/12/2011 "Fantastic, what we had been told and then some!" -Atkins, Restaurant Feedback Card, Boston, MA on 8/11/2011 "We love love love Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Cafe. This is always on our list of "Must Do's" when we drive up from San Diego!!" -OpenTable Diner, San Diego, CA, Dined 8/11/2011 "The Chocolate 'Scream' For Dessert Is Amazing! This little cafe produces some amazing food. Perfectly prepared Lamb Shank (pairs well with the owner's Bernat Syrah) and the Chocolate 'Scream' for dessert is rich and decadant." -"Syrah Girl," Urban Spoon Reviews, Portland, OR, 8/11/2011 "Fabulous service! From the moment we walked in until the moment we left. Kudos for a job well done. It shows your staff cares!" -Lynette C., Restaurant Feedback Card, Mission Viejo, CA, 8/8/2011 "Found this place on yelp and even though a 4 star reviewed place on yelp is always good, Los Olivos cafe surpassed our expectations! The outdoor patio was beautiful. Our waitress, Karen, was helpful and went out of her way to help us find a bottle of wine that we would enjoy. Pesto gnocchi literally melts in your mouth. The papardelle bolognese was delicious. Wonderful experience overall." -Courtney B., Yelp, Alhambra, CA, 8/7/2011 "We love this place and make a point to eat here while visiting or passing through. We've enjoyed everything we've ordered & the servers are very knowledgeable re: wine & menu." -Robin & Carroll G., Restaurant Feedback Card, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, 8/7/2011 " 'A haven in paradise'... From the warm welcome to the fresh locally grown well prepared fare, our experience was extraordinary. A wide choice of local wines, dappled sunlight and cooling breezes made for a memorable lunch." -"topnotch_10", TripAdvisor, 7/27/11 "We really appreciate your selection of quality local wines and attention & efforts at fine cuisine. A great combo of standbys & innovative- very commendable at both. This is our third visit in 5 weeks- which means we really like your food & wine selection." -Mindy M., Restaurant Feedback Card, Los Angeles, CA, 7/30/2011 "The best Italian restaurant so for in U.S. (by a native Italian)." -Andras, Restaurant Feedback Card, San Diego, CA 7/29/2011 "Lovely dinner- Excellent!!! Enjoyed the front patio & really nice people!" -Melodie, Restaurant Feedback Card, Hollywood, CA, 7/23/2011 "Food and service were incredible! I am speechless! Wow!" -Sharon, Restaurant Feedback Card, Houston, TX, 7/17/2011 "Some of the best food we have ever had. Better than almost any restaurant in NYC. Best waitress ever!" -Matt and Carla, Restaurant Feedback Card, NYC 7/12/2011 "Thanks so much, we had a wonderful meal. The waitress/ server was top-notch. She recommended excellent wines to match our courses. Well done! Thanks again" -Leanne, Restaurant Feedback Card, Long Beach, CA 7/8/2011 "Los Olivos Cafe has been consistent in their dishes and hasn't failed to deliver an awesome meal. I am very happy and will be a regular everytime I come back to Los Olivos. Great job Los Olivos cafe! Till next time!" -Debbie M., Yelp, Orange County, CA, 7/5/11 "Excellent restaurant! Gr8 wine selection! Gr8 service .... awesome atmosphere and kid friendly too! " -Mike H., Yelp, Solvang, CA, 7/5/11 "We love your place and enjoyed a wonderful bday lunch there! My dear friend Dennis of Zacca Creek Ranch celebrated his 60th that weekend...we truly enjoyed our stay in the Valley. Thanks again for an enjoyable lunch." Tripp K., Customer Email, Denver, CO, 6/24/11 "Great wine list and excellent wine country cuisine. Setting in quaint Los Olivos is worth the drive." -OpenTable Customer Review, 6/20/11 "Wow! So good and so much variety. A group of us had lunch here last month; what a treat. Starting with the amazing herbed olive oil dipping sauce for the wonderful bread, through the wine list, the salads, sandwiches, it is all top notch. We had an attentive waiter, even though he was super busy. Pretty atmosphere, and you can even shop on the way out; their olive oil and other items are for sale." Rugger H, Trip Advisor, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, 6/13/11 "One of the best meals I've ever had, and what a great wine selection. I told my wife all about it and we will be back." -Judd M., Customer email, 6/12/11 "Always amazing! We ended up going there two days in a row for lunch because the first one was so great. Ordered the Alba Pizza and Steak Cobb. You will not be disappointed. Great portions and so hi quality. Next day, my boyfriend ordered pizza again and I ordered the risotto.Excellent. In addition to great food, they have wine for sale at amazing prices= lower than any other retailer, and I shop alot.Should have gone here for dinner instead of in Solvang. Don't miss it." -"BaileyCR," Trip Advisor, CA, 6/10/11 "More than good food..consistent and fun..What made this viz' unique was the new" sommlier/Jon..He blends wine ..He knows about wine and food pairing..shortly after seating he asked what type of appetizers we liked...he did not tell us the name or blends..we sampled and begged for chevre..the server then brings a plate..lo and behold ..our fav' chevre from Cypress Grove/Himboldt fog!..He revealed the name and blend of wine ..so we bought a case..oh yes the rest of the meal was just as fun .Over 10 years this Cafe delivers taste and value.keep up the good work LO-WM& cafe." -Patrick H., Yelp, Long Beach, 5/23/11 "Beautiful place and great food! This was my second trip to the Los Olivos Cafe and it was WONDERFUL! The food and service were high quality. A large selection of wines to choose from. The burger and curried chicken salad were devine. Highly recommended this place to anyone!" -"Oneluckystarfish," Trip Advisor, 5/2/11 "Amazing!!!!! Every time my mom, sister, and i travel to central California, we make it a must to stop and have lunch at this wonderful cafe. Every single time we come in the service has been flawless, and their range of tasty food is always pleasing. We also love their home made ice cream, and make it a priority to save room for their dessert. I will keep going here for many more years and always recommend it to my family and friends!" -Elizabeth K., Yelp, Lake Arrowhead, CA, 4/9/11 "This is always on our list of restaurants to eat at when we go to wine country. Just the drive there from Solvang is worth it...through lavender fields, stables, and vineyards...oh my! The food is rich, but tasty. I have gotten several ravioli dishes, and am always satisfied. You won't leave hungry! Make a reservation; this is a popular restaurant There's a nice warm fireplace to sit by if you do have to wait for a table." -Anna K., Yelp, Los Angeles, CA, 4/3/11 "Our food was excellent, with proper portions. Los Olivos Cafe has a massive wine menu, most of it local, the way I like it. We ordered the usual appetizer, the baked BRIE covered with a port wine sauce! OMG!! It's a must! The short ribs and gourmet burger were fantastic! Finished it off with a bread pudding and creme brulee! WOW! I'll be back OF COURSE!" -Javier G, Yelp, Anaheim, CA, 3/14/11 "LOVE this place! I came to this little town for lunch and everything was EXCELLENT!!! Intimate setting. They have the perfect wine pairing for every dish, so each taste was a new delight. I can't wait to come back! It may help to make a reservation if you have a group." -Gina H, Yelp, Oakland, CA, 3/12/2011 "Excellent food in downtown Los Olivos! Excellent atmosphere and great food. Wonderful place for a romantic dinner with extensive wine options. Special Features included: Vibrant bar scene, hot spot, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, good for special occasion and groups." -OpenTable Customer, 03/05/2011 "I love this place. If not only for their food, for their location and their atmosphere. I sat outside because it was a beautiful day. The service was impeccable. Everything from the bread with great dipping oil to my steak fritas was awesome. I had a couple glasses of wine to go with it and I was a happy man." -Andy G, Yelp, Pomona, CA, 2/28/2011 "WOW! Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Cafe was an incredible dining experience. Everything on the menu is local, organic and fresh from the central coast. The roasted vegetables were amazing. I love my veggies but these were like no other. The duck was incredible and perfect for sharing, but the dessert is what top the evening off. You have to get the bread pudding with figs and raisins. It is heaven in your mouth and so worth the calories. This is definitely a place you want to go when in the Santa Ynez Valley." -Meghan B, Yelp, New Orleans, LA, 1-21-2011 "A thoroughly enjoyable experience!" -BrooklynGuy, TripAdvisor, Melbourne, Florida, 1-27-2011 "I’ve visited Los Olivos Café twice, once for lunch and once for my birthday dinner. The restaurant is fantastic, I finished every single bite of my food and both times they had something innovative, unique, and tasty on the menu. Service is good and I was served an excellent dessert for my birthday. I wish I lived closer; I would definitely go more often. I love how the Wine Merchant is connected to the restaurant; they have so many wines for every budget." -Amanda, Santabarbara.com Review, Santa Barbara, CA, 1-17-2011 "The Risotto was particularly "sublime" and the finest we have experienced ever, anywhere, including Italy. Thank you for making our taste buds dance with delight!" -The Shanelecs, Santa Barbara, CA "Fabulous dinner!! Great wine selection! Wonderful ambience! They were most helpful to our son who called ahead from the east coast to order a gift certificate for our anniversary celebration which was presented to us with our bill." -HarvardMom2, TripAdvisor, Rockaway, NJ, 12-10-2010 "Best sandwiches in the world!" -Jenni, Google User, 11-18-2010 "Dinner was excellent, and the wine steward picked out the perfect wine for our meal. (It's now my husband's favorite wine.) I recommend it highly the Los Olivos Cafe" -YahooLocalUser, 11-15-2010 "How can you possibly improve on excellence?" -Restaurant Feedback Card, Santa Barbara, CA " I love, love, love Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Cafe. There's not much in downtown Los Olivos, but this place is definitely a gem. Reasonable prices, good selection on the dinner + wine menus, comfortable yet trendy atmosphere, and friendly + knowledgeable service won us over." -Margie, Yelp, San Jose, CA "HUGE fan of the restaurant! I've been coming to the Los Olivos Cafe for years! Every experience is different and every time delightful! Great food and great wine selection! Will always come back!." -Maya A, Yelp, Glendale, CA "Amazing food. I was surprised how good it was. I had the salmon Sideways menu. The roasted potatoes were especially good ... oddly good. All my friends LOVED their food as well. Pleasant atmosphere, great food and wine. YUM." -Ron R, Yelp, Los Angeles, CA 9-7-10 "Blackberry and smoky blue ice cream was a revelation - simply great!." -Mark Surby, Restaurant Feedback Card, Los Angeles, CA "This is definitely "California Cuisine", the ingredients were super fresh and made a big difference to the taste of the dish. Everything was excellent." -Vickie, Yelp, South Pasadena, CA "This restaurant experience changed my life. From appetizers to dessert.....awesome, awesome. Good service, great good. Will come back for sure and recommend to anyone. Great wine selection." -World Traveler "Honestly, everything we ate was amazing. The buns for the sandwiches were soft and buttery. The portabella was roasted to perfection with the right spread and veggies. The bbq brisket with sauce and onions were mouth watering. And the spreads... make sure to order this appetizer with all the dips to experience an explosion of flavors.Whether you are going before or after wine tasting, or having a nice meal, go here, you will not be disappointed." -Thomas, San Jose, CA "Truly the best pasta dinner ever eaten (other than in Italy), as it tasted as authentic!" -Capistrano Beach, CA "Outstanding food, great service and wine recommendations, fun atmosphere. Here in Chicago, we consider Santa Barbara County to be "heaven." And, after eating at Los Olivos Cafe, we'd have to say that your restaurant is 'heaven's gourmet dining center' carrying the tastiest food and wine." -Chicago, Illinois "We LOVE this place. Hospitality... friendly...so fun...comfortable - elegant...Great food and wine in one place. Yeah!" -Los Angeles, California "A wonderful dining experience in a charming town." -San Luis Obispo, CA "What an unexpected gem - like Calistoga without the crowds. Food was exquisite. We'll be back next time we go down to visit family in Santa Barbara." -Santa Rosa, California "The best people create the most welcoming atmosphere. The menu is always delightful. Thanks for being here! Keep up the great stuff." -Solvang, California "Great atmosphere. Definitely, a wine-lover's one-stop-central. Delicious food and wine. The wine gift store was fun to explore, but the wine-tasting was beyond description. We loved the hand-crafted Santa Barbara wines from Santa Rita Hills the best. We're definitely coming back. Thanks for the great service!" -Denver, Colorado "Consistently fine food at lunch and dinner. All of staff very pleasant. Even though we are Colorado residents we have dined here a lot of times. So many beautiful wineries in Santa Barbara County. What we love best about the Los Olivos Cafe and Wine Merchant is having so many good wines to taste in one place." -Lafayette, Colorado "Our mother-in-law lives in Solvang and brought us to her favorite restaurant in Los Olivos. She's right about you! You're truly a wine-lover's delight. " -Los Altos Hills, California "The food was fresh and very well prepared. The flavors of the food last and grow. Delicious wines. So many to select from. One of the best highlights of our Santa Barbara vacation. Good job!" -Anjo-shi Aichi-ken, Japan "Very good food and service. We especially appreciate so many vegetarian choices. We stumbled across you several years ago on our first visit to the Santa Ynez Valley vineyards and wineries. We had a great meal, enjoyed the wine, and make a point of returning when we visit the area once or twice a year." -San Francisco, California "The food was exceptional, service prompt, and pleasant atmosphere - charming and eclectic, just like the Los Olivos community itself. Great selection of local and international wines. Prices great...we'll be back on our next trip up to Santa Barbara!" -Burbank, California "It was the best wine tasting experience we had." -Northridge, California "A treat! The food was great-lots of interesting recipes. The waitress was very knowledgeable about local wines. Great selection from the neighboring wineries. We'll tell our friends." -Santa Maria, California 
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