What a hidden gem!…read more We went to the Tasting Room on a whim, trying to kill some time before our dinner reservation, and it turned out to be one of the highlights of our stay at Bacara. Yvonne is wonderful. She knows her wine and she explains everything so well. I'd say our wine knowledge is low to medium, and she is informative without being pretentious. You can tell she loves sharing her passion for wine. We ended up talking about all kinds of things, and she is just a very interesting person, period. We had a lovely time with Yvonne, and I felt like we took a fun wine class for 30+ minutes. We could've stayed a lot longer but we had to leave for our dinner reservation. We've done many wine tastings over the years, and this was one of our favorites, for sure. I think it is a great idea that Bacara has this on the resort premise, and so glad we went! It's easy to miss, but I think it will be worthwhile if you like/love wine, or even if you're just interested in finding out more about it. Next to the coffee shop in front of the hotel entrance. How often can you do wine tasting and have the option to walk back to your room and take a nap if you want? So convenient!

What a wonderful find. After dinner at the OKB, we went for…read morea stroll with our dog Sian (Shaun). Wished we went before dinner. Nice, beautiful and open wine tasting room. Nice seating areas. Yvonne was our sommelier and tasting guru. It was just the two of us and our dog. Oh, and and a very loud and demanding group of eight people off to the side. Yvonne did her best to keep them happy. She succeeded. We were happy too!!! Yvonne was very informative about the wines of Santa Ynez Valley Viticultural area, not to mention very friendly and accomodating. We are from the Sierra Foothills of Amador and El Dorado County areas which are known for their hearty Zins, Barbaras and other Rhone varietals. Yvonne took us on a tasting tour of the Santa Ynez Valley and the wide variety of beautiful wines. Impressive to say the least. The whites were great! Something that we don't have much of in the Sierra Foothills. Go if you have the time whilst at the Bacara.

An Absolutely Amazing Experience!…read more Presqu'ile Winery was absolutely amazing! We visited to celebrate my daughter's 21st birthday, and it couldn't have been a more perfect setting for such a special milestone. The atmosphere is beautiful, relaxing, and truly unforgettable, and both the food and wine were incredible. A special shoutout to our server, Natalie, who was absolutely wonderful! She was friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, and made our celebration feel extra special. The entire staff was fantastic and made us feel so welcome from beginning to end. Between the beautiful atmosphere, amazing food and wine, and outstanding service, Presqu'ile Winery gave our family an experience we will always remember. We couldn't have picked a better place to celebrate her 21st birthday!

I really loved the Presqu'ile Winery. It is really a step above the other wineries in the area. The…read morewine was my favorite in this area that I tasted and they have such a nice indoor and outdoor area The food with the wine and food tasting was delicious. Ours had couscous , salad, lamb kabobs, hummus and cheese with pita bread. I guess it does change monthly or quarterly. The charcuterie boards looked amazing and are a good option if you don't want a multi course meal. Our server was really great and attentive and gave us plenty of info on the wine

Ok, let' do this! For starters, Father's Day weekend and…read morebeing my first time there I felt welcomed like if i knew them for a long time. Followed to that this place has a great ambiance from the moment you walk into the building. There have a pool table and lounge area to chill out away from noise( live music at the patio) I didn't get to try the food because I was the a little late. But what really got my 100% approval was the service and knowledge about their beer selection because in case you are indecisive on what kind of beer to get, do not worry they got you! Now as I always, judge for yourself! p.s kids are welcome and pets friendly.

Fabulous experience! The space inside is nice and offers different types of seating but seems a bit…read moremore industrial than anything else. There were some issues with parking, but once you get inside, the service is friendly and the drinks are tasty. There's a nice selection of beer and wine.

I honestly love this place. Every single time we go it's always a great time filled with not only…read moregood hospitality, but great wine One of the things that always keeps us coming back is always going to be service. Mario is the one that helps us out and he is not only always kind. He's informative and takes such good care of us. I sincerely would recommend him anytime. Looking forward to coming back and so glad we got the membership.

Had an amazing time this morning hanging out with Peter. An old school New Yorker…read more I tried the mixed flight. I prefer reds, so it definitely got better as the tasting went along, but the whites were still tasty. As Peter said, "it's Summer in a glass." The location is beautiful. Looks like a lot of folks get married there. Went home with more than I expected. Peter gave me a deal on cabs I couldn't refuse. Definitely a must try. I look forward to coming back.

While exploring the Funk Zone, we decided to stop into Pali Wine Co. after I came across it online…read more The wine flights were what initially caught my attention, especially since my mom doesn't drink much. It seemed like a great way to sample a variety of wines without it being overwhelming. We were warmly welcomed by Taylor, who made our visit even more enjoyable. She was incredibly friendly, took the time to explain the menu, and walked us through the wines we selected, making us feel comfortable and never rushed. We also ordered the charcuterie board, and it exceeded our expectations. The quality of the ingredients was excellent, and it was surprisingly filling for the two of us. Between the welcoming service, delicious food, and relaxed atmosphere, this ended up being one of our favorite stops in Santa Barbara. I would absolutely return on my next visit and highly recommend stopping in if you're spending time in the Funk Zone.

My partner and I recently visited this wine tasting establishment and while the venue itself is…read morebeautiful and the live music created a great atmosphere, our overall experience was unfortunately very disappointing due to poor service and presentation. We had a series of issues from the start. Our assigned waiter was completely inattentive; he ignored our table, failed to check on us, and never brought the cheese board we ordered. We eventually had to flag down another member of the staff just to get any service at all. Even after we caught his attention, our server seemed aware of us but made no effort to approach or assist. Additionally, the wait time for our wine flights was excessively long. When the cheese board finally arrived, I was shocked to find that all three cheeses were served still inside their original plastic wrappers--not even sliced. To make matters worse, we were provided with plastic knives to cut the cheese ourselves, which was incredibly difficult and frustrating. I have never encountered a cheese board served this way at any establishment. I really wanted to enjoy this visit, and I want to give credit to the other waitresses who were working that day--they were great and were the only saving grace of the experience. However, the lack of basic service and the bizarre presentation of the food made this a trip I wouldn't recommend

Great spot! Loved both the wine and the friendly service. Took two bottles home after our tasting.read more

Tasting Flights: $25 (waived with a 2-bottle purchase). Beer tasting flight: $20…read more This was only our second visit to Rincon Mountain's tasting room, but the experience was just as wonderful as the first time. This is a family owned/operated wine and beer tasting room located in Carpinteria, with their vineyards located on nearby Rincon Mountain and in Paso Robles. Cool vibe entry area, with a large, garage-like back room and outdoor tasting areas. Parking available both on street and in a private lot in back. WINES: We were fortunate to have Jill, co-owner with her husband Edward, pour for us and the service was excellent. We tried 5 wines from the tasting menu, a '22 Storytime Rosè, '22 Susie Q (white Rhone blend), 2020 Dusty Vinyl (Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre red blend), '19 Tempranillo, and a '19 Monk (Bordeaux red blend). In addition, Jill also poured us a '22 Syrah. Again, all the wines were well-made and flavorful. We took advantage of the waived tasting fee and took several bottles home with us. You can also purchase wines by the glass or enjoy a bottle onsite. BEER: New since our last visit, Jill and Edward decided to brew beer, so we also decided to share a tasting. All ingredients are grown on their property and they're currently pouring a Lu Lu Lager, a Monk's Ration (Belgian Ale), and a Sal's Stout. The pours are generous and easily enough for two people to share a tasting. We're not huge beer fans, but these, especially the lager and the ale, were so refreshing and full of flavor. They're sold in 750ml bottles, and we took a couple of these home as well. I highly recommend a visit to Rincon Mountain Winery's tasting room. You won't be disappointed!

My husband and I visited on May 22, 2026. The views from this second floor tasting room and patio…read moreare wonderful. While the patio isn't covered, there are a handful of umbrellas for the dozen or so tables. The staff were friendly and remembered where we were on the tasting journey. The wines were tasty - I focused on the reds while my husband tasted white and red. The 2023 Ganache was my favorite of the reds. We look forward to our next visit.

Went on a day trip with my wino tasting friends and had to stop by here. Not only is the wine…read moredelicious the views of the ocean are breathtaking and also very peaceful. We ordered the basic wine tasting and still delicious. I would recommend more umbrellas to cover us from the sun and actually be outside. We remained inside for much of the time but other than that, all good.

Choosing Vega Vineyard & Farm for our October 2025 wedding was one of the best decisions we made…read more The venue is absolutely gorgeous, but it was the people who made us fall in love with it. From day one, Jimmy and Jessi made us feel welcomed, cared for, and supported, and that feeling never changed. Every corner of the property felt like something out of a dream. From exchanging vows surrounded by stunning scenery to celebrating under the stars in the courtyard, each moment was more beautiful than we imagined. What makes Vega so special is that it feels like more than just a venue. It's a place we'll continue to visit for years to come, celebrating anniversaries and future milestones. The food was incredible. Our guests are still talking about the salmon, roasted lamb, fresh salads, and amazing orzo. Every dish was beautifully prepared, and the family-style meal created such a warm and connected atmosphere. We truly wouldn't change a single thing. Our wedding day was perfect, and we will forever be grateful to Jimmy, Jessi, and the entire Vega team for making it such an unforgettable experience.

If you're looking for a great spot for brunch, with a wonderful view of the gorgeous mountains of…read moreSYV, and you have a sweet tooth for caramel crunch then you should definitely come to Vega Vineyard! Their brunch menu has amazing food options. I had the Louise's Cheesecake that tasted so delicious! On another note, their service was absolutely wonderful as well! Kudos to every employee there, you all were fantastic and very keen to your service. I highly recommend stopping here for your next brunch spot!

Cool winery to check out…read more The staff are older, friendly enough. The red wines are really tasty. I love the private-ish tables. I mean you're close enough to hear your neighbors, but still have a sense of privacy with a nice view of the vineyard. Even though it was hot outside, underneath the canopy it was nice.

Been here many times and it's definitely one of our favorites. However, this was our first visit in…read moreover a year and this experience just wasn't quite the same. Customer service was still great, but I noticed a few changes that took away from the experience for us personally. I do like that the tastings are no longer in the plastic tubes, although the tubes did feel like they held a little more wine. What we didn't enjoy was that when multiple people ordered the same tastings, they were placed into the same shared glass/container. In our party of four, three of us had the same six tastings and had to share. I appreciated the bow on the glass showing the pours, but I preferred the previous setup where everyone had their own individual tastings. It may seem small, and thankfully our group was fine sharing, but it made the experience feel less personal and honestly made us less interested in doing tastings again on future visits. Some people also may not feel comfortable sharing containers or touching the same glass. Nothing terrible at all, just some feedback from longtime visitors who loved how it used to be. On this visit we actually ended up ordering a bottle afterward instead, and moving forward we'll probably just continue doing that rather than the tastings.