We ordered our wedding cake from Enjoy Cupcakes, and it was such a hit! First of all, Amber was a…read morejoy to work with and it was so easy to communicate our vision and what we wanted with her. We had tried her cupcakes before in Los Olivos, and we knew we wanted our wedding cake from her because her wine cupcake flavors were some of our favorites, and we were doing a wine forward wedding at a venue in Santa Ynez. The cake itself was delicious and the perfect addition to our day. Our guests absolutely loved it, and we loved how the flavors of Blackberry Chocolate Syrah and Bubbly Strawberry Champagne perfectly fit our theme! Highly recommend!

Yummy cupcakes. I like that they have unique weekly flavors. I always get the mini pack because you…read moreget to try a few different types. Service has always been great! We always pickup from sarloos and sons.

Do not miss this winery! There are many tasting rooms to choose from so this is to help you choose…read morethe top wines. We loved their wine, we did a tasting which I typically skip right to the reds. I did the full white and red wine tasting. Every wine was so well balanced, smooth, and ready to enjoy, We were fortunate to be served by Kieth Saarloos who was so informative about the wines, the region and the family history. We were captivated by not only the experience but also both the white and red wines, we left with quite a bag full. Tip: some bottles can be less expensive at the winery vs online. Cant comment on cupcakes experience hopefilly next time. But the wines 5 stars absolutely

We will never return to this place whenever friends come to visit from outside we try to take them…read moreto wine tasting, years ago we came to this place and we liked it but this time the experience was not good at all: The place was empty so there were no reason for this attitude the ladies working here seemed like they didn't want to be bothered. They didn't even give any kind of welcome No explanation at all of the wines We had to walk up back to the bar for each glass and each tasting, They didn't even have water at others tastings they always offer water as part of the experience, Hate this to happen when we're entertaining friends that travel from so far.

Outstanding. The Short Ribs were Delicious, and the Beet Salad was amazing. (I am not a Beet Guy)…read more The Blood Orange Hefe was Excellent. Even my Girl Loved it. Oh Yeah, our little angel (Pom) Love it too.

The Wine Merchant is a nice wine country restaurant on the main drag in Los Olivos. Had dinner here…read moreafter a day of tasting. The restaurant decor is nice, though nothing special, with a sizeable patio for outdoor dining. We started with a couple of local wines by the glass. The wine list here is heavily biased towards local wines as one would expect from a wine country restaurant. Kudos for the local focus! The menu here is wine country, farm-to-table and the restaurant even has their own organic farm a short distance away where they source ingredients. For dinner we started with the beet salad special served over a citrus yogurt. For main courses we had the grilled rack of lamb and a quinoa bowl with salmon. Every dish was expertly prepared and delicious. The fruits and veggies were exceptionally fresh being sourced directly. David was our server and coincidentally was our server at a wine tasting earlier in the day. His service and that from the supporting team were professional and friendly. I give this restaurant my highest recommendation!

What a delight! I'm…read morea lucky gal that my bf has great taste in picking out date outing restaurants, Bar Le Côte being one of those great choices. Food is farm to table with a seafood focus. We shared a few items to get a sampling of the menu. Everything came out quite quickly. Presentation was beautiful and everything was delicious. The summer squash and roasted oysters were the favorites. The Chicken sandwich (happy hour menu) was delicious however once you picked it up could not put down due to the juices from the garnishes flooding the plate, so if it was put down the bread would have become a soggy mess. Luckily it was so delicious that eating it quickly would have happened anyways. Decor is cute, love the green accents in the walls and furnishings. It's a stylish yet relaxed establishment. Happy hour is 3-5 and all night Thursday. Located in the cute downtown area of Los Olivos making for a nice walk around before or after dining here.

We came here a year ago and got lucky with a walk in. This year we made a reservation. Our table,…read morewhile away from most of thr restaurant, was uncomfortable seating/chair wise and the table was huge for 2 people. We were also next to the bathroom so people were walking by, waiting for the restroom and you could smell the air freshener every time the door opened and closed. It was fine but next time I would ask to be seated elsewhere. Service was friendly and on point tho there was a little wait between each dishes. We had summer squash, branzino and the pork chop. Also had the sticky toffee date cake for dessert. We walked here from our hotel (Mattei's) less than 5 min. We enjoyed our food but really loved it last time. We stuck to most fish apps and entrees last time. Will return next visit.

Stopped here for lunch on Wednesday. What a fabulous place!…read moreFrom flatbread pizza to crudo, and to the wine selection, it was truly perfect. We sat outside as it was a really nice day and the great service, the menu options, and the music was all chill vibe we needed after a 4 hr drive. Thank you and I will be back! Cheers!

We enjoyed a nice lunch at Nella Kitchen & Bar on our way out of Los Olivos the Sunday before last…read more I made a reservation, but it didn't seem necessary, at least when we went at 11:30, right at opening. The vibe was pleasant and a little bit fancy. No lowly brunch menu here--we had raw fish, medium rare steak, and red wine. I suppose not everyone wants all that before dinner. Nella is an attractive restaurant at the Fess Parker Wine Country Inn. The dining room looked charming, but we opted to sit on the patio, which was comfortable and breezy. Service was great, attentive and prompt. We were in and out in an hour, as planned, but we could've lingered longer. The food was delicious, starting with the $9 bread and butter--French baguette with a bright yellow block of salted Bordier butter. The salmon crudo was fresh and silky, finished with Fresno chile, citrus, passion fruit, avocdao mousse, calamansi vinegar, and fresh basil. My favorite dish, though, was the spring salad, a vibrant assembly of Tutti Frutti Farms sugar snap peas, fava beans, kumquats, calamansi pickled red onions, arugula, pecorino, and rosé vinaigrette. I don't typically go for salads without meat, but this one was superb. For our entrées, we shared a Margherita pinsa and the filet mignon. The pinsa was an airy flatbread, topped with San Marzano tomatoes, fior di latte, basil, and sea salt. The prime cut filet was flavorful and satisfying, cooked a tender medium rare and served with yu choy and green peppercorn sauce. We ordered two Italian reds by the glass, which went well with everything, but especially with the steak. The Grosjean Vallee d'Aoste, a Gamay , and the Clos Venturi Vin de Corse "1769," a Sangiovese Sciaccarellu blend. I'd been to SY Kitchen once before and plan to go to whatever restaurant the group is about to open up in Montecito. These people obviously know what they're doing. We had a lovely lunch at Nella Kitchen & Bar and would recommend it to anyone visiting Los Olivos.

From the moment we walked in, the staff was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and genuinely kind. The…read moreservice was attentive and everything felt easy and relaxed. We absolutely love the corgi theme. It adds so much personality and charm to the space without feeling gimmicky. The shop has a cozy ambiance, but the standout feature for us was the huge back patio. It is spacious, peaceful, and ideal for getting work done with a laptop, or even with big groups of people. The patio covers provide plenty of shade so the sun does not feel overwhelming, and the WiFi was strong and reliable. We ordered hibiscus iced teas, and they were delicious. It was perfect for an 80 degree day. Overall, a great little coffee shop.

The space is super eclectic and I dig it. My barista was…read moresuper nice. Vanilla latte was not strong enough and needed an extra shot of espresso. My barista informed that all drinks are two shots so I would recommend the 12oz instead of the 16oz or ask for an extra shot if you're a caffeine lover. There is a great outdoor space for the nice days and a cozy bookstore area for those looking for a calmer atmosphere. Restroom is clean but there is only one as far as I saw which thankfully was not busy. Parking is all residential but it seems like there is plenty and for those looking to do work on their laptops there are definitely plenty of outlets so enjoy. Thanks Lefty's, maybe I'll stop in next time I'm in the area.

We stayed at the Inn at Mattei's Tavern this past weekend and had dinner at the titular Tavern, an…read moreupscale contemporary restaurant in a reincarnated central California stagecoach stop dating back to 1886. The inn leans into the old west aesthetic, but the tavern is just elegant and attractive, with leather furniture, a high vaulted ceiling, and a lot of windows. It was pleasantly bustling on a Friday night, with what seemed like a mix of hotel guests and other visitors. Los Olivos has a population that hovers around 1,000, so this restaurant, like the stagecoach stop, is there to serve travelers. Accordingly, service was first class. There was a full bar with elaborate cocktails and plenty of wine from the area. We ordered two rounds of cocktails, as we planned to drink wine all weekend, and they were all very good. The Vaquero Campfire was a refreshing mezcal drink with pink peppercorn, honey, and charred grapefruit. The Cigars & Horses was a boozy mix of bourbon, yellow chartreuse, and smoked cinnamon. Los Rancheros Vistadores was a pleasantly bitter tequila cocktail, with reposado, amaro, Aperol, and orange olive oil. And the Pinochle Punch was a smooth blend of milk-clarified rye, cognac, and orange. We ordered wines by the glass to go with our entrees, and these were both lovely, too. The Sandlands Lodi Red Table Wine and the Racines Mattei's Cuvée, a Chardonnay that must have some connection to Mattei's Tavern. The food was delicious. We started with a half dozen oysters with mignonette and lemon and Gin's tuna carpaccio, topped with scallion, radish, ginger dressing, and cold-pressed California olive oil. Then we had Mattei's house focaccia, served with cultured butter and herb oil, and the country pâté, with cherry, tarragon, and sourdough. The entrées were both excellent. The Channel Islands rockfish was beautifully cooked, served in a vibrant tomatillo sauce with hoja santa, with sides of roti, grilled avocado, and grilled lime. The Colorado lamb was tender and juicy with a nice spiced crust. It came with couscous, vadouvan, mint yogurt, onion, and dates. For dessert, we shared the affogato: vanilla ice cream, Handlebar espresso. Hard to think of a better way to wind down a big meal. We charged dinner to the room and got $100 through a hotel promotion. This covered some of our drinks. The Tavern is not a cheap restaurant, but it is a great one, well worth checking out on your visit to Los Olivos.

We made a reservation at The Tavern to celebrate our one-year anniversary, so it was disappointing…read moreto arrive and learn that our reservation had somehow been canceled. We had specifically chosen this restaurant because we were traveling with our dog and understood that their outdoor seating area was dog-friendly. We were told that the outdoor patio was closed for a private event. Since we had made our reservation more than a week in advance, it would have been helpful if the restaurant had notified us ahead of time so we could have made other arrangements. Unfortunately, we ended up having to leave our dog back at the hotel. To their credit, the hostess did her best to accommodate us and found us a table in the bar area near the fireplace. However, the location wasn't ideal for an anniversary dinner. Guests frequently walked and stood in front of the fireplace directly in front of our table, and at one point other patrons even sat down at our table, making what was supposed to be a romantic evening feel awkward and disrupted. The food itself was excellent, and we genuinely enjoyed our meal. Had it not been for the reservation mix-up and the restaurant's lack of proactive communication regarding the patio closure, this would likely have been a much higher-rated experience. Unfortunately, the service and overall experience fell short of what we expected for such a special occasion.