THE most beautiful wedding setting I have ever seen. My godsister said her vows at sunset under a…read moregroup of oak trees with wine colored silk draped through the branches. The "barn" had one wall open with white fabric panels blowing in the wind creating a romantic passage way in and out of the reception area. White lanterns illuminated the grassy area which housed the buffet tables and a few fire pits with smores fixings available. Inside the barn old jam jars with votive candles lit in the windows and vintage lanterns hung from the open beams. The have a little stage and a little bar area which of course will be serving Firestone wines. It was one of THOSE weddings. The kind you dream about as a little girl and envy as a big girl. The oaks, vineyards and old ranch house looked beautiful as the pink sunset splashed them with golden color. F*&%.

Picturesque and beautiful ceremony; even Mother Nature could not have ruined this perfect venue…read more My cousin just got married this weekend in the hottest, humid, and raining (before the wedding starts & during the dinner)- 102 degree weather! The Crossroads Estate was a last minute changed due to unforeseen circumstances from the original venue at Firestone Vineyard; 5017 Zaca Station Rd. Crossroads Estate is a winery in the town of Los Olivos situated inside the Santa Ynez Valley on Foxen Canyon Road with views of the San Rafael Mountains, features a mixture of grapevines, floral meadows, and dramatic oak trees. It was constructed during the early 20th century, the Crossroads House on the estate is an extraordinary craftsman style home with plenty of rustic vineyard charm. The beautiful ceremony was situated under a very old Oak tree. The Bride came down the path with my Uncle Louie & his wife while a live band playing soft music. She was glowing and very glamorous! It was picturesque and breathtaking. The staffs were in black serving hot appetizers after ceremony. There was a nice table setting with cheese plates and open bar both outside and inside the barn until 9:45PM. The bar had a very nice selection of wines from local wineries nearby; and even serving Belvedere vodka all evening (not your usual cheaply vodka). The buffet dinner was set outside next to a open barn. Pole Barn, which offers an oak bar, raised stage, and iron chandeliers. The salmon and steak was cooked perfectly (not too dry or over cooked). Across the way was a nice selection of the veggies (squash, zucchini, asparagus, portobello mushrooms and mixed green salad bar. They also have a pasta buffet bar serving pappardelle or penne with your choice of cream or tomato sauce and toppings to your liking. I was very impressed with the venue! After dinner they served crepes with sliced bananas, strawberries, freshly made jam, vanilla ice cream with a drizzle of hot melted dark chocolate. I also appreciate the entire staffs. The poor staffs were running around and were very accommodating during the heavy downpours moving the canopy around for the outdoor Chefs and the patrons trying to get their food at the wedding. We danced the night away (while drenched in sweats or rain) in our fine evening wears with a live dj. Most importantly; at the end both the Bride and Groom were very happy! And so were the guests!

Last Saturday my son married my beautiful daughter-in-law, and we had the reception at a fabulous…read morenew place here in Lompoc, Events Mission Valley! This is a great environment for gatherings of all kinds! We were able to seat 70+ and have food, and room for dancing! The owner and staff are very welcoming and they really made this event perfect! I highly recommend this space for your gathering!

I never write reviews, but we had such a great experience with Louise that I had to give a shout…read moreout! We hired Lou to provide a culinary experience for my family member's 80th birthday in our Santa Ynez weekend rental. Louise was responsive, professional, fun, creative, talented, delightful, and worked with us to create a kind of unique experience (a cooking type class/ experience for 5 people who frequently cook), and a stress-free, fun time to celebrate the birthday. Lou delivered with a truly enjoyable, absolutely delicious, experience! She read the room, went with the flow, and took the reins in a way that relieved all pressure from the weekend's planners, and delivered a phenomenal meal/ dessert! She brought everything, cleaned up, and topped it all off with her amazing cheesecake! Everything was fresh, delicious, and perfectly prepared, and even us old hands learned some great new cooking hacks! Highly recommend Louise for your next foodie event!

Fantastic restaurant with consistently great food and service. The staff paid attention to every…read moredetail, and our meals were fresh and delicious. It's easy to see why this place has such a great reputation.

So it's been about a year since I left a review for this place, and I felt a little bit more…read morecompelled to leave another one for two specific reasons Veronica, and Adriana Those two women are two reasons why my wife and I love coming back here. The wine is good and there's a lot of competition and so it's not like if you want somewhere else you wouldn't get good wine. Good wine isn't always going to be the reason why you come back, it's their service!! These two women always have a smile, they are joyous Adriana has this eccentric laugh. That is just absolutely amazing and she is one of the most kind individuals. Veronica is absolutely sweet, she's super helpful, super knowledgeable and very giving and kind(I can say this about both of them to be honest) This weekend we came and that SHINE a bit more. I just wanna say that these two women are absolutely the definition of wonderful customer service, they are the ones that make me want to go into my pocket and give my hard earned money to them for their great service. They earned their tip! When we come back, they will be requested.

This winery is named after an American actor named Fess Parker. He founded this winery after his…read moreacting career with his son. The winery is set in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley, perfect for picnics, kids, and fur-babies. I saw many people set up with a blanket on the grass. However, our main focus was the wine tastings. Unfortunately, I was not impressed with the tasting here. I ended up pouring essentially all the wine we tasted in the dump bucket.

We stayed here for our first time for my husband's birthday. Upon check-in, we were surprised to be…read moreupgraded to a Junior Suite, which was FABULOUS! The rooms are well insulated and quiet, the back patio with fire pit was perfect. The heated pool was indeed nice and warm and the bar/restaurant not only had tasty food and drinks but the price point was nice. We were only there for one night, and never left the property in order to enjoy all the amenities. We didn't partake of the mini bar items so I can't speak to the prices, but the selection was amazing! 10/10 recommend

We were in Los Olivos doing some wine tasting and decided to finally stop here for dinner since we…read morepass it all the time off the 101 but had never actually tried it. Honestly... we should've just kept driving. When we walked in we were greeted with a blunt "how many?" and then told they'd seat us at a table to accommodate "the big boys." Not exactly the warmest welcome and definitely came off pretty rude. Since there weren't many other options nearby at the time, we decided to stay anyway. Unfortunately the experience didn't really improve from there. The food and drinks were pretty mid at best, and the service throughout the meal wasn't great. The only positive thing I can say is that the space itself is really cute... It's definitely Instagram worthy. But beyond the aesthetics, there wasn't much substance. The whole vibe honestly reminded me of Dick's Last Resort.. except I don't think that was the intention. Will we be back? Definitely not. Next time we'll just keep driving to Santa Maria or AG instead.

My daughter took her WSET Level 3, and we chose this spot in San Ynez, famed for red wines, to…read morerelax post-test Opting for white wine added a fun twist. Sommelier Jessica not only knows her stuff but also makes the experience enjoyable. The overall vibe here is comfortably inviting.

By far, the best hotel I've been to. Ambience was excellent…read more Everything was clean and hygienic. The music dials in the room added a feeling of elegance. The bathroom was spacious and the steam feature in the shower was my favorite part of our entire stay. The complementary breakfast was tasty and hearty as well. Really enjoyed the French toast, it tasted fresh. The customer service was great, we were treated with hospitality in every area of service. Especially throughout the breakfast. Also: Parking was accessible. The wine tasting was a great addition to our stay. The library was nice. Wish we stayed longer!

Very good find for leisure trip to the wine region. San Inez is a hidden yet fast developing…read moretouristic gem near to Los Olivos and Solvang. The hotel has an old fashion Europen vibe together with the modern facilities. It is very quiet and good for a rest during the socal coast trip. The staff is great! Special thenks to Richard for a good great hospitality. Great gourmet snacks in everythings. We enjoyed oir stay there.

This place is adorable and perfect for kids to discover, imagine, and explore. There are so many…read morehands-on exhibits where kids can pretend to be a banker, chef, grocery store clerk, astronaut, veterinarian, and more. They can also play in themed areas like kayaking, the beach, fishing, and the Wild West. There's a huge arts and crafts section with tons of materials to create with, and kids can even plant a small plant to take home. The museum also has an air station and an outdoor play area with water chutes, which adds even more fun. The price is very reasonable, and the snacks available for purchase are affordable as well. A thoughtful bonus was that they even offered free formula. Overall, it's a fantastic spot for families with young kids.

Kids had a great time! Ages 1.5 and 3... so much for them to do and see! We will definitely be…read moregoing back soon. And what a great deal, only $7 per person!