My son just had is wedding here (ceremony and reception). I can't say enough about this venue. The entire staff made it a truly memorable night. From our coordinator Brooke to the owner Rex , and everyone in between went out of their way to makes sure everyone had a great time. The food was top shelf and the service was excellent! I highly recommend this venue for a truly memorable time. read more

We honestly don't have enough words to express how incredible our experience was at Villa + Vine! From the moment we first visited, we knew it was special--but they truly exceeded every expectation and gave us a wedding day more magical than we ever imagined. The staff was nothing short of amazing--professional, warm, organized, and genuinely invested in making sure everything was perfect. They anticipated our needs before we even thought of them and made the entire planning process feel effortless and fun. On the day of the wedding, everything ran flawlessly, and we were able to completely relax and soak in every moment. The venue itself is absolutely stunning-- the outdoor courtyard, cozy fireplace, magical string lights and more. So many of our guests told us it was the most beautiful wedding (and fun!) they've ever attended, and we couldn't agree more If you're looking for a venue that will go above and beyond to make your day unforgettable, this is it. We truly couldn't have asked for a better experience and are endlessly thankful to the entire team at Villa + Vine for giving us memories we'll treasure forever. read more

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Went to a wedding here and it was so perfect. It is a smaller venue and was perfect for the size. Loved everything about this place, the location, the staff was awesome, the food was so delicious . I was only a guest so I do not know who did the florals or DJ but it was a very fun and memorable night. Would recommend read more

We had our wedding at Villa & Vine in October and I couldn't recommend it enough! Everything ran so smoothly, especially the transition from ceremony to cocktail to reception. The team did an incredible job doing the flip of the courtyard and making my pinterest inspo come to life :) The wait staff was so attentive and always made sure we were taken care of & had what we needed. The food was incredible and we received so many compliments from guests on how much they loved everything, from the food to the venue space. Thank you to the entire V&V staff on making it such a memorable evening. We are so happy with how everything turned out -- I couldn't have pictured a more perfect venue for our intimate wedding celebration. Thank you Chrissy and the entire V&V team!! read more

From the moment we chose Villa & Vine for our wedding, we knew it was the right decision, but what we experienced went far beyond our expectations. Our wedding day was everything we dreamed of and more, and so much of that is thanks to the incredible venue and staff who made it all possible. The team was amazing--kind, attentive, and genuinely invested in making sure our day was perfect. One of the sweetest touches was being surprised with French fries as a late-night snack, which not only made us so happy but was such a fun treat for our guests, too! We are especially grateful for our wedding coordinator, Rocio Gonzalez from New Leaf & Co. She brought our vision to life so beautifully and was incredibly patient, supportive, and thoughtful throughout the entire planning process. She made everything feel seamless. We also want to thank Chrissy, Villa & Vine's event coordinator, who was so helpful in answering all of our questions and making sure we felt at ease leading up to the big day. The venue itself is breathtaking--between the romantic courtyard, the cozy fireplace, and the magical string lights, every corner felt like the perfect backdrop for our celebration. Our guests kept telling us it was one of the most beautiful weddings they've ever attended, and we couldn't agree more. If you want a venue that not only delivers an unforgettable atmosphere but also surrounds you with a team that goes above and beyond, Villa & Vine is it. We're so thankful for the memories they helped us create, and we couldn't recommend them more highly! read more

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Never have I enjoyed the entirety of a meal at a wedding! Service was great, set up and break dow from ceremony to dinner went smoothly and in timely manor. read more

V&V was the perfect venue for our wedding reception in April. The whole process was smooth, easy, and very customizable. Food was amazing, dancefloor is a great size, and the indoor/outdoor setup was a great addition in a downtown spot. We had ~100 guests, ceremony at the SB Courthouse in the sunken garden, which was a quick 5 minute walk to Villa & Vine. Staff was super responsive throughout planning process and on the day of our event. read more

A rare gem! We plan events world wide and as a planner & designer this place holds a special place in my heart. The staff is exceptional start to finish, planning to day of, as they truly care and want the clients and guests to be happy. The food is INCREDIBLE, everyone raves about it. The venue itself is so beautiful! It's truly the perfect space that feels true to Santa Barbara. read more

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The wedding reception was beautiful and food was impeccable. The short ribs & chicken were phenomenal!

I had my wedding ceremony and reception at Villa & Vine. It is a beautiful location and I had a great experience. The staff was very helpful from beginning to end of the overall process. I used their linens, place setting, tables and chairs - which were all great and I was able to save some money. The venue is well priced and I'm very happy I had my wedding at this venue. Tip: Higher a good florist, DJ, and photographer and you do not need a wedding planner. I had a friend help me out the day of and she ended up not having to take on too much responsibility. read more

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I can't express how great of a wedding venue this was for us! Communication was great from Chrissy. Tasting was well put together, they even allowed us to bring our pups. Hazel helped us rehearse the day before. The day of the wedding, everything was put together so beautifully. Alejandra the bartender was great and so nice to our guests!The staff was amazing at setting everything up. It sprinkled a little during our dinner and they were so quick to put up the umbrellas to save the day (luckily the rain stopped quickly). The food is amazing, came out hot and fresh. I still get compliments on the chicken. My parents were very impressed by everything. I would do my wedding all over again if I could! read more

Such a Fun Time, Beautiful Venue and Attentive Service It's becoming increasingly rare to find spaces in California that feel historic the way this venue does. I thought it was great when I first visited but was completely blown away by how they transformed the space, and how considerate and on-it the service was. The team is so chill to work with and they accommodated our entire group of over 200 people. There were so many logistics we had to figure out because of our large party, and Chrissy, Allison, Hazel and Robyn went out of their way to solve them. If you can, absolutely go to the tasting for the event. I was expecting some solid wine options, but all of what we tasted was fantastic, competitive with some of the best wineries I've gone to. All in all it was an amazing night, and part of the best weekend of my life. If I had to do another event in Santa Barbara this is the first place I'd go to. read more

After looking at a number of exuberantly high-cost locations, we walked in Villa and Vine without any expectations. We figured it'd be another location that didn't fit our budget; however, after our tour, we were very pleasantly surprised. We had finally found a location that felt 'doable', especially as a couple who was going to do most of the wedding planning ourselves. We wanted a good location and good food, but also couldn't afford to blow our budget on either one, but V&V allowed us to achieve it all! The beautiful courtyard with string lights and vines is stunning alone. Its the perfect venue if you want to do low cost florals, it hardly needs anything at all! The food and wine was also a hit. We had guests who have been in the event industry for 20 years...we had guests who travel the world to wine taste...and all of them enjoyed the food and beverage at a price point my husband and I were comfortable with. Big win. Yes, Villa and Vine churns out weddings, but my month-of wedding planner assured me that this was a 'pro' because our wedding day would run smoothly -- and she was right. The staff are well rehearsed and very attentive to all the details (dropping/clearing plates, full drinks, tidying the decor on tables etc). I was asked multiple times throughout the night if I needed anything - I felt very well taken care of the entire evening. Again, as a bride who planned practically the entire wedding her self, I wanted and needed a well rehearsed venue. Overall, V&V allowed us to have a beautiful, classy, stress free wedding without creating a stuffy/overdone/over priced scene. read more

Villa & Vine We were able to have our dream Santa Barbara Wedding within our budget at Villa & Vine. Finding an affordable and gorgeous venue for a mid-sized wedding in Santa Barbara was no easy feat, but working with Chrissy and Robyn at Villa & Vine was a dream! The venue had the perfect Classic aesthetic we were looking for, and included all of the tables and linens. The food was incredible, I still have people telling me that it was the best wedding dinner they have ever had! Accommodating dietary needs such as veganism or allergies was no problem, and everyone loved the "Family Style" dinner. The Full service staffing made the night run so smoothly, even while transitioning the courtyard from ceremony to dinner. The staff were so so helpful during one of the best yet most stressful days of my life! Highly recommend Villa & Vine! read more

Villa & Vine was a beautiful venue for our wedding. They had excellent service, delish food, were organized and made the day seamless and lovely. Would definitely recommend! read more

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We just had our wedding reception at Villa & Vine this weekend. I don't have the words to describe how much we loved it! It was fabulous in every way! It's such a unique venue in a perfect part of town. It felt intimate, but not too small (we had @ 100 people which was perfect). My now husband and I wanted a different type place (no hotel ballrooms etc.) - somewhere where we would feel like we were hosting a fabulous dinner party with our favorite people...and this was it. We knew it from the first time we saw it (though we continued to see it a few more times when they were hosting events). Chrissy - the main event coordinator is absolutely fantastic!!! She worked with us on every last detail...and kept us apprised of everything (from new totals when we added or removed an item to insights on things that we may want to consider). She was easily accessible and proactive in communicating with us. She would follow-up with me to make sure I understood all the caveats and offer suggestions for ways we could keep the budget within reason. She is the absolute perfect definition of SUPERIOR customer service. Robyn was on site for the big night and worked with us prior to the event on the menu etc. She was also absolutely wonderful!!! She really made the night a success and we were so grateful to her...and the entire service staff (ALL of whom were so friendly, professional, attentive etc.). They all work so hard to accommodate requests and make sure your special event is flawless. The food was also amazing!!! Big kudos to the chefs / other staff for putting it all together! No rubber chicken here! We did a tasting (which I highly recommend) and loved ALL the food! It's simply delicious! We had a hard time narrowing it down. Our guests are still raving about the appetizer grilled cheese sandwiches (I highly recommend)! We chose the salmon and beef short ribs for the main entrees... though I will say at our tasting both my fiancée and parents thought their chicken was the best they had EVER tasted. We also had specific dietary needs for certain family members which they easily accommodated. I'm sure the bartender during our wedding was great, but I never saw him as Robyn or a staff member made sure I had my signature cocktail filled up and in hand all through the night! (Let's just say my first day as a married woman was spent with a bit of a hangover. ). The online pictures (or if you visit it when they're not hosting an event) don't do it justice! It transforms beautifully and magically! I'd recommend seeing it during a time they are hosting an event (it's easy to see on State Street as it's open etc.). We served dinner family style and LOVED seeing the interaction between the guests ("can you pass the salmon?")...it's just one aspect that really makes this place fun / different! Sitting under the stars and twinkle lights having family style dinner with all your favorite people... it couldn't get any better! We had our names on the Arlington Theatre marquee across the street which was also a fun touch! Our guests could see it from the venue. We also got some cute pictures in front of it as the sun went down. It's easy to find/centrally located (right in downtown on State Street) so we (bridal party) and several guests all walked back to our hotel after the party which was a fun end to the night. If you are looking to host a great / unique special event look no further! Villa & Vine is really a fabulous venue that is perfect in so many ways. read more

Perfect venue for a small Santa Barbara wedding in April! My husband and I met in Santa Barbara, so when we got engaged this was our ideal city to tie the knot. We wanted something intimate for our relatively small ceremony and reception (75 guests), ideally a 2-venue-in-one situation so we didn't have to worry about people-moving, and, of course, something quintessentially 805--all without breaking the bank. Great news, Villa & Vine is all of these things and more. We did the ceremony and reception in their courtyard, and Chrissy's team has it down to a science flipping the space from serene ceremony, to golden-hour twinkly dinner, to coffee and dessert lounge areaAH-mazing! Our day-of venue coordinator, Hazel, was so lovely and made sure we were fed, comfortable, etc., we really appreciated her big smile, patience, and efficiency! Food and guest experience was also so important to us, and V&V serves a fantastic menu; for weeks after, our guests literally raved to us about how delicious the food was, a recurring comment was regret of not getting second or third helpings. read more

Thank you to everyone at the venue who contributed to make our wedding day dreams come true! Our family and friends were blown away by how perfect the space was. One of our guests even used the word MAGICAL to describe Villa and Vine. The food was absolutely incredible and multiple people came up to us during the evening and the next day to tell us how much they loved the food: the short rib and caesar salad in particular. Many of our guests also raved about how attentive and accommodating the staff were throughout the evening. It really was a dream come true!! THANK YOU, THANK YOU! read more

We cannot thank Chrissy, Allison and the staff at Villa and Vine enough for the AMAZING and WONDERFUL job they did on our wedding reception. Everyone boasted about how great the food and service was. The drinks were a hit. The steak and fish cooked perfectly. The service was impeccable. The staff were on top of everything and very friendly. The personalized attention that the groom and I had, meant a lot to us. The courtyard, furniture, lighting and decor was romantic and the vibe we were going for. The reception was simply beautiful and perfect and for that we are so thankful. It was a difficult decision at the the time but it was best decision we made, to move our reception out of the Ritz-Carlton Bacara and to Villa and Vine. Chrissy and Allison were a delight to work with especially given the ever changing COVID restrictions. Please do not hesitate to book this venue and work with this awesome team. read more

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We just celebrated our wedding here, and I couldn't have found a better place. Working with Chrissy and Allison was such a pleasure. They are so attentive to making sure your wedding day is perfect. I am so grateful to these ladies.They totally allowed me to have a stress free wedding! All my guest send the compliments to the chef. The food is amazing everybody is still talking about it. The staff are so sweet and professional.everybody made sure my wedding was perfect, I just had the wedding of my dreams!! read more

We had our Wedding at Villa and Vine, a truly unique gem. Crissy the venues lady in charge is warm, accommodating, and just all around on the ball in every single way imaginable. Our tasting was perfection but the Wedding, oh my gosh the Wedding! I am a professional photographer and let me tell you, this place offers the most gorgeous backdrops for a stunning wedding from the chandeliers to the draping curtains and abundant ivy. The location on State Street in Santa Barbara is perfect as it's close to the famous gorgeous courthouse which I highly recommend taking your photos at if you are not actually getting married there. Villa and Vine is a Wedding planners regal canvas. We hired a literal dream team between Tyler Speier our Wedding planner and Christianne Taylor our photographer. Tyler made our Wedding look like a romantic fairy tale dream. He is a true artist! Trust his process. Christianne is a marvel of a photographer and I can say that since I am one. They ALL work so well together as they are all very close. Back to the event, the food was so delicious! We served Filet and Chilean Sea bass, as well as many of their hors d'oeuvre's and everyone loved it all! I am still smiling so much from our wedding five days ago. Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts for exceeding our expectations on every level. read more

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Santa Barbara is near and dear to mine and my now husband's heart. This is where we had our first date, got engaged and now married. During our search for the perfect venue in Santa Barbara, we had a vision of something intimate and classy. Villa and Vine was all of that and more. Let me just say that from the moment we contacted Chrissy, it was such an easy process! She was easy to get ahold of and responded quickly to our emails. She was timely with our meetings and made sure we were comfortable with everything so there weren't any surprises. Also, Shauna was super helpful on the financial side, making everything a breeze! On the day of our wedding, it was during a massive heat wave, the Villa and Vine staff made sure that ice water was readily available for our guests and the canopy was pulled to provide ample shade. Being the bride and groom, we don't get to see much of the behind the scenes of the day, but let me just say we and our guests were super impressed with how amazing the staff was! The service was outstanding! Not to mention how amazing the food was! Our guests were ranting and raving about the food even weeks later! We decided to go with the flatbread duo (amazing) and the Victoria Buffet (also amazing). The buffet included creamy mashed potatoes, arugula salad, grilled market vegetables, roasted chicken and braised beef short ribs. Everything was cooked to perfection! We did however, have some guests with specific diet restrictions that the chef and his team were able to accommodate. For the bar, we decided to put an allotted amount towards cocktail hour and then it turned into a cash bar. We are very pleased that we decided to do this and our guests seemed pleased to have a hosted cocktail drink. Throughout the night, the staff was incredible even when glasses got broken as people began to drink more. I cannot thank the Villa and Vine team enough for making our big day unforgettable! We can't wait to visit one of the Petros restaurant locations to eat some of that delicious food again! Thanks again Chrissy and her team for making our wedding #TheBestDayEver! read more

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We hosted our wedding reception at Villa & Vine in April 2022 and everything was flawless! The food, the wine, the service, the decor, just absolute perfection! The venue is STUNNING. From the moment you walk in, you are wowed by its romantic feel, mediterranean vibe and modern touch. The vines along the walls, lemon trees, flowers along the hanging lights, arches, and lounge areas make for a stunning set up. The staff is extremely professional, always smiling and super courteous. And the food, oh boy the food, it is DELICIOUS!! The show stopper was definitely the braised short ribs, many of our guests saying it was the best they've ever had! We also loved the Petros wine and local craft beer served on tap, which many of our guest also raved about! The only thing I wish is that I could re-live this day over and over again! We could not have chosen a better venue for our wedding day, and we feel so grateful to all of the V&V staff for making our day so very special! read more

After I visited the venue and asked them to put together an estimate, I was disappointed to receive the contract which gives them an unlimited right to use your personal wedding imagery as well as photos of your guests for their advertising and marketing--the text from their contract is in quotes below. I kindly asked if they could amend this point but they were dismissive and not willing to discuss. I couldn't believe they didn't at least try to talk it through with me when I asked them to. I understand they would like assets to promote their venue but to force their clients is not a very thoughtful way to accomplish this. They could at least make it so that you grant permission for what and how they use. I do not want my personal wedding photos to end up as an ad on Instagram or Facebook or who knows where else. I plan to have children at my wedding and guests who also would not want their image plastered wherever Villa & Vine should like to promote themselves. I do not understand why they cannot accommodate an actually private event and I am so disappointed. "17. Permission to Use Photographs and Images. Client hereby authorizes Venue to use any photographic medium where Client or Client's invitees' likeness appears, or that Client creates produces or is any way involved in, and waives any right to final inspection. Client grants a license to Venue to use said photographs for advertising and marketing, without any financial compensation including royalties, which shall include the right to publish or distribute the photographs to publicize the Venue's wedding and event programs." read more

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My husband and I got married here in June and we could not have had a more perfect wedding here. From the moment we first saw the venue, we knew this was the place we wanted to get married. The pictures online do not do it justice and it truly is a site you have to visit in person. The venue transforms so beautifully at night. It provides such a nice intimate space to celebrate with loved ones and friends. Our wedding was small (50-some guests), and the venue felt very intimate and warm. This is not to say the venue is small, because it definitely has the capacity to fit more people without feeling crowded as well. I was more worried that our small guest count would make the venue feel empty, but it didn't. The venue It really is such a wonderful space. Not only is the venue gorgeous, but the food! Oh my, the food!! My husband and I were astounded by the food at our tasting, and to be honest, I was somewhat skeptical about how great it would taste the day of, as cooking in mass quantities always tends to take away from the quality. However, the food did not disappoint. Food was a major factor in our choice in venue. We didn't want the typical "steak" and "chicken" wedding meal. V&V offers such a wide variety of delicious foods to choose from and it really made our wedding unique. We opted to family style, which had very generous portions, making all of our guests extremely happy. The serving staff and bartenders were also amazing! We received so many compliments from friends and family after the wedding about the food and service and how great it was. Chrissy, Robyn and Shauna did such a marvelous job with communicating and making sure no detail was left behind. Everything about this venue was top-notch without breaking the bank, which I think we can all appreciate!! I cannot say enough good things about this venue, the coordinators, the serving staff, the kitchen staff, literally everyone there... I highly recommend this venue or at the very least, visiting the venue to see the beauty of this place. read more

I cannot begin to express how happy we were with our experience at Villa & Vine. My husband and I had our wedding reception at Villa & Vine over Memorial Day weekend and it couldn't have been more perfect. The weather, the venue, the food, the drinks, everything was awesome! Kristi and Dimitri as well as the entire staff really made sure that our day went off without a hitch. We had our first visit last year and Kristi showed us around the space, shared details about packages and pricing, offered us wine and allowed us to check things out without being overly aggressive or pushy. The space either speaks to you or it doesn't and it immediately spoke to us. We followed up weeks later to confirm everything and set our tasting. The tasting was a blast and we had a chance to work through our vision for our reception. We also got to spend some time with Dimitri working on our specialty cocktails. Kristi has great relationships with vendors throughout the area and was able to point us to a florist and planner who worked with our budget. She was so helpful throughout the process and never made me feel like I was being cheap when I looked for ways to control costs. She worked closely with my florist and planner and I found out that they even talked offline and texted one another late night about our wedding. She was great about checking in and following up on questions. We had multiple conversations along the way which was critical since I lived 2 hours away. Now that's service. The day itself went off without a hitch. Everything was well organized and just beautiful. The staff was super attentive and even accommodated some of my guests who had special dietary needs that I hadn't planned for with a special meal. Our guests were blown away with the venue, drinks and food from the yummy appetizers to the incredible meal (lamb chops and chicken). We opted for family style service. Everything was so good and there was plenty for everyone. Finally, the venue was just beautiful. Market lights were included with the venue and created a romantic atmosphere after the sun went down. We had garlands and lots of greenery throughout the space which really complimented the decor. We rented table cloths, chairs, cocktail tables and pillows for the lounge area. Everything else was included with the package which was great. We rented table cloths because the ones that were included with the package did not extend to the floor. Our day was everything that we could have ever imagined and the team at Villa and Vine was the best. We highly recommend checking out this venue. You will not be disappointed! read more

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I had my wedding here and was literally blown away. We coordinated the wedding from afar as we live in Seattle. We had a great wedding coordinator (la vie events) DJ (DJ Zeke) and florist (Alexis Ireland) that helped too. When we got to villa and vine after the ceremony in Alice keck Park, both my husband and I were blown away. It looked surreally beautiful. It was exactly what we'd hoped for and absolutely breathtakingly beautiful. Not only that-but the food-oh the food. The appetizers were great-is recommend the truffle grilled cheese (it was spectacular) and the bacon wrapped asparagus. The dinner was served family style which I was a little skeptical about initially but it was so awesome. No one had to wait for food and it led to great community and plenty of food. I am a foodie-and I was really impressed with the food. I know I'm partial but the food was the best wedding food I've ever had. We did the roast chicken-which seriously was so good. Roast chicken can be rather plain sometimes but y'all-this chicken is tender and has a luscious light herb butter sauce on it that is so good. The short ribs were also super amazing. The sides were great too but the proteins felt like the stars. The staff were super attentive, had great bar selections and worked with us for some special requests. Our signature drink was the old fashioned and it's honestly the best we've ever had. The wines they offer were great too. The dance room was perfect. I honestly couldn't ask for anything more. It was an absolute dream from start to finish. I highly recommend. read more

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I stumbled on Villa and Vine while doing a search for an all inclusive venue in the SB/Solvang area. We had originally planned for a Mexico wedding at an all-inclusive resort so that we wouldn't have to think about a million vendors. When our plans shifted to the US, the price-tag was our number one concern. Villa and Vine offered venue, food, tables, chairs and place setting for a very reasonable price. The only vendors we hired outside of that were a DJ, photo booth, photographer and planner. I did the flowers myself, which were simple, but the sheer elegance of the place made it look extra beautiful. The main perk...the food. DELICOUS! We went with the "South of the Border" theme, just to put the Mexico back in our wedding. We received so many compliments on the cuisine. Also, the staff. The staff at our reception was wonderful. So friendly and professional. Chrissy and Robyn were great to work with. They had solid suggestions on how to make the evening flow seamlessly, which it did. If I was to give one small complaint it was that communication was not always immediate. Sometimes it would take a few days to hear back from someone, which can be difficult if you're waiting on a confirmation after sending payment information. However, they are extremely attentive week of and especially day of. All of our guests were from out of town and the location was central to the SB area and easy to get to from anywhere in the downtown area. If you want elegance and deliciousness, go with Villa and Vine. You won't be disappointed. read more

We recently held our wedding reception at Villa & Vine, and could not be more pleased with how the day turned out. After researching many places in Santa Barbara to host our wedding, we were introduced to this venue through our wedding planner, and once we toured the space, we knew it was the perfect place to host our intimate reception. The open air courtyard is quintessential Santa Barbara, with its white walls, greenery, cafe lights, and gorgeous views of the Arlington. We had a gorgeous tasting to make our appetizer and dinner selections, and we were able to customize the menu to exactly what we wanted. Our guests cannot stop talking about how delicious everything was. I visited the venue multiple times before the wedding for various reasons, and Chrissy, Dimitri, Eve, and Robin were more than happy to accommodate. I love that we were able to play our own music through the Sonos system effortlessly, as we did not have a DJ or dance floor, and just wanted some background music to accent the reception. We chose to rent out the entire space, and I'm so glad we did. After an outdoor ceremony at the SB courthouse, we held our cocktail hour in the Arlington Room (the indoor space at Villa & Vine), and then dinner, dessert, and toasts outside on the courtyard. Then we held an after-dinner lounge back in the Arlington Room, and guests also gathered around the gorgeous mantle and fireplace. The staff at the venue were outstanding, and treated me and my husband like family. We had the best service, everything was flawless. We were able to start setting up at 9 am, and didn't have to end the celebration until midnight, which is far longer than most SB wedding venues. Even the next day when I went back to pick up a few items that were left over, the staff was so helpful helping me carry a few things to the car. Our friends and family cannot stop talking about how amazing our wedding was. I cannot recommend this place enough! Thank you Villa & Vine!! read more

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We recently had our tea ceremony and wedding reception at this venue...and it was incredible. From the aesthetics of the Santa Barbara summer to the helpfulness of the entire staff, the place was perfect for what we needed. All our guests raved about the how beautiful the site was and how good the food tasted! The process leading up to the day was super organized, we were able to relax and trust that our event would be taken care of. Chrissy, Robyn, and Dimitri were always gracious with their help, and made the planning experience truly enjoyable. They were so accommodating to our needs and really helped us pull off all the events of the day. They let us get there early to begin the set-up process in the morning and coordinated all the different room changes throughout the day. This combined with the amount of flexibility they offered regarding our menu choices really made our wedding feel like "ours." We would highly recommend this location, once you get there you'll understand why. The atmosphere of the space will make any event stand out from the more traditional venues. We loved Villa and Vine, and look forward to returning for our future anniversaries. read more

We had our reception here on March 23rd, 2019. After an ordeal trying to find a new venue at just under a year out we found Villa & Vine on yelp. I emailed Chrissy at around 9pm and by 11pm that same night we had a tour scheduled for the coming weekend. Chrissy remained as crazy fast throughout the entire wedding process as did everyone else we worked with (Robyn and Shauna). After booking, they gave us a list of their preferred vendors which lead to our incredible wedding planner, Tyler Speier, who I would also very highly suggest. As for the actual wedding day, thanks to the amazing team of individuals we hired, who also all regularly work together, it was technically perfect. The waitstaff at Villa & Vine were incredibly efficient, the food was even better than it was at our tasting and we have received so much feedback that the cocktail hour was the best many people have had at a wedding! It was beautiful and when our guests (most of which are from Hawaii) were cold the heaters were brought out promptly. For a day filled with so much expectation and one that can be fraught with so much drama Villa & Vine and the team there are a safe choice that will deliver on all their promises. read more

Absolutely perfect venue for my wedding! Chrissy and her staff were truly incredible through out the process! They coordinated everything with our planner Tyler Speier who created a beautiful space! It was everything I expected and more! The wait staff and bartenders were truly professional and so polite! One thing I will definitely mention is the food! WOW! The braised short ribs and chicken were delicious! A big thank you to the cooks! For reference we did the family style dinner and set a limit at the bar (then it turned into cash) and it was ideal. read more

My wife and I had our wedding reception at Villa and Vine, and it was amazing. All of our guests raved about how well laid out everything was, how amazing the food turned out, and how on top of things the staff was. We truly loved every aspect of it, and the venue and staff really helped make our special day perfect! We would definitely recommend this venue to anyone! Great location, amazing food, and a wonderful staff to work with! read more

This a beautiful location if you would like a restaurant setting for your reception. I got the vibe that they discourage you from having your ceremony here. So here is why the 2 stars. We just drove 4.5 hours to get to this venue and we have to do the same back, with work tomorrow (it's 5:30pm). Our correspondence beforehand was through email and was polite and professional. When we got there we got a nice nod of acknowledgment. The bartender and a server/hostess were nice and said she would be with us shortly. I look at a table and see a binder of their wedding packages and 2 empty glasses of wine. I'm thinking this will be nice and all my questions will be answered. She came in and offered wine and photos to look through while she finishes. She comes back in to ask about our count. She then offers to show us around. She shows us some windows that will be open and a fireplace where the head table goes. She then turns to us like the tour is over so I ask about parking, which she politely answers by telling me what other people do, assuming our guests will stay in a hotel. She then tells us we can look around and will check to see if we have any questions. It was so very clearly that we did not meet her standard or she didn't think we could afford it. Every other venue we have been to made me feel like I was already planning my wedding there and was trying to sell me the venue. She showed us a fireplace and was more interested in her other clients, who were actually worth her time. So disappointed and frustrated because they have such great reviews. Wish she would have saved us the gas and time (since she knew we were making a long commute), but here's to a free glass of wine. read more

This is a great place for any celebration. We had our rehearsal/welcome dinner here. Venue, food and service were outstanding. The staff were fabulous. It was so easy from planning to execution and the result was a fantastic night. Thank you. read more

Love Villa & Vine! My husband and I had our wedding ceremony and reception here and couldn't have been happier with it. All of our guests kept saying how beautiful the venue was. Everything came together so beautifully, we hardly brought any decorations in since the venue is so naturally beautiful. The event coordinator there was easy to work and so helpful. The food through Petros is to die for! Literally all the food they offer in their packages are amazing as well as their wines! I am so glad our wedding was here and am blown away with how beautiful it all came together and the pictures look amazing because of how beautiful this location is. read more

We recently had our wedding ceremony and reception at Villa & Vine and it was absolutely beautiful! We received nothing but compliments from our guests, on the site, food, and staff. Everyone was easy to work with while coordinating our event. Everything was wonderful, do not hesitate to have your event here! read more

Our rehearsal dinner was flawless, beautiful, fun, delicious, and so much very drink filled that several folks found it hard to drink during our wedding reception! We could not have been more happy or impressed with the job that you and all the talented and warm and friendly staff did on our behalf...truly a magical night! The food - DELICIOUS!!! As well as beautiful! The service - welcoming, warm, friendly, excellently executed.... Everyone from the servers to the bartender to the chefs... just an absolutely outstanding job. Not only did you impress us and my folks... every single guest was a little blown away... we heard repeatedly was how fantastic the evening, venue, food and service was....nicely done!! However -to be fair.. the job that Cade did as well as yourself... truly the reason the night was so successful! Cade was incredible and a real pleasure to work with. You? You were and are simply amazing. From that first initial meeting to you being there for the beginning to ensure the success of the dinner that night. Cannot thank you enough. The night was truly magical and such an incredible memory that we will cherish always. We will definitely be back in the near future and hopefully our regrettably and not intentionally forgotten honey will be waiting for us! Thank you thank you thank you.... a million times over. And one more for good luck! read more

The space was really lovely and the woman who I dealt with Chrissy was so personable and quick to respond! We walked through a number of locations and really felt taken care of there. She was willing to go the extra mile for our wedding even offering wonderful recommendations based off of who we were. The location was also AMAZING! The food was also delightful like a California Mediterranean fusion almost. So fresh and delicious! read more

I had a small wedding brunch and reception at Villa and Vine and it was nothing shy of perfect. The staff were attentive and caring, the food was delicious and the location, though on a main street, was surprisingly private. Planning was easy, flexible, thorough and I truly felt like my desires were of utmost importance. I wouldn't change a thing about the entire experience! I highly recommend this venue! read more