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Mattei's Tavern, Los Olivos, CA

Mattei's Tavern

4.7
4.7
407 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
23:30
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Recently opened on November 16, 2022, The Tavern continues her legacy as Santa Ynez Valley's beloved social hub. This California ranch-inspired restaurant highlights flavorful dishes and honest ingredients, many of which are harvested from Mattei’s on-site garden and surrounding local farms. Paying homage to its century old roots, the menu is elevated yet unfussy, offering grilled dishes and vegetables alongside seasonal specialties. The exceptional wine program is a singular and definitive draw of The Tavern. The comprehensive list features a California focused glass list which is complimented by an extensive cellar of Old World favorites.


For informal fare join us at The Bar, Mattei’s Tavern’s most authentic hangout. With a roaring fireplace and fixtures dating back to its 1886 origins, the historic bar and lounge space offers local craft beer and wine, amber hued cocktails and a snacks menu that ranges from bite sized to burger dinners.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (888) 218-4941
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Joseph Humphrey
  • Private party facilities
    Please email Events@MatteisTavern.com for details.

Experiences

  • Valentine's Day Dinner

    US$125.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for a 3 course dining experience, expressing bounties the valley has to offer.
    Valentine's Day Dinner photo

What 407 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • California Central Coast

    American

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Best Ambience

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Good for groups

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Healthy

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Great for fine wines

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Romantic

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Good for special occasions

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mattei's Tavern offers a charming, rustic ambiance with "amazing service" and "exceptional cuisine." Guests praise the "delicious food" and "welcoming atmosphere," making it a wonderful dining destination. The property is "beautiful," perfect for a stroll, and the wine list impresses with its curated selections. Ideal for special occasions or a delightful meal.

601 Reviews
  1. Andy

    VIP

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mattei’s Tavern has great food in a great setting. We came back to this area for lunch

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  2. Diane

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful day, perfect setting, great food and service! We even got to witness a proposal(she said yes!)which added an element of special meaning to our experience.

    1 person found this helpful

  3. Stephanie

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    the most amazing food and ambiance! marcus was amazing

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  4. Dennis

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent food, excellent service, verry, very noisy.

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  5. Melinda

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a fun and charming restaurant. The service was superb. Great that you can walk over after an afternoon at tasting rooms in Los Olivos. Will definitely return.

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  6. Peter

    Central Coast

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Unique place. A bit noisy at the height of the weekend lunch service, but full of happy people enjoying themselves. We generally enjoyed our time there too.

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  7. Debbie

    Phoenix

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a wonderful evening & experience at a fabulous place!!! It was everything & more than expected! Everything was top notch & we are planning on returning very soon!!!

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  8. Richard

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed outdoor dining on a perfect summer-like day. Food and service excellent. Thought the wine pours were on the light side for wine by the glass

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  9. cindy

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious lunch in a beautiful outdoor setting with great service.

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  10. Bill

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed our dinner at Mattei’s! Our server Scott was great and the food delicious. We will come back!

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FAQs

Mattei's Tavern is rated 4.7 stars by 407 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
23:30
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Mattei's Tavern

2350 Railway Avenue, Los Olivos, CA 93441

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Nojoqui Avenue
  • Area
    Los Olivos
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Joseph Humphrey
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Farm to Table, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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