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Mattei's Tavern, Los Olivos, CA

Mattei's Tavern

4.7
4.7
419 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 25 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • 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.

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

What 419 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • California Central Coast

    American

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Best Service

  • 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 memorable dining experience with "excellent food, exceptional service," and a charming historic setting. The menu features inventive dishes like sweetbreads and cassoulet, while the "cocktails are very nice." Guests rave about the "amazing atmosphere" and attentive staff, making it a must-visit destination.

613 Reviews
  1. CATHY VIP

    Sacramento35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had brunch at the Tavern and it was great. The Tavern is gorgeous. So much history. The menu is diverse and the food is delicious. Tammy was our server and she was friendly and took such good care of us. We will definitely return

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  2. Suely

    Greater Boston11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just had an amazing experience at Mattei’s Tavern in Solvang! The ambiance was beautiful, and the service was top-notch. But let’s talk about the food WOW! The blueberry corn pancake was absolutely delicious, with the perfect balance of sweetness and texture. And the huevo ranchero? Not only was it plated to perfection, but the flavors were even better every bite was a delight. Love, love, love! Definitely coming back!

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  3. Andrew

    New York City3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Completely underwhelmed by this restaurant; almost everything we ordered was poorly executed. Having stayed and dined at other Auberge properties, we were excited upon entering. Ambience (dimly lit, roaring fires, etc) reminded us of previous Auberge experiences, and we had high expectations. Service was friendly and professional, but exceedingly slow given that restaurant was almost totally empty. Biggest problem was the food; everything we ordered was prepared poorly. Uni Toast was served soggy. Devils on Horseback were undercooked, enveloped in limp, fatty, undercooked bacon. Tuna Crudo was a disaster, grocery store quality tuna cut into irregular cubes (as opposed to sushi grade, thinly sliced crudo one would expect)—dish has no flavor, somewhat shocked to see it served in a restaurant. Chicken entree was severely overcooked and dry throughout—even the dark meat. Lamb chop entree consisted of two small, underwhelming chops, exceedingly fatty with unseasoned vegetables. Everything we ordered seemed to lack salt. Had heard good things about restaurant. Not sure if chef/staff has changed, but currently turning out very poor quality foods at high, resort prices.

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  4. Stella VIP

    Orange County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best place ever and vibe was amazing 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🤠 will recommend 💯

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  5. Stephanie VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Charming local treasure Matteis listened to our requests! Since it’s opening, the awkward bartender walk out ( which also slowed down service ) and lack of basic ingredients ( cranberry juice!) issues have been addressed and improved! And most importantly, the menu has settled at delicious and reasonably priced. Cheers to Matteis!

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  6. M . VIP

    Central Coast124 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jennica was fantastic! Start to finish she was superb. Three snacks were all terrific. Two starters and two entrees we all shared were impressive. Halibut was the only dish to disappoint it was favorable but sadly was overcooked therefore dry. Two desserts were awesome. Old fashion superb!!!! The entire support team were each impressive., personable and knowledgable. We’d return for sure!!!!

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  7. Christine VIP

    Dallas22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dining experience from atmosphere to drinks, apps, dinner and dessert. Scott our server and staff worked as a team to keep our glasses filled and table prepped for each new course. All the food was delicious and served beautifully. This was our second visit the same day as we had a wonderful breakfast earlier. We’re only here for a long weekend but we’ll be back before we head home.

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  8. Katie VIP

    New York City30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful service from Jimmy & Noe, beautiful ambiance and an excellent food & beverage program!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 25 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Chef Danny did a masterful job Enjoyed all of it !

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  10. Katie VIP

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love Anthony and chef Kevin! The snacks and risotto were delicious

    1 person found this helpful

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Mattei's Tavern is rated 4.7 stars by 419 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 25 times today
Google Map for Mattei's Tavern

2350 Railway Avenue, Los Olivos, CA 93441

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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