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Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch, Santa Barbara, CA
Award-winning

Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch

4.8
4.8
2619 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
The Stonehouse, located in a beautiful 19th-century citrus packing house, offers an unparalleled dining experience. Guests can unwind in a relaxing lounge with full bar service or enjoy the ambiance of the separate dining room, complete with a crackling fireplace and world-class views. Chef Matthew Johnson creates evocative regional cuisine, utilizing fresh herbs and vegetables from the Ranch’s organic chef’s garden. The Stonehouse boasts the only Grand Award-winning wine program in Central California, ensuring an unparalleled selection of wines to complement your meal. For a unique twist, visit the restaurant's speakeasy for before or after dinner drinks, where you can enjoy expertly crafted cocktails in an intimate, nostalgic setting.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Sat 7:00 am–9:30 am Sun 7:00 am–9:00 am Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (805) 565-1720
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Matthew Johnson
  • Private party facilities
    San Ysidro Ranch offers four unique Private Dining Rooms. The Adobe, a historical Landmark, can accommodate 10 guests. The beautiful Wine Cellar Patio can accommodate up to 30 guests. Our spacious Veranda Patio can comfortably seat 50 guests. The Secret Cellar tucked in the Stonehouse's award winning wine cellar offers seating for 14 guests.

Experiences

  • Sunday Champagne Brunch

    US$115.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Champagne Brunch at The San Ysidro Ranch Every Sunday (10:00AM - 1:30PM) 3 Course Prix Fixe Free-Flowing Beverages: Champagne, Prosecco, Mimosas, Bellinis, & Fresh Juices Live Guitarist on the Garden Patio $115.00 per guest, price subject to change on holidays (tax & gratuity not included, parties of six guests or more are subject to a 20% service charge)
    Sunday Champagne Brunch photo

What 2,619 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • California Central Coast

    Best Ambience

  • California Central Coast

    Romantic

  • California Central Coast

    Most Booked

  • Santa Barbara

    Best Overall

  • Santa Barbara

    Best Food

  • Santa Barbara

    Best Service

  • Santa Barbara

    Best Ambience

  • Santa Barbara

    Great for brunch

  • Santa Barbara

    Great for fine wines

  • Santa Barbara

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Santa Barbara

    Romantic

  • Santa Barbara

    Great for scenic views

  • Santa Barbara

    Good for special occasions

  • Santa Barbara

    Lively

  • Santa Barbara

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch offers an "amazing and memorable experience" with "beautiful surroundings." Guests rave about the "fantastic food," "exceptional service," and "stunning gardens." Ideal for special occasions, this restaurant is praised for its "magical ambiance" and "attention to detail." The atmosphere is "romantic" and the wine selection is "incredible."

2,619 Reviews
  1. Jason

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dined here while on vacation from LA. What an experience! Is this place pricey? Yes. But that doesn’t mean it wasn’t worth it. To start, we were seated at the upper terrace. It had such a wonderful atmosphere there. There isn’t much lighting, but there are oil lamps at each table as well as a mini light for looking at the menu. A nice touch. The wine and drink menu is very extensive. I ended up with a glass of wine while my wife had a mocktail that was served smoked with pear wood. Presentation was A+. For starters, we had the tuna tartare and the strawberry gazpacho. The tuna was delicate and served with seaweed chips. My wife was raving about the gazpacho as well. For entrees, my wife had the black cod and I had the duck a l’orange. The sauce was flambéd table side. While the duck was excellent, the black cod was better, in my opinion. We also shared two sides: the mashed potatoes and the broccolini. I’m not sure how they made the potatoes so creamy. They were very, very good. The broccolini wasn’t too bad either, but wasn’t as good as the rest. The char flavor was a bit much at times. For desert, we shared the lemon tart. They use house grown Meyer lemons. It was excellent as well. Overall, the food was excellent, the service was superb, and the atmosphere was charming and romantic for the two of us. While the pricing would prevent us from coming here often, I’d 100% recommend Stonehouse for special occasions. We’ll definitely be coming back next time we’re in the area.

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  2. nicole

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a treat and the Holiday ambiance was perfect. Can't wait to go back.

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  3. Susie

    VIP

    Houston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Secret cellar dinner was very special. Excellent ambiance! Service was great too. But the food and wine is what makes the Stonehouse the best restaurant in the world.

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  4. Pat

    VIP

    Central Coast

    41 reviews

    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience especially during Christmas. A special occasions place like no other. World class wine list.

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  5. Helaine

    VIP

    San Francisco

    48 reviews

    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our second visit to The Stonehouse Restaurant. It was equally as delightful as it was the first time. The facility is romantic and gorgeous, the service outstanding and the cuisine out of this world. Tonight my husband and I went there to celebrate our 52nd anniversary. What a wonderful way it was to celebrate our special occasion. We can’t wait to return once again!

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  6. Alain

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Indeed a special place, especially during the holidays!

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  7. Herb

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had lunch in a beautiful setting. Delicious and quality food. Superb service.

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  8. Joshua

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, amazing location, amazing service. Go here if you want to treat yourself.

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  9. Hanna

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing h experience. Great service and ambiance. Beautifully decorated. Highly recommend for a great experience.

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  10. Danielle

    VIP

    Dallas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food and atmosphere. The service and attention to detail is apparent in the restaurant and speakeasy.

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FAQs

Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch is rated 4.8 stars by 2619 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch

900 San Ysidro Lane, Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Area
    Santa Barbara
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Sat 7:00 am–9:30 am Sun 7:00 am–9:00 am Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Matthew Johnson
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (805) 565-1720
  • Private party facilities
    San Ysidro Ranch offers four unique Private Dining Rooms. The Adobe, a historical Landmark, can accommodate 10 guests. The beautiful Wine Cellar Patio can accommodate up to 30 guests. Our spacious Veranda Patio can comfortably seat 50 guests. The Secret Cellar tucked in the Stonehouse's award winning wine cellar offers seating for 14 guests.
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