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    Bar Le Côte

    4.5 (277 reviews)
    PriceySeafood
    Open 12:00 pm - 8:30 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Oyster, shrimp
    Jude K.

    Super peaceful and relaxed energy. The service is incredibly friendly and welcoming. Wine by the Glass: Generous is an understatement. A single glass portion is practically two full pours. Seafood: Insanely fresh. Absolute top-tier quality. Salad: The bread crumble sauce was a game-changer. So flavorful. Paella: The only minor letdown a bit under-seasoned/bland. Everything else was spot on. A perfect, laid-back seafood spot in Los Olivos. Solid 4.5/5.

    Happy Hour 3-5 and all night Thursday. Available at all tables and you can reserve.
    Kellie C.

    Friendly welcome, great happy hour (3-5pm; all night Thursdays). Polished and professional service with a smile. The boquerones were a fun presentation, wrapped around an olive with a strip of pepper, all marinated goodness to pop in your happy mouth. 50% off sparkling wine for happy hour. We had the (normally $68) bottle of Raventos i Blanc for $34! And it is yummy. The BLC fries for $5 were a shareable drinking snack, served with their house aioli and all sprinkled with their spicy BLC blend (Old Bay and Tajin, I believe?). Yum! To finish, the salted caramel chocolate mouse with strawberry jam, whipped cream, and chocolate cookie dust ($12). Died with happiness right there on the spot. Enjoyed the provocative art in the hallway next to the restroom. Gets a little noisy when the room is full and there's only one restroom. Cute little patio out front. Love.

    Cool Plates
    Dan F.

    We went to Bar Le Cote for my wife's birthday and it was a wonderful experience. It's a small, intimate venue with a cozy atmosphere and friendly staff. We decided to do the chef's tasting menu with the wine pairing - everything was excellent. Highly recommend all around.

    Claudia M.

    Amazing food and shared tapas style dishes. Very refined and unique flavors! Highly recommend booking a reservation ahead of time. Will be back!!!

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    Brandon G.

    Great food, service, and ambiance! The flavors were strong and intentional. Highlights included the branzino, especially with all the peppers and capers, and the focaccia. I wouldn't get the paella again, though; it felt oddly unseasoned. My other concern: The food was generally highly salty, and I felt like I needed to drink a gallon of water after.

    Excellent Happy Hour Menu.
    Mickey A.

    Absolutely love this little Seafood spot in the heart of Los Olivos. And with an exceptional Happy Hour. Thanks Roy, Chelsea and Ryan for the stellar service, and perfect food suggestions. Delicious Oysters paired with Storm Sauvignon Blanc. Fried Chicken Sandwich, so flavorful and juicy, and topped with tasty Anchovies. We'll definitely be back for their Seafood Dinner Menu.

    Persimmon dessert
    Chelsea M.

    Always have such a wonderful meal here! Whenever we're in Los Olivos, we make it a point to stop by for a meal worth remembering. The space feels cozy and intimate, with a relaxed European wine-bar vibe that immediately makes you want to stay. The servers are always kind, knowledgeable, and patient, taking the time to walk you through the menu and wine selections without ever making you feel rushed. You can truly taste the care that goes into every dish. Everything feels thoughtfully sourced, seasonal, and incredibly fresh. Each plate is beautifully prepared and balanced, making the food just as memorable as the atmosphere. It's one of those places that keeps us coming back every time we're in town.

    Ashley C.

    Visited on a Sunday afternoon and was able to grab a table inside. Service was very friendly and prompt! Great menu selection where it wasn't overwhelming but enough items to choose from. Favorite item ordered was the uni - so yummy and definitely recommend!

    Merideth D.

    Wonderful late lunch, early dinner. We didn't intentionally hit happy hour but were so glad we did. Thoroughly enjoyed the champagne, caviar, frites, caviar cheesecake. Everything was top notch.

    Crumble
    Roberto B.

    The place is modern and well designed inside. The service was quick and friendly. BLC also partners with the wineries around Los Olivos and we tried their own BLC Solminer orange wine which paired great with all of our food. The food was delicious! We stared off with the pan con tomate which the flavors were there, but the airiness of the focaccia added a different texture than what the usual Cristal Bread would give. I ordered it with the uni butter, but it never arrived. The fries were by far the best fries I've had. Well seasoned, crispy and fluffy on the inside. For the mains we had the fish sandwich and chicken sandwich. The fish was moist and the sink was crisp. The chicken sandwich was delicious, the anchovy on top and the spicy tartar sauce is unexpected for a chicken sandwich but man does it work. It cuts through the heaviness of the fried chicken. The quince crumble was a good way to end our meal. Not too sweet and the ice cream on top balanced the bitterness of the quince.

    Everything was really good. The drive down was lovely. Such a nice town we live in the beaches area of San Luis Obispo County so we just took a day trip down. There had a fantastic meal and it was totally perfect.

    Vanilla ice cream with sherry on top and a cookie on the side.
    Deb S.

    The service was very good. Despite The waitress seeming unsure. The ambiance is busy. Our booth was nice because it kept us off the to the edge of all off the hustle. The good was very good. Being from the east coast i wasn't sure what to expect from "Maryland soft crab" or "Chesapeake Bay oysters". Both were just like home. Very good. I highly recommend the French fries.

    Jill L.

    Having been to Spain a few times, the food here was quite underwhelming. One positive is that they have a happy hour, and on that menu they include the peel and eat shrimp which were fresh and delicious with two dipping sauces. Also on the happy hour menu was the french fries with special BLC seasoning (they said this was basically old base seasoning mixed with tajin). The fries were solid as well. Unfortunately, the famed chicken sandwich was not good at all. The chicken breast was extremely dry and the slaw and sauce did little to help. Also, we ordered the pan con tomate on Rosemary and saffron focaccia. I was extremely confused because this bread did not seem like a focaccia at all! It was sweet and crumbly like a cake. Also, the tomato was like a salsa, I could not taste any olive oil in there at all. Combined, it was bizarre and unappetizing. We ordered the extra Boquerones but they were quite small and I could barely get a hint of that delicious fishy flavor they should have. We ordered some local orange and white wine which were good. Otherwise I would return just for the shrimp and fries as a snack.

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    The Wine Merchant is a nice wine country restaurant on the main drag in Los Olivos. Had dinner here…read moreafter a day of tasting. The restaurant decor is nice, though nothing special, with a sizeable patio for outdoor dining. We started with a couple of local wines by the glass. The wine list here is heavily biased towards local wines as one would expect from a wine country restaurant. Kudos for the local focus! The menu here is wine country, farm-to-table and the restaurant even has their own organic farm a short distance away where they source ingredients. For dinner we started with the beet salad special served over a citrus yogurt. For main courses we had the grilled rack of lamb and a quinoa bowl with salmon. Every dish was expertly prepared and delicious. The fruits and veggies were exceptionally fresh being sourced directly. David was our server and coincidentally was our server at a wine tasting earlier in the day. His service and that from the supporting team were professional and friendly. I give this restaurant my highest recommendation!

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    The only time I seem to go for Happy Hour these days is when I am out of town. Actually, staying in…read moreSolvang this time around meant no driving required, so first stop, HH at Mad and Vin inside the Landsby Hotel Every item we ordered was on point. Between the olive and fig bruschetta and Santa Ynez sliders with duck fries so good, I should've ordered a full order of those fries, to go with that Chata-tini of rum, horchata, cream, cinnamon, my only regret is not returning the next day for dinner.

    Our dining experience at this restaurant on Sunday, July 12th…read more Overall, we had a wonderful time, largely thanks to our server, George. He was excellent--he walked us through the specials, took our orders accurately, and provided fantastic service throughout the evening. The food was outstanding. We started with the Pomegranate Spritz, which was excellent. The bread and butter service with the baguette, chimichurri glaze, and pickled onions was delicious, and we noticed almost every table was ordering it. The New England Clam Chowder soup special was creamy, delicious, and generously portioned, as was the perfectly fried calamari. For our main course, we both had the short ribs, which were fork-tender and paired perfectly with the creamy mashed potatoes. The only disappointment of the evening was that we had noted in our online reservation that we were celebrating our anniversary, but this was never acknowledged during our visit. Despite this minor oversight, we had a great experience and will definitely return the next time we are in Solvang. Please pass along our compliments to George and the kitchen staff.

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    Having been advised by a local museum docent that "everybody eats at SY Kitchen", I jumped online…read moreto make a quick reservation for two of us. We walked in early, asked to sit at the bar, and our reservation was honored. The restaurant was bustling but service did not feel rushed or hurried. We were lucky to dine at the bar; Mr. Maciel took truly excellent care of us the whole evening, remembering every request and taking care of every detail for our dining experience. His wine recommendations were also spot on. We decided to focus on three different pastas and were not disappointed. Highly recommended. My absolute favorite was the Wild Mushroom Pappardelle but honestly, every pasta was delicious. Portions were generous and leftovers were promptly boxed up to take home. Folks clearly schedule special dinners here, warranting dressing up, but casual diners such as ourselves also felt comfortable. I'd recommend dining at the bar for exceptional service and a front-line seat to all the action.

    S.Y. Kitchen rocks as Santa Ynez's premier restaurant with indoor-outdoor spaces with austere white…read morepainted walls warmed by wood accents. Elite Yelper Isobel L. and I ate at the bar to view the hard working staff in the kitchen and at the bar. Our barman, Mr. Maciel, was really informative and helpful in choosing the right wine to pair by the glass and making sure we were supplied with appropriate dining accoutrements along the way. He even let me sample two alternate wines for me to determine which pairing may be optimal. Perusing the menu, the pasta at S.Y. seemed the most intriguing so I asked that each pasta dish come out one at a time to be paired with the previously discussed wines. 1) SPAGHETTI con VONGOLE E BOTTARGA: Spaghetti was perfectly al dente. Shells of Manila clams were wide open presenting their briny, meatiness. Bottarga seemed like dried mullet roe to add a mild sea funkiness. Roasted fennel for an aromatic licorice finish. Soupçon of Calabrian chiles. All in a light white wine reduction. 1a) Vermentino | Podere San Cristoforo Maremma "Luminoso" 2021: Lively white wine with refreshing citrus and fennel undertone. Good acidity and minerality to cleanse the palate. 2) WILD MUSHROOM PAPPARDELLE: Wide flat, firm wheat pasta. Fresh woodsy, wild mushrooms, thyme, Parmigiano Reggiano. Seems napped with a touch of butter or evoo. 2a) Pinot Noir, Altamarea, Santa Barbara County, 2023: Subdued damask rose and strawberry bouquet. Sparkling garnet red wine as mentioned by Elite Yelper Isobel L. Fruit forward, lush black fruits, mellow acidity & tannins melded well with the creaminess of this pasta dish. Good call by Bartender Maciel. 3) Gigli al Ropeton: Salsiccia, Pancetta, Mascarpone, Pecorino, Pomodoro, Basilico: Mascarpone added creaminess while Pecorino had a right amount of gamey dairy all to create an overriding cheesiness. House made crumbly pellets of Salsiccia Italiana and Pancetta added porkiness. Sugo di Pomodoro has a sweet tomato sauce acidity that unified this hearty dish. 3a) Nebbiolo, Poderi Colla, Alba "Drago" 2023: Good solid red wine from Piedmonte. Heavier dark fruits such as black berry. Light acidity and tannins. 4) TAHITIAN VANILLA PANNA COTTA: Refreshing, light, creamy, vanilla pudding. Caramel, ladies' kisses cookie crumbles and scattering of blueberries and raspberries, sprig of spearmint. 5) PISTACHIO CRÈME BRÛLÉE: 100% Sicilian pistachio inside the thick, dense Crème Caramel filling, which seems similar to Leche Asado, with glazed sugar top coating. 4+ Stars

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    I wanted to find a nice spot for dinner while in Solvang. Luckily we were able to make a same-day…read morereservation. We arrived a little bit early to our reservation, and even though the restaurant was only about 20% full, we waited for about 10 minutes for someone to check us in. We were seated at the high top tables. We started off with the Roasted Cauliflower with miso white bean puree, arugula, chimichurri, and pecorino panko crumbs. The dish comes with large florets of cauliflower, so we had to cut it up into smaller pieces. For my entree, I got the Local Miso Black Cod with spinach, sesame dressing, and miso butter. The fish was moist and flakey. I enjoyed it! I also tried the New Zealand Rack of Lamb that had asparagus ratatouille, crispy potatoes, and lamb jus. This dish was not bad, but the portion seemed a bit small for the price.

    I really wanted to love this restaurant. I was excited to try this restaurant. Something missed…read moreduring my visit. We made reservations through Open Table. Our reservation was at 6:30 so the restaurant wasn't fully crowded. We were seated and it took 15+ minutes for someone to come to our table (we almost walked out). The restaurant is contemporary and sheik. We quickly placed our order for both appetizers and main dishes. We asked that the dishes come out as it was prepared and ready. Three dishes came out pretty quickly. We waited another 20 minutes for our fourth dish (miso cod) to come to the table. There were some major misses with the food: Hamachi appetizer. This raw fish dish was served at room temperature / borderline warm. It seemed like they served us fish that was sitting out on the counter all afternoon. Seemed rather unsafe to eat. Grade: C Chicken wings: 6 pieces of chicken wings. 3 prepared with a Korean inspired sauce. 3 prepared with a Japanese soy style. Grade B Uni Sushi. One Uni sea urchin, 4 pieces, served on a bed of rice. Side sauce. The Uni was fresh. The rice was plain / unseasoned. Hence the dish lacked flavor other than the ponzu sauce that was poured on it. $25 for 1 piece of sushi. Grade: B- Miso Black Cod: this dish was unique. It was more like a heavy soy glazed marinated fish. The marinade wasn't what we were expecting but sufficed. It was served on a bed of blanched spinach. Grade: B Service was off. Our main waitress was scarce throughout our meal. However the backup staff (beverages / water refills, changing plates) were outstanding. The manager on shift that night was really nice. We paid our bill and you could tell there was tension in the air. Maybe this was an off night, but I'm not sure if I'd rush back to this restaurant. I really hope that this restaurant does well. It seems like it has a lot to offer the community.

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