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    Nella Kitchen & Bar

    4.3 (348 reviews)
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    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Pizza with sausage substituted for the mortadella - - DELICIOUS
    Becky B.

    Nice location attached to a hotel. There was only 1 tv screen in the bar so it's not a good place to watch games, it's more of a place to relax, drink and talk to the people in your party. The pizza was SO good! I was sad when the last piece was gone.

    Spring Salad
    Dan N.

    You can never go wrong at Nella's. Everything from the cocktails to the food is excellent. Servers are attentive and presentation. Is top notch in a small town. Do make reservations though and be aware that if you sit inside it will get noisy. I prefer to sit outside so you can have a conversation but it does cool off at night so bring a jacket.

    Adrienne O.

    So I've been coming here since it was Bear & Star first (another wonderful chef)... the food is yummy and drinks are solid. But what keeps me coming back and dragging others along with me is the to die for Truffle Flatbread! It's more on a specials portion of the menu so you have to look for it but to me, this is worth a trip to the valley after a leisurely day or wine tastings. Ambiance is lovely, their servers are unpretentious, the patrons are a mixed bag of locals and tourists... always fun!

    Ribeye
    Sharona M.

    Nella is really a delight. It was our first time trying it after hearing rave reviews (especially about their bread). I'm not one who typically would order the bread and butter since it seems like a waste, but everyone talks about it so we had to try. I can confirm the bread & butter is worth the order, sooooo good! We also were told about their ribeye, and got worried when we didn't see it on the menu. But, it was on their specials. Not sure if they have it all the time, but I highly recommend. Mushrooms on top are so tasty as well as the potatoes they come with. We also ordered the Truffle Pizza which was another special, really good as well. Even better cold the next day... One random note is the restaurant has a funky cheese smell... that was kinda annoying lol. Besides that issue, I will add that service is also great. I would return next time we're in the area.

    Profiterole
    Evelynn K.

    Whenever I travel to the CA Central Coast, a side trip to Nella in Los Olivos is a must do. Nella offers delicious, modern, authentic Italian cuisine, great craft cocktails, friendly service and a lovely ambiance with a variety of indoor and outdoor seating options.

    Nona Nella meat ball
    Ruben P.

    We had , bread and butter ($9, but was delicious) Nona Nella meat balls, burrata salad, pinza Bianca, steak and frites and affogato. All the food was simple and very good. Just the dessert wasn't what we expected, kind of disappointed after very nice and good meal. Normal portion, fresh and quality ingredients, good taste. A little pricey but I think the place, the area , service and good food justified pay a little more. The service was excellent and efficient specially the busser and adult Mexican man. He was very nice, polite and super friendly we enjoyed talking to him. The ambience is very nice , elegant and delicate. It's a place that I will return without thinking. I hope if you are in the area , give them a chance .

    Indoor bar area soft seating
    Kellie C.

    Nella Kitchen & Bar is the restaurant inside the Fess Parker Inn. Plenty of free street parking, some of it shaded by trees. We had a party of four for lunch on a Friday at 11:30. Our table was outside on the front porch under the shade of the building. Delightful. Made a reservation through Open Table. The special lunch menu had some more affordable options. We started off for the table with their special carrot salad ($21) and a Bresaola "Pinza" ($30), which is a lighter crust flatbread-type of pizza. We also had the baguette ($9, warm, delicious, a baguette carrée - rectangular) served with French butter and sea salt flakes. Our entrees were the lunch steak frites ($36, excellent), the salmon salad ($28, giant salad with about 8oz of perfectly seasoned, grilled salmon cut into cubes. Excellent), and the Blue Prawns ($22, four large, shelled, head-on prawns, brined and grilled over tomatoey white beans. Prawns were excellent. Beans were a little hard and not interesting). Service was an attentive 4/5. Would return for the steak frites or salmon.

    pinsa and  glass of sauvignon blanc
    Suzanne P.

    I love Nellas. the food is always so delicious and it's a very comforting place. My one grips is tha a glass of wine is 25$!!! seriously that's just ridiculous

    Filet mignon
    Alexander C.

    Classic, unpretentious, high quality restaurant. We had dinner at Nella and absolutely loved our experience. The dining room was well appointed and lively, without being too loud. The service was welcoming and friendly from start to finish. And, the food was excellent! We had the beef carpaccio and one of their classic pinsas (the four cheese) to start, the duck legs and filet mignon for entrees, and the olive oil cake for dessert. Everything was fresh, beautifully presented, and delicious! I can't recommend Nella enough if you're staying in or passing through Los Olivos.

    Dessert
    John

    This restaurant has the feel, the food and the service of a Michelin restaurant. Every single thing on their menu is absolutely amazing. You can come here by yourself, with a friend, on a date with family or even bring the kids. Everything is fresh. I asked for French baguette, and they kindly request requested that I wait a few minutes as they were going to make it fresh for me. This is an absolute treat and a must visit... An ideally a place you go to over and over again. *** bathrooms are extremely clean and well-maintained***

    Ray G.

    Nella Kitchen offers world-class service and incredibly delicious food. We drove over an hour to get there, but we'd happily return again and again. If you're a bread lover, prepare to be amazed by their French baguette with salted Bordier butter. It's absolutely delicious and pairs perfectly with Nonna Nella Meatballs. The star of the show is their Pinsa! They're perfectly crunchy and incredibly flavorful. We devoured their Black Truffle Pinsa, but I could have easily ordered the Pinsa and been very satisfied. It makes for an amazing appetizer for 2-4 people. Other pinsas on the menu include Margherita, Bianca, Caponata, Guanciale & Squash, Carciofi, and Sausage & Rapini. For dessert, highly recommend their profiteroles! They're a very light and delicious cream puff with Chantilly and dark chocolate.

    Tomato watermelon salad
    Karen L.

    We had a lovely dinner at Nella which is located in the Fess Parker Inn. The "pinsa", which is a Roman style pizza with a crust made with a combination of rice, wheat, and soy flour, was the standout. The crust is so light and crispy yet can withstand the weight of the sauce and toppings. The tomato, feta and mozzarella salad was also fresh and delicious. The two items are just enough to share between 2 people. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming with a fireplace in the main dining area. I will definitely return next time I'm in the area.

    Gohar K.

    While on a daytrip in Los Olivos our friends and us came here for lunch. What a wonderful lunch we had. The food here was exceptional. Everything we ordered was so fresh and flavorful. We even had dessert and loved every bite. Great customer service specially from our waiter. He was great. The ambiance here is lovely. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available. Love it here. Will be back again for sure.

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    Is there a children's menu?

    They don't have a children's menu but they should definitely be able to accommodate you. They make great pizzas and pastas so you should be good!

    Hi, What's the name of the butter you serve with the baguette bc it was amazing? Thank you

    salted bordier butter

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    Los Olivos Cafe

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    (1.1k reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    The Los Olivos Wine Merchant and Cafe has a name that seriously undersells what is happening…read moreinside. It sounds like a place where you buy a bottle, eat three responsible almonds, and leave. Instead, they are serving some of the most satisfying farm food in town while the name stands outside pretending this is all perfectly ordinary. The building feels old in the right way. Not fake old, where someone bought distressed wood last Tuesday and charged it with having memories. It feels like locals have been wandering in from nearby vineyards, ranches, farms, and homes for years, sitting down without needing to study the room first. The tourists discover it. The locals appear to already have a system. The focaccia arrived soft in the middle with a crisp little edge that made tearing into it far more entertaining than bread has any right to be. The olive oil tasted raw, green, and incredibly fresh, as though the olives had been pressed somewhere nearby and were still slightly annoyed about it. The vegetables come from the restaurant's own farm just down the road, and they looked almost suspiciously healthy. Bright, crunchy, colorful, and full of life. Most restaurant vegetables sit beside the meat like nervous witnesses. These had confidence, opinions, and possibly retirement plans. The burrata was creamy and uncomplicated, with excellent olive oil doing what excellent olive oil does, which is make you briefly consider whether bread, cheese, and oil might be enough to sustain human civilization. The skirt steak was beautifully cooked and full of flavor. Every cow only has one skirt, which seems like a design flaw considering how many people want to order it. The vegetables alongside it were not there to provide moral balance. They were good enough to start arguments over who got the last one. My mushroom ravioli was exactly right. No puddle of oil. No cream sauce trying to bury the evidence. No pasta cooked to the consistency of a damp envelope. It was rich, earthy, and satisfying, with every bite feeling complete rather than simply preparing you for the next one. The wine wall is practically a geography lesson with alcohol. Santa Ynez Valley, Los Olivos, Paso Robles, Napa, France, Italy, and enough local bottles to make you wonder whether every nearby hill has quietly started producing wine. The wines we tried were approachable and easygoing. They joined dinner politely instead of barging in and demanding we admire their résumé. We finished with crème brûlée, which remains one of the few desserts that begins with minor property damage. Cracking through the warm sugar into the cool butterscotch custard underneath is childish, elegant, and deeply satisfying. Marcos was upbeat, knowledgeable, and clearly knew the menu well enough to recommend it without sounding like he had memorized a hostage statement. The whole evening felt relaxed, local, and completely unforced. This is the kind of restaurant where you finish dinner, walk outside, and immediately start wondering what time they open tomorrow.

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    Outside the wine merchant- so cute!
    Outside the wine merchant- so cute!
    Grass-fed beef Skirt Steak with seasonal preparations.
    Grass-fed beef Skirt Steak with seasonal preparations.
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    The Tavern at Zaca Creek

    4.4
    (210 reviews)
    4.5 mi

    We stayed at the inn and decided to make it easy and make reservations at the Tavern. They give you…read morescones to start your meal and they were amazing! Savory and one of the best scones I've ever had! Didn't even need the sweet butter that came with it. We had the crab beignets for an appetizer. Very nice and light, fresh crab just missing a some salt. My fiancé ordered the burger with their version of fries and I had the scallops pasta. My fresh scallops were perfectly seared and paired with the beautifully blanched veggies and pasta. All fantastic, just missing a little salt. Burger was really well made and so were their fries. Service was ok, a little hands off for such a slow night. Well decorated inside and out with lots of plants. The whole place is dreamy!

    A charming restaurant with a lovely, quaint ambiance that creates an immediately welcoming setting…read more The service was exceptional gracious, attentive, and genuinely personable. Our party was warmly greeted upon arrival and made to feel completely at home throughout the evening. The cuisine was very good, and the overall dining experience was thoughtfully executed. One minor note would be that one of the pasta dishes could have been drained slightly more prior to plating. Otherwise, the meal was excellent. I would gladly recommend this restaurant to others seeking a warm, inviting atmosphere paired with attentive service and excellent food.

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    Indoor dining room
    Indoor dining room
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    Ahi tuna salad
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    S Y Kitchen

    S Y Kitchen

    4.4
    (1.1k reviews)
    4.1 mi
    $$$

    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.

    I came here for a birthday celebration and to be honest I wasn't expecting much, just another…read moreItalian spot. But I was actually really impressed with the food here. The pasta and pizza were excellently prepared, the drinks were fun, and all the appetizers we had to share were delicious. The restaurant itself is also really cute and has a nice ambiance perfect for girls night or date night! I'm only taking off a star because I think it was really busy and we felt a bit rushed. They tried to clear our plates before our last dish came out and then we were offered the check before we were offered dessert

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    Butter squash soup
    Butter squash soup
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    Craft House At Corque

    Craft House At Corque

    4.2
    (499 reviews)
    5.1 mi
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    Celebrating our nation's 250th birthday in beautiful Solvang!…read more We ate at Craft House four times during our visit--and for good reason! It is, in our opinion, the best restaurant in Solvang. Every meal was exceptional, and the service was consistently outstanding. From the moment we walked in, Daniel welcomed us with a warm smile that made us feel right at home. At our first breakfast, Taylor provided friendly, attentive service that set the tone for the rest of our visits. That evening, we enjoyed the cauliflower appetizer, beet & burrata salad, short rib grilled cheese and black tie burger. Every dish was absolutely delicious. On our second breakfast visit, Sandra took wonderful care of us. She is such an asset to Craft House--knowledgeable, personable, and genuinely welcoming. Sophia, who brought out our food several times, always greeted us with the biggest smile. You can tell she truly loves what she does. Lorenzo and Nora were also fantastic servers who helped make every visit memorable. Over four visits, we sampled several different entrées and breakfasts. The avocado toast and chorizo quesadilla were definite standouts, and every meal exceeded our expectations. A heartfelt thank you to the entire Craft House team for your incredible hospitality, exceptional service, and outstanding food. We can't wait to return!

    Our favorite spot in Solvang. We come 3 times a year and this is always our dinner spot ( sometimes…read morewe'll come twice if we're there longer). Everything we have ordered has been amazing. Some favorites are the short rib grilled cheese, Korean filet salad, pizza, pasta, Brussel sprouts,, cocktails, I mean everything is so good! Live music outside on weekends is a vibe. Service is always great! Whenever we bring family or friends here they all have loved it! I usually make a reservation for a Saturday night but there's always some open tables available.

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    Inside front.
    Inside front.
    The BEST Black Tie Burger
    The BEST Black Tie Burger
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