We had an amazing experience at Twenty Mile Wine. Jeff, the owner, was an incredible host he was…read morewelcoming, hilarious, and full of interesting facts that made the tasting experience even better. You can tell he genuinely loves what he does, and that energy carries throughout the entire winery. One thing we really appreciated was having the option between dry and sweet wine tastings. My wife prefers dry wines while I lean more toward sweet wines, so it was the perfect setup for both of us. Every wine we tried was excellent, but my personal favorite was the Olallieberry wine, the perfect balance of sweetness with just a little tartness. This wasn't just a wine tasting, it was an experience. Great atmosphere, great wine, and even better company. Definitely a 5-star stop and a place we'll be talking about for a long time.

Stopped in a little before closing time for a tasting, and this place had a nice cozy relaxing set…read moreup to enjoy our wine in. The owner Jeff kept us more than entertained and made us laugh the whole time. He even went into overtime as our tasting ran a little later than closing time, but never did he make us feel rushed. Def recommend.

I was visiting the area and found this beautiful place! So peaceful when you walk in ( try parking…read moreon the other side so you can walk down the lavender path) It was so quick but customer service was amazing! We tasted from the counter and amazing taste that we had to bring some home! The balsamic vinaigrette, the herbal and garlic oil came home with me!!! I definitely recommend and I have to be back not so rushed to enjoy all the things. They also have a small shop

I cannot recommend Olive + Lavender Farms highly enough. From the moment you arrive, it feels like…read morea hidden gem tucked into the heart of Los Olivos. They offer a complimentary olive oil tasting, allowing you to truly appreciate the depth and character of each variety. The fresh bread served alongside the tasting is crafted from scratch in nearby Los Alamos at Bob's Well Bread Bakery, and it is delicious. A few of my personal favorites were the Santa Ynez, Garlic, and Habanero olive oils. The Garlic was so outstanding that I immediately purchased a bottle to take home. It is incredibly versatile. The setting itself is just as memorable as the tasting. There is ample charming outdoor seating beside a small creek, and the gentle sound of flowing water creates a peaceful, almost meditative atmosphere. The vibes are truly immaculate. Inside, the shop is beautifully styled and filled with thoughtfully selected gifts and, of course, an impressive array of olive oils available for purchase. Hayley (sorry if it's spelled wrong) was especially warm and helpful, making the visit feel welcoming. They also offer WiFi, which allowed us to linger a bit longer and get some work done. It is rare to find a place that combines quality, hospitality, and atmosphere so seamlessly.

What a delightful experience at Sanger! Eddie took such great care of us during our tasting. He's…read moresuper friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about his craft. We enjoyed sitting outside during the day to people watch and soak up the ambiance. When sunset came, he turned on the firepit and provided cozy blankets. I picked up a delicious pastry from next door which was the perfect touch. Will definitely be back!

We came here on a Saturday night, 1/17/2026 not too late 6:30pm, we sat outside, and order the wine…read moresampler. The wines were nice, and the entire sampler for 6 wines was 40 dollars, was not bad, very small samples. Very nice seating, pretty decorations inside. The staff was very nice, but there was only one server serving wine, and one busser, clearing table, there was not a huge amount of people, but everything took so long, and it was very hard to order any thing else, due to not our original drink order taking so long, and the one server being occupied the entire time. If I would come back, I would have to make sure there is more than one staff. Dragon would try again, depending on staffing.

I had such a fun time olive oil tasting at Olive Hill Farm's tasting room in downtown Los Olivos!…read moreThere were so many different flavors, and when I asked our host for the most popular tasting options, I was surprised to hear they were blood orange and cranberry pear. I tried both, and then also sampled some savory options as that's what I was looking for. My favorite local oil was the savory garlic olive oil and for the imported option, the truffle oil was amazing. I did not like the sundried tomato olive oil and was surprised to read that canola oil and sunflower oil were ingredients. While tasting, my boyfriend and I noticed they offered ice cream topped with oils and vinegar. Intrigued, we ordered the chocolate ice cream with blood orange oil and chocolate balsamic. We hadn't really liked the blood orange oil with bread, but wow was it an amazing combo with ice cream! Overall, a great spot in Los Olivos that does not involve wine drinking and we appreciate that it was dog friendly.

I had about an hour before my friends were going to meet me for lunch nearby so I went and did an…read moreolive oil tasting. The young lady that helped me was supremely knowledgeable about all things olive oil. She paired each olive oil with a vinegar and served it with a basket of soft, yummy bread. I devoured every single olive oil and while I wanted to buy more than one, I decided to limit myself to my most favorite of all--the jalapeño infused olive oil. I highly recommend this place. They have a great patio to sit outside and enjoy the day. Alas, I forgot to snap a photo because I was so present in my thoroughly pleasant olive oil, tasting experience!

Such a great experience! If you get tired of the wine tasting... go for olive oil tasting!…read moreEverything was incredible! The staff is so knowledgeable and friendly!

Wonderful place. Anthony was the best. Super friendly and helped us enjoy a nice glass of cab. He…read morealso helped us pick a delicious Persian like olive oil with pomegranate balsamic pairing. I've shared the oils with family and friends and they were a smash hit!!! Highly recommend.

not only was the place run by very kind employees, but the selection was just beautiful!! i must…read morehave been inside looking at all of the tea for 15 minutes. they have a wonderful list of interesting tea blends, unique salt and sugar blends and an impressive collection of spices :) i would recommend that any cooking/tea enthusiasts stop by, you won't want to miss this cute shop!!

The spice trade was once one of the most intricate and sought after commodites in history with…read moremonarchs and sultans devising the best routes to get their hands onto the rarest of spices showing their wealth and class of not only themselves but their representative countries. Although nowadays spices are much more easier to come by (just drive down to your nearest supermarket!); many spices are still on the scarcer side and represent luxury. Have no fear, though, because you no longer have to board a ship and find the passage to the Middle East but can simply head to the Solvang Spice Merchant. Solvang Spice Merchant is a female-owned (shout out to girl bosses!) spice boutique located in the central hub of the famous Danish tourist city of Solvang near Santa Barbara. Opening its doors a couple years before the Covid pandemic in 2018; Solvang Spice Merchant not only survived but thrived with a brick and mortar storefront and an online shipping option (flat rate of $10 shipping no matter the size of purchase!). The business features hand-crafted spices and seasonings, teas, and foodie gift sets serving both tourists and Solvang residents, alike. My boyfriend and I ventured into the Solvang Spice Merchant when visiting Solvang from Los Angeles for the city's Christmas-time Julefest and gazed our eyes on a shop that would make any King or emperor proud. The store is filled with floor to ceiling shelves of spices/seasoning mixes categorized by country/region and then further sub-categorized by ingredients, styles (BBQ, Pickling, etc) available in various bottle sizes (plus some can be purchased at the counter in bulk, as well). If you can conceive a certain spice or seasoning, trust me that Solvang Spice Merchant has it! Even if you are not in the market for spices; the store is fun to browse and discover all of the spices from around the world. My personal spice journey has endlessly been looking for Garam Masala (an Indian spice) which I could have purchased at the Indian shop by my apartment in Los Angeles - but what fun is that?! It is much better to come across Garam Masala at Solvang Spice Merchant where the spices are combined by hand and with love while enjoying the world of spices! We purchased a 2.3 oz bottle (the smallest) of Garam Masala for $10.25 which isn't cheap: but expected from a boutique spice store. I have since used the spice mix on chicken, Steelhead trout and steamed veggies and it is absolute perfection and makes my apartment smell delightful with its warm spices. The only complaint? None of the two young females behind the counter welcomed us into the store, offered any samples (which I learned the store does indeed do), ask if we needed help, etc. Solvang's main gimmick is being a welcoming tourist city ESPECIALLY during Christmas as it is known as the, "Most Christmas-y City in the Nation". Unfortunately, that Hallmark Christmas movie customer service was absent the night of our visit. Despite this minor qualm; Solvang Spice Merchant is a charming spice shop fit for a King, emperor, sultan or just Averages Joes like you and I visiting Solvang. Not only will you find whatever spice your heart desires but you will have an enjoyable time simply scanning the shelves.

We made a quick pit stop and this was an amazing experience!…read more I did bring four small bottles home with me because they were so good! They even give you bread to do the olive oil tasting

Excellent choice of olive oils, vinegars and local honey at a pseudo roadside stand. They let you…read moretaste everything and have reasonable prices. Everything was delicious, making it difficult to choose just a couple to take home. There are a few of the friendliest pups roaming around who love pets. And dont forget to take carrots for the horse!

There are a few places that make me giddy, and one is a cheese shop. This charming and delightful…read moreshop features a number of cheeses, and we should know, as we tried several! And who can resist bringing home...um...several slices? All wrapped snuggly in their paper blankets. The gentleman serving the group of us was friendly, knowledgeable, and generous with his time, as he patiently answered the questions we asked: where's this cheese from? Why does this one have a different color from this same kind? How does this Brie compare to this kind I'm familiar with? And so on. I can only imagine the amazing sandwiches and grilled cheeses that come from here. However this was dessert for me. In a town full of bakeries, that's saying something!

Loved my grilled cheese from Cailloux Cheese Shop! I got the gouda which was perfectly made. It…read moretook about 15 minutes to make, but the area is full of great spots to check out while you wait. Really cool shop. Staff were a bit detached from the service and overall distracted, but that didn't detract from how great the food was.

This little gourmet shop is adorable and so many great foods to indulge in for hosting a party or…read morejust to treat yourself. There are many gourmet cheeses, meats, olive oils, whole bean coffees, wines and more. The woman behind the cheese counter invited us to try the cheese samples. There was a lavender cheese and the black cheese with lemon that caught my eye. I bought the black cheese with lemon. The shop associate told me that the black color comes from licorice powder yet you cannot taste the licorice, only the lemon. There were many things I wanted to buy but had to have control. I love that a mother and daughter team run the shop and I loved hearing the mother speak Danish to an older woman that is one of their regular customers. Definitely check out the wonderful gourmet foods here when you visit Solvang.

Susie, the owner lady of this establishment is extremely rude. (Picture attached is her in all of…read moreher glory) Not sure if she was drunk off her own supply or just a horrible human being. Either way, nobody deserves to be treated the way she will treat you. Please go ANYWHERE else for your cheese and wine. I tried to have a conversation about her cheese selection asking for suggestions and she was terribly rude for no reason at all. You can easily buy most of her cheeses from Trader Joe's for half the price and without being spoken down to as a cutomer. There's plenty of other shops in Solvang with cheese and wine. DO NOT COME HERE!

Oil's Well That Ends Well…read more Locally owned and grown olive oil company that saw its humble beginnings over 25 years ago (1996) when the founder, Theodora Stephan, planted her first olive trees in nearby Santa Barbara--with her first harvest in '98! Fast forward to today, and they've grown from a roadside farm stand to having won multiple award for their EVOO, as well as having two boutique stores, this one and one in Solvang, to go along with a mass production facility in nearby Buellton. The Good: *Friendly, no pressure customer service *They have monthly olive oil and balsamic vinegar clubs *Over 40 food products to choose from, including their award-winning EVOOs, balsamic vinegars, mustards, spices, sauces, and more. *All EVOOs are organically grown *Lotions, bath salts, and other skin care products *EVOO tastings The Meh: *Store is a bit on the smallish side and cramped for an ogre, such as myself. The Ugly: *A lot of prices are not displayed/not marked on the products. I know, I know if you have to ask... But, anywho, that's one of my pet peeves about places like this. It's not difficult to just make things clear. TLDR: Cute little store in a charming town. If you love EVOO like I do, then definitely check them out.

We were directed here from our hotel in Solvang (the Landsby) that stated they offered…read morecomplimentary olive oil tastings to Landsby guests. The paper we were given by the Landsby said "no reservations required". As soon as we walked in, the sales associate was very rude and asked if we had a reservation. I simply stated that we did not because the paper said no reservations required. She said "yeah we need to change that. well, it's going to take me a while to get it ready". We said it was fine and patiently waited. The olive oils and vinegars themselves were tasty, but we will definitely not be coming back here due to not feeling welcome and not friendly service. We felt very awkward being there and were going to buy a bottle of vinegar but decided not to given how uncomfortable we felt. Don't waste your time.