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    Vaquero Bar

    3.8 (77 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Loud
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Menu (September 2023)
    Brian F.

    Vaquero Bar is part of the restaurant Coast Range which opened up within the last couple years. There is bar seating inside and there is also outdoor seating. Their cocktail menu is organized by category like sours/mules/collins or classic drinks like old fashioneds/negronis/martinis with three different types of drinks under each of those categories. My first drink was the proper old fashioned ($15) which was accurately pretty proper. My second drink was the old pal ($14) which is a negroni but with rye. When I was here, another customer asked if they could play some music from the records that they had against the wall which was cool. This was a cool cocktail bar serving good drinks in a town where beer and wine reign supreme.

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    Tara H.

    Favorite spot in Solvang! We stayed in Solvang 2 nights and went to Vaquero both nights. What we loved most was the fact that they allow dogs. We sat inside, had drinks and martinis and found that they serve the same menu as Coast Range (related restaurants). We wanted to go to Coast Range but the available reservations didn't work for us (8:45pm being the earliest). So we ate at Vaquero and were even happier with the bar seating and bar service. Food is incredible. Drinks are perfection. Ambiance is great and we made friends at the bar. The walls had Dolly Parton on it, you can choose records for the bar to play and it was old time-y but with a modern, western twist. It is definitely a steakhouse bar. Can't wait to go back!

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    Ericka G.

    Cute little quaint bar attached to the Coast Range Restaurant. There was only one bartender who made the best picante margaritas. She was really calm and didn't appear overwhelmed but I think they need to get her some help because it got pretty busy in there on a Saturday afternoon. My only issue was there were so many bees inside. No one seemed to be phased by them but me. I saw some people swatting them away but didn't really seemed bothered. I'm not sure if there was a hive right outside the window or what but I'm not cool with bees.

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    Great food! Great service! Love the music selection and the turntable! We had a blast there!

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    Love this local bar bartenders are incredible. Would highly recommend this food and bar to anyone living in or visiting the valley

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    Very cute little bar. Good location and food looked good all though we didn't try any. Just stopped for a quick drink.

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    3.7(265 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    Vinland Hotel & Lounge
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    One thing we quickly noticed in Solvang is that there aren't many places open late, so finding High…read moreRoller Tiki Lounge open until 11 PM was a huge plus! After a delicious dinner nearby, we stopped in for drinks, live music, and a good time and this place delivered. They had a great live band playing fun tunes that really set the atmosphere. The vibe was relaxed, lively, and exactly what we were looking for to end the night. Their drink menu is packed with creative and fun options. I ordered the Mango Michelada, and it absolutely did not disappoint. Our waiter was also fantastic, very attentive, friendly, and kept checking in on us throughout the night. If you're in Solvang and looking for a fun late-night spot with good drinks, music, and great service, High Roller Tiki Lounge is definitely worth stopping

    I want to start by saying that I have never in my life experienced such a negative response when…read morewalking into a place. I wanted to love this place because of the aesthetic however, the owner (guy who wears the golf cap) immediately seemed annoyed that my friend and I wanted to grab a drink there. He just handed us the menus without acknowledging us. For reference it was not busy. So we sat down and he did stop by to take our order. There was one couple next to us and WOW! He came and asked them "Where are you guys visiting from?" And that was a whole conversation. He then came back a few minutes later to ask how their drinks were. And my friend and I were not acknowledged one bit and we were sitting right next to them and were the only ones in the room with them so it was very obvious. We did not feel welcome at all. It was such a bad feeling so I will definitely not waste my time or money at this place if I were you.

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    Booths in Club 433

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    The Good Life

    4.0(237 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    I am known for many things (some good, some bad, some pretty, some ugly - but I digress); with one…read morebeing my obsession with all things medieval. In fact, I professionally moonlight as Historian specializing in medieval English history! This means that I am a sucker for anything reminding of the time period; making the Santa Barbara-adjacent Danish city of Solvang right up my alley with its medieval storybook streets/architecture. Among the many spots in Solvang that make my heart go pitter-patter is The Good Life: a cellar wine/ale/tavern- bar. Grab your favorite wench and come along to grab a pint... Stroll down Mission Drive in the famous Danish city of Solvang and you will be delighted to venture upon The Good Life that appears to pop out of a medieval history book with exposed wooden beans, plaster exterior walls and an entrance that resides at basement level (they don't call it a cellar bar for nothing!). Owned by a husband-wife team with extensive hospitality and restaurant experience under their belts in 2012; the charm of The Good Life is instantaneous and perfect for a gal like me obsessed with this sort of thing. Prepare to be instantly transported into the 15th century! Once you cross the threshold of The Good Life, the Shakesperean feel continues but is also modernized with a glowing fireplace, plush arm chairs and high bar tables (plus bar seating) and floor to ceiling wine racks. The Good Life is a perfect ratio of Solvang tradition with hints of romance making it ideal for a casual beverage, tourist pop-in or memorable date night drink. The latter is exactly how my boyfriend and I happened to come across The Good Life as we were visiting Solvang from Los Angeles for the city's Christmas-time Julefest. We had just spent the evening making holiday memories among the city's Christmas trees, twinkling lights and sugary delights. Post Danish-dinner, we decided to wrap up our forever-Solvang memory with a drink at The Good Life. We were immediately greeted by the male manning The Good Life without any attitude or distaste towards us for coming in as he was preparing to close for the evening. If he was upset with us in any way - he certainly didn't show it! The Good Life features an amazing menu of local and international wines, beers, ales, meads, ciders, and ports that make The Good Life feel fancy-schmancy and artisan; but also, neighborhood friendly for your favorite hipster or friend next door. My boyfriend and I shared a cider (I wish I remembered the specific one but alas my memory evades me) while enjoying the atmosphere of warmth at The Good Life. Other customers sat in the plush chairs with notepads and tarot cards, an older couple arrived to cap off the evening and I enjoyed the view of my boyfriend in a medieval-Danish inspired cellar bar. The Good Life is standout at accommodating to all customers and making sure no one feels out of place. A bountiful tip as important as the bosom of a medieval bar wench: the bathroom at The Good Life is labeled as 'Office'. Don't worry, you won't walk in on someone preparing accounting books and the only business happening behind this door involves you and your private matters. The Good Life is delightful and unique but doesn't just stop there: it also differentiates itself with a truly impressive alcohol selection that allows you to be introduced to local, national, Danish and international bevies you have surely not tried prior. The Good Life is recommended for a drink on your next trip to the tourist-friendly city of Solvang. Even if you aren't pretending to be in medieval times...

    A great spot to try local wines and beers while enjoying Solvang. The vibe feels cozy and…read moreexclusive, yet in a very friendly way. The bartender (owner?) is so knowledgeable and offers great service. In addition to drinks, they offer cheese plates and a few other snacks. Casual classy.

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    The Good Life - Inside seating in front of fireplace has comfy chairs

    Inside seating in front of fireplace has comfy chairs

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    Charcuterie is available here

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    Craft House At Corque - Eggs Benedict

    Craft House At Corque

    4.2(477 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$$

    Oh my stars, this review is so overdue it's practically ancient. But how could I delay sharing the…read moreenchantment of this Solvang treasure? From the moment I stepped inside, every detail had my attention. Despite the cold temps, we asked to be seated on the outdoor patio(cozy firepit table and heat lamps of course). Then when the live music began, I was in the zone. And this was even before the dinner people. Then my cheeseburger arrived and it was pure delight, cooked to perfection. Hubby ordered the Short Rib Grilled Cheese with tomato soup. Right up his alley and did not disappoint. He may have licked the plate. Just when we were thinking the evening couldn't possibly get any better, Kaitlyn Chui started singing and playing guitar beautifully with her Father. It was one of those nights you just don't forget.

    Craft House at Corque has the potential to be a 5-star restaurant, but customer service really…read moreneeds improvement. Our party of 4 was seated and waited about 20-30 minutes without a waiter in sight. Meanwhile, a table seated after us had already placed their order and received drinks. I eventually had to flag someone down, and they mentioned they would get our waiter. They later returned and took our order themselves, saying our waiter, Christian, would be with us shortly. To Christian's credit, he did apologize when he arrived, but throughout dinner the service continued to fall short. He would stop by asking if everything was okay while our cups sat empty, then walk away without offering refills. We had to specifically ask for water and drink refills. At the end of the meal, we also weren't asked about dessert or whether we needed anything else. We had to ask for the check and he pulled out of his vest. That said, the restaurant itself has a great atmosphere. The outdoor seating is beautiful, especially the built-in fireplaces at the tables, which we really enjoyed. The live music also added a nice touch to the evening. Food-wise, the appetizers were the highlight. The ceviche and flautas were excellent. I ordered the Black Tie Burger, which was just okay, but the fries were delicious.

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    Inside front.

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    Chicken Jidori

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