Ellie's Tap & Vine

4.9

665 Reviews

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

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2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

Welcome to Ellie's Tap & Vine... Join us for seasonal cuisine, elegant ranch ambiance and great wine! We are Valley to Table dining, working with many local farms and purveyors; We look forward to seeing you soon! Our menu changes regularly, so please feel free to visit our website: www.elliestapandvine.com or follow us on IG and/or FB.

Our restaurant is located in the heart of Santa Ynez. We boast amazing outdoor seating with great views and because it is often a little chilly in the evening, we have heaters. We are also dog and cat friendly.

We know re-adjusting to dining out is a strange experience for everyone and we are all slowly returning. For now, we will be suspending lunch service.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Contemporary American, Grill
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(916) 390-3595
Website
http://www.elliestapandvine.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Joy Reinhardt
Catering
On/Off Premise Catering Available.
Private party facilities
Based upon availability. We have a Private Dining Room that can accommodate up to 30 guests or as little as 10. Please contact Owner, Joy, for Reservations and inquiries. Joy@elliestapandvine.com or 916.390.3595

Location
3640 Sagunto St, Santa Ynez, CA 93460-9146
Neighborhood
Santa Ynez Valley
Cross street
Edison St.
Parking details
Parking Lot and Street parking. We are walkable from most local hotels, and directly across the street from the Santa Ynez Inn.
Public transit
None.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Butternut Squash Soup with Goat Cheese and Chile Flakes$16.00
Garlic, Shallots, Herbs, Cream and a Little Love
Liver Pate$16.00
Toasted Brioche, Cornichon Pickles, Dijon Mustard, Persimmon & Pickled Red Onion
Hot Crab and Cheese Dip$16.00
Mayo, Cheese, and Toasted Baker’s Table Ciabatta
Sauteed Calamari$18.00
Butter, Wine, Capers, Bacon, Chile Flakes, & Fresno Chile Peppers
Chopped Salad$16.00
Brussels Sprouts, Radicchio, Romaine, Cranberries, Bacon, Shallots, Blue Cheese & Walnuts
Warm Apple Salad$16.00
Caramelized Green Apples, Walnuts, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Butter and Vanilla
Hamachi Tuna Crudo with Spicy Persimmon Sauce$18.00
Microgreens and Persimmon Sauce
The Baker’s Table Bread$6.00
Local Tapadero Ranch Olive Oil or Salted Butter

Plates

Crab Cake$36.00
Cream, Sweet Potato, Bacon, Spice, Capers & Spinach Hash (Bacon may be omitted)
Roasted Half Chicken$30.00
Lemon, Garlic, Shallots & Herbs, Whipped Potatoes & Wilted Spinach
Ellie’s Pork Carnitas$34.00
Slow Cooked Pork w/Pasilla Peppers, Jalapeno, Tomatillo, Cilantro, Rice, Pinto Beans & Tortilla
Farm Cassoulet$36.00
Duck, Sausage, Bacon, Carrots, Onion, Tomato & Celery
Creekside Farm Filet Au Poivre$46.00
8oz Tenderloin Beef Filet, Local Farm Spinach & Whipped Potatoes
Beef Bourguignon$36.00
Wine Braised Beef with Carrots, Celery, Onions and Jus over Whipped Potatoes
Pasta Bolognese$34.00
Slow Cooked Beef, Pork and Veal Tomato Sauce, Herbs, Penne and Parmesan Cheese
Alaskan Halibut$34.00
Red Pepper Coconut Sauce, Haricot Vert and Sweet Potato Carpaccio
Olive Oil$30.00
For sale and just in time for the holidays, as a Hostess Gift or a Stocking Stuffer!
Wine By the Glass$10.00
- Industry Night 50% off Food$0.00
- Locals Night 10% Discount/Corkage Waived for Locals$0.00
- Half Price Wine$0.00

What 665 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.9Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

California Central Coast
Best Value
Santa Ynez Valley
Best Overall
Santa Ynez Valley
Best Food
Santa Ynez Valley
Best Service
Santa Ynez Valley
Best Ambiance
Santa Ynez Valley
Best Value
Santa Ynez Valley
Neighborhood gem
Santa Ynez Valley
Great for fine wines
Santa Ynez Valley
Great for outdoor dining
Santa Ynez Valley
Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ellie's Tap & Vine is a "local gem" in Santa Ynez Valley, boasting an "innovative menu" crafted by Chef Joy, who is known for her warm hospitality. Diners rave about the "best steak" and "legendary" scallops. With a cozy atmosphere, locally sourced ingredients, and a broad wine selection, it's perfect for any occasion.

665 Reviews

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Annie
VIP
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Three of us ordered the Filet Mignon! We all commented on how delicious they were; cooked to perfection, juicy, tender and seasoned just right! Perfect meal and enjoyed the ambiance for a perfect dining experience.
Ellie's Tap & VineResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for your continuous support! We appreciate you! Especially me! Joy
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Talissa
VIP
Central Coast
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If you truly want a fine culinary experience Ellie’s is the choice. Chef Joy manages to show her expertise in every dish highlighting various in-season ingredients coupled with her unique artistic ability. Every dish is well plated for the eyes to behold and the palate to be overwhelmed.
Ellie's Tap & VineResponded on December 15, 2024
Thank you so much for noticing and appreciating our efforts! Until next time. Joy
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Conrad
VIP
Palm Springs
46 reviews
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was wonderful! Everything imaginative and very well prepared & executed! Would love to have the opportunity to return in the near future!
Ellie's Tap & VineResponded on December 15, 2024
Thank you so much for your review! Joy
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Frank
VIP
Los Angeles
78 reviews
5.0
78 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our first time eating there and it will not be our last. Good food, good service, warm ambience and reasonably priced. Done, there is nothing else to say…
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Moriah
Sacramento
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
After a day on the town, we looked forward to stopping at Ellie's after a friend's recommendation. The chef made us one of the best halibuts I've ever had over a lovely sweet potato persimmon hash. We also enjoyed a perfectly prepared filet mignon with the best mash potatoes to exist. I even ordered an extra side of them!! For dessert we had a melt-in-your-mouth bread pudding that you really must try! The apple crisp was also good without being too sweet and just the right amount of ice cream to complement every bite. The ambiance is fantastic. The small quaint interior is clean and cozy with low lighting that sets the mood. The wine list was quite impressive and I can't wait to come back for the $10 wine nights! There's a big wrap-around balcony outside w amazing views - this will be a wonderful place to spend the warm summer nights w friends. Lastly, Chef Joy even came to our table to check in on us and the service was spectacular without feeling stuffy. Menus change monthly and feature local seasonal ingredients which will keep me coming back to see what's new. Friendly staff, impressive ambiance, and delicious food make this a noteworthy five-star experience. Highly recommended!
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Mark
VIP
Los Angeles
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A week night dinner and we had a room all to ourselves. The service and food were both excellent.
Ellie's Tap & VineResponded on December 6, 2024
Thank you for taking time to review Ellie's! We sure do appreciate you! Joy
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Margy
VIP
Central Coast
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went back for the cassoulet…t was wonderful! Staff very friendly and professional. Lovely dinner!
Ellie's Tap & VineResponded on December 4, 2024
Thank you, Margy! We love what we do and the proof is in the cassoulet! Joy
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G
Glenn
Los Angeles
72 reviews
5.0
72 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Passing nearby, we decided to try a restaurant we had not been before. A great surprise. We were warmly welcomed and seated a nice table. The restaurant is beautifully decorated. The service was outstanding. And the food was expertly prepared and delicious. We had a half chicken dinner and a chicken pot pie. Both dinners were large portions and very tasty. We had warm apple tort for desert that was really good. We will certainly be back. A great find.
Ellie's Tap & VineResponded on November 24, 2024
We were thrilled to have you stop by and join us for a meal! Look forward to your return! Cheers! Joy
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J
Jim
San Diego
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We come to the Santa Ynez Valley a couple times a year and make it a point to come to Ellie’s every time. The food and service is consistently excellent and the crabcake is not to be missed.
Ellie's Tap & VineResponded on November 24, 2024
We love our regulars and you fit the bill! Appreciate you again and again! Cheers! Joy
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sally
VIP
Jackson Hole
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The restaurant was full on a Tuesday evening. Service was good, although they looked a little overworked. The food is quite heavy and certainly I think I would've shared portions had I known we had the calamari, and there was a massive amount of garlic in it, which I enjoyed, and the flavor was great as well as the tenderness of the squid. Our main courses were very hearty and well cooked. Desert apple crisp was way too sweet with masses of caramel . Overall good but rich and heavy so go hungry and share .
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FAQs

Ellie's Tap & Vine offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (916) 390-3595.

Ellie's Tap & Vine is rated 4.9 stars by 665 OpenTable diners.

Ellie's Tap & Vine does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

Order delivery or takeout

3640 Sagunto St, Santa Ynez, CA 93460-9146

Additional information

Cross street
Edison St.
Neighborhood
Santa Ynez Valley
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Contemporary American, Grill
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking Lot and Street parking. We are walkable from most local hotels, and directly across the street from the Santa Ynez Inn.
Public transit
None.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Joy Reinhardt
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.elliestapandvine.com/
Phone number
(916) 390-3595
Catering
On/Off Premise Catering Available.
Private party facilities
Based upon availability. We have a Private Dining Room that can accommodate up to 30 guests or as little as 10. Please contact Owner, Joy, for Reservations and inquiries. Joy@elliestapandvine.com or 916.390.3595

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Ellie's Tap & Vine

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Ellie's House Made Bread Pudding

Lobster Roll

PORK TENDERLOIN

Smalls

Butternut Squash Soup with Goat Cheese and Chile Flakes$16.00

Liver Pate$16.00

Hot Crab and Cheese Dip$16.00

Sauteed Calamari$18.00

Chopped Salad$16.00

Warm Apple Salad$16.00

Hamachi Tuna Crudo with Spicy Persimmon Sauce$18.00

The Baker’s Table Bread$6.00

Plates

Crab Cake$36.00

Roasted Half Chicken$30.00

Ellie’s Pork Carnitas$34.00

Farm Cassoulet$36.00

Creekside Farm Filet Au Poivre$46.00

Beef Bourguignon$36.00

Pasta Bolognese$34.00

Alaskan Halibut$34.00

Olive Oil$30.00

Wine By the Glass$10.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Ellie's Tap & Vine offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Ellie's Tap & Vine restaurant rated?

Does Ellie's Tap & Vine offer gift cards?

Is Ellie's Tap & Vine currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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