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Mattei's Tavern, Los Olivos, CA

Mattei's Tavern

4.6
4.6
382 Reviews
$50 and over
American
A photo of Mattei's Tavern restaurant

Mattei's Tavern

4.6
$50 and over
American
Los Olivos

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Recently opened on November 16, 2022, The Tavern continues her legacy as Santa Ynez Valley's beloved social hub. This California ranch-inspired restaurant highlights flavorful dishes and honest ingredients, many of which are harvested from Mattei’s on-site garden and surrounding local farms. Paying homage to its century old roots, the menu is elevated yet unfussy, offering grilled dishes and vegetables alongside seasonal specialties. The exceptional wine program is a singular and definitive draw of The Tavern. The comprehensive list features a California focused glass list which is complimented by an extensive cellar of Old World favorites.


For informal fare join us at The Bar, Mattei’s Tavern’s most authentic hangout. With a roaring fireplace and fixtures dating back to its 1886 origins, the historic bar and lounge space offers local craft beer and wine, amber hued cocktails and a snacks menu that ranges from bite sized to burger dinners.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (888) 218-4941
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Joseph Humphrey
  • Private party facilities
    Please email Events@MatteisTavern.com for details.
  • Neighborhood
    Los Olivos
  • Cross street
    Nojoqui Avenue
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas Dinner

    $134.69 per person

    Dec 25, 2024 only
    Join us for an intimate gathering with friends and family for a Christmas Day Buffet prepared by Executive Chef Joseph Humphrey and team.
  • Feast of the Seven Fishes

    $102.36 per person

    Dec 16, 2024 - Dec 30, 2024
    As a special Mattei’s Holiday Tradition, join us in the Tavern as we celebrate with a of Feast of the Seven Fishes. Executive Chef Joseph Humphrey will prepare a unique dining experience highlighting the local seafood from the central coast.
  • New Years Eve Dinner

    $188.56 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Indulge in the ultimate New Years Eve dinner experience with a 5 course dinner menu crafted by Executive Chef Joe. Celebrate the ringing of the new year with a welcome glass of champagne.

What 382 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    American

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Best Service

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Best Ambiance

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Good for groups

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Healthy

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Neighborhood gem

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Great for fine wines

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Romantic

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Good for special occasions

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Lively

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mattei's Tavern offers an enchanting dining experience with a "gorgeous setting" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "exceptional service" and inventive menu, featuring both local and international flavors. While some found certain dishes inconsistent, many praised the "amazing ambience" and "friendly, attentive staff." It's a must-visit for its charm and culinary delight.

577 Reviews
  1. Roberta

    Central Coast

    104 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    104 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Service is outstanding and staff very helpful, informative and knowledgeable. It was a very busy evening, but staff handled it well. We were a bit surprised by the limited dinner menu - all looked good, but not as many choices as we had hoped. The server mentioned we could order off of the bar menu as well- so that opened up some additional options. We ordered the Santa Maria style steak -- it was quite good, perfectly cooked and the heirloom carrots did not disappoint. The aged Worcestershire sauce was a treat. The whipped mashed potatoes were good but almost a bit watery. It was a cold night and it felt quite cold in the restaurant. Wish they had indoor heat too!

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  2. Alex

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    “Great food, cozy atmosphere, and friendly service!”

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  3. CJ

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved it! The ambience , friendliness of staff and food are amazing. We absolutely adore the surroundings and decor. Definitely must stop at Mattei’s Tavern while in Los Olivos!

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  4. Thomas

    Houston

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The group next to us was very very loud. Good food, good service, good value. Meat was a little over done but still good.

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  5. Sal

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We spent Thanksgiving at Mattei’s and while we generally had a great time and the service was lovely and on point, we felt that the food was not necessarily up to par with what they normally offer or the price. Particularly, since our reservation was towards the evening, at that point the buffet was a little unkept and the food at the carving station was cold. Hopefully it can improve for future holidays. Thank you!

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  6. michael

    Portland

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Cold food for Thanksgiving buffet. Not worth it . Basic and low level

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  7. Marc

    Chicago

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really amazing location - so beautiful with wonderful service. The wine list is so amazing with many local small vineyard options that you just want to try as many as you can. Menu is really great and the food was wonderful.

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Jessica

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great night, from delicious specialty cocktails and in house sourdough…to uni risotto and the best smoked black cod I’ve ever had, this was a great meal! Our server Scott was friendly, efficient and knowledgeable of the menu and was just a pleasure the entire evening…definitely worth it all! We loved it

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  9. Jamie

    Los Angeles

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tara and Ezelle greeted us and Anthony and Luis gave amazing service as did David the sommelier. Can’t wait to go back.

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  10. Lily

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everyone that touched our table was wonderful! We ate here both nights during our stay at the hotel and it was very consistent. The waitstaff was very attentive and kind. They gave us some special treats to help us celebrate our anniversary and just made everything feel really personalized. My only gripe is that I wish there were more vegetarian/vegan options but we felt satisfied with having a few of the non-meat starters and salads.

    1 person found this helpful

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Mattei's Tavern is rated 4.6 stars by 382 OpenTable diners.

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A photo of Mattei's Tavern restaurant

Mattei's Tavern

4.6
$50 and over
American
Los Olivos

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Mattei's Tavern

2350 Railway Avenue, Los Olivos, CA 93441

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Nojoqui Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Los Olivos
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Joseph Humphrey
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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