Such a cute, beautiful place! We had a chance to sit outside as it was such a pretty day. Plenty of choices on the food menu and vino! I ordered the Cafe turkey sandwich and it was so fresh🤤 also tried the Lavender Bubbles - Very nice. I was not sure I was going to like it but it was a pleasant surprise! Now, Katherine our server was on point!!!! She was a doll.

We visited Los Olivos for 4 days and found this gem on day 1. After a few popular restaurant visits we found ourselves dining here for the remainder of our stay. The food is incredibly and consistently delicious. The portions are perfect with larger portions at lunch which provided the energy needed for walks. The homemade focaccia is addicting. The street corn and wedge salad is a must try! The staff is amazing!

One of the better dining experiences I’ve had in 5 years in California. The food was so fresh and delicious. I loved that most everything I ate was made in house and sourced locally. Our waitress was so lovely. Will absolutely come back here.

This place is always a favorite! The veggies are super fresh and full of flavor, and we make sure to stop by whenever we’re in the area. They’ve got some great vegan options, and my wife loves their Bernat wine. Highly recommend. We’ve never had a bad experience.

Dinner and service were both incredible. I took my parents here and everyone loved the food, it was one of the best meals we have had in a while. Thank you to Marcus for his excellent service despite being a busy Saturday night.

Fantastic food and wine selection. While Open Table said they were booked we were able to get seated right away. Full service at the bar as well which had a few seats open. Not super kid friendly but do-able if your kids are quiet and sit still. Lovely outdoor patio which is shaded.

Met a high school friend here for lunch. The place wasn't crowded and the waitress said to take our time and just catch her eye when we were ready to order. We had a great lunch and an even better uninterrupted conversation. After lunch we walked around the town. Great way to spend an afternoon.

Came across this restaurant when we visit Los Olivos. The manager was super nice as well as our server Juan. I must say I’m really into truffle. Especially black not white truffles and their black truffle pizza was incredible. I usually don’t eat much pizza but with this pizza I almost finished the whole thing lol. It was a beautiful Monday night. Weather wasn’t too hot for summer days. I highly recommend this restaurant if you ever visited.

I’ve finally had the pleasure of visiting Nella Kitchen & Bar, the latest and luckiest establishment to have chosen Francois Renaud, a consummate professional in the world of wine and fine dining general management, directorship, and overall restaurant leadership. I first had the pleasure of meeting Francois and his team at the former, Wine House Kitchen in West Los Angeles, a place that will forever hold a cherished place of fond memories despite its absence in the Los Angeles dining scene. In learning of Francois’ decision to join the Nella team, I knew that it would be a worthy destination trip for us to dine for the evening. We were pleasantly rewarded with an establishment luxuriously appointed, with a warm inviting team, delicious food, and amazing wine, exactly what I’d hoped and expected. I highly recommend a visit and look forward to my next visit to Francois and his new home at Nella Kitchen & Bar in Los Olivos. Thank you Francois!

Just ate here. 6:30pm. April 18 2025. We eat out, a lot, all over the World. This may be one of the best restaurants we have ever eaten at, anywhere. No kidding. Reasonable pricing for fine dining. Perfectly proportioned plates. Pleasing mix of sea, meat, and vegi based meals. The bar staff knows how make almost any drink, perfectly. Wine list was local, international, and well selected. Our server was Victoria, and she made our table of 8 feel completely cared for despite the chaos of three generations of our family trying to make decisions and order. I can't say enough good things about the food, and staff. We will likely travel here from Arizona again sooner than planned to visit our family and just to dine here again. ♥️

The Green Mile Mocktail was refreshing and delicious. The lunch duck salad is a must if you like duck. The leaf was my insert. 🙌 We only stay at Fess Parker’s and have learned to only eat here. Lunch and dinner

Incredible Food! If you don't have a reservation they put you in a small back room by the kitchen. Fun to watch the kitchen but the atmosphere really lacked not being in the front room or on the patio. Definitely do a reservation otherwise I don't recommend coming here.

Proof that God blesses palates bold enough to wander beyond brisket. So there I was, a Texas BBQ believer, wandering the rolling hills of Los Olivos with my sharp-witted bride and a mighty appetite, when we asked a local where to eat. Now, I’m a man of faith in smoke rings and char lines, but when that local uttered “Nella Kitchen & Bar,” I felt something shift in my brisket-loving soul. We strolled up to this classy little gem tucked inside the Fess Parker Wine Country Inn just before lunchtime: no reservation, no plan, just a prayer and a pocketful of optimism. And wouldn’t you know it? We were seated immediately outside on their picture-perfect patio. Texans, you’ll understand the gravity of this: it was June, and we were happily sitting outside. In Texas, you’d be halfway to heat stroke by then. Our server? A hospitality ninja. Friendly, fast, and more graceful than a longhorn ballerina. Wine country rules say you start with a glass, and who was I to challenge the law? I went with a red that tasted like it had been aged in oak barrels and angel wings. My wife, ever the class act, chose a crisp white that practically danced out of the glass. Now, buckle up: the special of the day was fried artichoke hearts, and I mean fried to a golden crisp like they’d just come outta heaven’s air fryer. Creamy, crunchy, drizzled with something magical and shredded with enough cheese to make a cow blush. Hands down, our new favorite appetizer of all time. I didn’t even think I liked artichokes and now I would fight someone for the last bite of these. And then came the bread and butter. Let me say this as clearly as I can: if you go to Nella and don’t order the bread, you need to rethink your life choices. The bread was warm, fluffy, and had a crust so perfectly chewy it made me emotional. That butter? So rich and golden I almost asked it to dance. Now for the mains: my wife, adventurous as ever, ordered the Pulled Muscovy Duck Salad and folks, it looked like the cover of Fancy Lettuce Monthly. Frisée, apple, grapes, mushrooms, chile, walnuts, and a soy-lemon vinaigrette that made the whole thing sing like an Italian opera. She said it was amazing. As for me? You already know. If there’s lamb on the menu, I’m ordering it before the waiter finishes saying it. The Lamb Chops Scottadito came perched over roasted potatoes, bell peppers, and earthy porcini mushrooms, all kissed with a bright, herby chimichurri. The chops were juicy, tender, and cooked so perfectly I might’ve teared up a little. We didn’t make it to dessert. Not because we didn’t want to — but because we’d hit flavor capacity and needed a nap, a sunset, and a moment of quiet reflection. TL;DR: If you find yourself in Los Olivos with the sun shining and your stomach rumbling, Nella Kitchen & Bar isn’t just a suggestion, it’s a calling. From the first bite of artichoke to the last sip of wine, it’s where upscale Italian meets patio-perfected relaxation. We’ll be back. Heck, I’d book a flight just for those artichokes.

Wonderful restaurant in downtown Los Olivos. Great service, and a wonderful atmosphere. It was the perfect place for a romantic dinner with my partner. The food is amazing! It was the first place we've eaten at that had such a wide selection of specials. The baby artichokes was one of them, and did not disappoint. My partner thoroughly enjoyed the wine she had there. If we're ever in the area again, we will go back because it's worth it!

Stopped by for a Monday lunch and had a great experience. We ordered the Roasted Turkey and Italian sandwiches—both were incredibly fresh, flavorful, and made with high-quality ingredients. The restaurant was reasonably busy but not overcrowded, and our food came out quickly. A perfect spot for a delicious and efficient lunch. Highly recommend!

Rude service and the food was not at all what we expected. My curry chicken sandwich should have been called a curry apple sandwich. There were very few pieces of chicken and mostly apples and raisins. My husband had the Tuna salad and it was very dry and difficult to eat. The shop itself is cute with outdoor seating. It would have been nice to know that the outdoor tables associated Paninos had white umbrellas and other tables belonged with the business next door. We waited close to 20 minutes for our order, I finally went up to the cashier and retrieved it. The chunks in the photo aren’t pieces of chicken, they are hunks of apple. Just call it an apple curry sandwich.

A must needed pit stop in between wine tastings! Will be back to try their other sandwiches. The #4 Roast Beef & Horseradish Cheddar on focaccia bread was phenomenal and the ingredients were so fresh and flavorful. There is plenty of seating as well as an abundance of parking spaces nearby. This place is hate to miss, as it's in the center of downtown Los Olivos. Definitely so stop by to either dine in or pick up as a snack/meal after a wine tasting!

Quaint walk in style salad and sandwich shop. Great food and drinks. Out side tables.

The sandwiches we ordered were amazingly good. If only pictures could convey flavor! Highly recommend. It is a bummer that there are no public restrooms in this town.

Delicious sandwiches. My favorite is the chicken with pesto and sun-dried tomatoes on focaccia. I get it every time I’m in Los Olivos! The Harvest salad is another favorite.

We decided to stop here on our way from solvang to Santa Barbara. Very quaint little town. It was good sandwich but nothing remarkable about it. I had the roast beef and horseradish cheddar. Good flavor. The honey mustard was good and you could really taste the horseradish. My wife had the curry chicken salad which she enjoyed as well. I would go again for sure.

I've lost count as to how many times I've been to Bar Le Côte. It is "my place." If anyone who knows me wants to take me to someplace I will love, or if I take anyone to a place that I want them to experience something special...it is this special place. The attention and respect for the meal and the guest is unsurpassed. The entire staff is incredible, however we do always request Kate. We've come for lunch and dinner. Each is it's own unique experience. We just don't want it to end!

Delicious restaurant with farm to table ingredients and seafood focus. Came here with my parents and boyfriend for a nice dinner and we highly enjoyed ourselves. We ordered the Pacific Gold reserve oysters,boat scallop crudo, patatas bravas, BL Caesar, pan con tomate, Santa Barbara halibut, arroz verde, duck a la plancha, and the BLC snack pack (we were going all out). They portioned out the plates and there was a good rhythm. My favorites were the patatas bravas, the pan con tomate, and the BL Caesar. Everything was fresh and flavorful. The duck in particular was robust and had a nice crisp. Parking was easy and free on the street. The booth we were sitting in was on the smaller side, so we had a cozy time. Our waitress was friendly and personable.

Was recommended to check out this place for lunch and get a reservation—we did both—and wow! Terrific food on the wine tasting trail in Los Olivos. Cool vibey place with outstanding service and well executed food. We got sandwiches which were fab, and the vermouth cocktail. Can’t wait to come back!

This is a wonderful place to have lunch. The service is impeccable (they add a gratuity to the bill, but it’s well deserved) the food is wonderful. We both loved our sandwiches with the crispy chicken on the brioche bun being our favorite but we loved the crispy skin fish sandwich. We also ordered the signature fries, however, we would probably skip those next time. They were a bit salty for our taste and overhyped. Other than that we had a wonderful experience and will be back

Great spot. Fried chicken sandwich for lunch is their go-to. The hamachi and Caesar salad were also good, and the strawberry tart dessert was great. I’d definitely go back and recommend if you’re in town.

We stopped by for happy hours after our lunch up the 101 at Bell's. Greg from Bell's strongly recommended the chicken sandwich. Picture this, we just finished lunch 2 hours ago. By the time we rolled into Bar Le Cote, we were still fairly full. We ordered the sando thinking that we'd bring it for the drive back to LA. Well, we each got a nibble and next thing we knew we couldn't stop eating until it was gone. Yup, Greg was 100% right about the chicken sandwich. It was that addictively good and definitely a candidate for my food hall of hame. We'll have to come back to ascertain if it belongs in the HoF. (Sorry no picture on that sando. Feeding frenzy kicked in before we realized it... ) Oh yeah, the peel and eat shrimps were pretty good too. But it's hard to stand next to the sun and shine. You know what I'm saying...

Overall an enjoyable meal. Caesar salad with the anchovies was especially good. The uni was bland, the halibut was overcooked, and the sashimi carpaccio was overpowered by the odd sauce. The oysters were great, especially after they brought out the mignonette. Emily was especially gracious for accommodating us. Please consider my constructive feedback to make this great restaurant closer to perfect.

We got (obviously from photos) breakfast and dinner here and we loved it so much. The space is so nice and modern, but approachable and cozy at the same time. The staff was great but the food was the star. So fresh, so delicious and so filling. Reasonably priced considering. Also- the cocktails were perfection. I wouldn’t miss out on those!

Food and service was outstanding. Definitely worth a visit. Try the chef recommended sizzling corn bread...killer. Deviled eggs were so good. My wife had the Turkey sandwich and loved it. Tried the soup and grilled cheese and was very tasty. We highly recommend this restaurant. You will not be disappointed.

lovely interior, sat in the chefs room which was lots of fun and chatted with the knowledgeable team there. Food was good, nothing overly special however wine and overall experience were wonderful. Fries were not very crispy although it didn’t stop me from eating them all.

This place is beyond amazing. If I could recommend any place in the Santa Ynez Valley it would be The Bear and Star in Los Olivos. Upon entering the restaurant you immediately feel a sense of luxury, and peacefulness. Everything came out like a dream come true, the presentation, the taste, it had us craving for more. The Chef (Chef Trenton Shank)was kind enough to meet us go into detail about their farm, and give us a complimentary meal. The fact that they are farm to table is impressive enough, but the way they care about their food and the presentation is second to none.

UPDATE MAY 22, 2019 After my "Mixed" review (below), I received the posted response from Greer Shull offering to make things right. My wife and I visited today and were treated like royalty. Mr. Shull arranged with Anne Hallock who took our reservation for, and "comped" us a wonderful lunch, adding champagne too! My wife's salad was enormous, beautiful, and all grown on their properties. My burger was also enormous and delicious with their own wagyu beef, their home grown bacon, and home made ketchup for the fries. Hard to beat that. We also had an appetizer of smoked almonds that was to die for; an enormous portion and delicious. Our waitress Suz (Suzanne) could not have done more for us. She is a STAR! Greg, the new General Manager even came by to make sure things were good. Suffice it to say, that we will return and feel Bear & Star more than made up for any shortcomings from before. Thank you Suz, Mr. Shull, and Ms. Hallock. ORIGINAL REVIEW: Mixed. I have visited many times and always enjoy the fire and beautiful ambiance. Beautiful furnishings too. The bus boy even lit the fire for us! Waitress was good, no complaints. But sadly when I asked her for a couple crackers or a bit of bread to go with my chili, I was told they had no crackers or bread but would sell me some corn bread. REALLY!! I paid $10 for what the waitress warned me would be "less than a cup full," $17 for my wife's burger with a burned bin and a few luke warm fries, and $14 for a glass of house Chardonnay, and they couldn't spring for pack of 2 saltines?!! I'm sorry, but I left with a bad taste in my mouth!

Great meal and excellent service. Salmon was cooked perfectly. Deviled eggs and Brussels sprouts are two good choices for appetizers. Two items you may not think to try is the meat loaf and chili. Meat loaf is ground in house with a little bacon added for a great flavor. Chocolate budino is my favorite dessert. We were given a different glass for each bottle of wine

I had an amazing dinner here. So many great cocktails and wines. The cornbread is a must! As well as the smoked salmon!

Bartender was an excellent waitress and so friendly to our little group that had to be crowded in at the bar over the holiday week. Exceptional really since we weren't ordering alcohol and they had to fit us there due to the many customers. The seared tuna tacos were amazing and the popcorn ice cream a surprisingly good flavor!

If you find yourself in Los Olivos, lose your senses at Sides! The Scallops & Leeks are luscious and perfectly seasoned, smooth and silky. The Pear upside down cake is literally to DIE for! We went back two nights in a row to taste other items on the menu, but came back to the pear upside down dessert to complete our evening. Sides will NOT disappoint, if there was a higher rating, I would give it!

Awesome atmosphere, food and staff (our server Ashley was awesome!). We had a mushroom burger with a huge slab of "bacon steak" and the pork belly tacos. Outstanding! Also, you must try the spicy margarita, and although not on the drink menu, the Bartender made us a perfect Old Fashioned with Bullet Rye...love it!

Not as good as it used to be. Bacon steak tastes more like pork ribs than Bacon. The tomato in the BLT special was way too juicy and made the sandwich so soggy.

This was recommended while visiting local winery and did not disappoint, always nice to try where locals go for a quick and relaxing bite to eat. Will definitely come back next time and try something different lots to choose from.

Just walked into the bar for a quick bite and a cocktail. The Manhattan was crafted well and the calamari appetizer was actually very good. Aside from the squid, there were fried jalapenos as well.

Wow the lunch I just had here was so amazing! Everything was cooked to perfection and they were so prompt at serving us I had no problem getting in and out of there in under an hour. Such an adorable restaurant that was very clean and relaxing with friendly staff!