Santa Ynez Restaurants

The menu is exquisite, great influence of asian cuisine. Great selection of specials also. Third time being here, and definitely not the last.

We make it a point to visit SY Kitchen every time we’re in Santa Ynez. While most of our experiences have been enjoyable, our most recent visit on November 19th—coincidentally our 42nd anniversary—was truly exceptional. I savored one of the best vodka martinis I’ve had in years at the bar. The service was outstanding, with our server demonstrating professionalism, attentiveness, and a friendly demeanor. Each course was timed perfectly, enhancing the overall dining experience. The food was exemplary, and the manager went above and beyond by checking on us three times to ensure everything met our expectations. It does leave us wondering, though—why is Nella Kitchen, under the same ownership, such a stark contrast in quality and service?

Taylor is the absolute best! Treats us like family every time we go in.

I was extremely impressed they were able to customize my menu to be vegan without sacrificing the flavor. Absolutely incredible experience and will be returning!

Great place to relax and enjoy some great wines! Dog friendly too! You can buy some cheeses, meats and crackers and they’ll create a custom charcuterie board for you, big or small! We will definitely visit again!