Locals have known many years what others are beginning to discover. Everything works wonderfully together at this restaurant as was seen in the movie “Sideways”. The food is delicious with a Mediterranean flare, the atmosphere is stylish in a sophisticated yet rustic way, the selection of wines is expansive, the staff is courteous, helpful, and enjoyable, and the crowd is reminiscent of a scene from the old television show Cheers. Enjoying your experience here is about as close as it gets to a sure thing.The Los Olivos and Santa Ynez Valley is filled with large and small wineries and has begun to get critical acclaim for its wines. Hence, Sam and his wife Shaunda decided to create a store where their customers could take home the wines that they enjoyed with their meals at discounted retail prices. So they remodeled the restaurant and created an expansive wine store that features over 300 local and international wines. A bar area provides a relaxed place for wine tasting, appetizers or a full meal. They even have a banquet room for private parties, and an intimate wisteria covered patio. The Los Olivos Café and Wine Merchant is at the top of our list.2879 Grand Avenue
Los Olivos
(805) 688-7265