Jill’s guidebook
Food scene
A list of local restaurants within walking/biking distance
Mesa Verde Restaurant
1919 Cliff DrExcellent Vegan Food walkable from house
Alcazar Tapas Bar
1812 Cliff DrGreat cocktails and Tapas walking distance from house
Known as a classic breakfast joint but also lunch, dinner and cocktails - walking distance from house
43 locals recommend
Mesa Cafe & Bar
1972 Cliff DrKnown as a classic breakfast joint but also lunch, dinner and cocktails - walking distance from house
Rose Cafe
1816 Cliff DrMexican food - walking distance to house
Toma Restaurant & Bar
324 W Cabrillo BlvdExcellent locally owned restaurant
If the tide is low you can walk to this on-the-beach Restaurant for lunch or a sunset dinner. Can get very busy on weekends
223 locals recommend
Boathouse at Hendry's Beach
2981 Cliff DrIf the tide is low you can walk to this on-the-beach Restaurant for lunch or a sunset dinner. Can get very busy on weekends
Sightseeing
Nice walk along the bluffs, 2 blocks from house. This is a dog- friendly zone so be aware, they are off-leash.
81 locals recommend
Douglas Family Preserve
Nice walk along the bluffs, 2 blocks from house. This is a dog- friendly zone so be aware, they are off-leash.
Old Mission Santa Barbara
2201 Laguna StGreat spot for wine tasting, and shopping on-site vintage items
8 locals recommend
Babcock Winery & Vineyards
5175 CA-246Great spot for wine tasting, and shopping on-site vintage items
Great ambiance and BBQ sandwiches (weekends only?)! Short drive away and perfect if you are going to spend a day in Santa Ynez/Solvang or hike in the mountains. Music on weekends (*check out their website for more detailed information coldspringtaverncom)
101 locals recommend
Cold Spring Tavern
5995 Stagecoach RdGreat ambiance and BBQ sandwiches (weekends only?)! Short drive away and perfect if you are going to spend a day in Santa Ynez/Solvang or hike in the mountains. Music on weekends (*check out their website for more detailed information coldspringtaverncom)
City/town information
Day trip - also has the Chumash Casino nearby if you are interested in that.
128 locals recommend
Solvang
Day trip - also has the Chumash Casino nearby if you are interested in that.
Santa Ynez