Award-winning

First & Oak at the Mirabelle Inn

Name: First & Oak at the Mirabelle Inn
Address: 409 First St., Solvang, CA, United States, 93463
Telephone: (805) 688-1703
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.9

4.9

1081 Reviews

$50 and over

Californian

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We are excited to welcome you to First & Oak! We offer outdoor seating on our heated patio and inside our intimate dining rooms. At the time of reservation, you will select standard (indoor) or outdoor seating. Please be mindful regarding the weather, it tends to get chilly as the night goes on. Seating is limited, if you need to cancel please allow us a minimum of 24 hours prior to your reservation to avoid any cancelation fees. We offer two dining experiences: traditional a la carte or a Chef's Five Course Tasting Menu. When reserving, please choose which experience you would prefer and let us know of any dietary restrictions. We look forward to welcoming you!

First and Oak is located inside the Mirabelle Inn, and was awarded a Michelin Plate designation in 2022. We offer a seasonally-inspired menu that highlights local and organic ingredients prepared in a thoughtful manner. Our dining room operates with the mindset of warm compassionate attentive service.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Experiences are available.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Californian, Modern European, Contemporary French / American
Hours of operation
Daily 5:00 pm–8:45 pm
Phone number
(805) 688-1703
Website
http://www.firstandoak.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Javier Ramirez
Catering
Main Dining Room - Seats up to 36 guests Fireside Room - Seats up to 18 guests Outdoor Patio - good for canapés 40-50 , seats 45 *Off-site Catering, please inquire for details
Private party facilities
We offer off-site catering with our mobile food truck. We can cook any type of cuisine from casual dining fine dining. For onsite catering First and Oak features three separate dining areas: our quaint, outdoor patio, Fireside Room, and Main Dining Room.
Private party contact
Jonathan Rosenson: (805) 688-1703

Location
409 First St., Solvang, CA 93463
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood
Solvang
Cross street
Corner of First St. and Oak St
Parking details
We have a lot behind our building or you may simply park on the street.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

3 Course Menu Experience
$65.00 per person
Multiple dates available
The 3 Course Menu Experience at First & Oak offers our guests an opportunity to enjoy our cuisine in a slightly more approachable manner - fewer courses than our Chef's Tasting Menu, but more generous portions. Offering choices for each course, this menu captures the level of technique being employed by our kitchen team each and every day, and allows guests to engage with our service team to create a casual but elegant dining experience. Advance notice of any dietary restrictions or preferences is always appreciated; we are happy to create food that will suit any of our guests' needs. We look forward to you joining us soon!
Christmas Dinner at First & Oak
$125.00 per person
Dec 24 - Dec 25, 2023
Please join us at First & Oak for an unforgettable Christmas Dinner! Bring your loved ones and leave the dirty dishes at home, while enjoying some of our Chef's amazing cuisine. This will be a multi-course, plated dinner, combining classic holiday fare with an elevated First & Oak twist. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions or allergies upon booking a table, so we can be sure to have a delicious menu for everyone at the table to enjoy. We look forward to you joining us for this special evening!
Chef's Five Course Tasting Menu
$90.00 per person
Multiple dates available
The Chef's Tasting Menu is the signature dining experience at First & Oak - highlighting our most seasonal preparations, featuring produce from the farms in Santa Ynez Valley, seafood from off the California Coast and other local specialties. Chef Ivan Coronel and his team's level of execution and attention to detail is apparent in every dish, offering delicious menu options for each course, allowing guests to engage with the menu each night. Wine pairings are offered along with the Chef's Tasting Menu on a nightly basis. Advance notice on any dietary restrictions or preferences is always appreciated, in order for us to create exceptional menu options for each of our guests. We look forward to you joining us for an unforgettable evening!

Popular dishes

What 1,081 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

California Central Coast
Best Food
California Central Coast
Best Service
California Central Coast
Best Value
California Central Coast
Great for fine wines
California Central Coast
Good for special occasions
California Central Coast
Californian
Santa Ynez Valley
Best Overall
Santa Ynez Valley
Best Food
Santa Ynez Valley
Best Service
Santa Ynez Valley
Best Ambiance
Santa Ynez Valley
Best Value
Santa Ynez Valley
Good for business meals
Santa Ynez Valley
Healthy
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
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1,080 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
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Incredible meal. The service was outstanding. Ambience was very intimate. We are definitely returning.
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was the best I’ve ever had! Everything was delicious!
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HelenM
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We decided with three course menu. All dishes were delicious and beautiful. We were also full. We will come again when we visit Solvang. Thank you.
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GinaW
San Francisco
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful gem at the end of First in Solvang. Creative and delicious.
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StaceyR
Las Vegas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent gem and value in beautiful Solvang. Had the lightly crisp and creamy gnocchi, and it was perfect. Definitely would do the wine pairing menu next time. 5-Course tasting dinner is the best for your first visit. Then would do the 3-Course dinner once you know what you want.
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gonzo
San Diego
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful Thanksgiving! Thanks to our waiter George and the whole team for making our holiday so special!
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Jimmie
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a great evening. Everything was perfect. Thank you
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Alan
Denver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delivers what the web description promises. Recommend highly.
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LauraR
Dallas
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was the best dining experience I can recall. Food was unique and delicious. Server and manager were very friendly and helpful. Nice space/ambiance and good music in the background. Wonderful experience!
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OpenTable Diner
Tahoe
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food. The staff was warm and caring. They gave amazing recommendations. It was an amazing night.
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GregJ
San Diego
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2023
overall3food5service3ambience3
The food was excellent, if perhaps relying a bit too much on heavy cream, but the experience was somewhat marred by logistical surprises. First, nowhere in the OpenTable reservation process was there any indication that the restaurant had switched to set menus. Had we known that there was no longer an a la carte option (which I supposed we'd have known had we visited the restaurant's website), we'd have chosen to dine elsewhere, since we just don't do multi-course meals any more (at least, not without sharing). Second, the restaurant screwed up one of our orders. I'd ordered the fish option for the main course (a sea bass, in what looked, at the next table, like a lovely preparation), but what showed up was the grilled beef tenderloin. We didn't want my wife's main course to get cold while mine was re-ordered, so I went ahead and ate the steak. I can't complain about the dish--very nice piece of beef, perfectly cooked and well accompanied--but I'd really wanted the lighter fish dish, especially given the unexpected three-course requirement. After all that I was a bit surprised that the restaurant's sole concession was to comp my (not very expensive) glass of wine. After a main-course order bungle I'd have expected a restaurant of this rank to do a bit more--for example, reduce the price of my meal by about the cost of the main course. This was our third time a First & Oak, and it had been one of our two Solvang standbys (we often stay in the town en route from the Bay Area to SoCal where we live). No longer, I'm afraid.
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BRITTANYDom
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such an amazing experience Everything was on point The food was incredible The service was incredible The atmosphere was incredible
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DaleM
Los Angeles
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Innovative and delicious! We were given a choice of two menus--three course or five course. Each course except for the starter, had two choices. We had the five course menu and we moaned in pleasure after each bite. The cauliflower dish was especially good! Nice service and a lovely atmosphere. All in all a wonderful experience!
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RogerM
San Diego
26 reviews
4.0
26 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
It was definitely unique and something you wouldn’t routinely do! Very different menu and may very likely not appeal to your average diner. 5 courses so you don’t leave hungry and it takes at least 90 minutes so don’t be in a hurry. Great service and very accommodating to every dietary need .
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NormP
Palm Springs
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had dinner there last year. The wine the food and the service was excellent. We will go back.v
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ChristieM
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 27, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Wonderful staff and great food! My main dish on the 5 course meal was not quite ready but they were completely accommodating.
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SPfromTX
Houston
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Great visit to First and Oak, great service and location, top notch food, with one exception. Birthday dinner for me and my wife, we ordered the 5 course tasting menu. All courses were outstanding. If the gnocchi is offered, get it, it is to die for (i think this was on the third course). However, for the 4th course, get the tenderloin or pork--i got the halibut, and it was overcooked, and generally lacked flavor. But everything else was great. One note, upon checking out, there is a 4% service fee for kitchen staff already added in. That's fine, it should be pointed out up front, and i adjusted my tip appropriately. I just don't like the way so many restaurants today try to nickel and dime you, add on fees, etc. Just add it to the menu price. Or be very up front about it. Save for that fee and the halibut, this would have been a 5-star meal.
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BrianM
Los Angeles
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was excellent! Staff are extremely courteous and helpful.
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We didn’t realize they only had outdoor sitting but they accommodated us by providing blankets. Food was fabulous. Would definitely eat there again
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DenaV
Los Angeles
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience4
Food was good overall, two standout dishes. Amal portions. Wine pairing is definitely not worth the cost.
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jpinsc
Orange County
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A must for fine dining in Solvang! We went for a celebratory dinner and were not disappointed. We had the caviar and the 5-coarse tasting meal and it was incredible. The truffled cauliflower 2nd coarse was one of the best things we have ever had. The ricotta gnocchi, steak and pork were also delicious. Can't say enough wonderful things about our experience. We definitely want to go back!
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NebraskaVisitor
Las Vegas
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Wonderful tasting menu. Great service. Highly recommend.
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BeaumontFoodies
Palm Springs
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wow where to start from start to finish perfect. If you are in the area stop in and have an amazing meal you will not forget.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Highly recommend this place for some incredible food
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience, expert staff, very attentive and good was outstanding
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MarcyG
New York Area
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 3, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
The tuna appetizer was so small. It was barely a mouthful. The cauliflower course was not appetizing and I have enjoyed better versions of the same. The steak was delicious and so was desert. I didn’t feel It was an $85.00 meal.
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MJF8
Central Coast
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We had a lovely dinner on a Sunday night. Will go back
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JeffH
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food with a menu that changes seasonally. You have to try the Duck Wing Appetizer!
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Wendy
Los Angeles
72 reviews
vip
5.0
72 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food, the wine, the service was excellent. The little room we were in was very loud.
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edwardn
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding preparation and quality too. Perhaps vegetables should be included with entre, asparagus or broccoli would be delicious
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AimeeL
San Diego
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Food was excellent- atmosphere was nice (only four stars because of a noisy fellow diner - it’s a small room so anyone without an “inside voice” is disruptive). The service is first- class. Wine choices were very good-I recommend trying the owners wine.
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SoCalDes
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We indulged in the five course tasting menu with the wine pairings, and everything was wonderful. Introduced us to a new Orange wine, which we'd never tried: Coquelicot - Beton Blanc, produced locally in the Santa Ynez valley. Setting was pleasant on the outdoor patio, the music selection a soothing contemporary mix adding to the overall ambiance. Highly recommend.
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KennethS
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a wonderful meal with great service, and the ambience was very pleasant. Hope to return again!
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MilesM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was unique and surprising. Neither my wife nor I had experienced the interesting and nuanced flavors that combined for a concert of enjoyment. Also, each course came with its own perfectly matched wine. It was a delight for the senses, and we will be back in the not-too-distant future to be dazzled again.
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
We had an amazing time Devon was our server. We live in Newport Beach and i did a lot of research for the best restaurant and this was exactly what we were looking for.
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Christopher
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We travel from LA twice a year just to eat here…. Enough said!
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JudyandStanG
Central Coast
216 reviews
vip
5.0
216 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a terrific place! Get the prix fixe dinner. It's wonderful--artful, interesting creative mix of flavors/texture, abundant w/o one feeling stuffed at the end. E.g. perfect. Plus the front patio is charming and quiet...a great place to chat with friends over an amazing meal served perfectly. Bravo
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MariaC
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious & innovative w/ many amazing flavors. Service was fantastic.
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DesireeS
Denver
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely amazing dining experience. From the wine to each and every course, this place was over the top delicious. We did the 5 course tasting, one vegetarian and one not. Both were delicious. The cauliflower course was one of the best things I’ve ever eaten. Service was wonderful as well. We will be back next year!!
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JoffreyW
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great experience when Matt is taking care of you
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
Physical distancing
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

First & Oak at the Mirabelle Inn is rated 4.9 stars by 1081 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for First & Oak at the Mirabelle Inn

409 First St., Solvang, CA 93463

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross street
Corner of First St. and Oak St
Neighborhood
Solvang
Hours of operation
Daily 5:00 pm–8:45 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Californian, Modern European, Contemporary French / American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
We have a lot behind our building or you may simply park on the street.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Javier Ramirez
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.firstandoak.com/
Phone number
(805) 688-1703
Catering
Main Dining Room - Seats up to 36 guests Fireside Room - Seats up to 18 guests Outdoor Patio - good for canapés 40-50 , seats 45 *Off-site Catering, please inquire for details
Private party facilities
We offer off-site catering with our mobile food truck. We can cook any type of cuisine from casual dining fine dining. For onsite catering First and Oak features three separate dining areas: our quaint, outdoor patio, Fireside Room, and Main Dining Room.
Private party contact
Jonathan Rosenson: (805) 688-1703

First & Oak at the Mirabelle Inn

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

3 Course Menu Experience

Christmas Dinner at First & Oak

Chef's Five Course Tasting Menu

Popular dishes

PARISIAN GNOCCHI

TRUFFLE ROASTED CAULIFLOWER

BEEF TENDERLOIN

Menu

FIRST

MUSHROOM SABAYON

SECOND

TRUFFLE ROASTED CAULIFLOWER

RED ENDIVE & GRAPES

THIRD

DIVER'S SCALLOP

PARISIAN GNOCCHI

FOURTH

PAN-SEARED HALIBUT

BEEF TENDERLOIN

FIFTH

CHOCOLATE & HONEY

PASSIONFRUIT TART

What 1,081 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Screening

FAQs

How is First & Oak at the Mirabelle Inn restaurant rated?

Is First & Oak at the Mirabelle Inn currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information