Montecito Wine Bistro

Name: Montecito Wine Bistro
Address: 516 San Ysidro Road, Montecito, CA, United States, 93108
Telephone: (805) 969-7520
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.3

4.3

394 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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The Montecito Wine Bistro is a casual family oriented California neighborhood bistro featuring 3 outdoor patios, outdoor firelace, and full bar with a diverse wine list. With dishes focused on local farms, seafoods and all natural meats, the Wine Bistro offers a diverse selection including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Californian
Hours of operation
Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–7:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(805) 969-7520
Website
http://www.winebistromenus.online/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Montecito Wine Bistro offers serveral areas to host your event from private dinners, wedding receptions, anniversaries, birthdays and holiday celebrations, as well as corporate luncheons and dinners. Our staff will assist you every step of the way through the planning process providing advice and options to create a memorable event. Personalized menus, vegetarian requests are welcome. Our extensive wine list features the wines of Santa Barbara Winery, Lafond Winery, as well as wines from around the world. Full Bar. We offer indoor and outdoor seating, including two cozy fireplaces. We offer warm attentive service. A credit card hold is required for groups of ten or more.
Private party contact
Darren McClain: (805) 969-7520

Location
516 San Ysidro Road, Montecito, CA 93108
Neighborhood
Montecito
Cross street
East Valley Road & San Ysidro Rd.
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Vegetarian French Onion Soup
Gruyere, Croutons, finished in our wood-fired oven
Spinach and Broccoli Soup
Organic Vegetable Purée
Ahi Bites
Tempura Rice Cake, #1 Ahi, Tobiko, Sprouts, Ponzu and Sriracha Aioli
Chips & Guacamole
Fresh Corn Tortilla Chips, Guacamole and Pico de Gallo
Bistro Greens Salad
Mixed Greens, Carrots, Radishes, Sunflower Seeds and Sherry Vinaigrette, Romaine Hearts, Roasted Peppers, Anchovies, Grana Padano and Caesar Dressing
Butter Lettuce Salad
Butter Lettuce with Pears, Blue Cheese, Candied Walnuts and Blue Cheese Dressing
Caesar Salad
Romaine Hearts, fresh Grana Padano, Roasted Peppers and Anchovies
Caprese Salad
Heirloom Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Balsamic, Olive Oil, Maldon Salt

Entrees

Filet Mignon
8 ounce Filet, Mashed Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Roasted Demi-Glace
Salmon Piccata
6 ounce Scottish Salmon Filet with Lemon Caper Sauce, Mashed Potatoes and Sautéed Vegetables
Chicken Cacciatore
All Natural Chicken with Tomatoes, Mushroom, Garlic, Kalamata Olives and Mixed Farm Vegetables
Ahi Bowl
6 ounces Seared Ahi, Sprouts, Cucumber, Sliced Ginger, Carrots, Avocado, Radish, Tobiko, Ponzu, and Miso Ginger Dressing
Salmon Bowl
6 ounces Salmon, Avocado, Sprouts, Carrot, Water Chestnuts, Cucumber, Onion, Sweet Chili Sauce, Sesame Seeds
Western Bowl
8 ounces Filet, Roasted Potatoes, Sautéed Asparagus Sautéed Pepper, Onion, Avocado, and Horseradish Dressing
Steak Tacos
Anaheim Chili and Steak, Sautéed Peppers & Onions, and Cheese Wrapped in Corn Tortillas with Guacamole, Pico de Gallo, Rice and Beans
Fajitas Platter
Choice of Steak, Shrimp or Chicken with Tortillas, Guacamole, Pico de Gallo, Rice and Beans
Baja Fish Tacos
Grilled Salmon or Shrimp, Avocado Salsa, Spicy Cole Slaw. Served a la carte or as entree with Guacamole, Pico de Gallo, Rice, Beans
Rigatoni Bolognese
Marinara with Wagyu Beef, Grana Padano, and Rigatoni Pasta

Pizzas & Burgers

Wagyu Burger
Caramelized Onions, Cheddar, Roasted Garlic Aioli, on a Portuguese Bun
Housemade Veggie Burger
Cheddar Cheese, Roasted Garlic Aioli, Sprouts, Heirloom Tomato on a House Burger Bun
Margherita Pizza
Fresh Tomato, Basil, Marinara and Fresh Mozzarella
Pepperoni Pizza
All Natural Pepperoni, Mozzarella, Marinara, Grana Padano

What 394 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3

4.3 based on all time ratings

4.2Food
4.3Service
4.2Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

394 Reviews

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elosb
Central Coast
51 reviews
vip
5.0
51 reviews
Dined on July 13, 2021
overall5food4service5ambience5
Its pretty expensive, but overall good.
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OpenTable Diner
Central Coast
29 reviews
vip
2.0
29 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2021
overall2food4service2ambience2
Not what it used to be… The food is the same, but the service and ambiance isn’t what it was pre Covid. Music out of context of the setting and the service was lacking despite a low turnout.
1 person found this helpful
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SharonD
Chicago
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 7, 2021
overall3food3service4ambience3
Ahi tuna bites were fantastic.
1 person found this helpful
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SusanG
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2021
overall4food4service5ambience5
A great place to spend an evening with lots of talking while our stomachs get happier and happier! A good community restaurant.
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Piccolo
Baja California Sur
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 1, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Anniversary
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Bennett1111
Hawaii
11 reviews
vip
1.0
11 reviews
Dined on June 1, 2021
overall1food1service1ambience1
Terrible!!! Three inexperienced children were in charge. It seemed as if no one had been trained. The “C” team was working on Memorial Day. We were ignored through the whole experience. The restaurant was empty and our food server was never there. After 20 minutes of her passing us by I finally asked our host if we could get some water. Then she greeted us. She took our beverage order and 15 minutes later came back with our sparkling water. She took our food order and never came back. Our food was delivered and 30 minutes later we had to ask the other employee walking around for our check. Our table was filled with dirty plates and we were alone on the patio surrounded by dirty plate filled empty tables... The food was so boring and bland and either overcooked or undercooked that our party just wanted to get out of there. Never again. There are so many amazing places to eat in Montecito and Santa Barbara and this is by far the most disappointing!
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Mellany
East Texas
36 reviews
vip
3.0
36 reviews
Dined on May 26, 2021
overall3food3service3ambience4
Everything was just average. Considering wine Bistro was in the name they did not have a huge selection of wine. The food was OK nothing spectacular. The ambience was nice but a little too warm as all of the heaters were on in the room and a fireplace. We wished we had sat outside.
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KarenW
Vancouver
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 16, 2021
overall3food2service3ambience2
The special risotto was not very good
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None
Los Angeles
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2021
overall1food1service1ambience1
Mediocre food. Bad service. ambiance bad and dark. Overall bad.
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Pharc
Central Coast
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great!! Still not back to it’s pre-Covid ambiance but I am sure it is just a matter of time...
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sarahb
Central Coast
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful little gem in Montecito
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JohnC
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 18, 2021
overall5food4service5ambience5
Good food. Attentive service. Beautiful location!
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deborah
San Francisco
44 reviews
vip
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful, calm, outdoor seating. Very enjoyable. Food has, and continues to be, delicious and the service is impeccable.
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LizMck
San Francisco
101 reviews
vip
1.0
101 reviews
Dined on April 10, 2021
overall1food4service3ambience1
ugh this place was a huge disappointment. the facility is just filthy. the patio walls and awnings haven't been cleaned in years. the food was OK but i was so upset with how dirty the place was that i could not enjoy the meal.
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TraceeZ
Cleveland
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience5
Wonderful Friendsgiving away from home with friends ❤️🤎✔️🦃
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donny
Central Coast
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful place to have a Thanksgiving Dinner! We spent a beautiful day in Santa Barbara, and capped it off at Montecito Wine Bistro. Our thanks to the staff and Teresa S. who made it all happen.
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Pretzie
Los Angeles
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience2
Staff was very accommodating, food was very good but we could not sit where we usually do because of a table full of yelling children whose adults did not think it was necessary to be considerate of others.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and reasonable prices.
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DDDDJJJ
Central Coast
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service. Ambiance on the outside patio was very inviting.
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KurtLA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 11, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
I live in LA and this was my second time being to MWB in the past 30 days. the best compliment that I can level at the place is that it feels normal - like there is no global meltdown happening just outside. good variety of food, everything I have had from salmon to pasta to pizza has been solid. everything is fairly priced esp considering the area. the outside areas esp in the back are beautiful. attention to detail is everywhere. excellent bar and again fair prices. they have a bottle of SBW (same family owns it) pinot for the low $30s that is more than drinkable. this place along with Via Maestra 42 and the little kitchen and of course super rica are my go to's. This is a professional operation, the staff is attentive and normal acting. I can easily recommend this place to anyone, its that good. the winery on santa rosa road is also a very nice place to forget how horrible a year this has been. be safe and enjoy!
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DonH
Los Angeles
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service. Always a pleasure.
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Ronaldo
San Francisco
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nice to go to a good restaurant with excellent food during this strange period of time
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Marsha
Central Coast
207 reviews
vip
3.0
207 reviews
Dined on August 10, 2020
overall3food3service2ambience4
We gave up on ordering our entrees due to having to wait so long after our drinks. The bread was pizza dough and they only offer wedge cut potatoes for French fries. There was a time when they had great bread and great French fries that were thin cut and crisp. We probably won't return even though it is in our neighborhood and convenient unless we hear the chef has changed.
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Smooth01
San Francisco
23 reviews
vip
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on July 4, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience4
Montecito Wine Bistro was lovely. We had a nice table under the trees. The salmon was wonderful. Highly recommend.
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Shauna
San Diego
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on July 3, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place! Good Covid-19 protocols in place!
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sonisf
San Francisco
39 reviews
vip
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, a great experience. Food was great and LOVED our server...I wish I remembered her name but she was so attentive and so sweet!
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OpenTable Diner
Central Coast
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on February 29, 2020
overall4food3service5ambience4
We ordered the Augie bowl Unfortunately the Tuna was slightly ripe. The chef and server was completely accommodating and changed out our dishes for something else. They offered us dessert but we were so full we passed. They did the right thing. Five stars for that.
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AllisonJ
San Francisco
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall4food5service1ambience4
We sat out on the patio. The food was great and the ambiance was nice. However, our server, (a 30 something guy of possibly hispanic origin with almost shaved head if management cares), has been there for a LONG time because he's waited on us many times, had a really bad demeanor and could have CARED LESS about our table. He took our order and that was about it until he brought the check. The rest of the wait staff had to cover for him. It was REALLY rude and he was rude, it was almost as if he was mad we were there. Could not even bring himself to smile, just a scowl the entire night.
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RGCDCC
Central Coast
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Interesting venue where we sat in front of the exposed kitchen. Basically able to watch the kitchen do it’s thing. Service was good. We ordered some drinks and enjoyed their bread which was quite good. Wife had a very delicious lemon cream ravioli and I had an interesting roasted Pasilla & mushroom pizza. It had honey which was fine but I think the mushrooms or the carmelized onions made it really soggy. Still good but not a great textural experience. All in all we enjoyed the lovely experience. Love the location.
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Edie
Central Coast
96 reviews
vip
4.0
96 reviews
Dined on February 10, 2020
overall4food3service4ambience5
The restaurant has a wonderful ambience both inside and out. I had the chicken sandwich. It was tasty. A bit messy to hold. So, I won’t order it again. Our server was pretty basic. Took our order. Answered our questions. No one I could personally recommend. Felt rushed to order, eat and leave although 90% of the restaurant was empty at noon.
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Isabella101
Central Coast
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 23, 2020
overall4food4service3ambience4
We loved sitting near the fireplace for dinner. The food was very good - especially the vegetable Ramen soup was very delicious. Service was fine. Wines were affordable and good.
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Seasons52IsAllBusiness
Phoenix
203 reviews
vip
4.0
203 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Good food and good service and reasonable considering the location
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stevennchb
Los Angeles
71 reviews
vip
3.0
71 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2020
overall3food3service3ambience3
Definitely between good and very good.
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LoisP
Central Coast
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2020
overall3food3service2ambience3
Unfortunately we had a very negative dining experience. We have been dining here for many years and we were definitely caught by surprise. I had to ask for a champagne flute for my champagne (it was served in a large wine glass), the soup was watered down, cold and served in sloppy messy bowl, both halibut entrees were not properly cooked, three of the four empty dining plates were cleared while one guest was still eating, the latte didn’t taste like coffee, we were charged for two extra coffees (they were subsequently taken off of the bill) and we just didn’t have the warm, relaxing and great service experiences that we have had in the past.
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Marsha
Central Coast
207 reviews
vip
4.0
207 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Since they got a new chef, this place has greatly improved. We enjoy sitting by the fireplace in the patio room, the service is quite good, and the food now is very good.
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OpenTable Diner
Central Coast
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2020
overall2food3service3ambience2
Disappointing. It was a cold January night and the only two cozy tables next to the fire place were already taken. The other tables near the front door had a draft so we asked for a seat in the back next to the open kitchen. This gave us a clear view of how things were being operated: friendly staff but seemed inexperienced. Kitchen had a hard time keeping up with the orders even though the restaurant was half full. I had a lovely salmon starter, the halibut entree was overcooked and dry. They did apologize and make up for it after I pointed this out. All in all not the experience I anticipated.
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Frequentdiner
Central Coast
106 reviews
vip
4.0
106 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience5
The dinner was really good- I had the artichoke soup which was delicious and The bolognese which was also tasty. It’s a wonderful cozy ambiance and our server was great- will def comeback!!
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ErinA
New Mexico
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2020
overall3food3service4ambience4
We sat on the patio, which was very pleasant, and our server was very kind and attentive. The menu, however, is pretty uninspiring and the food was so-what: a boring Caesar salad, uninspired appetizer of squash and burrata that *should* have been great, but wasn't (and included little slimy leaves amongst the rest of bag arugula). Ravioli drowned in mediocre sauce. Fairly expensive, even for Santa Barbara, even if the food had been really good. Way overpriced for what we got.
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SherryB
Los Angeles
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Impromptu Friday PM dinner when traveling - we happened to find this place online and are so glad we did!! Lovely quiet room with a fire going, delicious food and many options. Tasty glass of Pinot Gris which I don’t often find by the glass - made me very happy! Highly recommended!!
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OpenTable Diner
Central Coast
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2020
overall3food3service5ambience4
Service was great. Staff is very friendly. Food is so-so.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Montecito Wine Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (805) 969-7520.

Montecito Wine Bistro is rated 4.3 stars by 394 OpenTable diners.

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516 San Ysidro Road, Montecito, CA 93108

Additional information

Cross street
East Valley Road & San Ysidro Rd.
Neighborhood
Montecito
Hours of operation
Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–7:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Californian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.winebistromenus.online/
Phone number
(805) 969-7520
Private party facilities
Montecito Wine Bistro offers serveral areas to host your event from private dinners, wedding receptions, anniversaries, birthdays and holiday celebrations, as well as corporate luncheons and dinners. Our staff will assist you every step of the way through the planning process providing advice and options to create a memorable event. Personalized menus, vegetarian requests are welcome. Our extensive wine list features the wines of Santa Barbara Winery, Lafond Winery, as well as wines from around the world. Full Bar. We offer indoor and outdoor seating, including two cozy fireplaces. We offer warm attentive service. A credit card hold is required for groups of ten or more.
Private party contact
Darren McClain: (805) 969-7520

Montecito Wine Bistro

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Additional information

Starters & Salads

Vegetarian French Onion Soup

Spinach and Broccoli Soup

Ahi Bites

Chips & Guacamole

Bistro Greens Salad

Butter Lettuce Salad

Caesar Salad

Caprese Salad

Entrees

Filet Mignon

Salmon Piccata

Chicken Cacciatore

Ahi Bowl

Salmon Bowl

Western Bowl

Steak Tacos

Fajitas Platter

Baja Fish Tacos

Rigatoni Bolognese

Pizzas & Burgers

Wagyu Burger

Housemade Veggie Burger

Margherita Pizza

Pepperoni Pizza

Overall ratings and reviews

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

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How is Montecito Wine Bistro restaurant rated?

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