Ellie's Tap & Vine

4.6 (719)

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

3640 Sagunto St, Santa Ynez, CA 93460-9146

About this restaurant

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Great for fine wines

Welcome to Ellie's Tap & Vine... Join us for seasonal cuisine, elegant ranch ambiance and great wine! We are Valley to Table dining, working with many local farms and purveyors; We look forward to seeing you soon! Our menu changes regularly, so please feel free to visit our website: www.elliestapandvine.com or follow us on IG and/or FB.

Our restaurant is located in the heart of Santa Ynez. We boast amazing outdoor seating with great views and because it is often a little chilly in the evening, we have heaters. We are also dog and cat friendly.

We know re-adjusting to dining out is a strange experience for everyone and we are all slowly returning. For now, we will be suspending lunch service.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Contemporary American, Grill
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(916) 390-3595
Website
http://www.elliestapandvine.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Joy Reinhardt
Catering
On/Off Premise Catering Available.
Private party facilities
Based upon availability. We have a Private Dining Room that can accommodate up to 30 guests or as little as 10. Please contact Owner, Joy, for Reservations and inquiries. Joy@elliestapandvine.com or 916.390.3595

Location
3640 Sagunto St, Santa Ynez, CA 93460-9146
Neighborhood
Santa Ynez Valley
Cross street
Edison St.
Parking details
Parking Lot and Street parking. We are walkable from most local hotels, and directly across the street from the Santa Ynez Inn.
Public transit
None.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Crab Bisque with Heavy Cream and Tomatoes$16.00
Garlic, Shallots, Herbs, and a Little Love
Three Little Pigs$22.00
Prosciutto, Salami, and Pork Meatloaf; Toasted Bread, Pickles & Dijon Mustard
Ahi Tartare Tostada$20.00
Ahi Tuna w/Kimchee, Sesame Seaweed Salad and Thai Cucumbers
Chopped Salad$16.00
Brussels, Radicchio, Romaine, Cranberries, Bacon, Walnuts, and Blue Cheese Dressing
Beet, Orange and Burratta$20.00
Arugula, Pistachios, Olive Oil and Pickled Onions
Beef Tartare$20.00
Filet of Beef, Parmesan, Capers, Tapadero Olive Oil and Mixed Greens
Burratta Bruschetta$18.00
Prosciutto, Stone Fruit & Hot Honey
Spicy Crab Salad$25.00
Mixed Greens, Serrano Peppers, Cilantro and Crab Chips
Wild About Duck Confit$22.00
Duck Confit, Endive, Orange Segments, Pomegranate Seeds, Walnuts, Balsamic Vinaigrette
Devilled Eggs$12.00
With Caviar and Smoked Salmon
Calamari Ceviche$20.00
Lime Juice, Bell Pepper, Red Onion, Cilantro, Serrano Pepper and Tortilla Chips
Tuna Melt$20.00
Baker’s Table Bread, Tuna, Cheddar Cheese and Simple Mixed Greens
Smoked Chicken Salad$18.00
Baby Gems, Smoked Chicken Breast, Red Onion, Orange Segments and Feta
Love You Lox$20.00
Smoked Salmon, Cream Cheese, Red Onion, Dill and Crusty Bread
Lobster Roll$42.00
Lobster, Celery, Mayo, Shallots on a Brioche Roll
Shrimp Bang Bang$20.00
Sweet Chili Sauce, Panko, Green Onion, Old Bay, Cheese and Mayo (Served with Bread)
Liver Pate$16.00
Dijon Mustard, Pickles, Green Apple on Toasted Brioche
The Baker’s Table Bread$6.00
Local Tapadero Ranch Olive Oil or Salted Butter

Entrees

Beef Short Rib$42.00
Slow Cooked Beef Short Rib with Carrots, Celery, Onions over Whipped Potatoes
Pork Osso Bucco$42.00
Braised Pork Shank with Poblano Peppers, Onions, Cumin, Tomatoes over Whipped Potatoes
Crab Cake$32.00
Lump Crab Cake over Sweet Potato Hash with Bacon, Capers, Cream and Spinach
Filet$44.00
Seared Filet of Beef with Wilted Spinach over Whipped Potatoes
Salmon$32.00
Seared Salmon with Spinach and Hot Honey

What 719 people are saying

Ellie's Tap & Vine reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ellie's Tap & Vine offers a delightful dining experience in Santa Ynez, celebrated for its "fantastic atmosphere" and "exceptional service." Chef Joy's "creative and delicious" dishes, such as the crab cakes and beef stroganoff, consistently impress guests. The restaurant boasts a "great wine list" and a cozy ambiance, ensuring a memorable visit.

719 Reviews

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Steven VIP
Los Angeles7 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was great. Not fancy, nice people and good quality food.
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Peter
Los Angeles89 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 7, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The expectations were high because the ratings were. Our taste must be different. The paté was wonderful and an unusual shade of lavender, the duck confit delicious, the deviled eggs a surprise (my wife thought her dead mother was the last person on earth who made them), but the chopped salad tasted exactly like, well... lettuce. I can do that at home. By the time we'd had a few bites (my wife and I shared all four "small plates"), we discovered what we think might have been dressing. Yet the sensation was fleeting. I didn't think there were tariffs on dressing that would cause it to be rationed quite so severely. Then there was the wine. Ellie's list is extensive and at every price point imaginable in Santa Barbara wine country. The bottle we requested? Ç'est n'existe pas. So we ordered a local alternative. Shoulda gone with the European version. If you're a wino... no, sorry, oenophile..., you might choose better (or spend more, if the lie about cost-equals-quality applies). We're not aficionados (except for the 1948 Lafite I received as a gift from a film optical effects studio in 1976), so we may not know what we're talking about. Food we do know about, having been spoiled by a son-in-law who runs two restaurants in New York and was the head chef at one that took the James Beard Award for best new restaurant in New York. So "yes" on the paté and confit and eggs, but forgo the chopped salad. And ask for a wine recommendation; one that won't require robbing the bank on the corner.
Ellie's Tap & VineResponded on May 9, 2025
Hi Peter: Thank you for your thoughtful review. If only you would have asked for more dressing....It would have been a pretty simple fix. Cheers! Joy
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Jeannie VIP
San Diego29 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best dining experiences we have had in a while. We had salmon and crab cake entrees both were amazing. Plenty of food as we took home leftovers. If you’re in the Santa Ynez neighborhood we highly recommend you enjoy a dinner at Ellie’s !
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Steve and Diane VIP
Wisconsin19 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So happy we had the chance to experience Ellie’s. We loved every dish and every story. Thank you!
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Joseph
Baltimore / Maryland4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
"Small plates" are actually quite large. And those we had (spicy crab salad, ahi tostada, and short rib) were quite good!
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Elaine VIP
Los Angeles47 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Delicious food, pleasant surroundings and attentive waitstaff
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Jan VIP
Utah42 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A beautiful little spot in Santa Ynez. The food offerings are wonderful from the chef owner. A very nice wine list to compliment. Great service and ambience.. stop here for lunch or dinner.. you will love it!
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Glenn VIP
Los Angeles76 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
There were only 3 tables with customers. When our server was present, he was friendly and helpful. The problem was he vanished for very long periods of time. The food was very good and well prepared.
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Linda
San Francisco Bay Area13 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
My girlfriends and I had a wonderful experience today at Ellie's Tap and Vine! The food was creative and delicious. The ambiance was lovely although a little dark for daytime. The lunch menu was vast with several additional specials. The fresh lobster roll and crab bisque were both outstanding! I certainly will return soon.🦞🦀
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Norma
San Francisco Bay Area15 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went there with my friend and her daughter to try out the new small plate menu and the $10 wine by the glass. We loved being able to order different items and share. The Chopped Salad, Three Little Pigs and the Burrata and Bruschetta were all amazing. Sitting outside on the patio on a warm evening and running into other friends made for a perfect experience!
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FAQs

Ellie's Tap & Vine offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (916) 390-3595.

Ellie's Tap & Vine is rated 4.6 stars by 719 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

3640 Sagunto St, Santa Ynez, CA 93460-9146

Additional information

Cross street
Edison St.
Neighborhood
Santa Ynez Valley
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Contemporary American, Grill
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking Lot and Street parking. We are walkable from most local hotels, and directly across the street from the Santa Ynez Inn.
Public transit
None.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Joy Reinhardt
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.elliestapandvine.com/
Phone number
(916) 390-3595
Catering
On/Off Premise Catering Available.
Private party facilities
Based upon availability. We have a Private Dining Room that can accommodate up to 30 guests or as little as 10. Please contact Owner, Joy, for Reservations and inquiries. Joy@elliestapandvine.com or 916.390.3595

Ellie's Tap & Vine

About this restaurant

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Ellie's House Made Bread Pudding

Filet

Lobster Roll

Small Plates

Crab Bisque with Heavy Cream and Tomatoes$16.00

Three Little Pigs$22.00

Ahi Tartare Tostada$20.00

Chopped Salad$16.00

Beet, Orange and Burratta$20.00

Beef Tartare$20.00

Burratta Bruschetta$18.00

Spicy Crab Salad$25.00

Wild About Duck Confit$22.00

Devilled Eggs$12.00

Calamari Ceviche$20.00

Tuna Melt$20.00

Smoked Chicken Salad$18.00

Love You Lox$20.00

Lobster Roll$42.00

Shrimp Bang Bang$20.00

Liver Pate$16.00

The Baker’s Table Bread$6.00

Entrees

Beef Short Rib$42.00

Pork Osso Bucco$42.00

Crab Cake$32.00

Filet$44.00

Salmon$32.00

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