Hitching Post II

Name: Hitching Post II
Address: 406 E. Hwy 246, Buellton, CA, United States, 93427
Telephone: (805) 688-0676
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

4454 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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Here, on the Central Coast of California, BBQ has always meant grilling over an open fire of red oak, a style of cooking that is native to our area and goes back to the days of the Spanish Rancheros. By combining the old and the new, we have created an exciting cuisine with outstanding steaks, ribs and chicken, along with fresh fish and seafood and vegetarian options. We also create our own (world class) wines for sale in the restaurant and to the public. Hartley Ostini Hitching Post Wines have garnered an excellent reputation. Try them here or purchase on our website for your enjoyment at home.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 27, 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

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Takeout

(805) 688-0676

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(805) 688-0676
Website
http://www.hitchingpost2.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Frank Ostini
Catering
We bring our oakwood grill to you with a crew to serve traditional "Santa Maria Style BBQ" or elegant multi course meals with great Santa Barbara wines.
Private party facilities
Very limited private and semi-private opportunities. Please call for details.

Location
406 E. Hwy 246 Buellton, CA 93427
Neighborhood
Buellton
Cross street
Thumbelina
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Roasted Garlic$10.95
Slow roasted to a soft and smooth texture so you can spread it on toast with herbs, roasted peppers, balsamic and olive oil
BBQ Sauteed Mushrooms$10.95
8 oz. of mushrooms, grilled for smoke flavor, then sauteed with red wine and spices makes a rich sauce, served with garlic toast
Stuffed Pasilla Pepper$12.95
A fire roasted chile, mild to medium-hot, stuffed with shrimp and cheese, served with a grilled corn salsa
Grilled Artichoke$12.95
A house specialty and our most popular appetizer. Steamed then grilled for a unique smoke flavor, seasoned with our own Magic Dust and served with a spicy smoked tomato mayonnaise
Steamed Mussels$13.95
Steamed with beer, vegetables and mussel liquor making a wonderful broth worth dipping with toasted garlic bread
Grilled Texas Quail
Naturally grown, this fresh, partially de-boned quail is quickly grilled so it is flavorful & moist, served with Wild Turkey sweet potatoes
- 4-5oz$14.95

Beef from America's Midwest

Filet Mignon
This steak has been our house specialty since 1986. The rarest & most sought after cut. Prized for its fork cutting tenderness, its flavor is enhanced by our oak fired grill
- 5oz$38.95
- 8oz$47.95
- 12oz$60.95
Prime Top Sirloin
A hearty steak from the highest grade of beef, very juicy, with lots of flavor, aged for tenderness, often a meat eater's favorite, and always one of our most popular cuts
- 7oz$32.95
- 10oz$39.95
- 15oz$45.95
Naural New York
The best combination of flavor and fine textured tenderness. Consistant high quality from the midwest, pasture raised, grain finished, no hormones or antibiotics
- 10oz$43.95
- 14oz$54.95
- Soho NY$38.95
Natural Rib Eye
Newport Pride, sourced from the Pacific NW, never ever hormones/antibiotics, grass fed, grain finished, grown naturally at the highest quality to meet our highest standards of taste, flavor, and tenderness
- 12oz$57.95
Angus Rib Chop
The bone-in rib steak cut from the rib roast and cooked slow over the oak. Like no prime rib you've ever eaten. Incredibly flavorful & large enough to share, and a bone to take home
- 24/26oz$75.95

Combinations

Quail (4oz), Duck (7oz) or Shrimp (4oz) Choose one & add a steak:

Top Sirloin (7oz)$43.95
Filet Mignon (5oz)$49.95

Seafood

Tonight's Fresh Fish
The freshest fish available, boneless, and grilled over the oak fire. Your waitperson will offer you tonight's selections (7 oz)
- A.Q.
Grilled White Shrimp
White prawns from the Pacific coast of Mexico, skewered with onion and bell pepper, delicious over the oak grill
- 4oz$28.95
- 8oz$35.95
Australian Lobster Tail$55.95
An 8-10 oz. tail, the meat is removed from its shell, and it is grilled over the open fire, basted with butter and sprinkled with Magic Stuff, giving it a unique flavor, with a moist and succulent texture

Fowl

Grilled Texas Quail
Naturally raised and partially de-boned. Quickly grilled, juicy with lots of smoke flavor
- One$27.95
- Two$38.95
Fresh Natural Chicken Breast
The highest quality from CA, oak grilled, very juicy with gorgeous flavor
- 10oz$28.95
Diestel Turkey Steak
A family-run sustainable ranch since 1949. A steak of white breast NATURAL turkey from Sonora, cold smoked then grilled and served with an apple-red pepper chutney
- 8oz$28.95
Smoked Duck Breast
Cold smoked & oak grilled, slightly pink inside (unless ordered otherwise), served with an apricot ginger sauce
- 7oz$30.95

Pork & Lamb

Natural Pork Baby Back Ribs
No sticky sauce, just the satisfying flavor of oak smoke from our open grill with our Magic Stuff on Idaho's Salmon Creek Farms Natural Pork
- 1 lb$30.95
Natural Smoked Rib of Pork
Smoked and oak grilled, succulent and delicious Salmon Crk. bone-in pork loin served with apple-red pepper chutney
- 7oz (1 Chop)$28.95
- 14oz (2 Chops)$37.95
New Zealand Rack of Lamb
Tender, distinct yet mild flavor, marinated in mild cajun & garlic spices, then grilled
- 10oz$40.95

What 4,454 people are saying

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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BusinessTraveler
Los Angeles
27 reviews
vip
4.0
27 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience3
Wonderful foods and wines, very attentive service- overall a great meal. The pork ribs, filet and garlic spread appetizer were delicious.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always yummy!
CL
ChristineL
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall3food3service4ambience2
Historically a must do, but seems to have changed a bit. Artichoke appetizer was tiny and expensive. Our food was a but over cooked.
B
Baysailor
San Francisco
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience4
A timeless and wonderful place that reflects the best of California ranch cooking.
CL
CaseyL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The steak was cooked to perfection! The blue cheese dressing … superb!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
Sat outside under the large tent. Looks like seats are still social distanced which makes for a less crowded and quieter experience. Overall, food was enjoyed by the entire table.
t
tinad
Orange County
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Hitching Post never disappoints, our New York was amazing cooked to perfection. Only thing I have to say is that I don’t get the raw veggies , that you get complimentary in the beginning , at least serve them with a ranch dressing or something . Wine was great so was the service , we love this place and will continue to come back . Thank you .
SM
ScottM
Central Coast
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
Very tasty…maybe a bit too much salt. Great service. Mostly steaks, some fish and poultry. Great atmosphere inside and outside. Not cheap. Over 100 for both of us. We will go back for sure, just not weekly!
NH
NeilH
Exclusive
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience2
The food we had was good, especially the steak. Good wine choice and enjoyed my flight. Service was efficient but without personality. We felt like a number as opposed to a customer celebrating a birthday.
c
chrissyzav
Los Angeles
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
They really haven’t changed in quality of food for the price and great service. Steak was cooked to perfection and perfectly seasoned. They have a great dinner salad with delicious home made blue cheese dressing and these tasty croutons! The roasted vegetables were just what we needed after a long day of wine tasting. Shrimp was tender and wonderfully seasoned. I highly recommend this place for the nostalgia factor and the great food!
C
Couldbebetter
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall2food2service3ambience2
We were overcharged for meal by $40. Feel the food was overpriced. The filet was very good but side dishes etc left a lot to be desired.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Denver
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
Solid good food to get you by. Nothing fancy. The decor is stuck in the early 90's. Great and empathic service and fantastic wines.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Loved how rustic it is. So fun to be where they filmed that movie - Sideways!
SY
SteveY
Orange County
24 reviews
vip
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall4food5service1ambience3
Great food as always, but our server was weak. He completely ignored us, then tried to give us a lame excuse about how it wasn't really his fault, but ours for ordering steaks cooked "medium". We will definitely return, however, as this was the only time we've ever had poor service.
PB
PatriciaB
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Outside was great but we got into the tail end of a wedding reception. It was loud. But got much better after they all left.
OM
OhanaMama
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wow! I am so glad I looked at reviews on YELP, such a fantastic place and we sat right next to where all of the meats are cooked. It was such a fantastic experience, we had the ONO and it was fabulous. A very large piece of ONO that was cooked to perfection. Can't wait to return to try the steaks, looked fabulous. The chef was so sweet to let us take his photo and the waitress was the best! Excellent meal, excellent service, excellent night!
WC
WilliamC
Los Angeles
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
HP slipping a bit. Steak not up to par. Other small deficiencies noted.
d
duane
San Francisco
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience1
Very expensive for mediocre steak. Go to Flemings for less expensive very high quality steak. Outside dining in a huge circus type tent on a parking lot with no ambiance.
RK
RickK
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Great meal with Great Service, at a very good price. Nicole, our server was fantastic. Great service, good recommendations, super friendly, and very attentive. The Hitching Post should be in your dinner rotation. It's a great place to eat, with great service.
JI
JohnI
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience4
Had the Rib Eye, should have had New York. Rib Eye had WAY TOO MUCH connective tissue. Cut, chew, cut chew, repeat. Service was very good.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience2
Date night - had reservations and the service was very slow. Filet mignon was charcoaled and tough on the edges when I asked for it to be medium well. Not our first time there, so we were disappointed on the experience and what we were expecting.
HP
HPfan
Los Angeles
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
FANTASTIC as always. It had been a many years since I had been, and I was worried it might have declined. No way! Still incredible and classic, with an improved wine list and warm, friendly service. One quibble -- I feel like the interior needs a refresh. Now, I can hear the protests: "It's classic! Don't change a thing!" I agree...and I'm not saying anything needs to change, exactly. Just a re-fresh, knowwutImean? Anyway, go eat there! And pair your meal with the incredible local wines!
NB
NicholeB
Sacramento
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
I did not think I would have to confirm a reservation that I called about in 30 mins. We went to check in to be seated and the front staff said she cancelled my reservation. Not the best welcoming for a special occasion. We it server Jeneive was awesome!
s
shirleyh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The highlight of going to the Hitching post is the fillett, although everything I've tried over the years has been wonderful. Reservations are a must
s
saraj
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience2
Their “outdoor” seating for dinner is non existent. It’s in a fully enclosed large tent on a parking lot, so it’s basically inside. Food is average, no frills American steak house. Overpriced for what it is. Wine list is great and extensive, though our server was not knowledgeable about the wines.
BG
BGTG
Los Angeles
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always have an amazing experience at the Hitching Post!
BR
BobbyR
Los Angeles
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall2food3service3ambience1
No ambiance with minimal, outdated decor. Food was ok with the exception of the mandatory veggie plate (avoid) and bread that tasted like it had been soaking in butter all day. Steak knives need to be replaced as they were dull and sawing through the meat and not spilling your wine was challenging.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great. Place I judge all steak houses against
LS
LenaS
San Diego
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 30, 2022
overall2food3service3ambience1
The outdoor seating was low quality, felt cheap.
RB
RoxanneB
Los Angeles
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Love getting the chance to have their fabulous bbq steak whenever we are in Solvang..the sauteed mushrooms, mussels...all so good and the service e is fantastic. We only eat in the restaurant, have not eaten in the tent in the back
CC
CharlesC
San Francisco
33 reviews
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Definitely a winner! The food keeps getting better, and a Lamb rack is great for two when the wonderful appetizers and added. H-O wine (like the movie Sideways) is always excellent. The selection is large — many more varieties than can be found in the cities — of course the winery is cross the parking lot!
SN
SteveNice20
Los Angeles
18 reviews
vip
3.0
18 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall3food3service1ambience2
I expected a lot more for the prices they were charging. The baked potato was bland, the bread was ok, the vegetable platter was laughable and the service was bad. I wouldn't recommend going to this place unless you can't find any food in Solvang.
T
Travelbabe
Los Angeles
36 reviews
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Service was outstanding! Food also so good but the wines were fantastic. Our waitress, Genevieve, suggestions were perfect. So glad we came a little early.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Great service Anniversary Wish fish and beef and meat were cooked less filet wasn’t medium rare more med I think the fire flame on grill too high? Fish was dry same maybe on grill a min to long?
TD
TheDoctor
Los Angeles
28 reviews
vip
3.0
28 reviews
Dined on May 26, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience2
The fillet was excellent, and the service was good. The mussels were a bit bland, and the wine is overpriced, but a hood selection.
LM
LindaM
Chicago
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 26, 2022
overall2food3service2ambience2
We were 3 couples dining together and asked prior to ordering for 3 checks. Server informed us she could not do separate checks for more than 5 people. We tried to explain that we were 3 couples, 3 checks not 6 checks but she said those were the rules. We would have ordered more if each couple were not cognizant of not over ordering as we had to split the bill. Bad decision on our servers part as she would have made much more in tips.
K
Kellyeobe
Hawaii
28 reviews
vip
2.0
28 reviews
Dined on May 23, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience2
We had a reservation for weeks. I received multiple emails and texts regarding the reservation. We were a few minutes early, but had to stand up and wait for at least 20 minutes. Our waitress was pleasant, but dismissive of requests. My steak-a 5 ounce filet mignon-ordered medium rare was cooked to medium well. We will most likely not go back. Sad, because we used to like this place a lot.
B
Barbara
Los Angeles
63 reviews
vip
5.0
63 reviews
Dined on May 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Great food!! Old- fashioned style and atmosphere
AV
AnnV
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great, simple steak dinner! Perfectly cooked with yummy baked potato. Finished with crime brûlée dessert. Great wine pairing as well.
d
daveron
Los Angeles
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall2food1service4ambience3
Toughest steak ever encountered. at $52. Usually top sirloin is a flavorful steak, with less fat. Not this one. they took it off the bill. The french fries were ordinary, not great like they were. Server was fine.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
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

Hitching Post II offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (805) 688-0676.

Hitching Post II is rated 4.6 stars by 4454 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

Jun 27, 2022

June 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(805) 688-0676

406 E. Hwy 246 Buellton, CA 93427

Additional information

Cross street
Thumbelina
Neighborhood
Buellton
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Frank Ostini
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.hitchingpost2.com/
Phone number
(805) 688-0676
Catering
We bring our oakwood grill to you with a crew to serve traditional "Santa Maria Style BBQ" or elegant multi course meals with great Santa Barbara wines.
Private party facilities
Very limited private and semi-private opportunities. Please call for details.

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Hitching Post II

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

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68 Monterey Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Steak Salad

Filet Mignon

Grilled Artichoke

All Entrees Include

Fresh Vegetable Tray & Toasted Garlic Bread

Your Choice of

Organic Mixed Green Salad

Today's Soup

Shrimp Cocktail

Appetizers

Roasted Garlic$10.95

BBQ Sauteed Mushrooms$10.95

Stuffed Pasilla Pepper$12.95

Grilled Artichoke$12.95

Steamed Mussels$13.95

Grilled Texas Quail

Beef from America's Midwest

Filet Mignon

Prime Top Sirloin

Naural New York

Natural Rib Eye

Angus Rib Chop

Combinations

Top Sirloin (7oz)$43.95

Filet Mignon (5oz)$49.95

Seafood

Tonight's Fresh Fish

Grilled White Shrimp

Australian Lobster Tail$55.95

Fowl

Grilled Texas Quail

Fresh Natural Chicken Breast

Diestel Turkey Steak

Smoked Duck Breast

Pork & Lamb

Natural Pork Baby Back Ribs

Natural Smoked Rib of Pork

New Zealand Rack of Lamb

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