Mattei's Tavern

Name: Mattei's Tavern
Address: 2350 Railway Avenue, Los Olivos, CA, United States, 93441
Telephone: (888) 218-4941
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (458)

$50 and over

American

2350 Railway Avenue, Los Olivos, CA 93441

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2 people

Jun 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

The Tavern continues her legacy as Santa Ynez Valley's beloved social hub. This California ranch-inspired restaurant highlights flavorful dishes and honest ingredients, many of which are harvested from Mattei’s on-site garden and surrounding local farms. Paying homage to its century old roots, the menu is elevated yet unfussy, offering grilled dishes and vegetables alongside seasonal specialties. The exceptional wine program is a singular and definitive draw of The Tavern. The comprehensive list features a California focused glass list which is complimented by an extensive cellar of Old World favorites.

For a more relaxed dining experience, join us at the Bar, The Tavern’s most iconic gathering spot. With a roaring fireplace and fixtures dating back to its 1886 origins, the historic bar and lounge space offers local craft beer and wine, amber hued cocktails and a snacks menu that ranges from shareable bites to hearty burger dinners.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Sat 7:00 am–11:00 am Sun 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(888) 218-4941
Website
https://aubergeresorts.com/matteistavern/dine/tavern/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Private party facilities
Please email Events@MatteisTavern.com for details.

Location
2350 Railway Avenue, Los Olivos, CA 93441
Neighborhood
Los Olivos
Cross street
Nojoqui Avenue
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Sunday Brunch Buffet
$65.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us for a bountiful buffet brunch celebrating the richness of flavors from the Central Coast prepared by our very own Executive Chef, Kevin Malone every Sunday in the Tavern from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.

What 458 people are saying

Mattei's Tavern reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

California Central Coast
American
Santa Ynez Valley
Best Overall
Santa Ynez Valley
Best Ambiance
Santa Ynez Valley
Innovative
Santa Ynez Valley
Good for groups
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
Lively
Santa Ynez Valley
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mattei's Tavern offers a "beautiful, rustic" ambiance with "kind staff" and "fresh farm-to-table food." Diners rave about the "amazing service" and "delicious food," particularly highlighting the "divine cherry pate" and "beautiful outdoor setting." Despite occasional service slowdowns, the "friendly" and "attentive" staff create a "wonderful dining experience."

651 Reviews

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Terrance VIP
Chicago / Illinois1 review
2.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Overcooked lamb. Outdoor patio and seats not clean.
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cynthia VIP
Los Angeles10 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great meal in the beautiful garden! The service was exceptionally professional! The food and drinks were top notch! We drove 2 hours to spend the day in Los Olivos and this restaurant was worth the drive! Great for a special occasion too!!
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Brandon VIP
California Central Coast1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is amazing from appetizers to entrees to dessert. Tammy’s service was fantastic and the entire staff is welcoming and works together to make the experience enjoyable. Ambiance is really special. A+ all the way around.
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Karen
California Central Coast3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were celebrating our anniversary and were greeted with a special aperitif. Service was outstanding and the food just as good.
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Mark VIP
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley44 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very nice atmosphere and service top notch. Food is very good.
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timothy
Denver / Colorado1 review
5.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Waiter went above and beyond. Sommelier knew his stuff. Beautiful patio. Delicious food.
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Terri
California Central Coast1 review
3.0
Dined on June 2, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
So, I haven't eaten here in over 20 years. I was celebrating my husband and my anniversary for lunch. I was expecting great service and great food for the prices and for what I had heard from others. First of all when we walked in there was no one to greet us for a few minutes. Just an empty station. Mind you, it was a Monday and not super busy. Once we were sat at a table it took a while for the server to greet us. She was not super present or engaging, but she had a nice smile on her face, it just didn't feel super sincere. We ordered a crudité plater to start and that was the most disappointing part. The veggies looked like they were cut a day or two before. The carrots were dried out, the broccoli was saggy, the bell peppers had a slime on the side where they were sliced, which means they were not cut that day. I was super hungry, and our server never came back until our lunch was served, so I ate it anyway (except the slimy peppers). The bean puree and the cauliflower was really good. Our meals were fine. I had the fried zucchini sandwich which had amazing flavor and delicious bread. My husband got the chicken sandwich which he enjoyed. We waited a while for our check, and then even longer to have it taken to pay. Overall, I would go back, but not in a huge rush to get there.
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Deryl VIP
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley17 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very well done. We did Sunday brunch. I'd go back. I'd like to go for a late lunch after wine tasting.
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Cheryl VIP
Hawaii20 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome as always! Great food and service. The cherry pate is divine!!!
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Jennifer
Detroit / Eastern Michigan2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely meal in a beautiful setting. Service was very friendly and professional.
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Mattei's Tavern is rated 4.7 stars by 458 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Experiences are available.

2350 Railway Avenue, Los Olivos, CA 93441

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Nojoqui Avenue
Neighborhood
Los Olivos
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Sat 7:00 am–11:00 am Sun 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://aubergeresorts.com/matteistavern/dine/tavern/
Phone number
(888) 218-4941
Private party facilities
Please email Events@MatteisTavern.com for details.

Mattei's Tavern

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Sunday Brunch Buffet

Starters

Yogurt Bar

Fresh Seasonal Fruit Salad

The Garden

Crudite

Kale Salad

Farm Salad

Avocado Toast

The Sea

Smoked Salmon

Oysters

Tuna Tartare

Benedicts

Salmon Benedict

Ham Benedict

Brunch

Fried Chicken & Waffles

Blue Corn Pancakes

Soft Scrambled Eggs

Applewood Smoked Bacon

House Breakfast Sausage

Roasted Potatoes

Assorted Breakfast Pastries

Carving Station

Prime Rib

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