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Whiskey 'N Rye, Solvang, CA

Whiskey 'N Rye

4.6
4.6
80 Reviews
$31 to $50
Barbecue
An American Smokehouse and Tavern, Whiskey 'N Rye features a varied menu of barbeque classics along with an eclectic mix of modern wine-country cuisine. Our dining experience focuses heavily on grill and smoke cooking techniques, with several unique signature features including our Hickory Smoked Brisket and Baby Back Ribs, Grilled Romaine Caesar, Smoked Spaghetti Squash, BBQ Chicken, Grilled Flatiron Steak with Chimichurri, and our Whiskey 'N Rye Brisket/Short-rib Burger, just to name a few. Enjoy your meal with our full bar featuring Signature Craft Cocktails, Zero-Proof Elixirs, and more than 60 specialty whiskeys from both local as well as national and international distilleries. With both covered patio and cozy indoor dining areas, Whiskey 'N Rye is the perfect spot to enjoy a relaxed afternoon or evening dining experience. Also visit us for the Best Happy Hour in town hosted Mon. to Thu. from 4:00pm to 5:30pm. Featuring $10 Craft Cocktails and 1/2 priced Appetizers!

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (805) 688-4227
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Catering menus for guest pick-up coming soon!
  • Private party facilities
    Book our Tavern, Patio or both for your next special occasion! Please contact gatherings@whiskeynryebbq.com for your event details.
  • Neighborhood
    Solvang
  • Cross street
    Located just 2 blocks south of Mission Drive at the end of Atterdag Road.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Solvang's Best Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Thu - 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    Solvang's Best Happy Hour happens every Monday through Thursday from 4pm to 5:30pm at Whiskey 'N Rye Smokehouse in the heart of the village. Enjoy 50% all Sharables, $10 Craft and Whiskey Cocktails, and $2-off all Craft Beers and Local Wines.

    Solvang's Best Happy Hour Photo

What 80 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Best Overall

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Best Service

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Best Value

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Good for groups

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Neighborhood gem

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Lively

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Most Booked

80 Reviews
  1. Carol

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food and great service. Will make this a stop when in the Solvang area.

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  2. gabrielleh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    great whiskey selection to try all the brands you haven't been able to before. food is hearty and delicious. we love getting the jalepeño Mac and cheese and paring it with the BBQ sampler trio its delicious!

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  3. RobM

    Philadelphia

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    This was hands-down, the best brisket I’ve ever had. It was done very well, moist, flavorful, and not overdone. We had a good experience. . Wish I had one near me

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  4. AmyJ

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had the best meal ever! Brisket and filet tidbits. Even had the chef visit our table!

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  5. AnnaM

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and atmosphere! Staff is friendly and welcoming!

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  6. AndreaC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time here and we will be back! Loved everything about it! Food was just amazing- every single thing we ordered. Warm and cozy inside and heaters for outside table. Wonderful place!

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  7. GFLinds

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Score! We visit the San Inez Valley every year or so. We were so happy to find this new place. The menu is wonderfully curated, and the elevated approach to each dish is great. I had the brisket chili and the cole slaw - excellent. My husband had a signature burger. Special shout out for the garlic smashed potatoes! We had wine, but watched as the cocktails were being crafted - they looked excellent. We sat at the bar and our server (Taylor) was fantastic. We will be back.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and drinks are amazing, would definitely visit again.

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  9. KaylaP

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a great dinner here for my 30th birthday. Food and service was wonderful! Definitely worth it!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved our experience! Our waitress was awesome and so accommodating. The menu had so many options. Will definitely be back again!

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  11. LUNASTAR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Service was fast, drinks are amazing, the food EXCELLENT!

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  12. Jessica

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Jasmine was very friendly and her recommendations were top tier.

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  13. RachelK

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious bbq! And sides were very good…not just an after thought. Best cole slaw ever. The roasted spaghetti squash was tasty.

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  14. MichelleM

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food! Great service! Will be returning next time!

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  15. LeeO

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    This was our second visit to the restaurant. Bella was our waitress once again. She was wonderful, courteous, and attentive. The restaurant being in a good location away from foot traffic enabled us to relax and visit! The food is tasty and inventive while not being too exotic. I had the chili which was tadty with just the tight amount of spice. My husband repeated his order of BBQ chicken. It was sgain tasty and moist! It is a hidden gem in plain sight!

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Brisket was amazing! service was good. Outdoors was a bit cool but the heaters made it very tolerable.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Attentive staff, tasty food, and decent prices. I’d happily dine here again.

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  18. Dennis

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    mac n cheese and baked beans delicious. port ribs were very, very dry.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The only thing is the bees so sit inside next time. Overall though great place

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  20. JonC

    San Francisco

    16 reviews

    2.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience2
    Anniversary trip to Solvang. Tried Whiskey and Rye… did not have high expectations going to restaurant due to touristy nature. Service was attentive but not friendly. Food was mediocre. BBQ tasted and had texture of leftovers and was luke warm. Dickies does a better job in my opinion. Whisky tasting over-rated… got charged the same amount for younger versions of what they had listed in flight. Mentioned we had an anniversary when I made the reservation but not special attention.

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  21. CANDICEG

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing, the drinks were really good (the Atterdag was refreshing and the best mixed drink we’ve ever had) Rebecca our server was amazing, food not, fresh and quick. And the atmosphere was modern and warm. The fried pickles were crispy and the best we’ve ever had. Lots of “best we’ve ever had” experiences.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great dinner spot in Solvang! Food exceeded our expectations. Good vibes!

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  23. JustinK

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Food was just ok and drinks weren’t very impressive.

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  24. KWWW

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    We always have a great dinner, the service was good, they need to add more heat outside, especially as it gets colder.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing staff and welcoming experience. Delicious food and drinks. 10/10 would recommend and will return.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service! The mashed potatoes is a must!

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  27. PeskyPescetarian

    Los Angeles

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went during Danish Days, and you would expect things would be frenetic. The restaurant, was not. Our server paid great attention to us, just enough to give good service, but not intrusive at all. I was offered two different small sips of the wine I was trying to pair to the Swordfish. I highly recommend the Swordfish. It wasn't blackened in the "Blackened Whitefish" style of New Orleans cooking, more like a grilled fish steak with some extra - unobtrusive - seasoning. It was great. The waffle cut fries were delish. My friend had the Appetizer for two, brisket with the same fries. It was good as well, although I'm not one for goopy fries. Still, the fries were so good I switched my coleslaw to the fries with my swordfish and was very happy. Probably a lot of salt, but hey, you can ignore your Doctor's orders occasionally. But not often. Also - on Yelp,it says no reservations. I was able to make one through OT, without a problem. We were early and got seated right away. Thank you!

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  28. katya4

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was fantastic and the food was excellent. We shared the Dirty Fries and the Beet Salad. So so good!!

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  29. ChrisS

    Orange County

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food. Staff was very friendly and very attentive, but did not hover. We will go there again.

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  30. Ellie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place to eat, right in the heart of sweet Solvang, The brisket was well done, not dry , very tasty.. Good beans, too. Our waitress, Kyle was cheerful, attentive and her service was excellent. We celebrated a family member’s birthday. He could pick his favorite desert and it was delivered with a candle and a flourish.. Also, walking distance to the PCPA. Park your car in one place and enjoy a great meal and a performance.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great time! The food was even better then we remember and our server Kylie (?) was the absolute best!!!!!!!

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Everything was delicious and atmosphere is great to sit outdoors, we went in the summer so it was great!!

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  33. AlanC

    Central Coast

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Well prepared bbq meats with delicious side orders. Heading back ASAP

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  34. Jhenie

    San Francisco

    93 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    93 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is good seated us right away outdoors seating servers very friendly and amicable food are good and fresh Cocktails drink very good and unique lots of parking if in the area will stop by for happy hour

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  35. RobertP

    Central Coast

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely recommend. Sitting outside was fantastic too. Significant portions and excellent food.

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  36. GingerG

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    Brisket, burger, cauliflower very good. Smoked spaghetti squash lackluster.

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  37. JillG

    Milwaukee

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This was a great casual bbq place- good cocktails- liked the options to do a double drink pour. The mains came with sides and we still added the best salad to share. Service was fantastic!

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience5
    The staff was great. Had the combo plate. Ribs were almost perfect, the brisket was dry and the pulled pork was mushy, well over cooked

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  39. mo45

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for a birthday dinner. The food was excellent. The staff were exceptional. You can really tell they love their jobs! We will definitely be back!

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  40. RonM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food, our server Kylie was amazing, all the staff were on top of it.

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FAQs

Whiskey 'N Rye offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (805) 688-4227.

Whiskey 'N Rye is rated 4.6 stars by 80 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Whiskey 'N Rye

442 Atterdag Rd, Solvang, CA 93463-2731

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Located just 2 blocks south of Mission Drive at the end of Atterdag Road.
  • Neighborhood
    Solvang
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (805) 688-4227
  • Catering
    Catering menus for guest pick-up coming soon!
  • Private party facilities
    Book our Tavern, Patio or both for your next special occasion! Please contact gatherings@whiskeynryebbq.com for your event details.
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