Mattei's Tavern

Excellent, out-of-the-way restaurant in Los Olivos, not too far away from Solvang and the Firestone Vinyards. The restaurant is a restored old stagecoach stop, tastefully rennovated and with an old world casual bistro type ambience. Bi ... more

Excellent, out-of-the-way restaurant in Los Olivos, not too far away from Solvang and the Firestone Vinyards.
The restaurant is a restored old stagecoach stop, tastefully rennovated and with an old world casual bistro type ambience. Big. Family owned and run. You may frequently see a large grey family cat slinking around in and outside the restaurant, acting like it owns the place.
I consider this restaurant to be the best restaurant within 20 miles of Solvang.
Mattei's serves just about everything from excellent surf and turf dishes, through prime rib, chicken, and standard American food. Good salad bar. Excellent desserts. First rate bar. Outstanding service by people who seem to really enjoy working there.
A classy and casual place to bring a date.



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