Location: Buellton
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Buellton is a small city in Santa Barbara County, California, United States. It is located in the Santa Ynez Valley. The population was 4,828 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Buellton
1. The Creation Station Fabric and Quilt Shop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 19 reviews
100% cotton fabric and flannel. All displayed within an environment of fun and funky displays, reusing anything we can find in a way that just ain't natural people. You really need to see it to believe it. We invite and hope you'll come to see us! You don't have to sew or quilt. You don't even have to buy anything (but we hope you will). We appreciate ALL VISITORS! Hope to see you soon!
Reviewed By nadinemU3699ZW
I am a daily sewer and sell my artistic design weekly. When ever I need a special theme or color the Creation Station Fabric and Quilt Shop always surprises me with the current selection of fabrics and always inspires me. Pleased to have them in my area! Fabric shops are fading away and I want to always support the small shops that are independent and relay upon us to keep on being in business. This shop is fun and owners are kind and happy to assist your fabric needs.
2. Mendenhall's Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By Jim_Abney - Los Angeles, United States
It is no surprise to me that this place has such a high rating. It is only open for tours by reservation, so PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE, give them a call a set up a time to tour this fabulous collection. There is so much to see, it boggles the mind and brings back great memories of your childhood. There were 6 of us that signed up and the tour was private. The guide was the daughter-in-law of Jack Mendenhall, who amassed the collection and she gave us a wonderful tour. She never rushed us and gave us all the time we needed to fully appreciate the collection, while supplying great anecdotes and interesting information. The cost is $15.00 per person and worth every penny. My only regret was that they were out of my size in a souvenir T-Shirt that I had my eye on.
3. PENCE
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 26 reviews
We are a small, artisinal winery specializing in Chardonnay, Rose, Pinot Noir, Syrah and Gamay. We farm organically & produce wines and will be making bread from our own Italian rye. Our winemaker and breadmaker is Sashi Moorman, and we are planting olive trees, stone fruit trees and more. We have chickens and livestock that feed the ranch workers who live on the property.
Reviewed By Wine_Kitten1 - Los Angeles, United States
An ATV ride through the vineyard shows off the landscape. Then, enjoy a private tasting with the excellent Pence staff. Burgundian wine lovers (Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay) this is your spot. Not overly oaked, some fruit without any loss of structure in the pinots. The Unum and Fugio (Estate grown Pinot Noir) show off the winemaker's talent for creating two drastically different expressions of Pinot from such a small parcel of land. Cozy, yet classy ranch vibe. I brought my parents who are new to wine (midwestern folks, visiting) and they loved it as well.
4. DorWood Distillery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
DorWood Distillery is a family owned and operated Small Batch Hand Crafted Spirits distillery specializing in Agave, Whiskey, Vodka, Gin, Limoncello and other unique spirits. Located in the heart of the Santa Barbara Wine Country in Buellton Ca. Open every day except Wed. from 11 AM - 5 PM. "We don't do tasting, We do experiences" So come on by and have your own unique experience in our beautiful Tasting and Cocktail room. Cheers
Reviewed By SFMelMiller
We enjoyed the tasting experience. The server was very friendly and knowledgeable, not only about the tastings but also gave us some pointers about the area. We bought some Gin. It had a unique flavor and was very smooth. Definitely recommend it as a quick and fun thing to do.
5. Buscador Winery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
With a dream to define truth in wine, owner/winemaker Matt Kowalczyk and wife Stephanie Lopez set out to create a unique boutique wine experience built on integrity. Ten years of searching for the best vineyards, working with the best wine makers, practicing innovative wine making techniques, and creating a distinctively different feel has now blossomed into their own winery and tasting room to share with the world. Focusing on bold Bordeaux, Rhone and Burgundian varietals Buscador, meaning "Searcher", is about loving the search and the search is the meaning in wine, in love and in life. Love Your Search.
Reviewed By roxa0218 - Ventura, United States
Great wine tasting room with wonderful wines. Atmosphere is charming and always visit when in Buellton/Santa Ynez.
6. Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co.
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
7. Mosby Winery
8. Alma Rosa Winery and Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Alma Rosa Winery & Vineyards was founded in 2005 by Sta. Rita Hills pioneer winegrower, and Vineyard Hall of Fame inductee, Richard Sanford. Alma Rosa Winery & Vineyards places a focus on cool-climate varietals best suited to the Sta. Rita Hills AVA, chiefly Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, with additional production of Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris. The wines are distinctive, expressive, and are exemplary of the region. Alma Rosa Winery & Vineyards is committed to sustainable agricultural and business practices including organic farming and green building techniques. Alma Rosa's estate vineyards are certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF), and were the first to achieve that recognition in the region. The name Alma Rosa is a tribute to the soul of the original Santa Rosa land grant on which the estate vineyards are planted. We look forward to sharing our wines with you!
Reviewed By StudioCityMark - Los Angeles, United States
Located just off Highway 101 in an industrial area which also houses (literally next door) the Industrial Eats restaurant the Alma Rosa tasting room was nice experience. It has a modern, non bar type of feel to it and families are welcome. We visited on a Friday after lunch and were warmly greeted. It was a very unhurried and great tasting experience. The wines themselves: Outstanding, particularly their Chardonnay varietals. Pretty much everything you'd want in a wne of this type. Their wines aren't necessarily cheap (mostly $35-60.00/bottle) but you get what you pay for. After we had visited several wineries that day and next we decided to join their wine club and visited them again on Saturday afternoon. The experience was nice but harried. They simply didn't have enough staff to really personalize the visit and we felt lucky that we had visited under much calmer circumstances the day before. All in all a great visit.
9. Lafond Winery and Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By danrF4292ZE - Morgan Hill, United States
Take a very pretty drive west from Buellton and go wine tasting at Lafond Winery. We love their Pinot Noir, Sarah, and Chardonnay. They have a great little shop in their tasting room. Their wines prices are very reasonable for the area. Also for a picnic, they have about 10 tables spreadout over a lawn area overlooking their vineyard and hills far off the country road. The people working in the tasting room, are all friendly and knowledgeable.
