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Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch, Santa Barbara, CA
Award-winning

Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch

4.8
4.8
2658 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
The Stonehouse, located in a beautiful 19th-century citrus packing house, offers an unparalleled dining experience. Guests can unwind in a relaxing lounge with full bar service or enjoy the ambiance of the separate dining room, complete with a crackling fireplace and world-class views. Chef Matthew Johnson creates evocative regional cuisine, utilizing fresh herbs and vegetables from the Ranch’s organic chef’s garden. The Stonehouse boasts the only Grand Award-winning wine program in Central California, ensuring an unparalleled selection of wines to complement your meal. For a unique twist, visit the restaurant's speakeasy for before or after dinner drinks, where you can enjoy expertly crafted cocktails in an intimate, nostalgic setting.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Sat 07:00–09:30 Sun 07:00–09:00 Brunch Sun 10:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00–14:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (805) 565-1720
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Matthew Johnson
  • Private party facilities
    San Ysidro Ranch offers four unique Private Dining Rooms. The Adobe, a historical Landmark, can accommodate 10 guests. The beautiful Wine Cellar Patio can accommodate up to 30 guests. Our spacious Veranda Patio can comfortably seat 50 guests. The Secret Cellar tucked in the Stonehouse's award winning wine cellar offers seating for 14 guests.
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Area
    Santa Barbara
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Sunday Champagne Brunch

    US$125.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Champagne Brunch at The San Ysidro Ranch Every Sunday (10:00AM - 1:30PM) 3 Course Prix Fixe Free-Flowing Beverages: Champagne, Prosecco, Mimosas, Bellinis, & Fresh Juices Live Guitarist on the Garden Patio $125.00 per guest *price subject to change* (tax & gratuity not included, parties of six guests or more are subject to a 20% service charge. No shows and reservations cancelled less than 24 hours before reservation date and time subject to a $75 per person cancellation fee)
    Sunday Champagne Brunch photo

What 2,658 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Best Ambience

  • California Central Coast

    Great for fine wines

  • California Central Coast

    Romantic

  • Santa Barbara

    Best Overall

  • Santa Barbara

    Best Food

  • Santa Barbara

    Best Service

  • Santa Barbara

    Best Ambience

  • Santa Barbara

    Great for brunch

  • Santa Barbara

    Great for fine wines

  • Santa Barbara

    Romantic

  • Santa Barbara

    Great for scenic views

  • Santa Barbara

    Good for special occasions

  • Santa Barbara

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch offers an enchanting dining experience with "picturesque" settings and "world-class" food. Guests rave about the "phenomenal" service and exquisite ambiance, making it ideal for special occasions. The innovative menu and attentive staff ensure a memorable visit, though some note it's "pricey" but "worth every penny."

2,658 Reviews
  1. Richard

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    For a special occasion the SYR never disappoints. Excellent, attentive but reserved service, truly excellent food, gorgeous old school ambience. Can get a bit pricey - but still feels worth it.

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  2. peter

    VIP

    New York City

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had sunday brunch. perfect service snd food. the grounds are exquisite.

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  3. Leslie

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to San Ysidro Ranch for Sunday Brunch. The food was outstanding. You can really tell how much care goes into each dish. The pastries were delicious. The mimosas added to the overall experience. The ambiance and service are what really made our brunch special. Since it was our first time at the Ranch, our fabulous server told us to walk around after our meal and experience the grounds, which are so beautiful. From the chefs garden, citrus trees, and pond, San Ysidro Rancho is a magical place. We will return soon!

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  4. Fernando

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and best service I have had in a long time. Grayson keep up the good work. The grounds were amazingly beautiful. Highly recommend.

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  5. David

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beyond exceptional. Amazing food, amazing service, with table-side smoke-infused cocktails and flambéed courses. And such a beautiful atmosphere! Be sure to arrive before sundown to walk around the grounds and check out the gardens. The indoor-outdoor dining at Stonehouse itself is beautifully decorated with foliage and lights, and they keep it cozy with heat lamps and transparent partitions to block the wind. The mashed potatoes really are as uniquely delicious as the menu suggests. We will definitely be going back to try more dishes.

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  6. Juan

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, Service and Ambience Excellent. A bit pricey.

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  7. Mark

    VIP

    San Diego

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience and restaurant but food was not up to par to most restaurants in this category and especially at these price points. The Korean tacos were excellent, but $30 for three street sized tacos is not based in reality. Anyway, the ambience was amazing and the speak easy with live entertainment was a very nice touch prior to dinner

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  8. Jim

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    What a beautiful setting for such an underwhelming experience. Even with a reservation, the hostess seemed confused on where we should sit. We were sent up the main house and sent back down because there were no tables avaialbe. We were then supposed to sit on patio below the main house, but after a wait escorted to the Veranda. Once seated, it took 15 minutes before someone came by for a drink order. The pours were measely and the food average for such an overpriced menu. The heat lamps are high up in the ceiling and radiated very little heat on a very chilly night. Trying to have a quiet night away from the usual congestion on Coast Village Road was a huge disappointment. It wasn't worth the schlep up the hill. I'll stick with the congestion.

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  9. ShelleyA

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was absolutely perfect! The setting, service, food, etc. Love this beautiful spot

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  10. toni

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A true gem! We are so fortunate to have this world class restaurant in our backyard!

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FAQs

Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch is rated 4.8 stars by 2658 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch

900 San Ysidro Lane, Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Area
    Santa Barbara
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Sat 07:00–09:30 Sun 07:00–09:00 Brunch Sun 10:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00–14:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Matthew Johnson
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (805) 565-1720
  • Private party facilities
    San Ysidro Ranch offers four unique Private Dining Rooms. The Adobe, a historical Landmark, can accommodate 10 guests. The beautiful Wine Cellar Patio can accommodate up to 30 guests. Our spacious Veranda Patio can comfortably seat 50 guests. The Secret Cellar tucked in the Stonehouse's award winning wine cellar offers seating for 14 guests.
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