Buellton
Buellton is the practical gateway to Santa Barbara wine country — positioned at the Highway 101/246 junction. Famous for Firestone Walker Brewing and Pea Soup Andersen's, it's becoming a destination in its own right.
Wineries to Visit
Where to Eat
Most exciting casual restaurant in Santa Barbara wine country — flatbreads, charcuterie, and stellar wine list.
World-class craft brewery with food — try the Parabola.
California road trip institution since 1924 — split pea soup in enormous portions.
Wine-focused bistro with natural wine emphasis and outstanding small plates.
Things to Do
- ✓ Firestone Walker Brewing taproom tour and tasting
- ✓ Pea Soup Andersen's for retro California road trip experience
- ✓ Sta. Rita Hills wine road drive (20 min west)
- ✓ Industrial Eats for dinner
- ✓ Los Olivos for afternoon tasting room walk (15 min north)
- ✓ Hans Christian Andersen Park in Solvang (10 min)
Firestone Walker Brewing, Pea Soup Andersen's, Sta. Rita Hills gateway, Industrial Eats
Most comfortable full-service hotel in Buellton — pool, good breakfast.
Clean, reliable, good value — closest chain hotel to the Santa Ynez Valley.
Small motel with Sideways film theme — fun concept and great wine country access.