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SY Kitchen, Santa Ynez, CA
SY Kitchen, Santa Ynez, CA
SY Kitchen, Santa Ynez, CA
SY Kitchen, Santa Ynez, CA
SY Kitchen, Santa Ynez, CA

SY Kitchen

4.9 (3967)
$31 to $50
Italian
1110 Faraday St., Santa Ynez, CA 93460

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
RESERVATIONS



Reservations for parties of 5 or more please call restaurant directly.

S. Y. Kitchen requests a credit card to hold a reservation of 6 or more. You may cancel by calling the restaurant by 5 PM two days prior to the reservation. After that cancellation is subject to our policy and fees may be incurred. All credit card information will be processed securely.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (805) 691-9794
  • Website
    http://www.sykitchen.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Luca Crestanelli
  • Catering
    S.Y. Kitchen is currently not offering off-site custom catering.
  • Private party facilities
    For parties of 10 or more, contact Heather at events@sykitchen.com for information and menu planning.
  • Location
    1110 Faraday St., Santa Ynez, CA 93460
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Ynez Valley
  • Cross street
    Sagunto St
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

SY Kitchen's menu was last updated on 7/7/2024.

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What 3,967 people are saying

SY Kitchen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Best Service

  • California Central Coast

    Italian

  • California Central Coast

    Most Booked

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Best Overall

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Best Food

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Best Service

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Best Ambiance

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Best Value

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Innovative

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Good for groups

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Neighborhood gem

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Romantic

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Good for special occasions

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Lively

  • Santa Ynez Valley

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
SY Kitchen offers a consistently delightful dining experience with "exceptional food and service." Patrons rave about the "amazing mushroom pappardelle" and "delicious truffle sliders." The ambiance is "cozy and welcoming," making it a "must-visit" in Santa Ynez. Perfect for special occasions or a casual night out.
3,967 Reviews

  1. Kathy

    Charlotte6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! The food was excellent. We loved the roasted olives, cauliflower and mushroom pappardelle. The halibut was also wonderful. We loved the cocktails and the Panna cotta for dessert was the perfect ending. The atmosphere was relaxing and I would highly recommend visiting this restaurant. I wish we lived closer.

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  2. Mark VIP

    Tahoe11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite restaurants of all time! Just so consistent and awesome all around! Well done!

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  3. Tom

    Seattle6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food and service. Always a delight and a must when we come to visit SY wine country.

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  4. Edith

    Dallas10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best meals we’ve eaten in a restaurant in a long time. From the grilled, marinated olives and special cocktails to our pistachio crème brûlée for dessert, the food was outstanding. We sat outside so the quiet was welcome on a busy Mother’s Day. Service was friendly, efficient and timely. Overall, a very positive dining experience. It’s a bit pricey but definitely worth it, especially if it’s a special occasion.

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  5. Rob VIP

    San Francisco10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food but they need to work on timing of dishes. Our bread appetizer didn’t come out until AFTER we already had our main entree.

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  6. Stephen

    Los Angeles14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always. Service is outstanding as is the food and atmosphere.

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  7. Audrey

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and entire experience was beyond expectations. Thank you for an absolutely perfect evening.

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  8. Laura

    Central Coast10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food that hits the Cal-Italian cravings just right. We enjoyed the fresh halibut special, grilled chicken and a perfect-for-spring beet salad. The panna cotta was a perfect ending. High ratings for the cucumber martini and local wine selections by the glass as well.

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  9. kristen VIP

    Los Angeles17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is consistently delicious and fresh. We had a lovely dinner. Can’t wait to return again!

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  10. Joey

    Denver1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, staff and area! I would highly recommend.

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FAQs

SY Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (805) 691-9794.

SY Kitchen is rated 4.9 stars by 3967 OpenTable diners.

SY Kitchen does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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Booked 35 times today
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1110 Faraday St., Santa Ynez, CA 93460

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Sagunto St
  • Neighborhood
    Santa Ynez Valley
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Luca Crestanelli
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.sykitchen.com/
  • Phone number
    (805) 691-9794
  • Catering
    S.Y. Kitchen is currently not offering off-site custom catering.
  • Private party facilities
    For parties of 10 or more, contact Heather at events@sykitchen.com for information and menu planning.

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