Hitching Post-buellton
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Top Sentiments among Hitching Post-buellton Reviewers
Outstanding steak houses
Best dinner house
Big juicy steaks
Pretty rock shrimp
Great meat dishes
Delicious grilled artichoke appetizer
Exceptional filet mignon
Top sirloins
Classic steak house
Best Latino flavor combinations
Customer Reviews (19 reviews)
by tompsonalan at Citysearch
on Citysearch Aug 08, 2011Our service was great and the waiter was adorable. Ambiance was romantic and definitely recommended. For the music,,,I would recommend jazz or house and the people were cool. Portions were good.... (more)
by Dixxeee at Citysearch
on Citysearch Jul 27, 2011After a long day of wine tasting w/ my husband, we decided to try this place out, we were told by the hotel staff that the food was really good, and Sideways was filmed there blah blah blah. So, we walked over to try it out on... (more)
by JonSoleymani at Citysearch
on Citysearch Aug 08, 2010One of the best meals I ever had. An awesome Filet Mignon, amazing fries, great wine, great appetizers (get the Roasted Artichoke!). If you're in Santa Barbara or Solvang, GO HERE!!!! I can't wait to go back... (more)
by Just the facts at Citysearch
on Citysearch Mar 30, 2010My family and i visited this restaurant because the hotel concierge told us it was one of the best steak house in the COUNTRY! yes, that's what he said. There was an event in town and there were tons of tourists... (more)
Mikeh
on Citysearch Jul 17, 2009Last time we went, I ordered a lobster tail. They brought it out, and it looked great, but the waitress said the Chef didn't like the way it cooked up so he was making another one. (It tasted just fine to me!) So we got two... (more)
by LuciMarzola at Menuism
on Citysearch Jun 30, 2008An excellent steakhouse with the added appeal of being a central Sideways location. The steaks are expertl... (more)
chowgal
on Citysearch Apr 26, 2008Love this place! The Hitching Post is always my fave part of visiting SB County. You can ALWAYS count on the best steak you ever had, but don't forget to have the artichokes. I'm addicted to the Magic Dust and buy a few... (more)
kintera
on Citysearch Dec 31, 2007Don't bother making reservations. The food is overrated for its price and the service can sometimes be condescending. My friend and I came ten minutes early for reservations at 8:45 pm. Several parties that came in... (more)
carolatthebeach
on Citysearch Nov 25, 2007The hitching post was a locally known and wildly popular place long before "Sideways", and perhaps in some ways the rush of popularity and fame has made it difficult for the place to maintain the friendliness and... (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Aug 13, 2007<b>The Scene<br></b>Big belt buckles and cowboy hats abound inside this rustic restaurant that's conveniently located just off the highway. The place is packed with folks drawn by the dark, casual interior that... (more)
carrguy
on Citysearch Jul 06, 2007This place has the worst customer service we have ever encountered. The hostess was very rude and made us feel like we were'nt good enough to eat at this place. We were told that we could come in and get a table since it was... (more)
alucas
on Citysearch Jun 03, 2007Unbelievably BAD service. I am a 30 year old, female and self-described foodie. I have never been treated so poorly. I recently relocated to California and ventured to this restaurant with my boyfriend after... (more)
hoyas98
on Citysearch Jun 03, 2007I attempted to have dinner with my girlfriend at Hitching Post on Saturday June 2, 2007. While waiting for our table, we were asked by the bartender to produce identification. After producing valid government... (more)
gcake1105
on Citysearch May 26, 2007Fine dining restaurant prides itself on steak, quail, and chicken dishes. It also specializes in its wine selection as it is in the heart of wine country (Santa Ynez Valley). All entrees come with a large selection of... (more)
ittraveler
on Citysearch Jul 03, 2005I visited the Hitching Post on the 4th of July weekend. The food was good, the steak was great. I highly recommend the 15oz Prime Sirloin, it was a great cut of meat with a very good seasoning. I ordered it Medium Rare and... (more)
gnadbag
on Citysearch Feb 22, 2005Went here over the Presidents Day weekend. Went in on Saturday just before opening time (5 pm) to make a reservation. My options were 10 pm Saturday or 8:30 pm Sunday. We went for Sunday. The shrimp cocktail and salad... (more)
thad anders
on Citysearch Dec 02, 2004Food, service great A liitle noisy though Try their Apple Pie........... tops off the meal (more)
c22forever
on Citysearch Apr 29, 2003The first time I tasted thier filet mignon I almost fainted from pleasure! It's as soft as butter & tastes like heaven. The flavor of the red oak fire compliments everything from the artichoke to the ahi & last but not... (more)
nan
on Citysearch Dec 01, 2002i love eating here-every meal i have had has been exceptional right down to the dessert. the artichoke is a must-i love the grilled turkey dinner- and hands down the best cheesecake i have ever eaten. a great way to end a... (more)