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The Hitching Post II Restaurant Review

406 E. Hwy. 246 Send to Phone
BuelltonCA 93427
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A bastion of oakwood-fired barbecue, grilled artichokes, fresh fish, seasonal game---and own-label Pinot Noirs. The Hitching Post II Restaurant is one of our 2012 | Top 10 Santa Barbara Steakhouse Restaurants | Top 10 Santa Barbara Wine List Restaurants |

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Prime beef is king at this Santa Ynez Valley barbecue joint, which means filet mignon, New York and top sirloin cooked over an open oakwood fire. To-go-withs include a shrimp cocktail, green salad, garlic bread, terrific french fries, a relish tray (remember those?) and, this being California, a bowl of salsa. Chef-owner-vintner Frank Ostini also features seasonal favorites like fresh salmon and tilapia, smoked duck, ostrich and seasonal game, as well as savory grilled artichokes for dipping in roasted ancho pepper mayo. Ask for one of the chef’s own handcrafted bottles of Pinot Noir to accompany dinner. This is wine country, after all. And if you’re the designated driver, you get a reward: a complimentary artichoke or mushroom appetizer and non-alcoholic beverages.

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