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Wine Cask RestaurantvsBouchon
Both restaurants are praised by professionals. On balance, Bouchon is preferred by most reviewers compared to Wine Cask. Bouchon is ranked #2 in Santa Barbara with praise from 6 reviewers like Concierge, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
Wine Cask Restaurant
Concierge
Gayot
Fodor's
Zagat
813 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-2289
From $25/night
Concierge "The menu changes seasonally, depending on what local produce is available. Among appetizers, there's a Hawaiian escolar with avocado, poached watermelon, and yuzu sauce, and a three-cheese tomato tart."
Gayot15.0
"One of Santa Barbara Countyâs most comprehensive wine-and-dine experiences." Full review
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Though Hughes mostly avoids culinary avant-gardism, dishes like a cassoulet âtrioâ --- deconstructed and plated in sections of succulent duck leg confit falling off the bone, braised pork cheek and Farpoint Ranch sausage --- reflect his city upbringing.
Fodor's "A reinvention of a same-named local favorite that closed a few years back, the Wine Cask serves bistro-style meals in a comfortable and classy dining room." Full review
Zagat4.5
"This Santa Barbara Cal “standard” is hailed for its farmer's market ethos and “excellent food and wines” served in a space with a giant fireplace, gold-leaf ceiling and elegant private rooms." Full review
Bouchon Concierge
Frommer's Gayot
Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine
The Infatuation Zagat
9 W Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-3123
From $24/night
Concierge "One meaning of the French word bouchon is wine cork, so it's no surprise that you can sample 40 Central Coast varietals by the glass at this cozy downtown restaurant."
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Ask for a table on the patio or by the glassed-in kitchen, where you can see everything.
Frommer's "This is one of my favorite spots for a romantic dinner or nice evening out with friends." Full review
Gayot15.0
"Santa Barbara and Central Coast cuisine complemented by local wines." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Sample the freshest area produce and meats, including wild boar and colorful local heirloom tomatoes, escargots, pepper-crusted venison." Full review
Afar Magazine "Local ingredients are staples on the menu, and the selection of beer and wine for pairings makes for a delightful culinary experience. " Full review
The Infatuation "Having absolutely nothing to do with the super-fancy and recently-closed restaurant in Beverly Hills, this Bouchon is a super-fancy and very-much-open restaurant in Santa Barbara." Full review
Zagat4.1
"“Wonderful mostly local food and wine” sums up this upscale Santa Barbara spot featuring a seasonal Cal-French menu...the “smallish” surroundings exude “charm” and “warmth " Full review
