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Far Western Tavern, Orcutt, CA

Far Western Tavern

4.8
4.8
1189 Reviews
$30 and under
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Welcome to the Far Western Tavern—California ranch cuisine inspired by local traditions.

Our restaurant is recognized as a landmark of Santa Maria Style Barbecue, a renowned regional fare rooted in native ingredients and methods that were first popularized by 19th century rancheros.

Our menu blends this local barbecue style with other dishes that reflect our family’s heritage in the Santa Maria Valley’s Swiss-Italian ranching community, all prepared with fresh flavors from nearby farms, ranches and vineyards.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Barbecue, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (805) 937-2211
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Franklin De La Cruz
  • Catering
    The legendary fare of the Far Western Tavern is always ready to hit the road with our full-service catering operation. Our versatility and expertise ensure that your event will be graced with a meal to remember.<br /><br />Please contact us at (805) 937-2211 to inquire about our catering services.
  • Private party facilities
    Located on the top floor of the Far Western restaurant, our flexible, well-appointed private dining and event space can accommodate from 6 to 200 guests for business meetings, family celebrations or training seminars.
  • Neighborhood
    Orcutt / Santa Maria
  • Cross street
    Pacific Avenue
  • Parking details
    Restaurant lot available along with adjacent street parking.
  • Public transit
    On the Orcutt to Santa Maria Route.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,189 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Best Service

  • California Central Coast

    Best Ambiance

  • California Central Coast

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Far Western Tavern offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent meal and service" in a beautifully decorated setting. Known for its "fabulous food" and attentive staff, the restaurant provides a variety of well-prepared steaks and delicious sides. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and extensive wine menu, making each visit special.

1,189 Reviews
  1. karen

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our service was great and so was the food! Very friendly and helpful staff!!

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  2. Alan

    Central Coast

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Prime rib was delicious, great salad and steak soup. Nice to sit in a booth and have a nice quiet dinner.

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  3. Gloria

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Emmanuel was amazing!! The food was wonderful! It is a beautiful place but way too noisy. Had to yell to catty on a conversation.

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  4. Chris

    VIP

    Central Coast

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit to Far Western Tavern for my wife and I. The Overall ambiance was very amazing, the bar was beautiful and the decorations throughout made you feel like you are in a true old time steakhouse. The service was prompt, Our waiter was so genuine, And the food was absolutely amazing. Coming from the Santa Barbara area, We find that restaurants in our own town are over priced and not so amazing. The Far Western Tavern did not disappoint and for all the food that we got the value was superb. I had the Bullseye steak and my wife had the lobster dinner. Tremendously good side dishes were offered as part of the meal, rather than expensive add ons. If you find yourself in wonderful Old Orcutt in Santa Maria please stop by and visit this place.

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  5. Tom

    Central Coast

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasant experience at Far Western, great service and great food.

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  6. Jeremy

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hands down one of the best Thanksgiving dinners I've had. They did it right.

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  7. Amanda

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I made reservations for Thanksgiving for my senior parents, my sister and her partner. I specifically made the reservation for a few hours earlier than they initially wanted so that they could secure a normal dining table. However, upon arrival, they were sat in a high-top table at the bar, as this was where they could accommodate them. What is the point in making a reservation for a specific section or table-type if the restaurant does not honor your request? Beyond the seating mishap, they reported the food was amazing and the service was great. I just wish my parents didn’t have to spend their Thanksgiving at an uncomfortable and small table that we specifically attempted to avoid.

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  8. Floyd

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is hard to complain about price when everything else was fantastic, by yeah, $75 plus $12 for desert. that is over priced by a lot in this market.

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  9. Lana

    VIP

    San Francisco

    20 reviews

    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Surprised our experience was ok based on reviews and friend recommendations. Service was friendly but painfully slow. A few steaks were requested at medium but came out rare. Baked potatoes on the cold side. Overall, underwhelming and expensive.

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  10. Linda

    Yosemite

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal and service! It’s our “go to” place for a special occasion.

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FAQs

Far Western Tavern is rated 4.8 stars by 1189 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for Far Western Tavern

300 Clark Avenue, Orcutt, CA 93455

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Pacific Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Orcutt / Santa Maria
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Barbecue, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Restaurant lot available along with adjacent street parking.
  • Public transit
    On the Orcutt to Santa Maria Route.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Franklin De La Cruz
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (805) 937-2211
  • Catering
    The legendary fare of the Far Western Tavern is always ready to hit the road with our full-service catering operation. Our versatility and expertise ensure that your event will be graced with a meal to remember.<br /><br />Please contact us at (805) 937-2211 to inquire about our catering services.
  • Private party facilities
    Located on the top floor of the Far Western restaurant, our flexible, well-appointed private dining and event space can accommodate from 6 to 200 guests for business meetings, family celebrations or training seminars.
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