Dining & Lounge
Explore Santa Maria’s Culinary Wonderland
Experience the rich culinary traditions of the Central Coast at The Historic Santa Maria Inn. From our intimate dining room to lively lounges, our restaurant and bars showcase fresh California wine country cuisine, paired with award-winning regional wines and local craft brews. Enjoy creative dishes, warm hospitality, and a timeless ambiance that has made dining at our historic inn a beloved tradition for generations.
The Century Room
An intimate Santa Maria dining destination, The Century Room serves fresh and imaginative California cuisine for lunch and dinner, with menus inspired by the bounty of the Central Coast. Voted the “Most Romantic Restaurant” by the Santa Maria Sun, it offers an elegant dining room and a charming patio overlooking the Inn’s beautiful fountain courtyard. Guests can also enjoy the best weekend brunch in wine country, served every Saturday and Sunday. With its timeless atmosphere and award-winning appeal, the Century Room is the perfect setting for any occasion.
Hours
- Weekend Brunch Saturdays & Sundays 9 am – 2 pm
- Lunch Served Monday – Friday 11 am – 2 pm
- Dinner Served Monday – Saturday 5 pm – 9 pm
Olde English Tap Room
Built in 1941 and restored to its original congenial atmosphere, the Olde English Tap Room is a quiet spot to sip your favorite drink or some small bites by the warm glow of an inviting fire. Savor a variety of local craft beers on tap in this cozy European atmosphere.
Hours
- Monday-Thursday: 12 pm – 10 pm
- Friday and Saturday: 12 pm – 12 am
- Sunday 10 am – 10 pm
The Barrel Room
Tucked away on the lower level, The Barrel Room offers an intimate, cellar-style retreat for wine and cocktail lovers. This cozy lounge highlights the rich flavors of California’s Central Coast with a curated selection of local wines, premium whiskies, and handcrafted cocktails. Open Thursday through Saturday evenings, The Barrel Room is the perfect place to unwind with a glass in hand, enjoy quiet conversation, and savor the timeless charm of the Inn.
Hours
- Open – Thursday – Saturday nights from 5 pm to close.
- Closed – Sunday – Wednesday.
Santa Maria Style Barbeque
Visiting the Santa Maria Valley is a feast for the senses. Cruise down Broadway on any weekend, and the mouth-watering smell of barbecue will greet you. Barbecue is the authentic taste experience of Santa Maria and a major California attraction. This sumptuous feast of barbecued sirloin, salsa, pinquito beans, toasted French bread, and green salad has been called by Sunset Magazine the “best barbecue in the world.” In fact, Santa Maria is known nationwide as the “Barbecue Capital of the World.”