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Far Western Tavern

4.9 (1143)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
300 Clark Avenue, Orcutt, CA 93455

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Far Western Tavern

4.9
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Orcutt / Santa Maria

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for business meals
  • 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
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Barbecue, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Dinner Thu, Sun 17:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
  • 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.
  • Area
    Orcutt / Santa Maria
  • Cross street
    Pacific Avenue
  • Parking Details
    Restaurant lot available along with adjacent street parking.
  • Public transport
    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

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Far Western Tavern.

4.9

4.9
(1143)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Neighbourhood gem

  • California Central Coast

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Far Western Tavern impresses diners with its "amazing food" and "excellent service," creating a memorable dining experience. Standouts include "fork tender filet mignon" and a delightful cocktail program. While some guests noted service delays, the inviting atmosphere and knowledgeable staff, like Yasha, ensure a "great evening" and "exceptional" meals.
1,143 Reviews
  1. David Gold

    California Central Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The steak sandwich , accompanying salad and flourless chocolate cake were very good!

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  2. Deanna

    San Francisco Bay Area14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was a perfect balance of friendliness and service efficiency, only interacting with us when she read the table was ready for the next phase of service, she clearly knew what she as doing. The food was amazing as always!

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  3. George

    Las Vegas9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was excellent! Food was wonderful! very pleased with overall dining experience!

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  4. Denise

    California Central Coast3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed our meal there with another couple and had a very good dining experience. I recommend Far Western Tavern to anyone who wants to enjoy an elevated meal.

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  5. David Gold

    California Central Coast20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Still our restaurant of choice for steak. The filet mignon was fork tender and cooked perfectly. Service was great, as always.

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  6. John

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 18 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great dinner; great waitress, truly great evening!!

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Danny

    California Central Coast4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 17 May 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was very good as well as the pace of the meal.

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  8. Laura

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first visit to Far West Tavern and we had a great experience! We were able to make a reservation so we did not have to wait. The food was exceptional, the atmosphere was inviting, and they seated us right away even on Mother's Day! We will definitely be going back!

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  9. Bill

    California Central Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 10 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really good, everything was exceptional from food to the service, just a little noisy

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  10. Jeanie

    California Central Coast2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 25 April 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    My steak was rare when I asked for med. Well. My dessert was Kreme brulee and it was burnt. The pastry chef refused to make me another one. So the server made it for me. And Comped my dessert which was very sweet. Great service!!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Barbecue, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Dinner Thu, Sun 17:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
  • 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.
  • Area
    Orcutt / Santa Maria
  • Cross street
    Pacific Avenue
  • Parking Details
    Restaurant lot available along with adjacent street parking.
  • Public transport
    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
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. California Central Coast
  4. Santa Maria Valley
  5. Orcutt / Santa Maria

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A photo of Far Western Tavern restaurant

Far Western Tavern

4.9
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Orcutt / Santa Maria

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
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