Old Fashioned Lounge
Los Olivos
, California
2350 Railway Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441
There are certain places in California wine country where time seems to slow down a little — where the oak trees lean over dusty roads, the vineyards roll quietly across the hills, and the atmosphere feels almost cinematic. The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern in Los Olivos is one of those places. Originally built in the 1800s as a stagecoach stop, the property has been beautifully restored into one of the most refined and intimate wedding destinations in the Santa Ynez Valley.
Couples choosing Mattei’s Tavern are usually drawn to that unique blend of history, elegance, and quiet luxury. It’s tucked into the heart of Los Olivos — surrounded by vineyards, tasting rooms, and rolling countryside — yet it feels like its own private retreat. For weddings here, the experience is less about formality and more about atmosphere: beautiful gardens, candlelight dinners, and a celebration that feels relaxed but deeply intentional.
From a bar and guest experience perspective, Mattei’s Tavern is an incredible setting. The property naturally lends itself to craft cocktails, thoughtful drink menus, and a relaxed flow between ceremony, cocktail hour, and dinner. With the surrounding Santa Ynez Valley wine culture and nearby vineyards like Demetria Estate, Beckmen Vineyards, and Bridlewood Estate Winery, guests already arrive expecting something special — and the bar experience becomes a central part of the evening.
Venue Name
The Inn At Mattei’S Tavern
Region
Venue Type
Luxury Boutique Hotel Wedding Venue
Guest Capacity
Up to 200 guests
Indoor / Outdoor
Both
Venue Website
One of the things that makes Mattei’s Tavern weddings so memorable is the way the venue flows. Guests often move through several different environments throughout the evening — ceremony lawns, garden cocktail spaces, open-air patios, and reception areas that blend indoor and outdoor living.
That movement naturally creates opportunities for thoughtful drink service. A relaxed cocktail hour under the olive trees, a signature drink inspired by Santa Ynez Valley citrus, or an old fashioned served as the sun sets over the vineyards all feel completely at home here.
Because the venue sits right in Los Olivos — just minutes from Ballard Canyon, Foxen Canyon Road, and the rolling vineyards surrounding Solvang and Santa Ynez — couples often like to incorporate local touches into their drink menus. That might mean using local herbs, citrus, or even wines from nearby wineries to create cocktails that feel tied to the region.
The atmosphere at Mattei’s Tavern also leans toward timeless and understated rather than flashy. Clean bar setups, classic glassware, and well-crafted drinks tend to fit the venue beautifully.
Signature cocktail programs
Full bar service
Wine and beer service
Specialty mocktails
Espresso and coffee service
Tailored mobile bar installations
I’m Dave
the owner
I started Old Fashioned Lounge because I love great hospitality and serving people well. Weddings are special, and it’s an honor to be part of them. We’ll show up prepared, work hard, and create a bar experience you’ll remember.
