Solstice

“I love traveling to find amazing food around the world, and the food from Chef Tim in Big Sur has me coming back for more year after year. The flavors, the local ingredients, the presentation, and the service - all are top notch. Michelin level, IMHO. This place is A VERY good reason to drive from LA or SF. I love their bakery, too. It's a masterpiece. I prefer it to the places like Tartine, Arsicault and Alta Bakery. There is a reason why his sourdough bread sells out every morning before noon. Their bar and interior is stunning. Truly a hidden gem.”

“An incredible venue with amazing food and attentive but unobtrusive staff. We had the four-course option and each was thoughtfully portioned, beautifully plated, original, and of course tasty. Highly recommend. And yes, a disco ball and fireplace.”

“My wife and I visited on a wimm when we were trying to find somewhere to eat dinner. This place was a very pleasant surprise. The menu was very inventive with simple but very good ingredients. Although some of the ingredients I have never seen used before. I had the duck and it was the best duck I have ever eaten. Everything was made to perfection. I would highly recommend this place if you're looking for a great meal.”

“Dinner with a disco flare. Stopped in with an appetite and left happy. Got the Brokow cold smoke avocado, Santa Barbara Lobster, aged duck and candied Big Sur apple dessert with popcorn ice cream. I honestly wasn’t sure about the duck but after some convincing from the server I got it. Unfortunately it actually came out way too rare for me, so they offered to refire it and even replated my food. The experience was wonderful and the cool night air coming in through the window while I enjoyed my seat next to the fire just added the cherry on top for the night. Can’t wait to come back here!”

“We had a truly lovely experience at Solstice - each dish was interesting and approachable, and the presentation was creative without feeling forced. The cooking was skillful while allowing clearly high-quality ingredients to do their thing. Desserts, particularly, were not an after-thought or straight indulgence, but really another course that played with familiar forms to surprise and delight. You can tell that there is real respect for craft, and for guests, at this restaurant. It’s unusual to visit a restaurant operating at this level and price point that doesn’t leave you feeling a little disappointed in one way or another, but Solstice hit it out of the park. I hope they can keep up this level of quality and service when they inevitably start getting some major well-deserved attention!”