Mad & Vin Menu
Welcome to Mad & Vin, where New American cuisine meets an inviting cocktail bar ambiance in the heart of Solvang. This trendy yet intimate venue offers a delightful assortment of dishes designed for every palate, including pescatarian, vegan, and vegetarian options, ensuring everyone feels at home.
Mad & Vin is all about inclusivity and convenience. With features like outdoor seating, ADA-compliant facilities, and a friendly atmosphere, it’s perfect for families, groups, and even your furry friends. Reservations are available, but walk-ins are always welcome!
Don't miss their Happy Hour specials on the best nights—Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday. Indulge in expertly crafted cocktails and a full wine selection while enjoying the casual yet classy décor. Whether you're dining indoors or under the stars, the experience is enhanced by attentive service, free Wi-Fi, and the option for private dining. Get ready to savor the flavors of Mad & Vin, where every meal is a celebration!
Starters
Caramelized Brussel Sprouts
Bourbon maple syrup. creme fraiche. preserved lemon. prosciutto
Calamari
Golden fried, lemon, peppers, sweet onions
Castelvetrano Olives Spiced Nuts
Sweet herbmarinated olives, spiced marcona almonds and filberts
Macaroni Cheese Croquettes
Panko coated, golden fried, parmesan, calabrian pepper marinara
Ceviche
Citruscured local fish, avocado, red onions, tomato, cilantro, housemade hot sauce
Jumbo Lump Crab Cake
Tomato preserve, local little gem wedge, smoky blue cheese, lime
Charcuterie Cheese Board
Chefs selection of two cured meats, two cheeses, accompaniments
Market Soup
Made fresh daily
Farmer Salad
Rotating selection of local market bounty
Buckwheat Noodle Salad
Noodles, local lettuce, cherry tomatoes, avocado, burrata, radish, meyer lemon vinaigrette
Nordic Caesar
Sauteed garlic shrimp, local gem hearts, piave, fried sourdough croutons, dillcaraway caesar dressing
Soup Salad
Entrees
Santa Ynez Burger
Dry aged ribeye patty. husk tomato jam bacon. arugula, pickles, duck fat fries
Roasted Vegetable Skillet
Seasonal vegetables, local potatoes, grilled avocado, green harissa
Fresh Pasta
Tagliatelle, local mushrooms. swiss chard. garlic, cream, ricotta salata
Roasted Chicken Skillet
Herbmarinated freerange chicken, chorizo whipped potatoes, sauteed spinach. preserved lemon
Short Rib Skillet
Braised beef rib, wine gravy, fried fingerlings, burrata, arugula
Pan Roasted Fresh Fish
Skilletcharred fish, creme fraiche whipped potatoes, seasonal vegetable relish, green goddess
Seafood Hot Pot
Pacific white shrimp, clams, scallops, linguica sausage, saffron broth
Flat Iron Steak
8 ounce prime, herb butter, local greens. duck fat fries
Grilled Lamb Chops
Lamb rack, vegetable and potato hash, mint chimichurri, bread crumbs
Grilled Filet Mignon
8 ounce tenderloin, roasted local mushrooms, lemon arancini, balsamic red wine sauce
Avocado Toast
2 poached farm fresh eggs, local sourdough, avocado, arugula, sesame seeds
Meat Potatoes
Two farm fresh eggs, applewood bacon, crispy potatoes, choice of toast
Chorizo Breakfast Burrito
Scrambled farm fresh eggs, chorizo, potatoes, tomato, avocado crema, roasted tomatillo
California Benedict
Two poached farm fresh eggs, applewood bacon, tomato, avocado, hollandaise, english muffin, duck fat fries
Eggs
Salads
Buckwheat Noodle Salad
Noodles, local lettuce, cherry tomatoes, avocado, burrata, radish, meyer lemon vinaigrette
Steak Salad
Grilled steak bites, baby spinach, arugula, tomato confit, crispy shallots, ricotta salata
Nordic Caesar
Sauteed garlic shrimp, local gem hearts, piave, fried sourdough croutons, dillcaraway caesar dressing
Brioche French Toast
Bourbon butterscotch, fresh berries, housemade whipped cream, applewood bacon
Short Rib Grilled Cheese
Braised short rib, havarti, fontina, gruyere, calabrian peppers, arugula salad
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Buttermilk crispy chicken, spicy truffle aioli. dill pickles, napa cabbage slaw, duck fat fries
Fish Chips
Local fresh fish, beer battered, golden fried, duck fat fries
Santa Ynez Burger
Wagyu beef, husk tomato jam, bacon, arugula, pickles, duck fat fries
Plates
Sides
Greek Yogurt
Applewood Bacon
Duck Fat Fries
Two Eggs Any Style
HouseMade Granola
Seasonal Fruit
Mimosa
Local sparkling, orange juice
Bloody Mary
Vodka, housemade mix, all the fixings
Mad Vin Gimlet
Vodka, grapefruit bitters, lime, basil
Aperol Spritz
Aperol, prosecco, orange slice
Cherry Blossom
Vodka, st. Germain, cherry, lemon
Chipotle Margarita
Tequila, pineapple, chipotle, agave
Michelada
Local draft, housemade mix, lime, tajin
Bellini Flight
Local sparkling, assorted purees
Drinks
Kids Menu
Pasta
Bucatini, butter, parmesan
Cheeseburger Sliders
2 angus beef, cheddar, fries
Grilled Cheese
Cheddar, havarti, sourdough, fries
Ceviche
Citruscured local fish, avocado, red onions, tomato, cilantro, housemade hot sauce
Seafood Hot Pot
Pacific white shrimp, littleneck clams, scallops, linguica sausage, saffron broth
Castelvetrano Olives
Sweet herbs, orange zest
Marcona Almonds Filberts
Sea salt, spices, herbs, served warm
Duck Fat Fries
Russet potatoes, garlic, herbs, sea salt, pepper
Buckwheat Noodle Salad
Noodles, local lettuce, cherry tomatoes, avocado. burrata, radish, meyer lemon vinaigrette
Spicy Popcorn Shrimp
Panko coated, golden fried, togarashi aioli
Calamari
Golden fried, lemon, peppers, sweet onions
Cured Meat Cheese Board
Chefs selection of one meat, one cheese, accompaniments
Grilled Cheese Tomato
Sharp cheddar, havarti, sourdough, marinated cherry tomatoes, marinara
Santa Ynez Sliders
2 angus beef, havarti, bacon, aioli, duck fat fries
Bar Menu
Sweet Endings
Seasonal Fruit Crumble
Market fruit, granola crumble, mcconnells sweet cream ice cream
Valrhona Pot De Creme
Bittersweet chocolate, seasonal berries. vanilla whipped cream
Banana Bread Pudding
Brandy, caramel sauce, whipped cream
Flourless Chocolate Cake
Raspberry shrub coulis, mcconnells eureka lemon marionberries ice cream
