
Santa Maria Valley is the perfect home base for California’s Central Coast
Trips Matched to Your Taste
If it's been too long since your last weekend getaway and you need to stock your wine shelf–and fridge–we've got your weekend wine plans stock, lock and barrel.
Highlights
- Free Wine Tasting
- Sunset Wine Swirling
- Classic Santa Maria Style Barbecue

Get a taste of recreation done #SantaMariaStyle. Grab your hiking shoes, helmet, flip flops and sense of adventure to experience 13 beaches, 24 hiking trails, cycling and more.
Highlights
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Beer and Pizza

Come hungry and experience fresh, delicious food steeped in tradition dating back 150 years. We have a style all our own, and you have to taste it to believe it.
Highlights
- Authentic Santa Maria Style Barbecue
- Easy outdoor hike to walk it off and take in the scenery
- Beer and wine
- A little more barbecue

Uncover the history of Santa Maria Valley and engage in the backstories of the things and people who have helped to make this great valley what it has become today.
Highlights
- "Ancient" relics in the dunes
- The oldest Buddhist temple in California
- La Purisima Mission State Park

Santa Maria Valley welcomes guests like family. So we invite you to let your hair down, kick your feet up and enjoy a weekend on your own, at your own pace.
Highlights
- Wine tasting
- Oso Flaco Lake
- Monarch butterfly grove


& Settle in
Whether your day was filled with authentic barbecue, award-winning wine, a day at the dunes or all of the above, we've got options when it comes to where you rest your head to recharge.

7 Hotels Under $100/night in Santa Maria Valley
Sometimes, you just need to hit pause and dive into relaxation mode head-on. Whether that means sampling new wines and chowing down on local bites,…

Ever wonder why Santa Maria Style barbecue doesn’t need sauce? It’s because we don’t hide behind a sugary mess like Carolina or Kansas City. We let three simple spices—garlic, salt, and pepper—take center stage and bring out the unbeatable flavor of the tri-tip. π
Other states might be busy slathering their meat in sauce, but here in Santa Maria Valley, we believe in bold, clean flavors that don’t need any extra dressing up.
Ready to bring that Santa Maria Style magic to your backyard? Grab your spice blend from @susieqbrand and keep it simple. Because when it comes to barbecue, less is more.
Hit the link in our bio to download our FREE cookbook, and while you’re there, join our email list for exclusive content!

Ever wonder why Santa Maria Style barbecue doesn’t need sauce? It’s because we don’t hide behind a sugary mess like Carolina or Kansas City. We let three simple spices—garlic, salt, and pepper—take center stage and bring out the unbeatable flavor of the tri-tip. π
Other states might be busy slathering their meat in sauce, but here in Santa Maria Valley, we believe in bold, clean flavors that don’t need any extra dressing up.
Ready to bring that Santa Maria Style magic to your backyard? Grab your spice blend from @susieqbrand and keep it simple. Because when it comes to barbecue, less is more.
Hit the link in our bio to download our FREE cookbook, and while you’re there, join our email list for exclusive content! ...

Come hungry to Santa Maria Valley. π½οΈ
Enjoy Santa Maria Style barbecue at local restaurants like @Swiss_Restaurant, @HitchingPostCasmalia, @JockosSteakhouse, @ShawsRestaurant, and @FarWesternTavern.

Come hungry to Santa Maria Valley. π½οΈ
Enjoy Santa Maria Style barbecue at local restaurants like @Swiss_Restaurant, @HitchingPostCasmalia, @JockosSteakhouse, @ShawsRestaurant, and @FarWesternTavern. ...

“There’s a meat slice in my boot!” - Woody, probably, in Toy Story 14.

“There’s a meat slice in my boot!” - Woody, probably, in Toy Story 14. ...

@JockosSteakhouse: Where the steaks are legendary π₯
Step into the heart of Santa Maria Valley and experience the flavor that’s been fueling locals for decades. From the first sizzle on the grill to that perfect char, Jocko’s knows a thing or two about Santa Maria Style barbecue.
Juicy, smoky, and full of flavor, it’s a meal you won’t forget. See you soon!

@JockosSteakhouse: Where the steaks are legendary π₯
Step into the heart of Santa Maria Valley and experience the flavor that’s been fueling locals for decades. From the first sizzle on the grill to that perfect char, Jocko’s knows a thing or two about Santa Maria Style barbecue.
Juicy, smoky, and full of flavor, it’s a meal you won’t forget. See you soon! ...

She`s just getting her beauty sleep. Somewhere, Texas brisket is still getting marinated in makeup and calling it ‘authentic.’ π₯©π

She`s just getting her beauty sleep. Somewhere, Texas brisket is still getting marinated in makeup and calling it ‘authentic.’ π₯©π ...

The best barbecue isn’t just a meal. It’s a tradition. π½οΈ
Welcome to Santa Maria Style π€ , where red oak wood and tri-tip reign supreme. For decades, we’ve been perfecting this smoky, savory art, and now we’re sharing our secrets with you.
Want to bring that authentic flavor home? Our FREE cookbook is packed with recipes and tips to elevate your grilling game. Check the link in our bio to grab your copy.
And when you cook up something unforgettable, don’t forget to tag us and use #MySantaMariaStyle. Let’s see how you bring the flavor!
P.S. We best not be seeing any sauce, ya hear? π

The best barbecue isn’t just a meal. It’s a tradition. π½οΈ
Welcome to Santa Maria Style π€ , where red oak wood and tri-tip reign supreme. For decades, we’ve been perfecting this smoky, savory art, and now we’re sharing our secrets with you.
Want to bring that authentic flavor home? Our FREE cookbook is packed with recipes and tips to elevate your grilling game. Check the link in our bio to grab your copy.
And when you cook up something unforgettable, don’t forget to tag us and use #MySantaMariaStyle. Let’s see how you bring the flavor!
P.S. We best not be seeing any sauce, ya hear? π ...

Self-care isn`t selfish. It`s red oak-grilled to tranquility. You can hold the 12 hour vinegar bath, North Carolina.

Self-care isn`t selfish. It`s red oak-grilled to tranquility. You can hold the 12 hour vinegar bath, North Carolina. ...

Pitmaster Jaime Flores (@James_Flowers17) is back for another fiery episode of “Grill With a Santa Maria Style Pitmaster!” π₯
Join him as he reveals what makes Santa Maria Style barbecue the undisputed king of flavor. Don’t miss out!

Pitmaster Jaime Flores (@James_Flowers17) is back for another fiery episode of “Grill With a Santa Maria Style Pitmaster!” π₯
Join him as he reveals what makes Santa Maria Style barbecue the undisputed king of flavor. Don’t miss out! ...

Join pitmaster extraordinaire, Jaime Flores (@James_Flowers17), as he shares his top secrets for grilling up the perfect tri-tip.
Get ready to take your grilling game to the next level. Part two drops next week!

Join pitmaster extraordinaire, Jaime Flores (@James_Flowers17), as he shares his top secrets for grilling up the perfect tri-tip.
Get ready to take your grilling game to the next level. Part two drops next week! ...