Cold Spring Tavern – American
Stepping into this historic mountain retreat feels like a journey back in time, where the scent of oak smoke and simmering wild game chili drifts through a rugged, timber-framed space. The kitchen celebrates bold, rustic flavors with its legendary tri-tip sandwiches and golden, beer-battered onion rings, alongside adventurous starters like venison-stuffed mushrooms that capture the spirit of the wilderness. Every hearty bite offers a soulful taste of frontier-style comfort, creating a dining experience that feels both timeless and deeply satisfying.
5995 Stagecoach Road, Santa Barbara CA 93105 https://coldspringtavern.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
- Friday - Sunday
- 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated as a dependable choice for a quick bite, guests appreciate the consistent service and straightforward dining experience. Reviewers highlight the reliable nature of the menu, noting that it serves as a solid option
Menu
Appetizers
- Famous Beer Batter Onion Rings - $16: Local beer battered onions served with ranch dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Cheese Fries - $14: French fries, Cold Spring Chili, cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Colina de Nachos - $18: Homemade chips, Cold Spring Chili, guacamole, sour cream, cheese, salsa Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Sampler - $23: A cup of Cold Spring, Wild Game, and Chili Verde Chilis with a flour tortilla Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Shrimp - $15: Cucumber seaweed relish, pickled red onion, served over risotto Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Venison Stuffed Mushrooms - $13: Baked in garlic butter with fresh parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Chili
- Cold Spring Chili - $10: Ground sirloin, tomato, chilies, pinto beans, cheese, onion, crackers Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wild Game Black Bean Chili - $10: Venison, rabbit, buffalo, black beans, chilies, cheese, sour cream, flour tortilla Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Verde - $9: Pork, chicken, chilies, onion, tomato, cheese, sour cream, flour tortilla Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches & Burgers
- Original Cold Spring Tri-Tip Sandwich - $20: Oak-grilled thick sliced tri-tip, bolillo roll, choice of sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Dip - $20: Grilled tri-tip, au jus, apple horseradish, bolillo roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tavern Burger - $18.5: Half pound angus sirloin, mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Burger - $21.5: Half pound 100% buffalo, mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bison Flank Steak Sandwich - $22.5: Charbroiled bison, grilled onions, mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bar-B-Q Pulled Pork Sandwich - $18: Grilled onion, jack cheese, cole slaw Available at: dinner, lunch
- Western Bacon Burger - $19.5: Half pound angus, bacon, cheddar, mayo, onion ring topper Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Burger - $17.5: Special recipe patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, chipotle mayo, jack cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Duck Bacon BLT - $18.5: Duck bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, avocado, sourdough Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Breast Sandwich - $17: Charbroiled chicken, lettuce, tomato, onion, bar-b-q sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey, Ham, & Swiss Sandwich - $16: Lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, bolillo roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheese - $14.5: Havarti cheese, roasted peppers, basil, onion jam, molasses wheat bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Cobb Salad - $18: Ham, turkey, bacon, egg, tomato, cheese, mixed greens, creamy italian dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $16: Hearts of romaine, crouton, parmesan cheese, classic caesar dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bar-B-Q Ranch Salad - $12: Mixed greens, onion, tomato, cheese, ranch dressing, side of bar-b-q sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Vegetable Salad - $17: Squash, zucchini, onion, eggplant, tomato, mixed greens, cranberry vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wedge Salad - $16: Iceberg lettuce, bacon, blue cheese crumbles, creamy italian dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Western Salmon Salad - $19.5: Grilled salmon, corn, bell peppers, tomato, onion, black beans, mixed greens, spicy oil and vinegar Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Bar-B-Q Baby Back Pork Ribs - $26: Half rack of pork ribs with fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Venison Steak - $33: Charbroiled with blackberry, cabernet demi-glace Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filet Mignon - $34: 8 oz prime filet of beef with bernaise sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Braised Lamb Shank - $38: 14 oz with champagne-rosemary demi-glace Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tri-Tip Platter - $24: 10 oz oak grilled thick sliced steak with salsa, apple horseradish, and bar-b-q sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rabbit Medallions - $36: 7 oz rabbit with wild mushroom, garlic brandy sauce Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cold Spring Chicken - $30: 6 oz organic free range chicken breast with almond-raisin stuffing, sherry, sour cream, and mushroom sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Portobello Mushroom Ratatouille - $20: Roasted eggplant, zucchini, tomato, bell peppers, and onions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catch of the Day: Fresh fish special Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- French Fries - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Salad - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cole Slaw - $6 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day - $8: Homemade soup selection Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad Side - $8: Mixed greens, carrots, cucumber, red onion Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Kids Meals
- Junior Tri-tip Sandwich - $14: Served with fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders - $12: Served with fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Macaroni & Cheese - $12: Served with fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Dog - $11: Served with fries Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Granny Smith Apple Cobbler - $12: Deep dish apple pie with brown sugar crumb topping Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Jack Daniel’s Pecan Pie - $12 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Brownie Sundae - $11: Homemade brownie, ice cream, chocolate syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Home-style Cheesecake - $8.5: Daily flavor selection Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Soft Drinks - $3.5: Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Sprite, Root Beer, Ginger Ale
- Iced Tea - $4.5
- Lemonade - $5.25
- Arnold Palmer - $5.25
- Milk - $3
- Juice - $4.5
- Coffee - $4.5
- Hot Tea - $4.5
- Hot Chocolate - $4
- Hot Cider - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Cold Spring Tavern
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- The Grilled Portobello Mushroom Ratatouille and Grilled Shrimp both accommodate multiple diets including keto, gluten-free, dairy-free, and heart-healthy.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Guests appreciate the consistent service and reliable menu, rating this dependable choice for a quick bite at 3.0/5 stars.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Cold Spring Tavern has an average rating of 3.0/5 based on customer feedback.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- This historic mountain retreat offers a rustic, frontier-style atmosphere for dates, though reviews suggest it is best for quick, dependable bites.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This historic mountain retreat offers a casual, frontier-style dining experience focused on quick bites, rustic comfort food, and straightforward service.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Reviewers describe the restaurant as a dependable choice for quick bites, highlighting the consistent service and straightforward, reliable menu.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include the legendary tri-tip sandwiches, famous beer-battered onion rings, wild game chili, and venison-stuffed mushrooms.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The menu accommodates mixed dietary needs with high-protein venison, gluten-free grilled shrimp, and a vegan, low-carb grilled portobello mushroom ratatouille.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Cold Spring Tavern by visiting their official website at https://coldspringtavern.com/ for more information.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- The restaurant is suitable for families, offering a dependable quick-bite experience with kid-friendly options like chili cheese fries and burgers.
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