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About The Garden

The Garden is a top-rated Mediterranean restaurant in Santa Maria, CA, serving grilled meat platters, classic Mediterranean dishes, and fresh comfort food in a traditional dining room with a patio.

Located at 122 E Boone St, Santa Maria, CA 93454, The Garden is known for fast service, great cocktails, coffee, and a well-curated wine list, making it a favorite for lunch, dinner, solo dining, and romantic meals.

Guests can enjoy dine-in seating, outdoor seating, takeaway, kerbside pickup, delivery, and catering, along with alcohol, beer, cocktails, healthy options, quick bites, and small plates. With wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and toilet facilities, The Garden offers a welcoming experience for all guests.

To enjoy authentic Mediterranean dining in Santa Maria, CA, visit The Garden or call +1 805-347-1112 to reserve a table or place an order.

★★★★★ 4.60 rating (857 reviews)
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The Garden interior
Est. Local Favorite

A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

James Lockett

James Lockett

3 years ago

My go-to spot for fresh, high-quality Mediterranean food! I've celebrated my birthday here, had client lunches, and ordered take out many times. Besides the amazing food, and friendly staff. I love the ambiance in the outdoor seating area. It feels like you're on vacation, not in Santa María. The green garden, water fixtures and shade are amazing. Definitely a little slice of paradise. Will definitely return!

brian barriga

brian barriga

2 years ago

Great little "get-a-way"! The ambience is wonderful. Beautiful covered outdoor patio adds to the experience. The staff has always been super attentive. Oh yeah, the food is delicious😁. One of the better falafel I've had. Crispy on the outside, moist in the inside. The meat sambousek is seasoned wonderfully, definite good starter. Again, this place seems like an oasis getaway. Different than everything else around it, which is nice. Would seem like a nice date night, but we drag our two kids with us 🙄

Rick Swade

Rick Swade

year ago

Excellent food and service. We ordered the filet kabob and the combination kabob plates with a side of Greek salad and hummus. Everything was delicious and perfectly cooked. The grape leaves were great and make sure to order the baklava for dessert, crispy and excellent like it should be.

Elizabeth Wilson

Elizabeth Wilson

3 months ago

Food is always excellent and the sevice, well, Joelyn is the greatest! I love there chicken or steak scharwma. But their combo kabobs are fire too! Anything, honestly, is amazing.

Donna C. Martinez

Donna C. Martinez

8 months ago

A wonderful dinner of delicious Greek fare. The lamb chops were perfect. Service was not rushed - which was perfect for us. Our dog enjoyed the location too. We did bring her blanket for the floor as it was a bit chilly. Heaters above warmed our patio area.

Nicotine

Nicotine

10 months ago

Been here a couple of times and I have always been happy with the food. The cost may be a little higher than what you’d spend at a fast food place, but the food is healthier, cleaner, and fresh. I ordered the sea bass on the most recent trip and was very happy with the flavor profile. If you’re looking for a nice meal, healthy food, and/or something that is worth trying, stop here. Their outdoor patio seating is also nice if you want to get together with a few people for drinks.

Amy Winney

Amy Winney

4 months ago

The atmosphere was so romantic and beautiful, the food was a 10/10, and our server was so sweet! If we are ever back in this area we will for sure be having another date night there and ordering way more food and drinks! Amazing!

Kinjo

Kinjo

6 months ago

I really like this place. The environment is wonderful. The food is amazing and the staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and professional. Fatima did a great job! I would definitely come back!

Gabrielle Kilpatrick

Gabrielle Kilpatrick

4 months ago

had such a wonderful experience at this restaurant! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm, inviting, and beautifully designed. The service was exceptional. The staff and owner himself was attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. They made sure we had everything we needed without ever feeling rushed, and their recommendations were spot on. He made us feel like family. The food was absolutely incredible. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. You can truly taste the quality and care in each dish. From the appetizers to the main course, every bite was delicious and beautifully presented. Overall, an amazing dining experience. I will definitely be coming back and recommending this place to friends and family :)

todd wood

todd wood

5 months ago

We absolutely love this place. We’ll drive up from Santa Barbara just for the Gyro. The lamb chop is ridiculous and their garlic paste sauce is unmatched from anything like it we’ve ever had anywhere in America. Everything is so fresh and well prepared. I don’t think there’s anything on the menu that isn’t amazing. The Meat Sambousk is also incredible. The service is always great and friendly. The outside patio is beautiful! And the lentil soup will change your life! And please don’t forget to have the baklava for desert! SO ADDICTIVE! I’m glad we live an hour away. I’d be broke and fat from eating here every day!

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Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Kerbside pickup
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great wine list

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Quiet
  • Romantic
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

122 E Boone St, Santa Maria, CA 93454, United States

Reservations

+1 805-347-1112

Hours

Closed · Friday 11 AM-9 PM
Friday 11 AM-9 PM
Saturday 11 AM-9 PM
Sunday 11 AM-9 PM
Monday Closed
Tuesday 11 AM-9 PM
Wednesday 11 AM-9 PM
Thursday 11 AM-9 PM
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