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The Ballard Inn & Restaurant
(800) 638-2466

(805) 688-7770
2436 Baseline Ave., Ballard

www.ballardinn.com

Nestled among vineyards in the charming town of Ballard in the Santa Ynez Valley, the Ballard Inn is home to one of the Central Coast's most highly regarded restaurants. Chef/owner Budi Kazali's fusion cuisine is a true example of East meets West, inspired by the region's local wines and bounty of seasonal produce. Wine tasting features the most exclusive area boutique wineries.

Dinner: Wednesday – Sunday 5:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.

The tasting room is open to the public
Friday through Sunday 12 p.m. – 4:30 p.m
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Including wines from: Kenneth-Crawford, Palmina,
Ken Brown, Calzada Ridge, Kaena


APPETIZERS

Red Roast Kurobuta Pork Belly with Napa Cabbage
Fondue - 13

Pan Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras with Caramelized Figs and Port Glaze - 14

Thai Curry Kabocha Soup with Whipped Coconut
Cream -10

Seared Tuna with Soy Tomato Vinaigrette and Sweet Pickled Onion -12

Takikawa Farm Mixed Greens with Miso Red Pepper Dressing and Spiced Hazelnuts -10

New Style Hamachi Sashimi with Avocado & Soy Yuzu Vinaigrette - 13

Ballard Sesame Caesar Salad - 9


ENTRÉES


Pan Seared Duck Breast with Sweet Potato Purée & Balsamic Reduction - 27

Ballard "Tom Yum" Style Seafood with Shiitake Mushrooms, Leeks, and Gingered Rice - 28

Grilled Squab with Spaghetti Squash, Pomegranate Demi Glaze and Truffled Watercress Salad - 31

Grilled Filet Mignon w/ Wasabi Spätzle, Bacon Brussels Sprouts and Caramelized Shallot Glaze - 32

Crispy Skin Arctic Char with Celeriac Puree, Apple Fennel Salad and Mustard Emulsion - 29