The up-tempo American cooking prepared by one of the Central Coast’s premier chefs, Rick Manson, is a blend of Southern Louisiana, Southwest, and Southern California influences, seasoned with a hint of rhythm and blues, a splash of color, and a touch of irreverence.  Chef Rick began earning critical acclaim as Executive Chef for 10 years of the King and Prince Hotel on Historic St. Simons Island, Georgia.

Chef Rick’s consistently earns “BEST RESTAURANT IN SANTA MARIA VALLEY” award in the Santa Maria Sun and the Central Coast Magazine says” THANK GOODNESS FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT AND INTRIGUING.” Rick has recently been named the 2007 Central Coast Wine Classic CULINARY HONOREE by Founder and Chairman Archie McLaren Rick was selected for his indefatigable support and enthusiasm in furthering culinary excellence on the Central Coast... Archie has said of Rick, “THE GUY IS A PRINCE.” Chef Rick’s is open Monday – Saturday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Closed – Sunday.