My husband and I visited Talley Vineyards today during our trip to Pismo Beach, and the property is…read moreabsolutely gorgeous. The atmosphere is peaceful and welcoming, and the staff was very friendly. Vincent provided excellent service, and we even had the opportunity to speak with the owner, who greeted us warmly and engaged in a pleasant conversation. As an educator, I truly appreciated the calm and relaxing environment--it was the perfect place to unwind. The wine was delicious, especially the Rosé, which was my favorite. I highly recommend this winery and definitely plan to visit again with friends and family. A beautiful place with great service and wonderful wine!

Beautiful grounds and tasty wines…read more This was our second time and we still love it the same - in fact, we ended up joining the club this time! Kate was extremely knowledgeable and perfect in describing the wines and dialing in our palette profile. The property itself is gorgeous - also, note that they allow dogs. Perfect spot for some sunshine, a breeze, and some incredible tastings. Would I go back? YES!

Everytime I come to do some wine tasting I enjoy the ambiance. My friends vacationing on the…read moreCentral Coast are surprised we have such a good vineyard so close to home. I like the Music and cheese box options. So delicious year after year. Of course the staff and owners are always welcoming!

Great atmosphere to gather with friends/family and enjoy excellent selection of wines.read more

Absolutely amazing! This sweet little wine tasting spot was recommended by the locals, and I'm so…read moreglad I stopped by. From the moment I arrived, the experience was exceptional. They welcomed me with almonds and pretzels, took the time to explain the menu in detail, and even taught me a few things about wine that I didn't know. I absolutely love that they support local wineries, making the experience feel authentic and community-focused. They offer seating out front, inside, and in a charming backyard, each with its own unique atmosphere. As someone visiting from Florida, I couldn't resist sitting outside and soaking up the perfect California weather while enjoying my wine. It was the ideal setting for a relaxing afternoon. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a welcoming atmosphere, knowledgeable staff, and a fantastic selection of local wines. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in the area!

Wine was very good. We sat in the back patio, it was cute…read more Bethany and Val were so sweet and provided excellent service. It is definitely worth stopping here! $25 for a tasting, waived with $50 purchase.

Love this place so cute and love the decor. Winery is out in Santa Maria so they brought the…read moretasting to town. 2nd stop on our wine tasting adventure as it was GF birthday. I'm not a wine drinker but had to say that I sip more than the throw bucket did. We were fortunate to have the owner host our tasting. She gave us extra to taste and my GF the wine drinker enjoyed them all. We had a great time and went home with 4 bottles. Thanks Louisa for the tasting and wine education.

LOVE this spot!!! Right downtown arroyo, fantastic wines (that apparently change every few weeks!),…read morehusband and wife winemakers that source grapes everywhere from Paso Robles to Lompoc, super friendly staff, dog friendly patio AND - you can order whatever food you want from Branch Street Deli and Pizzeria next door and they will bring it over to your tasting table! We enjoyed our time here so much in their beautiful patio, wine by the glass and our amazing Chicken Bianca pizza. This is our new favorite spot downtown and we will certainly be back soon!

Nice visit to Kynsi (Finnish for "talon") Winery. Very pleasant atmosphere and love the cute owl…read morelogo, based on the owls on property! The Barn Owl Blush was so good, brought a bottle home but I need more!

October 16, 2025 - Arroyo Grande, CA…read more We always have a wonderful time at Kynsi Winery. The staff are welcoming and knowledgeable about the wines, and the setting is beautiful. Tastings are outdoors, with both open and covered seating areas that make it easy to relax and enjoy the view. The atmosphere is friendly and low-key -- you might even be greeted by the resident winery cat! The wines are delicious, and the tasting fee ($25 per person for non-members) is waived with a two-bottle purchase. This is the perfect spot if you want to experience excellent wines without the steep tasting fees you find elsewhere in the area. Highly recommend!

We live in Paso wine country and have high expectations for wines, service, and the overall…read moreexperience. We visited Center of Effort on a one day getaway to Pismo Beach. We had never heard of the winery, and what a find. First, approaching the grounds our thought was what a beautiful property. Gorgeous tasting room on beautiful vineyard and scenic views. The staff was welcoming and and friendly. They made us feel at home. Then the wines - We didn't know what to expect and we loved every single wine on the menu. The Chardonnay was excellent as was Pinot Noir and the Grenache/Syrah Blend. This is a winery that I will refer people to and visit again and again! Thanks for making our experience so amazing!

We were referred to this winery by a friend of a friend and are so happy we visited for the first…read moretime. Beautiful location, excellent service, and delightful wine. We were assisted by a friendly and informative staff member named Kira, and were happily surprised at the quality of the wines we tasted. We look forward to returning.

It was our first time visiting Chamisal Vineyards and we had a great time. The vineyard is only 10…read moreminutes away from the downtown area. We were also fortunate enough to get some nice sunny weather on our visit. The outdoor seating was perfect for the weather. It did get a little windy later in the afternoon so I suggest you bring a jacket just in case if it gets chilly. On top of the scenery the service was great as well. The host greeted us and sat us right away. We ordered the wine flight since this is our first time at this vineyard we wanted to try everything. The wine connoisseur was really friendly, did a great job explaining each wine and timed out each pour perfectly. My personal favorite was the Chardonnay. Next time we're visiting the area we'll certainly be back for another wine tasting.

While the ambience is lovely and the wines decent, Unfortunately our server, Jonathan, didn't offer…read moremuch information about the wines we tasted. When asked a question he looked confused, and couldn't answer most of our basic questions. It could be Chamisal isn't used to people asking pertinent question about their wines, but the servers should be able to offer basic wine info. Additionally, the service was excruciating slow. It took over an hour for one flight. The wines were decent, but the experience was dampened by the service and lack of education on the wines. Also, there was no incentive for purchasing more than one bottle of wine. The price was the same per bottle regardless. Very unusual.

First time in and 3 bottles later, we're definite fans. Thank you, Julie and E for a lovely…read moreexperience! We will definitely return when visiting the area. We really enjoyed the Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and the HSR red blend. A very chill, comfy, welcoming and friendly environment for everyone to enjoy.

What a gem, a special little find! This is a newly owned, small boutique winery with a focus on…read morecreating a high quality, low tannin craft wine at a reasonable price. The Chardonnay was my favorite. Check Groupon for a great deal. The tasting room is right next to the train station. The interior is light and airy. The new owners are proud of their wines and their enthusiasm is contagious. They are extremely knowledgeable, personable and excited to share their special place with the public. I just want to see them and their business grow and be prosperous. We can't wait for a return visit to see our new friends.