There are places you visit and then there are places that live in your head rent free forever. Bar Bura is the second kind. Perched on a cliff above the Pacific with nothing but open ocean in front of you, this is honestly one of the most iconic spots in all of Valle and I will die on that hill (pun very much intended). Getting there is part of the experience. You park at the bottom, hop on a shuttle, and ride up a winding dirt road to the bar. The drivers are so fun and honestly the whole shuttle vibe is its own thing. People are dancing, singing, already in a great mood before they even arrive. Instant friends every time. Once you're up top, the drinks are flowing and the sunset views are absolutely unreal. I haven't done a full meal here but the chips alone deserve their own Yelp page. Homemade, crunchy, covered in cheese. I could have just eaten those and been completely happy. Oh and one more thing, and I'm being completely serious: please go to the bathroom. Even if you don't need to. Especially if you don't need to. The views from the restroom might be better than some restaurants I've paid full price to eat at. Bar Bura is one of those places I'll keep coming back to no matter how many times I've been. If you haven't gone yet, fix that immediately. read more

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THE BIG: Located about a half hour north of Ensenada. Beautiful cliffside restaurant/bar that overlooks the pacific ocean. Parking lot available. THE BLACK AND WHITE: The wife and I had a reservation for 6pm at Cuatro Cuatros. The complex has a bar up at the top of the mountain along with airbnbs and a winery at the bottom. We parked our car and was escorted through a plank full of grape vines before getting on a shuttle up the mountain. Before we hopped on the bus, we got to choose a beverage of choice to go up the mountain. I got the modelito (small modelo). The shuttle ride is pretty steep and bumpy so I understand why they have a trained driver to drive. When we got to the top - wow wow wow. Beautiful views of Salsipuedes Bay. We had to walk along the side of the restaurant to get in. For food we got a oaxacan cheese taco, fish and chips with the catch of the day, and a crepe for dessert. For drinks we got a carajillo and a non alcoholic beverage. Everything was great however my favorite bite was the freshly fried fish and chips. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Overall, we spent around 1800 MXN and had a great time. Beautiful views with good food. Definitely worth checking out once. read more

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Such a gorgeous spot! Service was great and though it was a bit pricey, would do it again for the views. read more

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5 stars for the experience. Driving in was a maze but there were people along the way to direct you. Then you park, grab a welcome drink and get a shuttle up to the restaurant. The views at this restaurant are what you come for. Beautiful. We did the middle level and had great seats along the edge (just not centered) but still a beautiful view of the ocean. Service was nice and friendly and spoke English. We are pescatarian so went with the ceviche and vegetables. Both were delicious. The veggies were perfectly seasoned and had yummy pieces of cheese. The ceviche was so good that when we didn't hit our minimum spend at the end we just ordered another one to go for dinner. We each had a glass of wine and then one of those tasty coffee drinks. I did a seasonal mezcal and coffee drink which sounded kinda weird but was super tasty. Overall great picturesque experience. read more

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Cuatro Cuatro had been on my bucket list for years, and I finally got to experience it--let me tell you, it did not disappoint!  It is a gem perched on the cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The views alone are absolutely breathtaking, especially at sunset. If you're planning to go, I highly recommend making a reservation in advance since it's a popular spot, and trust me, you don't want to miss out. A heads-up--there's a cover charge, and getting up to the hilltop restaurant might cost extra. I can't remember how much repaid but It's worth double-checking those details beforehand so there are no surprises. Also, bring some cash for tips, a light jacket for the cool evening breeze, and of course, your camera because the ocean views are unreal. The menu is a perfect mix of Mexican and international flavors. My favorites are the fresh ceviche fish tacos, and grilled octopus, also their margaritas and local mezcal cocktails if you are a cocktail lover. I would skip the wine list there. The prices are on the higher side for Ensenada, but the quality of the food and the experience make it worth it. I'd suggest arriving a bit early to take in the scenery and snap some photos before dinner while taking a shuttle, the ride up adds to the adventure. Overall, Cuatro Cuatro is one of the most memorable dining experiences in Ensenada . Can't wait to go back. read more

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Amazing experience , food and drinks were very good and excellent quality! Highly recommend this as a must when in Valle de Guadalupe wine tasting read more

Stunning views. It costs around 50$ per person to reserve the corner table. There is also a 10$ transportation fee via shuttle. Not sure why they charge separate for the shuttle. Other than that the staff were very friendly and gave excellent service. The cocktails were amazing and it was cool to have a DJ spinning some great dance music. read more

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I love this spot. They've made it more challenging to make a reservation here with the required fee and advance booking. With they said, you cannot beat the view and it's an incredible stopping point to break up the trip into Valle de Guadalupe. I made a 1 pm reservation and left LA at 8 am. We made it just in time after the insanity of the border crossing and intense construction along highway 1 in Tijuana. And we thought LA traffic was bad! This place is a bit intense with process. After making the pre-paid reservation online (that my credit card continually cancelled thinking it was fraudulent), you need to park, walk through the vineyard and checkin at the host stand where you'll collect your bus tickets and your dining credit. From here, you'll board the bus that will drive you the rest of the intense way. It's a 5 minute shuttle ride straight down the side of a cliff. I guess I can see why they don't want us driving! The setting is magical, hip and stunning. It's such an effort to get here but well worth it. My partner and I split a bottle of wine along with the fried polenta (fabulous!) and the filet (heavy but tasty). You cannot beat this view! read more

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Discovering Bura within Cuatro Cuatros in Ensenada is an unforgettable experience. Nestled in the stunning Valle del Guadalupe, this winery offers breathtaking bars that overlook the ocean, perched so high you need a bus to reach them! The drinks are exceptionally strong and delicious, making each sip a delight. The aguachile is a must-try, especially with a kick of habanero salsa, adding a vibrant burst of flavor. And the oysters--simply unforgettable, a true highlight of the visit. Whether you're a food enthusiast or just looking for a unique dining experience, Bura at Cuatro Cuatros is a culinary treasure. The only thing that could be better and it's no fault are the dumb frat bros next to me lighting up pot. Americans ofcourse. Everyone else was classy, proper and educated. read more

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La experiencia fue única. Make a reservation. Lots of fees beforehand, but the bar, food, Sunset views were worth it! Limited food menú, I ordered the steak, which came with charred veggies (yum) and I asked for tortillas. Lots of salsas to enjoy too with chips. Others had the aguachile, taco and arroz con puerco and enjoyed them. I thought the arroz was awful. Yes, we had the front, corner view with the ocean in front. Take some tips for the bus driver, the bicycle car attendant and the bathroom gal and enjoy the experience! read more

How do they have such low stars?!?! This place is absolutely amazing. We will come back every time we visit. The adventure of getting there on the shuttle is a huge part of the fun. Don't forget to get your complementary drink before you get on the shuttle. The view is absolutely stunning. And the food and drinks were delicious. The hours online were not correct so make sure you call them and make a reservation. Such a fantastic place to view the sunset. Can be chilly on the top of a mountain overlooking the coast, so bring appropriate clothes. Enjoy! read more

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This is my second time coming here and it is by far my favorite restaurant. The food is excellent, the view is second to none and the service is phenomenal. My sister was visiting from GA and we had to make the drive to come show her this beauty. Worth the drive! read more

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Made reservations online for 9 people. We booked the plata service. Must admit, the website only had everything in Spanish. It was tricky at first; as initially Open table had booking but that didn't work so I had to go directly through the website. I used google translator to copy paste the reservation, but I didn't mind. Cuatro Cuatros Bar Bura was our last stop (of 3 wineries). This was a day trip to Valle De Guadalupe, and everything was amazing! Our driver made sure we made it on time for check in. The winery is huge. We went to check in as a group and we're given a choice of drinks while waiting for the bus shuttle to the restaurant. Bus drove passed beautiful vineyard and up a steep and winding road. It dropped us off and we walked on a path that led to the restaurant bar. There was a DJ and vibe was chill. Views were amazing and photos don't do justice. We were ushered to our section. We ordered and re-ordered drinks & thoroughly enjoyed the scene, the company and couldn't stop telling each other, we def need to stay the night here and watch a sunset. Our reservations was 330-530pm. Must admit, we were still full from the food at our first stop. This was our last stop and we basically spent our pre-paid food/drink credit on drinks! We ordered guac and that was prob the only food. Everything was fun, festive and beautiful! Even the bus shuttle back to the parking lot was a party bus! So awesome, we will be back, we will book overnight stay at least, there was so much more to see and experience! read more

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The views from the cliffside bar can't be beat! You park at the bottom of the hill and then go into a small shop where you can buy a shuttle ticket ($13) to drive you up to the location. Good for large groups with reservations. read more

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This place is phenomenal. The views are beautiful and you have amazing food and drinks to accompany that beauty. The service is considerably quick and everyone is very friendly. Highly suggest booking in advance as they do get booked, especially if you're in large groups. We pretty much got everything on the menu and nothing was a let down. In addition, their playlist is BOMB! You're going to have a great experience here. read more

Bar Bura is such a sweet spot. We came and visited on our way out of town. Reservations were kinda annoying because you had to book and pay for your minimum in advance. Since we came mid day, I didn't think that was needed. I also docked a star because we paid for the best view but did not get seated in the best view. The vibes of this place are amazing. Panoramic ocean views and just breathtaking. The food was average and the drinks were good. Overall, I'll be back but want to check out sunset next time read more

Must make a reservation or you will be disappointed to find that there is no availability. You pay $10/per person to be shuttled up to the restaurant. Have your camera ready upon arrival because the views are absolutely amazing. There's a little pathway you walk down to get to the entrance and the photo opportunities are endless! Wait to walk down last from the group in your shuttle so you won't be rushed to take your pictures. Then you get seated with an ocean view that is spectacular. We tried the steak with potatoes and the agua chiles. We loved every drop of agua chiles! The totopos didn't look that tasty but they were crunchy and tasted really good. The drinks we had were mezcal and some kind of coffee espresso with a marshmallow. We didn't try the dessert but they looked amazing. We will try the crepes next time. There is a $35 minimum per person so be prepared. They do advise you of this at booking. Definitely hope to return soon! read more

This is a gorgeous spot to get a drink, BUT I would not recommend due to them charging you $50 per person in advance to make a reservation. When I made the reservation I assumed we would eat dinner there, but it turns out they only have 4 appetizers available and only 1 of which was vegetarian, so we had to get desserts which we didn't actually want in order to spend the money we spent to make the reservation. Other people were leaving with un labeled bottles of wine in order to use their reservation money. In order to get to the bar you take a shuttle bus from another spot on the property, which you also pay a small amount to ride. Before the bus ride up they give you a water, soda or mini beer, which is nice. Overall I would not recommend going here unless they decrease the amount required to make the reservation or start serving meals. read more

One of the most stunning spots I've visited in Valle Guadalupe thus far! Not just for the views (available in select locations on the property), but ambience, service and FOOD - WOW. We were a very lucky walk in on a Friday afternoon and we're taken up to Bar Bura via shuttle (I think about $12USD round trip?) with a small beverage of choice included upon boarding. A few minute drive through the property takes you up the mountain around the bend and WHAM there's the Pacific Ocean in your face ! The Bar is a sprawling covered outdoor patio facing the ocean. We had a live DJ playing great music, and phenomenal waitstaff taking care of us our entire stay. We ordered a couple rounds of drinks (all great) and some tapas to share, because why not? And oh wow, we're we thrilled with our choices. Polenta & Roasted Veggies - 6/10 - Polenta was crisped (intentional) but didn't wow. Roasted veggies were lovely but also not wow. Still, solid dish. Ceviche - 8.5/10 - Very well done, would order again! Squid ink coloring was interesting (but later realized this is kind of a thing for the area..so more of a 'it's not you it's me' thing happening there).. Hummus - 8/10 - The hummus was SO delicious, the cute little pita pieces were perfect. Just didn't love the mushrooms with it? Aguachile - 10/10 - Positively delicious. Brightly flavored and perfectly tangy, gorgeous pieces of filleted shrimp and crunchy cucumbers, ah! So so good. Octopus - 11/10 - The menu said something about a peanut sauce. Weird right? With octopus? Who'da thunk. But, mis amigos - this peanut sauce octopus quite literally ruined all other octopuses (yes, that IS the correct grammar. Google it) for me the rest of the trip. Mind. Blown. Also while you're there, use the bathrooms! WHAT A VIEW. read more

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Amazing views, as everyone has said, so definitely get some pictures in. The true drawback is that you have to pay $10 per person for their bus ride up from Cuatro Cuatros (winery/hotel) to get to Bar Bura. Don't expect prices to be significantly cheaper than the US, but the quality was significantly better for the same price in the US (where you would also get no view at all in the US) I read somewhere that people did not like the service. I didn't have any issues with the service; it wasn't outstanding, it wasn't bad. I did appreciate that they took the time to explain which drinks were popular. I also read somewhere that people thought the food wasn't great. I didn't find this to be the case either (or maybe I need to try some of the great food they had elsewhere!). I really liked the aguachiles. It was amazing and in a red sauce (I have always only had it in a green sauce). For $15, it is certainly not cheap and is pretty much US prices. However, the quality at this price exceeds what I have found in San Diego (but open to recommendations!). The guac and chips for $5 was well worth it. Smooth creamy well seasoned guac. Perfect to snack on while you enjoy a nice easy day with perfect views and perfect weather. We sipped on 2 cocktails for about $12 each and thoroughly enjoyed both (Old Cal's, a mezcal old fashioned; and some yellow drink..p(something)cito. Ambience was great, met a group of great and fun people dining next to us. We didn't have the table at the cliff edge, but honestly I didn't see any poorly positioned tables given the panoramic view. My tip would be to go on a weekday as it was not packed, but also not empty. I will definitely be back with more friends and family. I just wish the $10 per person bus ride fee could be waived with a purchase or something... Note that you should put in your GPS to take you to Cuatro Cuatros...I think some peoples GPS might have taken them for some crazy loop otherwise. Must visit! read more

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Best bar in Baja California You can't find a better view , it's amazing especially at sunset Drinks are delicious read more

They are charging you for the view. Servers need a lot more training, they do not make the experience memorable. The food is basic. I would only recommend to have a drink and enjoy the view. They don't have heaters and charge if you want a blanket. Charge you $50 and $10 to ride the shuttle that takes you to the actual restaurant. read more

Super fun, good atmosphere with great food and great wine. The DJ was fun, the service was great. You get a little coronita on the bus ride from the beautiful property to the bar. Highly recommend read more

Beautiful scenery! It was like being in Malibu. Food was ok but you come here for the ambience. Loved the sustainable seating (didn't even know I was sitting on a bale of hay until close to the end of our meal). Also loved the live music, which at the time, was a duo singing 90s classics. Will definitely try to come when there is a DJ playing house music. read more

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This is a one & done type of place. The view is very nice if you get the gold section or platinum but the food and drinks are way overpriced compared to other wineries. It's a requirement to spend a minimum amount and pay for the shuttle to take you up to the restaurant. We had ordered a rib eye steak for $75 and it was good but like I said way overpriced. We went to the frida winery and the steak was $35. I think they want you to pay upfront to guarantee you will consume a lot & since it's overpriced you do end up going over their minimum requirement anyways. Any left over "credit" is non refundable. I rate it 3 out of 5 because of the customer service. We tipped the waiter and he was very rude about it, he said due to our section it should be more or nothing. We had asked him how much he wanted then and he said nothing in the end to keep our original tip and leave. He said he would get in trouble if he didn't get a great tip and we asked why he would get in trouble? That doesn't make sense and no one usually demands tip. I don't feel we skimped on our tip to begin with and even asked how much is good for him then. Idk that whole thing was weird but we definitely wouldn't go back. read more

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What the.... how did it take me so long to discover this absolutely fabulous place!!! A must must must. Really? Wait, what! Just 1 1/2 hour from my home. A yeah! I don't even need to describe the food. Just look at the pics. read more

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Food, drinks and service were great. Ambiance and views were spectacular. We would definitely return here for another visit. read more

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STAY AWAY. This is a fraudulent business. I prepaid for a lunch for 2 and the day of the reservation they called and canceled due to weather. They said they will send me information via email about how to get the reimbursement for the prepaid amount but no word. I have tried their whatsapp number and their email address and they have ignored me. I am beyond upset. Upon reading more 1 star reviews I noticed several others who did not receive money back! Whatever you do, do not encourage such business practices, save your money!! read more

It's a wine bar in Baja, overlooking the ocean. This should really be the end of my review. I mean what else do you need? Maybe a just a few things... Cuatro Cuatros is located on the grounds of a full scale winery. You can't just show up, you'll need to make a reservation before heading here. From what I was told the best times to visit this place are during the week. The weekends can have lines up to thirty cars deep! The views here are amazing and when you head to the bathroom, take your phone, trust me. Like I said earlier this is a wine bar, but they do offer margaritas as well as a few light snacks if you're hungry. Pull up a bale of hay, sit back, and forget about the real word for a minutes or s few hours. Viva Cuatro Cuatros! read more

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This place is beautiful. Came here with a pretty large group. Everyone paid up front. So around $2k for our group for drinks seems a bit much. The service was "ok". Valle lacks service. I realized that the service everywhere is either bad or okay. The food was good and the views made up for it. read more

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Loved it, the views & drinks AMAZING. Service excellent, must try the mezcal with red wine. BEST DRINK ever

I saw pictures of this heavenly looking bar and restaurant perched atop a mountain overlooking the ocean and had to come. Bar Bura does not disappoint. No cons, ONLY PROS: the drive on the party bus up the mountain, the walk to the breathtaking restaurant, the ocean view, classic cocktails, delicious & perfectly seasoned seafood, the vibey music, good looking crowd, good service, ambiance, Covid consciousness, the bathroom (if ya know, ya know!). I could go on and on. I came here twice in 4 days. And it took us an hour to get there. Nuff said. Just go, you will not be disappointed. read more

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It is a production to get to this place. You have to check in near the parking lot and then take a shuttle to the bar. Oh, by the way, the shuttle costs $8 which entitles you to a free drink - coke, water, or cheap beer. We came on Saturday afternoon. we had hoped to go for Sunset because I hear the views are spectacular, but they were booked. If you want Sunset, reserve in advance. After a bumpy ride to the top in a shuttle van, we entered the bar. There are sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. I should be very tranquil, Serene place. However, we are greeted too loud house music and techno music. Southern California Vibe meets Mexico, I guess. Food and drinks for a little on the price your side for the area. I guess you are paying for the views. We had the ricotta toast which was quite good. Also has a gordita which with equally tasty. A paragraph This Place could be so much better if it did not try to make such a production out of it and just made it a more relaxed setting. In my opinion, it is not worth the effort to go here. There are many other places to go to in the valley. read more

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Been here a number of times over the past couple years. yes it is the perfect place to see a magical sunset yes the bathroom view is spectacular the feeling of being here is breathtaking... BUT... -beware of rats (it is really kinda funny seeing them wiggle around under the tarps that cover the bails of hay) ..insert laughing hysterically emoji here. - originally no cost to get in...then changed to a per car cost (i could deal with that)... now it is per person and you wait at the bottom of the hill to hopefully get on the shuttle up the hill to catch the sunset. I really can't justify paying to see a sunset anymore.... i'm good...i can find many other spots to enjoy my day without the hassle of coming here anymore. it was fun while it lasted. ...i'm glad i experienced it. If you haven't yet...it truly is a must...and make your own call if it's worth a return trip read more

This bar has an amazing view! I did not appreciate having to pay for a shuttle that drives you to the bar but food is great! If you are in the area stop by and have few drinks and small plates. The place looks nice, I found out sitting over block of hay is not that comfortable. read more

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Just drove 2 hours down from California to be told by the extremely rude lady at the front gate that Bar Bura wasn't open even though everything online states it's open at 10am on Saturday. It's 12:35pm on Saturday and she is saying they open at 1pm. Not to mention when I called last week I was informed we did not need reservations and the same rude lady at the front gate told me it's reservation only. If you also read some of the reviews online everyone says they didn't need reservations. I told her they should update their hours online and she said "it's not my problem"... well, if that's how their service is, you can have amazing views of the ocean but with poor service like this, best of luck. read more

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Omg this place is just magical. Definitely a little gem in Baja. It has an awesome view of the ocean. Can you ask for more? Cuatro Cuatros is the main Winery. The winery is just superb with great details. Then entire winery is just extraordinary. You will have to pay $5.00 to get a shuttle to the top of the mountain. But that will include a beer or water. They also do wine tasting in the main lobby is you do not want to pay $5.00. But I promise you it's worth it. Great place to go with a group of friends or romantic date. The food and drinks are phenomenal. I tried the mezcal drink and it's one of my favorite! Make sure you take the phone when you go to the restroom because you will experience a little piece of heaven while you doing your tang! Furthermore, while your having drinks you will get some awesome music by the DJ! Make sure you you sit back and relax. Enjoy beautiful Mexico! read more

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You must go and experience this destination; Cuatro Cuatros aka Bar Bura. It is a little bit of a process to get to the right place, as this is an entire property of multiple activities. There was a lot of staff to direct you in the correct place, so don't be intimidated by that. We went on a Saturday afternoon in December. It cost $15 per person to ride the shuttle to Bar Bura and we waited about 30 minutes to load onto the shuttle. Right before you load onto the shuttle they offered you beer, water, or soda which I thought was a very lovely touch. The ride to the top was about 10 minutes of bumpy terrain, but they try to keep you entertained with music and a video of the development of the property which was neat to see. The bar itself was very posh, lots of seating and of course the amazing view of the ocean! My only gripe is that you have to be waited on for a drink/appetizer and it would have been ideal to be able to get your own drinks considering it is a lounge type environment. You wait in line to take a shuttle back down, and they had a retro camper stand of coffee/desserts which was another great touch. I appreciated the whole experience and cannot wait to recommend it to my family and friends! read more

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The food and drinks were fantastic. For the price I expected better seating, this was definitely low budget decor. We sat on bales of hay that were lopsided, uncomfortable and hurt my back. I was also unaware of their gold member status. We were unable to sit closer to the water view due to status. Instead we sat behind a large group blocking the beautiful view. There were also a good amount of small children present, which is not my idea of vacation or wine tasting. I also didn't like that you had to pre-pay a minimum over the phone when you made reservations. I will not be going back! read more

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I went to Bar Bura yesterday (2/21/23) for lunch and we had a magical experience! My reservation was supposed to be LAST YEAR on 2/22/22. My original reservation was unfortunately cancelled due to weather. I did pre pay and was informed via email my money would be credited toward a future visit within one year. As the date approached I decided to reach out and make a reservation to use my credit! They happily obliged and got me in for lunch the next day. Upon entry all my information was there with my previous credit, it was so easy! They give you a gratis welcome beverage before you head up the big hill in the shuttle. We were seated at an amazing table, had wonderful service, drinks, and such delicious food! I am grateful we didn't end up going last year, it would have been a much different experience in the wind and rain, you want to be here when it's sunny! The view is breathtaking, it is so worth the trip. I highly recommend and I will be back! Thanks so much. read more

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