El Cielo was easily one of the highlights of our trip to Valle de Guadalupe. The property is…read moreabsolutely breathtaking! The wines were fantastic, but what really made the experience stand out was the service. Everyone we interacted with was warm, welcoming, and genuinely excited to share their wines and story with us. Our sommelier was especially wonderful and made the tasting feel personal and relaxed rather than rushed or scripted. One of our favorite parts of the visit was the chocolate and wine pairing that my husband and I did together. Every pairing was thoughtfully put together, and it was so much fun discovering how the flavors changed and complemented each other with every sip and bite. The best surprise of the day? Finding out our sommelier was from the 805! As fellow Central Coast locals, it made the experience feel even more special and gave us an instant connection that we definitely weren't expecting to find in the middle of wine country in Baja.

Cielo was a big disappointment for me. Especially because I recommended this place to my friends…read morewho were celebrating a birthday. Service here took a long time to just get menus and initial drinks. We also ordered food that was no longer available. When we did order, the food took near an hour to come to our table. The place was severely understaffed and most of our utensils were dirty. Place offers great views of the vineyard. It's just about the only good thing this place has. Sadly. They do have a "Michelin rated" restaurant inside the building, curious to see what the service there is. Overall, i would say there are so many other wineries around Valle de Guadalupe that offer better services/food and drinks.

Two Tasting Experiences: Italian: $420 Pesos ($25 USD); Classic: $560 Pesos ($33 USD), as of our…read more8/8/24 visit. Each tasting included four pours. We've been coming to Valle de Guadalupe ("VdG") for about 15 years now, and this is one of our favorite wineries, and wines. Service is excellent. In the past, we had Alex Rubio pouring for us, and on our most recent visit, Julio Cesar took care of us. They're family owned/operated with estate grapes, and they focus on Italian style wines (Sangiovese, Montepulciano, an Italian blend which includes Nebbiolo, Sangiovese & Montepulciano.), as well as the classics: Tempranillo, Malbec, Merlot & Cabernet Sauvignon. We shared both tastings, so we could try everything. They also have a Tinto de Verano/Sangria ($120 Pesos/$7 USD) for those non-wine people, like my mother-in-law. There's a restaurant onsite which serves everything from snacks, charcuterie boards, entrées, and desserts. Chef Alex Rubio uses seasonal ingredients from their garden and the rest of the region to make dishes that pair with their wines. In the past, we've tried the Tres Ceviche Sampler (shrimp, octopus, and fish) which was delicious and paired nicely with their white wines. It was served with complimentary bread and olive tapenade. In my opinion, Bodegas F. Rubio has some of the best wines and is a must experience winery when visiting VdG. I highly recommend.

This was a cute winery that we actually found through Yelp. The service was great and the wines…read morewere good too. We did a mix of white and red. Each label on the wine bottles had a story behind it. They also offer food but we didn't get anything because we ate earlier. The steak that the table next to us ordered looked and smelled good. We are definitely coming hungry next time we come here. I would definitely go back to this winery and recommend it to anyone looking for something that's more low key with great wines.

We went in a Friday night with our daughter and it wasn't busy at all, they let us choose where to…read moresit. Our waiter was great, he gave a lot of great recommendations as far as beer and how to eat the oysters. My husband enjoyed his oysters with the sauces and his octopus tacos. My daughter just got the pizza which she enjoyed (loved that is was sourdough) and I just got some basic tacos wasn't too hungry. I also got the granizado con fresa! It was delicious ! After we ate we walked around for a bit and bought some beer at the store. It's a really nice place for pictures.

Our stay at Casa Frida in Valle de Guadalupe was a mixed experience. The biggest downside is the…read morelocation. It is very remote with very little nearby. You have to drive at least 5 miles just to find other restaurants or attractions, and it's about 14 miles to Ensenada if you want more options. The hotel only has one restaurant currently open, and while it was convenient, the food was overpriced for what it offered. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout our stay, which we appreciated. Unfortunately, the property itself felt a bit neglected. There were several maintenance issues, including a broken toilet paper holder and a broken shampoo/conditioner dispenser that wasn't replaced until the following day. The paint in the room didn't match in several areas, and overall it could use some upkeep. The pillows were very uncomfortable, and the property was extremely dusty, making it difficult to enjoy being outside, so we ended up staying indoors most of the time. We also booked a room advertised with a "valley view," but our view was mostly trees and a ditch, which was disappointing and not what we expected. On the positive side, the room itself was modern, clean, and nicely designed inside. With a few minor repairs and better maintenance, it could be an excellent place to stay. The hotel was also very quiet, which made for a peaceful atmosphere, although the room had great AC. Overall, I would rate Casa Frida 3 out of 5 stars. It has potential thanks to its friendly staff

We have been both to Bruma and Bruma Wine Graden! Both are exceptional places. The service is…read morealways excellent but the food is always unique. If you haven't been here, everything you order you will like. Ceviche, lechón, pescado, abulon, scallops all 5 Starts.

Bruma was our second tasting of the trip, right after Monte Xanic, and what a contrast.Bruma was…read moreour second tasting of the trip, right after Monte Xanic, and what a contrast. Monte Xanic walked us through every pour like a warm hug. Bruma is too cool and too artsy for any of that. Both are good! Just know what you're walking into. Bruma makes a really damn good glass of wine, and they make you go underground for it. The tasting is in a dark, quiet cellar that turns out to be the perfect place to actually pay attention to what's in your glass. And what's in there has personality. Real personality. The winery itself is moody and artistic in the very best way, built around a 300-year-old oak tree (which, fine, show off). Then you step outside and the grounds are STUNNING. So stunning that we wandered for an hour and decided to stay for dinner. Separate review coming. Four stars and not five because of the service during the tasting. Nobody was rude, everyone was perfectly nice, but they were also barely there. For a tasting, where the whole point is to learn what you're drinking, that's a miss. Worth the trip. Just bring a friend who knows wine, in case nobody else volunteers.

Our tour company, Baja Wine & Dine, set up our wine tasting in the cava with a winery tour. Our…read morehostess was Elly and she was awesome. So sweet and her English was great too. We started in their cozy tasting room with a nice pour of Sauvignon Blanc. We then made our way through down to the beautiful cellar and private tasting room. This is a beautiful vineyard. We only had 2 hours here. I wish we had more time to enjoy walking around their grounds. We requested a Nebiolo and she was able to make it happen. I really like their grenache rosé and their Nebiolo blend.

We found Don Tomás from our ATV guide Sergio from Off Road Tours and we really loved the property…read more The next time we came to the Valle we booked here and stayed in the cabin with the glass roof. It's a very romantic cabin, too bad the weather didn't help us as it was cloudy at night, but we enjoyed it regardless. We enjoyed the wines here as well as the food. The restaurant Surgencia is delicious. If you like pork the tamarind ribs are delicious, but honestly you won't go wrong with any of the dishes. Chef Eduardo is simply amazing and he takes care of the diners making sure everything is perfect for you. The staff are all that way as well, you can tell they care about the customers and take great pride in their work. We will be back!!!

Love visiting this place! Great atmosphere and amazing view to the valle…read more Great wine and meal options. Really enjoy doing the the tasting! Service as always is great!

If you're looking for one of the most unique and elevated wine experiences in Valle, Decantos…read moreVinícola absolutely delivers. From the moment you walk in, the vibe is unmatched. The outdoor patio has a sleek, modern design that perfectly blends with the natural beauty of Valle de Guadalupe open air, scenic views, and the perfect place to unwind with a glass in hand. When you step inside, the space shifts into a cool, refreshing escape with great air conditioning, making it the perfect balance of indoor comfort and outdoor charm. The wine tastings here are easily some of my favorites in the valley. Every pour feels intentional, well-crafted, and showcases the best of what the region has to offer. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or just getting into tastings, this place hits the mark. And let's talk about the food absolutely delicious. The brick oven pizza is a must. Fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked, it pairs so well with their wines that it's hard not to order another round. Overall, Decantos is the kind of place that checks every box: great wine, amazing food, beautiful atmosphere, and a modern, relaxed vibe. Can't recommend it enough definitely a 5-star experience.

We loved our tour here. We booked a tour off a cruise ship that went to two wineries and this was…read moreone of them. Loved the ride through the vineyards in the cart pulled by the tractor- and what a treat to enjoy wine in the beautiful vineyards. Our visit also included a barrel tasting - which was delicious. Our host could not have been more charming and the snacks we were offered - skewers of cheese and fruit and meat - perfectly complimented the wines.

Absolutely loved this place! They have a play area for kids, bikes you can ride, a soccer section,…read moreand plenty of space for kids to run and play. The best part is that they have seating next to the play area where you can supervise and enjoy doing inks and food at the same time. The food... amazing! No complaints. We loved everything we ordered!! Highly recommend this place, specially if you have kids.

Happened on to this place by a wrong turn which turned out so right! The outdoor dining with a…read moreview of the vineyards was spectacularly tasteful and peaceful . We ordered the Cabernet which was so good we purchased three bottles to go . The food was also perfecto . We had the vegetable salad which was incredible and the Annacherra entree . Cooked perfectly with crispy potatoes!!! My compliments to the chef and our lovely server

Xecue Winery This…read morewas our first stop of the day, and honestly... it was just meh. ‍ We did the classic 5-wine tasting because we were on a mission to hit at least one more spot before dinner - priorities, you know. The wines were good. My friend fell in love with the first one, a white whose name apparently meant LOVE in the local dialect. Very on brand for her. ‍ We also tried their cheese breads - they had savoury and sweet options. I was team savoury while my friend was all about the sweet because balance, right? Overall, nice little stop to warm up our taste buds, but nothing that blew our minds. Just a casual "hey, we're in Valle" vibe before continuing our wine-fueled adventures.