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.

The main issues seem to be: Seating: we made a reservation,…read morebut were placed outside during an exceptionally hot weekend despite requesting indoor seating or an outdoor table under a ceiling fan. Those areas reportedly remained empty. Conflicting information: One server said we could order à la carte, while another later said only the buffet was available. The captain ultimately denied the request. Poor beverage quality: The Americano coffees appeared to be regular drip coffee, and the orange juice seemed watered down. Slow and inattentive service: Sugar and milk took a long time to arrive, and afterward the servers did not check on our table until we requested the bill. Given the lack of service and the misleading or inconsistent information, we felt the experience did not warrant a tip. The problem wasn't just one minor issue--it was a pattern of poor hospitality, inflexibility, and contradictory communication.

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 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.

The review is based solely on the service in their "deck"/ wine hosting area. After visiting a few…read morewine establishments and 5 star rated restaurants throughout the valle, this was our first encounter where we felt a wine host was snobby and pretentious. Comments like "I'm sorry I forgot about you guys" "if you don't typically drink wine I recommend this"... to make matters worse the younger lady with reading glasses helping in the kitchen area proceeds to comment on how my kids should spend their time while on their premises. You know, the typical comments about screen time from and individual who knows absolutely nothing about your day to day or how you've spent all that day touring other locations and the kids and parents just need to take a breather. All in all, not impressed with the service, the cheeseboard was subpar, and the pizza was doughy. 2 stars for the homeless cat who was the highlight of our visit.

Came for breakfast and it was walking distance from where we were staying. It was so relaxing and…read morethey have their own honey and jams that they make for sale. I only wish we were there later in the day to try their pizza. The breakfast was good. I believe our server was Alejandro. He was very friendly and attentive

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.

I'm writing this review as the tour organizer to provide additional context regarding our recent…read moregroup visit. The setting is beautiful; however, our group experience was extremely disappointing. We waited over two hours for a three-course meal, and several dishes arrived lukewarm and dry. Service throughout the experience was poor, and when we spoke with the manager, no effort was made to address or fix the issues. This was especially frustrating given it was a prepaid group reservation and a birthday celebration. While concerns were not raised further on-site to avoid disrupting the group, the experience accurately reflects what occurred. We hope this feedback is taken seriously and leads to meaningful improvements. Edit to add: As the tour operator, we ultimately issued a refund to our clients after the venue declined to do so, in order to uphold the level of service our guests expect.

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.

Probably the worst vineyard that I've ever been to. The service was absolute garbage. This isn't…read morethe first time I've been to this place and every time I've gone. We always have the same experience. The service is terrible. Other than that location is actually pretty nice but it's not wheelchair accessible. The food is possibly the best thing about this Vineyard. I'd give it a seven or an eight tops. If you've never been, it's worth going for five minutes, taking a look at it and having a look around, however, when we're talking about the wine, it's as bad as they get.

Once Pueblos kindly accommodated our table of four, at the last minute, when I called and said we…read morewere staying close by at Banyan Tree. They were very welcoming and set us a beautiful table outside bringing lights and blankets. The view was great. All the staff were so kind. Chef Sandra came to introduce herself and was so enthusiastic. She answered all our questions about her amazing food. The award-winning wine options were explained in detail and we settled on a bottle of dry white and some rose by the glass. Both good value. Our server, Julia, was lovely - knowledgeable and friendly. As our appetizers we shared Pastel de Uchepo and the plantain with mole. As Entrees we shared shrimp and lentils and carnitas. All were delicious. We would without doubt visit Once Pueblos again. Highly recommend a visit.

Once Pueblos is a wonderful restaurant in Valle de Guadalupe. The service is exceptional,…read moreattentive, warm, and professional. The charcuterie board stood out with its excellent variety of artisanal cheeses and meats, all beautifully presented. Some of the cheeses were from the goats on the property, pretty cool--and other fresh ingredients came from the region. The "Torre de Uchepo" (Uchepo Tower) was the best. Uchepo is a soft tamale made from white corn, traditional to Michoacán, and here it is taken to another level. It's served with pork rib and a green tomato and puya pepper sauce, topped with fresh farm cream and Cotija cheese. An absolute must! The wines, all produced from the on-site winery, paired perfectly with both the charcuterie board and the tamale dish. The peaceful views of ducks in a small pond and a nearby pasture with sheep and horses. They have dogs too, which are all so friendly and, in my opinion, added to the experience as a dog lover. It's a serene experience that perfectly complements the quality of the food and wine. And the service, the service is like no other. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy the best of Valle de Guadalupe's culinary and wine scene. I look forward to returning for an actual meal, we had dinner reservations, but wanted to stop by. The restaurant is off the beaten path. At the gate, you'll enter and continue driving around the property to the top, where the restaurant sits with gorgeous views. You'll see a small pond and a set of stairs--follow them up to the top. The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor seating.

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!!!

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.