It's a cool place to go but the service wasn't that good for us. We were seated and waited forever to even get water. The table in front of us sat way after us and they got their drinks and food by the time we were ordering. I also asked for ranch when our food finally arrived and we never got it. Service: 7/10 We ordered chimichurri fries 10/10, the calamari was a little different it was like fries calamari not what we expected but it was good, loved the peppers on top. 9/10. We also ordered the cave burger 9/10 felt like my bacon tasted partial raw but overall was good. read more

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I don't typically like to leave negative reviews--especially for local businesses--but I felt compelled to share this experience. I had made reservations at The Cave at Oak Mountain Winery for a group of 10 girlfriends to celebrate my 40th birthday. I was really looking forward to a special and memorable evening. The day before our reservation, I called ahead to ask about bringing a cake. When they told me there was a policy for no outside food or drinks inside the cave, I asked if we could simply step outside after dinner (near the parking lot) to enjoy the cake, and was still told no. Trying to make the best of it, I then asked what dessert options they could offer so I could plan something in advance for my group. I explained that this was a milestone birthday and I wanted to make it feel special. The response I received was simply to "look at the menu and order when you get here." That completely missed the point. I wasn't just looking to order dessert--I was trying to create a meaningful celebration experience for a large party. What disappointed me most was the lack of care or effort. There was no attempt to accommodate, no suggestions, no sense that they valued the occasion--or even their customers. As a wine club member, I expected at least a little more attentiveness. I ultimately canceled my reservation, and the response was completely indifferent. I also canceled my membership shortly after, which again didn't seem to matter to them. It was honestly shocking how little customer service was shown. For a place that markets itself as an experience, I expected far more--especially for a milestone celebration. Unfortunately, based on this experience, I would not recommend them for special occasions. Two stars for their winery portion and their whiskey distillery- those are great!! I really enjoyed my time with Oak Mountain, until this experience. read more

Cave is truly a hidden gem and one of a kind restaurant. The setting is a very unique where tables are placed in between wine barrels for a private and intimate feel inside a modern tunnel cave with minimalistic decor one would think you're in a Nordic country instead of California. We had an a reservation for lunch on a Sunday afternoon and the host properly checked us in and we got seated after a very short wait. Since it's a Sunday they have a brunch menu in addition to their regular menu. For starter we had the birria empanada which is nicely fried and comes with consommé (4/5). The pork belly hash is decent but a bit underwhelming and somewhat lacking in flavor (3/5). The duck leg confit is quite nicely done. It's savory and tender with the slightly sweet red wine cherry sauce as a perfect companion along with the tasty mashed potato (5/5). Overall I would rate 4/5 for the food but the unique dining experience inside the wine cave. read more

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We reserved an outside space for a 50th birthday celebration and everything from communication, accommodations, presentation, and food was top notch. I have to say the communication was the best. We had the best time. Thank you for making our birthday special. read more

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Joined for a last minute lunch and were seated in the cave with no wait. The Cave Melt was excellent! Matt was very friendly despite a very busy lunch rush. The fact that the tables are separated by barrel stacks makes the dining experience seem much more private, even when the restaurant was busy. read more

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Well I think I'll begin with the spectacular views. We arrived just before sunset and were seated at an outside table with other friendly guests. Our host introduced us to one of their wines. She was gracious and her knowledge of wines was intriguing. Served with it was a charcuterie filled with meats, fruits and cheeses. Our date night was complete. read more

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Beautiful restaurant in a pretty setting. Food and service were good too. Nice ambiance and views

I've been here a few times now. It really became a favorite of mine when coming to Temecula. I like how the barrels are used as dividers so you feel like you have your own private dining area. I love that! The food is good! We ordered Brussels sprouts as an appetizer and that was made with white wine. That was sooooo good! He ordered the filet medallion and lucky me... They had squid ink pasta that day and I love squid ink pasta so I had that. The filet was tender and came with mashed potatoes and garlic string beans. My squid ink pasta was delicious. It was very flavorful and had shrimp and tomatoes in it. We also had a tasting of 5 wines. For dessert... Lucky me again... My favorite is creme brulee and that was wayyyy delicious! I definitely try to make reservations here when we go to Temecula for a day! read more

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It was an okay dining experience but with a very good and relaxed ambience (we thought the "one man band" in the outside seating area was a huge "plus." From our visit/perspective, the bottom line: The Cave is a "3 star" food and service experience, but at "4+ star" prices. Details: * Being Valentine's Day, this (like most places) restaurant was very busy, making the wait time to be seated a bit more understandable * The food menu options are few, but with enough options to suit most everybody * The cocktail menu only had 4 drinks (we thought this oddly limited, but did not ask if other options were available "off menu" * With no beer selections on the menu, but knowing Oak Mountain Winery also has an onsite distillery, I asked and was told that the Oak Mountain beer options did not sell well in the restaurant, so they only offer nationally branded options (Modelo, Stella, Voodoo Ranger) - I thought them not offering their very own brews was odd * The service was okay, nothing bad, but nothing too special (at higher-end prices, one could expect a high level of attention) * Table service options - most places (even those like Red Lobster) offer bread/butter as a starter - not here * Appetizer - we got the "whipped feta" option which was okay, but we noted not too much attention was given to this tray * Main meal - my Poblano Linguine with tri-tip was good, plentiful, and tasty; the other, the Chilean Sea Bass - it was okay but we have had better at lower-end restaurants (we thought it odd that the Chilean Sea Bass meal cost more than the lobster) * Desserts - there were four desert options, but noticing the cheesecake listed on the "Valentine's 4-course meal menu", we asked about that, but told that option is only available when purchasing the full course selection; we chose to skip dessert It is obvious by the number of guests that this is a quite popular place. It does have some great outside seating areas and the view "from above" is quite impressive. Although it was an okay experience, we do not think it likely that we will return (refer to the "bottom line") read more

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This restaurant was recommended when I booked my hotel at the Vine. Since it was walking distance to our hotel and I never been to Oak Mountain Winery, I decided to make reservations for a wine tour and lunch at their restaurant. We thoroughly enjoyed our wine tour and wanted a small bite to eat to soak up the wine we had. We made reservations to sit inside and I'm so glad we did. Granted the views outside are beautiful, but inside felt more cozy and romantic. I learned through James (wine tour guide) that they placed the tables 6ft apart with wine barrels during covid. They kept the same format and I absolutely loved being tucked between the barrels as it gave us privacy. Mike, the restaurant manager, was our server. He did get tied up with other duties so Elijah stepped in and took care of us. We ordered the sliders which was very tasty. My boyfriend asked for a sweet wine and Mike recommended the Muscat Canelli which he loved. We finished with the churro cheesecake for dessert and that was sooooooo good! I did make a comment to Elijah that Mike forgot about us but he said Mike sent him to check on us. In the end, Mike and Elijah took care of us and they were both friendly and attentive. Overall, it was a wonderful lunch, great service, and we will definitely be back. read more

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What an amazing brunch! The cave was lit up for the holidays and the cozy tables were beautiful. We started with some bubbly and orange juice. My daughters ordered the salmon, and they were not disappointed. Light, flavorful and cooked to perfection. The lobster was also amazing, cooked perfectly and served with lemon, butter and salad. The corn rice must have been an afterthought, not so tasty. And since it was my daughter's birthday they brought out a small cake that was a perfect end to our meal. They made it a very special day for us. read more

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One of our favorite places to enjoy dinner. The ambiance is incredible. You are seated in a cave. Each table is its own private seating area between wine barrels. Wine club members receive a discount on dinner. You can enjoy a wine testing before and after your meal. Mike always does an incredible job of customer service. read more

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This was definitely a 5/5! To start, the ambiance is awesome. The cave gives a unique romantic experience. We came to eat and hand a wine tasting. They have a separate wine tasting room but they allowed us to do the tasting during dinner. The food was delicious and the wine was great as well. I would definitely recommend checking this restaurant and winery out! read more

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The vibes here are so cool and different. Looks like they turned a storage unit into a restaurant but it works! Its dimly lit an romantic inside ther cave, BUT they also have the option to sit outside and enjoy the gorgeous views. Plates are pricey and reflect the area, its temecula and wineries. Expect to pay for overpriced food, its normal out here. Our table ordered, the salmon, chimichurri fries, french toast and priscotto sandwhich. Everyone enjoed their food. We had some sweet wine while there as well. Overall, a delightful experience with family and friends read more

I went here for my anniversary and it looks so pretty inside. It's nice that the tables are separated by wine barrels so you get a sense of privacy. Our server was okay she wasn't the most personable. The food was pretty good. My dish was too salty and my boyfriend's food was a little bland. I wanna go back to give it another chance because I do like the vibe of the restaurant. read more

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The food was ok, not amazing but not terrible and the wait service was good, What really set things off on the wrong foot for us was that when we pulled up to the valet at the top of the hill he informed us there were no more valet or self parking spots open and that we could drive down the hill park next to the freeway and a golf car could pick us up, which we were fine with. We were sat for dinner with a view of the valet stand and we watched as he didn't turn a single other car away even to the point where he would stack cars on the side until something else open up to park them. At the end of the night they did call a golf cart to take us backdown to our car where we were the only car parked by the side of the freeway. We would definitely not recommend this place mostly because of the valet experience. read more

This restaurant is built inside a cave. The tables are set in between wine barrels and the lighting is dim and romantic, I liked that. The view from the outside of this restaurant is so pretty, it's high up in the hills and has a great view but it's not visible while dining. Our server was nice and attentive, I can't recall his name. He made sure we had water and go the items we asked for right away. We ordered the whipped feta appetizer and it was okay, it was very sour and a little overwhelming. I liked it with the celery, but not with the pita. I ordered the salmon and it was cooked perfectly, it came with a risotto that was just okay, it was like it was made with mayonnaise and not with cheese so I didn't really care for that much. The sauce on the plate tasted like sriracha and mayo mixed together, nothing fancy. The roasted veggies were pretty good though. The steak was okay, kind of fatty and has some big tendon pieces which we didn't like. The desserts were really good, the bread pudding was like a French toast cinnamon roll with vanilla ice cream on top. It was delicious, the black decaf I ordered with it was strange tasting though so I didn't really care for the coffee. The cave trio was delicious! We loved all three flavors. Overall this place was just okay for me, we wanted to try it to experience more of the wineries around us. read more

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What a great place. The Valet parking attendant was courteous and professional to start. We had reservations and what a nice place. Tana "Like Banana" was our server extraordinare and was professional, attentive and kind. We started with bread butter and drinks. We opted for Margaritas versus wine. I know but those winery has cocktails, beer and wine. The ambiance is spectacular with each table surrounded by beautiful oak crafted wine barrels. We had lunch with my wife having a grilled chicken salad and I had the short rib. Excellent food, service and people. Highly recommended read more

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We have been impressed with the Cave and Oak Mountain Winery. The food is delicious and they use high quality ingredients. The menu has good variety. My favorite part is the dishes are very reasonably priced for a higher end restaurant. We are members of the attached Oak Mountain Winery, so we are able to enjoy their great winery too.! read more

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Had dinner at Cave Restaurant with a group of friends while visiting the winery. We were a party of 6 and were lucky enough to be seated quickly considering we arrived on a busy weekend night and had no reservations. It was our first time here and we were very impressed! It is very private and intimate. It is so cool inside with every table being divided by wine barrels. It is a great place for a romantic dinner or a group who wants a bit more privacy. My friends tried the red wine flight, as well as the sangrias and enjoyed them. I opted for a glass of white wine which was not my favorite, but it was fine. For dinner I ordered the poblano pasta and it was delicious. I wish I had taken a picture, but I was enjoying it so much that I forgot to take one. We had a great experience here. I am glad we checked this place out and will definitely be returning! read more

This restaurant and winery is absolutely beautiful, with stunning decor and uniquely designed seating areas. A reservation is highly recommended. We opted for the red wine flight and a charcuterie board, both of which were enjoyable. However, due to the layout of the space, sound carried quite a bit, and we could clearly hear a large party seated across from us. As the evening went on, the noise level became increasingly disruptive, which took away from the experience. While the ambiance and offerings were lovely, the acoustics might be a consideration for those looking for a quieter setting. No phone service at the restaurant. read more

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Wanted to love this place. It's pretty cool. Let's start with the good. The restaurant is very cool. We were sat at one of the tables between rows of wine barrels. It feels like each party has their own private room. The service was pretty good too. What rubbed us the wrong way... I booked the reservation the day before and there were plenty of open times so I thought it would be chill. Turns out there are many different venues there (a distillery, outdoor entertainment areas,etc) so parking was a nightmare. Had to park illegally outside and hoof it up a hill to make it on time. The food.... Charcuterie 2.5/5 When it was brought to us, you could clearly see that it was pre-prepared and stored. You can tell by the cuts that gel together, and that everything is cold. Even the bread was ice cold through and through. It wasn't horrible, but for $35, make it fresh or at least warm the bread and add it after. Chimichuri steak fries 3.5/5 Was the better the thing we ordered. Again everything seemed like it was made a few days ago and warmed up. Good, but so much potential to be great. Poblano Linguinie 3/5 Great potential! Loved the idea, but the sauce needed salt and pepper. I see where they were going, and I'd love to get there! Was just more bland than it should have been. When someone orders a chili pepper based sauce (even a super mild poblano) they expect a little somethin tangy. Over all a decent experience. I would come back without the kids and do a tasting and check out the rest of the venue, maybe it will change my mind. But I won't be back to the restaurant. read more

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It's a nice dining experience to have. Our waitress was very nice but the service was somewhat slow. I loved the Sparkling Pomegranate beverage they happened to have on hand but was disappointed with the food overall. The star of the show was definitely the Chimichurri Fries. I was VERY disappointed in the calamari - the salad was fresh but just very average. I wouldn't go out of my way to come back for the food, I'd be interested in trying more of their wines. read more

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We finally made it to The Cave restaurant! While it doesn't look like much from the outside, stepping inside is a different story. The underground space is surprisingly spacious and has a really cool vibe. Our server, Claire, was an absolute gem. She was attentive, kind, and made us feel very welcome. The food was decent, though honestly, I was expecting a bit more considering the price point. That said, the location of this winery is fantastic. There's a great mix of indoor and outdoor spaces with plenty to enjoy. read more

Cave Restaurant - Salmon and beef filet plates - A man with a beard and dark hair is sitting at a table in Cave Restaurant, Temecula, CA, with a glass of red wine, a plate of mashed potatoes, and a meat dish. The background features large wine barrels and a wine glass rack with multiple glasses. The setting is a subterranean wine cellar environment, with other diners visible in the background. - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Temecula, California

Spent my bday weekend here with friends for dinner. Beautiful setting and the food was delish!!!! Had a few bottles of wine too that were amazing. read more

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Tried this winery for the first time with their wine tasting tour and it really impressed me. The tour starts outdoors on the hillside with views of the vineyards, then takes you into the "cave" where wine barrels are stored. Inside, there are different sections and seating areas where you can taste a variety of their wines. I really liked their selection. We ended up getting a membership, it's reasonably priced and includes plenty of tastings. I've already been back twice this summer and had a great experience both times. They offer seasonal wines, including some refreshing bubbly options and fresh sangrias. We sat in the restaurant area and ordered appetizers - Brussels sprouts and chimichurri steak fries. So far, we've really enjoyed the membership. The winery feels cozy in the winter and relaxed, airy and fun in the summer. There's also a small outdoor area with games, which is a nice touch for groups or dates. read more

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This is an interesting place... the idea of eating in a wine cave was intriguing. Let's start with the good! The staff are great! The grounds are pretty! Food is ok but hoping for something a little different considering the venue... Now with the not so good... the acoustics in this cave are awful! You can hear the table down a few spots like they were right there with you! Even with the barrels in between us! It's not too intimate as you would think! It's a bit noisy! Just beware! read more

We celebrated my wife's birthday here with 5 of our friends. Service here was excellent and we were seated in a private little corner next to wine barrels and candle lit ambiance. Everyone was impressed with the food and i really enjoyed the Tri Tip sandwich. I look forward to coming back read more

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This was my first time at this restaurant and winery. As soon as I drove up the little driveway, I was blown away! This place is super cute with all the chairs, tables, umbrellas, games and music outside. Inside the actual "cave", it's super cool with dim lighting. All the tables are tucked to the side with barrels in between so it's super private! I loved that! I had a salad which was delicious and the mixed flight. I really loved both. Our server was very friendly and attentive. He checked up on us often and filled our water glasses without us having to ask. I really like this place, will definitely return and highly recommend to all. read more

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The only thing this place has going for it is the ambience, and even that can't carry the experience. The food is overpriced for what you get, and unfortunately, the quality is nowhere near acceptable. I have no problem paying for good food, but this was plain nasty, no flavor whatsoever. The risotto wasn't cooked through; it had a crunch like raw rice and was served cold. The asparagus was undercooked, and the salmon was completely tasteless. Why make reservations for a restaurant that clearly doesn't take pride in serving quality meals? I've had far better food at Denny's, and that's saying something. Our waiter was cool, but I am very disappointed overall. Bottom line: I will not be going back. read more

The food and overall vibe of this place was amazing!! upon arriving we had a reservation and it felt as if they were under staffer or they forgot about us so the service was kind of slow. When someone actually came they were nice and helpful with recommendations on the menu. Overall food was amazing, wine was amazing and the ambience was perfect will be back forsure! read more

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I'll start off saying we usually LOVE the Cave. We have been members of the winery for 3 years and love to take our guests to lunch anytime someone comes to visit us and get our tasting flights while we dine on their delicious menu. Everyone is always so impressed when the tastings arrive (I'll post some past visit pictures as well). We were so excited for their Valentine's Day dinner but our experience ended up being kind of weird/ uncomfortable. We checked in at the tasting bar to get our receipt to have our tasting flights at our table like we always do, but once seated, the waiter told us we would have to pay full price (something like 22 dollars each for members). Assuming they brought in extra help for the event that may not be familiar with things, I explained that we got the receipt from the bar for our tastings. The waiter started arguing saying the only way to have a flight in the restaurant was to pay full price. He went on to say that every waiter we've ever had there was 'wrong and gave away free wine and that's why a lot of them don't work here anymore". Just such an odd thing to say.... Rather than argue about the flight i said ok we'll just get the glass of wine with the tasting receipt. He said we'd have to go to the tasting bar (where we literally just came from) to get our glass of wine. So I asked him, then what is this receipt that we stood in line for 20 minutes to get from them for? He tried to say it had no relevance. At this point the mood was already ruined and I wasn't going to waste time arguing so we just ordered our food and moved on. What was supposed to be a romantic relaxing dinner ended up being awkward and difficult to enjoy. On the way out we stopped to purchase a bottle of wine and asked the staff at the bar about the receipt. They confirmed it was to give to the waiter to have him bring our tasting flights to our table. As it has been the other 12+ times we've visited. As it was explained to us when we signed up for membership (and why we signed up for membership in the first place). I'm not giving up on them yet as ALLLL the previous times we've been there were fantastic. Guess we'll see what happens next time but the whole reason we joined there was because we prefer being seated and having food with our tastings - if you think about it we are spending more money than if we just went up to the bar and stood there for our tastings. Whatever their current policy may be, they should get the staff all on the same page. read more

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Super unique restaurant at a Temecula Winery. Strongly recommend they have chill vibes, delicious food, great service, and service is great and prompt. We are Temecula winery regulars and love coming here. read more

This was my 2nd time there. First time was great, this time it felt a bit underwhelmed. I was surprised that they took the melting cheese bread off the menu. We did ask was there any other bread options. We were giving cold sauces of French bread with cold butter balls, couldn't even spread the butter on the bread. We ordered the short ribs because I had it last time and it was delicious. But this time, it came to the table not hot, before it came over a big scoop of potatoes, this time a small side. Had to ask for salt and pepper twice, by this time, I left thinking, we should have just gone to Black Angus or something. We were there to celebrate my sister's birthday, the birthday dessert was very nice. She did enjoy that. Over the place is a nice experience, just a few things could happen been better. read more

Cave Restaurant - What I expected - The image shows a white plate with a serving of mashed potatoes, two cooked asparagus spears, and a piece of meat topped with a dark sauce and garnished with microgreens. The mashed potatoes are placed as a base, with the asparagus laid beside it. The meat appears to be braised or roasted, with sauce drizzled over it, and microgreens add a finishing touch. The presentation suggests a gourmet meal, possibly served at a restaurant. - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Temecula, California

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Great spot for a group of people! The food was well flavored and well prepared as well. We had the chimmicuri fries (crispy and not too soggy taking into account of the toppings it had), filet mignon (medium) , wagyu sliders, grilled salmon with risotto and the chicken sandwich. The amount of dishes we ordered was perfect for a party of 7. Elijah, our waiter was very friendly, attentive, and displayed the best customer service. First great impression!!! read more

Cave Restaurant - A rectangular wooden dining table with six chairs, each with black cushioned seats, is set with napkins and plates. A small lamp provides lighting on the table. Behind the table, there are multiple stacked wine barrels on metal racks, situated against a textured wall. The setting appears to be a wine cellar or tasting room, with subdued lighting and a cozy atmosphere. - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Temecula, California

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For the price, even with the cool cave vibe, it wasn't great. They couldn't make a particular drink and rather than just tell me, they brought me something totally different TWICE. A friend ordered an old fashioned and they served it in a wine glass with a straw. The appetizer was good, but three out of four steaks were way overcooked. We waited so long for food though we didn't bother sending them back. The server was nice but you kind of have to pop out from behind the barrels to get their attention if you need something as they rush past. Will be back but only on the patio for small bites, not fine dining. read more

Cave Restaurant - Ever seen an old fashioned in a wine glass with a straw? - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Temecula, California

Wine & good food make the best combination! Food was good, service was a bit slow, and ambiance was nice. We waited on the food a bit longer than normal wait times but overall the company and ambiance made up for it. The chimichurri steak and fries were yummy. Large portions that are great for sharing. read more

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Amazing food, wine and ambience! My husband and I are members and we have shared this place with many of our friends and family. Everyone loves it!!! read more

Been here a few times and really like the atmosphere and food. The chicken sandwich, Ribeye, and Salmon are all good choices. Parking can be a pain so be aware of that. read more

Such a cool and intimate experience dining in the cave. I was pleasantly surprised by the portion sizes of the dishes. We shared the cubano and chimichurri fries and couldn't finish it all. The cubano was delicious with a ton of meat. We had it with the side salad which was refreshing. Great service. We got white wine by the glass... it's whatever they already have uncorked. read more

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