I call golf courses like these "sleeper courses." They are diamonds in the rough (no pun intended.)…read moreSince they are a tad off the beaten path (again, no pun intended,) they are not frequented by non-local golfers. Well, those folks are missing out! This track is in very good condition. The bunkers are above par (that's a good thing,) the tee boxes are not beat up, and the pace of play is not bad either. Their greens are some of the truest and fastest around. I highly recommend you check them out.

My wife and i attended a wedding here and were absolutely blown away on the Scenery and the Service…read moreof the Staff that worked there. The wedding ceremony and reception was handled so smoothly. We were very impressed!! The bar area was very clean and the variety of drink selection looked unlimited. For dinner we selected the steak. The Steak here was Amazing!! It was a Harris Ranch NY steak that just melted in our mouths. It was Cooked to perfection!! I've had quite a few steaks throughout the years but this was one of the best one I've had! My Compliments to the Chef! I would highly Recommend this place for your venue.

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I loved it here! #onlyatjamesdeanat201main @201socialnights @201main @jamesdeanrestaurant&bar…read more#mariachi #livemusic #livedjs #besties #drinks #food #burgers #wings #tacos #nightlife #vip #bottle service #buzzballbiggies #modelo #pacifico #buzzybooth

I love this place. The food is great. The bartenders have become our friends. If you are not a…read moremember you should. The drinks are a great price for members.

Oh yea we will be back, we had a wonderful stay at Salinas elks great people and a wonderful place…read moreto stay overlooking the golf course the lodge is super clean and they have great food too ,,and they offer free laundry and free ice

Thank you Oscar & the entire team at Oscar by Oscar, for making our wedding day an absolute dream…read morecome true. From the very beginning, your professionalism, organization, and dedication gave us confidence that we were in the best hands. Oscar, you did an incredible job keeping our timeline running smoothly and ensuring every detail of the day came together seamlessly. The vision you brought to our reception was breathtaking, and seeing everything come to life exceeded anything we could have imagined. Every detail reflected the care, creativity, and passion you put into your work. We are especially grateful for all the behind-the-scenes effort you put into coordinating with our vendors and organizing every aspect of the day. Because of you, we were able to relax be present & truly enjoy every moment with our family and friends What makes your service even more special is that you were not only our planner and coordinator but you also captured some of the most incredible videos of us throughout the entire day. Being able to relive those moments through your lens is such a priceless gift & you managed to capture so many genuine memories that Alexis & I will cherish forever. What sets you apart is not only your talent but the genuine care you have for your couples. You made us feel valued, supported, and celebrated throughout the entire process. Your passion for what you do shines through in every detail, and it is clear why Oscar by Oscar has such an outstanding reputation. Thank you for helping create memories that we will cherish for the rest of our lives. Your vision, dedication, creativity, and passion truly make you the best of the best. We are forever grateful for everything you did to make our wedding day so special and will never forget the incredible role you played in one of the most important days of our lives

Oscar and team were impeccable! They executed my vision for a "Under the Tuscan Sun" themed 40th…read morebirthday dinner flawlessly. Absolutely everything I could have imagined and much more. They literally turned my backyard into a picturesque Italian Villa. No detail was missed, and every step of the planning process, from vision boards, budgets, rental selections and personal touches were methodical and just a breeze. Oscar was very receptive to every idea, tentative, responsive and extremely professional. We loved him so much, he's literally like family now (on speed dial) and ready to plan our next event in October; our first baby shower! Thank you Oscar for your personable touch and exquisite demeanor.

Don't be fooled! This is NOT an old blue haired, ag wealthy, Republican women's social spot! Not…read moresaying that you won't see this demo represented dining here, but this is actually a very competent, professionally run restaurant. It is staffed by the crème de la crème of Salinas Valley matrons volunteering in the professional chef directed kitchen, as well as being your servers. Not to drop names but the last time I was there, a member of the Salinas City Council who is a force with whom to be reckoned in the ag industry, and a philanthropist for our local hospitals was serving my table!!!! And, she was very, very good! Food? Go to the website and you'll see a really awesome menu that changes monthly to reflect the seasonal produce available. As expected for our valley, it is a veg forward menu which is much appreciated. There is always one vegetarian dish that is offered. Besides the entrees, which are amply sized and run about $20, there are a selection of familiar sandwiches, two fresh house made soups, and main dish salads with house made dressings (YAY and thank you for making your own dressings!). You can also order a 1/2 sandwich and salad or soup. Honestly, this is a full-service restaurant with excellent tasty food! I've had their version of Chicken Cordon Bleu, the Reuben sandwich, the Chicken Apple Brie Salad with house made Ranch, and the Monte Cristo sandwich (great rendition!). I've been perfectly delighted with everything put in front of me. While I always prefer a chicken thigh to a breast, I've never had a dust-dry chicken breast. Sides are usually about $7-$10, and desserts are $10. The salad greens are ALWAYS hand selected, and torn, and NEVER from a damn food service bag. Soups are delicious! I always get soup, an entree, and I have to get dessert as it is ALWAYS a taste sensation. HOT TIP: Help save the planet one take-out container at a time! Take your own leakproof containers in a re-useable bag. I eat my soup, and my dessert, and take home a portion of the entree for a later meal. When you take your own containers, the leftovers will keep fresher, and won't leak all over your clothes and your car. You'll be a happier camper and feel good about your choice! Service? As mentioned, the Valley's doyennes are your servers. Sometimes they mess up, but corrections are made quickly and with grace. For fox sake, folks, be kind to servers in general, but these servers are volunteers! Chat'em up if you're not from here and you'll usually get some awesome history and stories about our valley. Ambiance? C'mon, man! This is the childhood home of JohnSteinbeck! It's beautifully restored to that period with all sorts of photographs on the walls. Any history or literature buff will be thrilled to pieces to be taken here! I've lived here over 30 years, and I still learn things every day about this extraordinary area! WARNING: this is not a place that can accommodate folks unable to climb about 15 stairs. This is a great place to take the older relatives, but it's also a great place for a quiet, delicious lunch at which to actually talk to your companion. Go here NOW! You will be happy!

Amazing hospitality by volunteers!!…read more Loved the vibe and food. Had a good time. Would love to revisit the place and will highly recommend it.

Attentive staff, pet friendly patio, with a variety of seating arrangements and shade/ sun spots. A…read morestage for live music and a beautiful variety of wines to taste for a reasonable tasting fee of $20.

Odonata is already my favorite wine tasting place in River Rd, very friendly and welcoming must try…read moretheir brut, you can come here and sit and apréciate the beautiful outdoor view ambience is so enjoyable and relaxing. They have variety of wines to choose it won't disappoint you.

We used De Tierra Events for our wedding in Sept 2018. The space was amazing, the estate is…read moreabsolutely beautiful. The olive trees and vineyard vines created a gorgeous setting for the wedding. We used the main house courtyard and front lawn for our 210 person wedding. We highly recommend renting the house for the whole weekend. We used it for our wedding party to stay, rehearsal dinner, staging for many prep items, and hair and makeup. The convenience of having the ceremony and reception next to each other was perfect and worked very well for our guests. We had our dance floor outside and rented string lights set up in an umbrella fashion to give the effect of a tent. Overall, we are very pleased with how everything turned out. I need to write a separate paragraph for Anna Russell and her team. Anna was extremely flexible and helpful throughout the whole process. She had good suggestions and helped us figure out issues as they arose. She was very responsive via email and super helpful the week of the wedding coordinating with our vendors. She was organized and kept all the pieces moving smoothly. We would highly recommend her, her team, and her venue to anyone.

This venue is incredibly magical. We had our wedding celebration at De Tierra Vineyards and it was…read moreperfect. The owner Anna is incredibly kind, accommodating, and lightning fast to respond. The house is gorgeous and it was such a treat to stay among the vineyards. Our guests were in awe of the property, every corner reveals something new. Highly recommend this space to anyone looking to host a special event or getaway.

This Chateau is a fabulous quiet and beautifully maintained, location feels rural although close to…read moreshopping stores and restaurants. Inn keepers are friendly and helpful. Our family spend many days here and was able to enjoy the outside table to eat, where you are surrounded by roses hydrangeas and orchids just to name a few. Pool and ping pong downstairs in the wine cellar area. Just the location for quiet, elegant intimate getaway with family or friends Thank you for a fabulous Mother's Day long weekend!

We stayed here for the SLH Sun Wind & Wine festival at Mer Soleil Vineyards and it was a good and…read moreconvenient choice. We were pleased with our 2nd floor room. It was spacious and comfortable. As others have noted, the stairs are a bit steep but we had no issues with it. The downside of the property is that it feels quite impersonal. You check in like you would at an AirBnB rental. There is ostensibly an innkeeper on site but we never met (nor needed) them. There were also some difficulties getting our reservation payment process finalized. Even though we reserved via Booking.com, the property uses their own system and the information did not coordinate well. It took multiple messages back and forth with a remote service center before things got squared away. Knowing what i know now, I would just book direct if the rates aligned. BOTTOM LINE: A nice choice at a memorable but slightly quirky property. We would stay here again.

What a delightful way to spend a peaceful afternoon!…read more Rustique Winery offers a charming rustic atmosphere, beautiful countryside views, and warm hospitality. The spacious outdoor seating is lovely, but what we especially appreciated was how genuinely dog-friendly they are! Our two pups were welcome even inside the open barn, where there's additional comfortable seating. The wines were scrumptious! I especially enjoyed the stainless steel-aged Chardonnay, while my husband loved the Riesling--refreshing, nicely balanced, and not overly sweet. Another pleasant surprise was the exceptionally clean, spacious restrooms. Always appreciated when traveling! Between the delicious wines, welcoming atmosphere, and relaxed setting, we thoroughly enjoyed our visit. A lovely place to unwind, sip, and stay awhile. We'd happily return!

The singer there was great. Food was wonderful. Met a few new people while sitting on comfortable…read morepatio furniture. Would definitely go again.

Best venue for entertainment in Salinas…read more Was completely remodeled for music and catered events

This review is based on a private event. The historical building is stunning with some parts…read morerenovated. We talked to some staff who gave us a brief background about the building and they were kind enough to give us a tiny tour into areas that were off-limits to the general public.