Lets start with the pluses: Nice looking atmosphere well decorated with the "trendy garage door style look". Went in at 6 pm on a Thursday night for dinner. Was seated within a reasonable about of time. They had an acoustical guitarist playing in the lobby. So far so good. It seems as though every chair was different, so "garage sale chic", but only a few had cushions, so if your looking for comfortable seating this isn't the place. Most seats were simply wood, including the wood bench where I was seated at. I was helped after about five minutes. Not too long, but nothing exceptional. I ordered a glass of Pinot Noir ($13) and a humas plate ($12) for starters. Retail price for a bottle of babcock ritas is $19. I was surprised to be served the red wine in a cheap water glass 1/4 filled, see pic below. More "garage sale chic". In looking at the menu, down at the bottom they said they add a 3% surcharge due to their support of minimum wage. I really didn't understand what they were trying to say other than they were going to charge me more. Did that mean their staff was better paid and therefor tipping should be different? It wasn't like the prices were low. I didn't understand it nor did I appreciate it. I'm happy when people get paid well, but build that into the price, there should not be a surcharge for it. The waiters and waitresses were young 20 somethings and while nice, they were not professionals. By that I mean they could not discuss how a dish was prepared or recommend a wine beyond the usual "most people order." There was no dress code for staff, and while there was nothing bad about their dress, there was zero that was professional. I ordered the Harissa Chicken ($18). I dine out allot, and I've never seen this before: it was served in a too small iron skillet, with the potatoes on the bottom, with whole pieces of chicken on top smothered in greek yogurt. The food rose above the level of the skillet. It looked silly, and I wish I had taken a pic of it. If you wanted to take the fat and skin off the chicken, you ended up spilling your food onto the table. If you wanted to have a bite of potato you had to try to move the chicken aside and fork a piece. I ended up with potato, chicken and yogurt on my table top. If they served the skillet on top of a plate, it would have made a little more sense. The customer next to me had ordered the same thing and didn't eat it, I understood why after I attempted to eat mine. The hummus was sweet, which is unusual, so while other may like it, I'm just not a fan of sweets so I would not order it again. The little bit of chicken and potatoes I was able to eat before giving up on trying to eat it was okay. Not bad, nothing exceptional. The very, very worst part of the experience was the acoustics of the place. The floor is concrete (again, garage chic), the ceiling is smooth, and every sound bounces and seems amplified. The servers and guests had to either speak very loudly or shout to be head. Even to speak with my wife we had to lean across the table and raise our voice. I'm not exaggerating. The problem that night may have been compounded by the music, because everyone had to talk over that, but he was in the lobby - the acoustics are that bad. It wasn't unusual to hear people 5 tables away having to shout to be heard. If you need to use the restroom, you have to grab keys attached to placards and exit the restaurant. Great, just what I want to handle, placards that have been used by everyone coming back from the bathroom. yuk. The bill was $64.47, see pic below. I was very surprised to see them suggesting a tip of 20% and 25% for non-professional level of service that are apparently paid more already? Maybe its is just me, but when I dine I like to be in a place where I can converse with the guests at the table and be served by a professional. This felt like dining in a neighbor's garage with their kids playing waitress - complete with concrete floors, actual garage doors and wine served in water glasses. read more

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This place was so cute!! The decor and atmosphere is so great. I went to lunch with a few girlfriends and it was perfect. The decor is bright, slightly quirky and a throwback to another time. I wish I took a picture of my food. Maybe next time. I had the muffuletta sandwich with fries and the were both so tasty! So much flavor. My friends had the linguini with vegetable, one added chicken, one added shrimp and they both finished them. I will just make the assumption that it was good. I will definitely come here again!! read more

Really not a fan. Food was just ok, but I would have expected it to be better given the price we paid. Service was slow. Took 40 minutes to get our food. read more

This is such a quaint neighborhood restaurant with a charming eclectic decor. The food is delicious and plentiful, and the service what you would expect. Servers are charming and personable. read more

Love this place! I've been here twice: once for drinks on a Saturday night and the second time for their happy hour during the week and both experiences were amazing. I'm all about the ambience and service when it comes to restaurants and Finch accomplishes that. I brought my pup on my second visit and I absolutely love how the outdoor is set up where it's just inches away from the inside and no walls or doors to feel disconnected. Also, I have to mention the outdoor seating area has artificial grass!! I've never been to a restaurant that has artificial grass where my dog is comfortable to lay on and take a nap. The servers were so amazing, not only to my party but to my dog as well. They made sure she had enough water and offered little rice and chicken bowl in case she was hungry. I had to decline though because she's on a raw diet but it was very nice of them. This turned out to be a long review but I can't stress how awesome this place is. The food is delicious too! Pork belly/short rib sliders, peroigi and hummus were my favorite off the menu and I'm obsessed with the bee keeper cocktail drink! Thank you Finch for the awesome experience. We'll be coming back for more! read more

Finch - Outdoor area - American Near Me - Wildomar, California

This past weekend we had my daughter's bridal shower brunch at Finch. It was perfect! The food was incredible, we had picked their brunch option for our party. I worked with the manager Sarah to set the date and details and Kristi helped us the day of. Everyone loved it! Perfect for what we were looking for...such a cute atmosphere! Everything went great...Thanks so much! read more

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Wow! What a wonderful find! Adorable place with great, eclectic food. Everything was tasty. But the best part was the wonderful service. With a party of 9 on a busy Mother's Day, I was blown away by the lovely Xander and his ability to be personally attentive to everyone in our party. Highly recommend. read more

Great service and ambiance. Good food selection. Excellent drinks. Their bread pudding is the best! read more

We've been here a few times and it has alway proved to be consistently very good with a very good but limited focused menu. It was very busy this time, but they were able to accommodate us by shifting the bar around which was appreciated. We came in for lunch and I had the French dip which rated up there with some of the best I've had. Gf had the burger and really enjoyed it saying it was delicious and cooked perfectly. The service was again very attentive, friendly and relatively quick given how busy they were. I highly recommend this place although I think the words is getting out and may make it harder to get in....darn...cheers! read more

Ambiance, service, food! None of it!I have given it a try several times, nothing has changed! Service was disappointing! Bar, they don't alway have what you like! read more

If you're "Sippling Bubbly, Feeling Lovely," then make a stop here @ this cute, rustic dog-friendly eatery on the corner of Clinton Keith Road & Palomar. Per our server Corey (sp?) it has been open shy of only 2 months. The space is divided into an outdoor area, along w/ some community tables & bar-seating. My man & I had just got done hiking over @ the nearby Santa Rosa Plateau when we noticed this spot along the way. I saw the side patio with grass & figured it would be a good place for my pup Snickers to join us for a late lunch. A Bourbon lover- I could not wait to try "An Old Pecan," classy w/ a bit of Pecan Syrup that is perfect for a lazy Sunday afternoon under the sun. The kitchen was closing in preparation for their dinner menu, so Corey recommended their staple- the Finch burger. Bountiful & tasty w/ a nice slab of bacon, it was delicious to devour. We did notice that another couple walked away, when they realized the kitchen wasn't open. As the place is new, we thought it would be better if they kept it open for more hours, ie to accommodate any travelers passing through. We were only there for lunch & so had a peek of the brunch-type menu but heard that @ dinner they are known for their Peruvian fries. We really loved the service as they were attentive to both humans & the four-legged variety, offering a water bowl for our puppy who lapped it all down after a hike. We would definitely come here again & support a local business that is new w/ a modern decor & good @ craft cocktails. On wknds, brunch goes from 9am to 3pm, and during Mon-Fri, lunch is from 11am to 3pm. Dinner goes from 4pm to close, but the kitchen stops serving food around 9pm- FYI for those who crave late munchies. I am not from around these parts but am always on the hunt for unique eateries that can marry a solid drink w/ an assortment of appetizers on top of quality service. They also take reservations- 951-678-2050 & apparently have a New Year's Eve celebration coming up w/ a specialized menu & champagne toast. read more

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Unfortunately we stopped in to check it out and there wasn't anything my husband would remotely try! I'm a little more adventurous but even the appetizer fries had me wondering "what is this place all about"? Our fried had a cream sauce, pepper sauce and then, get this: Cilantro, sliced green bar olives and salted Planters peanuts...... we decided to finish these and head across the street. No need to mention where, but we ate dinner there. We might try brunch but that's a "might". I just don't get the decor OR the menu........ The service was great though! read more

Finch - American Near Me - Wildomar, California

Lexis was very attentive and looked out for us. They made their beets appetizer taste out of this world. I had the Meat and Potatoes which was wonderful. The carrots we're scrumptious and don't get started on those potatoes. They were like a dessert, I would almost say they are better than sex. Great place to eat. read more

Finch - Yummy dinner. Meat and potatoes - American Near Me - Wildomar, California

Wish I could give 10 stars! I LOVED the food and drinks!!! I went for my birthday for a small little get together and it was quick service and the ambiance was magnificent!! I love the whole vibe of this place and I will definitely be back!! read more

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This place has a delicious menu and the atmosphere and service is wonderful! No more to add! read more

Great location! Great ambiance with eye-catching rustic decor. Service was good. Ordered chicken & waffles, and it fell short of my expectations. Smothered in sausage gravy. ($14) Chicken was a little on the dry end. Portions are medium sized. I thought it was a little overpriced. Friend ordered steak & eggs. ($20) Other friend ordered quiche. ($14) Although both were very good, all three dishes are not for the hearty appetite. Is it worth a second visit? Not for me. Prices are with taxes. read more

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We were at Finch two years ago, and at the time it was not good and as a result I wrote a one-star review. Many of our friends have told us how much they've enjoyed this place so we decided to give it another try, for Father's Day dinner. I was so hoping this would be the visit that changed my mind. It wasn't, and it didn't. In all fairness I am leaving a two-star review this time because it was edible, mostly, but it just wasn't good. We ordered the calamari and Brussel sprouts to start. Nothing special but again, edible. The drinks we ordered, two old fashioned and one specialty drink were way too sweet and not very good. For our entrees two people ordered the rib eye, one person ordered the salmon and risotto and I ordered the chicken panini. The rib eyes were fine, nothing great but hey, they're not a steakhouse. The salmon risotto has a ton of beet purée on the bottom of the bowl which is very sweet. The risotto was fine, but overall this fell under edible. The chicken panini was dry and the bread was hard to eat. I tried to eat the panini without the bread but the chicken was too dry. The fries were good, but just that, fries. We opted to skip dessert. We gave them another chance and I just can't see coming back. At least now we can say we gave them another try. read more

Finch - Panini - American Near Me - Wildomar, California

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There is so much room for potential here, but my first visit left me less than impressed. The service seemed a bit disorganized and quite slow at first, but got "better" towards the end of the visit. The food was pretty good. I had the sloppy joe and it was honestly a great sandwich. The drinks were a bit watered down and although the tea had a fancy name, it needed help. The decor of the place and setup is gorgeous and a really cool layout. Such a cool idea what was done with the turf on their garage door porch. Really gives it a neat feel when your out there. Overall I'd give the place another try, but I wouldn't flat out recommend it until I try it again for myself. I'm sure the first visit was just growing pains since the restaurant is brand new. Enjoy! read more

Those yams... lord I'll be dreaming of them for the rest of my life . Everything was yummy. Drinks were good. Great ambiance. But those yam fries were literally a gift from GOD. read more

Love, Love, Love this place. Great food, good drinks, cool atmosphere, definitely one of me and my families favorites! One of the places we miss the most since moving to Tennessee but we always stop by when we visit! read more

Delicious food, wonderful drinks, super fun atmosphere. We enjoyed the Brussel sprouts and had one of the best burgers ever. I am looking for to coming back again and trying the fried chicken curry and the other food. read more

Driving by, saw the cute sign and store front while visiting a friend. Suggested we try it and we were very pleased. Great atmosphere, great food, wine and dessert plus great service. What more can you ask for? read more

Third time coming here and the food and atmosphere never disappoint. Zander waited on us and was absolutely excellent. Highly recommend!

Finch's restaurant serves a eclectic bohemian charming place in Wildomar. Their Sunday Brunch of BLTA Bennie & seafood soup was equally scrumptious! The flavors were amazing! Very friendly staff, clean restrooms w/ historical info of Lake Wildomar, & thank you for a delightful brunch! read more

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Such a PERFECT brunch spot! I am So happy we found this place because we are going to keep coming back. The staff was so accommodating. We walked in with 14 people and they immediately accommodated us. The food and service were great! We will be back! And the decorations here are to die for! Love it! read more

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Delicious food and drinks! The service is always welcoming and friendly with our family. This is our all-time favorite restaurant in the IE.

Just want to say a big thank you to Lexi and Nick for making our early dinner on Monday so special. Your hospitality and kindness made our first time visiting Finch a memorable one. I'm a waitress and it's always a blessing to come across other restaurant staff that genuinely care for the people they come in contact with. So thank you both again and we will be back again! God bless read more

This place is great! We told the bar tender to surprise us with drinks and everything she made was delicious! They are clearly trying to keep their business alive and well during COVID and are offering a good balance between keeping people safe, while respecting peoples decisions to be out dining. Thanks Finch! read more

Food is very mediocre, bar tenders and service is great tho ... I had the fettuccine, was very oily no flavor, drinks are good. When I stopped by the owner was there walking around taking photos. But he never bother to greet anyone, he seem arrogant. read more

The food is always great here. I just believe one thing is they need a little more consistency in the recipes, I got the same dish 2 different times and the flavor keeps changing. Other then that servers are great and the food is great. read more

Service was marginal. Food is okay but nothing special and the prices are high. The ambiance is nice but not comfortable. Bartender was kinda an as#s. read more

I had the fried calamari and although well presented they were super small and the price made me expect bigger ones read more

Finch - The potstickers were very good Service was amazing! - American Near Me - Wildomar, California

I usually don't announce that I am a working executive Chef with 25 years in the kitchen but it's relevant for this review. I was excited to try this place based on the reviews. We went on a Saturday night mid service to give them the best shot to impress. I won't get into the speed of service, I understand staffing in this day and age. I could rant but I get it. The dishes we had all seamed to be conceptually thrown together with no true goal in mind. The salmon was cooked perfect but served on a risotto that was not properly prepared. It was over cooked, gummy and had no seasoning whatsoever. Not even a hint of stock. Then there was a beet purée that served no purpose other than they thought the color looked good. None of the flavors elevated each other in any form. I feel bad that beautiful salmon lost its life to be served with these sides that ruined its perfection. Seeing the steak dish with chimichurri and béarnaise hit the table was a bigger disappointment. It was literally Béarnaise and Chimichurri on the same piece of meat?!? They are on polar opposites of the sauce world. When both made in there original form and then combined is offensive and confusing. One adds richness and is delicate. The other is acidic to cut through richness. They were fighting each other so obnoxiously the dish was inedible. Conceptually I do think this could become something but I don't think they gave the dish any thought. Standing on the shoulder of geniuses without regard for the process or reason things work may be Pinterest'ing but isn't how it's done. The cocktails were wonderful and the apps were good. reduce the entrees, stay with what you do well. Then really work to develop the concepts and rerelease entrees that fit the wonderful space. read more

Good food and great service. I would recommend this place to anyone. The beers on draft are enjoyable and good vibes

Nice little hipster spot. Drinks were kind of whatever but I didn't mind it. Food was just not good. Granted my visit was 2 years ago now but hopefully they have upgraded their menu a bit. Generous with 4 stars. read more

Came back and was even better than before! Lauren was a fantastic server with great recommendations. Food and atmosphere the best down in this area for sure. read more

My man friend and I got there just as the kitchen closed (9pm on Friday night) We had drinks at the bar. Super cute/Instagramish decor. Staff is friendly. Shout out to KYLE -Johnny- we're going to continue to call him KYLE! Cool guy with great recommendations, I can't wait to come back for brunch! :) read more

This place is a hidden gem!!! The service is phenomenal! Zander is the man, super friendly and went above and beyond to make our night even better! Him and the team here tonight have definitely left a great impression! Would recommend checking it out! Thanks again Zander and team! read more

Service and food was amazing! Also the whole vibe of this place is truly unique and beautiful!Unfortunately my portion of the food was very small for a very expensive price, I ordered the vegetarian cannelloni and got literally just 2 of them for 25$, which I personally think is too overpriced when you're not even getting full from it... my friend ordered the Thai salad which was 18$ and a lot bigger but barely any chicken in it. I might come back just because it's a nice place, but food wise I think they could do a lot better! read more

Finch - Vegetarian Cannelloni and Thai Salad - American Near Me - Wildomar, California

If rude hipsters and okay food are what your up for than this place delivers. The bar is the worst part. The employees love each other and forget that customers are there. read more