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My family had a very good picnic at the Four Fools Winery. We packed picnic foods from home. When we arrived at noon, the winery wasn't open yet but Looney Beans Coffee was open, so we got 2 coffees and started our picnic. By the time we were done with our food, the winery was open so we got a tasting to share. We sat in the shaded patio area facing the water. The kids ran around while we enjoyed our wine and the bay breeze. There's some kind of event happening this afternoon, so a DJ was playing music. We loved the atmosphere of this place. It has a little something for everyone. If you are a wine snob, this is not the type of "winery" for you. This is a really fun local place to hang out with friends and family. I'm giving this a 4 instead of 5 star because the wine isn't great. They often have events with food trucks here. You can check their website to find out more about upcoming events.
Beautiful winery with tons of outdoor seating overlooking the San Pablo Bay. We found a Groupon for 2 tastings (regular price $15pp) which allowed us to try 6 wines each. There were 3 whites and 3 reds, and each person received 1 ounce of each. After we finished those, we also tried the bubbly tasting ($7pp). Everything we tried was fantastic! For a Friday night, it was surprisingly quiet. We had the entire balcony to ourselves from 6pm when we arrived to when they closed at 8pm. It was such a treat watching the sun set during an unseasonably warm October evening (around 90deg) and seeing the boats, trains, and ducks go by. Service was attentive. My only complaint is that the seating and tables are quite dirty - dusty with lots of cobwebs, some spiders. Happy to come back again!
I got a Groupon from them and loved it. Mainly because this place was the first place that I was able to go to with my husband, since COVID. We had a great time. I presented my coupon, got our pours in plastic glasses and left with a couple of bottles of wine. There was a musical group playing and the music was fun. They had a variety of seating options inside and out and you have to be quick because people are arriving and will unwittingly take the seat you had your eye on. We sat by where we had a place to look out at the "water." It's not Hawaii, but it was fun. We sipped wine, looked out at the bay and relaxed. There was a tiny breeze which was nice. They had a cute little craft fair and had some food. Please have food with you because the sips are tiny, yet powerful. So food is necessary. Please note that parking is not easy. The parking space is tiny. They are a Harvest Host site so there are a lot of RV's parked and they are arriving and leaving. I got the second to last parking space and I'm glad that I did. The interesting thing is that I had no idea that they existed. I've talked to friends who didn't know that this existed. I do want to say that they have good wine. However, this place isn't fancy like the usual wineries that I've seen. But it's good enough and that works for me.
What'd I say?! A five star rating was coming and here it is folks! This was such an unexpected treat and I'd happily come back here with a vengeance for thirst! The Great: - Indoor and outdoor seating - Nice view from the outside seating - Great service - You can rent out one of their quaint rooms - They have events there like yoga and I remember hearing about karaoke so check out their website - Plenty of parking - Prices are reasonable for the wine tasting Could Be Better: - I remember only a few of the wine samples I had that I liked; most of them were EH. This is such a cool place to do wine tasting. It was actually for my birthday and we went to a previous winery prior to here but it wasn't good so a friend of mine recommended this place. Thank goodness he did because coming here was definitely a highlight for the celebration of YOURS TRULY.
Four Fools is a local gem hidden in the sleepy, often forgotten town of Rodeo, CA. Don't be fooled by the optics as you drive down Parker to , it's worth the slight detour to take the exit to check out the vibe and scenery at Four Fools. The views are amazing, the staff is personable, and the wines are tasty and will please any palate. Crafts made by local artisans are usually available for sale, there are food truck events, live music, yoga classes, RV parking is available, light comestibles (they were testing the possibility of offering charcuterie boards on a recent visit), and did I mention the views? For locals Four Fools is an ideal place to visit for a few hours to unwind, release, and relax without a lengthy drive. I'm ecstatic that Four Fools survived COVID and look forward to seeing how it continues to grow.
Having lived in the nearby section of the East Bay my entire life, it was shocking when a friend offered for us to join at a very local winery. Right up until the point of parking, I was still skeptical; and then we were at Four Fools Winery. This winery is interesting in that, IMO it is good at a little bit of everything while no particular mastery. The location is not at all far from the water and so provides a nice view for those that want to pay attention. But nice is about it, factually there is no conversation level view like of the GGB or the SF skyline. But thats ok. Parking is on gravel so heel-wearers be cautious. The entrance is basic and local-feeling, not all flashy like other places roughly an hour or so northeast. The benefit of this though would be to support local artists and talent and to buy souvenirs and trinkets that reflect the local culture, not Am@z0n. Staff was kind and talkative to the amount you the patron wants to be talkative, they kinda match your energy. And of course, the wine. The flight was good. The wines differed in flavor and texture so that in itself is always interesting. But nothing jumped out to really grab attention, and the flight could have been a little larger. Again, rating of good. So why go to Four Fools Winery? Two reasons for me. One - proximity. For where we live, this is way closer than Napa, Sonoma, Livermore, Santa Rosa or anywhere else. Cutting traffic time, distance, bridges and gas makes a big impact. And the view is still good if not grande. Two - balance. One more star would come if Four Fools really excelled in one or two areas. Instead everything is "good". However there is a value in that. Nothing is bad, and with everything good there is a sense of basic balance which in itself is a plus. And we plan to go back ourselves, so good isn't an acronym for something lesser or negative. So don't be a fool and pass up this local discovery, be a fool for Four Fools and get in there for a relaxing good time.
Cool little spot with tasty wine. The location is low key next to a trailer park area near the water. Parking is spotty. Seating is mostly outdoors. The event, music, and vibe attended was excellent. A few recommendations for the owner would be to add an additional food option on event days (besides one which had long waits) AND remove the uncomfortable outside rocks on the floor of the hang out/walking area. Would go back on an event day since it is close to home and overall a decent little hang out spot.
What a great hidden gem in the small town, Rodeo. Not sure what it was before, but it seems like the rooms are either for someone's living or lodging. You'll have to park below the overpass and walk up to the winery. On summer nights, they have food trucks and live music on every 3rd Thursdays. They have great views of the water and the sunset. Limited seating inside but plenty around the patio and in the back by the stage. They sell some white and red wines that they make on their own. I tried their syrah and zinfindel, the zinfindel was pretty light and tasty. The crowd is interesting, a lot of older people just hanging out and socializing. They also have local vendors around which is always good to support local businesses. It's a great place to explore if you haven't already and the views are unbeatable.
Food Truck Thursday has bought people together at Four Fools Winery. With live music this place surely gets attention. I came here because Curbside Kitchen is there during Food Truck Thursday. It is a nice place to come over. Suggestion is to park on the street, not where Four Fools Winery.
Quaint and cozy venue with great views and excellent costumer service. Thank you Amanda and Mark.
Once a month, during the summer, the winery is opening for Food Truck Thursday. There have been 4 trucks and a cupcake stand each time we come here for this event. There isn't room for more; the winery shares the space with a boat storage area. They have had a live band playing in the event area each time we have come here. There is face painting for kids, a few community groups selling water and such, and of course, the wine is available by the glass or bottle. See my review below for more on the wines. What I like about this event other than good food and wine is I am able to sit on the patio or deck and look at the water and see boats and ships go by. If I'm lucky the peacock and the peahen will wander by they are not afraid of people. It is more enjoyable than sitting a table on the street at other food truck events. I like enjoying my wine where I can relax and not feel I have to swirl my glass and make just the right comments about the wine. Parking can be a problem the winery shares a space with a boat yard, however, there is parking available at the marina
Such a beautiful find! I love the scenery. We did some wine tasting. Service was great. You can order in food from surrounding restaurants or bring your own. Order wine by the glass or bottle. Truly a treat.
I kind of stumbled upon this place but I'm so happy that I did! Initially, I came for a 5k and we got a celebratory glass of red wine at the end. The winery sits right on the water, has beautiful views, and is next to a nice trail! Fast forward to later that week, I ran into them again at an event in Walnut Creek! Unfortunately, I don't remember her name but the lady I met was so nice and encouraged me to come back for the other events that they host so now I'm really looking forward to it! I've only tried two of the wines but both the red and the sweet wines that I tried were really good! Can't wait to go back! read more
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Nicole, thank you so much for your thoughtful review! It truly means…
10 months ago
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Off the beaten path in Rodeo, hides this little winery that's pretty damn chill. The ladies who helped us (owners I believe) were great! They have a limited selection of wines and with a Groupon, we got to try 3 different whites and 3 different reds. Ended up buying 2 bottles of the Zin and had it while watching the sun set over the bay. On Thursdays, they have food trucks and live music (per the lady). I will make my way back for that! I recommend getting the Groupon and emailing for reservations. Totally worth it! read more
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I am happy you appreciated the Winery. We have a new red wine at the…
My family had a very good picnic at the Four Fools Winery. We packed picnic foods from home. When we arrived at noon, the winery wasn't open yet but Looney Beans Coffee was open, so we got 2 coffees and started our picnic. By the time we were done with our food, the winery was open so we got a tasting to share. We sat in the shaded patio area facing the water. The kids ran around while we enjoyed our wine and the bay breeze. There's some kind of event happening this afternoon, so a DJ was playing music. We loved the atmosphere of this place. It has a little something for everyone. If you are a wine snob, this is not the type of "winery" for you. This is a really fun local place to hang out with friends and family. I'm giving this a 4 instead of 5 star because the wine isn't great. They often have events with food trucks here. You can check their website to find out more about upcoming events. read more
Beautiful winery with tons of outdoor seating overlooking the San Pablo Bay. We found a Groupon for 2 tastings (regular price $15pp) which allowed us to try 6 wines each. There were 3 whites and 3 reds, and each person received 1 ounce of each. After we finished those, we also tried the bubbly tasting ($7pp). Everything we tried was fantastic! For a Friday night, it was surprisingly quiet. We had the entire balcony to ourselves from 6pm when we arrived to when they closed at 8pm. It was such a treat watching the sun set during an unseasonably warm October evening (around 90deg) and seeing the boats, trains, and ducks go by. Service was attentive. My only complaint is that the seating and tables are quite dirty - dusty with lots of cobwebs, some spiders. Happy to come back again! read more
5 years ago
I got a Groupon from them and loved it. Mainly because this place was the first place that I was able to go to with my husband, since COVID. We had a great time. I presented my coupon, got our pours in plastic glasses and left with a couple of bottles of wine. There was a musical group playing and the music was fun. They had a variety of seating options inside and out and you have to be quick because people are arriving and will unwittingly take the seat you had your eye on. We sat by where we had a place to look out at the "water." It's not Hawaii, but it was fun. We sipped wine, looked out at the bay and relaxed. There was a tiny breeze which was nice. They had a cute little craft fair and had some food. Please have food with you because the sips are tiny, yet powerful. So food is necessary. Please note that parking is not easy. The parking space is tiny. They are a Harvest Host site so there are a lot of RV's parked and they are arriving and leaving. I got the second to last parking space and I'm glad that I did. The interesting thing is that I had no idea that they existed. I've talked to friends who didn't know that this existed. I do want to say that they have good wine. However, this place isn't fancy like the usual wineries that I've seen. But it's good enough and that works for me. read more
What'd I say?! A five star rating was coming and here it is folks! This was such an unexpected treat and I'd happily come back here with a vengeance for thirst! The Great: - Indoor and outdoor seating - Nice view from the outside seating - Great service - You can rent out one of their quaint rooms - They have events there like yoga and I remember hearing about karaoke so check out their website - Plenty of parking - Prices are reasonable for the wine tasting Could Be Better: - I remember only a few of the wine samples I had that I liked; most of them were EH. This is such a cool place to do wine tasting. It was actually for my birthday and we went to a previous winery prior to here but it wasn't good so a friend of mine recommended this place. Thank goodness he did because coming here was definitely a highlight for the celebration of YOURS TRULY. read more
2 years ago
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Marc G.
We are so pleased you enjoyed the experience. Finding a surprise on…
3 years ago
Four Fools is a local gem hidden in the sleepy, often forgotten town of Rodeo, CA. Don't be fooled by the optics as you drive down Parker to , it's worth the slight detour to take the exit to check out the vibe and scenery at Four Fools. The views are amazing, the staff is personable, and the wines are tasty and will please any palate. Crafts made by local artisans are usually available for sale, there are food truck events, live music, yoga classes, RV parking is available, light comestibles (they were testing the possibility of offering charcuterie boards on a recent visit), and did I mention the views? For locals Four Fools is an ideal place to visit for a few hours to unwind, release, and relax without a lengthy drive. I'm ecstatic that Four Fools survived COVID and look forward to seeing how it continues to grow. read more
3 years ago
Having lived in the nearby section of the East Bay my entire life, it was shocking when a friend offered for us to join at a very local winery. Right up until the point of parking, I was still skeptical; and then we were at Four Fools Winery. This winery is interesting in that, IMO it is good at a little bit of everything while no particular mastery. The location is not at all far from the water and so provides a nice view for those that want to pay attention. But nice is about it, factually there is no conversation level view like of the GGB or the SF skyline. But thats ok. Parking is on gravel so heel-wearers be cautious. The entrance is basic and local-feeling, not all flashy like other places roughly an hour or so northeast. The benefit of this though would be to support local artists and talent and to buy souvenirs and trinkets that reflect the local culture, not Am@z0n. Staff was kind and talkative to the amount you the patron wants to be talkative, they kinda match your energy. And of course, the wine. The flight was good. The wines differed in flavor and texture so that in itself is always interesting. But nothing jumped out to really grab attention, and the flight could have been a little larger. Again, rating of good. So why go to Four Fools Winery? Two reasons for me. One - proximity. For where we live, this is way closer than Napa, Sonoma, Livermore, Santa Rosa or anywhere else. Cutting traffic time, distance, bridges and gas makes a big impact. And the view is still good if not grande. Two - balance. One more star would come if Four Fools really excelled in one or two areas. Instead everything is "good". However there is a value in that. Nothing is bad, and with everything good there is a sense of basic balance which in itself is a plus. And we plan to go back ourselves, so good isn't an acronym for something lesser or negative. So don't be a fool and pass up this local discovery, be a fool for Four Fools and get in there for a relaxing good time. read more
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Cool little spot with tasty wine. The location is low key next to a trailer park area near the water. Parking is spotty. Seating is mostly outdoors. The event, music, and vibe attended was excellent. A few recommendations for the owner would be to add an additional food option on event days (besides one which had long waits) AND remove the uncomfortable outside rocks on the floor of the hang out/walking area. Would go back on an event day since it is close to home and overall a decent little hang out spot. read more
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Marc G.
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What a great hidden gem in the small town, Rodeo. Not sure what it was before, but it seems like the rooms are either for someone's living or lodging. You'll have to park below the overpass and walk up to the winery. On summer nights, they have food trucks and live music on every 3rd Thursdays. They have great views of the water and the sunset. Limited seating inside but plenty around the patio and in the back by the stage. They sell some white and red wines that they make on their own. I tried their syrah and zinfindel, the zinfindel was pretty light and tasty. The crowd is interesting, a lot of older people just hanging out and socializing. They also have local vendors around which is always good to support local businesses. It's a great place to explore if you haven't already and the views are unbeatable. read more
Food Truck Thursday has bought people together at Four Fools Winery. With live music this place surely gets attention. I came here because Curbside Kitchen is there during Food Truck Thursday. It is a nice place to come over. Suggestion is to park on the street, not where Four Fools Winery. read more
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Quaint and cozy venue with great views and excellent costumer service. Thank you Amanda and Mark. read more
Once a month, during the summer, the winery is opening for Food Truck Thursday. There have been 4 trucks and a cupcake stand each time we come here for this event. There isn't room for more; the winery shares the space with a boat storage area. They have had a live band playing in the event area each time we have come here. There is face painting for kids, a few community groups selling water and such, and of course, the wine is available by the glass or bottle. See my review below for more on the wines. What I like about this event other than good food and wine is I am able to sit on the patio or deck and look at the water and see boats and ships go by. If I'm lucky the peacock and the peahen will wander by they are not afraid of people. It is more enjoyable than sitting a table on the street at other food truck events. I like enjoying my wine where I can relax and not feel I have to swirl my glass and make just the right comments about the wine. Parking can be a problem the winery shares a space with a boat yard, however, there is parking available at the marina read more
3 years ago
Such a beautiful find! I love the scenery. We did some wine tasting. Service was great. You can order in food from surrounding restaurants or bring your own. Order wine by the glass or bottle. Truly a treat. read more
6 years ago
Well I guess the joke was on us! This Harvest Host location was a complete bust. Arrived in Rodeo, CA to stay at a Winery; I think it was a white label winery because when asked where their vineyards were, server answered "We source from many different vineyards." Plus I couldn't see anywhere in this warehouse boatyard where they would bottle. Maybe somewhere else? It was 95 and humid as we pulled into this dusty lot full of old boats and loads of old rvs and trailers, the server came out to show us where to park overlooking the bay. There were seven other harvest host guests also staying in the lot. Most we didn't see cause they were in their rigs with the ac on. They had a two tables in the shade; ours was around the corner with no breeze. We were not served any ice water and no misters were on probably because of Covid. I thought I would pass out in that heat but like good sports and to contribute to his business ... we went through with part of the wine tasting. Tastings were $10 each person, about seven bottles opened; we had four sips and left. The first three whites were mediocre; the fourth a Grenache was so high in alcohol that once I took a whiff...I dumped it out. The owner was friendly enough and he told us that people often ask to stay an additional night, which he charges $40 per as he said "there are no other places to stay around the bay." We had a passenger rail train about 50 yards from our RV that ran all through the night! Motorcycles riding down a dirt road to the water's edge. Everything was quite loud because later on in the night we had to open our RV windows. read more
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4 years ago
4 years ago
Found this winery on Groupon and came w family on a Sunday. They give you 3 types of white wine and 3 types of red to sample. They give a generous amount of each type, most of their wines are in the $20-25 range. There's lots of tables to sit outside, weather was nice. Probably wouldn't come back cuz it's a bit far from sj but if you're in this area, it's not a bad spot to wine taste. read more
4 years ago
Besides being a winery, this little gem is also a Harvest Host spot for Rv'ers and we stayed for a night in September 2022. What a fun spot! Good wine, easy access parking spot, friendly neighbors and a great sunset. Everything we needed for a nice evening. read more
We went to Sip Wine & Plant Succulents Event, we received a full glass of wine, also plants, beautiful pots, seashells, beads, glass beads, much more. We also pre-order two charcuterie trays, they were filled with super fresh fruits, mozzarella, cheeses, several types of hard salami, prosciutto, Italian bread truly a work of art, the views from Four Fools Winery, we had several beautiful exquisite peacocks visiting us, two girls and a boy, he actually flew into the tree above us with his gorgeous feathers, as the Sun settled into the snuggling of the Bayarea waters it was truly a wonderful site to watch. The service was an A+, the Four Fool Winery does not serve food, it's a place that has many fun events weekends with Exceptional views, a must visit place! read more
4 years ago
I highly and respectfully recommend this buisness. I love and enjoy coming to celebrate a special ovation or just because. The owner and the staff are Gret! They are extremely friendly and easily become part of their family. The place is gorgeous very inviting and absolutely clean. The selection of wine is very diverse there is something for everyone and the best part they are dog friendly as long they are on a leash and kid friendly, it is a place for everyone. read more
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Four Fools Winery - you have transformed your waterfront winery into our "go to destination" for so many different activities and entertainment! In the last few months, we've enjoyed the Salsa & Sangria, Zumba classes, Whimsy Market and, most recently, the Food Truck night. We've also come by just to relax with great coffee and treats from The Loony Bean - an adorable, bright orange mobile coffee trailer. At each of our visits, we noticed "Jeron" and "Dejah"who have made us feel so welcomed that they should be recognized in this post. We both feel that Jeron, who also owns the The Loony Bean, is a key figure at each of these events. We've watched him,unselfishly, help other vendors set up, heard him discuss the merits of this waterfront gem with future clients (assuming the clients were looking for a spot to host a party, etc.). He's always professional and respectful. At the Food Truck event Thursday, I had to drop off my elderly mom closer to the entrance. When Jeron knew my dilemma (who can watch mom while I parked my car?), he offered to escort her to find a seat so she didn't have to stand waiting for me. I was so impressed with his mannerism as he helped my mom (and,concurrently, dealt with the busy Food Truck event). Dejah, who works at the wine bar as a young sommeliere, is a ray of sunshine! Dejah is knowledgeable about each of your wine characteristics and qualities. Her demeanor is always so positive and calm with customers. Four Fools Winery - we are looking forward to your upcoming events! Thank you for bringing "life" back to the local community and embracing diversity in your selection of events, vendors and personnel. See you soon! read more
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Marc G.
Thank you for the kind words about Jeron and Dejah and our venue.
8 years ago
I wanted to LOVE this place so bad because I love supporting local establishments but I this case the wine was not good. I had a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon. In my opinion it was too acidic and wasn't balanced properly. But in hindsight the view was beautiful and the owner was very pleasant. In either case. Give it a go. You might like it. read more
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5 years ago
We found this place through Harvest Host. The winery is cute - the owner (?) Mark is super friendly and they have a nice deck. I wasn't crazy about their wine nor the view of the refinery to the right. But the bay looks awesome. We were there on a Friday afternoon - it wasn't too buy. the Harvest host is just basically parking amongst RV and boat storage. Again, the bay view is great but it's still pretty industrial. I give it a 'meh'. If you're local - check it out though. We all have different taste in wine! (Oh, the Amtrak train really isn't that noisy - we just popped in earplugs around 5a and slept fine.) read more
Came here on a smoky day (Oakland Hills fire aftermath) but had a great time. The tastings were $5 for seven wines (decent pours too!). My favorite was the Chardonnay (rich and oaky) and the Zin. Becky, was so friendly, chatted with us, answered all our questions, and didn't rush us. She set out salted nuts and chocolate-covered dried fruit, and even gave us an additional glass of wine to enjoy outside after our tasting. We purchased a bottle and it came with a cute snowman gift bag! They have a patio, and outdoor chairs facing the Bay. Too bad the view was obstructed by all the smoke! The winery was started by two couples that everyone warned not to go into business together, hence the Four Fools name. The wines all had fun and unique labels. Someone lives on the property next door but there's ample outdoor and indoor seating at the wine tasting room. The bathroom was very clean and maintained. read more
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We visited this wonderful place for the first time ever yesterday after church.. tell you the truth taught it was going to be not to good... We were blown off your rockers.. this place is a gold mine... We just it. Looking forward to many more fun times there... read more
4 years ago
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Marc G.
Thanks for visiting. We want it to be a place to stop, enjoy some…
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