This place is fantastic! Whether you want to come for a date, with friends, or family - I think…read morethis place is great for all. I love the feeling of unwinding and I don't feel rushed. I'm glad this place gives me the space to do that. I want to go back to try different dishes and wines, browse the shops, and save room for dessert! Perhaps I will come on a Friday since they have a farmer's market that day from 9am-1 pm! I had a date night and went on a Saturday, 2 hours before closing. We ordered Calabrese Pizza, Apple & Gorgonzola Pizza, Parmesan Fries, and Rigatoni & Vodka Sauce Pasta. My goodness, everything was GOOD! The Apple & Gorgonzola Pizza was my favorite, pure perfection of flavors. I know there's always a debate with pineapple on pizza but this apple and gorgonzola makes sense, I don't think anyone would ever question it. The parmesan fries was so yummy as well, you get a HEFTY amount. We actually didn't finish a good amount and took this home along with a few slices of pizza. Pasta was delicious as well, there was leftover pasta sauce that we just scooped up with the crust of the pizza. The ambience - amazing and beautiful. It is pretty spread out. I've only been here a couple times but I was able to find a table both times aside from the good amount of people the times I've came. We sat inside the tasting room and the food came out promptly. I do love that on hot days they will turn their misters on, great touch Way to keep us cool! We decided to do the Traditional Wine Tasting where you get six 1.5 oz pours of your choice for $32. Also, you can get free chocolate to pair with your wine at the dessert shop. Delicious, everything I ordered was what I needed. Everyone here just seems incredibly nice. From the people who took your order at the Kitchen, food runners, pourers, even the lady at the dessert shop (even though we didn't get any dessert lol) was friendly. We wanted to get dessert, but we had 15 minutes left till closing, however she didn't rush us out the outside area. I saw that there was a sugar free pistachio gelato flavor. I love that, seems like it was a hit because it was nearly all out! Next time I do go, I definitely want to try that and their cannolis!!! I love Cannolis. Anyways, back to the wine tasting, I believe her name is Cecilia (?), She was great. Great service along with the other pourer at the counter. I did not catch her name but she has blonde short hair and was very nice and friendly as well! Overall, 10/10, & I will be back very soon.

Was in a big 50 people crowd. The whole set up is weird. It's a big nice outdoor venue. Great for…read moreweddings. However.... You order your food - pizzas and small Items at a different location where you would sit or go wine tasting. They will give you a number and they will bring it over. The problem is... you have to get your own silverware and plates and carry them all over the property. You do everything , even get your own water. And go get your own to go boxes and if you have to walk to the other side to get it, you have no choice: The pizzas were ok - wood fired. Their wines were terrible - equivalent to the cheap boxed wines. It is sort of a like a cute place, maybe good if there's only like a few in the party for like a girls day out. Not for big parties. The location is also tucked in the residential areas.

This Is after my second visit that I have decided to give a review. I came back a second time…read morebecause I actually like this place! It's a nice spot to just chill and enjoy some good coffee. My bf and I had a long coffee date here. I'll definitely have to come back for the wine and food truck. They have a lot of seats outdoors and it is well shaded. I love that its surrounded by housing. I've seen locals come and go and make conversations with the wonderful barista who I believe is named Raffi (& if it is not, oopsies)! Oh how nice it is to live in the neighborhood and have this place just walking distance from them. I am jealous for sure. I've only seen two other employees and they're all just so sweet. Anyways, I usually get a regular iced latte at cafes, which I had here the first time. Not bad, but one should definitely try their specialty coffees! My bf orders the tiramisu iced latte. Yum yum yum. And this last time I decided to try their iced strawberry matcha. I drank it up really quick, it was delicious. What I also love about this place is that is super dog friendly. I brought my two fur babies and Raffi was so sweet and asked if they would like a pup cup. I also tried this jalapeno cheese croissant with slices of turkey inside. It was so good! I know they don't make it in house LOL but still worth a mention, perfect to go with your coffee But yes, I will have to come back and try the wines & food !!!

This neighborhood gem of a wine bar and coffee shop is a true delight. We have previous little in…read moreour very local area, so I appreciate the convenience. Their wine and coffee are nice, but I came to pick up some pastries this time to go. A little later, after warming them in the oven, two of us had a treat. Heavenly! Same again the next day. This time, the order consisted of a blueberry Danish, (crispy on the outside and light and; buttery inside), a banana nut muffin (gray banana flavor and just the right amount of nuts, a chocolate croissant (expertly made and delicious), and a chocolate chip cookie (gigantic size. This one was consumed over two days). All very yummy. I was told a while ago that the pastries come from O'Brien's, and they are excellent. Kudos to Castelli & Pizarro for sourcing such good quality pastries to enjoy with their beverages

Key points. Pet friendly…read more Wonderful wine selections Kind staff Offer restaurants Some grab n go snacks Plenty of easy parking This location is unique in thatcher are 3 levels of wine tasting rooms to enjoy. Each one is unique to its own. We didnt get to enjoy all yet but will go back for more. There was also a wedding event that was being prepared, so some limited access. Beautiful winery, Annemarie N.

Very Disappointing Experience - Bolero at Europa Village…read more I am not a member of Europa Village, but I went to Bolero specifically because I wanted to try their "large seafood paella." Unfortunately, the experience was extremely disappointing. We were a group of 10 people, and our server was very pushy about ordering the chicken paella and suggested getting two small paellas instead of the large seafood paella we originally wanted. I felt like she was not listening to what our group actually wanted, and the service was not good. The seafood paella was $70, which I expected to be worth the price. Unfortunately, the rice was burned, and there was almost no seafood--just one shell and a very tiny piece of calamari buried in a large amount of rice. The rice tasted like packaged or prepared rice, rather than freshly made paella. We also tried the chicken paella, and it was just as disappointing. There was only one piece of chicken with a large amount of rice, and nobody in our group liked it. Almost everyone at our table had a negative comment about the paella. In the end, we were so disappointed that we left most of the food and threw it away. For $70, I expected a much better-quality dish, especially from a winery restaurant. The should call "RICE PAELLA," Unfortunately, the food and service did not live up to our expectations, and I would not order the paella again.

4 out of 5 for the location - the space while smaller than other wineries nearby, is beautifully…read morelandscaped and has nearly a dozen different small seating areas. You're welcome to bring your own food, and on Sundays they offer paella. 3 out of 5 for the service - the friendliness and warmth of the interaction seems to vary per customer. Tasting - 5 varieties; starts with their Albarino, then Rosado, followed by Garnacha, Vin Rouge (Bordeaux blend), and ends with their Tinto (Riga blerd). They'll give you a pour at the counter and you return for the next glass whenever you're ready. Overall a nice place to spend a short while with great company.

Espinosa Vineyards is so relaxing and delightful. Just hang out and enjoy a bottle of wine and…read morechill The service is beyond reproach, friendly accommodating. It's like being in a family backyard. . Wow, what a backyard a musk come the wine is absolute delightful. Enjoy the photos.

I've visited Domaine Artefact several times now, and every experience has been consistently…read moreoutstanding. The wines are exceptional, the staff is incredibly knowledgeable and welcoming, and the atmosphere is genuinely family-friendly. The property itself is absolutely stunning, making it the perfect place to spend an afternoon. I also love that they have a café, a pizza vendor, and live music, all of which elevate the overall experience and create a relaxed, inviting atmosphere. One of my favorite wines is the La Dame Blanche, a beautiful Grenache Blanc with notes of citrus, white peach, and toasted almonds. It's crisp, refreshing, and incredibly well-balanced. Domaine Artefact has quickly become one of my go-to wineries. Whether you're a seasoned wine enthusiast or just looking for a beautiful place to unwind with friends and family, I highly recommend paying them a visit.

We had such a good time here for movie night! Bob was a delight. We knew we wanted a bottle to…read moreshare between the two of us for the movie, and after asking us a few questions, he picked the perfect one. We were sold immediately! We watched Under the Tuscan Sun and it gave us all the feels. We will definitely be back to do a proper tasting and check out the estate and cafe once it's fully open. Pro-Tip: They have a pizza vendor on site, but they ran out by the time we got there at 6:00 PM. Definitely get there earlier and order sooner rather than later!

Orfila winery is the place to be when it comes to high end wineries with a view…read more I am a brand new member of the establishment and I always receive excellent customer service. Rho assisted me today and was very kind and helpful with the questions I had about various wines etc... Orfila standards are second to none and Rho is a shining example of what to those standards represent. Thank you for another great experience. We will be back!

Came here for a girls get together after spending the day at the Safari Park and I love this spot!…read moreI'm not a big wine drinker, but their wine slushies are SO good, you can't go wrong. Love the huge grassy area where you can relax while the kids run around, plus live music and food. Such a fun, laid-back winery to spend an afternoon or evening!

A friend was having a gathering here recently and invited us to join. I have been hearing about…read moreForgotten Barrel for a few years now, but I assumed it was pretty far out there in Escondido. I was wrong. It's not far off the 15 freeway in a small unassuming neighborhood. If you didn't know it was there you would never discover it. We arrived and took the last spot in the front parking lot. There is another parking lot, it seems like there's plenty of parking around. We found our party in a courtyard next to the tasting room. There was plenty of seating and tables for everyone, and it was sectioned off from the rest (if you need a private area). We went in the tasting room and tasted several wines before deciding. The staff were friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable about their wines. After we got our wine, we decided to walk the property. It's a very quaint, unique piece of property with old buildings and new ones made to look old (bathrooms). You can walk through the vineyards and there are various areas where you could have parties. There is a barn, which is beautifully decorated and lit inside. It would be perfect for a wedding reception or any other type of party. There are several areas where you could put multiple groups of people or use the whole facility for a giant party. When we were there, there was live music. The band was really good and we enjoyed sitting under the umbrellas and trees while listening. There was also a pizza food truck whilst we were there. I ordered a pepperoni pizza and they delivered it to where we were sitting. I shared it and we all enjoyed a slice. I can't believe I didn't know this existed here before, but I'm so glad to have discovered it. I will definitely come back and bring friends. It's just the perfect little spot to spend some time. Maybe listen to some music, eat some food and drink some wine.

I just got back from an afternoon at the Forgotten Barrel Winery. What an amazing time we had. No…read moreonly so they have a wide choice of wines to choose from, by the glass and by the bottle, but the prices are reasonable. They also offer tasting menus, so you get healthy pours of different wines to try. They also offer some premade food for sale, charcuteries, hummus, crackers, cheeses. Plus there's a food truck that sells amazing burgers starting at 3. While we were there, there was live music being played in the Central courtyard. Guests could sit on their provided seating under a large shaded tree and some had their small dogs with them on leash. Because we were a medium size group and had made a reservation, we were placed in a separate room with plenty of inside and outside covered seating. The winemaker even gave us a tour of the facilities. Showing is the process from the grapes, to the hopper and ending with the barrels where they age. It's definitely worth driving out to visit this beautiful winery in Escondido.

Visited here not too long ago over the summer to sample wines with some of my family. We loved the…read moreviews and space here and would come back again. There were also outdoor games that kept some of my younger family members entertained. The service was a bit backed up, since there was only one tasting room associate working at the time, but he was super nice and apologetic for the wait. Highly recommend coming here as it has one of the nicer views in the area.

My co-workers and I came to The Cave at Oak Mountain Winery for a private group dinner through…read morework, and it was such a unique experience! The views from the top were gorgeous, especially since we arrived around sunset and got to overlook the vineyards. Getting to the restaurant was part of the experience. We walked through the wine barrel area before reaching our private dining space, and the name definitely speaks for itself because you're literally dining inside a cave! The dim lighting, ambiance, and beautiful table setting made the evening feel extra special. We started with the chimichurri fries, which were so good! The bread with melted cheese and marinara was another favorite. We had a set menu for dinner, and I chose the Maine lobster followed by the cannolis for dessert. The lobster was a little overcooked for me, but it was seasoned well and the presentation was beautiful. The cannolis were delicious! Our servers were wonderful and very attentive throughout the evening. Overall, we had a great dining experience and such a fun night with the group. I definitely want to come back and try their wine tasting next time!