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    Lechuza

    4.6 (68 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Nebbiolo and Chardonnay Roble
    Jessica G.

    What a great time this place was! They were so hospitable and friendly! Situated off a main road, this vineyard was easy to get to! Parking was plentiful and out front. We didn't have a reservation, so we couldn't do a tasting, but that was fine because they had so many great wines to choose from. My favorite was the Amantes blend. The tables are among the vines themselves. Noise level was not bad at all. We've been to several wineries out here, and this one is for sure one of our favorites. We cannot wait to come back.

    Tasting Experiences as of our 8/9/24 visit. ($500 Pesos is about $30)
    Mike W.

    Two Tasting Experiences: Joven (5 young wines: 3 whites & 2 reds): $500 Pesos ($30 USD); Reserva (4 pours): $500 Pesos ($30 USD), as of our 8/8/24 visit. Second visit. Unfortunately, we weren't fans of their wines the first time we were there (probably 8-10 years ago), but many of our friends rave about them so we thought it was time to revisit. Jorge poured for us this time and we shared one of each tasting experiences. The service was good and the wines were well made, but once again most were just not fitting our palates. We did really enjoy the '19 Nebbiolo Reserva and '19 Cabernet Sauvignon, and purchased bottles when we returned home (through www.LMAwines.com). Kristen (owner/winemaker) stopped by our table and spent quite a bit of time talking to us about the wine scene in Valle de Guadalupe ("VdG"), as well as her own experiences. We had met her mom & dad when they were running things during our first visit. We also found out that she's the winemaker for another local winery, Clos Benoit, which we visited and really loved what she did there. I always say that you should always try wines for yourself, as everyone's palate is unique and what I dislike, you may love...and vice versa. My one knock is that the winery is located right next to the main highway, so road noise is loud. It's not as relaxing an environment as many of the other VdG wineries. That said, our experience was pleasant, and I think they're worth a visit. Salud!

    Mary Beth K.

    We had an incredible experience at Lechuza!!! The wines are delicious, the food scrumptious and the owner magnificent! We make sure each time we visit the VALLE we go to Lechuza! This particular visit was extra special as Kristen the owner, wine maker presented us our wines! Her knowledge and descriptions made our experience extraordinary! A must go!!!!! Armando is one of my favorite humans in Valle! A super star team!!!

    Ribeye and spinach crustini
    Michelle R.

    Fantastic wine tasting! We visited on a Friday afternoon with reservations and were seated outside at a very quaint barrel table for two. We decided to do the wine tasting flight which included 5 different selections. My ultimate favorites were Canto (Chardonnay) & Amantes (red blend) both served chilled. I have been wine tasting in Paso Robles, Temecula and Napa and this is by far has been some of the best tasting wines. The wine was so good, we decided to buy 2 bottles to bring back home. The food selection took it over the top for me. We ordered Almejas Gratinadas (baked clams), oysters & Ribeye & spinach crustini. The presentation was just as amazing as the taste itself. Got the opportunity to meet the owner Kristin, she made us feel very welcomed. Looking forward to visiting again!

    Tim F.

    Really a must stop in Valle D Guadalupe. The white wines especially the Chardonnay can compete with any from No Cal The Amantes was very aromatic. A must for a red blend. The owner/proprietor Kristen (sp?) has an amazing story with regard to the winery.

    Main patio
    Luis R P.

    One of the best vibe wineries I've been! Great wine, both white and red. My recommendation is their red blend called Alas. The amantes is also great and a stronger wine. They do multiple course meals (with reservation). Their staff is the best asset this winery has: Armando was so knowledgeable about the vines and the wines! Thank you for all the explanations!

    Outside
    Noelani M.

    Very nice winery with good wine and nice food options. We sat outside trying wines and enjoyed one plate of food to share. Our server spoke great English and was very knowledgeable about wine so we learned a lot. This was the best wine tasting we experience out of the two others we tried in the region.

    Wine tasting
    Liz V.

    We had an amazing afternoon at Lechuza! There is plenty of parking, their staff is amazing, wine was great and the tacos from the food truck were the cherry on top! They're also on open table which is a huge plus. We both did the tasting which included 4 wines (Rosé, Chardonnay, a chilled red, & Cabernet). I absolutely loved the pluma (chilled red) and the Cabernet. We ended up getting a bottle of the pluma and I wish I would have gotten some to bring home! We got the steak tacos from the food truck. They bring them to your table when they are ready. They were just so good! We got 2 orders of them. Simple yet so delicious. This place isn't huge but it's really cute and we had such a great time. Highly recommend!

    Wine tasting amidst the vines
    Amber E.

    Lechuza is one of our favorite Valle wineries. Beautiful setting outside by the vineyard; charming owner Kris Magnussen, wonderful wines, and now, great food too, from their small outdoor kitchen. This time, we came by with a group of 9 for our 30th anniversary. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable. We tried their Chardonnay and a chilled Nebbiolo, which were both really good, but our favorite was their Amantes "lovers" wine - a blend of 60% Nebbiolo, 20% merlot and 20% cab- delicious. We got a bottle of this for $990 pesos (about $50). We also got 3 orders of their grilled shrimp quesadillas - like street tacos with cheese - one of the best things we ate all day! Look forward to our next visit.

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    Kevin A.

    Came on a Monday and the atmosphere was quite relaxing! We tried the Pluma and Amantes after our waitress recommended it to us. She was very knowledgeable and polite!

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    The best the best wine in Valle de Guadalupe and the owner are muy galantes y amables.

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    One of the best wines we tried! The place is small but charming and our server Jorge made sure our experience was amazing.

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    Had the best time here! Armando is incredible, best storyteller and most delightful human. We fell in love with the winery!

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    Review Highlights - Lechuza

    but I have never had such a captivating and passionately knowledgeable sommelier as Armando at Lechuza Winery.

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    Casa Magoni - Wine taste!

    Casa Magoni

    4.7(59 reviews)
    0.5 km
    $$

    Casa Magoni is something else entirely. By the time we got here we'd already done Monte Xanic,…read moreBruma, and Vena Cava, so I thought I knew what wine tasting in the Valle looked like. I did not. The grounds are stunning. You're on an active working orchard with views in every direction, and dropped right in the middle of it is the most enormous oak tree I have ever seen. That tree, you guys. It's MASSIVE. Ancient. The whole property is built around it, and drinking wine in its shade was straight up surreal. There were dogs wandering around. Families on picnic blankets. A live band playing under the tree. People dancing on their own. It's magical. The wine was freaking delicious. The charcuterie was good. The service was good. Nothing stood out either way on the service, but with everything else going on, I genuinely didn't pay attention. This isn't a quiet, learn-about-your-tannins kind of tasting. It's a hangout, and it's the kind of afternoon you'll be talking about long after you go home. A must on any Valle trip. Pro tip: come hungry, come ready to hang out, and come ready to feel like you're in a fairy tale, because that tree. Just sayin'!

    The architecture is simple yet elegant. We had our wine tasting under this enormous, beautiful…read more500+ year old oak tree. Their sauvignon blanc was crisp and dry, just the way we like it. We bought 1 white, and 2 reds to bring back to CA with us. We can't wait to share this with our families! Unfortunately we went through the San Ysidro border crossing back to Southern CA and found out that the max limit is 1 liter of alcohol (about 1 to 2 standard bottles) ever 31 days. We bought bottles of wine from 2 other wineries as well. Fortunately, US Customs and Border Protection let us go with a warning and did not confiscate our wines!

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    Once Pueblos - Carnitas main

    Once Pueblos

    4.8(22 reviews)
    5.3 km

    Once Pueblos is a wonderful restaurant in Valle de Guadalupe. The service is exceptional,…read moreattentive, warm, and professional. The charcuterie board stood out with its excellent variety of artisanal cheeses and meats, all beautifully presented. Some of the cheeses were from the goats on the property, pretty cool--and other fresh ingredients came from the region. The "Torre de Uchepo" (Uchepo Tower) was the best. Uchepo is a soft tamale made from white corn, traditional to Michoacán, and here it is taken to another level. It's served with pork rib and a green tomato and puya pepper sauce, topped with fresh farm cream and Cotija cheese. An absolute must! The wines, all produced from the on-site winery, paired perfectly with both the charcuterie board and the tamale dish. The peaceful views of ducks in a small pond and a nearby pasture with sheep and horses. They have dogs too, which are all so friendly and, in my opinion, added to the experience as a dog lover. It's a serene experience that perfectly complements the quality of the food and wine. And the service, the service is like no other. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy the best of Valle de Guadalupe's culinary and wine scene. I look forward to returning for an actual meal, we had dinner reservations, but wanted to stop by. The restaurant is off the beaten path. At the gate, you'll enter and continue driving around the property to the top, where the restaurant sits with gorgeous views. You'll see a small pond and a set of stairs--follow them up to the top. The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor seating.

    On our second visit to Once Pueblos, I communicated with Anna ahead of time to work out a family…read morestyle meal for our party of 14. From start to finish, our gourmet meal drew many praises as it evolved over 3.5 hours. All of the food was delicious and visually appealing. Our waiter Carlos was great as well. I feel like the cost is very reasonable for the food quality and service. Great value.

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    Once Pueblos - Charcuterie appetizer

    Charcuterie appetizer

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    El Cielo - Great wines!!!

    El Cielo

    3.7(208 reviews)
    5.2 km
    $$$

    El Cielo was easily one of the highlights of our trip to Valle de Guadalupe. The property is…read moreabsolutely breathtaking! The wines were fantastic, but what really made the experience stand out was the service. Everyone we interacted with was warm, welcoming, and genuinely excited to share their wines and story with us. Our sommelier was especially wonderful and made the tasting feel personal and relaxed rather than rushed or scripted. One of our favorite parts of the visit was the chocolate and wine pairing that my husband and I did together. Every pairing was thoughtfully put together, and it was so much fun discovering how the flavors changed and complemented each other with every sip and bite. The best surprise of the day? Finding out our sommelier was from the 805! As fellow Central Coast locals, it made the experience feel even more special and gave us an instant connection that we definitely weren't expecting to find in the middle of wine country in Baja.

    I came to El Cielo a few years ago, around 2021, with a group of friends and was very happy with my…read moreexperience. We enjoyed the restaurant and the wine-tasting tour, and I always thought about coming back. Last weekend, I was passing through the area. The wine tours were already closed, but the restaurant was still open, so my brother and I decided to grab a quick dinner before heading to the border, wrapping up an amazing week in Rosarito. Unfortunately, the experience was very different this time around. Our waiter seemed more focused on getting us to order pricier items than on providing good service, and both the food and drinks took a long time to come out. The restaurant was not busy at the time, so I'm not sure why everything took so long. We were only a party of two, and our order was pretty basic: two cocktails, an appetizer, and two main courses. When it was time to pay, the bill came with a 20% tip already included. Nowhere did it say beforehand that gratuity would automatically be added. Considering the slow service, 20% seemed excessive. Even 15% would have been a lot for the level of service we received, but it would have felt more reasonable. I was thrown off by the experience but decided not to make a big deal about it at the time. Unfortunately, after having such a positive impression of El Cielo from my first visit, this experience left me disappointed, and it will probably be the last time I eat at the El Cielo restaurant.

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    El Cielo - Rose tasting

    Rose tasting

    El Cielo - Exterior -- Two of the casas

    Exterior -- Two of the casas

    El Cielo - This was the view from our luxurious suite!

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    This was the view from our luxurious suite!

    Casa Frida - Mezcal shots

    Casa Frida

    3.4(259 reviews)
    10.0 km
    $$

    We went in a Friday night with our daughter and it wasn't busy at all, they let us choose where to…read moresit. Our waiter was great, he gave a lot of great recommendations as far as beer and how to eat the oysters. My husband enjoyed his oysters with the sauces and his octopus tacos. My daughter just got the pizza which she enjoyed (loved that is was sourdough) and I just got some basic tacos wasn't too hungry. I also got the granizado con fresa! It was delicious ! After we ate we walked around for a bit and bought some beer at the store. It's a really nice place for pictures.

    Our stay at Casa Frida in Valle de Guadalupe was a mixed experience. The biggest downside is the…read morelocation. It is very remote with very little nearby. You have to drive at least 5 miles just to find other restaurants or attractions, and it's about 14 miles to Ensenada if you want more options. The hotel only has one restaurant currently open, and while it was convenient, the food was overpriced for what it offered. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout our stay, which we appreciated. Unfortunately, the property itself felt a bit neglected. There were several maintenance issues, including a broken toilet paper holder and a broken shampoo/conditioner dispenser that wasn't replaced until the following day. The paint in the room didn't match in several areas, and overall it could use some upkeep. The pillows were very uncomfortable, and the property was extremely dusty, making it difficult to enjoy being outside, so we ended up staying indoors most of the time. We also booked a room advertised with a "valley view," but our view was mostly trees and a ditch, which was disappointing and not what we expected. On the positive side, the room itself was modern, clean, and nicely designed inside. With a few minor repairs and better maintenance, it could be an excellent place to stay. The hotel was also very quiet, which made for a peaceful atmosphere, although the room had great AC. Overall, I would rate Casa Frida 3 out of 5 stars. It has potential thanks to its friendly staff

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    Casa Frida - Adjunct to the entrance pathway

    Adjunct to the entrance pathway

    Casa Frida - Nice tasting room

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    Nice tasting room

    Lechuza - wineries - Updated August 2026

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