Murrieta's Well is a beautiful winery with an amazing staff…read more Also, the truffle tots are a must!

So I have very mixed feelings about this place. Some things are incredible. Some things are not…read moreso great. I am a member of the "Legends" club. So that to me means it's top of the line membership as indicated by their pricing and what we get. So I feel I should get top notch deals, pricing and service. Turns out, we get the same shaft as the lower club members. Starting with the good, the location is pristine. Nice area with lots of room for kids and adults to mingle and play. The wine is also pretty darn good. Of course there are some better than others but I enjoy most of their wine. The service is also for the most part very good. The waitstaff is very friendly and makes you feel welcome. Their food is also pretty darn good. It's not incredible, and a bit overpriced but it's fine enough. Their wine pricing is also fair (but of course with the highest membership we get the biggest discount). My biggest complaints would be the price gouging and lack of communication. We made arrangements on a Friday to show Sunday with 6 and asked for the "VIP space upgrade to lounge or upstairs Vista Patio Lounge (when available)". They said no problem. When we showed on Sunday they said it was closed with no notice. Just a sorry. OK whatever. We sit inside (6 people and 2 children) and they charge for 2 children a "non drinker" charge of $10 ($5 each). A head count charge for non-drinkers? For children? Total nonsense! I am spending over $1,200 a year here and you want to gouge me for someone's kids? Their tastings are $40 a pop which is really crazy. Our price is waived on this so that's fine but if you are not a member you are paying a lot for a little. The wines do take a bit of time to come and they don't give you a lot. Kind of a bummer waiting for the taste. We ended up with 4 appetizers (sliders $24, Charcuterie $25, Tater Tots $12 and Pretzel Bites with Grilled Sausage $16) 2 bottles of wine and $4.25 for water and the bill was over $250. Oh and top that off, with 6 people, they charge a mandatory 20% on the bill for a tip and are basing that with taxes (as the button default), not the actual sub-total so they are actually getting about 23%. All in all, I am not sure that the cost is worth what you get. I mean we are giving them a lot of money just to be members and then having to pay more and more for anything else that really should be included (like water and kids) makes this place just a bit too over-rated for me. Probably end my club membership in the fall and go someplace that doesn't place money first.

Absolutely love this place it's small but spacious at the same time...families are welcomed here…read moreand have their own section just as well as an all adult section. Love the options! Service was personable and friendly..come here and enjoy this beautiful peaceful place!

We stopped in at Boaventura on a beautiful Saturday afternoon. As we drove into this rustic old…read morefarm area, we were charmed by the atmosphere of the entire place. We stepped inside The old Barn and were greeted by the owner and winemaker himself, Brett. The barn was so cute, and honest. And Brett was so clearly passionate about his wines. It isn't often that you find this personal connection with a winery. Many of them are corporate today, and most owners have employees in the tasting room and are not there on a Saturday afternoon. That alone set Boaventura apart from most wineries. The wines were excellent! There wasn't one bad one in the ten that we tasted. That's pretty amazing, even for fantastically epic famous wineries. And to find that in Livermore Valley is even more awesome. I will absolutely return to Boaventura and I recommend it as a must-stop to all of my wine-loving friends. This is also a place where I would take guests so they could get a feel for a small, family-owned and operated winery. I loved it!

I was both the party decorator and family member for an event we hosted here this past weekend and…read morehad plenty of time to interact with the owners throughout the day before the party started, during and after. I can't say enough good things about how amazingly friendly, helpful, and kind the owners are. Add on to that the stunning venue with beautiful views. Finally, a touch of luxury with a golf cart transporting all your guests from the parking lot nearby to the venue. Truly a hidden gem!

We had our parents 50th Anniversary at the Vineyard View and couldn't have asked for a more…read morebeautiful venue. Cathy was so easy and professional to work with. Her staff was nice and the golf cart shuttling guests from parking area made it a little more special. Everyone kept asking me how we found this place. My parents loved every minute of it. Thank you!

We had our wedding reception here 10/27/2012 and it was fabulous. We didn't have your everyday…read morewedding, we actually had a costumed Hallowedding reception, so we needed a place to fit the theme as well as meet our other criteria: open until at least 11pm, no catering or alcohol requirements (freedom :)), under $1500 to rent, and in the bay area. The Barn was the best fit for us. Things to note about the Barn: -There is an old wooden bar that you can move depending on where you want it -250 person capacity -There is a dusty smell to the Barn as it's older, with candles we didn't notice it -The Barn isn't super clean, there is a little bit of dust and cobwebs, but it is a barn afterall -The bathrooms are pretty minimalistic, the men's room actually doesn't have a door -There are big white panels on the indoor walls of the Barn which look great with uplighting -They make you have security, but it wasn't prohibitive or even noticeable -There is plenty of parking -They don't allow kegs -It is better for a night reception, as the night makes the Barn's flaws less noticeable -There is a minimal kitchen for a catering company to use -We rented chairs, tables, and a dance floor, rather than using what came with the Barn -They don't clean, so make sure you arrange for cleanup Overall it was perfect for our wedding, I just don't think it would be perfect for everyone's wedding. The LARPD staff were very easy to work with and we got our full deposit refunded without a problem. I'd recommend the Barn hands down for someone looking for rustic on a budget and at night :). See pics.

I never knew this place existed up until about 6 months before my daughters birthday party. My…read moredaughter was wanting that rustic yet chic aesthetic look and this place was perfect. I had about 160 +/- guests and if you aren't hiring anyone I'd suggest to add about 4 hrs. before the start to setup all those tables and chairs that is provided by the venue. Great service before, during and after the event, however there were 2 issues I encountered. 1- we got double-booked hence the party being on Friday but we did get compensated for it. 2- i was told no alcohol and the security guards were like really?! In the end though because of the rainy weather it was meant to be because of everyone's safety. If you are creative this is the place for you (personally I'm not). I'm use to walking into hotel banquet rooms and then off to have fun so unless you hire a staff or have a great support system like me this is a good choice. We embraced the walls. Rather than covering it up our awesome DJ lighted it up did then popped it with a monogram. Overall yea I'd rent here again. The kitchen was great and we just added a little bathroom necessity basket for the guests to use. Have guests bring a jacket because it can get cold but since we were all dancing and having fun we warmed up quick!

I had lunch at the Del Valle Winery Kitchen outside in their spacious patio area. There's wine…read moretasting in the tasting room, wine flight is $25, and there's fire pit Fridays from 6-9pm with live music. They have a small menu but the food is delicious and offer large portions. I had the Grilled Gruyere, Prosciutto, Plum & Sour Cherry Jam Sandwich for $18. It was so good with plenty of chunks of prosciutto and Gruyère cheese. My friend had the Chicory and Asian Pear Salad for $18. Large portion offered, which can be shared. She enjoyed the salad. Bryan our server was the best, lively, kind, hospitable, and made us feel special. I will be back!

We came here for our anniversary and called beforehand before walking in. When we arrived, Bryan…read moreexplained that the wine flight would be a great starter, which we appreciated. Roger took care of us, and his customer service was brilliant. Since it was our first time, he took the time to explain each wine, and even cheered with us for our anniversary on the first one Truly top-notch service. We also received a complimentary wine glass, which was such a nice touch. We noticed Bryan helping the table next to us as well, and he also provided excellent customer service. The entire place was very pretty, clean, and organized. They had an outdoor fire pit and kindly turned it on for me since I was cold--it definitely helped keep me warm along with the wine! The dip and crackers were so good--I especially loved the creamy cheese dip. We also ordered the chocolate lava cake; it was okay... but I have to say, Domino's lava cake might still be my favorite lol. Overall, we would definitely go again!

My initial review is based on customer service alone…read more.. I am working on putting together a Spring Design 'Gala' for my company, and I reached out to Garre Vineyard and Winery. I submitted my event requirements to Garre, and requested a quote. Sonia Beasley, the Sales and Marketing Director, responded back to me within the hour! Price points were clear and concise, making it very easy to digest! Sonia, thank you so much for your time! I look forward to speaking with you again in the near future.

The courtyard is spacious and new and has a spanish mission/italian piazza feeling to it. It's…read morestill a great "blank slate" and the decoration options are wide open though. It's large and can manage a large reception, while retaining a certain sense of intimacy. Visual acoutrements include a tasteful bubbling fountain in the center, archways, grape vines, and his/her getting-ready rooms. The indoor reception room is bright, simple, and a good weather option, but I think most people would prefer to rent the courtyard. This great winery venue. Don't take my word for it; check out this slideshow and judge for yourself: http://www.mauriceramirez.com/AileenDenny And another wedding I shot there recently: http://www.mauriceramirezphoto.com/page2214.htm?blog=2722

Fantastic grounds, all the amenities you could need for a wedding, and friendly staff. I did not…read moreneed to worry about ANYTHING the day of my wedding - Agie (day-of coordinator) had it all completely taken care of. We chose to book the venue for the weekend because it was a great price for what was offered. I would highly recommend booking your wedding or event at the Purple Orchid. As an added bonus they also have a pool, hot tub, and spa on-site!!

My husband Steve Green and I had our wedding at the Purple Orchid on 6/22/2018. Danelle and the…read morestaff/owners were amazing and made our wedding unforgettable! They were there for us through the entire process from answering all of our questions to setting up all the decorations in the scorching heat ( poor things). They made us feel very welcome and just did such an amazing job with everything. Valley Catering killed it with the food and many many people complemented all of the food that Joe and his team made. Thank you so much to you all for making our big day so special and taking care of us, our family and our friends. I Highly recommend The Purple Orchid as a wedding venue.

A Solid Spot for Meetings -- and More…read more This has been a great venue for meetings over the years. I've been here multiple times, and it's always been clean, comfortable, and well-suited for a professional setting. It's one of those places where you can focus, have a productive conversation, and not be distracted by the environment. Looking at some of the photos and seeing how the space is set up, I can also see this being a strong option for hosting parties or personal events. It feels like the kind of place where you could have a catered dinner with friends and not have to worry about cleaning your house or dealing with restaurant wait times. From my experience, it consistently delivers on what it's supposed to be -- a reliable, comfortable space. If you've used it for an event or gathering, I'd be interested to hear how it worked for you. Give it a try and leave your review. Good spots are worth sharing, and honest feedback helps everyone decide where to go -- or where to pass.

Thank you Good Morning Maxwell at Livermore for sharing your amazing and chic venue to us. I did my…read morewedding reception here and I can say it was absolutely magical. No need for decorations because the aesthetic of this place has a wedding vibe already or I can say any event can fit perfectly. The place is spacious for dancing and buffet table. Joanne helped me a lot with everything, Thank you for being so accomodating to our needs. Esp referring me to our caterer, MJ who did a good job. Highly recommended.

Jill is a wonderful, organized, resourceful and fun event planner. She often plans parties for me…read moreand she has yet to disappoint me. Her, je ne sais quoi style, is exactly what you need in a party planner. I highly recommend Jill for all of your event planning as long as your objective is to relax and have a great time...she will definitely surprise you in a positive way...her energy is fantastic!

From the owner: At Pampered Parties we plan your event with an attention to detail like it’s our own. Our venue is…read morea private space for you and your friends to plan the perfect bridal shower - baby shower - tea party - girls night out - bachelorette party - women's networking event - ladies luncheon - or whatever you can dream up!

Another great winery! I love driving to this place. You get to park in between the vines, enjoy…read moresome live music, while sipping wine under the shade of the trees. It was relaxing, breezy, and fun. They give you options to have a guided wine tasting or journey through the wines on your own leisure with the help of a little print out that tells you about the wines. We actually ended up liking the port the most with some dark chocolate. It was divine. Overall a cool spot that is more family friendly than most wineries I have seen, with live music (at least in the weekends), cool aesthetic background and great service.

The samples are a turn off! They should have a nice glass presentation to have us taste the wine,…read morebut instead they gave us a small medicine cup as tasting container. Really?! They could benefit from a good tasty menu. Instead they have a small tent offering finger food and they don't take card but cash and Venmo and Zillow. Music was great! Loved the singer. She was awesome!