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    4.0 (1.5k reviews)
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    Michelle M.

    Attended a work event at the beautiful Ponte Winery. Everything and everyone is amazing. Meeting space is beautiful. The courtyard where we had our wine tasting is so lovely. The barrel room is fantastic. The terrace is gorgeous. My only complaint is the food is meh. Nothing really had great flavor, and the protein(s) were dry. The staff was outstanding though. And let me not forget about the wine...DELISH!

    Myrine S.

    Visited early on a Sunday and it was a beautiful day. Cool temps and open grounds before the crowds came. Had lunch at the restaurant and treated ourselves to the porterhouse steak special. It was so flavorful. A bit disappointed, we asked for medium well but it was definitely more medium. Large portion for the Cobb salad but lacked a little flavor. Wish it came with bacon or some protein. The mussels were good but a bit spicy. Ramon was an excellent server. One of the best we've had in a long time. Kind, knowledgeable and best attitude. Appreciate the ice cream dessert for my birthday. Great way to end the meal. Enjoyed walking the grounds and taking in the beautiful vineyard views afterwards. They also have a nice gift shop inside the tasting room.

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    Michelle T.

    Have really enjoyed being a member at Ponte. The winery is beautiful and the staff are always so kind and welcoming and helpful. I enjoy the reserve room the most as you get a smaller amount of guests there vs the large tasting room. That area gets packed on a busy day. Outdoor areas are well manicured and gorgeous. Walk over to the hotel side and you find more seating, more restaurants, more ceremony locations and a pond. Haven't tried the food unfortunately but I need to! I've heard it's pretty great. Live music is a wonderful touch. Oh and the WINE! Haha gotta say it's incredible! The Angry Wife is in a league of its own. The bubbly Rose is crisp and not overly sweet. They don't have it available until early next year though. Make sure to come here if you're looking for a top notch winery.

    Jane L.

    My friend is a wine club member and she invited me to experience this space. She made reservation for Tuesday lunch. We checked in with the host and she wrote our party name on a tag and added that we were celebrating her birthday too! She sat us on the patio in corner under misters which was perfect because it was hot today. Nicholas came to greet us and explain the tasting choices. He was knowledgeable, friendly and kind. We decided on different wine flights with lunch: Moscato, Vermentino and Barbera. We shared the Calamari, Brussels Sprouts and the Wine Country salad. The bread that was served with green spread was delicious. The soft cheesy herbaceousness was a perfect way to start a meal. It was so hot we requested many cups of ice to add to our water. All of our food arrived at once. I started with the salad and it was delightfully refreshing. I enjoyed the light batter on the calamari but I wasn't a fan of spicy tomato dip. The Brussels sprouts were crispy and salty. They were generous with the portion size. We had a long leisure lunch, all of the staff were attentive especially Nicholas, Trevor and Ashlee. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and I look forward to visiting it again when it's not so warm.

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    Brian F.

    Ponte Winery is a family-owned winery that spans 300 acres in the heart of Temecula Wine Country. It's part of a huge space that includes an inn, restaurant, wine tasting room ($30 for 6 tastings), walking paths, and spaces for private events and weddings. There's also an elevated deck area that you can dine in starting at 12pm. We made reservations beforehand and were seated with a view of the garden. CALAMARI ($20) - this was firmer but thicker than other calamari I've had. I really liked this one dipped with the jalapeño lime aioli and I liked the shishito peppers for that bit of kick. 5/5 TRUFFLE MUSHROOM PIZZA ($18) - we added pepperoni on top and the pizza was decent. 3.5/5 BOLOGNESE ($30) - the bolognese was flavorful and there were huge portions. There was so much meat on it that it pretty much covered the pasta itself. 4.5/5 We had a wine flight ($25) and I liked the pas doux and the vermentino. We also liked the vernaccia nera ($15), a sparkling wine and a specialty of the Temecula area. This was a very relaxing lunch followed by a nice stroll around the premises afterward.

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    Kathy V.

    Nice boutique hotel with a pool and speakeasy. The staff was friendly upon check in and we received complimentary prosecco and tasting flight. They have their own tasting room and beautiful gardens to relax in. The speakeasy was the best part. I believe you don't have to be a guest to visit.

    Laura M.

    Beautiful winery, outstanding wine, amazing service and the most stunning views! Go to the tasting room for a wine flight, and then the restaurant for a delicious dinner and then end at The Cellar speakeasy for dessert or a snack and a nightcap! The perfect day!! Loved every minute of our time here! Our server Zach at The Cellar was outstanding and went above and beyond to make sure our experience was lovely in every way. Thank you Ponte!!

    Birthday ice cream for the birthday girl!  The sweetest ending to our lunch at Ponte.
    Emily M.

    We had such a wonderful experience at The Restaurant at Ponte! I brought my daughter here for a special birthday lunch, and it ended up being the perfect place to spend the afternoon together. The setting is absolutely beautiful, the atmosphere is relaxed and inviting, and our charcuterie board was both gorgeous and delicious. What really made our visit exceptional, though, was our waiter, Ramon. He was warm, attentive, and genuinely went above and beyond for us. We wanted to purchase a bottle of white wine as a birthday gift for someone next week, but because it was such a hot day and we planned to be out for several more hours, we didn't want to purchase one that was already chilled. Ramon offered to get us an unchilled bottle from the tasting room, and when he returned, he had even taken the extra step of having it beautifully gift-wrapped for us! We hadn't asked him to do that, which made the gesture even more thoughtful. It's those little details

    Nani N.

    Sooo beautiful! Despite how hot it was, everything about the venue and vineyards were soo pretty. It wasn't too crowded when my friends and I went. The food was amazing as well. We got the wine flight and it was a good amount of different wines we could have tried.

    Roxana N.

    Beautiful winery with an excellent selection of red and white wines. Wine tasting is $30, but if you do the winery tour it is $60 and totally worth it. They take you around the winery in a golf cart and explain the winemaking process while you sip on your wine taste pours. They do have a restaurant if you want to dine, reservations highly recommended. We did not taste their food, but there was a lot of people enjoying the dining area. Lots of beautiful view for pictures and just relaxing.

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    Melissa V.

    We enjoyed our time at Ponte Winery. We tasted while waiting for our reservation at the restaurant. I was able to get a military discount on my personal tasting, which was so appreciated. It was a holiday but still had a nice vibe, love the acoustics guitar, and the beautiful landscape.

    Karina S.

    I've been to the tasting room at Ponte Winery a few times now and it never disappoints. This time we were staying at Ponte Vineyard Inn and the tastings were complimentary because of our stay. This was such a great perk! The outdoor views are so peaceful and beautiful here. We looooved taking our glasses outside after each tasting and walking around the property. The views, the breeze, the wine... it was all just a vibe! Kim helped us during our tastings and she was so friendly and knowledgeable. She made everything feel easy, fun and we really appreciated how she guided us through the wines. Long story short, we couldn't leave without: 2022 The Angry Wife and 2022 Merlot. Both are bold and full of flavor 10/10 highly recommend.

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    Marta P.

    We came for dinner and wine testing very beautiful resort Spanish style food was excellent service great very good location close to old downtown Temecula

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    6 years ago

    My favorite winery in the valley! The wine, food, and staff are all fantastic! I've been a member forever!

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    Amazing time at Ponte as always. We had to wait 2.5 hrs to be seated. Well worth the wait.

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    The food and atmosphere was very nice. Good service. Will definitely go back again.......

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    Get the grilled cheese and tomato soup and send me a thank you message. Life changer.

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    Great brunch! Mimosas hit the spot and the French toast was on point! The view is spectacular !

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    How's the steak & shrimp?

    Hi Mala, the Steak & Shrimp is a great choice! It’s a guest favorite and perfect if you’re looking for a little bit of both.

    Are dogs allowed?

    Allows certified service dogs only

    Do you have gluten free options?

    Rude Answer BJ

    Will it be open on Easter?

    Call them and ask. Easy solution.

    Is picnic food allowed to bring in?

    They don't allow outside food, they have a restaurant that serves lunch and dinner

    Is the restaurant open and do we need make reservations?

    Yes and yes. If it's a weekend you definitely need a reservation. Weekday can be hit or miss depending on the time / day.… 

    Did anyone attend a wedding here and try the wedding food? Which meal did you have? Planning my wedding and having trouble deciding what to taste.

    Not sure what you consider "wedding food". I've had breakfast, lunch and dinner at Ponte and everything was on Point.

    Are kids welcomed at this winery?

    Kids are welcome. We brought our 2yr old. It really depends on age and what your kid needs to be entertained. There's a small grass area for kids to run around that he had fun with. No playground or anything though. Hope that helps

    Are dogs allowed?

    I don't think so, maybe service dogs inside, but outside there are bunnies everywhere.

    If we have 10 people for the restaurant do we need to reserve? I saw an enclosed area for…

    Hello and thank you for your interest in dining at Ponte! Please see our Reservation and Large Party Policy here: https://www.pontewinery.com/restaurant/reservations/. Cheers!

    Are you guys opened during 11/22-25 (thanksgiving weekend)?

    Hi Cindy! Thanks for reaching out. Ponte Winery is closed on Thanksgiving Day, however, the Tasting Room and The Restaurant at Ponte open back up on Friday, November 23rd and will be open all weekend. The Tasting Room is open daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.,… 

    What's the happy hour here?

    Sunday through Thursday, from 4:00pm to 7:00pm, the Cellar Lounge is the place to be, featuring a selection of $4 beers, $5 premium house drinks, and $6 featured wines, as well as a selection of Chef Roberto Carboni's culinary creations for half off… 

    Can you walk around the vineyards without joining a tour?

    Hi Jessica! Thanks for the question. Guests are definitely able and welcome to walk around the property unless it is roped off or closed for a Special Event but do not recommend that they walk in the vineyard itself because of the wildlife that may… 

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    “My groups personal favorites were the "Beverino" and a seasonal wine they make called "Vernaccia Nera".”

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    I came here today with my bookclub for a meetup and it was the perfect spot for our large group to…read moregather. There is a ton of outdoor seating that's shaded, with misters. Inside the tasting room they did have live music as well. We lucked out and came the first day they opened the kitchen so they have pizzas now! I think most of the ladies ordered themselves one. I also got a glass of montepulciano which is the perfect red for a hot day. The pizza was delicious and I loved the wine. The service was great, everyone was very friendly and helpful.

    When this place first opened, right before Covid, the employees were friendly, helpful, and kind…read more We signed up for the wine club. No pressure sales. It was a smaller venue. There were Adirondack chairs outside, cornhole, etc. It was such a welcoming place. There were food trucks from which to purchase Mexican food etc. out in the parking lot. After Covid, they expanded which is great. The comfy Adirondack chairs turned into metal tables and chairs. The space feels much more crammed. It does not feel so relaxed anymore. And as for the employees, snarky comments should never be tolerated. My daughter-in-law had her mother's retirement party at this establishment. Initially, the woman she talked to on the phone was not very helpful or welcoming. Some other gentleman was VERY helpful and gave the impression that this party was welcome here. On the night of the event, 15 people actually showed up. We had three tables inside. There was one party of 4 in the back corner. The place was empty. There were a few people outside enjoying the live music. The music was great. Anyway, we brought some of our Somerset wines from home but also ordered beers, pizza and champagne. It's not like we were merely using their facility with no benefit to them. A couple came in and used another inside table. Again, there was still open seating inside. We weren't loud. We were respectful. We spent money. When it came time to cut the cake, we asked to borrow a knife. The female employee's comment was, "We can't lend you a knife. This is why we tell people to bring cupcakes" in a very condescending and rude tone. There was absolutely no excuse for that demeanor. She should have been kind. And as a side note, any time someone from our party walked up to the tasting counter, the employees didn't acknowledge them. A male and female were talking to each other and told us we needed to wait. What kind of customer service is that?? I've read through many of the comments and it sounds like bridal parties and bachelor parties are perfectly acceptable. And we all know how rowdy they can get. But our quiet retirement party did not feel welcomed. Go to Peltzer if you're in the area. Great vibe! Very chill! Amazing Sangrias and slushies.

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    Somerset Vineyard and Winery - Plenty of patio tables and places to sit  And sweet kind doggy's are welcome

    Plenty of patio tables and places to sit And sweet kind doggy's are welcome

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    Drunk Bunnies After Dark, sweet red

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    Akash Winery & Vineyards - The only thing better than our views is our wine.

    Akash Winery & Vineyards

    4.5(727 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    •$$

    We have lived in Temecula over 14 years now. We love enjoying all of the wineries and have been…read moremembers at several of them over the years! We find ourselves revisiting Akash, but never crossed over from taster to member. UNTIL Nisreen Rafeedie was hired, she brings the best smile, experience, and makes you feel like family. What you experience at Akash, when Nisreen is behind the counter: - You are creating a friendship! -She gives every person who walks through the door the best service! -She is knowledgeable about Wine and will work with you to find perfect taste to meet your palette! These are just a few amazing things that we love about her and why we signed up to be members. Hands down, she elevates Akash as bringing one of the best wineries in the Valley. You got a gem when she came to Akash.

    Not impressed. The wine tasting room is very industrial feeling, like you're drinking wine inside…read moreof a Costco. The counters where you drink wine are on wheels, which gives it even more of an industrial feel . The building itself is not that pretty. It looks like an old airplane hanger. The fixtures inside, such as the lighting, were a bit cheap looking. The furniture inside was comfortable. The wine tasting room has no restrooms inside. The building was filled with flies that kept landing on our heads. The grounds are very nice, with nice views, comfortable outside furniture, and equipped with misters and heaters. The employees were friendly. The food offerings when we were there were very minimal. The crowd was overwhelmingly in their 20's, which if representative is fine, but also telling in terms of the appeal of the wines here to more experienced palates. Speaking of which, we did not really care for any of the reds that we tasted. We did not taste a single wine that we would be interested in buying. They lacked body, balance, and complexity. I should add that the wine tasting room is also the barrel room, yet it was at room temperature. Red wine barrels are supposed to be stored at 55 - 60F, not room temp. All other wineries manage this temperature requirement vigorously. This is most certainly affecting the taste of the final product. I know this place has good reviews, but it just doesn't seem to be up to the standard of some of the nicer wineries in Temecula.

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    Akash Winery & Vineyards - A winery and tasting room with a modern, friendly vibe.

    A winery and tasting room with a modern, friendly vibe.

    Akash Winery & Vineyards - No need to go hungry at Akash. Enjoy wood-fired pizza and Italian-inspired bites Thursday - Sunday!

    No need to go hungry at Akash. Enjoy wood-fired pizza and Italian-inspired bites Thursday - Sunday!

    Akash Winery & Vineyards - Stroll on into Akash for stellar wine, gorgeous views, and a warm and friendly vibe.

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    Stroll on into Akash for stellar wine, gorgeous views, and a warm and friendly vibe.

    Bolero at Europa Village - First plate

    Bolero at Europa Village

    4.4(404 reviews)
    2.3 mi
    •$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Fine dining

    Wine is good Our sommelier is great…read moreBut but but The lady name Richel... she's the hidden gem!! She's at the merchandise But she is so friendly and make sure we have a great time here I just love her

    I really wanted to like this place.. unfortunately not a great experience. We had a reservation…read morelater in the day on a Sunday. We checked-in. They said cleaning our table. Great get seated after 2 big parties. Also in a booth in the bar area. Very nice booth. We were sat without menus first. Luckily a nice bartender I assume gave us menus. Nobody came for at least 5 minutes as we decided on drinks and all are food. Finally got a server, ordered everything because we were ready. An appetizer, a salad, and paella. To share and each a cocktail. Sooooo the appetizer comes. And we're waiting a few and then a few turns into 10 minutes. We are almost done with our appetizer. No server in sight I look over to the bar no drinks. So I go up to the Hose stand to ask where our drinks are it appears there might've been a manager there, but they ran away. The host said where are you pointed at our table. Got our server. She came over to let us know that they were waiting on juice. We now have our second course and luckily our drink. I probably would've ordered another cocktail, but it was already 25 minutes into our meal. So I did order finally a glass of wine. To go with our paella. We had a tomato salad with that was lacking in flavor and very underwhelming. The paella comes we have the seafood one. It is hot. It is also overcooked, and I saw no calamari and we had very little seafood. I would say this was not the best paella I have had. Which is unfortunate as my friend kept saying this is the best she ever had when she had been there before. I asked her if she ever had been to café Seville. Where they have what I consider the best paella. But this is also Temecula so I really don't expect much from this area. They were very busy so maybe I just had a bad moment and I hope that that is true and everyone else has a great experience there. I wish a manager had been present to be aware of what was happening on the floor during a possible breakfast to lunch transition

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    Bolero at Europa Village - Cocktails

    Cocktails

    Bolero at Europa Village - Organized Caesar salad

    Organized Caesar salad

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