What's the craic? Fairfield/Suisun's best local winery might just be Bally Keal…read more My best friend and I were kicking off Memorial Day weekend with some wine tasting and ended up stumbling across Bally Keal after another nearby winery left us underwhelmed. We noticed the beautiful property, the giant wine glass sculpture, and a sign for live music on Friday night, so we decided to stop in. Jeff greeted us at the door and immediately made us feel welcome. After hearing we enjoy sparkling wine, he poured us a taste of their Brut, which was crisp, refreshing, and good enough that we ordered a bottle to enjoy while the band set up. The atmosphere here is fantastic with comfortable seating, a lively crowd, and genuinely friendly staff like Jessica & Jeff. Jeff also shared a little history of the winery and introduced us to some of their house-made spirits, including a surprisingly smooth vodka crafted from Chardonnay grapes. My friend especially loved their tequila selection. Once Sixty Scandals started playing their '80s covers, the place came alive. People were dancing, laughing, and just having a great time. We even ended up making a few new wine friends during the evening. Before we left, my friend joined the wine club, and we walked out with bottles, hats, and plans to come back soon. We also had the chance to meet the owner, who was humble, welcoming, and clearly passionate about creating a fun community space. If you're in the Fairfield/Suisun area, Bally Keal is absolutely worth checking out. Cheers / sláinte!

Jesse made our visit to this wonderful winery so memorable. It was so memorable we came back two…read moremore times in the period of two week. So we figured because they serve wine, spirits and beer it's the perfect place to use as a local bar!!! Ambiance and service is like being at a high end bar. Consistently great! Thank you for always making us feel special.

Meeting up with some friends for a nice Saturday afternoon out, we decided to come to Ryan Darrell…read morewine. We enjoyed the beautiful layout of the facility and that there was ample seating and shade. The service was kind and attentive. My husband and our two friends enjoyed their wine tasting while I enjoyed a simple glass of their rosé. There was a nice breeze and it was a beautiful day. If you are looking for some quality wine in a beautiful setting without the high maintenance, high pressure vibes that you find in Napa, come check this place out.

Our journey through Suisun Valley we came across this beautiful winery. As we walked up we were…read moregreeted by a young man that asked if this was our first time here. He and his brother Ryan were very hospitable. I really love this winery as it felt like I was somewhere in the Napa Valley. Wine tasting was $30 but we decided on a glass of wine. The grounds here is so beautiful with lots of greenery and lots of outdoor seat. I also really like that if you want to you could bring your own food to enjoy with your tasting or glass of wine. Definitely can't wait to come back and bring my friends to see this beautiful winery. Thank you Collin and Ryan for being so friendly.

My friend has a membership here and we came for a tasting. They are very generous with this pours…read moreand options for the tasting! Erica took care of us and she was very attentive and knowledgeable. My favorite wine was the exit 41! it was very smooth!

We love this place and have been coming for years. It's easy to get to from the Bay Area, they have…read morea beautiful picnic area, inside tables and group areas... so you can reserve a space for a "get-together". They have tasty great wine at a reasonable price... I know you are groaning if you have gone to Napa wineries and gotten sticker shock!! It's affordable here. ... and the wine is rich and flavorful with a great selection of varieties / vintages. The staff is great, all the family seems to have worked one job or another in the Wooden Valley winery... Mama would be proud. Cheers.

Stunning Winery. Well priced for wine tasting. Interior and…read moreexterior are very instagram worthy. Complimentary coffee after wine tasting is a thoughtful touch & I truly enjoyed it. Our waitstaff serving the wines was a bit lazy, sorry to say. He didn't care to explain too much about wines and when we asked a question he kind of had an attitude. I would have docked a star for this but it wouldn't be fair to this place. Can't wait to go back

Absolutely gorgeous grounds and architecture, with some decent wines. The grounds are lined with…read more140 palm trees, including the tik tok viral palm tree road. The main building was designed by Bohlin Cywinski Jackson, whose architecture firm produced some Apple Store and Blue Bottle Coffee locations. From the moment you check in you're captivated by the grounds. They pour six wines and we opted for the charcuterie board. The charcuterie board has a nice spread of olives, white & red wine salami, various cheeses and macadamia nuts. My favorite cheese was the Espresso White Cheddar. As for the wines my favorite wine out of everything i tasted wasn't on the wine flight but purchased separately. That would be the Emmolo Vineyards No 9 Sparkling Brut. The staff at the self service bar was very friendly but our personal tasting staff left a little more to be desired. We wish he would have broke down what flavor and scent notes each wine had, what charcuterie items paired well with what wines and remind us to rinse our glasses between tastings to avoid mixed flavor notes. He was more so in a rush and even after being tipped was sort of in a rush to get us out so he could get the table ready for the next party. We wound up getting two bottles of 2019 Grand Durif Petite Sirah to go, as when you spend over $100 your wine tasting is comped. The gift shop is lovely and on the way out don't forget to treat yourself with a nice espresso. Would be nice if they also offered iced or hot tea for those that aren't into coffee.

Very good venue bands gets the crowd involved and ready to dance. No bad seats, we enjoyed the…read moreservice and warm reception.

I really wanted to try the blue champagne that I saw advertised on a post I came across…read more They are located far from city lid and more around fields growing grapes for the wines. Parking is tight so maybe during busy days might be hard to find parking. I enjoyed my blue taste and shared with family that was interested because it was blue. I would definitely suggest this as a great gift for a birthday or wedding or even a special occasion.

Chic spot with a casual vibe and nice vineyard views. Make a reservation, when we visited for…read moreSunday brunch the line was wild. The food was delicious and so was their wine by the glass. Note that they have a few different experiences: sit down restaurant, order food at the counter and self seat in the event space/courtyard, and I think a wine tasting area. We were a little confused at arrival, but one of their staff helped direct us after a min or two. We had a variety of apps and entrees and all exceeded our expectations. And we had a couple folks with a gluten allergy and they were so pleased with the many gluten-free options on the menu. Service for sit down dining was great. Highly recommended.

A really chill spot to go alone or with a group. The food and drinks were stellar and the vibe was…read morejust perfect. Will be going back many times this summer

Brought my wife's aunt here for brunch to celebrate her birthday. My Wine Country breakfast was…read morevery good. Most people at our table ordered and enjoyed it as well. Couple others ordered the Cubano and said they enjoyed it. Service was attentive and quick. One odd moment occurred... me, my wife and her aunt arrived before others and ordered a cappuccino each. It came in a large glass mug. After the other 5 showed up they also ordered coffee but they received it in to go cups. When we asked why they said they ran out of clean coffee cups.... The views are spectacular and we sat outside. Definitely someplace to try again next time with a glass of wine.

While out of town doing a little wine tasting with a friend, we stopped here for brunch since it…read morewas nearby. The setup is a little unique. There's a counter area where you can order coffee, pastries, breakfast items, or food to-go, while the left side has a hostess stand if you'd prefer full table service inside or on the patio. The brunch menu was a bit limited, and I ended up ordering the croissant sandwich. The croissant itself was soft and fresh, but overall the sandwich left me wanting a little more flavor. It was on the smaller side, didn't have much bacon, and even with the preserved tomato aioli it felt a bit underwhelming. The breakfast potatoes also weren't really my favorite. They were small whole potatoes with the skins on and heavily seasoned with cayenne pepper. Personally, I would've liked another side option such as fresh fruit. That said, the staff was very friendly and welcoming throughout the visit. For two croissant sandwiches, two iced teas, and a side of fries, the total came to around $70 with tip, which felt a little pricey for the overall experience. The property itself is beautiful. It looks like they host live music and events in the outdoor quad area, and I noticed they also offer wood-fired pizza after 11 AM, which honestly sounds worth coming back to try. Overall, I have mixed feelings as the atmosphere and service were great, but the food didn't quite live up to expectations for me personally.

LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS SPOT!! The membership has many perks and the wines are beyond smooth! My house…read moreis stacked with their wines monthly! Love coming here for my monthly pick ups! The customer service is always great as well!

Driving through town, we picked this perfect spot for a wine tasting. Lovely wines with wonderful…read moreservice. I didn't catch his name but the gentleman who served us shared the family history of the vineyard and the wines. When we are back in the area we will definitely return for another visit and may even join their wine club. Thank you for a great wine tasting experience!

Had the best time here for my Husbands birthday lunch . The grounds are beautiful . There's so much…read moregreenery , blooming flowers and the olive trees and the huge tree outdoors while dining made it feel so tranquil and relaxing. I initially booked an olive oil tasting but later discovered that it was more of an educational thing where you have to sit in a room. With a baby and a dog , I was hoping we can just enjoy that outdoors but they weren't able to accommodate. I hope sometime in the future they can change that . Instead of the olive oil tasting , I decided to have lunch outdoors. It was such a beautiful day and a tad windy . We started with some cocktails. Pomegranate Margarita : 5/5 it was the perfect blend of tangy , slightly sweet and the salt rim balanced all the flavors nicely. Also , it was pretty strong . Charcuterie $45 : Wow the presentation for this charcuterie was beautiful . Everything on the board was yummy and was a nice snack for grazing and enjoying it with the cocktail . I really liked the sweet walnuts , olives , wagyu sausage , pickled carrots , cauliflower , & the fig jam . 5/5 French onion soup $20 : I never really think to get a french onion soup but I was convinced that this was the best thing ever .. and guess what ?! It was !! This was probably the best french onion soup i've ever had . It was super rich , savory , and slightly sweet from the carmelized onions . It also had some delicious melted gruyère cheese that was oozing with the soup . The puff pastry on top was soo good . It was nice and comforting . 5/5 Prosciutto and Brie $30 : Dare I say this was probably one of the tastiest sandwiches ever ?! I can't believe prosciutto and brie can taste this good . The combination of garlic aioli , pickled shallots , red onions with farm greens mixed in the sandwich really brought out all the flavors. The only downside is for the portion idk if it justifies the price 4.5 /5 Ordered a special Pre fixe menu that came with farm salad with Quinoa + Olive oil icecream puff pastry dessert $30 + 10 salmon add on to salad . Salmon quinoa salad : This dish was super simple but the fish was cooked to perfection . It was super moist and the quinoa was fluffy and the salad was nicely dressed . 5/5 We had a great time and the food was fantastic. I'm really happy this place was dog friendly and family friendly. It's so hard finding places that accommodate both . Service was great . Luis did a good job on making sure we were taken care of . He was always checking in on us during our meal and was even whispering when the baby was napping . A+ service . Overall this place is a hidden gem . It's a tad pricey for lunch but the quality and service makes it worth it . We will definitely be back again to try the other delicious foods !

Beautifully tucked in Suisun valley vineyards, this place is a hidden gem and sources fresh…read moreingredients from the farm and garden. Dined in with a friend and sat outside in the patio. Because they have a small farm, there is a bit of a smelly aroma outside. We had the French onion soup, which was enclosed by a puff pastry and had gruyere cheese inside, torch shaped pasta with squash and pancetta and breadcrumbs, and a Brussels sprouts Caesar salad with crispy prosciutto. Every dish tasted magnificent. I like them all equally. Tastefully seasoned and cooked well to make the flavors stand out along with beautiful presentation. My critiques would be that the melted cheese from the French onion soup would solidify get stuck on the spoon and some of the larger Brussels sprouts on the salad were a bit tough. Pasta was a tad bit salty but still great. We had two scoops of gelato for dessert- olive oil with a hint of lemon zest and flakey salt and chocolate. Both were creamy delicious and not too rich. Our server was nice and explained some of the food items to us. After lunch, my friend and I walked around the garden and enjoyed the views surrounded by the vineyards.

Customer service is always top-tier at Tolenas Winery. From the moment you arrive, the staff is…read morefriendly, welcoming, and genuinely attentive, which immediately sets the tone for a great visit. The atmosphere is relaxed and family-friendly, making it a comfortable spot whether you're visiting with friends, family, or kids. One of the biggest perks is that they allow outside food, which makes it perfect for picnics or casual gatherings while enjoying wine. The wine selection is consistently excellent--every bottle we've tried has been delicious, and there's truly something for everyone. Nothing feels rushed or pretentious, just good wine and a great vibe. Overall, it's always a positive experience here. Great service, great wine, and a welcoming environment--there's honestly never a bad time at Tolenas. Highly recommend!

Went to Tolenas Winery for their Harvest Festival back in October and had such a great time. The…read morewhole place was really nice and welcoming, and the atmosphere made it easy to just relax and enjoy everything. They had live music from the Rockvillians, which was awesome, plus a grape stomping competition that made it really fun and different from your typical winery visit. The wine was great too. We had some delicious pizza while we were there. Overall it was such a fun experience and you can tell they put a lot of effort into making it a memorable event. Definitely planning to come back soon.