Really cute intimate and cozy wine lounge! Nice good menu, we only had appetizers we ordered the Brie and the Calamari which was flavorful and perfectly complimented the wines we ordered. They have a great variety of wines from all over the world I enjoyed a very well balanced Sancerre white wine. I recommend coming here. read more

Wineworks For Everyone - Calamari - New American Near Me - Mission Viejo, California

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I can't believe I haven't been to this restaurant. It took a girls pre-Christmas dinner to bring us all together to this adorable place and I'm so glad. We came just in time for happy hour so we were able to try a few things that I didn't get a chance to take a picture because we ate it so fast. First the potato pizzetta was incredible! I wish it had been bigger because sharing with 4 other gals meant we only got 1 slice each - ish. So def order more than one. Then calamari was crispy, a must try as well. I loved my kale quinoa salad and added salmon on the side that was cooked perfectly. Our server was so attentive, she kept going around our table asking what we needed, giving suggestions. Loved how well taken care of we were on a busy holiday week night. I can't wait to come back for a date night with my hubby. Parking is killer though. Super small area. They offer valet but I was lucky enough to find a spot in front of the restaurant but if you come during peak dining hours.. good luck! read more

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I don't mind dropping a couple hundred for dinner for my wife and I but this did not measure up. The tables were very small and jammed together, preventing privacy. With the exception of the beet salad, the food was a miss. While the wild mushroom appetizer had nice flavor, I kept getting some sort of gritty substance that reminded me of sand. Please clean your produce properly before making the dish. My wife's salmon was not good. She barely ate a third of it. My steak (a New York), was satisfactory but not worth the price charged. I will say the potatoes on the side were tasty. It was very kind that we were served a complimentary dessert (Basque Cheesecake) for our anniversary. I should have taken the waitress' advice to try the budino or bread pudding instead. The cheesecake was nothing special. The parking situation is awful. Overall, we don't plan to return. read more

Randomly came across this on Resy while searching for a last-minute girls night out! Valet parking was $7.50 which was reasonable and the parking lot is quite small. It's a small wine bar tucked in a little retail plaza. The wine wall is so pretty and it's fun to see all the wine they carry there. We love wine and were pleasantly surprised and impressed with the food and wine selection! It exceeded our expectations. We ordered: Appetizers: Crab cakes - A hearty piece of crab that was well balanced with the arugula. Brie fondue - omg this fondue was to die for! The fondue was heavenly and delicious with the pear and bread. Cheese & charcuterie plate - A bit smaller than expected but all of the cheeses, especially the goat cheese was a total hit. Would've preferred crackers and/or other types of bread served with this. Entrees: Potato pizzette - surprisingly delicious! Never had potatoes on pizza but this was savory and full of flavor! Brussels sprouts - omg these were to die for! Perfect amount of char with succulent pieces of chorizo and not too sweet, we all loved this so much! Short rib - a generous slab of short rib that was melt-in-your-mouth amazing! Loved the rainbow carrots and mashed potatoes. We also shared a bottle of the Napa valley Teeter-Totter Cabernet Sauvignon which was just perfect. Service was excellent and the food came out quickly. We had a wonderful time here and will be back to try their other dishes! read more

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Great! 4.5 - especially for MV. Each dish delivered. Calamari on point, right crispness, on a fresh arrival salad and delicious homemade aiolis. Bruschetta fresh and crisp. Guinness bread ... the burgers sd my personal fav. Perfect meat to bun ratio. Juicy enough to start a side drip. Fries filet, short rib both great! Service also is fantastic. Great wine reccos and distinct opinions and direction for food - not your "oh everything is great" nonsense response to menu questions. One of the best spots in south OC in my opinion. Good food. Good service. Good value. read more

Great food. Good wine recommendations. Brie fondue is a must. Have enjoyed all their restaurants. Dublin4. And also Fable & Spirit. Family run - all of them. read more

First time here! Great, cozy ambience and delicious food. I love Dublin next door, so I knew this place wouldn't disappoint. I ordered the calamari and brie appetizer. Both were good, as expected! Our server was so attentive and friendly. I wish the menu was a bit different than Dublin. It might attract a different audience, which would be good for business as Dublin seemed busier and I was there on a Wed. Maybe offer a few homemade soups, with a totally different happy hour menu than Dublin. Different apps with a suggested wine pairing would be awesome! read more

Last night we had an incredible birthday dinner at the only large table they have in the restaurant it's perfect. It's right in the middle and it seats 10 to 12 people. First off, I have to say Sophia our caretaker, for the evening was divine. She was just so spot on with all of her attention. She really made our evening flawless with her impeccable service to us girls.. The food is always so amazing here and of course, I don't have to mention the quality of wine . We all enjoyed different dishes from the quinoa salads to the grilled salmon and beat salads. The pork chops were great and one of the ladies had the burger which all of us were just dying to try... I really recommend that you come to wine works for everyone either on a date or a celebration or just a family get together. It's such a great time at the restaurant is just gorgeous. read more

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Tasty date night spot! Came for my husband's birthday and we loved everything! The brie fondue, corn chowder, halibut, and fried chicken were all so tasty. Great service and intimate atmosphere. We will be back! read more

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When I dine out, I look for a balance between the ambiance and the quality of the food. Unfortunately, this restaurant fell short on both fronts. The atmosphere felt more like a casual bar--no white tablecloths or upscale touches--yet the pricing reflected that of a fine dining establishment. We spent around $50 for two glasses of wine and $100 on main dishes, bringing the total to $190 with tax and tip. For that price, we could have enjoyed a much better meal in a more refined setting elsewhere. read more

Went here for dinner on Valentine's Day and were greeted by the owners, who are the same owners of Dublin 4 Gastropub (located next door) and Fable & Spirit (located in Newport Beach and received a Bib Gourmand rating by Michelin in 2021). It was awesome to to see them interact with their customers and manage the evening workflow. Keep up the great work and keep feeding us because we are hungry! THE FOODS | The kitchen is shared with their restaurant next door, so many of the menu items are similar, if not identical. For this visit, we decided to try some items seen on their sister menus, as well as try a few new items seen only on this menu... - Steamed Prince Edward Island Mussels | Incredibly tender mussels covered in white wine, butter, garlic, and lemon with a small pool of this sauce concoction settled at the bottom of the bowl. We used each mussel shell to scoop up some of the sauce and loved every bite. At some point, we ran out of mussels, but still used the empty shells to slurp up the remaining sauce; it's that amazing. The dish also comes with a small tower of thyme frites, which were lightly crispy with earthy flavors. This is a must try! - Heirloom Beet Salad | Soft, slightly sweet red and golden beets, topped with toasted hazelnuts, wild rocket (arugula), Humboldt fog (a type of goat cheese), and smoked salt. The balsamic reduction is diagonally slashed across the plate; a perfect indirect way of letting the person you're sharing with know, "that's your half and this is my half." It's a refreshing and lively dish to try out. - Prime Beef Duo | Buttery tender wagyu beef on one side of the plate and sweet braised short rib on the other side; it's the best of both worlds. A rich truffle pomme purée (fancy mashed potatoes) is generously smeared across the plate and buttery asparagus sits on top. Cabernet reduction sauce is served on the side for dipping. Highly recommend ordering this dish; it is ridiculously phenomenal. - Prime New York "Manhattan Cut" | Ordered medium rare, the New York steak is juicy and tender. It comes with a creamy side of sauce au poivre that immediately caught my attention and left me feeling like I just experienced magic. The dish also includes parmesan herb potatoes, haricot verts, roasted bell peppers, and pickled shallots. It's a well-balanced dish with engaging flavors and textures. Highly recommend this dish as well. - Callebaut Chocolate Budino | We shared this dessert composed of silky chocolate budino (pudding) with sea salt sprinkled on top, banana brûlée (torched with caramelized sugar), and a side of crunchy hazelnut streusel. Vanilla bean cremoux is poured on the base. It looks like a deconstructed banana creme brûlée of sorts; sweet and crunchy. Another dish I recommend for its decadence. THE DRINKS | We should've probably ordered wine, but the cocktail menu was too appealing to pass up... - The Pirate Queen | Rum with crème de banana, maraschino, and angostura. This cocktail is sweet and a little bitter, but the egg white foam layered on top helps balance everything out. - The Hooligan | Whiskey with a little cinnamon spice, clove, and citrus zest. The end result is a smooth cocktail... and my favorite. - The Perfect Pear | Gin with pear, lemon, and cinnamon. Subdued botanical notes contrast the zest and spice. Nicely done. - Forgive and Fernet | Bourbon with chocolate notes and a little zest. It's bittersweet with a kick. THE WINEWORKS FOR EVERYONE FEELS | I love the way this place makes me feel like I'm dining in a fancy living room. It's a charming space with communal tables, bar seating, and stand-alone tables. Be prepared to sit comfortably near other parties (I see you, introverts). See it as an opportunity to make new friends. THE PARKING SITUATION | Parking is rough due to the small shopping plaza it's located in. You may have to do valet parking. Luckily, we found a parking spot right in front at 5PM on a Tuesday. THE ORDERING LOGISTICS | We dined in. THE RESERVATIONS | Make reservations! It's a small establishment, so secure your table ahead of time. WOULD I COME BACK? | Yes! I love their food and atmosphere. Maybe I'll do wine tasting one of these days. read more

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Everything we tried from the menu was superb. The brie and pear appetizer was fun to share and so delicious. The roasted corn bisque with truffle foam had a unique flavor that is absolutely craveable. Highly recommend the filet mignon, the garlic potato served alongside complemented the steak perfectly. The restaurant has an upscale atmosphere and really great service. 10/10! read more

Wineworks For Everyone - Filet mignon - New American Near Me - Mission Viejo, California

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I had an EXCELLENT experience here! The staff was incredibly FRIENDLY and made me feel very WELCOME from the moment I walked in. The meal was absolutely FANTASTIC--I ordered the short rib, and it was cooked to PERFECTION, TENDER and FLAVORFUL. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for GREAT FOOD and a WARM, WELCOMING ATMOSPHERE. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

So glad to discover this hidden gem. Living in mission Viejo, we don't have wide selection of great restaurants and I came across wine works just to have a glass of wine with a friend. To my delight, they have great dinner menu and their food is excellent! They of course have wide variety of excellent wine from all of the world. Definitely must try! read more

Absolutely amazing steak!!! Such a fun night with friends and family . Potatoes were so darn good

This place is fantastic! The food is amazing, service fantastic & drinks flamboyant. I've been three times now and both wine works & the adjoins gastro pub did not disappoint. They also have a busy favorable happy hour, wine tastings and large tables for large parties. We loved the Brie fondue, brussel sprouts and mushrooms as appetizers. The quinoa& Caesar salads with salmon were delicious. The salmon large and cooked right. My son loves the fried chicken and jalapeño cornbread. They have a kids menu with the usuals. Lots of drink choices! Our server went above & beyond, ambiance was good with winery vibe. The gastro pub next door is more casual pub style but you can order off both menus in either restaurants.Parking is tight but they have $7 valet. The later it gets the busier so make a reservation. Cant wait to go again with my gal pals. read more

Wineworks For Everyone - Pretty gin drink! - New American Near Me - Mission Viejo, California

Good food, great wine, friendly staff. Beautifully decorated. Parking is super tough. Maybe Uber there.

This was one of the best meals I have had in a very long time. It had a very large selection of wine and the food was off the charts. The happy hour was pretty well priced and we were able to order from not only this restaurant but the one next door, Dublin 4 Gastropub. Our table shared a few appetizers including the wild-caught white shrimp, D4 Ruben rolls, roasted sweet corn pizzetta, and more and they were all delicious. The service was also lightning fast and we were able to continue ordering apps and dinner throughout the night. The Lamb and Filet were cooked perfectly and the sides were just as good. Their food was a bit on the pricier side but definitely worth it if you're looking for a nice dinner out. The owner even welcomed us in and even stopped by the table to check in, the staff were also very attentive and helpful as well. I was very impressed with this spot and will definitely be stopping by again. read more

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Staying at the Fairfield Marriott is just a hop and a skip away from this place. Went for a nightcap and snackie - ordered a bottle Tre Leoni and the Brie fondu. It was a good bottle of wine, without too terrible of a markup. Also, they have large wine glasses, which is always appreciated. The Brie fondu was melty cheesy goodness. It comes with 4 slices of bread and half of a pear. My girlfriend has celiac so we asked for extra pear, they obliged without huffing and puffing and without an up-charge. The service was lacking, but they were pretty busy and didn't have much wait staff available. They are available for outdoor dining. They have a nice little make shift patio set up in the parking lot. read more

Wineworks For Everyone - Inside area. - New American Near Me - Mission Viejo, California

Food average. Ambiance, well we were sat at the bar. Service, after ordering a 50 steak, I was told that they were out of steak knives. The tone of the waitress was that of disdain and lack of patience. It would have been a better Valentines experience if the attitude was toned down at that point. End of story. read more

Amazing all around - service, wine, food. Incredible. We come here for family occasions and I recently brought my coworkers & bosses here for a business dinner. It was a hit! Highly recommend. read more

Great selection of wines and decent pricing during happy hour (ends at 6). I would love more food options but their charcuterie and cheese board was delicious ($28 for 3 meats and 2 cheeses)z read more

Wineworks For Everyone - Beautiful view of the lake - New American Near Me - Mission Viejo, California

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I was really impressed by this little spot. I had pretty mediocre expectations for food going to a wine bar, but was pleasantly surprised at how good the food was. We went with a large group of 8 and ordered appetizers to share. The apps we got were the Brie Fondue, Oven Baked Wild Mushrooms, and charred brussel sprouts. All were great and I recommend all of the dishes! We did have to ask for more bread a few times because the slices given were just not enough for all of the brie fondue. The server obliged with no issues. For my meal I split the salmon with another girl. What I loved is that they actually split it for us. We didn't ask for it to be split but it was extremely nice that we didn't have to do it ourselves! The salmon was really good and I am glad we got only half so that we could split so many different plates. For drinks I got one of their craft cocktails - I can't remember the name of it but I know it had egg whites in it. The drink was very good and loved the presentation of it. I can't wait for them to bring back happy hour so I can check that out next time!! read more

Our go-to local when visitors are in town. Always pleasant and friendly atmosphere. Good food and a wonderful wine list with knowledgeable servers. And Dublin4 next door by the same owners is worthy of a try read more

Probably our favorite restaurant in town with Dublin 4 next door. The pork chop is amazing. Maybe one of my favorite dishes at any restaurant. The burgers are crazy good (lamb and the beef) as our the fries. The fried chicken is our friends' favorite dish and we've had that as well. Cocktails are amazing and so many wines by the glass to try. By far the best restaurant in town. read more

If you're very rich you need to come here. The flavors are great... but expect some execution errors. The biggest problem was... Everything was overpriced (and the food was not perfect.) This must be a destination restaurant for the Coto de caza people. If you're advertising rack of lamb for $50, I expect a rack of lamb, not three lamb chops. And the mushroom risotto was overcooked and not al dente. The $40 piece of halibut was overcooked although I asked for it medium well (it was dry). sauteed kale was extremely bitter. I'm glad I went but I won't be back. I'm sad. read more

Wineworks For Everyone - Lamb with mushroom risotto - New American Near Me - Mission Viejo, California

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First time dining and second time visiting I made the reservation for us moms to go out on a Sunday early evening, online. It was so nice to be seated at a beautiful table with our name on the paper welcoming us. The waitress and other servers were very friendly and patient with us as we chatted away. This was a very nice dinner, filled with great conversation, great food and drinks! Pros: -service was attentive and friendly -all food was creative and delicious -whiskey cocktail was "spirit forward" $11 -happy hour wine at $8 a glass Cons: -dinner was a little on the steep side,our group of 5 moms weren't expecting to spend $400 on a Sunday night. Wineworks is definitely a place for everyone to enjoy, especially if you like food and drinks ;) read more

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Upscale restaurant in a small space. We had a Happy Hour here. I was able to leave a message for Wineworks to reserve our large group. I received a confirmation voicemail and text message. Be prepared: the parking is limited with option of $7 valet; carpooling is encouraged. Located adjacent to the Starbucks, Wineworks offers expensive food but really good drinks (wine, beer, & hard alcohol). Their HH is only for an hour: 4:30pm-5:30pm on the weekdays. Our server was attentive. She already poured cold water in fancy glasses which was much appreciated since it was very warm outside. The calamari is very light and scrumptious. It became muggy due to the weather so they opened the front door. Would have been nice if they pulled down the shades or cranked up the A/C. Overall, our party had a great time. read more

Suuuuuper expensive. A teeny tiny salad for $15 that was 4 or 5 bites... ridiculous. I feel like we were punked. Service also should be noted...not good. read more

Fun fun fun place to have dinner with friends. Stopped by there on Sunday to celebrate a friend's pregnancy. Parking can be a challenge but no problem Sunday evening. It shares the kitchen with Dublin4 so you get a very extensive dinner menu. Wine selection is robust. Nothing overly expensive but all drinkable. Wines from all over the world ranging from $40 and up. As for the food, so much to choose from. We started with fancy tater and the ultra yummy Brie. As for entree we had the chicken and salmon. Salmon was tasty but the chicken was so tender and tasty. We closed it out with chocolate cake and banana pudding. Also very tasty Highly recommend for an evening out. read more

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I would give the place 10 stars if I could . We were a party of 6 and all of us had the same opinion. From the very welcoming greeting from the very polite owner to our server and food everything was exceptional. I will come again for sure. Thank you read more

We celebrated a Birthday on Friday with some dear friends. We had an AMAZING dinner. The service was exceptional, not to mention , the sauces were spectacular!!! Here's what we had!!!!! To start Mussels served with fries on top, the mushrooms, crab cakes, and the beet salad. Not 1 bite left over!!!!! Then for main courses we had the pasta, short ribs, lamb chops, and fried chicken. This is when we started feeling full. Next the birthday dessert with lemon blueberry.sauce on bread pudding & of course with coffee. To die for. Our friends do Napa trips a couple of times a year and we're raving about the quality and tastes of everything, especially the sauces . We will b back VERY soon, don't miss this hidden gem. Thank U Wineworks!!!!! read more

Kinda a fancy place. Randomly dropped in one day. Lucky to snag a parking spot. Looks mostly valet. We had come early. We got wines and a cheese plate. read more

Great food, service, wine selection. The owners are very attentive to guests. They have a very good happy hour. Their daughter is the sommelier and knows what she's talking about. Ask her to recommend something. I've had the halibut, short-rib, salmon. All excellent. read more

Excellent cocktail bar atmosphere. High quality food, cocktails and wine. Great happy hour menu. Service also good at the bar. Not too crowded or loud. Will definitely be back. read more

Amazon food amazing wine selections. I chose the salmon dish which did not disappoint. Others at the table got the mussels per our servers recommendation, however they said there were many bad ones in each bowl. So maybe steer away from those. All in all, great place for dinner! read more

Wineworks For Everyone - Salmon - New American Near Me - Mission Viejo, California

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My friend and I wanted to check out Dublin 4 Gastropub next door but they didn't have Happy Hour so we opted for WineWorks instead. As we entered, the hostess asked if we had a reservation. We said we were just there for Happy Hour and she pointed us to the bar. Turns out it was a great choice considering their Happy Hour menu is chock full of great eats and libations. By the way, they share the same kitchen but are two different restaurants. We asked about the Green Point cocktail ($11) which was described as their version of the Old Fashioned. I'm an Old Fashioned drinker so we asked if we could sub the whiskey with Bourbon and our server said it could be done. My friend ordered the Rosé ($8). Since it was 10 minutes until 6 pm, we ordered our food and additional drinks. We had the English peas toastini ($5) with pancetta, Parmigiano Reggiano, and organic egg, Brie fondue ($8) served with Bartlett pears and toast, and the WineWorks Burger paired with a glass of red ($20). We also ordered the wine flight ($12) that comes with three 3-oz pours of our choice (aside from prosecco) to share. So if you're paying attention, that's six alcoholic beverages between the two of us. The food was really good. I would definitely come back. The pea toastini was full of umami flavors and hit the spot as an initial appetizer. The Brie fondue was delectable and I can see why it's their most popular shareable appetizer. It's spreadable and pairs well with the pears and toast. The burger was cooked to our desired medium level of doneness and was really rich. It went well with the South African Cabernet that was paired with it. All of the wines were really fantastic (Pinot Noir from Central Coast, South African red blend, and a Cabernet Souvignon). They were smooth, fruity, and drinkable. The service was so-so. My glass of water sat empty until I had to ask for more water. Even though we sat at the bar, they were fairly busy helping out other customers, and it took us some time to flag down someone to put in another order or ask for more water. While we had not planned on dining there last night, it was a great spot to catch up and chat with my friend. They have a VERY small parking lot so we opted to valet for $5 instead. They do get busy so a reservation is recommended if you come around dinnertime. read more

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The food was outstanding!! Three people had the Salmon but I had the Pork Chop which was outstanding. The service is 4 stars / 5. They are a tad slow but when they do get there they are good with request and recommendations. Telling us we had 5 minutes to order the Happy hour menu and not return for 10 minutes!? The ambiance is excellent, you can switch a table if you would like a better one and they are extremely cooperative. Highly recommend this restaurant, you will leave happy and satisfied with your order!! read more

Delicious food and great for special occasions. Owner usually there to say hello and make wine pairing recommendations. Friendly, quiet & comfortable. read more

Food was good. But the dessert came cold Our server didn't know any of the answers to our questions about the menu. There was only one server for the entire place. The service is SO SLOW. I would never recommend coming in on a weekend or Friday. Service was poor I asked for a menu 4 times and then got up and got it myself. The server whoever she is CLEARLY doesn't care. Subpar at best. I'd recommend going next door to the other restaurant owned by the same place because they are better over there. Sad overall. Not worth the value or the time I had a reservation and it took us 3 hours to complete dinner because it took 45 minutes to order 30 mins to get food and then 25 mins to order again then longer to get a dessert COLD! read more