Located about an hour north of San Diego, Temecula is the home of more than 30 wineries, which offer tasting rooms and private tours. Seasonal festivals and vibrant nightlife will keep the fun alive at any time year, or any time of day. Gambling lovers won't want to miss the Pechanga Resort and Casino. If shopping is your thing, take a look at some of the area's exquisite boutiques, or stock up on local olive oils at the Temecula Olive Oil Company.
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4.5 based on 385 reviews
Trattoria Toscana is a quaint, boutique Italian restaurant that creates an authentic Tuscan-Sardinian-Italian cultural experience, rich in the appreciation of high-quality food and wine. Trattoria Toscana caters to those who savor authentic, home-made Italian meals that bring out the flavors of each ingredient. Chef Pietro, born in Sardinia, carefully selects fresh, local ingredients to create daily specials as well as imports from Italy to create high quality, homemade Tuscan and Sardinian meals. Here at Trattoria Toscana, Chef Pietro draws on his Italian and Sardinian roots to bring the community a true Italian experience, transporting his guests to Italy for a delicious, enjoyable meal. He believes that the best flavors come from fresh food, using the highest quality ingredients, prepared daily, just as they do in Italy. Chef Pietro prepares his dishes with care and passion, attending to every detail. He makes the pasta and bread from scratch each day. He rolls housemade tortelloni and ravioli by hand. His gnocchi is made in house with potatoes and imported pecorino cheese, using his mother's recipe. You can find the staples of Italian cuisine, olive oil and tomatoes, in many of his dishes. He chooses to use high quality, extra virgin olive and truffle oils from Italy to ensure that his dishes have the authentic flavors of Italy. He sun dries tomatoes by hand using fresh, organic tomatoes to accentuate the flavors of his dishes, such as our popular Pappardelle con Funghi. Chef Pietro refrains from preparing his dishes far in advance, in order to preserve the tradition of preparing his dishes on the spot. This technique requires time for preparation and provides our guests with a leisurely dining experience, a time to relax and enjoy the company of others, sipping a lovely glass of wine, upholding Italian dining tradition. Cuisine is a passion and a past time in Italy, a time to revel in delightful flavors using just the right ingredients, and investing the time in its preparation every day. The interior décor, inspired by Chef Pietro's Sardinian and Tuscan roots and woodworking background, creates a quaint, authentic Italian dining experience. Pietro's own sculpted functional artwork made from recycled wood, his hand-crafted wine bar tiled with stone, and exquisitely crafted Italian window frames filled with Tuscan hillside paintings transport you to a hilltop in Tuscany where you can enjoy tantalizing food, wine and a true Italian experience at the table. Come taste the joy of Italian dining here in Temecula!
Easy to miss this store front restaurant. Fairly small but were seated quickly and ordered wine and the tri-colour bruschetta,which was excellent. I had the gnocchi Gorgonzola and my wife had a chicken pasta dish, both were very good.
The service was interesting, started with a waitress and ended with a rather officious waiter who spent quite a bit of time at the bar with the owner. He also reorganized some tables, I am not sure Iwould want to be there when they are busy!
4.5 based on 431 reviews
We begin with excellent ingredients and a passion for preparing rustic and real food. All of our dishes are made from scratch here in The Goat & Vine stone hearth kitchen. Our desire to provide an exceptional experience extends into the comfortable and classy dining room, where we borrow from century old design and combine a bit of rural-whimsy to offer a playful and easing atmosphere for everyone.
The pizza was very good. Their sauce is great but hard to get into. This is a very popular place. Any of the pizzas are good
4.5 based on 437 reviews
Actually ate in the wine bar but the same food as the restaurant. Our server Taylor was excellent with her suggestions. We had mussels as an appy and split Veal Marsala as the main course. Tried a couple of different wines and pistachio ice cream. We had a great conversation with bartender Nate about the Temecula wine region. Next time which is a definite we'll eat in the restaurant that has a much wider wine selection.
4.5 based on 153 reviews
We are a local family owned and operated restaurant. Our mission is to provide meals using top shelf ingredients at an affordable price to local neighborhoods. Bushfire Kitchen offers counter service (instead of wait service) in order to offer high quality food at a fraction of the price. Just about everything we serve is made at Bushfire Kitchen from scratch to ensure quality, control and freshness, just like you would do at home if you had the time. We strive to contribute to your healthy lifestyle by providing slow food served fast; cooked simply with bold flavors.
Three of us had dinner at 5:00pm on a Sunday. Seating inside and out but only room for 16 inside. You order at the cash register and your meal is brought to your table. Many people in and out for carryout. This restaurant was clean,...MoreHi Jim, thank you for taking the time to leave this great review! I’m happy to hear you had a great meal and experience with your wife and friend. Looking forward to seeing you again soon!
4.5 based on 560 reviews
The Restaurant at Ponte prepares wine country cuisine in a casual outdoor atmosphere. We are leading the way toward a community of wineries and restaurants dedicated to promoting local, sustainable farmers and ranchers. Our dishes feature top quality seasonal and regional ingredients prepared in our kitchen and enhanced when paired with our wines. The Restaurant is open daily, although hours do vary. The Restaurant at Ponte is open in inclement weather. Heaters and blankets are available in the winter, and misters and fans are used in the summer. Guests arriving By Limo or Private Bus: A separate limo reservation is required for the weekends. To submit a limo request, please see our website.
Nice setting, pretty grounds and surrounds. Big gift shop felt too cheesy. And the wine tasting bars were v crowded, staff not esp friendly. Had lunch at the restaurant, outdoors. Lovely setting but food was expensive and only avaerage, nothing exceptional. Great views, but over all we felt it was over priced and over rated. Enjoyed Wiens winery more.
4.5 based on 351 reviews
Our wait was about 30 minutes to be seated 10 for our server to take our order and another 20 for breakfast to arrive. The food was average but decent portion size. The cost of eggs and more, benedict and omelet choices is about $12 each.
4.5 based on 445 reviews
PUBlic House roosts in the heart of Old Town Temecula among rustic, nostalgic buildings. Since 2009, we have served the finest fare in a truly unique restored home from the 1950s. PUBlic House is discreet at first glance. As you walk up to our hosts you only just hear the life music and busy, joyful activity tucked out back awaiting you. This aspect of PUBlic House always makes dining an intimate rendezvous. Whether you are having a sweet heart-to-heart in the patio garden or catching up with friends on the balcony, PUBlic House romances with charm. Our customers describe PUBlic House as "Chill" and "Funky Cool". It's true, Fridays through Sundays you will rock the rhythm of live music 'til the wee hours. Staff say Sundays are especially relaxing due to the clientele vibe and live acoustic music. Throughout the year, PUBlic House's patio garden remains relaxing with the hum of friends and family dining on fine food and drink that uncommonly delight them. You enjoy dining in many different seasons. So, in steamy summers the balcony and patio garden sparkle with mist. In winters we get it toasty with outdoor heaters and warm, rich menu items. Welcome to the family!
This is a nice spot just off the main street in Old Town. There is a wonderful outdoor space and a large bar area with firepits. Very helpful staff and great food.
4.5 based on 187 reviews
Rustic, yet refined, local and effortlessly farm-to-table: Following a $2.5 million renovation, we’re launching Cork | Fire Kitchen – featuring inventive menus made for sharing, which highlight the daily bounty from our favorite local farms. Taste and share a range of inventive menu options, as well as a creative beverage program offering boutique wines and local beers on tap, and a unique wall of sultry, barrel-aged whiskies. You’ll love our new social elements – a wine tasting area, plenty of outdoor activities and a 20-person bar overlooking the golf course.Join us for a casual breakfast, lunch with friends, a romantic night out or weekend brunch. Enjoy the very best local edibles, foraged fresh and organic whenever possible.
A highlight of staying at Temecula Creek Inn is Cork Fire Kitchen - handcrafted cocktails, local beers, innovative cuisine and attentive service. No matter where you sit, there is always a invigorating breeze afforded by large windows and sliding doors. Although weather permitting, the patio is splendid. Actually, you do not have to be a guest at Temecula Creek Inn to enjoy Cork Fire Kitchen...but why not?!
4 based on 730 reviews
Housed in an elegant, Tuscan-inspired dining room with a relaxing wine bar and terrace, The Vineyard Rose Restaurant at South Coast Winery Resort & Spa serves contemporary California cuisine sourced from the season's freshest, locally-grown ingredients. Sheltered by open beams in the dining room or surrounded by vineyard views from the terrace, your table will be set with the finest flavors. each of our meals perfectly complement the award winning wines produced by Master Winemaker Jon McPherson.
While their wine qualify as a good effort at best, the resort, shop and all other amenities are outstanding. Once again, I was not impressed with the wines. However, the service was outstanding. If I were to return, I'd give serious consideration to staying at the resort.
4.5 based on 103 reviews
At In-N-Out Burger, quality is everything. Stop by to enjoy our menu of hamburgers, cheeseburgers, french fries and shakes. In-N-Out makes fast food the old fashioned way.
Affordable, friendly, delicious! I guess the only thing better would be if it's low calorie, but then it probably wouldn't taste as good. This location is convenient, right near 15, and is clean and always busy. Two thumbs up!
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