Great atmosphere, good people, good food! Great place to pop in and play a game or two of pool,…read moreplay some tunes on the jukebox, and hang with awesome locals.

We are locals and this is our go to spot for burgers. Good price and delicious! Generous with the…read morefries. They don't always have them available, so call ahead.

My husband, Joe, & I helped Ali & Daniel with their wedding dances for their wedding celebration in…read moreJune of last year. When they shared their wedding dance pictures with us at "Orange County Wedding Dance" in Costa Mesa, California, we knew we needed to comment, not only on their lovely dancing, but also about their beautiful outdoor venue; Blue Sky & Greenery! Their photos were Breathtakingly Beautiful!!!

Highly recommend!!! We enjoyed ourselves thoroughly! Such a peaceful experience. We chose the…read moreMindful trail riding experience. Absolutely perfect!! Thank you so much Hannah & Tanner for helping us have a wonderful and successful horseback riding experience. We truly enjoyed and loved the entire experience. From grooming/brushing and bonding with your particular horse, to trail riding with the horses. It was very relaxing, relieving much unnecessary stress, and brought in much needed peace! Raven is such a love. Also, Fancy and Rebel! Lots of beauty and fun!!! Lovely owners, beautiful horses and a stunning property to boot! Afterwards we went on over to the Watershed and met Sherry (such a sweetheart) and got to enjoy the BEST root beers. Thanks again! DeAnne, Brian & Curtis

We met Tanner at the stables for our scheduled ride. My husband is nervous around horses and Tanner…read moretook extra time to be sure he was comfortable. I haven't been on a horse in many years so it was nice to have some refresher time in a ring to acclimate ourselves. The ride itself was gorgeous and Tanner kept us engaged with local history and personal stories. We will absolutely be returning and highly recommend.

Was here for a friend's wedding. The venue is gorgeous. The views are beautiful and it was so…read morelovely to be able to see the stars underneath the starlight. Appreciated that there were some heat lamps available during the evening. I will say that there was a lot of confusion randomly throughout the day that seemed to be an issue with communication. After the wedding the couple wanted to have an after party with some of the guests and had some extra food sent to the main house. I was staying in the meadow house and preparing to get ready for bed, when someone came in saying that the after party was at our house. Apparently there was no communication about not allowing food in the main house, which is understandable; however, folks staying in the house were unaware and it was frustrating to hear that the maid of honor was told to gather the food from the main house herself to the meadow house (which is a steep hike in heels, in the dark, after a long day of participating in the wedding). Thankfully the groom came with a golf cart to help her. It just seemed like pretty poor communication and lack of support, which is highly unfortunate. Adjustments could have been made in advance had folks from the wedding been notified. Guests had fun regardless and those of us who were in the wedding party really appreciated being able to stay on property. The amenities were nice (shower essentials, robes, kitchen essentials, hair dryer, steamer, etc) and we liked being able to stay in property. It provided for a lot of great photo ops. It's such a beautiful venue I'll give it 3 stars, but communication could certainly be improved.

Stopped by Volcan winery on a very hot Saturday afternoon. It was pretty busy inside, luckily…read morethere was some shaded seating outside. Tried a bottle of their Chardonnay and it was very refreshing and crisp. The inside area is pretty loud, the employees are all attentive and helpful.

Great Vibe... The Wine, Not So Much…read more After escaping the Grape Stomp Festa , we stopped at Volcan Mountain Winery, and honestly, the tasting room was a much better experience. The atmosphere is really nice--very chill and relaxing, with friendly and welcoming staff. It's the kind of place where you can sit back, enjoy the scenery, and hang out for a while. One of the coolest things is the location right next to the Volcan apple farm. There are apple trees everywhere, which really gives you that Julian fall experience. We were even able to pick a few apples, which ended up being one of the highlights of the day. Now... let's talk about the wine. Maybe Temecula Valley has spoiled me, but these wines just weren't doing it for me. We tried several, and unfortunately, they tasted pretty cheap compared to what I'm used to drinking in Temecula. Nothing really stood out enough to make me want to take a bottle home. Basically, I liked the winery more than I liked the wine. Would I come back for the chill atmosphere, friendly staff, apple-country scenery and overall vibe? Absolutely. Would I make the drive specifically for the wine? Probably not. Vibe: 9/10 Staff: 10/10 Location: 10/10 Wine: 4/10 Overall, it's a cool stop when you're in Julian--especially during apple season. Come for the vibe and the scenery... just don't expect Temecula Valley-level wine.

*Banner Ranch Julian- Huge very nice nature trees/flowers/…read moreetc nice walks wandering is so nice we saw a big turkey walks female turkeys follow him where he goes awww! Yes squirrels are so precious! Rabbits are so cute too! *You can cook your food on bbq Each cottage have bbq , picnic table etc nice. You can park your car Next to your future cottage! *cottages are awesome!! For example one is Pink one as Green nice size one is purple one is yellow yeah different cottage with different colors Very nice natural walk everywhere on the property there are two large wagons awesome to sleep in! *My friend and I love seeing 2 BURROS. They are so sweet to us we fed them (I diced apples in pieces) throw the core in the wild plants (grass, trees etc) according to Todd the store manager told us. Snacks can be bought from the store to feed two burros. We arrived sat we fed them twice on Saturday we fed them 3 times. Sunday we fed them twice before we left - we sure miss them so much you can just stop by and feed them too. We like our pink cottage. We like to come back again!! Christmas sounds good! Hmm

I've visited Banner Ranch many times while a friend rented one of the tiny homes, and it has become…read moreone of my favorite nearby places to unplug and reset. Even though I only stayed inside one unit, the property clearly offers several themed rentals, each with its own character and charm. The setting itself is the real highlight -- peaceful, open, and wonderfully quiet. It's the kind of place you go when you need your brain to slow down. I often stopped by just to sit in the sun, walk the grounds, and enjoy the unexpected bonus... real wild turkeys roaming around. Not decorative -- actual turkeys -- which somehow adds perfectly to the rustic atmosphere. There's also an onsite store (with limited hours, so plan ahead) offering food and drinks. Downstairs is a small thrift shop in what used to be an old saloon -- easily one of the most unique parts of the property and fun to browse. The covered wagon accommodations look especially fun and are on my list for a future stay when I want a quiet escape close to home. Banner Ranch isn't flashy -- it's calm, simple, and restorative. If you're looking for peace, sunshine, and a place to decompress, this is a solid choice. If I could take off half a star I would only because of the limited store hours...however, lets be real....I wasn't there to shop.

We had an absolutely beautiful stay at Orchard Hill. We loved Orchard View 3 with our own little…read morepatio. It was comfortable and there was a lot to do on the grounds with fire pits and places to walk. The bar tender was super friendly and had tons of recommendations for things to do. The room was dog friendly and the whole place felt very classy and comfortable.

We've come here once a year for quite some time, so our expectations for this boutique…read moreestablishment were fairly high based on past experiences. While the room is still beautiful, we noticed several changes that made this stay feel less special than before. In previous visits, breakfast was served in the main house with beautiful views, which was always something we looked forward to. This time, breakfast consisted of two muffins and a thermos delivered to the room, which felt like a significant downgrade from the experience we had come to expect. There were also small boutique touches that seem to be missing now. In the past, there were little cookies by the coffee maker and other thoughtful treats that added to the charm of the stay. While these may seem like small details, they are part of what justified the price point and made the experience feel unique and memorable. Overall, the property is still lovely, but many of the personalized touches and amenities that once made it feel like a true boutique experience no longer seem to be there, which was disappointing

This place is so cute and has the BEST sangria! It was the…read moreperfect little hidden gem to escape the heat. The owner is so nice and friendly and welcoming. It was the best part of Julian for us and Ollie is such a sweetheart. We always come back here.

I discovered Blue Door winery about a decade ago during one of our many Julian adventure days. It…read morewas a particularly warm winter day and their "sangria this way " sign caught my eye. Wonderful friendly owners and I always feel like I'm treated like an old family friend. It is now a mandatory stop any time we find ourselves in Julian. Lots of outdoor seating in a courtyard shared with other small, local businesses (including my beloved Crow and Lilac!), and likely you'll be greeted by their employee of the month: Ollie (the sweetest dog) Happy to be a wine club member and with the drive to Julian (and their newer tasting room in Ramona)

We hosted our post-wedding brunch at Oakwood Creek and had a great experience working with Mary Ann…read moreand Sherry. It was exactly what we were looking for: casually elegant, outdoors and as charming as the rest of Julian is. The outdoor courtyard accommodated 45 guests but could likely fit a few more. We went with a custom package/menu that included: - A spread of breakfast goodies (quiche, sausage/bacon, the fluffiest biscuits I've ever had, local jams, waffles, granola parfaits) - Drinks (coffee, tea, mimosas) - Tables, chairs, linens - Tableware, flatware, glassware and decor Bonus: Sherry is also an amazing florist. She did all the florals for our wedding, plus the arrangements in this photo that we used at our welcome dinner and then repurposed at the brunch. Having the brunch at Oakwood Creek was the perfect way to wrap up our wedding weekend, and we are grateful to Sherry and Mary Ann for their help taking care of all the details!

We used Oakwood Creek for our wedding. The venue was very nice, rustic, and a great vibe. They…read moreprovided heaters for the guests and the overhead string lights added a nice touch. The venue is almost entirely gravel, so I would not recommend high heels or any kind of extreme footwear here. They provided cornhole, a photo room, an indoor space, rooms for the bride/bridesmaids and groom/groomsmen to get ready and hang out in. There was one restroom outside and one inside. On the day of the event, there was no assistance from the venue or coordinator with setup of the tables, decorations, etc. Please plan to have people there early to decorate/setup/put out plates and silverware/etc. The wedding ultimately happened without issue. We received multiple comments from guests about how nice the venue was. I wasn't incredibly involved with the planning process. From what I've heard, there were some flower arrangements that were spoken about but weren't seen, and I believe there were supposed to be people there to assist with setup but there were not. Those things are the reason for the 4 star review. I would check and double check and plan to have your own help on the day of your event. Thank you Oakwood Creek for the fantastic evening!

We visited Menghini Winery during the hot weather hoping to taste some refreshing wine. We were not…read moredisappointed. The Rose and the Sauvignon Blanc were very refreshing despite the hot weather. Bring your picnic and sit out in the backyard where the breeze is always nice.The owners, Tony and Mike are very friendly and fun to talk to. We will be going back this weekend for the Julian Grape Stomp at their winery. We can't wait!!!

Fun fact: this is the second‑oldest winery in San Diego, and you can feel that history the moment…read moreyou arrive. It has this warm, rustic, family‑owned charm -- the kind of place that feels like you're hanging out in someone's backyard rather than at a commercial winery. The owners were incredibly friendly and made us feel like longtime friends. The wine selection is on the smaller side, but that actually fits the vibe -- simple, honest, very them, and totally down‑to‑earth. I love that you can grab a glass and sit wherever you like. The back patio is beautiful: breezy, shaded, and surrounded by nature. Prices were great too. It was a warm day, and the owner recommended the rosé -- great choice. Light, refreshing, and perfect for the weather. Nothing overly fancy or grand here, and honestly that's what makes it special. A sweet, relaxed Julian spot with heart, history, and genuinely kind people.