Fantastic!!! All.The.Way.Around. We pulled in Thursday…read moreafternoon around 1:20pm.... We left around 3:30pm... only because we had to go check in to our hotel and make a dinner reservation. Otherwise, we'd probably still be there gabbing and drinking with Danielle and whoever walked up to get their wines. Danielle was a lovely gal who made our tasting engaging and fun. We talked wine, food, weather, birds, vineyards... And then we even got to meet and speak with Denis (the owner/winemaker). Such a great guy! Talking to him is like talking to a long time friend where you can talk about everything you like and don't like and everything in between. Right now.... He makes 32 different wines! Naturally we joined the wine club. Not just because we enjoyed the wine but because we loved the people. We also bought a bottle of wine to take with us to have at dinner where we let our server have a bit and told him he needed to go check out Odonata. (I couldn't believe he'd not been yet!) We're telling everyone about Odonata... Talk about a "hidden in plain sight GEM". Tips: You can bring your own snacks. They have a few snacks to buy too.

*MUST VISIT* Afternoon well spent with a generous varieties…read moreof wines offered. My boyfriend and I got 1 flight because he has to drive and all of the wines were ABSOLUTELY TOP NOTCH! Our server, Daniella, was so so friendly and made the whole experience 2 times better!! If you're in the area and are still choosing between the wineries, this is a no-brainer for sure

I had a great time here!! Came here for their Wines & Line Dancing event and that's a pretty good…read morecombo in my opinion! It's a beautiful, open-air winery and they have a good selection of wine to choose from. Bought a couple of bottles because they had a very good sale as well.

My group and I went on a Sunday. There were only 3 people there, yet we waited quite a while until…read morewe were acknowledged. She brought us some menus finally and then we waited. Meanwhile, some more people showed up and went inside. We chose the outside as it was a beautiful day. It seemed like we were waiting quite a long time so I went inside to order our wine. She just handed me the bottle so I took it and poured it for my friends. We enjoyed the outside but we were never visited again to ask if we wanted anything else. I get it. She was alone and it got busy but at least communicate with the guests. We ended up visiting Puma Road Winery and were instantly greeted and treated very well. See my review for Puma.

We visited Patria in to celebrate my mother-in-law's birthday, and it was a hit for all of us. We…read moremade reservations ahead of time and were seated promptly. The restaurant has a great drink selection and a great menu. We were pleasantly surprised to learn they offer a Tuesday dinner special that includes an appetizer, entrée, and dessert for only $32! This menu also had a special drink selection. I ordered the house salad, prawn risotto, and chocolate lava cake. The salad was very fresh with spring mix and butter lettuce, which I especially enjoy, and it was topped with a light vinaigrette style house dressing that was light and delicious. The prawn risotto was creamy, flavorful, and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. The chocolate lava cake was rich and very chocolatey, a bit too rich for my personal taste, but still enjoyable. It also came with vanilla gelato, which was delicious. As a table, we also ordered the tableside tiramisu, which was such a fun and unique experience. I am a tiramisu connoisseur, so anytime I see it on the menu, I ordered it. It is my favorite dessert. Although this was not my favorite one, I very much enjoyed the experience. I will mention the espresso needs a little more time to fully soak into the ladyfingers, but the presentation and experience alone made it worth trying. The ambiance was lovely with nice background music, and the service was attentive and welcoming. Everyone in our party truly enjoyed their meal, especially the birthday girl. Overall, Patria is a fantastic dinner spot in Salinas, and I would absolutely return and highly recommend it.

Food was great, start to finish, and there was finally some ambiance and I say this as my sole…read moreissue in the past was that the place was silent as a library, because when I'm out for dinner and drinks I like at least a little ambiance. I'm glad to report that last night had some music in the bar, it was soft and sounded like Italian folk (Frank Sinatra would've been nice too) but it was perfectly fine because it broke up the atmosphere in a positive way. Calamari appetizer was great and my pork chop was too. Service was equally great as it was prompt and accompanied. I'll be back soon, so if you haven't tried Patria yet, you should.

Stopped to check out the town of Hollister. Figured I should start drinking wine. This place was…read moreempty, but Robert the host was nice and welcoming. Had a glass of Cru Chardonnay. Not bad after a long drive from LA. The vibe is totally chill and there's a farmers market happening right now on a Wednesday after 3pm. Robert says I can get a tri-tip sandwich at the local bbq joint and bring it back to pair with another glass of wine. Love his mojo. I recommend Crave.

Let's start with the service...if I could give more than 5 's I would! Professional, knowledgeable,…read moregreat sense of humor and best of all he knew exactly when we needed refills. Wonderful selection of wines which meant we weren't leaving empty handed, thank goodness. The interior has low key lighting which adds to the cozy ambiance. The exterior is lackluster and is part of a larger structure. You could literally drive right by it and never realize it exists. Thank you GPS! Once you enter you will be greeted with a pleasant smile and all the good graces that the fantastic hosts have to offer. They served some appetizers that were delicious! Visit Crave, you'll be glad you did.

Caraccioli Cellars is an intimate tasting room in downtown Carmel. It has a warm vibe with a wood…read morebar and soft lighting that makes for a great tasting experience. We visited there on the recommendation from a sommelier in Paso Robles based on their excellent sparkling wines. You have choice of ordering a glass of any of the wines or the tasting flight. My partner decided to go with a glass of the Brut Rose whilst I chose the tasting flight (5 wines for $40). All of the wines here are expertly made and of a beautiful style. I can't say there wasn't a wine here that I didn't thoroughly enjoy. The Brut Rose is a beautiful champagne style rose. The Rose of Pinot Noir was also excellent. A fantastic light yet flavorful wine. The chardonnay was also excellent and of a beautiful style with just a touch of oak. Next was their Passetoutgrain, which is a blend of gamay noir and pinot noir. Also in the tasting were two pinot noirs, the base pinot noir and the El Bec. Both were beautiful expressions of pinot noir. Wonderful balance of fruit, earth and spice. Finally, we had to try the Brut Cuvee, which is only offered by the glass. A truly beautiful wine reminiscent of the Champagne region. Service was from a couple of friendly and very knowledgeable attendants. The glassware here is beautiful and perfect for the wine served. The wines were all served at the proper temperature. And the pours were of a generous volume such that you could fully experience the wines. If you're in Carmel, you owe it to yourself to visit Caraccioli.

5 Stars - A Truly Wonderful Tasting Room and Incredible Community Partners!…read moreWe had the pleasure of visiting Caraccioli Cellars in charming Carmel-by-the-Sea, and it quickly became one of our favorite stops. The tasting room is absolutely wonderful--intimate, cozy, and beautifully designed with a sleek, modern cellar vibe. The striking Perota wood bar, warm ambient lighting, and inviting seating options make you feel right at home while sipping on their elegant sparkling wines and exceptional Pinot Noirs. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate, turning every tasting into a memorable experience. Whether you're a bubbly lover or exploring their still wines, the quality shines through with every pour. It's the perfect sophisticated yet relaxed spot right in the heart of downtown Carmel. What truly stood out to us was how generously Caraccioli Cellars supported our Signature Day Spa during our recent ribbon-cutting celebration for the stunning new location in Carmel Plaza. They went above and beyond to help make the event so special and successful--what an amazing community partner! The turnout was incredible, and their involvement added that extra touch of elegance and warmth. Thank you so much, Caraccioli Cellars team! We can't recommend your tasting room highly enough, and we're so grateful for your kindness and support. We'll be back soon for more of those delicious wines--and maybe a spa day paired with a bottle to take home. Cheers! -- Tonya & the Signature Day Spa Team

Great spot for a great glass of wine and relax in their courtyard we were there on a Friday evening…read morewith live music!

Love the outdoor seating options and my glass of Sauvignon Blanc was wonderful! Enjoyed my burger…read moreand loved that they had a water station set up on the patio.

Every time I hit the Prunedale cutoff off 101 on my way to and from SoCal or Monterey I've been…read moremeaning to try this place. I don't know why I waited so long. Might be the best BBQ I've tasted. And I've been all over the states to Kansas City, North Carolina, Texas, Virginia, and Louisiana (where I may have ridden a mechanical bull.) I ordered the tri-tip sandwich ($19). It comes on house made garlic bread. The tri-tip was perfectly smoked and moist and the sweet Kansas City style sauce is perfect. The side of Mac and cheese with bacon and jalapeños was awesome: My wife got the three meat combo ($37) of sausage, tri-tip and chicken. Sausage was perfectly cooked and spicy and the chicken is moist and flavorful. Prices aren't cheap here. Ended up paying $90 with tax and tip and drinks for two but it was worth it. Their co-owner Nick who greeted us like old friends said they've been around for the past six years and here's hoping for another sixty. We'll be sure to be back for more our next trip down 101.

I used to love this place, but it has changed so much, first the prices went up, which I understand…read moresince everything in price went up. But still overpriced the tri tip is still good, but for some reason the last couple of times I've been there the food is cold and worse of all the beer is lukewarm I let the owner know but I was ignored. I guess there usual customers like it like that.

This is a very great place. Love all the vinyl/albums on the wall/nice to listen with a glass of…read morewine. I'm not the most knowledgeable wine drinker, but they have an amazing variety of really good international wines. I am knowledgeable about service and this place is 30 out of 10. They can talk about virtually all the wines there. They're happy to suggest some based on your likes and make it easy to enjoy some really good wine. Pretty freaking great place!

Great spot in the heart of downtown MH! It's so nice to have some wine bar/tasting room variety…read moredowntown now; perfect location, passionate and knowledgeable staff... a must visit and we will return! For the owners: we love the focus, wine and a true variety of music; a wonderful distraction from the chaos that is life!

Great selection of wines and very tasty food. Staff very friendly and attentive. Great view of the…read morebay. One of the places we always visit when we go to Monterey. Highly recommended.

Absolutely phenomenal! We were seated immediately and had a…read morebeautiful ocean view! Food was absolutely delicious. We ordered the Pinot Noir wine flight and the beer flight. We also ordered the ribeye nachos. Everything was superb delicious and we had such a magnificent experience.

So there had been a change of hand recently. I havent visited since. I've passed by a few times but…read moreit is always closed. I've been craving a rib eye steak grilled by Carlitos. I hope when i do stop by the steaks taste the same. I'll be back and leave a review.

We were driving up from LA and were hungry, my wife found Carlitos on Yelp. This is truly a hidden…read moregem, the service was excellent and very friendly, our steaks were tender and tasty. My wife said her Ozark Billy Goat cocktail was excellent. All at a very reasonable price. Pete S