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

Twining Vine is the best! There is nothing like it in Castro Valley and exactly what it needs. The…read moreatmosphere is quaint, relaxed, and welcoming, perfect for families, friends, and -- yes, it's dog‑friendly too. It isn't flashy or crowded. It's serene, grounding, and quietly stunning--a place that invites you to slow down, take a deep breath, and savor both the wine and the moment. From the moment you arrive, the owners will make you feel like old friends. Their passion for what they do truly shines through, and the service is friendly, attentive, and never rushed. You can tell this is a labor of love, not just a business. The wines are fantastic--with something for everyone. I love the chardonnays and my bf loves their wine slushies. Very refreshing on a hot day. Another plus is you can bring your own food as long as there is not an event taking place where they serve food. Be sure to check their website calendar before you arrive. If you're looking for a one of a kind place in Castro Valley, that is beautiful, relaxing, family‑run, and genuinely special, this is it. It's the kind of winery you want to bring all your friends, and recommend without hesitation. Highly recommend.

Everything is wonderful! Great as t ambiance, Great wine…read more Great service. Lovely country area only a few miles from town. Fun way to spend an afternoon...beautiful grounds.

I came to this beautiful winery completely blind on what to expect. It was my first time, and…read morecoming in alone, I was very nervous. But it turned out to be a wonderful experience! Many great workers, one that stood out especially was this lovely lady that greeted me at the front- I believe her name was Serin or Sherin?? But she gave me a wonderful experience and helped me throughout. She convinced me to come again and i surely will! Thanks again Serin or Sherin, hope to see you soon :)

Murrieta's Well is a beautiful winery with an amazing staff…read more Also, the truffle tots are a must!

After a disappointing experience last year, I decided to give this place another chance, and it…read morecompletely turned my opinion around. The service was on point this time--very prompt and attentive, unlike my previous visit. I ordered the pork chop, and it was cooked perfectly. The meat had a great bite to it and wasn't dry at all. The portion size was still huge and no fly issue this time (visited in May).

Went there for a late dinner…read more Still light outside and it was nice to have a view of the busy restaurant and back and side gardens. Good service and knowledgeable staff. Sishito peppers were the started with the beet salad. Both were super fresh. Beets were cooked perfectly and generous dressing was applied! Peppers were not hot but were blistered nicely and dipping sauce was perfect for balance with acidity. We shared the special meat platter. It was ok.... Pulled pork was tough. Not a good choice in future as it is on the lunch menu Ribs were great. 3 ribs were cooked and seasoned well. Nice acidity so The sauce was not too sweet. Slaw was great and provided balance Mac and cheese was made with white cheese and while rich it was not overwhelming Chicken wings were a hit. Cooked perfectly and seasoned with a bbq sauce that was well balanced. A hit for next time.

Absolutely love this place it's small but spacious at the same time...families are welcomed here…read moreand have their own section just as well as an all adult section. Love the options! Service was personable and friendly..come here and enjoy this beautiful peaceful place!

We stopped in at Boaventura on a beautiful Saturday afternoon. As we drove into this rustic old…read morefarm area, we were charmed by the atmosphere of the entire place. We stepped inside The old Barn and were greeted by the owner and winemaker himself, Brett. The barn was so cute, and honest. And Brett was so clearly passionate about his wines. It isn't often that you find this personal connection with a winery. Many of them are corporate today, and most owners have employees in the tasting room and are not there on a Saturday afternoon. That alone set Boaventura apart from most wineries. The wines were excellent! There wasn't one bad one in the ten that we tasted. That's pretty amazing, even for fantastically epic famous wineries. And to find that in Livermore Valley is even more awesome. I will absolutely return to Boaventura and I recommend it as a must-stop to all of my wine-loving friends. This is also a place where I would take guests so they could get a feel for a small, family-owned and operated winery. I loved it!

This is a really cute winery with lots of seating and unique wine. I had the piquette which was…read moresparkling and tart. Loved the bright pink shade as well. Would recommend for a ln afternoon get together with friends!

A little urban winery with back and front patios. They offer really unique and well-produced wine…read more Came for a break between jobs near by and enjoyed two glasses of the Greco Bianco. This was s totally new varietal for me and its so unique with beautiful color. They do offer little snacks but its more of a curation of prepackaged things that they them bring to you to open and enjoy vs a kitchen where they're producing the food themselves. Prices a little steep but I think thats just bay area things....

Service needs help! Not very accommodating. Even in situations where there is nobody around - it's…read morehard to get chairs and tables put together. We are having a chill time but there is a time limit even tho it's not full. Weird concept. Totally understand if it's full and need to be mindful of timing, but it's NOT full. There is more but I'll just leave it to this! Anyway. Not a fan, won't be back. There are plenty of welcoming options in Livermore and Pleasanton.

What an awesome place! My cousin found this Italian winery after we had some Burmese food that was…read morelocated just a few miles north in Pleasanton. I loved the entry way like and old italian villa with palm trees. Service was nice and the staff attentive but not bothersome. We did a tasting and then I bought a bottle for my cousin and I to share and for one to take home which we eventually shared too lol! The seating area is comfy and has views of the winery and where they make the wine. Totally cool out door seating that was full but not so close that you feel tight. The wine was nice and my cousin gets to pick as she knows more about me in regards to wine and I trust her choices. She is like my sister so I trust her. We both liked what we got and what we got to taste. Overall we both Liked Rubino and we would go again. Highly recommend visit if you like a nice intimate place, beautiful sights and awesome wine.

Came here for a belated team holiday party and was so excited to because even having grown up in…read morethe area, I'd never been here! I wasn't expecting much in terms of food, but I was pumped to get my bocce on. To my surprise, the food was a lot better than I expected! We got a variety of bites - charcuterie board, meatball sliders, wings, and Bruschetta. Then pizzas, salad and desserts. My favorite from the spread were the carnivore pizza, meatball sliders, and cheesecake. We brought our own bottles of wine in and the corkage fee was $20 per bottle. The bocce was harder than I expected, I need to come back and give it another go with some practice shots before jumping right in. Overall a super fun place to come with a group!

Came here for a work event. They have a small parking lot but a lot of street parking nearby. The…read moreactual venue is very spacious. I think there were 3 separate events going on when we were there. The food was surprisingly good. I enjoyed their salad, penne, and bread. Their chicken piccata was bland. They have the a/c and fans running - very cool environment. Would return.