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    Mount Palomar Winery

    3.9 (907 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 5:30 PM

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    Gabe P.

    second time here for car events and it was fun both times. I would like to come back for a regular wine tasting though. the wine i had was not bad. I would definitely come back.

    Gregg S.

    Mt Palomar had a Groupon, and I decided to take my BF since he went there when he was 21! The winery is far back from the road, so you could drive right by and completely miss it. There is a large courtyard with greek statues and flowers, like your on Mt Olympus. We were hungry and wanted to eat, but the restaurant was closed, they gave us a coupon for a free appetizer, for consolation. We highly recommend the port and Romantica sparkling!

    Kerry W.

    What a lovely afternoon, we tasted some beautiful white and reds and the sparkling was delicious! The staff is attentive and informative and decanted a wonderful bottle of Merlot. A Fun day with a good friend and delicious wine.

    Tomato basil mozzarella pesto sandwich - 10/10 so refreshing and flavorful
    Micaela M.

    I loved the food and wine here! Everything was so flavorful. The service was kind of confusing if you didn't tell them it was your first time. There are a lot of people and it's open seating so if it's busy, it's hard to find a nice spot.

    Wine tasting
    Jaimie P.

    My husband brought me wine tasting here. I didn't realize it was his first time. The restroom was clean and well stocked. The band, Ascentials, was great! Definitely contributed to the good vibes. Free parking. Dog friendly. Everyone on staff is super friendly. Had a blast. Would return. We only took advantage of 3/5 tastings since we're not big drinkers. That was plenty for us.

    2023 Cinsaut Blanc. 10/10
    Camille C.

    Absolutely loved the boss working! She was top tier, and hilarious! Love love love this wine, and the scenery. It's so beautiful here!

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    Daniel M.

    The wine tender was amazing. He was extremely busy but still took the time to make us feel welcomed. Once things slowed down he came over and spent time with us and gave us a brief rundown of what to pair with and what he enjoyed. The property was well maintained and the vibe was extremely chill.

    MaDonna W.

    We had a very nice experience at this winery, Brian took great care of us. Unfortunately the wines were way too sweet. We like a more crisp, deep wine and these were very sweet, but the winery itself is gorgeous. The property is so beautiful.

    As much as I would've loved to give this place a 5-star review, the experience fell a bit short. The ambiance was great thanks to the live music we visited around 2pm on a busy Saturday, which added to the lively atmosphere. However, for a wine tasting experience, it felt very crowded and rushed. There wasn't a dedicated person explaining the wines, so it was more of a quick pour and move along situation. We didn't learn much about what we were tasting and were left feeling a bit unsure about where to go next, as there wasn't much direction. That said, the wine itself was amazing--truly the highlight of the visit and absolutely delicious.

    Beer with lake in background
    Tony A.

    We stopped by this winery on a Sunday morning, just looking for something a little different before our next stop on the wine trail. The location itself is beautiful, nestled between hills with a lovely view of the lake. The atmosphere was enhanced by a live band, which really set a nice vibe for the day. Unfortunately, the food didn't quite live up to the surroundings. I had the poke nachos, which were fine--nothing special, but certainly not bad. My wife ordered a flatbread that ended up being pretty dry; she ate two pieces and left the rest. Our friends had a salad and a smash burger that they said was good. Service was a bit slower than expected, especially since there were only four groups inside. It didn't feel overly busy, but our server was also handling the patio area, which had several families seated. It was a bit noisy outside with kids playing, which didn't exactly mix well with the live music. All in all, if you're looking for a nice spot to enjoy some wine and take in the scenery, it's worth a visit. Just don't come with high expectations for the food, and be prepared for some lively (and loud) energy if you're dining outside and there are families present. P.S. don't order the old fashioned and stick with wine.

    poke nachos
    Tony Y.

    Pretty quaint spot suited for large groups. I would definitely recommend this spot if you're looking to grab a bite, enjoy some music and of course, drink some wine. The price of food was above average and wine was decent. Poke nachos and calamari were great apps. Portionly it was okay, but i'd like to see more. I like this location, because of the shaded tables. The dj was playing a random mix of music, which was cool. Servers were tentative and friendly. Plenty of parking as well! Did I also mention it was dog friendly? bring your dog if you can!

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    Ask the Community - Mount Palomar Winery

    I am attending a wedding here next month, and was wondering what the parking situation is and how much, if not free?

    There is plenty of free parking @ Mount Palomar, ENJOY!

    Are kids allowed at the restaurant/ people under 21?

    Yes, we brought our daughter who's 6ix into the restaurant...

    Is the restaurant dog friendly?

    Yes

    Do we need to make reservations if visiting on weekends? Thanks

    Yes u do

    Hi I have been trying to get in contact with anyone that works at the winery to ask a simple question! I have been recently gifted a Groupon for 2 wine flights and a charcuterie board but I need to know if I need a reservation at the restaurant? HELP

    From their website: The Restaurant at Mount Palomar accepts reservations based on availability. Rervations required on Saturdays and Sundays. To make a reservation, please contact our Restaurant by calling 951-676-5047 ext. 1002. Walk ins are… Read more

    Open for Thursday July 4th?

    Yes, we will be open for our regular business hours on Thursday July 4th! You can go to our website to view our full tasting room and bistro hours.

    Are dogs allowed? Update: I called and asked and dogs are allowed on the patios.

    Hi Roxeanne - Well behaved dogs on leashes are allowed on the outdoor areas including the patios,… Read more

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    Review Highlights - Mount Palomar Winery

    We enjoyed the Shortys Bistro White, the 2013 Cloudbreak, the 2016 Velluto and the 2015 Castelletto Dolcetto.

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    Miramonte Winery

    Miramonte Winery

    4.2
    (3.2k reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$

    I haven't been to Miramonte in years! I was happy to see that all of my favorite starters were…read morestill on the menu - the fromage and tomato and stuffed mushrooms. They're the best with rich, complimentary flavors in each dish! Our server was great! Very pleasant! I love the ambiance at this particular winery because the views are gorgeous! There are multiple seating areas - the main veranda, an extended seating area directly to the side of the main deck (veranda), and cabana seating (deposit required). The way the veranda is framed with greenery looking out at the hills is stunning. Miramonte is still one of my favorite places in Temecula Wine Country!

    Not sure how to feel about this winery, but after the second winery we visited after Miramonte, I…read moreprobably would not visit Miramonte again. I decided to do a wine tasting for my birthday with 2 other guests and drove from LA to Temecula on a Sunday. Arriving to the estate was easy, there's plenty of free parking spots surrounding the winery. It's quite an uphill stroll and some stairs are involved, but you definitely get a workout in. They have a covered patio area of tables that are either reserved or you put your name down to get a table on the left side of the winery, the middle/terrace area is usually used for private parties/events such as a bridal shower or birthday party, where there are 2 outside bars and sometimes they offer live music, the back area of the estate has a grassy area with small vendors selling jewelry and such with picnic style tables (no shade or cover), a gazebo of seating facing in my opinion, the best part of the view, and a separate location for wine club members. The inside is where you do the actual wine tasting experience, and has high bar stool tables and chairs for seating as well. Stepping up to the hostess desk, a man who worked there greeted us and very quickly told us what they offer and then walked away (had nothing to do with the check in desk area, so it was a little confusing). The hostesses had the same spiel to give, and I had mentioned it was our first time and we had absolutely no idea how to even begin a wine tasting experience. The explanations were rushed and basically told us to figure it out. We walked away towards the inside/outside terrace of the winery and were stuck walking around for 5 minutes not knowing where to go. We stopped by one of the outside bars and asked for help, the bartender told us we could start our wine tasting experience inside. Now was that so hard to help us navigate where we're supposed to go and what we're supposed to do? Not everything should be explained on a script, most of the time hospitality and customer service goes a longer distance than formalities. We finally get inside and the women working the front for the tastings were really impersonal and standoffish. We finally start getting a tasting experience going, asked for recommendations and none were received or explained so we just picked random options and had them pour. Throughout the 6 tastings we had, each pour was a different amount, if the bottle they were using was running low, they would pour the last bits of it (barely 2 sips), and hand it over, vs a bottle that was more than full, would get a nice even tasting pour. We eventually wanted to order food, and before we even started the tasting, we asked for a table and the hostess told us it would be over an hour wait. We put our names down, they called us in the middle of our 2/6 tasting, which was less than 20 min. So we went to our table and kept having to go back inside one by one to taste our different wines, as we were at a table now and not just doing the tasting experience inside. Food was great, service at the table was also great. Afterwards we left our table and walked towards the gazebo area and sat down by the view. The most enjoyable part of our day just taking in the atmosphere. On our way out, we wanted to experience a different viewpoint which was the bar area with the stools next to the tables of the "reserved/name down" area. I very nicely asked the hostess if we could sit in the empty seats for just a second to finish our last tasting and take in the view, she told us no those are reserved areas and not just open for anyone to sit at as they please. "Sorryyyy those are reserved spaces" with a smile that was clearly not genuine. We understood, dropped our wine glasses off at the bar, and proceeded to our next destination. All in all, the service here was not great. The entire experience felt absolutely rushed, it was not focused on the wine tasting experience at all, they are more focused on selling tables and getting you to order food. There was no explanations on a quick backstory of the wines we were interested in trying, it was just like "which one do you want" "*point*" poured it, and just told us to enjoy. I didn't enjoy my time here at all, and I won't be back to visit, as there are many many other lowkey wineries that are not as highly reviewed or popular as this one, and they are a much better experience.

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    Hours ... with comp parking shuttle in background
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    Beautiful sunset
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    Vitagliano Winery

    Vitagliano Winery

    4.3
    (472 reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$

    I recently spent a lovely evening at Vitagliano winery. Upon getting out of my car I was…read moreimmediately greeted by a very friendly gentlemen, Giovanni Centrone, who offered a cart ride down to the bar. He gave me a tour of the entire grounds, which are expansive and very beautiful. Giovanni was very knowledgeable about the property and business and gave good tips about how to order food and buy wine there. He was funny and was a highlight of the whole experience. The wine list has several Italian reds which I love and I thoroughly enjoyed the Pimativo. The menu has many items to choose from that will satisfy most people's tastes. I ordered a pizza which came quickly and was hot and very delicious. The service was attentive. I would highly recommend this winery.

    I love this place. Outdoor line dancing on Friday's, amazingly relaxing during the day. The place…read moreis gorgeous--if you like the feeling of being in nature, that is. The wine is fine. It's nothing particularly special, but it's fine. They also have mixed drinks and beer. The only challenge I have with this place is the line. When they get busy, the line gets long because it's not the standard winery tasting experience. This is the place to go to for the ambience. To be clear, I enjoy all their wines, but there are better wineries in Temecula for wine. Not any better for nature, though. It's always all ages, and if you like country music, it's a great vibe on Friday night as well.

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    Main Seating Winery
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    Nighttime Views from our Members Deck
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    Briar Rose Winery

    Briar Rose Winery

    4.1
    (563 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    We visited for a butterfly encounter and unexpectedly discovered a charming, whimsical winery…read moretucked into a storybook-like garden setting. The entire property feels like a peaceful escape to the English countryside, with lush greenery, quaint details, and a warm, inviting atmosphere. The staff was exceptionally friendly and hospitable, making the experience feel even more special. At one point we accidentally spilled our champagne, and they immediately stepped in and graciously poured each of us a fresh glass without hesitation. The champagne itself leaned quite sweet, but it was wonderfully flavorful with bright, fruity notes that made it easy to enjoy. Overall, it was such a delightful and memorable afternoon.

    It is very cute! It's giving a fairy tale wonderland vibe....the atmosphere is magical, with…read morebeautiful flowers everywhere and books lining the walls. The wines were great--I especially loved their Chardonnay. They also have mocktails for $8. We came here for the butterfly effect, there was a $15 fee per person. I expected to see a butterfly conservatory with plenty of different kinds of butterflies but I was disappointed to only see a small outdoor umbrella gazebo with mosquito netting. They are also strict of the viewing, you need to arrive 30mins early to only see very few of the little guys.... It was just okay, we still had fun. It's a cute experience. Haha

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    Entrance to the tasting room/register!
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    Bolero at Europa Village

    4.5
    (381 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Fine dining

    As locals, we enjoy visiting Europa for excellent wine and relaxing in the scenic Temecula Wine…read moreCountry. We always look forward to seeing Chelsea, who brings a warm, genuine energy to our table that makes us feel comfortable immediately. She is an outstanding server who genuinely understands how to enhance the entire dining experience. Every suggestion she offers feels thoughtful and perfectly suited to our preferences and wine choices. Her service is smooth--timing, presentation, and attention to detail are all impeccable. Chelsea works in the members' lounge at Bolero, and her professionalism and care shine through in every guest interaction. She is attentive without being intrusive, always anticipating our needs before we ask. Our glasses are never empty, and everything flows smoothly. She balances professionalism with personality--friendly, confident, and visibly passionate about her work. If you're fortunate enough to be served by Chelsea, you're guaranteed a top-tier experience. She truly enhances our evenings, transforming a good day into something exceptional. Highly recommended!

    Tami, our server, was knowledgeable, friendly and thoughtful. She made sure we had the best…read moreexperience. The food - outstanding with generous portions. I ordered the seafood linguine and my husband ordered the New York steak. Ambiance was just right - we sat inside. My top recommend for a high end restaurant.

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    Organized Caesar salad
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