Delicious, fresh, fantastic ambience. Highly recommend. The fried chicken is so good, as is the Mac and cheese. Their various seasonal items are creative and never disappoint. read more

Had a really lovely Sunday brunch here. The menu was exciting and different. Everything we ordered was amazing including the French omelette, the beef hash and a side of confit potatoes. Delicious. Service was great. We were on the patio and it was lovely. Finally their bloody Mary's are to die for and come well garnished with "preserved" items that paired well with the drink. Extra appreciation for being able to order mine spicy. Just right! read more

If you have not yet eaten at Preserve in Winters, do yourself a favor and make the trek: their food is worth it! My sturgeon fish and chips were beyond indulgent: crisp, light batter on the decadent, buttery fish; chips fried just right, not at all greasy, sprinkled with finishing salt. Their hummus, too, was silky, slightly smoky, light and super-flavorful, served with crudities (carrots loudly screaming that they were picked just that morning!) and thin, delicate housemade pita. If this was just lunch, I can't imagine how their dinners must be! read more

Stopped by for lunch with our kids on a recent trip back to California and this was honestly one of the best meals we had during our two week trip. Felt a bit strange to be paying SF fine dining prices in what appeared to be a farming town in the Central Valley, but the food, drinks, and service were excellent and we didn't regret a dime. Downtown Winters is a happening place. We were passing through on our way to the Sierras, but I'd recommend to anyone in the Lake Berryessa- Sacramento-Davis area to take a drive over and check it out. read more

Preserve - Semifreddo dessert - Lounges Near Me - Winters, California

Excellent food, ambience and service. We especially enjoy the patio. Possibly the best restaurant of its category in Yolo County.

First and possibly last visit to Preserve. I was looking forward to giving it a try, especially after reading the many excellent reviews. Came in for Sunday brunch and were promptly greeted by the hostess, but then she had to do a walk around the restaurant before she knew where she wanted to seat us. That seemed odd but whatever. For how busy they weren't it seemed like we waited a long time for our waitress to arrive, but she was warm and friendly when she finally showed up. She asked what she could bring us and as soon as we ordered a Bloody Mary each, she disappeared so quickly that we couldn't catch her to tell her we also knew what we wanted to order to eat. Another 10 or so minutes clicked by until the drinks arrived - good thing they were tasty! We ordered the chicken and waffles for him and the prime rib french dip for me. I found it strange that the waffles came with the syrup already on them, and the chicken was topped with fried sage leaves, which I usually love but it was a weird flavor combo with the sweet waffles and syrup. My French dip was borderline inedible because it was SO GREASY. Ick. The whole bottom bun was just soaked through and there was a puddle of grease on my plate. So gross. The fries were actually pretty good and crisp though. All in all, pretty disappointing. One star for friendly service and their attempt to "make it right" with the slight discount for my greasy sandwich. One star for the very tasty Bloody Marys. One star for ambiance. read more

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Preserve is a great place to have drinks. Nice decor and ambiance. The service was attentive, but the food was very slow to come out. For burgers and a hot Rueben sandwich, I wouldn't expect 40 minutes. When the burger came out the bun seemed like it just came out of the refrigerator. The burger was tasty and cooked to perfection, but for what you pay, I would've expected a little more on the presentation. The fries were also lukewarm warmish. All in all, I'd say a 3-3.5 stars. read more

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I've visited preserve multiple times on everything from an intimate date to a party of 7 for a birthday party. Every time the service is perfect and the food is delicious. I often get the shrimp and grits and it never disappoints. The atmosphere is inviting and perfect for any occasion. Highly recommend! ** updating just to again say how impressive this restaurant is and including pictures. read more

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I loved how friendly our waitress was. I came with my friend for a birthday brunch and we both had a great experience. The food is very nice. read more

This appears as a foodie dream. Decor is cute, part of town is perfect and the bar is really nice. Everyone loved the wine and mixed drinks before we were seated. A lot of the reviews cover the bar and I think they have that down really well. A big party of us came here for dinner. Service was slow and not many checks on drinks but they were very friendly. I can honestly say no one spoke highly of their dinner. We had the wedge salad, chicken Caesar, shrimp and grits, fried chicken, risotto, pizza and the prime rib. The pizza was liked the best maybe because it's a more simple dish. The food just wasn't well seasoned and I personally think I make a better shrimp and grits. The fried chicken comes alone with no sides but we ordered it to share (3 plates) and some was left over. It wasn't tender like I picture farm to table. The garlic on the side was the best thing on the plate lol, it was really good. We then said let's do dessert too. Why I don't know lol. The strawberry shortcake we just all sat and laughed at. It was weird. It looks like it was attempting to be trendy but the taste lacked. The chocolate mousse however was well liked and they ran out of cream brûlée or we would have tried that. I would come back for drinks as they seem to do that very well. read more

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Oh my goodness, how do I even start, when we first walked in we were completely mesmerized, can this theme be my home, the upcycled lamps, mason jars and vintage decor is quite a sight to see and all coordinated well together! Not to mention their prices are amazing and our waiter was helpful with checking in on us and answering questions we had! For lunch I ordered the Turkey Pesto Grinder which was both delicious and large, I could only eat half and boxed the rest up for dinner later and it was just as good! I would definitely recommend visiting this restaurant if your ever in the town of winters, it's the place to stop, they have both indoor and outside seating and are popular for wedding rehearsals and parties! Also they work with local farmers to bring you the freshest ingredients and their food quality is unmatched! I'll definitely be back to take my sweetheart on a romantic date night! read more

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I've been to Preserve 3 times now and I've thoroughly enjoyed my experience each time. We've dined on the patio and indoors. The space is really beautiful and if it's not too hot I would recommend that picturesque patio, they did a beautiful job with the plants and decor. We have tried their more casual menu as well as their more fine dining menu and I really liked both. However, if I HAD to choose, I think more casual dining is more mine and my husband's style. We really enjoyed the fried chicken (Nashville Hot style), fried oysters, and the shrimp and grits! Everything was so good! Ohh and don't skip out on their cocktail menu if you're 21+, their cocktail developer is so on point with the favors and the garnishes. I had a lemonade Mocktail last time we went and it felt super special with the garnishes and it was so tasty. Every time we've gone the service has been really warm and friendly. I think it might be a Winters thing but every single person has been so kind to us. We have be recommending Preserve to our friends and family too. read more

I mean, what can I add to the reviews for Preserve that haven't already been said? It is one of the best places to grab dinner and a drink, and every time I go to Winters my trip isn't complete without a meal at Preserve. It's wonderful to have a place that exudes relaxed sophistication but isn't pretentious in the way it shares the best of the local meats and produce from our region. The prices are average for the quality of the food, and while it serves as a perfect place for a special occasion, it also is easy to go to grab a glass of wine and some small bites. It's clean and has a great outdoor area. The last time I was there was for a birthday weekend in Winters and everything we ate that night, down to the service was great. Highly encourage if you're in the neighborhood to stop in for a drink and a meal! read more

It's always a great meal at the preserve. Their cocktail menu is fantastic. Ask for the spring fever which is no longer on the list but that can still make. Another great drink is the Schrute Farms. And I have heard people love the cocktail they have with bourbon, honey, and lavender foam. Sharing two pics - one is of the Mary's fried chicken which we had for lunch two weeks ago. LARGE portion size and very tasty. They used to have a hot honey they would serve with it which was super yummy, but that isn't around any longer for some reason. You can still ask for some of their jalapeño jelly to pair with it. Other pic is the Prime Rib - it was an end cut (requested) and cooked perfectly. The seasoning was delicious. I do wish for the price of $49 that the prime rib wasn't al la carte. We ended up ordering Mac and cheese and broccolini to go with it, which also cost $$. I think they could have easily included some mashed potatoes for that price. We also had the charcuterie board which is delicious. Do I wish there was more cheese on there? Always. But it still felt like a great board for $21. Five stars because of food quality, service, and atmosphere. Our waitress was Sarah and she was awesome. read more

Preserve - Mary's Organic Fried Chicken - Lounges Near Me - Winters, California

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Went here with 3 others for a birthday party on a Saturday night. The restaurant was kind enough to change our table to a quieter one for a hearing impaired companion, as well as to lower the volume of the music. These gestures really increased our enjoyment. The food was delicious & we all enjoyed it. I had a refreshing (not too sweet) cocktail called Lavender Fields. I ordered the petrale sole, which was excellently flavored & served piping hot & crispy. The lemon cheesecake was scrumptious & paired well with the locally roasted coffee. It all added up to a great meal and good service. read more

Preserve's menu is comprised of various traditional American dishes that may not seem to wow at first glance in the menu, but after tasting their food, you'll see for yourself why this place has such a high rating. The items on the menu are crafted with fresh and local ingredients and this makes the food so much more delectable. I had the pleasure of trying the Berryessa Burger: Niman each beef, aged cheddar, tomato jam, lettuce, garlic aioli, and pickles. You can definitely taste how fresh the ingredients are in this burger and everything within it complemented each other very well flavor-wise. I do wish they put more of the tomato jam in there since it was just that good! The Mac and Cheese is made with different cheeses: aged cheddar, fontina, mozzarella, and garlic fromage blanc. Coupled with well-done penne pasta, this dish is super filling and savory to the last bite! Do note that items on the menu are paired with specific wine, which is a nice touch! Take the recommendation, you won't be disappointed. Service was prompt, friendly, and knowledgeable regarding the menu. The restaurant itself is very appealing and displays a very cozy ambiance, especially in the outdoor seating area. And yes, you may beings dogs in the patio. This creates a much more enjoyable dining experience! Prices are a little high, but reasonable based on the quality of food. Preserve is the first restaurant I've tried in Winters and if this is an indication of how good food is in the area, I'll definitely be back to try more places! read more

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The jalapeño cheese dish was amazing but the bread could have been a little more crunchy. The fried chicken was seasoned to perfection and so juicy. Hamburger was also succulent. The lemon dessert was refreshing and sweetness was just right. My cocktail was a little to sweet for me. Service was great. Ambiance was rustic cool. Pricey but worth coming back. read more

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I stopped late night for dessert and loved the restaurant atmosphere right away. Staff attentive and I didn't wait long for my food. Everything I ordered was delicious I love the decorations.. owners take pride in the restaurant designing. Highly recommended read more

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It's Saturday about 1PM and we decided to have lunch. We waited as a couple with their dog was seated. Why does your dog have to go to lunch? It blocked the aisle and was not interested in being there. We were seated and ordered online with a QR code, paid for our lunch and tipped before we received anything. We were never offered water, no one asked us anything personal yet we were asked to tip at that time. Our choice began at 18 percent. I always thought tipping was a reward for great service, not an expected expenditure. I think it should not be so blatant and expected. I personally would rather pay a bit more for the entire if service is limited. I will say my Caesar with Chicken was well prepared. My friends burger was great! I just wondered what will happen in the future with service? read more

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Staff was very friendly and attentive. We had the petrale sole, cioppino, and the risotto as our mains and they were all excellent. I was also very pleased with the wild porcini app. read more

What a gem! The food and service were fantastic. We stopped in with our dogs on a rainy afternoon and they had a full heated back patio ready for us. Beautiful plants, waterfall, dog friendly, and phenomenal food! Can't recommend this place enough. If you're spending any time in Winters (or even just stopping through) this place is a must! read more

Preserve - Lounges Near Me - Winters, California

The food is good. The drinks are awesome. Ambiance is cozy. Service great. Super expensive for small portions. Drinks very expensive for what you get. read more

My husband and I just left and were extremely disappointing. Which is upsetting since we've been here many times before and loved the food. The Caesar salad was drenched in dressing which made it difficult for me to eat. My husband ordered a medium rare grass fed 10oz New York steak for $65 and what came out was a flat overcooked Dennys flank steak!!!! The meal had a side of mashed potatoes which was far from it. It looked like a drizzled mashed potatoes used for decoration. We could not believe they even served this. What is interesting was the server never asked us how our food was probably because he knew it was horrible. Beyond embarrassing that they charged $65 for overcooked cardboard. Yes the ambiance is nice, but the food is horrible and not worth the $120 bill. This was our last time dining here. read more

We've been here a few times and tonight was absolutely terrible. Took forever to get our food, waitress was so slow, my burger came cold and very undercooked, the waitress didn't apologize or anything for the practically uncooked burger, took awhile to get another one, the Mac and cheese is usually amazing and it was very underwhelming this time, not allot of cheese at all. I could have made a much better meal at home and saved 95 bucks. We won't ever be back. read more

During my journey to San Francisco from Los Angeles I started hearing strange noises coming from my Tesla engine( my Prius identifies as a Tesla) So the nearest place for me to have a mechanic check my car was a small town called Winters. So while I left my car at the mechanic I stumbled into this gem, which is where known for preparing the best old fashions. After having two awesome old fashions I came to the conclusion that it was my stomach making those weird noises and not my car. I guess that happens when you try to give up drinking and go cold turkey. Nevertheless, this place makes the best old fashions or maybe it's the only place in winters that makes them. read more

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My grilled didn't look done, and it was dry. The salad was bland. Service was slow. Very overpriced just for a pretty atmosphere

Buckhorn isn't the only bomb restaurant in Winters... I've really only been to Winters once. A couple of days ago me and my friends were coming back from our wonderful Apple Hill adventure and we were craving some food. Since Winters was on the way home we thought we would check out some dinner there. One restaurant that came to mind was was Preserve. What was interesting was I checked their food menu online and on yelp and it seemed completely different when I actually got there. Maybe it is a set menu due to covid? I swear I saw Prime Rib somewhere on one of their menu's... In any case we got there around 5pm and they were able to seat us right away. We parked in the parking lot across the street btw. There was plenty available. The parking on the street the restaurant is on is technically only for residential parking. What I did want to give some props on the way the menu works. I'm slowly starting to see some businesses in the Bay Area use this system during covid and I'm really happy Preserve does. But basically how it works is you go to your photo mode on your smart phone and you scan the barcode in the middle of the table. The restaurant is able to pinpoint your table # and after that you can just order on your phone. If you don't feel comfortable you can also walk up to the bar inside an order but I do feel like this is an amazing system. It's simple and less contact is always safer imo. As for drinks we all ordered some cocktails. Every single cocktail was good so that fret too much. No matter what you choose, you'll definitely get something tasty. I ended up getting the Preserve Punch which had a mellow hibiscus punch flavor with a hint of rum and tea on the finish. Super tasty! As for food, I had a craving for meat so I gravitated towards the burger. Again, I definitely feel like I had the best meal out of the four of us. The two patties were juicy and not too salty. The greens were fresh and the special sauce it came with had some sort of spicy kick to it. On top of that the fries were peppery too so the whole meal itself had a certain zing and pop to it which went perfectly with my cocktail since it was so refreshing with every sip. I was tired driving all the way from Placerville to Winters but somehow once I started rating my meal, it was almost like I was getting my second wind. Very strange lol. I definitely would like to see what this place is like without the restrictions. I honestly feel like this is more of a toned down menu to accommodate the complexities of the pandemic. But if this level of quality is evident in their limited menu, I can only imagine the kind of experience one can get when life gets back to normal again. read more

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Greeted with friendly hostess to a wonderful tender who made one of the best lemon drop martinis while waiting to be seated. The ambience and decor was great! The food was perfect. I highly recommend this place and will definitely be back. One of the best experiences I've had by far in this industry post Covid. Thank you to all the all the staff that made it pleasant. read more

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Stopped by on a rainy Sunday a few weeks ago. Very inconvenient parking in a lot across the street. This being Sunday they close at 2pm and only had a brunch menu. No eggs Benedict or fried chicken and waffles so on the the next stop. Might come back for dinner however. read more

Cocktails are delicious. The jalapeño cheese starter is really nice too. But main meals were only fine and did not reflect the pricing. Additionally the service, whilst friendly, was incredibly inattentive to the point that I didn't manage to order a drink the entire time we were there. Very poor. Would benefit from more substance , less wankery. read more

If you're ever near Willows and looking for a great lunch spot with nice outdoor dining, stop here. This is my go-to spot after a long day of motorcycling. Great beers to wet your whistle and the burgers are solid. Staff is very friendly and helpful as well. read more

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Stopped here on our way back to the Bay Area and absolute loved this place. We got the grilled chicken sandwich which was really good - soft Dutch crunch but with the inside toasted. Lots of sauces in the sandwiches and small the ingredients were very fresh. Had a nice tangy sauce which also made it great. French dip was one of the best ones I've had in a while. The brisket they used was delicious. Fries were good, loved that they warmed the tin they came in before bringing it out. Ketchup tasted freshly made. We also got a nitro beer and a cherry pomegranate cider which paired great. Service was very friendly. One note - if you come in from Railroad street know they have a lot of outdoor space in the back. Will want to eat outside the next time we swing by! read more

Preserve - Grilled chicken sandwich - Lounges Near Me - Winters, California

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Excellent stop along I-5 between SF and Redding. This is the home-town bar we all wish for! Yummy food, great ambience. Tho we weren't drinking, the bartenders put on quite a show! read more

Came for a team lunch for the first time. I heard a lot about it as a nice spot for drinks and to hang out as they have a shuffle board and nice outdoor seating. I got the burger. I would say it was decent, not a big fan of the mustard seeds. Gives the burger a weird flavor. Got the crisp apple cider which was refreshing. Coworkers got the pork loin and Mac cheese. I would say the Mac and cheese would be my favorite if I had to pick. Pretty pricey but good for a date night. read more

Preserve - Lounges Near Me - Winters, California

This place is located in the small town of Winters, Ca. I have never been here and we had met some friends for dinner. The town is cute and very quaint. We started with some adult beverages, and I have to say the old fashion was presented with an orange peel label indicating the restaurants name and location, pretty unique. But the taste was very delicious and on point! My wife had several glasses of course. For the entree, we ordered the short rib, it was very tender and proportionally served, with couscous! It was very good. The risotto with scallops was delicious and had a lot of flavors. The dishes were served proportionally and can be shareable. We also ordered the beignets, it was served warm and slightly sprinkled with powdered sugar. It was delicious. For dessert I ordered the espresso martini, it was delicious, kudos to the bartender. Overall, we had a great time and we will definitely be back! Thank you Winters ! read more

Very good service. High quality food. Good cocktails. Lots of things are made in house and preserved (hence the name). Only downside is a small(ish) menu and small amount of options for those avoiding dairy meat and eggs. Covered outdoor seating area is dog friendly. read more

This is one of the best locations I've visited for lunch. Great environment indoor and outdoors. Food changes so we have an opportunity to try all kinds of things. You must try the veggies with hummus and jalapeño jelly. Food is great!!! Friendly staff very engaging. Must stop here at Preserve. read more

I did curbside pickup here recently. Ordering online (through toasttab) was easy, though finding parking for curbside pickup was not. Parking for curbside pickup is either across the street from the restaurant or on a side street off their dining patio, where there's a large residential parking sign. Circled around a few times until a spot across the street eventually opened up. Once we parked, we called the restaurant, and soon after a masked employee brought our order out to us. I ordered their Mac and cheese and got an order of nachos. I added bacon and jalapeño to my Mac and cheese and thought it was really good. I liked their nachos too, but they'd be even better if they came with beans and/or meat other than smoked pork, which was an option as and add-on. Portions were pretty generous and the Mac and cheese lasted a few meals. I enjoyed the food enough that I'd be open to placing another order and trying some other items on their menu. read more

Let me start off by first saying how beautiful the ambiance is in and around this restaurant! Specifically at night when the lights on turned it- it's beautiful! A friend and I stopped by here one evening to have dinner. We didn't wait long at all for a table, maybe 5 minutes if even that. We were escorted to our table by a lovely waitress who was kind and immediately brought us two cups of water after we sat down. We reviewed the menu and both decided to have Mary's Organic Fried Chicken with a side of fries. The chicken was very bland- it tasted as if it didn't even have salt or pepper on it. I was disappointed to say the least and probably won't be back, if I do, it'll be for a drink. read more

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This is an update to my review from 5/29/2024. I've been here multiple times since then. The wine and drink options are great. I've always gone for one of the specialty cocktails! Perfection! Sadly, there are three things that have transpired since May. One, the hostesses aren't very welcoming. They don't seem happy to be there. Secondly, my mom has had the Reuben sandwich several times. The last time she had it, it was full of gristle. I told her to send it back but she wouldn't do it. The chef should not have used that poor quality of meat. It should have been thrown away. Lastly, I had the fish-n-chips and the breading was dark brown which took away from the flavor. I was too hungry to send it back. I just won't order it again. I hope this constructive criticism is seen by the right person(s). read more