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    Rancho Capistrano Winery

    4.0 (395 reviews)
    Closed • 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Lemon Truffle Fries
    Katie K.

    Delicious fries! We get them every time. We came here for Father's Day brunch so it's no surprise that we waited over 20 minutes for our appetizer and then another 15/20 for the food. Our server was very nice and apologized for the kitchen running behind.

    Lemon ricotta pancakes
    Angela C.

    Came here for brunch and was underwhelmed. We got seated immediately even though they couldn't find our reservation (due to a system issue). It took awhile to get our food though - we waited about 30-40 minutes despite the restaurant not being super busy. When food arrived, everything was just ok. We ordered the burger medium rare, and it came out well done and really dry. Nothing stood out, including the wine flight.

    Wednesday smashburger is a must order
    Pete T.

    A more expansive menu than tge other two kitchens but they deliver somilar quality. Patio is great. Sausage pizza and tomato soup were delectable

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    Kerry S.

    Came here for lunch on a Wednesday and had a wonderful time. The patio ambiance, food, and service were all amazing. My husband had the tacos, I had a salad, and we shared a bottle of Chardonnay. Everything was fresh and delicious, and the relaxing atmosphere made it such an enjoyable afternoon.

    Halibut with risotto and veggies
    Amanda H.

    Adding a third review because Rancho Capistrano Winery just keeps getting better and better! We wanted to take the time to shout out and thank Scott, Ace & Gavin for their incredible service! They always go out of their way to make every experience special & fun! They are personable & always remember our order & give us new recommendations! We love the rotating menus every month & trying something new! Thank you RCW for having the most amazing staff & giving us a place we can happily attend every single week!

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    Gian F.

    I want to start off by saying Brynn was amazing. Very hospitable and accommodating. Also very informative about the menu. It amazes me that they have blankets on standby in case you get cold. All you have to do is ask. We ordered a bunch of food and ate it family style. My favorite was definitely the lobster Mac and cheese and the mushroom truffle pizza. The rest of our party loved everything we ordered. The selection of wine is extensive, this is a winery so that's pretty much a given. Good selection of beer too. Ambiance was all over the place. This wasn't the restaurants fault as we dined on the patio and the neighboring park was doing an outdoor concert. It was a bit loud but went back to their usual ambiance after it ended. I would definitely recommend checking this place out if you're in the area.

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    Scott B.

    So... the private event left the rest of us longing for actual effort. The service, food and environment were all sub-par. While I wouldn't judge the place on this experience, I do hold the management accountable for not staffing it right and leaving us "regular" customers to deal with the slow service. The food was average and luke-warm by the time we got it. We were members for a year plus but these type of experiences left us to end that membership and look for another regular spot.

    Conner F.

    Wednesday smash burger = special! It was so good we had to come back the next Wednesday. Highly recommend coming down and trying this!

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    Grecia I.

    Loved the location and outdoor seating area! Pet friendly, fireplace and friendly staff. Portion sizes vary!! The huevos rancheros plate is so small not filling But the chicken in Barrada pesto sandwich is so hearty and hefty but both delicious! Great spot to visit if you're exploring SJC. We actually had lunch and drinks here and it was so easy to head out and visit other cool spots all walking distance.

    Mariposa (Chardonnay)
    Maritza S.

    I love their patio, it's warm and welcoming. The wine list offers enough variety's to find one you like. I usually go with the Mariposa Chardonnay. The food is a bit overpriced but it is tasty. The portions are large and they slow substitutions. Service has always been friendly. My only complaint is that they burn scented candles in the restaurant lobby. You walk in and are met by a strong perfume smell which messes up your palate. I worked in restaurants many years and always trained my teams not to wear perfume as to not interfere with the smells of the food.

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    3 years ago

    Pretty Restaurant. Great ambiance. Wonderful food. A bit expensive, but good quality.

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    4 years ago

    Great breakfast and mimosa flights. Servers are great. Great location. Nice to see owners having breakfast for Sunday brunch.

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    3 years ago

    Great food and service! Pet friendly! Great ambiance! Have been coming back for years! They never disappoint!

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    3 years ago

    Real wine experts and always a very warm welcome. Great night out, and the food is outstanding.

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    It's really cool looking. Food was also very good. And staff was very nice. Feels like country side atmosphere.

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    Great new addition to Ladera Ranch. The membership is a great perk as well. Cheers!

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    So excited to have a new upscale restaurant in Ladera! Food is delicious & the decor is stunning!

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    3 years ago

    It is one of my top 10 favorite restaurants . I love their pizza , stake , and salmon . Their food is very yummy and tasty .

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    4 years ago

    Attended the soft opening last night, so amazing! Beautiful location and of course the food was amazing! Can't wait to go again!!

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    It was my first time at this new location in Ladera Ranch I love the bar area service was great food was great definitely recommend

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    4 years ago

    The sirloin strip was good. The salmon was dry and had too much teriyaki sauce. Service was great: hence 4 stars.

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    "Great atmosphere! the pork chop was amazing! Kenneth's service was spectacular! 5 stars! Definitely coming back!"

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    Love the new winery in Ladera. The place is beautiful,staff are very friendly and the food is exceptional.

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    3 years ago

    Our meal was just ok. For the price of the meal and the small pour for the wine. It is just not worth it.

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    4 years ago

    I've been a member for years. Great food, wine and friendly atmosphere. Love this restaurant...Best keep secret in town.

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    This is a lovely place. We felt the wine and food are pretty good. We will come back again.

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    Their Spinach Artichoke has very unique taste. Friendly staff and good place to visit.

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    Ask the Community - Rancho Capistrano Winery

    Corkage fee at dinner time?

    This was a little misleading as I took the response of no corkage fee to apply to bottles we bring. We just went today and were told they're only allowed to serve their own bottles.… 

    Are reservations available for Tuesday's? It looks like Tuesday's are blacked out for reservations?

    Tuesday’s are Membership Days where members get big discounts on food and wine. We are also open to the public, but we do not offer reservations.… 

    Is your winery dog friendly or have a dog friendly patio?

    I no longer own a pet, but have seen small dogs on the patio. I would recommend giving them a call (closed Mondays) to make sure.

    Are they open for brunch or dinner Thanksgiving 2022?

    Closed Thanksgiving Day

    Do you have live music?

    Yes on Friday and Saturday nights & Sunday for brunch!

    Do they do take out?

    Yes you can order food for Pick Up.

    Is there a happy hour at Ladera Ranch?

    Not yet, they are just now opening that location to the public. Maybe in the future they will have a happy hour day like the other two locations.

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    Fat Treats

    Fat Treats

    4.5(27 reviews)
    2.3 mi

    Ok for people who have issues locating this burger treats, it's on the top floor inside the…read moremultiple contention stand on the south side of the building. We ordered the rhino burger and a standard cheese burger plus a side of corn ribs. You can't request medium or medium rare. You get the burgers how ever they want to make them. The burger had flavor which was nice, the French fries were actually decent too. The corn ribs were a splash of corn with a douse of salt and vinegar. Plus the corn was dried out with little to no moisture left in them. The side were cold that was a positive. The server was nice as well. He brought us our food with a smile. Can someone explain on how the Kaleidoscope mall or what have you is still open? The parking lot smelled like throw up and urine. None of the escalators worked. Most of the business spaces were empty. For us, we will only go back if we are desperate for food and can't make it to another location.

    WOW!! Hands down best burger I've ever had, and I'm picky about my burgers! The flavor was just…read morewonderful and everything was hot and fresh. I hope this place does well and will be referring my friends and family. The service was attentive, the prices were reasonable, and the portions were generous. This place is more than worth the trek into the Kaleidoscope. They have a lovely patio to enjoy the sun on and plenty of bar seating. Go check it out, and try the corn ribs! Would have included photos but I ate it all too fast, lol!

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    Rhino Fat Ice Cream

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    4.7(83 reviews)
    4.9 mi
    Women-owned & operated
    Kid friendly

    I was curious what was special about this place and tried the chicken bowl…read more Things I liked: Edamame hummus: tasted fresh and slightly nutty, interesting new taste Chicken: not too fatty, pairs well with their Thai sauce (which is a lighter version of Thai sweet chili sauce) Oats and black rice: nice carb base, doesn't stand out but plays well with other ingredients Jammy egg: I would highly recommend this, light with a good balance of sweet and salty Things which were okay: Corn: it goes well with the bowl but doesn't standout by itself Sweet potatoes: same as corn Things which can be improved: Broccoli: it's charred broccoli and tastes slightly bitter. I don't think it goes well with the bowl. I'd rather have steamed broccoli or less charred broccoli with a fat like mayo or cheese based sauce Bok choy: this also doesn't go well as ginger overwhelms your palette and it takes a while to reset and taste things normally. I'd suggest changing it to soy bok choy sautéed in sesame oil. Combined with nomnivore rewards, it's still surprisingly great value for money (sweetgreen value territory or even better).

    An unexpected surprise ! The food was delicious, we got a "Keto Bowl" a protein-packed, low-carb…read morebowl with full scoops of citrus chicken, espresso-rubbed pork, and umani beef over fresh salad greens, with ponzu mushrooms, avocado smash, eggs, and cilantro, finished with our black garlic sauce. (I had help by using the menu to write this! ) but it really does explain why it was delicious and why we appreciated all the different tastes! Service was spot on. We were able to go back and get as many sauces as we wanted. They have a soda fountain dispenser that has drinks that are only pure cane sugar, which I highly appreciate.

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    Wine Experience Dana Point - Chorizo stuffed dates

    Wine Experience Dana Point

    4.8(62 reviews)
    7.8 mi
    Free parking
    Casual dining

    (4.5 stars) Been here 3 times now to take my wife wine tasting before heading to dinner. The self…read moreservice wine tastings are an absolute favorite of ours. Great service and friendly staff. Everyone is very knowledgeable and shares little tidbits about the wine while you enjoy. A few Suggestions / observations: 1. The self service wine area has a massive wine display that limits access to patrons who are there. A thin long belly bar would make it much more social and accessible. Constantly feel like I am bumping into people or wine bottles just to grab a taster then standing in a corner to get out of the way. 2. The massive LED tv's would be so nice if there was nature or a beach scene or something to set the ambiance. Having a massive advertisement of an appetizer stock photo and happy hour fliers illuminating half the store is not enjoyable, they could be utilized in a much nicer format. 3. Would love to see even more of the self serve wine tasting dispensers in the future! They are a hit and are such a fun concept.

    We kicked off our evening at Wine Experience with the chorizo stuffed dates--sweet, smoky, and…read morewrapped in crisp bacon with a touch of whipped fig crema that made each bite worth while! If you can, try the warm smoked almonds and olives; they're smoked perfection with bright lemon zest and paired beautifully with whatever you're having. The food throughout was absolutely delicious, with thoughtful, elevated small plates that felt refined. The standout on the spring menu? Those beef Wellington puffs--tender filet mignon wrapped in golden, flaky pastry and served with Dijonnaise!! They were rich, elegant, and utterly irresistible; we couldn't stop reaching for more. 3rd order anyone?! What truly made the night special was the team. From the moment we walked in, the knowledgeable staff was genuinely helpful and enthusiastic, guiding us through their wine selections with thoughtful recommendations that perfectly complemented each dish. Their passion turned a lovely dinner into a memorable experience--approachable yet refined. Highly recommend for a special night out. We left smiling, a bit fuller, and already planning to come back. Five stars!

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    Lantern's Edge - Crimson Ceviche - Compressed Watermelon (Vegan)

    Lantern's Edge

    4.6(118 reviews)
    7.7 mi

    FFood was amazing. Service was above and beyond. Jiyan was the absolute best and sweetest! He was…read moreso informative about every dish we were curious about. He also was sweet enough to bring our daughter a blanket to make her comfy. It gets a little chilli outside on the patio so they offer nice, warm blankets. By far the best service I have ever had! I didn't take photos of everything, but we loved every dish we had. We ordered the mushroom plate as an appetizer, definitely an acquired taste. If you're not a mushroom person, I don't suggest it lol. We also had the octopus plate to share, and it was amazing!!!! Jiyan explained how it is prepared and he had us at, "it's not chewy," because who knew octopus wasn't supposed to be chewy lmao! The oysters were our favorite, you can never go wrong with some raw, clean oysters! The pasta and branzino were so perfectly prepared as well. Beautiful presentation and just the right amount of heavy and light. Ube Sansrival was the perfect way to finish the course, found out the chef is a Filipina!!! Makes sense why everything was so delicious HIGHLY RECOMMENDDDDDD THIS PLACE!!! Biggg shout out to Jiyan and the chef!!!!

    We had checked into the hotel kinda late, so decided just to eat here instead of leaving to find…read moresomething else for dinner. We got seated immediately but it was right next to the hostess stand.. which felt like the lobby of the restaurant. Honestly felt like the reject zone. Especially when the pictures in Yelp of the interior looked so nice and had a great view. We had no view. The server asked if we wanted sparkling or still water, I got sparkling and he got still. Turns out they were $8 each.. had I known that, I prob would have gotten an actual drink. The bread was complimentary and that was great, especially since our toddler loved the sun dried tomato tapenade. He also got the kids Mac and cheese, I got lobster risotto, & husband got the seafood orecchiette. Mac and cheese was just average, risotto was a little salty and a bit undercooked. Seafood orecchiette was tasty but nothing I'd crave again. Overall just an okay experience. When we got the check, noticed a 20% service charge and wasn't that happy about it since we only had 3 people, the food was just alright, and we had to sit in the weird lobby-like area of the restaurant. Would only ever come back for convenience, nothing else.

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    Bushfire Kitchen - Mission Viejo - Grassfed beef burger-yum!!

    Bushfire Kitchen - Mission Viejo

    4.5(485 reviews)
    4.4 mi
    •$$

    Just stopped by for dinner on Monday. It's not an order-at-the-table place. Rather, you order at…read morethe counter, take a number and place the number on your table. We had the spinach and strawberry salad, Brussel sprouts and chimichurri tri tip plate. I can only speak for the tri tip and sprouts, but both were excellent. I mean, as good as any tri tip I've had just about anywhere else. I'm not a big fan of sauces and the beef was great by itself. Even the mixed vegetables were perfect and I hate mixed veggies. And the side of Brussel sprouts was perfectly seasoned and prepared. My dinner partner enjoyed the salad and commented the chicken was great. Not sure if it was the time of day, but it was really empty. I'm hoping this place gets more business as everything about the place was top notch, from the friendly workers, to the cleanliness of the restaurant. And as previously mention, the food quality and taste were excellent. Only thing I'm not quite sure about is whether we're supposed to bus our own dishes after eating or not. We left our plates at the table and left. If we were supposed to clear our own dishes, etc. my apologies. But I'm glad I tipped, when ordering at the counter since I didn't clear my table. Also, why I'm writing this review, since I felt bad about not clearing the table after realizing it, while driving home. Anyway, excellent establishment. I hope the positive reviews help to get people into your eatery. Keep up the great work!

    Had a great meal at Bushfire tonight. Craving a burger and looked on Yelp so here we were…read more Order your meal and put your number at your table for food delivery type of restaurant. American burger was tasty. French fries were good. Grass fed beef empanada was small but delicious and the sauce that came with (chimichurri) bomb. They have a few booths, a TV with sporting event. They have a good selection of unique soda pops and draft beer. The inside was quite small. Staff were friendly.

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