C L O S E D - effective 10/7/2024 FROM THE AVENSOLE WINERY WEBSITE: It is with a heavy heart that we inform you that Avensole Winery has closed its doors, effective immediately. Wine club pick-ups will be available for the month of October on the following days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday 12pm - 4pm Member glasses or tastings will not be available during this time. There will be no staff in the office outside of these days and hours, so responses to emails will be delayed. We also do not have any staff available to answer phones, so any messages or calls will go unanswered. We please kindly ask for your patience and understanding during this difficult time for our staff. Our team will be doing their best to navigate this transition, and we appreciate your kindness towards them read more

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Pretty winery located in Temecula...and more like 3.5 stars. We were excited to have lunch here but was a bit put off by the aloof server we had. Since we had driven more than an hour to get here, we decided to stick it out and continue our afternoon there. She tried to be pleasant but it was a bit forced...but I digress. What we had: Charcuterie & Cheese Board: nice little board that had a variety of meats, cheeses and fruit. This is all we ordered in regards to food because we wanted to check out another winery down the road a bit later to see how their service would be in comparison. Drinks: 2017 Malbec: we are always a fan of a good Malbec and this was pretty standard. 2019 Petite Sirah: notes of chocolate and berry. I enjoyed this one. They were also pretty snooty towards us at the wine tasting area located down below so we didn't bother doing any tastings after that. I highly doubt we'd return. It is a beautiful location though. 3.5 stars. read more

Drove out to one of my favorite restaurants in the wineries...Avensole! I find it peaceful, modern rustic and a view over looking the vineyards are a few things that I enjoy along with the food and service. For the many years of coming out to the restaurant, one face that has been constant is Marleen and she has been my favorite amongst the many that have come and gone...so keep up the great work! On this occasion I met up with some friends from work and started off in the tasting room trying some new and old blends before heading up to the restaurant for dinner. I strongly recommend taking time doing this so that you can enjoy the property and all that it has to offer. See you soon! read more

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It's a very cute restaurant located at the winery. Outdoor patio is spacious and relaxing with plants, trees, and string lights. Food overall was pretty tasty but unfortunately the quality was not good or fresh. We ordered grilled octopus, ceviche, flatbread pizza, and calamari to start. I liked the flatbread pizza the best. For entrees, we had steak and salmon. Steak was cooked perfectly, quite chewy but still delicious. The salmon, on the other hand, was not fresh and lacked quality, freshness and flavor. Service was cordial but rushed. Even though the place wasn't packed, our waitress was overwhelmed waiting on other tables because they were understaffed. Portions were good sizes and also price was pretty reasonable. I would actually come back here when I'm in the area just because it is still a nice restaurant with decent food. I would suggest maybe skip the seafood dishes in particular since this establishment probably doesn't get the freshest quality produce. read more

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Absolutely devastated to hear this place closed. The service was always 10/10 and the Sangria was phenomenal! Even the food was cooked to each person's liking. The BEST salmon filet I've ever had. Uncomplicated seasonings yet perfectly cooked! Going to miss the beauty of this place as well. read more

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Fantastic service by Bri. Good ambiance. Food was mainly a hit! Mushroom gnocchi - I ordered this and was underwhelmed. It didn't taste bad but didn't really taste like anything, certainly not mushrooms. Maybe change to a ravioli? Quite bland and very disappointing Mac'n'cheese: OMG SO EFFIN GOOD! The perfect amount/quality of bacon took this to next level and love that you used cellentani pasta to hold extra cheesy goodness. It was seriously soooo good Brussel sprouts: BOMB. Cooked perfectly where they tasted roasted but weren't burned and had a layer of sweetness to them Baked brie: I mean...melted cheese in puff pastry? Add yummy berry spread? Amazing Everything: I didn't get my friends reviews as we were too busy chatting away but everyone looked like they loved their meal! Cake fee: $25 to cut and serve a cake we brought? A little exorbitant. $15 feels better for this service. read more

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Aside from the hostess having an issue with our request to move tables, telling us tables are reserved (when that's not the case) and failing to return to assist, we've had pleasant experiences on our visit. I hate that I forgot our server's name today as we've not only had him a few times, he provides excellent service each and every time. The food here is pretty good and by far my favorite is the calamari. It's cooked to perfection and well-seasoned...a hit every time. read more

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We came here tonight with family for my husband's birthday after Bolero was not able to accommodate walk-ins. The wait here was only 30 minutes long on a Saturday night, and that probably should have been a red flag. We ordered a bottle of 2019 Muscat Canelli, calamari, oysters natural, avensole Caesar, avensole burger, smokehouse burger, salmon and duck. My favorite dishes of the night were the oysters (so fresh and delightful) and Caesar salad (really unique and delicious with the pumpkin seeds and bacon). My avensole burger was huge, but it was not seasoned with salt and just tasted like meat. The other family members who ordered burgers doused theirs in ketchup to give them flavor. Sure, the meat was fresh, but that was it and all you tasted. We also felt that the serving of fries on the side was stingy, which was unfortunate because that was the best part of the dish. My husband ordered the duck, and it came out well-done. It was tough and dry, and the accompaniments just did not pair well with the dish overall. Service was mediocre. We asked two different servers for knives, which neither brought us. They did not take away any of the empty plates until the very end of the meal. It was nice of them to give us a complimentary slice of cheesecake for my husband's special day. This dessert ended up being overwhelmingly sweet (funny, in comparison to their bland burgers). There are lots of spots outside the restaurant to take beautiful photos, and parking is plentiful. For the price, I can't really say I would recommend this place and do not understand how it is rated so highly. read more

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No wait going on a Friday after we attended their popup speakeasy (there was nothing about it that was speakeasy, just an outdoor venue) . Got seated in 5 minutes. Ordered our food and drinks. Drinks came right away. It was 6:45 when we entered the restaurant, we didn't get our food for 1 hour. I even asked the waitress what happened to our food she said it was coming out just now and it didn't come to us for another 10 minutes. Avensol burger it was good. The fries were the best, but not worth $30 read more

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Brunch is no longer the name for a meal you eat that's a little late for breakfast and a little early for lunch. It's now really just an excuse to drink before noon without feeling like a degenerate. There are even restaurants that are solely open just for brunch. These restaurants tend to cater to the "linner" crowd as well. It's not open too early and not open too late. The Restaurant at Avensole is one of these. My wife decided she wanted to drink before noon the last time we visited Temecula. This is not uncommon in Temecula. It is also, for this reason, that Temecula has no shortage of these eateries. Although most places were booked the day before, I was able to get a 10:30 am reservation at Avensole the night before on Open Table. We had been to the winery before but this was the first for the restaurant. The place looks wonderful. The dining room is a covered open air area with a beautiful fountain in the middle that is exposed, letting sunlight in. The service was very friendly and attentive. I feel like three stars is actually a little low, because I liked this place and I'd come back, but some of the food was not quite 4 star worthy. I ordered the Avensole Benedict that was just ok. It was served on two very small pieces of dry bread with pre-cooked lukewarm warm bacon and dry home style potatoes. The eggs however were nicely poached. My wife had the lox plate which looked great, because it was served with a healthy portion of lox. Unfortunately, the lox was not up to standard. In fact she mentioned the lox we buy at Costco is much better. On the other hand I did order a waffle appetizer that was amazing and my Bloody Mary was one of the best I've ever had. It was served with the same bacon on my Benedict, several olives and jalepenos. For some reason, when the bacon is soaking in tomato juice and vodka- not that bad. I also tried my friends steak and eggs, and the steak was cooked and seasoned to perfection. I enjoyed my meal at Avensole. Id like to go back and try different things. However, I believe there was a reason i was able to get weekend brunch reservations at this place rather than a few others up the road that I know are better. However, if given the chance, or looking for a nice place to have a nice meal amongst the vineyards, I'd give it another try. read more

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I was in Temecula to attend a concert at Pechanga Resort but was staying 7 miles away so I used OpenTable to find places for lunch and dinner. Avensole came up and the ratings were very good and the menu looked interesting so I booked a table for 1 on Friday (Oct. 27). The main portion of the restaurant is in an open air terrace. They had the clear screens down because it was in the 50s - 60s. It made for a crisp dining experience. There was a guitarist off in the corner ... he was very good. I opted for the jar of Osetra Siberian caviar ... you could order a taste for $20 or a jar for $100. I opted for the latter because I love caviar. I ordered a glass of their Rendezvous sparkling wine to go with the caviar. This was a crisp sparkling wine; I liked it. A waiter brought my caviar and I had to ask "Is this the jar?" because the plate had a pearl spoon with a dollop of caviar. The correct plate came shortly thereafter. I guess not many people order the "jar"? It was good caviar and was served with crisps of puff pastry and I believe sour cream. All I need are toast points so I never use any of the accoutrements that come with caviar. The pieces of puff pastry were perfect. I chose the Elk Wellington for my entrée; I love game and the Wellington preparation. Hopefully, it's done well. To pair with the elk, I added a side of grilled asparagus and a glass of 2020 Retaggio, their award winning blend of zinfandel and cabernet sauvignon. I'd never had a blend of these grapes so it was a "must try". The wine was lightish is coloration but full of fruit and spice. I think the zinfandel predominated but that's fine; I love zins. The elk was lean and tender and perfectly cooked. I asked for the rare side of medium rare and that's what I received. There were four large pieces (two would have been perfect). Their take on a Wellington was to use prosciutto and sautéed spinach in addition to the duxelles. I'm not a fan of prosciutto in a Wellington because it adds unwanted salt. The medallions were served on a bed of garlic potato puree and surrounded by demi sauce. My issue was that the puff pastry was not flaky; it was soggy. Was that because I asked for it other than medium rare or because it picked up moisture from the potato puree? I'm pretty particular about Wellingtons because I make it from time to time. It's a lot of work and everything must come together to achieve perfection. I didn't have room for dessert so I just had a cup of coffee. What did I think? I loved the ambiance, the music, and the food was very good. The wines were excellent. I just wish the puff pastry in the Elk Wellington was less soggy and would have been happy with just two pieces. Four is too much food for this senior citizen. My meal cost $238.18 and I added a $50 tip. I can give Avensole 4.5 stars; I enjoyed my time here. read more

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After first stopping at another restaurant, I checked Yelp and found this super cute place! Their pictures of the food looked amazing and I was worried it would be too good to be true. But nonetheless we ran off and came to Avensole. Although there are arrows pointing for which way to turn for the restaurant, the building itself is kind of vague. It is the one the farthest to the left with the outdoor patio. Check in at the huge front "desk" and get seated! I love the fact that they have open kitchen to see what is going on. The patio itself is also very very pretty and not too loud! We got Drinks: Red wine (5/5) Tropical breeze (5/5) fruity and not watered down! Apps: Cheese board (4/5) gorgeous but very expensive Food: Brie grilled cheese (4/5) Yummy but very expensive BBQ chicken flatbread (3/5) cream sauce base wasn't the best Butchers choice flatbread (4/5) not enough "stuff" on it Chicken club (5/5) huge sandwich, super tasty Avensole Burger (3/5) meat was dry Service was great, honestly everything was just perfect. The food was so pretty and so was the view. Only tip is that this place is very very expensive for food, but we'll worth it if you want to spend the money! read more

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Bree is a 5 star waitress and it's absolutely beautiful here. I loved my wine!! The food is mediocre at best. BBQ chicken flatbread was soggy. Ceviche was weird with squid mixed with salmon. I definitely would not recommend it. The flourless chocolate cake for bf's birthday was delicious!! read more

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The food here was no joke. I was super impressed! First we went for a wine tasting in the tasting room which was super spacious both inside and out. We had two stroller with us and we were able to still stand at the bar and do our tasting. The staff was SUPER friendly in helping us select our tastings, give tasting notes, providing new glasses etc. I enjoyed a lot of the wine we tasted and it seems like they had something for every kind of wine drinker. Great selection. The restaurant was by far the highlight! Great cocktail list and they offer all their wine to enjoy there as well. We ordered for the table, a barbacoa flatbread, brussel sprouts, chicken club sandwich with fries, and the celebration salad. The barbacoa flatbread was awesome. I would eat that every day, though it was a tad on the greasy side it was still so good. The chicken on the sandwich was nice and juicy and the bacon was crisp. Fries were perfectly crunchy. The salad was nice and fresh, I thought it could use a little more dressing but the beets were delicious and sweet. Loved the view overlooking the tasting room and courtyard area. Very family friendly. read more

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Service was great they allow dogs on the patio. Calamari good. Beef Wellington raw with raw dough. I like this restaurant but not this time. They did not charge us for the beef but chef take it off the menu if you can't cook it properly. read more

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Stopped in for a mid-week lunch. It was a warm day, but chilly on the shaded patio, so sat inside. We started w/ the roasted Brussel sprouts, with pomegranate reduction and goat cheese - really tasty! Then split the Chicken Club sandwich, topped w/ a generous piece of perfectly cooked chicken breast, butter lettuce, house made pickles, bacon, tomato and aioli on a brioche bun (bun was a bit dry), but loved the with a side salad w/ white balsamic dressing - yum! My hubby had a glass of the Zinfandel Rose, and I had the Sangiovese. Our server, Hannah, was very friendly and helpful, and service was quick. Recommend! read more

The Restaurant at Avensole Winery - Chicken Club sandwich w/ side salad w/ white balsamic vinaigrette - very good - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Temecula, California

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Beautiful winery! The views are amazing and the reds are delicious. Definitely recommend the 2018 Aventura if you want to sip on something good. It has a 92pt Gold Medal at the Los Angeles International Wine Competition. A robust blend of 78% Zinfandel and 22% Syrah. Glamourous notes of toffee and caramel on the nose, followed by a burst of cranberry. Jammy and bright with a hint of smoke, dried cherry and fresh raspberry delights the palate. Apparently a favorite here so had to get a bottle! Not sure how the restaurant food is but the bar snacks were not a disappointment. The 'charcuterie board' three served us was just a small plastic box filled with a few meats, cheeses and like 5 crackers. Not worth it but at least the wine was lit. read more

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We tried this restaurant for dinner and it was amazing! We loved it so much we came back the next day to try their brunch. Just as great! Lots of delicious options to choose from and the servers are very nice and attentive. My husband even met the Chef because he enjoyed her food so much. The patio does get chilly so I would recommend bringing a jacket. They do have have heaters available and have a nice water feature in the middle of the patio. read more

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We were here on 2/25 to celebrate a birthday. Loved the ease of scheduling reservations for a large group- even on a weekend! Nick was our server, and he took great care of our group. He was super friendly, very accommodating, and ensured we had our drinks and food and checked in on us frequently. I had their smokehouse burger with fries and was very pleased with the entree. Serving size for the fries was on the small end- but if you're counting calories it's probably a good thing. We also ordered the brussel sprouts appetizer, cauliflower appetizer and the grilled Oyster appetizer- which we all enjoyed. For drinks our party ordered bottles of the Rendevous and also their White Zin and we also enjoyed the French 75. I definitely recommend Avensole for a special occasion and look forward to returning! read more

Amazing food. Amazing ambiance. Great service. Relaxing atmosphere. Will definitely visit again. read more

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I took my mom and sister here for an early Mother's Day celebration . Overall the view and the restaurant was nice although it was a little windy . I ordered the egg white omelette and I felt the portion was small for what I paid . But overall the food was pretty good . As far as drinks they were really good as well . I got the berry sangria and not only was it refreshing but it was pretty strong as well. We ordered the cobbler for dessert and the gluten free chocolate cake . To me the cobbler was okay tasting . The topping needed to have a little more flour . The server was really sweet as well . However the chocolate cake was pretty good overall. I shall return soon to try out the other stuff in thier menu . read more

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The calamari and Temecula salad were really good, but the ambiance was lacking. Members get a 20% discount on wine but can't use their tastings at the restaurant. read more

The Restaurant at Avensole Winery - Our feast - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Temecula, California

Came here on a Friday in early January. The winery itself is very pretty and I can totally see some really fun events taking place on the grounds. The restaurant was not busy at all being that we got there a little before opening. We were seated and the service was attentive throughout our whole meal. It was my first time having an Irish coffee and boy did it have a kick! For my meal I ordered the braised short ribs and they did not disappoint. The meat was so tender and the portion size was more than enough. Everyone I was with really enjoyed their food as well. We walked over to the winery after lunch and got to do some wine tasting. The staff was very knowledgeable and overall we had a really great time. read more

If you're looking for good food and an enjoyable dining experience in the Temecula winery area, Avensole is a great option! There are so many options in the area for wine, but I have found only a few restaurants with an impressive food selection. Their menu is decently sized, from appetizers (calamari, brussell sprouts, brie - the brie app is amazing!) to hamburgers, sandwiches, flatbreads and even ceviche. They also have main entrees (salmon, steak, chicken) if you're looking for a full dining experience. During our last visit, we ordered several items off their menu and everything was great, particularly the appetizers. I recommend ordering apps to share if you're unsure on what to get. Both times I've been here, the hostesses have been very unfriendly and unwelcoming upon arrival; however, their waitstaff make up for it. The servers I've had were exceptional and our second server was extremely patient during my latest visit when we had a party of 6. They don't have a view but it's a really nice outdoor seating area with a fountain in the middle of the seating area. It's warm during the summer months but they have a sprinkler system. Ample parking lot. I recommend making a reservation if you're able to plan ahead - keep in mind they take down a credit card for the reservation with a $25/person fee for no-shows. read more

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Pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food at Avensole Winery. When I go to a winery, I prepare myself to be a tad bit disappointed with the food, but this wasn't the case at Avensole! First off, they do take reservations, and they accept large groups. My family and I had a reservation for a Saturday at 12, and they were able to accommodate us right away with all table settings in place already (we're a group of 12). Service was prompt, friendly, and made recommendations based on our preferences. Everyone enjoyed their meals and the beautiful view. The showstopper was the Brie en Croute! I couldn't get enough, and it's so rare to see a baked brie on any menu. The brie was soft but not runny, while the puff pastry held up very well. The baguettes were softly toasted, and the blueberry compote was tasty and well-spiced. As a plus, we went down to the winery and did a tasting. They have multiple flight options available for those who like dry wine, sweet wine, or both. Perfect afternoon out read more

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Beautiful winery! The grounds here are beautiful with a large pond and nice photo opportunities. The Restaurant at Avensole was lovely on a Tuesday afternoon. On Tuesdays they offer a taco Tuesday special, which includes 2 tacos, chips and a margarita for $15. The salads are huge and sooo filling. I like that you can see into the kitchen and watch the food being prepared. Service was excellent, as our waitress checked on us throughout our meal. I would for sure recommend. read more

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My husband and I came here on a Saturday afternoon to listen to some live music and get some wine. The website said music was 5-8, but when we went to the tasting room they had no idea if it was happening or not. One woman said no music today, another man said yes, from 4-7. So we were confused. We were able to get one glass before the tasting room closed. We sat outside and enjoyed the sunset. I liked the fire pits and the courtyard area. Super cute place to have a wedding in my opinion! We ended up going to the restaurant for the music and it did happen, but at 5:30. So everyone, including the website was wrong lol. We sat at the bar, ordered wine, soup, and the short rib plate to share. The soup came out not even 2 minutes after putting in the order and the short ribs came out before we even finished our soup. I would have actually preferred if they waited a bit so I could finish my soup. The tomato bisque was tasty, but not as hot as I would have liked. Ask for the crostini with it! It's good and free! The shirt rib dish was very good! I liked the flavor combinations and I downed the whole thing. If I have one complaint (other than when it came out to us) would be that the carrot purée painted on the side of the dish was cold, like it had been sitting there waiting to be plated. The wine was really good. My husband got the South Slope and I got the Cab. Nice pours! And the server gave us a few samples before choosing. The servers were nice and attentive without being overbearing or ignoring us, which I think is hard to find when sitting at the bar. Again, my only complaint is the timing of bringing the dishes out. I wish the music could have been heard more. After eating, we actually moved closer and finished our wine at an empty table. The flamenco guitar player was good! read more

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My now fiancé and I were celebrating our one year anniversary on May 22nd. My flight was delayed so we couldn't make our reservation, but they accommodated us anyways even though they were so close to closing. Our hostess Gracie was so amazing and understanding. They really made our anniversary so so special and gave us excellent service. Tracy was our server and she was so kind and gave us such great recommendations. The food was so so delicious and the outdoor seating was incredible. The scenery was so beautiful. Imagine dining with a view of Temeculas vineyards. We spent such a great time and we really hope to be be back soon. My steak was cooked to perfection and my finances dish was also extremely tasty. read more

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We were eagerly anticipating dining at this restaurant due to its stellar reviews, but unfortunately, our experience fell short of expectations. We had a reservation for 6:45pm and arrived a bit early around 6:30pm. Understandably, the restaurant was quite busy for a Saturday night so the hostess in the front let us know she would grab us closer to our reservation time. The first piece of disappointment was how other groups without reservations were seated before us. We were waiting near the check in desk and overheard a large group of 5+ guests walked in without a reservation and was immediately seated by the hostess. We are assuming of course there must have been a large available table. The host came back to let us know it would still be some time and apologized for the wait. A few other groups came in, both with and without reservations. Some were seated again before us. So it gave us the perception we were being ignored. The hostess finally came back to us again at around 6:55pm/7pm and said there was a table ready for us, and again apologized for the wait. The restaurant ambiance was beautiful. The patio had several heaters that kept everyone warm during a somewhat chilly and windy evening. The live guitarist was also fantastic. However, the food also fell flat of expectations. We ordered the Caesar salad to start and some sparkling wine. The salad arrived fairly quickly! However, we were not yet given napkins or utensils and had to ask. We were nearly finished with our salad and noticed our drinks hadn't arrived yet. Our server came in swiftly with our sparkling wine, before we could ask, and apologized for the delay. The biggest disappointment came with our main entrees. The Beef Wellington, a highlight on their menu, was disappointingly raw, cold in the center, with undercooked puff pastry inside. Despite sending it back, the filet inside remained fairly raw once we received it back. It didn't look like the kitchen seared the filet before wrapping it in the puff pastry. Flavor-wise, it also fell short. We asked the server to remove this entree after a couple of bites. My wife ordered a NY strip with a side of mashed potatoes. The side of mashed potatoes was plated without much care. Fortunately, our server was the last redeeming quality for this place. He was able to help rectify the situation by assisting with taking off one of our drinks and the beef Wellington from our bill. He was so kind throughout the service despite being swamped with several tables. Overall, the evening left much to be desired. With such stellar reviews and a high price point for menu items, our expectations were very high for this place. I'm afraid to say we will not be returning here in the future. read more

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This was a delicious restaurant! Megan made sure we were taken care of for our first time in Temecula. We sipped on the "Berrylicious" Sangrias and enjoyed Calamari and Hummus Flatbread for a start to the winery weekend! read more

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Visited their restaurant on a Thursday night. Was surprised how many wineries close their restaurants so early around 5pm-was happy to see that Avensole at least stayed open until 8pm. My husband and I shared the tomato bisque...was super rich, not creamy, almost like a tomato marinara sauce. Split the chicken club and fries with a friend-the club was fresh, flavorful, and the sweet bun added a little something to it. The fries were battered which I always find odd but they tasted great. Paired my meal with a glass of their sparkling wine, which was delicious. Patio ambience and friendly and efficient service made for a lovely evening. Give them a try! read more

Oof. Another high quality dining experience. We've eaten dinner and brunch here and the food is excellent. Chef quality and excellent service. The patio is the best seating in the house with views of the vineyard, a beautiful garden, and lighting, shade and fans! I'll keep coming back here for sure. It seems like it's still a hidden gem because it doesn't seem too hard to get in here but the quality is here and seems very underrated. read more

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Came here for my birthday celebration and they made the process seamless for me with reserving the table and being accommodating with any changes I had to my party. We were sat down immediately and able to order or drink pretty quickly. The Pinot Gris was delicious. I ordered the smokehouse burger and they were very accommodating with my special diet. My friend ordered the bacon and grilled cheese and it didn't come with any bacon. Turned out it's a bacon jam but they were able to bring a new one out with bacon in it. The views outside were gorgeous and it didn't feel to hot sitting outside. read more

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The wifey and I enjoyed a wonderful dinner at Avensole. Went on a cool fall evening, but they had a number of patio heaters in their outdoor dining patio to ensure guests were comfortable. To start we enjoyed some delicious shredded pork empanadas and a glass of South Slope red wine. Our main courses took a little while to come out, but once it did the flavor and quality of the dishes made up for it. Would definitely go back. The he wifey had the Avensole burger which was perfectly cooked and hot when it arrived. I had the bbq chicken flatbread and caesar salad. Never had bacon in a caesar salad probably the only thing I could have done without. Final treat was a piping hot baked white chocolate macadamia nut cookie and a scoop of delicious vanilla ice cream. read more

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My hubby and I are in town for a jazz concert and needed to find a place for a quick bite to you. This restaurant was recommended to us and it did not disappoint. Outdoor dining is a must when you're in So Cal. We each opted for iced tea (unusual for us !!) to go with his crispy chicken sandwich and fries and my celebration salad. Both were super fresh and yummy. Service is awesome. Definitely recommend. read more

The Restaurant at Avensole Winery - Celebration Salad - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Temecula, California

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The avensole has a wonderful ambiance! With a very huge outdoor space. Great for groups! They also had a wonderfully talented singer/ guitarist during our visit. We are early and we're one of the first patrons for dinner on a Friday around 5pm. The food presented well and they look to have a luxe kitchen but unfortunately the flavors were lacking. The Brie en croute was flaky but the taste and the jam was overwhelming. The ceviche was heavily limed and ultimately provided no other flavors. The scallops came plates on pretty shells but I could've done with less performance and more flavor. The sauce surrounding them was spicy but without depth. I think they likely have a wonderful wine experience but the food was not my favorite. read more

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My wife and I had a nice lunch at Avensole after a short hike in Fallbrook. We arrived early, and decided to do a flight tasting first. My favorite was the Super Tuscan, which I predicted since I tend to like chianti's. We decided to share some appetizers and a salad for lunch. The baked brie puff pastry was yummy, the calamari also came with a few shishito peppers that went surprising well together, and the farmer's market salad was excellent with this zingy lemon dressing. I had a sparkling rose with lunch too. Oh, and the cobbler was also delicious. If you're in Temecula, this is a nice place for lunch. It was a weekday in summer and not busy at all, but I imagine the weekends bring in the crowds. read more

The Restaurant at Avensole Winery - Super Tuscan was my favorite! - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Temecula, California

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Had a delicious dinner here tonight in celebration of my brothers birthday. My medium filet mignon was delicious. The red chimichurri was unlike any traditional chimichurri I've had--it was a little spicy, but delicious. Our waitress (I came later than my party so I never got her name) was fantastic. She was super sweet, charismatic, something every waitress should be. Pretty blonde girl. The location is beautiful especially during sunset, I'll have to come back when I'm not in a rush to enjoy what a beauty this place actually is. read more

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Why are there so many flies??? .. Issue: The numerous flies attacked and landed on my entree and I couldn't eat it half way through the meal since it had gotten contaminated. Other people in my party also had the same issue.... Price: for a party of 5, total price including drinks ( 1 round of drinks each) was around $400. The flies really ruined our meal/outing. They need more fans installed! Seating: Plenty of seating on a Friday evening. Reservations over 4 people require a credit card entered to reserve your chosen date/time. There is charge if you want to cancel with less than 1 day notice ( around 20ish per person). Grace period is only 5 minutes, but you can call them to let them you need more time. Service/food: Service is a little slow, but friendly. Food was surprising pretty good! Entrees are priced from $40-$60? Would recommend this location for drinks, not for dinner due to the fly issue. Pond was gorgeous and worth the visit! read more

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Atmosphere-pleasant although we were seated facing an unattractive driveway. Food- I ordered the cerviche- fish pieces too large, too heavy on the ginger and we didn't care for, I thought it said with salmon but I didn't receive any. I also ordered the flatbread which was just okay. My friend ordered the impossible burger- not good. Sangria was good, too pricey, fair staff, will not return. Mandatory 20% tip on bill. read more