WineWorks is a very interesting place. Technically, it's a wine bar, and while you can buy bottles up front, owner Darren (wonderful, friendly Irishman) brought in a kick-ass chef who makes very tasty food. Long story short, you can enjoy a full meal while you're tasting...or you can just do a tasting and have small plates...or you can just drink a bunch of awesome wines. We had a flight of Syrahs and Shirazes (waiter Kurt = fantastic and not stingy on the pours, either). The wines were reasonably priced but most of WineWorks' bottles are on the higher end, just so you know. This ain't Chuck Shaw or Chianti in the straw basket, but at the same time, the wines on our flight were moderately priced (all around $20). Our small plates were awesome. I had the brie fondue, which was way better than it sounds. It had a great texture and none of the weirdness that I usually associate with brie. Plus, it paired great with our wines. Hubby had the curry sliders, which seem to be everyone's favorite here. They are little meatballs and spiced with curry powder and mint, and they come on teeny pieces of toast. I admit they were pretty cute and smelled great, too. At the end of the night Kurt brought us a piece of cheesecake that was the best cheesecake I've ever had. It came finished with berries and I kept thinking that those were pretty much the best berries I'd ever had, too. Great food, great wine, great atmosphere!!! read more

On a whim, we dropped into this place for dinner. Had heard great things about it. Didn't expect a crowd on a Tuesday night but the restaurant and bar areas were full of good looking people. Mostly well to do couples or small groups enjoying themselves. The hostess fit us in. (tip; suggest you call in for a reservation to assure a table). Real nice room, intimate, great atmosphere and vibe. It almost felt like you were at a private party. No children either (this not the place for a kids meal- please leave them home). Everyone was comfortable and laid -back in the space. Like the other reviewers we never expected it because Wineworks is located in a tiny strip mall by the 5 Fwy. Our orginal low expectations were blown out of the water. We got a table n the back near the bar. Our server, Melanie, greeted us and gave us some time to study the wine list and menu. Made us feel very welcomed and comfortable. She had her hands full with the crowd but never ignored us or lost her sense of humor. We were in no rush either. A relaxing dinner with some good wine was what we wanted. The wine list is perfectly concise and fantastic. Choice of about 30-35 (maybe more actually) unique wines from everywhere. Reasonably priced too. My wife had a Pinot Gris from France. I couldn't decide between two reds so our server (on her own) gave me a free tasting of both. Nice touch. I went on to buy a bottle of what turned out to be the best Sangiovese I ever drank (2006 Canalicchio Di Sopra). Definitely a wow moment for me. By the way, they offer 6 oz and 3 oz pours of every wine listed. They also have a good list of beers if you prefer. Tried some of the small plates. Had the homemade corn tomato soup. Oh yeah, very nice. Soup was smooth, favors blended well. Came with a side of mini french bread slices. Next, Crab Cakes. Nice, favorful, firm and full of meat. Very good. We also tried the Pulled Pork Crepes with a peach poblano sauce. The pork was tasty and tender and came in a nice size pile on the plate. The sauce and four mini sized crepes are on the side. You assemble the deal yourself. Our server immediately told us that if we wanted more crepes just ask. We did too. The crepes were perfectly done, slightly sweet, sprinkled with what looked like green onion bits Sauce was out of this world. Definitely suggest you try them. We were filing up fast so no entrees tonight. Decided on dessert instead. Creme Brulee Cheesecake. Yep, it was as good as it sounds. A just right slice of delicate cheesecake, chocolate cookie crust with a thin layer of the creme brulee on top. Finished our great bottle of wine with it. We're so happy to have come here. Summary - Perfect night - Great wine, excellent food, fun atmosphere, wonderful service. We met Darren Coyle, the charming Irish owner as we were leaving. Spoke to us like we were old friends. He's very excited about opening Dublin 4 - the Irish gastropub in the space next door in October. Considering the night he gave us we can't wait either. read more

Nice ambiance, great service and the food- wow- the food was phenomenal!! My mom had the filet and said it was the best she had ever had in her life. The only negative was it was 48.00- very pricey but she said it was worth it. My young daughter and I split the burger and it was exceptional. Two others in our party had the pasta. They said it was good. I also liked the option of just getting a 3 oz glass of wine. Highly recommend this place. read more

Let me start off by saying that the food and service here is great, but there were a few problems that mad me only give this place 3 stars. the ambiance is nice and cozy,, and the live music is great. first off, the service was great, but it took our food forever to come out. for an appetizer, entree, and dessert, the whole meal took an hour and a half! secondly, the food is amazing, but i was disappointed on the portions they served. we ordered the brie and bread, and we ran out of bread and had tons of cheese left. our entree was also pretty small compared to what they charge for it. i got the sea bass and my boyfriend got the skirt steak. both were amazing, but the portions were small. finally, when we got our bill and looked at it we noticed that our glass of wine the waitress had recommended was $17.00 bucks each, which i think is pretty ridiculous, but it was our fault for not double checking the price. if the food came out faster and the waitress would have warned us about the over-priced wine, i would have given this place 5 stars read more

Best Winebar in South OC! Such a great Sekection of wines! What a treat if you go on a night that Darren, the Owner, is there! Love everything on the menu. Definitely try the Brie Fondue! read more

Wineworks for everyone is a real jewel. Wish they were closer to where we live. Friendly, professional staff... Even offered a second on one item. This place is great! read more

This place was pretty close to my house and it is just right off of OSO parkway. I like the shop itself and it has a nice vibe and the owner and the staff there were nice and super friendly. The bar/resturant side was full and the menu look pretty impress. The menu was pretty pricey so I expected alot but when the food came, I was so disappointed. The food just plan suck and they uses the cheapest quality product but try and rename it to be better. We order the filet mignon slider but i tool 1 bite and didn't even lay my hand on it again. My sister order the shrimp salad and it was all small tiny shrimp and the lettuce was the cheapest one u can get (iceberg) I don't mind eating these kind of food but if u r paying close to 15-20 per plate, I expected more!!!! I will never eat here again only come for the wines!! read more

Step aside Napa Rose (see my review they suck buttballs) -- there's a new sheriff in town and it owns you up and down. I entered here with low expectations -- I will admit. I am a HUGE wine snob. I went to Napa for 21st birthday with my nose hella up in the air. But as time passed and I moved to the OC, I was struggling frantically to find a wine bar that also had really great food. Just that fill your tummy happy food. I want to sip my wine with my eyes closed and enjoy the moment good. My search has finally ended. The atmosphere is intimate, small, contemporary tinged with traditional accents that make you grin. Nickname is Coco (after the fat Asian skank from American Dad -- thanks Jon and Brian) and as soon as we entered and we gave our names the owner was extremely sweet, attentive, and made small talk about my humorous nickname that my friends put the reservation under. It was a sweet pre-taste of what was to come. Wine selection is definitely not the most diverse or extensive, but it does have the none mainstream bullshit ones that offer a non-typical wine experience and DEFINITELY better than most places in the OC. The food... transcendental ~ bellissima ~ sehr lecker - oiishii :) - Brie Fondue: Is not oily, perfect consistency, and perfect with the fresh pear. - Scallops: Not slimy, meaty, and perfect. It's like a steak...not like how portobellos are steaks that's bs. It's this mouth full of protein that has amazing consistency and happiness. - Lamb: Not gamey, satisfying, eye-closingly good :) - Creme Brulee Cheesecake: Ah gawd... the top has that awesome layer of crystalized sugar that when you penetrate with your spoon all you smell is sugar and fond memories What can I say...it's good not only as a wine bar (which already gets four stars in my book) but as a foodie it's amazing. WineWorks you sassy bitch you... you get five stars from this wine snob ;) read more

Wow! What a great place. Wine, Food, Service, everything was incredible. I have always seen this place and heard good things, but it's so unassuming in it's little strip mall by the freeway location. Although, it is VERY convenient to get to. Let's start with the wine/service. Our server, Danny, I believe was his name, recommended a wine to us. Not the most expensive wine on the menu, but he said it was one of his favorites. It was an unfiltered red wine. The name and variety escapes me at the moment, but it was unlike any other wine I have had, and it was SO good. He was right on with his recommendation. While my wife and I were talking to him, we found out that he is a sommelier, or almost one. Either way, he really knew his wine, and wasn't the least bit arrogant about it. He just wanted us to enjoy a good bottle of wine and was more than happy to answer our questions about it. Perfect! The food was also as good as it comes. We had the stuffed mushrooms as well as a goat cheese salad with pistachios and currants among other things. Both were absolutely and absurdly delicious. If you haven't been here, you are missing out on a gem in South Orange County. Hope to see you there! read more

I haven't been to a great number of wine tastings and I wouldn't call myself a wine expert by any stretch. But, I would consider myself a connoisseur of good service, which is one thing I did not get at WineWorks. My gal pal and I went there for a tasting with Sea Smoke Cellars that was promoted via email. She was excited because she loves the winery and the winemaker was going to be there. We arrived a bit early so we ordered a glass of chardonnay that was recommended to us by the server. We didn't like it too much and let her know, but all she said was that it was a very good glass and didn't understand why we didn't like it. Cut to the wine tasting. The winemaker came up to our table, showed us the label, poured and then walked away. We called him back and said, "tell us about the wine." He proceeded to give us a few sentences, then walked away again. Hmmm... Then we went on to the next wine. He showed us the label, said about three sentences and walked away. And, so it went for the next two tastings, begrudgingly having to pour the two ounces. Could it be he would rather schmooze up one of the Real Housewives of Orange County that was sitting a few feet away? Probably. And all the while the sad chardonnay sat on our table. The only saving grace was the food. We had fillet mignon sliders and stuffed mushrooms. Outstanding, flavorful and yummy. The owner was also very nice and stopped by the table to say hello. We decided it was time to go, so got the check, which included the two $17 glasses of chardonnay that sat virtually untouched on our table. Had it been a fun and interactive experience like the other tastings I've been to, we probably would have stayed, drank more wine and bought a lot more than the two bottles we walked away with. read more

It was the weekend, probably around 2-3 pm, and we had just come from Laguna Beach. We weren't really hungry enough for a meal, and we just wanted to have a few drinks and relax. We decided to try here since it is close to home, and the last time we tried to stop by, they were closed for a week to scout out new wines or something. My husband is not much of a wine guy, so I had done my Yelp research in advance to make sure this wasn't somewhere he would despise. It had great reviews, and I was curious about the gastropub they were rumored to be opening next door shortly. We were greeted by who I assume to be the owner. Well, "greeted" may not be the right word. He did not appear to be thrilled that we thought we could just walk in without a reservation, and he made quite a production explaining how reservations are very important. Considering the only other party when we arrived was a OC Housewife birthday party or wedding shower and the early afternoon hour, I really thought he went a little overboard. We were sat at a high bar table. I would have preferred a real table, but I didn't want to push our no reservations luck. Contrary to the experience at the front door, the women that served us that day were incredibly friendly and gracious. Not a shred of pretentiousness. Despite being uncertain if we should just cut our losses and leave, we decided to stay for a glass or two since we were already seated and the server was really sweet. We didn't try many wines, and none of them stood out. The prices, although not unreasonable, looked higher than I like on the dinner menu. As an afterthought, we ordered the Brie Fondue, Sliced Pear, Rustic Bread appetizer. AMAZING. It is really, crazy good! The prices on the menu didn't seem so high after the brie. We were even offered more bread after we finished more since we still had some fondue left. Will we be back? Probably so. I am willing to just chalk that weird introduction up to someone just having an off day since that vibe didn't carry through the experience. And the brie fondue is too good to let go of. read more

Excellent wine selection, food and atmosphere. My favorite appetizer is the Brie with pears. I had the lamb chops Saturday night.... delicious. read more

Overrated, waited 15 minutes for a glass of water...mistake in the check of $21 on a bottle of white that was $49 on the menu! Food is good but I expected over the top service! read more

Really delicious food, I am in love with their flat bread with sliced potatoes and arugula. Also their brie/fondue-esque dip!! The wine was delicious and the service was also great. Along with everyone else, my only tiff is the parking :( so sad how cramped it is in such a lovely spot. read more

I really thought I would love this place. I was prepared to love it, especially after reading all those rave reviews on yelp. But honestly, what kind of wine bar doesn't bother to staff an experienced, knowledgeable, or, hey, breathing bartender on a Saturday night?? Ok, so it was the end of an extremely long day of moving my meager belongings into a Uhaul, and I was very excited to see that there was what appeared to be a wine establishment conveniently located mere steps away from the hotel I'm crashing at for the night. Awesome! Nothing better to unwind from a long day of stress and boxes and truck drama than a nice glass of wine and maybe some crab cakes. So I walk in and am delighted to find that there is one space open at the bar. Great! I guess this place seems more of a restaurant than wine bar, what with the full dinner menu and all the tables, but still, when dining alone I usually find the bar to be a pleasant experience,with the bartender usually on hand to serve you and answer questions about the wines, and overall just make the solo dining experience more tolerable. That was the exact opposite of the service I received at this place. After about five minutes of being ignored by various waiters and bussers and whoever popping in and out of the bar area, I was finally noticed by a girl who asked if knew what I wanted to order. While I do like trying different wines, I'm often overwhelmed by a long list like the one on the menu, so I usually tell the bartender what I like and hope for some good suggestions. I tell the girl, I'd like something, red, medium-bodied, and on the drier side, and she responds with "you're gonna have to give me more than that. Do you need a few more minutes to decide?" Um, ok. Enter a more knowledgeable person, who I think may be the owner. He swoops in and takes care of me, gives me a few tastes, and I decide on one for a 3 ounce glass, thinking I'd like to try a different one later. Big mistake, apparently, even though their menu lists prices for 3-ounce pours for every single wine by the glass. I think it's cool when a place does that. Usually. So, after munching on half of my lamb sliders, I finish the glass, and would like to order another, but no one is around to help me. The girl is there, chatting with the couple next to me and polishing glasses, but never asks if I'd like to order more wine. Ten minutes later, the guy comes back, I ask to try another wine, he pours me a taste and disappears before I can order a full glass, leaving the bottle in front of me, taunting me. At this point the restaurant is very busy, and I understand if he is busy serving the tables who are ordering full dinners, but why not have someone whose job is to take care of the patrons sitting at the bar? I'm starting to feel like I'm a nuisance or something, but I still want another 3 ounces of wine. Finally, I'm able to flag down that first clueless girl, and ask, "May I try the Shiraz?" she proceeds to pour and pour until I stop her and say, I just wanted a 3-ounce. Then she says, in a very patronizing way, "we usually only pour 6 ounces." Really? Have you read the menu? Isn't that required before your first day of work? I proceed to try and explain t when I asked to 'try' the wine, I really wanted to actually taste it, she tried to argue with me so I finally just gave in and said I'd take it. Whatever. Flash forward 10 minutes when I have to flag down yet another waiter to ask for my bill. What a surprise, it's all wrong! The first glass of wine was not what I ordered, and the second, she charged me for the 6 ounces when I had specifically asked for 3. And when I try to point out the errors, again the girl argues with me rather than simply apologize for the mistake. Then the first guy comes over, I explain what happened, even he's confused about what he actually served me, they have a whispered discussion which I'm sure includes some nasty epiteths about me, before she silently slams down a corrected bill. No apology, no thank you, not another word. Hey, I have an idea, to clear up the confusion, how about having ONE server in charge of taking care of the patrons at the bar, like any normal restaurant in the western hemisphere? Here's a hint: don't put someone behind the bar who doesn't know anything about wines. Also, be respectful of all your guests, even if they are not your "regulars." I won't even comment on the food or (way overpriced) wine, but the service here left an awful taste in my mouth. read more

Love this place! Thanks John for the recommendation! Warm, friendly and a great place to unwind at after a hard day at work! Loved the ahi sliders - great match of flavors and texture. I had a glass of the Frank Family chard 18 Dennis had a flight of red blend which includes The Other by Peirano in Lodi 2008, Thomas Cuisine Costers, Spain 2005 and Kamen Writers block Sonoma Valley 2008. 25 Appetizers: Burrata Bruschetta Crostini - 12 Seared Ahi Sliders, Citrus Wasabi Alioli 15 Definitely a MUST visit! read more

I don't really come to this side of the town ( except for villa Roma which is one of my fav if i ever wanted a kickass steak sandwich with chimichuri sauce for like literally free!, or to get some stuff at Zara when the southcoast store wouldnt carry my size!. ) but I came here with a friend few days ago, for one of their wine tasting event, and I wasnt expecting much of this place, except to see few good bottles of wine, and a nice place to sit and drink. But I left very impressed. its owned by this sweet Irish couple, so I would totally trust them with drinks! the owner Darren has the cutest accent when he talks, and i know that is not why you go to a wine bar, but it helps. The place and ambiance reminds of one of those restaurants you see in the movie 'The Trip' with Steve Coogan. Very intimate, about dozen tables, with a bar with lots of wine by the glass in one of those fancy smancy machines that keeps wine fresh. It kind of extends into a full service bar area and restaurant/gastropub. i guess they wanted wine people to be left alone from other alchol drinks. which makes sense! now on to the subject of wine, this particular day we opted for wine tasting, and I was just hoping to get few reds and few whites and get buzzed, but we had like hand selected wines that I never heard of , with so many stories, and the guy who purchases wine, i guess he travels to places and find good wine to purchase, so he had all the little stories of how he found them and the people that make these wines. anyways, I felt l like i was in the sideways movie for a min! All the wines we had were good, the people were well informed, knew their wine. (not reading out of a booklet kind of informed, but like i know my sh*t kind of informed!). I would definitely recommend this place, to anyone that is looking for a quite/low key night out! if you want to luxuriate and want sparkles and glitter, you should really head out to Newport, not to Mission Viejo! I would totally go back! read more

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Great food, great ambiance and great service. Went here on a date night with the wife and it was excellent. Had a great time and the food was excellent and fast. I had the crab cakes and they were very good. Not bready at all, lots of tasty crab meat. The red pepper sauce was amazing as well. Wife had the scallops and they were cooked perfectly. Super fresh and very tasty. Wine selection was great, although they were out of Belle Glos pinot noir sadly. Looking forward to coming back! read more

Love this place! The ambiance is really nice - quiet/classy but fun. Wine selection is superb - food is excellent and the staff/service is great. Favorite dishes: tomato/burrata appetizer, cheese platter with real honey comb, hanger steak, duck over quinoa...oh and any appetizer salad here is really fresh/organic. read more

I paid $21 for a glass of wine, which wasn't that good for the price. I should have looked at the receipt before paying. Maybe they charged for the tasting when the bartender was unable to suggest a comparable wine. The customer shouldn't have to try three separate wines when they give you the names of several well known wines to help with selection. This is not a true wine tasting place. It is a very nice bar that serves wine. Don't expect the bartender to have any sommelier experience or to have any knowledge of wines not on their list. read more

I went here for dinner (which they serve on certain nights) so don't think much of this review if you are going for wine. We had dinner here which was ridiculously over priced. We are talking over $35 a plat for small portions of sub-par tasting food. However, this is not why my party and I hated this place, it was the service! We waited LITERALLY 1 hour and 35 minutes between the time we ordered our food and the time we got it. We never got an apology, the manager never came (even though we asked), and when we would mention it to the server he'd laugh about it as if its normal and continue to the next table. I feel as if there might not have been enough servers because it was packed and very hectic - it was a very stressful evening and because of that we will not re-visit this establishment. Maybe its different if you are just wine tasting. read more

My husband and I are big fans of WineWorks for Everyone and the sister restaurant next door, Dublin 4 Gastropub. I like to get the Wine Flight so that I can try a variety of different wines with my appetizers. We haven't been disappointed in the food or the wines yet. Make a reservation, because it does get busy and there's not much room to stand and wait for a table. read more

WineWorks is truly a culinary oasis in the wasteland that is southern Orange County. Situated next to a Starbucks right next to the freeway, this place would be easy to pass without notice. Oh, what a shame that is, for I wish everyone would know about the magic that is WineWorks. As soon as you step in, you know this place is serious business. The walls are lined with wine bottles floor to ceiling, all of which are of the finest variety. They come in all price ranges as well; and the owner, Mr. Coyle, isn't afraid to help you find something in your budget without pressuring you to go for the more expensive bottles. Once you step into the back and are seated you can't help but be comforted by the intimate and welcoming atmosphere. The staff is first rate. They are kind and knowledgeable, and know all of the regulars on a personal level. They are also known to go above and beyond the call of duty in helping customers. While relaxing in one of their booths the other day, I witnessed the owner's daughter (who is one of the servers and also happens to be stunningly gorgeous) bring out her lap top to help a lady order a book from Amazon that she had been talking about. I am completely in love with the brie fondue. It might just be my absolute favorite thing to eat on this earth. When paired with the right wine, which they will surely help you select, it is truly heavenly. I'm also a big fan of the lamb sliders. As a person who doesn't eat meat very often, I was quite impressed. And if you happen to come on a day when they have their potato soup, make sure you get it. It's rich and creamy (but without being too heavy) and it is perfectly seasoned with just the right amount of pepper. The bottom line is this: WineWorks has the best wine, the best food, the best service, and the best atmosphere that you'll find in Orange County. It is truly a hidden treasure. read more

I've heard about this place but tonight was the first time my friend Mike and I actually walked in. It was a Wednesday night and they had room for us. Luckily, we got there at 8:30 and avoided some of the crowd...this place seems to always be busy! Now I know why!! Sarah was our hostess, and she was the greatest - very knowledgebale, sweet and pretty! The food is delicious and the wine choices are fabulous. Not on the cheap end, but you get what you pay for. 2 bottles of wine, appetizer, entrees and dessert went for over $200. But, the wine and food were 9/10. Wil go there again! read more

AWESOME EVERYTHING!!!! I called a week and a half ago to make reservations because I was so excited for date night with my husband and its a good thing or we wouldn't have gotten a table! When I called the person I spoke with said there was a party coming in at 8:00 at our table. One of the previous reviews complained about feeling rushed out when they were told there was a party waiting but this place is obviously an in-demand spot with limited space and I thought it was considerate and honest of them to let us know. I would be pissed if I made a reservation 2 weeks in advance and couldn't sit down because someone else thought it was rude to turnover the tables in a popular resturant. Anyway, my husband loved right at the start that our waiter recommended a different wine than he ordered. The server brought out two wines for him to taste, one of them being the one he ordered. He ended up getting his original, but appreciated the variety and effort put forth by the server. The food was amazing! My husband is NOT a mushroom-man, but unfortunately for him I made the reservation so I got to choose the apps. We got the spinach-stuffed mushrooms and they were so good my mushroom-hating husband ate 4. I got the chilean sea bass for my entree and hubby got the duck. Both were "lick-the-fork, lick-the-plate" good! Everything was levels above any of the other restaurants we've been to in the area. We got the creme brulee cheesecake for desert and it was on par with what we expected. Everything else was way above what we expected so 5 stars for making our quarterly date night the best one yet!!! read more

This is my favorite place for wine and dinner. I love the service and owner, Darrin. They always make the experience special and they genuinely appreciate my business. The wine selections are terrific and they change them up often enough to expose me to something new. The wait staff is young, fresh and fun. The live entertainment typically has a David Gray flare to it. Very impressive food selection. Most times we just do multiple appetizers, but when I go full menu the lamb is the ticket. This place is small and intimate. A great experience for sure. read more

Great food and wine. Wonderful service. The Brie fondue is amazing. Great for date nights and anniversaries.

Phenomenal food and the wine list is fabulous ! I love how there is so much variety and how helpful the owners are with wine selection !

Great wines, great food! A very nice night out, shared a flatbread pizza appetizer (was good, but not 5star), A very fresh simple green salad and the best pork chop I've ever eaten, finished with a wonderful cheese plate. All paired with fantastic wine by the glass. A very enjoyable night. read more

We took my sister here for her Birthday. It was a spectacular dining experience. The menu is extensive and everything we ordered was stellar! Pork, Duck, Ahi, cheeses, desserts!! Enjoyed a flight of wine-the blends. Prices are up there but a good spot for special occasions. read more

OMG! The food, the wine... it's all amazing. The place is sooo unassuming. I thought it was just a wine shop that sold bottles, could not have been more wrong. If you are a gourmet, a foodie or someone who enjoys a great glass of wine, you have to visit Darren and his wife at Wine Works. Dinner and wine for two might be close to $100, but in my opinion.... so worth it. Happy Hour will be your best bet to give this place a try. you won't regret it. read more

I love WineWorks. Darren and his staff are amazing. In my opinion, you will be hard pressed to find better food in South Orange County. More often than not, I get the Neiman Ranch Pork Chop. I have said it before and I will say it again....it is the best pork chop that I have ever had. Start with anything that has crab in it. Crab cakes, appetizer etc. Make sure you get the brie cheese appetizer as well. It is also really fun working with the folks there on wine pairings. They are spot on and make for a magical experience. Lunch is great as well. The Caesar salad with chicken is amazing. I have also had the roasted turkey panini. This comes with a cranberry horseradish sauce that is sweet with that little tang to it. What are you waiting for? You have to hit this one. Just save me a seat! : ) Let me know how you like it. Dwight read more

You walk in the door a little ticked-off. Why? Strong contender for worst parking experience in all of South Orange County. No where to wait when your table isn't ready except outside with the smokers. Don't have a reservation? Hahaha! But surprise, the parking and the smokers and going to a great dinner in what (from the outside) feels like a minimart is all worth it. The food is amaze balls. The service is friendly and fast. The place is a find. read more

Everything here is 5 star. Pricey but very good! The service is also excellent. They often have a live solo musician in the evening. Be prepared to pay valet- cash only. read more

This is one of my new favorite spots. Everything was heavenly. The food, the wine, the service, the comfy chair I sat in. The happy hour is outstanding. Some of my favorites, the brie fondue and brussel sprouts. Will be coming back often! read more

I found out about this place through friends and checking it out on Yelp. Holy smokes! What a great find!! For those of you that would like great food, an intimate setting without being pretentious, and a solid dining experience, look no further than WineWorks. The menu is solid and not loaded with too many entrees where the kitchen would be overwhelmed with the latest food fad. For those of you that order a martini or cocktail before dinner (like me) and a glass or two of wine with dinner, you'll have to settle for a bottle of wine at WineWorks. They don't have a full bar, but the wine list is more than adequate. I ordered the Pekin Duck, and it was the best duck entree that I have had since visiting a couple of top-notch restaurants in Prague a couple of years ago. I also had the Caesars salad which was prepared in a more traditional way....without the goopy caesar's dressing but oil and parmesan. That being said, I would have done without the diced tomatoes in a caesar salad. My wife ordered the salmon entree, and it was excellent. Not overcooked, adequately seasoned, and very good. The service was very good. Attentive without being overly intrusive, and she was quite knowledgeable of the menu: starters, entrees, and desserts. My only complaint would be that they don't serve coffee, of any kind, at the restaurant. I usually order a cappuccino after a good meal, and they couldn't accommodate my request due to their lease...Starbucks is next door. Go figure. I would give WineWorks 4.5 stars if they had coffee service. I wouldn't give it 5 stars because I reserve that rating for restaurants that are truly over the top. That being said, WineWorks is no slouch of a restaurant. A menu that will have something for everyone, good service, and very good wines., not to mention a small business with local ownership. Can't go wrong with that! read more

This place is so amazing. Went here on a recommendation from a close colleague and discovered that this this place was amazing! The wine selection was very good and the food was equally just as good. Service was top notch. I recommend anyone who likes wine and good music to go here but get there early as it tends to be very crowded and parking is very limited. read more

I met a friend here and had a delicious bottle of Heller wine! The food is delicious and the atmosphere is quaint, sophisticated and yet fun. I love the fact that it is right off the freeway and easy to get to. Parking is a little tight and it can get packed, but it is so worth it! I'm getting hungry yelping about this one!! read more

The food, wine and service here is great. The baked Brie is amazing as well as the Brussels sprouts. Make a reservation, this place is popular. read more

If I wasn't so strict on 5 stars this would be one. I'd give it a 4.5! reasons listed below. So I took my girlfriend here for that day romans or something created so that in centuries later we would spend money on our loved ones to let em know we care. I thought it was a good candidate after reading tons of restaurants reviews here on YeLP! and my reservation was set. Ambient, the atmosphere was amazing. I loved it. the standing bass player was strummin away playing requested tunes and interacting with all in the restaurant. A Classy and sophisticated Vibe filled the air and we were the youngest there, it seems this place is out of the senses to younger folk at the moment. Very hidden strangely. I ordered the lamb sliders and the Sea Salmon which was unfortunately out. the place was packed, i mean it was valentines day. So we ordered a few other dishes which were all phenomenal. I loved every bite, and each one had a certain ring of peculiar tastes that would blend and stimulate the pallet. Gourmet all the way, Give the place a try even if you don't drink wine. The only problem the whole night was that they put her name wrong on the reservation which made an interesting conversation piece. read more