Photo Courtesy of Altisima Winery. It also beguiles with rolling hills reminiscent of parts of Tuscany, and a warm, welcoming vibe synonymous with California living. While generally known for wine, Temecula Valley is emerging as an exciting culinary destination, with many restaurants tucked among the vines at the wineries themselves. They come dressed in a range of flavor options, including bacon-parm, cajun, truffle, gorgonzola, and au natural, and are accompanied by a selection of house-made sauces.
Made with a blend of ribeye and brisket, and topped with all of the fixings, including caramelized onions, bacon, and house-made sauce, it will have you licking your wrists and wishing they would serve these at late-night drive throughs after a day of wine tasting.
Close your eyes and you are in Barcelona at this Spanish-themed winery restaurant. Insider Tip: Bolero Restaurante offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week, not to mention a lavish prix fixe weekend brunch with pastries, cheese and charcuterie, shellfish, and a pancake and Spanish toast station among other culinary delights. Sip expertly crafted wines made from wunderkind winemaker Oliva Bue and dig into brick oven pizzas, sandwiches, salads, antipasto plates, and more at this casual yet dreamy terrace restaurant.
With a full belly, head to the bocce court to work off your lunch over some healthy competition. Insider Tip: Owner Robert Renzoni originally hails from Buffalo so be sure to kick off your meal with an order of the Buffalo wings, which he swears are just like the real thing. Insider Tip: Wine not your thing? Avensole also offers a selection of craft beer and cocktails to sip while you dine.
We love the happening vibe at this well-known Temecula Valley hotspot, tucked among the vines along Rancho California Road. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Relax in the dazzling tasting room or out on the welcoming patio while you nosh on tasty creations like rice and herb-stuffed dolma, mezze platters, award-winning Persian tacos, and tasty sandwiches. Nestled in a lush garden courtyard setting, the Restaurant at Ponte Winery offers al fresco Wine Country dining at its finest.
