Oak Mountain Winery

We had a great time at Oak mountain winery. We went for my friend's 30th bday. We did a tour of the winery and caves, and Judy was an amazing host. She was funny, knowledgeable and kept our glasses full. The views great, wine amazing and overall great time! Highly recommend

My husband and I recently visited this winery for our very first wine tasting tour—and to say it exceeded our expectations would be an understatement. We were in need of a little getaway, time to relax, reconnect, and just slow down. This experience gave us all of that and more. Our host, James, made the day unforgettable. He had the perfect balance of knowledge, humor, and storytelling that made the tour not only informative but truly enjoyable. We learned so much about the history of the winery, the winemaking process, and each individual wine we tasted—all while laughing, soaking in the beauty of the vineyard, and just being present. There’s something really special about being guided by someone who genuinely loves what they do, and James’s passion shined through in every moment. We left not just with some incredible bottles of wine, but with such full hearts. This experience reminded us to slow down and savor life—one sip at a time. Highly, highly recommend this place. We’ll definitely be back especially because we’re members now ;) see you soon James!!

The food lacked flavor, but the environment was nice. The service was slow but expected. The wine was nice. The avocado on the poke looked like it had been sitting out then they just mixed and reused. There were obviously brown spots on the avocado and lacked seasoning and flavor. Nice presentation, small serving.

So I know I am supposed to review the wine ( which are fabulous) but I have to mention the food and the staff for this review. Our servers Elliot, McKenna, and Mat where amazing! They were very knowledgeable, lively and made us feel at home. *quick note* they do not do tours of the cave on Tuesday. The food was top notch!! They have added some items to the menu which you MUST TRY! The poke was very tasty. I never had whipped feta before and now I am upset that I never had! The chicken tacos must have been slow cooked with love bc it was tender and juicy. Loved the empenada's but the crèmbrùlèè? WOW!! I forgot to mention the wine!! They have an amazing selection that everyone can enjoy. You can chill in the cave, main dining area or go outside on the patio or play cornhole and connect four. You won't be disappointed here. Guarunteed!!

Oak Mountain Winery delivers a wide variety of wine and now spirits with its new distillery addition. The cave tour with Judy was wonderful. She was fun and knowledgeable showing us all over the property. There is plenty of parking most day. Saturday being the busiest day. January seems to be less busy with plenty of seating at the cave cafe and patio area. There’s also live music on weekends. The wine is delicious by the way. Thanks!!

Easy to find and parking was simple. The view was amazing and the layout was nice and simple. We did get lost a bit, but basically The Cave is a member only bar on the weekends? The guest area was on the far right and had a great view on the balcony. The tour was available, but after sitting here and enjoying the view we decided it was well worth buying a bottle and enjoying the peaceful environment. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating, and I felt that member or not, we were treated well and they answered all our questions. The bottle we ordered was the Sparkling Peach and it was delicious! I would definitely come back again.

WOW—what an incredible experience!! The food was absolutely delicious, the vibe was phenomenal, and the whole night was just unforgettable! I left feeling so refreshed—I just want to break the routine, enjoy some music, laugh, and LIVE a little. I’m definitely bringing friends next time who need a little escape. This place was IT!! YES, 100% doing this again!

The cave restaurant: What a great place. The Valet parking attendant was courteous and professional to start. We had reservations and what a nice place. Tana "Like Banana" was our server extraordinare and was professional, attentive and kind. We started with bread butter and drinks. We opted for Margaritas versus wine. I know but those winery has cocktails, beer and wine. The ambiance is spectacular with each table surrounded by beautiful oak crafted wine barrels. We had lunch with my wife having a grilled chicken salad and I had the short rib. Excellent food, service and people. Highly recommended

I visited oak mountain winery and did the cave tour with friends for my birthday. All of us had a great experience. Our tour guide Judy was very welcoming, fun, and informative. We hope to be back!

2025 tasting at Oak Mountain Winery, which is a dog friendly winery. Pleasant staff who explained the wine tasting was $30 for non-members. The cave is unique and has a restaurant at the back of it. You can take a cave tour, book a reservation for best timing, and the tour is also wheelchair accessible. There is a known speakeasy (Prohibition-Style Bar) here called the Distillery which is open Thursday thru Sunday 2pm-9pm T-F and 2pm-6pm Sat and Sun. 2019 Syrah 3/5 Raspberry sparkling 4/5 2023 White Cabernet Sauvignon 4/5 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon 5/5 Peach Mango Sparkling 5/5 Tip: 10% Military/Veteran discount available upon request. Overall great wines and would come back here to enjoy Elliott's great service and the unique cave wine tasting.

Much overdue review but here it is. First and foremost, shout out to Emma our waitress for making her best efforts to make my partner's birthday dinner at the Cave a pleasant one. There were many variables outside of her control but she went above & beyond to make the best experience possible. When we ordered food, our Chimichurri Fries appetizer came out right away and we devoured it right away. It was delectable, just wish it wasn't as skimpy on the tri-tip. For our mains, my girl had the salmon, son had the grilled cheese & fries, & I had the tri tip sandwich. Their food came out in a timely manner, but for some reason my food didn't come out until Emma came back to check on us and realized that I still hadn't received my sandwich. She apologized profusely, I could infer she was genuinely empathetic about the situation and she comped me for my sandwich. At the end of our meal, she brought my girl a birthday dessert with a candle which was also delicious. All in all, even with the mishaps, it was a good experience for a special occasion.

5 Stars FOR SURE!! I am thoroughly impressed with the service, the wine tour, our host, the well-maintained grounds and interior, the cleanliness of the wine area, restaurant, land, restrooms and seating areas. Everything is meticulously cared for and it shows! There is definite pride in their property/winery. The wine tasting tour had generous pours which included whites in the beginning and reds towards the end of the tour, a lovely host and a cute charcuterie board that displayed pecans, a few cheese varieties, pecans, dates and crackers. It was perfect for one person. We also dined here as well and tried the lobster plate and salmon plate. They were both very good I think, but to be honest, I was super tipsy and don't remember much of it. lol I took my mom here for her birthday and we had so much fun. I highly recommend stopping in if you want to go wine tasting.

Very romantic intimate setting. You actually eat hundreds of feet inside of a cave in the side of a mountain at the winery. My wife liked her halibut. My chicken sandwich and chili were ok. Service was slow, which I didn't understand because your server is not the one who brings your food out to you. Your food is brought out by other staff working in the kitchen. Food was brought out quickly, but everything else took a long time (drinks, check).

We toured the winery and cave. Judy was very educational and entertaining. Afterwards we had brunch in the cave. The food was delicious. The staff were wonderful. We really enjoyed the dining experience in the cave

5 stars for Makenna!! (sp). She was amazing in the tasting room. She was a great time and made sure we were having a great time. Very hard to come by this type of service. One of the only wineries we found with a tv option. Food was mediocre. I would pass on the food, but wines and time with Makenna are a YAY!

I can't believe I haven't written a review yet for Oak Mountain! Always a lovely time having lunch with family and friends at The Cave Restaurant. A few weekends ago, we invited a group of our friends to join us for lunch here and to say they enjoyed the entire experience was a vast understatement. The sweet relief of the temperature control restaurant during a blazing hot summer heat was welcome to all. From the time that they sat down and ooh'ed and awe'd at the intimate table set up for us amongst barrels of wine, to admiring the little wine tree with tastings of red and white then indulging in delectable food and dessert, it was nothing short of perfect. What we had: A few of us had ordered the chimichurri fries which were a big hit: Seasoned fries, grilled tri-tip, chimichurri, cilantro and queso fresco. Yum. Oak Mountain Charcuterie: An assortment of artisan cheese, meats, fig jam, fruits and nuts. Always a crowd pleaser. Cave Burger: Beef & Brisket Patty, lettuce, tomato, carmelized onions, bacon, garlic aioli and cheese on a brioche bun: we had ordered it medium well and it was cooked to perfection. Pepperoni Flat Bread: the balance between the sweet of hot honey and pepperoni tickled the taste buds. Seared Ahi and Green Bean Salad: our vegan pal enjoyed this and scarfed it down in record time. Ribeye with a side of lobster: one of our couple friends said how delicious this was and filled the two of them up plenty. Desserts: We ordered all of them to share: The Tiramisu Bread Pudding was my favorite; a warm, hefty slice of bread pudding topped with a tiramisu glaze and vanilla ice cream. Good Lord it was decadent! I shall be getting that again next time. Coconut Creme Brulee: Creme Brulee with toasted coconut flakes...nice and light. Cave Trio: little cups off oreo/coffee and lemon custard mouse. This was tasty Churro Cheesecake: one of the girls absolutely loved this one: cheesecake wrapped in a tortilla, dusted with cinnamon/sugar, topped with vanilla ice cream. We have frequented about 12 wineries in the Temecula area and Oak Mountain easily lands in our top 3. Thank you so much for the memorable experience! 5 glorious stars.

Really did not have a great experience here!!! It took us forever to get help and food took very long ! The food came out cold and it was a disappointment. We tried some wines and it was decent. I ordered the fried chicken sandwich and it was a 2/5 since it was cold so it messed up the taste. Fortunately, my roy rogers was very good! The cave room is nice but it's very cold inside and more for a date night! I feel the outside seating is live and more beautiful ambiance. I am happy I gave this Winery a try, but I am not sure if I will come back. -Marshay D.

Wanted a summer getaway so my boyfriend and I decided to spend a couple days in Temecula. We arrived on a early Wednesday afternoon and our first stop was Oak Mountain Winery. It was a beautiful winery with mountain and vineyard views. We did the wine tour through Groupon (half off for two) and I am so glad we booked a tour here. James was our tour guide. He was very personable, hilarious, and knows his history on wine and Temecula. I have been on wine tours before and never laughed this hard from our guide (and this was before our first tasting!). The tour included six tastings along with a meat and cheese charcuterie board. They had sage derby cheese which is one of my favorites and the chocolate paired well with the red wine. Towards the end of our wine tour, James offered to take pictures which I was happy because my boyfriend wouldn't have taken pictures if he didn't lol. Overall, JAMES will be the reason why we come back. I definitely would book another tour with him!

We came here yesterday for lunch after tasting at our favorite winery. It was a hot day, so everyone was getting seated inside. Super cute set up with walls of barrels used to divide each of the tables. The coolness of the cave was definitely nice. There was a live musician or music playing and the cave carried the acoustics. We had to leave headphones on our son because he did not like the loud music. It took a while for our waiter to get to us and a while for the food, make sure to give it time. I think it was about 15-20 min each. We ended up ordering the fried chicken and cave burger with chimchurri fries. Food overall was good. It was a neat experience to eat in a cave. But may not be good for kiddos who are sensitive to louder sounds.

Perched on a sunlit Temecula hillside, Oak Mountain Winery offers more than sweeping vineyard views--it delivers a polished wine-and-dine experience that feels both welcoming and quietly refined. The winery's cave restaurant strikes a balance between rustic charm and comfort: barrels form intimate alcoves for conversation, while attentive staff--Judy guiding tastings, Tana delivering dishes with practiced ease--keep service personal yet unhurried. Prices land in the $18 to $140 range, with portions generous enough to satisfy after a day of wine touring. On the plate Calamari steak strips arrive golden and tender, their meaty bite complemented by roasted chili and red bell peppers. Three dipping sauces--spicy, sweet, and creamy--invite alternating tastes without masking the seafood's clean flavor. 14 oz rib-eye (well-done) is juicy despite the doneness, paired with silky mashed potatoes and a summer vegetable medley. Peppers, mushrooms, broccolini, and purple onions keep a fresh crunch, adding color and balance. Cave Trio dessert--lemon, coffee, and Oreo mousses--shows off a whipped, velvety texture and assertive flavors. Served in parfait form, each portion is ample enough to share, though you'll want every spoonful yourself. Service & pacing Wine flights and dishes flow at a leisurely pace, matching the property's slow-living ethos. Staff handle member perks, dietary needs, and wine pairing suggestions with ease. Where it excels Well-prepared classics executed with care, generous hospitality, and a singular cave setting. Bottom line: A scenic, unpretentious destination where wine and food both shine. Best enjoyed on a sunny afternoon, ideally with a membership in your pocket.

We did the wine/cave tour for my friends 30th birthday. Judy our guide tour did such a great job hosting us. She was so funny, knowledgeable and kept our glasses full. We loved her and will be back to see her!

We returned to Oak Mountain Winery with friends last night. This time we had the pleasure of having dinner at the caves. What a great experience! I forgot to take pictures of our meal because we were having such a nice time. I had the linguini with poblano sauce and it was delicious! Everyone in our party wiped their plates clean. A couple of people in our group had the red wine flights, a couple had sangrias, and I opted for the white wine. Everything was very perfect. Our server did a great job. The best part was the experience of dining in the cave. Thanks to the wine barrels dividing the tables it felt very private. This would be a great place for a romantic dinner or a special occasion!

I came here with a bunch of friends on a Groupon voucher for the cave tour and tasting. Finding the spot, getting parking, and checking in were all a breeze. We were greeted with a glass of their brut, which I thought was really refreshing and slightly sweet. I made a note to buy a bottle at the end. The tour itself was really fun. All the little tables in the cave were very cute, and it made me want to come for a meal another time. Our wine tasting in the private room was a nice touch as well. Although we all liked the wines we tried, the sage cheese was the highlight of the experience, and this is something that I need to buy ASAP. After we were done, we headed down to the vines to take some pictures and then went to the distillery to try some cocktails. It was a beautiful afternoon out that I recommend to everyone.

I had purchased a Groupon for someone for Christmas and we decided to go out on a Saturday and make an afternoon of it. The tour was nice and there is a lot of history to learn about the winery. The space itself it beautiful, great views of the surrounding area and tons of seating outside. There are a few spaces from a members space (which is perfect for parties), outdoor seating with a sort of pop up mobile wine/beer truck, inside wine tasting, restaurant, and even a speakeasy of sorts. The coolest part we felt was the cave. There is some seating inside for dining in between the wine barrels and it is nice and cool and just an overall cool experience and space. We received a wine taste of choice upon arrival (sparkling pineapple coconut was my favorite) and from there had reserved seating with a mountain view where we got some history and white wine tastings. We then moved into the cave for a brief history and tour to a private dining room where we were greeted with a small bites plate (fruit, chocolate, cheese, and meat) and red wine tastings. Our guide was very nice. The tour was about 10 people so it was small and perfect. It was quite bust for a random Saturday in May. We bought a bottle of wine which fell through the paper bag on the way out to the car. They gave us 20% off another bottle and placed in a better bag (which I feel sturdier bags should be used to begin with). Overall we had a nice time and would like to go back to try the food and speakeasy. They have a complimentary valet but there was plenty of parking so I don't really think there is a need to valet.

YELP SHORT ANSWER: Yes, go for the experience not necessarily the wine. LOCATION: Easy to find in Temecula which is So Cal close to everything. FACILITY: Nice and expanding. This is a popular location to visit for tours and the constant buildout shows owners care. Outdoor space is shaping up to be incredible. MENU: While we did not eat, the menu looks good. We thought there would be a bit more food on our tour, if we did it again we'd plan a meal in the restaurant before or after the tour. They should give some incentive to dine connected to the meal. FOOD PREP: Looked good. FOOD QUALITY: Have to assume it is good, did not see any unhappy customers. LIBATIONS: Wine, lots of wine on our tour. As I try not to drink I did my best and did not see spitting options. To be honest none of the wines seemed special but for what it is and where it is they were fine and this is not an easy business. We did not come there to experience finding the best wine, we came for the experience and were not disappointed one bit. WAITSTAFF: Wow, our tour host was incredible, she was entertaining and informed even when she was soft selling. I lived near the Napa giants and have visited some of Europes best so not fair to compare and I do not think they are saying otherwise. It was nice not to find the stuck up wine snobs here. OVERALL VALUE: Excellent, where can you visit where everyone is happy? Yes we all enjoyed some wine and laughs and met some super nice people. TIP: Do the Tour, I believe there is a Groupon deal at times that makes it about $50 per person, well worth it. Plan a meal but you need to make reservations for both. Give them a call for Bed and Breakfast and neighboring vineyards to visit, they are ever helpful. We will return.

We had an amazing time! James was a fantastic tour guide and made the experience unforgettable!

Ambiance is great- each table has privacy as they are separated by wine barrels. Service was excellent. The food however just didn't hit the mark. We ordered short rib which should fall apart. We couldn't even cut through it with a knife. Very tough and my husband didn't even eat half of it. I decided to split that with him as I wanted the same thing and I'm so glad I didn't order one for myself. My son ordered the burger which he said was very greasy. He only ate half of his as well. Brussels sprouts and Calamari were both amazing (my daughter's order that we shared as a table). Wine was good as well. I had a glass of Cabernet and enjoyed it. My husband had a beer and the kids had sodas. The menu looked amazing but the chefs execution fell short. We may be back to try other entrees like the fish options because the service and ambiance are great. But we won't be ordering short rib or the burger again for sure.

What a mixed experience. The winery is beautiful. You would never expect it when entering the grounds, but once you park and get to the wine tasting room and the cave, it's truly special. The ambiance is incredible. You just don't want to leave. 5/5. And then the service is really good too. Even though there are many customers and the bartenders have to run around from one to another and keep track, they still keep coming back to you. And in our case, they gave many more than our allocation for wine tasting. 5/5. Now for the bad part. Their red wines (which is what we drank) were just bad. Really bad. Their reds are the opposite of Bordeaux. Very dry and even astringent. Like an unripe persimmon. We sampled so many wines it was ridiculous, as they really wanted to sell us the membership - and truth be told, we really wanted to buy it - but the wines were just so bad. The reds tasted like $4 wines at Winco. Smokey and astringent. All of them. 1/5. They got sold recently and have a new winemaker. He used to work at the Hotel Coronado. Maybe he should have stayed there. I'm not sure what wine making qualifications he has. I've not had wines this bad at any winery I've ever been to. However, having said all this, we WILL be coming back. We want to do wine cave tours and also eat dinner at the thoroughly enchanting restaurant inside the wine cave. The ambiance will probably bring us back several times. But the wines? Well, we'll drink them under duress, as a form of paying rent while we're there.

Best winery hands down! From the ambience, people and wine this place has it all!! I have been a member for almost a year now. Elliot aka Elote has always been very attentive. As soon as i open the door he already has my name on and a glass ready. He makes it feel like home. A place familiar that you always want to come back to. When friends visit i always recommend this winery and they all want to keep coming back. I'm a forever member.

Seen the Shrek 2 screening event on Instagram, and knew I had to come. There were tables set up on the lawn and you could set your blankets down for the screening. It was a cozy winery located deep in wine country Temecula. We brought outside food and got drinks from their speakeasy. $27 for a piña colada and $27 for a whiskey sour "swamp water" *prices subject to change*. Which I felt was excessive. The bartender had to ask someone else verbatim "I don't even know how to charge this". Movie started an hour later than advertised. But Shrek 2 is life. I forgot to add that the whole time we were there nobody came to check on us or offer drinks.

My bf and I dined here back in February during valentines' weekend. The restaurant side was fully booked so my bf booked our dinner here instead. IT was a bit confusing to book for dinner because online it seems like menu is different and the hours are different, but, we learned that this Oak Mountain Winery is also a full restaurant just like the other one but, I love it so much more because it is actually situated inside the cave. So, you end up dining in between drums of wine! Our waiter told us that this was the concept during Covid, where they started putting in dining table in between each section of the drums of wine (not sure if I call them correctly) and that just took off so they continued it. We didn't have enough time for a tour there but I would definitely come back for the food and the tour next time! Staff was incredible also!!

The location and experience are worth a visit. We came on a Saturday for lunch. I usually prefer outdoor seating but it was warm and the available tables didn't have shade. I was pleasantly surprised by the indoor dining area. We walked past the tasting/shop area which is loud, and into the barreled dining area. Such a wonderful setup! We opted for a glass of rose, whipped feta hummus, poke, shrimp tacos, and coconut crème brûlée. The wine is average (we had sampled a white at the festival too), and nothing memorable. The hummus and shrimp tacos were tasty and flavorful. The poke needed acid and salt. The crème brûlée had a good flavor but was not smooth. Service was friendly. Worth a visit! (Note: we kept hearing loud thuds, not sure if barrels were falling!)

My husband and I recently visited this winery for our very first wine tasting tour--and to say it exceeded our expectations would be an understatement. We were in need of a little getaway, time to relax, reconnect, and just slow down. This experience gave us all of that and more. Our host, James, made the day unforgettable. He had the perfect balance of knowledge, humor, and storytelling that made the tour not only informative but truly enjoyable. We learned so much about the history of the winery, the winemaking process, and each individual wine we tasted--all while laughing, soaking in the beauty of the vineyard, and just being present. There's something really special about being guided by someone who genuinely loves what they do, and James's passion shined through in every moment. We left not just with some incredible bottles of wine, but with such full hearts. This experience reminded us to slow down and savor life--one sip at a time. Highly, highly recommend this place. We'll definitely be back especially because we're members now ;) see you soon James!!

Got the red wine flight, charcuterie, whipped feta, and tri-tip sandwich. Everything was great, just wish the charcuterie came with more crackers or bread. It was cool sitting inside the wine cave. Wish the distillery hours were better, we came on a day that it was closed.

Wow wow wow let me start off This place is beautiful Food was delicious our server Elijah he was so happy and knowledgeable let me assure you the service here was outstanding!!! We are visiting from Beautiful Scottsdale Arizona and I can not express how grateful I am that we found this winery the grounds are breathtaking

My wife recently signed us up for their wine club membership, so we decided to invite friends here to celebrate her birthday with a tasting and lunch at their restaurant. All of the staff here were very friendly and accommodating. The winery grounds are set up very nicely with seating and tables with a view of Temecula vineyards. My favorite wine was the Pinochet, a nice red blend.

First time in the Oak Mountains Winery and it was amazing from the beginning to the end great hospitality and amazing views and great wine tasting and the service was amazing very friendly and great food

We had such a great time at this winery! Our host, James, was amazing--he explained where the wines are made in a way that was easy to follow and added so much humor, which made the experience even better. The cheese board was also delicious and paired perfectly with the wine. Highly recommend!

The wife and I came here for a date night. We decided to try the interior "Cave" restaurant. The inside looks like you are in a cave, and the tables are separated by wine barrels, so you it appears as if you have your own little area. It is cold in there, so bring a light jacket. The food was good and the service was great. The ambiance in itself was amazing (inside and out). Check it out when you get a chance.

Great service, not too crowded, wine was great. Food was actually even better - lots of great options. We got the whipped feta and prosciutto sandwich and both were outstanding.

Don't come here with a bus or limo. Poor design for accommodating bigger vehicles. Also owner and employees kick out the bus that are bringing in people. I guess they think a car or suv is more important with 2-8 people than 30-60 people.

Great tasting wine and location. Do yourself a favor and visit this lovely place in Temecula, Ca. The service is unmatched. The staff truly cares about your experience at Oak Mountain Winery. The wine tasting and the tour of the Cave. The food is absolutely amazing. The location is amazing. The view and food. Sample great red wine and white wines. The food we tasted melted in our mouths. Absolutely the one the best wine country and resort. Highly recommend!

Rating is based on food service and not on tasting service we received. Elliott was excellent in helping us choose the best wine for our pallet. We had 12:20 lunch reservations & food was not served until hours later! Could definitely use some brushing up on customer service. Water nor wine was refilled-very disappointed with service. Aside from service ambience was nice but you could only enjoy so-much time in a darn cave. Would revisit for wine taste but definitely not for food service

Ohhhhh my goddddd what a sweet lil time! Definitely take a wine tasting or spend an afternoon here!! If you do a tasting, ask for Judy! She's so fun, knowledgeable, and friendly. The wine and the cellars are incredible. The tasting comes with a personal lil charcuterie board too. They have such an awesome outdoor space for you to enjoy the views and sip some wine. They have live music, games, and their food is yums! Spending a breezy sunny afternoon here is an absolute d r e a m.

We have been visiting Oak Mountain-The Cave Winery for several years now. As far as we know, there may have been at least one ownership change. On this visit, Depending on what was offered, several facets were "judged." Overall, three and one-half of five stars were earned. Here's a breakdown from our last visit (third week of August, three palates). Ambiance: outdoor dining area, wine tasting room and grotto fermenting/food service hall: [3 of Five Stars]... once it started getting busy, not yet crowded, the wine-tasting room was getting pretty small. Other areas were staying afloat... Service: the wine-tasting room, aforementioned with regard to afternoon customer traffic, needs help: the wine tasting staffers were running... not conducive to the poetry of sipping wine. Grotto and outdoor service areas are accommodating - the servers are personable and efficient. [3.5 of Five Stars] Food: three entries, lobster, Chilean sea bass and the Ribeye Turf and surf (shrimp). All seafood was deliciously prepared. Ribeye was ordered medium-rare; it was medium-well, medium, or well done, depending on which spot of the thin steak was being consumed. The mashed potatoes - literally a large ice-cream scoop serving, had zero flavor - steps under than hospital mashed potatoes. The pan-seared veggies were adequately edible. Overall OK food as combined with very good wines equals "absolutely fair." [3 of Five Stars] Wines sampled: WHITES: Sueño; White Cabernet Sauvignon; Viognier. REDS: Tempranillo; Merlot; Cabernet Sauvignon: [Five of Five Stars]... we are not sommeliers, all tried were super pleasing to the palate. The Sueño white and the Tempranillo red can be sipped without food pairings! It is the VINO that can push this rating to four stars. Regrettably, all other facets require improvement

Went here two nights in a row. The first night was with a larger crowd and they were very accommodating. Outstanding customer service from our Waiter! Second night was just for two, service was still great just had to wait a bit. Food was delicious the first night, steak was seasoned and cooked just right. Second night the pasta was bland could've used more seasoning. Amazing service, hostess helped find my earring that I had lost!

Omg! We had such a great time! Judy was an amazing guide and gave us so many little nuggets about grapes and the process of wine making! We planned on dinner in downtown Temecula but the food at the Cave cafe was sooooooo good we stayed for dinner as well!!! The environment was fabulous spacious seating staff was so friendly and the decor was perfect in every area. Table side fires in the evening were a perfect touch! Definitely going back for paint and sip!

Amazing place with great wine and food. We also bought a few candles that were delightful. The customer service was exceptional, we were served by Makenna. I would highly recommend coming to this winery.

Mixed experience. First We reserved a cave wine tour. When we arrived, It was a total cluster ****, lots of smiling faces but no one had a clue. After 30min of standing there and no one offers us anything, Judy finally showed up. She was fabulous, great experience giving us a tour and wine tasting. purchased some wine. In fact we liked Judy's tour so much we stayed for a romantic dinner in the cave. I was so excited seeing a tomahawk on the menu. Even at $140 I went for it. Asked for it medium, very disappointed, showed up well done and dry. Had a bottle of pinotage which we liked, but tomahawk at $140 left me wanting. Bottom line service was good food not so much. Chef needs more training or find anew gig. Don't think I'll be back. But thanks Judy for being a great hostess/

We decided just to pop in and do a tasting.. they were extremely busy, however, they were able to give us great attention... we ended up, asking for a tasting of something that wasn't necessarily on the tasting menu and we loved it! Two red wines, one was the ads and one was Steve's... The property is a gorgeous here very dog friendly wonderful large restaurant. They've got an outdoor restaurant with Mr. then they have the man-made cave that has these beautiful tables within the oak barrels. We really enjoyed our experience winetasting in the cave .

First time visiting the distillery and it was amazing. The cocktails were fantastic, and unique. The service was unmatched and the bartender took the time to talk to us about their drinks and our preferred cocktails. The food was really good as well. I recommend the tri tip sandwich. We'll definitely be coming back.

JUDY!!!!!!!!! wow Judy really just gave the best winery tour I've ever experienced. She went above and beyond, and actually taught me things. I learned and truly enjoyed. I wish I lived in the area to do this more often with the one and only Judy. We did the Groupon and had a delicious meat and cheese tray with our wines which really made the whole tour amazing. The cave is amazing; cool and enjoyable on this very hot day in Temecula. Thank you again and I hope we are back soon!

Went recently for the first time for lunch. We made a reservation but they had plenty of space and were seated immediately. They are dog friendly and brought water bowls for our dog. Our server was amazing with providing quick service but also offering suggestions of other wines to try based on our preferences. We ordered a charcuterie board and sandwiches which were tasty but pricey as usual. After lunch I went inside to check it out and decided to possibly buy a bottle of wine. However, there was only one person working the bar and when I asked another employee if I could buy a bottle he said I would have to purchase from that bartender. I ended up leaving as I didn't want to wait 15 min just to buy a bottle as there were about 10 people hanging out waiting to order.

We had such a great time! Thank you guys so much for the great service and making my fathers birthday just perfect. We will def be back again. I would def suggest to make reservations since it does get a little busy. Also, complimentary valet. We went around 6:30 and it was perfect weather and beautiful sunset.

Let me say that the speak easy is a lot more friendly and welcoming than the Cave. We were waiting at the Cave for around 20 minutes. We were ignored and a different set of visitors were seated before us. They literally bypassed us at the Cave and asked the people next to us (almost behind us) for service. This had upset me. But once they did attend to us, I was elated that they said I was at the wrong place and I we needed to walk over about 5 feet to the Speakeasy. And thank God because the Speakeasy and the staff were beyond amazing. There was outside seating which it was nice to hear the music. It's lively at this place. Pretty scenes all around. The food and drinks at the speakeasy were great. We will be back. And I'll purposely try the Cave. A pretty good amount of parking but I bet on Saturdays there may be no parking. We arrived here on a Sunday with reservations at the Speakeasy

Elijah the caveman. Was our tour guide? He was very knowledgeable, very friendly and had all the answers to our questions. I truly recommend him. He knows his job. He knows what he's doing, and he does it with the smile. And a good attitude. Here's a reason why we still come for the tours. He made our day very pleasant and remarkable. Thank you, Elijah, for me, perfect day. And a perfect wine experience. Now I know the knowledge of wine tasting well

You're gonna come here for the winery. DO the wine tour. $75 per person as of July'25. WORTH it. Fingers crossed you get JUDY. Then you are gonna be inclined to eat at their restaurant. Sadly it's gonna be a huge mistake. You're gonna pay average of $67 per person (or $202 for 3) for less than mediocre food. AND you will be so disappointed wishing you had gone anywhere better. Other: Vallet is obligatory with optional tip (you pretty much have to) You can walk anywhere on the premises freely. And i mean anywhere don't be shy.