Location: Temecula
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Located about an hour north of San Diego, Temecula is the home of more than 30 wineries, which offer tasting rooms and private tours. Seasonal festivals and vibrant nightlife will keep the fun alive at any time year, or any time of day. Gambling lovers won't want to miss the Pechanga Resort and Casino. If shopping is your thing, take a look at some of the area's exquisite boutiques, or stock up on local olive oils at the Temecula Olive Oil Company.
Restaurants in Temecula
1. The Alpaca Hacienda
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 19 reviews
Discover the wonder of our inquisitive and friendly alpacas! On your tour of The Alpaca Hacienda, you'll experience these captivating animals and their delightful personalities. You'll have the opportunity to hand feed the alpacas a nutritious treat. This is a great opportunity for photos and selfies! You will sit down for an entertaining slideshow to learn about alpacas and some of the quirky, interesting things they do. We will give you time to shop in our ranch store where you'll find many items made from luxurious alpaca fleece such as hats, scarves, and gloves, as well as toys and alpaca-themed items. Plan on an hour to an hour and a half for the tour. All tours are by appointment.
Reviewed By O2639QIjudyb - Whittier, United States
My husband knows how obsessed I am with these wonderful animals so he surprised me on our 32nd anniversary with a visit. Julie was so nice and informative. It was about 105 degrees and Julie took extra care that I didn’t get overheated. I wasn’t scared feeding them (they don’t bite). Julie took some great photos. I’d love to go again, albeit when the weather cools down.
2. Lake Harveston Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By DaveC2012
Found this place while staying in Temecula looking for somewhere to hike/walk. This is a great place for that as they have a wide concrete path all the way around the lake. One lap is about .8 miles and not only is there a beautiful view there are also restrooms and many benches if you need a break. Free parking and easy access via the surrounding streets. Probably the best place in Temecula for this type of activity.
3. Hart Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 155 reviews
Founded in 1980, family owned and operated Hart Winery is one of Temecula Valley's oldest wineries, and produces boutique wines of exceptional quality. Nestled on the western edge of the Temecula Valley, Hart Winery capitalizes on the soil and climate at 1,500 feet above sea level to produce premium estate grown Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc, Roussanne, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Tempranillo.
Reviewed By Bmblack11
Hart Winery was great! My husband and I have been trying to find a winery in Temecula that we enjoy the ambiance and will revisit. Our last time visiting, we found Hart. After a really crappy experience at Churon, we drove up through the prettiest vineyard and were told we could find a table. Instantly I knew I would like it, they played some 70s and 80s music and I noticed they offered a discount for military. So kind! The wine tasting was fairly priced and the wine was perfect. Each one was unique to the grape and the Hart's put in enough care to explain the grapes used and where they were from in Tememcula if they weren't from their own Estate. We were allowed to bring in our own snacks, which I thought was really something! Most places force you to buy what they are selling. We stayed for a couple hours and the guy who served us was so kind and helpful! We will be coming back and I will recommend this winery to all of my family and friends.
4. Old Town Temecula
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,884 reviews
Reviewed By BaldEagleMorrow
Old Town Temecula is a wonderful experience of the 1800's So Cal architectural tradition, bumped into the 21st century. Restaurants as well as clothing, gift & antique stores present themselves as you navigate our boardwalk on either side of the street....plus varied music from the street lamps enlighten your exploration... Try it... you'll like it....
5. Ponte Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 415 reviews
OPEN FOR CURBSIDE PICK-UP ONLY. Located in the heart of Temecula Wine Country, Ponte Winery sits on nearly 300 acres of vineyards. The winery offers guests a relaxing “Day in the Country” experience, with its spacious rustic-style tasting room, al fresco dining and elegant Italian gardens. Visitors can enjoy tours of the winemaking process, participate in special events like the Annual Grape Stomp Festival, or work with the winery’s event planners to create an exceptional wine country wedding or other group event. The Tasting Room is open Wednesday through Sunday, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tastings include 6 pours, and are $20 per person Wednesday – Friday, and $25 per person Saturdays, Sundays & Holidays. Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Guests arriving in a Limo or Bus must have a confirmed Limo Reservation to enter the winery between 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Reviewed By rustied - Portland, United States
My brother and his wife took my partner and me here for my birthday. Visiting sunny California is what this vineyard is all about. The service was excellent! The white wine I ordered was a sweet nectar from the gods themselves. It paired excellently with my food, which was the sea, a pasta dish with tons of seafood in a light cream sauce. Delicious! In fact the burger my partner had did not last long on his plate! Everything was great. We told the waitress that it was my birthday and my sister in law's and they brought out a really nice dish of ice cream covered in carmel sauce and shaved chocolate. It was all so very great!
6. Wiens Family Cellars - Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 332 reviews
Wiens Family Cellars is a Temecula winery located 7 miles East of the 15 on Rancho California Road in Temecula, Southern California. Wiens is especially known for their quality red wines, "Big Reds". When planning your trip to the Temecula wineries make sure to visit Wiens for a tour, wine tasting, and a picnic on our patio.
Reviewed By Smittyapolis - Tustin, United States
This is hidden gem down the road away from the more "commercial" wineries. I brought my dad here for his birthday and both we walked away having thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The reds, as it advertises, are truly exceptional - bold, linear, lots of rich fruit flavors. But the whites are quite delightful - very well-rounded with a variety of floral, fruity and creamy notes depending on your selection. This place is more intimate and you can enjoy a more in-depth conversation with your server, as opposed to some other place that will take your tickets and get you in-and-out. Wiens is fantastic, don't pass it by.
7. Cougar Vineyard & Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 156 reviews
We specialize in 100% Estate Italian varietals. All our wines are produced at the winery. We currently farm approximately 17 family acres. Join us next time you go to Temecula wine tasting for some of the best selection of Italian varietals around.
Reviewed By cgb56 - Houston, United States
Really enjoyed our visit and tasting of some wonderful Italian wines. Susan was very knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommend and will definitely return!
8. Wilson Creek Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 862 reviews
Wilson Creek Winery is warm and friendly, comfortable yet exhilarating, simple yet elegant, all inspirations from the Estate wines, vineyards and Mount Palomar in the distance. The Wilson family all join together to make your wine country experience an enjoyable one, one that you will remember! Home of the famous "Almond Sparkling Wine", Wilson Creek offers world-class wines, corporate event facilities, beautiful wedding venues, fun tasting room, wine club and Creekside Grille for vineyard view dining. Be sure to say “Hello” to one of the Wilson family, as they are always around the winery!
Reviewed By lma55806 - Duluth, United States
We really enjoyed our stop here, staff was awesome and super friendly, great wine, very nice facility and grounds,we especially liked the flavored sparkling wines and actually ordered some for the holidays once we got home,
9. Leoness Cellars
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 482 reviews
Reviewed By tammieh2014 - Dresser, United States
This was our third time visiting Leoness Cellars. The first time back in 2018 I became a member, and have enjoyed getting their wines shipped to my home every quarter! For this “girls weekend” visit, we arranged a private tasting. Our private host was Jamison, ably assisted and “shadowed” by Sarina. Wow — we learned so much and tasted so many great wines! Jamison really knows his stuff and told us many interesting facts about wine, the history of the wine industry in Temecula, etc. I really enjoyed every single wine we tasted, and the four of us ended up buying a case! The views are the best in Temecula also, so after our private tasting, we enjoyed a glass of wine, really wonderful Brussels sprouts, and the truffle oil fries out on the member’s terrace. Can’t wait to go back next year!
10. Peltzer Farms
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 66 reviews
THE PUMPKIN FARM IS OPEN FROM 9AM TO 8PM DAILY THROUGH OCT 31ST. Peltzer Farms offers fall pumpkin patch family fun at a real farm. Featuring pony rides, train rides, petting farm, free pig races, john deere tractor collection, birthday parties, school tours, and much more. No admission price! Open Sun, Sept 24 - Tues, Oct 31 9 am - 8 pm. Check out our website for event times. An inexpensive family outing with some real farm fun. Peltzer Farms is the only authentic country wedding venue in all of Temecula Wine Country. We offer full event services for events of all types all year. Give us a call for more information.
Reviewed By carebear9577 - Jurupa Valley, United States
Great winery with a cute farmhouse vibe. They always have lots of fun events going on so check their website before visiting. Wines are good and the wine club membership is reasonable. When you purchase a tasting you get an amazing array of breads to go with each wine! I would definitely recommend!
