- Q: What makes Temecula a great destination for romantic dining?
- A: Renowned for its magnificent Temecula Valley Wine Country, with its patchwork hillside vineyards and pristine golf courses, Southern California’s Temecula has plenty of options for romantic wining and dining.
- Q: What else can you explore in Temecula?
- A: Home to an Old Town area, which has beautifully restored and maintained 1800s buildings, antique shops, and museums, Temecula is also home to many restaurants ranging from fine-dining establishments to casual eateries and cozy cafés.
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1. Great Oak Steakhouse
Savor premium steaks, enjoy a romantic fine dining experience.
The Great Oak Steakhouse is a AAA Four Diamond Award-winning restaurant that offers an unforgettable dining experience. The classic steakhouse serves a seasonal menu of market-driven fare prepared with locally sourced produce such as 100% Prime Black Angus beef, fresh seafood, and housemade pasta, and formidable wine list. Boasting a sophisticated dining room with sleek décor in dark hues and soft lighting, the restaurant is perfect for a romantic dinner. Located on Pechanga Parkway, the Great Oak Steakhouse is open for dinner only, Monday through Sunday.
45000 Pechanga Pkwy, Temecula, CA 92592, Phone: 951-770-8507
2. The Goat & Vine
Savor artisan pizzas, enjoy handcrafted dishes in a cozy setting.
The Goat & Vine is a casual eatery on 5th Street in the heart of Temecula that serves lunch and dinner in a cozy, pleasant setting. Tucked away behind a doorway with massive columns with a small patio for alfresco dining, the eatery has shiny metallic ceilings, wood and metal accents, and a workshop-style ambiance. The seasonal menu features delicious dishes prepared with locally sourced ingredients and products like gourmet sandwiches, charcuterie boards of meats and cheeses, wood-fired pizzas and baked pasta, fresh salads, and signature specials. An extensive list of casual wines, craft beers, and brews on tap, and high-end spirits are available to enjoy with the cuisine. The Goat & Vine is open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week.
41923 2nd Street#102, Temecula, CA 92590, Phone: 951-695-5600
3. Baily's Old Town
Enjoy hearty American fare, savor comfort food in a historic atmosphere.
Located on the south end of beautiful Old Town Temecula, Baily's Old Town is a lively restaurant spanning two floors that transforms into a nightclub with two dance floors, and three bars after 9:00 pm. The dining destination offers both casual and fine dining, banquets-style dining, a business-lunch club, and a nightclub. The restaurant serves contemporary New American cuisine accompanied by an extensive bar menu of wines from around the world, craft beers and microbrews, top-shelf spirits, and classic cocktails, and hosts live entertainment on an indoor or outdoor stage on Friday and Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons. Baily’s also offers a champagne buffet brunch every Sunday.
28699 Old Town Front St, Temecula, CA 92590, Phone: 951-676-9567
4. Bouquet Restaurant at Ponte Vineyard Inn
Savor farm-to-table dishes, enjoy romantic vineyard views.
Located at the Ponte Vineyard Inn in the heart of Temecula Wine Country, Bouquet Restaurant at Ponte Vineyard Inn offers a relaxing and romantic ambiance with a charming fountain courtyard, a tranquil pond and breathtaking vineyard views. The restaurant serves a seasonal menu of locally-sourced, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine and fine wines from around the world. Surrounded by 300 acres of mature vineyards and boasting spectacular view, diners can enjoy indoor and outdoor seating options and sip some of the vineyard’s wines with their meals. Bouquet Restaurant is open for breakfast, brunch, and dinner on various days of the week.
35001 Rancho California Road Temecula, CA 92591, Phone: 951-587-6688
5. Carol's Restaurant
Enjoy homestyle comfort food, savor affordable, family-friendly dining options.
Exuding the elegant ambiance of a European castle with soaring ceilings, a formal dining room known as Bacchus Hall featuring a massive floor-to-ceiling fireplace and charming patio seating shaded by Cabernet vines, Carol's Restaurant promises an unforgettable dining experience. The menu features a variety of mouthwatering appetizers, fresh salads gourmet sandwiches, and entrées of fresh fish, prime steaks and chops, and pasta dishes. Baily wines are available by the glass and bottle, as well as wines from surrounding vineyards, along with a wide selection of micro-brewed beers and a local microbrew on tap. Carol’s Restaurant is open for lunch on Thursday through Sunday with live music during Saturday and Sunday lunches.
33440 La Serena Way, Temecula, CA 92591, Phone: 951-676-9463
6. Crush & Brew
Taste local wines, enjoy craft brews and savory dishes.
Based in the center of Old Town Temecula, Crush & Brew® is an artisan restaurant and bar that celebrates the craft brew movement and small winery culture of the Temecula Valley. The casual and cozy eatery features a barrel room-style dining room with sizeable street-front window views of vibrant Old Town Temecula and serves a menu of market-driven cuisine such as appetizers, specialty salads, entrées and unique flatbreads for lunch or dinner. The cuisine is accompanied by 30 rotating beer taps and more than 30 bottles of locally-made wines, as well as handcrafted cocktails and visitors can enjoy live music on the weekends. Crush & Brew® is open for dinner Monday through Sunday and weekend brunch and lunch.
28544 Old Town Front St #103, Temecula, CA 92590, Phone: 951-693-4567
7. Fazeli Cellars
Savor Persian-inspired cuisine, enjoy breathtaking vineyard views with wine pairings.
Nestled along the beautiful De Portola Wine Trail in Temecula Valley wine country, Fazeli Cellars is a state-of-the-art winery that boasts award-winning Moorish architecture, breathtaking natural scenic beauty and the finest selection of boutique wines in the region. Owned and operated by Bizhan “BJ” Fazeli, Fazeli Cellars is home to more than 20 varietals of boutique wines from Cabernet Sauvignon to Sauvignon Blanc that have earned numerous prestigious awards. Wine tasting and fine dining can be enjoyed in a luxurious setting with expensive windows that overlook Temecula’s spectacular valley. The winery also houses an A-rated dining destination known as Baba Joon’s kitchen for lunch and wine pairing.
37320 De Portola Rd, Temecula, CA 92592, Phone: 951-303-3366
8. Francesca's Italian Kitchen
Savor authentic Italian dishes, enjoy a cozy, romantic dining experience.
Francesca's Italian Kitchen is a classic family-owned and operated restaurant that serves authentic Italian and Mediterranean cuisine in a warm and welcoming setting. Offering a unique dining experience, the Italian restaurant serves a menu of classic dishes such as housemade pasta and sauces, wood-fired pizzas with a variety of toppings, prime beef, veal, and chicken dishes, and fresh seafood, along with decadent desserts like tiramisu and panna cotta. The food is paired with an extensive list of drinks, ranging from casual wines from around the world, craft beers and brews on tap, classic cocktails and high-end spirits. Lunch is served on Thursday through Saturday, with dinner served every night of the week. Francesca’s Italian Kitchen also provides cooking classes for visitors to learn how to cook authentic Italian cuisine at home.
31165 Temecula Pkwy, Temecula, CA 92592, Phone: 951-303-3300
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