The Restaurant at Ponte

4.7

3718 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 12, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Great for outdoor dining
Charming
Great for fine wines

Recognized by OpenTable as one of the top 50 restaurants in the US for outdoor dining, The Restaurant prepares wine country cuisine in a casual outdoor atmosphere. We are leading the way toward a community of wineries and restaurants dedicated to promoting local, sustainable farmers and ranchers. Our dishes feature top quality seasonal and regional ingredients prepared in our kitchen and enhanced when paired with our wines. The Restaurant is open for lunch Wednesday - Sunday 11am to 4pm and dinner from 4pm to 7pm. The maximum party we book a reservation for is up to 8 guests. Walk ins are welcome and will be placed on a wait list based on availability. The Restaurant is open in inclement weather and when it rains. Heaters are available in the winter, and misters and fans are on in the summer. We allow trained service animals only, sorry no pets.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Wed–Sun 11:00 am–7:00 pm
Phone number
(951) 252-1770
Website
http://www.pontewinery.com/restaurant-2
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Amin Boubaddi
Catering
Please visit our website at pontewinery.com for our private event space. Contact our special events department for more information at 951.694.8855 extension 3.
Private party facilities
The maximum party for the Restaurant reserves is up to 8 guests. Please contact our Special Events department for information on large party celebrations, rehearsal dinners, corporate events and weddings for catering menu options and private space availability. Sales office closed Monday & Tuesday, open Wednesday-Saturday 9-5, and Sunday 10-5.

Location
35053 Rancho California Rd, Temecula, CA 92591
Neighborhood
Temecula
Cross street
Anza
Parking details
On Saturday & Sunday only limos and buses require a prior limo reservation to be allowed to enter the winery between 10am-12pm. To make a reservation, please go to PLAN A VISIT at www.pontewinery.com or call us at (951) 694-8855. Limos and buses without a limo reservation arriving after 12pm on Saturdays and Sundays will not be admitted. Thank you
Entertainment
Live music is always on the menu Friday and Saturday evenings beginning at 6pm. Please visit our website at pontewinery.com/restaurant to view our live music calendar.
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 3,718 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Diego
Californian
Temecula / Wine County
Best Overall
Temecula / Wine County
Best Food
Temecula / Wine County
Best Service
Temecula / Wine County
Best Ambiance
Temecula / Wine County
Best Value
Temecula / Wine County
Great for fine wines
Temecula / Wine County
Great for outdoor dining
Temecula / Wine County
Romantic
Temecula / Wine County
Great for scenic views
Temecula / Wine County
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Restaurant at Ponte offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing" atmosphere and "excellent" food. Guests enjoy the scenic vineyard views and attentive service. Signature dishes like the brussels sprouts starter and seafood pasta receive praise. While some diners note occasional service lapses, the overall experience is "wonderful" and highly recommended for special occasions.

3,718 Reviews

J
Jeffrey
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great service and food but the overhead heaters were not all working....it was cold by the end of our meal!
Is this helpful?
E
Erika
Los Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant for a fun afternoon lunch. The food is amazing! We will definitely be back for more.
Is this helpful?
B
Bob
Orange County
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, service, and ambiance! Also nice to walk the garden.
Is this helpful?
D
Debra
Palm Springs
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant is lovely. The ambiance, service and food are excellent. Ramon was our server and he was very kind and attentive. I highly recommend this restaurant.
Is this helpful?
R
Ravi
Palm Springs
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent Ambience, Service and Food......the best in Temecula!!
Is this helpful?
T
Tracy
Los Angeles
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and accommodating for vegans. Nice ambiance.
Is this helpful?
J
James
Denver
636 reviews
4.0
636 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Yes, among the very best outdoor dining experiences in the country. What it doesn't say is that is the ONLY dining option. Certainly great in daytime and evenings in warmer months but now, at night, the overhead heaters can't keep up for every diner at every table when the temperature is in the 40's. That's why they close relatively early I'm sure. But otherwise great friendly service, amazing (overused word but applicable here) bread service and each course was perfect. Value-for-money is quite good, especially for the region but next time I'll bring a parka.
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Best gluten-free calamari...what a treat. My sparkling wine cocktail was outstanding as was the food. The atmosphere made me feel like I was on vacation. We will return again.
Is this helpful?
R
Robert
Palm Springs
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always make it a point to have lunch at Ponte on every visit to Temecula. Great ambiance, wine is good, and the food is outstanding. Highly recommended-and I don't usually write reviews, but this was worth my time to spread the word.
Is this helpful?
K
Kathleen
Los Angeles
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience! Nice atmosphere, great service and delicious food! All you could ask for!
Is this helpful?

FAQs

The Restaurant at Ponte is rated 4.7 stars by 3718 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 12, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

35053 Rancho California Rd, Temecula, CA 92591

Additional information

Cross street
Anza
Neighborhood
Temecula
Hours of operation
Wed–Sun 11:00 am–7:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
On Saturday & Sunday only limos and buses require a prior limo reservation to be allowed to enter the winery between 10am-12pm. To make a reservation, please go to PLAN A VISIT at www.pontewinery.com or call us at (951) 694-8855. Limos and buses without a limo reservation arriving after 12pm on Saturdays and Sundays will not be admitted. Thank you
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Amin Boubaddi
Entertainment
Live music is always on the menu Friday and Saturday evenings beginning at 6pm. Please visit our website at pontewinery.com/restaurant to view our live music calendar.
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.pontewinery.com/restaurant-2
Phone number
(951) 252-1770
Catering
Please visit our website at pontewinery.com for our private event space. Contact our special events department for more information at 951.694.8855 extension 3.
Private party facilities
The maximum party for the Restaurant reserves is up to 8 guests. Please contact our Special Events department for information on large party celebrations, rehearsal dinners, corporate events and weddings for catering menu options and private space availability. Sales office closed Monday & Tuesday, open Wednesday-Saturday 9-5, and Sunday 10-5.

The Restaurant at Ponte

Make a reservation

Additional information

Popular dishes

Scallops

Filet

Margherita

Menu

What 3,718 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is The Restaurant at Ponte restaurant rated?

Is The Restaurant at Ponte currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information