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The Restaurant at Ponte, Temecula, CA

The Restaurant at Ponte

4.8
4.8
3768 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 38 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
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
  • Neighbourhood
    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

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 3,768 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Great for fine wines

  • San Diego

    Californian

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Best Overall

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Best Food

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Best Service

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Best Ambience

  • 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 picturesque setting reminiscent of a Tuscan garden, making it a "hidden gem for dinner." Guests frequently praise the "excellent food and service," with standout dishes like the calamari and seafood pasta. The ambiance is "super nice," and outdoor seating provides a refreshing wine country experience.

3,768 Reviews

  1. Tim

    VIP

    Orange County

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ponte Restaurant is positioned adjacent to the Wine Tasting Room. So we ordered our food and while we were waiting enjoyed a tasting. This made for an active and interesting dining experience. We will be back. Next time we may stay at the hotel.

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  2. Belinda

    Palm Springs

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Grateful Ponte staff placing our group of 12 in the board room … we had an amazing with friends … excellent service from Jessica … happy valentines Day!

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  3. James

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Restaurant at Ponte is a must visit after wine tasting. The staff and service are top notch. The food is of the highest caliber and always presented well and cooked to perfection. It's always a delight to dine at the Restaurant at Ponte!

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  4. Moe

    Orlando

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent facility with amazing food and great service. Would definitely come again!

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  5. Elaine

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We went on a really rainy night so it was difficult to enjoy the food coz it was windy and cold. Wish they had a way to set up an indoor dining.

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  6. Patricia

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service! We will definitely return!

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  7. Hellen

    VIP

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Friendly and attentive waitress offered us a basket for our purses and kept our water glasses filled! It’s always a bonus when the staff is familiar with menu and variety of wines offered. Our server recommended the Late Harvest, which is now my favorite red at Ponte!

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  8. nasrene

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service and ambience. Highly recommend.

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  9. Ray

    VIP

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food here never seems to change. Since we’ve been members for years, we’ve seen the menu evolve throughout the Year’s. As for now, I find the cuisine somewhat uninspiring. The food doesn’t compare well to the quality of their wines. Service has always been top notch for me. I have no complaints about the food here. I just know they can do better!

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  10. Susan

    VIP

    Vancouver

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our party ordered the calamari, sausage pizza, winter salad with salmon, and the seafood pasta. All were delicious & perfectly cooked! The starter focaccia and dip were divine! Highly recommend this restaurant for food, ambience and service!😋

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FAQs

The Restaurant at Ponte is rated 4.8 stars by 3768 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 38 times today
Google Map for The Restaurant at Ponte

35053 Rancho California Rd, Temecula, CA 92591

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Anza
  • Neighbourhood
    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.
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