The Restaurant at Ponte

Name: The Restaurant at Ponte
Address: 35053 Rancho California Rd, Temecula, CA, United States, 92591
Telephone: (951) 252-1770
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (3850)

$31 to $50

Californian

35053 Rancho California Rd, Temecula, CA 92591

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2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 53 times today

About this restaurant

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 3,850 people are saying

The Restaurant at Ponte reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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
Healthy
Temecula / Wine County
Great for fine wines
Temecula / Wine County
Great for outdoor dining
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 experience in Temecula with "excellent food" and "outstanding service". Guests praise its "beautiful setting" and "enchanting ambiance". The menu features standout dishes like Bolognese and seafood pasta, complemented by exquisite wines. A perfect spot for special occasions, it "never disappoints".

3,851 Reviews

M
Mike
San Diego3 reviews
3.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
As members one time for yrs. A relative bought us a gift card. The food was good as I remembered it always was. Service was great. The bad part we were getting attacked by black birds tried to chase one and knocked my drink on my meal not happy finished meal. Will have to rethink going again till issue fixed.
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Weon Jun VIP
Phoenix / Arizona4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Walk around vineyard and taste various wines before going to the restaurant. You can enjoy a beautiful landscape patterned by vineyards and sunset. I ate Steak+shrimp, Scallops, Chioppino andsquash with shrimp 🍕. Everything was good.
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Chris VIP
Los Angeles22 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We've eaten here several times or many years and they never fail to impress. Highly recommend for any occasion.
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Lorne VIP
Orange County8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service was outstanding. The wine flight have an opportunity to try 3 wines with lunch. Eggplant rotini was exceptional and unlike any I’ve had before. Salads are very large yet tasty.
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John VIP
San Diego15 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, ambience and friendly people as usual. Loved the salmon cakes!
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Renee VIP
San Diego17 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
It took about 10 minutes for our waiter,Joey, to come over. It was quite busy. Then everything came quickly. I wish they still put carafes on the table. I needed extra water and had to ask several times.
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Hozue
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just like last time, it was a wonderful restaurant and I came back feeling very happy.
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Heidi
San Diego4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’ve been here many times but never tried their pizza. It was delicious!!! Their calamari w/shishito peppers, chimichurri & marinara dipping sauces it perfectly fried & tender. Love Ponte!
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Fabi
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Highly recommend Ponte, their food and wine is amazing!
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Nancy VIP
San Diego4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food. great service and the most beautiful outdoor space you could want.
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FAQs

The Restaurant at Ponte is rated 4.8 stars by 3850 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 53 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

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About this restaurant

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Popular dishes

Scallops

Filet

Margherita

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What 3,850 people are saying

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