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Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Temecula / Wine County

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Updated September 05, 2024

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4.8

4.8 (510)

$31 to $50

American

Temecula

About the restaurant

Taking flight November 2018. We are a group of creatives, students, parents, sons and daughters of all things FINCH. Come on a tasting journey of dishes with influences from around the world. No Passport Required.

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Tina

Dined 5 days ago

I’ve been going to The Finch for a while. I’ve always found the food to be yummy and I am always satisfied with the service. You won’t be disappointed.

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The Restaurant at Ponte

4.7

4.7 (3663)

$31 to $50

Californian

Temecula

About the restaurant

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.

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Stephenvip

Dined 7 days ago

Best dinner in Temecula! Enjoyed the Salmon and the Seafood pasta. Wonderful server Theresa!

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4.8

4.8 (1511)

$31 to $50

Italian

Temecula

About the restaurant

At Gourmet Italia, experience Italy without ever leaving Temecula. Restauranteur, Alessandro (Alex) Prestifilippo moved to the states from Sicily in 1996. He takes much pride in our attentive, friendly staff, knowing they’ll provide the exceptional “Sicilian” experience Alex prides himself in. The menu and wine selection is vast and reasonable and the special dishes vary from Seafood Pescatore, Halibut, Salmon, Filet, Osso bucco, Lamb Shank, Wild Boar, Ostrich, Lobster Ravioli and much more! Visit the website for more about the restaurant, Alex, the menu and specials.

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Steven

Dined 7 days ago

Food was delicious and service was excellent! Look forward to my next visit there

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Fettuccine alla Bolognese

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Fusilli al Filetto

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Spaghetti Carbonara

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Anthony's Lounge & Ristorante

4.8

4.8 (280)

$31 to $50

Italian

Temecula

About the restaurant

Welcome to Anthony's Lounge & Ristorante!
Anthony's Lounge & Ristorante is the oldest family-owned restaurant in the Murrieta and Temecula area. Named BEST OF SOUTHLAND: ITALIAN RESTAURANT by LA TIMES 2022. The food is based on authentic family recipes brought by the owner's parents when they emigrated from Calabria, Italy in 1954, which led to them to following their passion and opening their first restaurant in 1963 in Anaheim, CA. Everything on the menu is homemade, from the sausage, ravioli and lasagna, to the crepes used to make their manicotti and cannelloni, ricotta gnocchi and over 50 traditional entrees from pasta, veal (vitello), chicken (pollo), seafood (pesce), antipasto, minestrone and other specialty dishes prepared by our experienced chefs.
Whether you are new to the area or your friends and family want to enjoy the best Italian dining experience, come enjoy our live entertainment and family atmosphere.

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Steve

Dined 1 day ago

Outstanding! My wife and I were celebrating 41st Anniversary and someone recommended Anthony's. As you may know, the Temecula/Murrieta has numerous great restaurants but fine dining establishments are pretty rare. Anthony's definitely meets that bar!! The prices are reasonable given the fabulous service and the quality of food served. Sometimes when we attend a top restaurant we feel a bit disappointed. Not Anthony's! The ribeye steak was among the best I can recall. The service was fantastic! My wife and I heartedly recommend Anthony's for your special celebrations. Be sure and ask for Casie!

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The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon

4.7

4.7 (1704)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Temecula

About the restaurant

The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon is located in the heart of Old Town Temecula and brings a new standard to local casual fine dining. Expansive views from our third floor veranda and elegant turn of the century setting offers an intimate and inviting atmosphere. Our Classic Steak and Seafood menu features only the highest quality aged Midwestern corn-fed beef along with many other sumptuous selections. We offer an impressive wine list featuring vintages from many local wineries and from the finest regions of the world. Our bar features Premium Spirits, Draft Beer, Fine Wine and mouthwatering appetizers. Enjoy live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday Nights. Join us for a casually sophisticated Brunch on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Closed on Mondays. Always a romantic Dinner and truly distinctive dining experience! Parties over 4 are considered large parties please call to check availability & please do not double book. 2 hour table limit on all reservations

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Cherievip

Dined 7 days ago

A great afternoon sitting on the patio with a nice view. Shelly provided wonderful service, all staff were very helpful and professional. We had the garden salad and prime rib dinner which was served with garlic mashed potatoes, green beans, and corn that were very fresh tasting. Coupled with the hot sourdough bread a perfect meal!

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Filet Mignon Stroganoff

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Black Angus Steakhouse - Temecula

4.8

4.8 (1679)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Temecula

About the restaurant

WE’VE BEEN MASTERING OUR CRAFT SINCE 1964, so you could say we know a thing or two. Our cuts are aged at least 21 days, seasoned to excellence, expertly flame-grilled and served up just the way you like it. You’ve earned it. Whether you’re here to throw back a couple with old friends or trying to finish off the High Noon Feast on your own, there’s always a seat for you. So here’s to the nights you can’t remember and the steaks you won’t forget. To learn more visit www.blackangus.com

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Denisevip

Dined today

We enjoyed our "Wine Wednesday" and "Prime Rib with free dessert" night!! We shared the crab and potato appetizer with cucumber sauce....it was terrible! Hated the flavor....BUT!!! The molasses bread made up for it...and the prime rib was perfectly done, rare just like we like it! The mashed potatoes and green beans were so tasty! We got the carrot cake dessert to-go (Cheesecake Factory prime dessert!!!)....all-in-all a great evening thanks to Miss Carmel, Chuey's attentiveness and the entire friendly staff! We'll be back next week!

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Moonshine Dinner

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Bouquet Restaurant + Bar at Ponte Vineyard Inn

4.6

4.6 (521)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Temecula

About the restaurant

Enjoy fresh, locally-sourced cuisine fine wines and refreshing cocktails at Bouquet Restaurant, located at our luxurious AAA Four-Diamond Inn. Dine out on the terrace surrounded by manicured Italian gardens with stunning views of the vineyard and our 1-acre pond.

Enjoy live music during brunch Saturdays and Sundays from 12pm-3pm!

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Yvonnevip

Dined 4 days ago

Wonderful service by Cindy. Large portions . Beautiful scenery

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Miramonte Winery

4.7

4.7 (748)

$31 to $50

Californian

Temecula

About the restaurant

Miramonte is one of Southern California's most beautiful, dynamic and forward-thinking wineries. Our award-winning wines are elegant, harmonious and trendsetting. Our popular Bistro features delicious, innovative soulful fare prepared fresh every day. And our gorgeous outdoor verandas are a benchmark experience in wine country. We invite you to join us, and see what all the excitement is about!

SEATING:
2 hour maximum

MIRAMONTE RESERVATION POLICY:
For restaurant reservations, we offer a 15-minute grace period.

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Tom

Dined 5 days ago

Nice food and a great location. Service and wine were great.

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Stuffed Mushrooms

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Charcuterie Board

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Oak Mountain Winery Cave Distillery

4.6

4.6 (76)

$31 to $50

Winery

Temecula

About the restaurant

At Oak Mountain Winery, tucked away from the De Portola Wine Trails, is where you'll find the 36522 Distillery. The undiscovered jewel of Temecula, California, is our Distillery. You can either celebrate a milestone or escape from everyday life here, but either way, you'll get a refined, traditional experience.

To create the finest spirits, our mixologists look for outstanding ingredients, combine traditional methods, and handcraft everything from scratch.

Whiskey, Rum, Bourbon, Agave, and Gin are among the featured selections.

Reservations are advised as we soon fill up with other cocktail enthusiasts. No pets are allowed; this is a bar for adults 21 and older.

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Mark

Dined 5 days ago

Such great atmosphere and service to match. We love their bourbon and we always get the whipped feta cheese appetizer. Such a great combo!

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