Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Temecula / Wine County

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Adriana’s Cocina

4.9

4.9 (57)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Temecula

About the restaurant

Indulge in the authentic flavors of Jalisco-style Mexican cuisine with creative fusion twists at our family-style dining restaurant. Our goal is to provide you with an unforgettable dining experience that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Led by renowned Chef Adriana Dominguez, our restaurant is dedicated to delivering fresh, flavor-packed dishes that are both inventive and nutrition-conscious. Chef Adriana is best known for her five-star full-service catering business, and now she's thrilled to invite you to our restaurant!

Top review

Ann

Dined on Aug 18, 2024

This was our first time to Adriana’s restaurant . We definitely will be going back ❤️ Food was delicious great service very friendly helpful explained the dishes we asked about very authentic Mexican food Great decor super clean a hidden gem a must go when looking for great Mexican food.

Finch

4.8

4.8 (506)

$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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Brucevip

Dined 1 day ago

Such a wonderful evening with great food and fantastic service! Love this place!

The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon

4.7

4.7 (1684)

$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

Top review

Jessicavip

Dined 1 day ago

Had the cowgirl kisses, lobster, mac & cheese, and ribeye steak. All were wonderful. The meals are very big so I highly suggest you share. Shelly our server was fantastic.

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Popular dish

Filet Mignon

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Filet Mignon Stroganoff

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Six Layer Carrot Cake

Anthony's Lounge & Ristorante

4.7

4.7 (271)

$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.

Top review

Tom

Dined 3 days ago

Waitstaff friendly, courteous, & knowledgeable. Food prepared perfectly with reasonable prices.

Gourmet Italia

4.7

4.7 (1498)

$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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Reginavip

Dined 2 days ago

Our server was excellent. The music was amazing, Gennie Frances. The only thing they should change is the hostess she was rude and very disrespectful. Food was amazing.

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Popular dish

Fettuccine alla Bolognese

Black Angus Steakhouse - Temecula

4.7

4.7 (1674)

$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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Kimvip

Dined 4 days ago

Food was very good and so was the service. Kaly was our server and she's very attentive and kind.

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Bluewater Grill- Temecula

4.5

4.5 (803)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Temecula

About the restaurant

Centrally located in the heart of wine country, it's easy to get hooked on local wines. We feature an extensive local wine list in addition to a hyper local menu. We believe that fin-tastic hospitality is all about authentic relationships. Whether that’s you catching up with friends and loved ones over a meal or the connections made between our team and our loyal guests. It speaks to the collaborations we’ve created with longstanding partnerships with local fishermen, wineries and suppliers and the lifelong friendships that are made with the people that work to make Bluewater so great. These connections are the culture and life behind our restaurants that make us a family. Voted Best Seafood by Inland Empire in the heart of Temecula wine country, come in and get hooked on the fresh sustainable seafood.

Top review

Kathyvip

Dined 1 day ago

Our server Christina was so helpful. The food was amazing. Black cod, salmon and cioppino All the seafood was fresh and well prepared

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Rainbow Trout Amandine ID

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Housemade Key Lime Pie

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New England Clam Chowder

P.F. Chang's - Temecula

4.5

4.5 (91)

$30 and under

Chinese

Temecula

About the restaurant

We are an Asian & Chinese restaurant offering dine-in, takeout, to-go, delivery, and catering. Make a reservation online to dine in. Order Asian and Chinese food delivery, takeout, and catering online or through the P.F. Chang's mobile app. Let us cater the perfect feast for you - corporate office catering menus are also available. P.F. Chang's offers a variety of signature Asian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Mongolian, and Chinese food dishes including Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Pad Thai, Signature Lo Mein, Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Chang's Spicy Chicken, and Pork and Shrimp Dumplings. Order online for sushi delivery and takeout. Many gluten-free and vegetarian menu items are available. Try our seasonal cocktails and seasonal menu items.

Top review

JenniferB

Dined on Jun 12, 2024

Shrimp pot stickers are excellent I also loved the Kung Pao Chicken.

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Experience

Lucky 8 Happy Hour (Mon - Fri, 3 - 6pm)

Blackbird

4.4

4.4 (353)

$30 and under

American

Temecula

About the restaurant

The people who work at Blackbird Tavern make us who we are. They’re artists and foodies, lovers of bourbons and Whiskey and connoisseurs of Craft Beer. They’re like a family, in all the best ways. Walk in and you’ll sense the creative and independent spirit here, a continual experiment in what it means to be a Tavern. A great one. And the food will welcome you back again and again. We reside in an old Feed and Mercantile Building in the heart of Old Town Temecula. We believe in quality over quantity, cutting no corners and most of all, in our community. Blackbird Tavern has an “Old Farm-House” feel with Modern amenities. Our 12,000 Square foot venue was designed to accommodate events of all sizes, from a 40 guest rehearsal dinner to a 200 guest reception. If you are looking for a casual and laid back get together or a more refined evening with family and friends, Blackbird Tavern is sure to meet and exceed all your expectations.

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Erin

Dined on Aug 18, 2024

Their food is always good! Wish the service was a bit quicker given it wasn’t too busy but that’s ok!

Public House

4.3

4.3 (192)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Temecula

About the restaurant

"Full bar and limited menu available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays."

Right in the heart of Old Town Temecula, Public House is your spot for good times. We've got happy hours, weekend entertainment, fantastic food, and craft cocktails that hit the spot. Plus, we're the place for your corporate or private shindigs. Come hang out with us at Public House Temecula – where it's all about the fun, the flavors, and the good vibes.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Aug 8, 2024

Fantastic happy hour! Food delicious, service great and loved the live music. Will be back!

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