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: 4.7

4.7

3813 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

35053 Rancho California Rd, Temecula, CA 92591

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2 people

Apr 30, 2025

9:30 PM

Booked 47 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 3,813 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

4.7

4.7 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 Ambiance
Temecula / Wine County
Best Value
Temecula / Wine County
Great for brunch
Temecula / Wine County
Healthy
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 "beautiful setting" with "amazing food" and "great service." It's perfect for special occasions, thanks to "incredible views" and a "relaxing atmosphere." Guests rave about the "friendly staff" and "delicious wine pairings." While some find it pricey, many agree it's "worth every penny."

3,813 Reviews

M
Marcy
Phoenix8 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food, wine and ambiance was fantastic. Service was good. Will definitely consider coming back next time we are in town!
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Rosa
Los Angeles13 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I dined at Ponte after two friend’s of ours recommended it to us. The dining experience did not disappoint. We began our dinner with the most unique bread and olive oil pairing which is standard for all diners. The bread was served warm and the flavors of garlic, Parmesan and pesto blended perfectly with the butter we added to it. Our friendly server recommended our wine for the evening since we really couldn’t decide what to order. Her recommendations were on point and complimented our meals well. We began by sharing the Caesar Salad which was topped off with anchovies. It was very tasty. I then had the filet minion with a hearty serving of fresh veggies and cubed potatoes paired with a Pinot Noir. My husband opted for the braised sirloin with red wine sauce, wild rice pilaf + spring onions, and sautéed garlic green beans. Since we were celebrating my husband’s birthday, our server surprised him with some limone sorbet which my husband absolutely loved. It’s his favorite dessert. The evening was quieta d relaxing, the food perfection and the wines a great compliment to a wonderful dining experience. We will definitely recommend this restaurant to our family and friends.
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Eileen VIP
Los Angeles11 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Venue is absolutely beautiful. Zero wait time. Food was excellent, service was on point!
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Craig
Tampa2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and advice on cuisine. We always to here for lunch on special occasions because of the view from the outdoor section nearest the rock garden. Very relalaxing. The food is great with a wide selection on the menu.
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Ward
Orange County18 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed a lovely Easter lunch at the Ponte! The food was delicious and the outside seating was amazing! Beautiful sunny weather. Our waitress was very helpful in our choices of the menu and kept a ready eye on our table to see if we needed anything! A very wonderful dining experience!
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Gloria
Seattle1 review
4.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very accommodating hostess when I asked to change tables.
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Barb
San Francisco4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had lunch there on Easter day. Beautiful ambiance, delicious food, impeccable service. The Sangiovese red is scrumptious!
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Lisa
San Diego2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had such a lovely time. Food was amazing. Wine flights were delicious. Highly recommend
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Candace
Philadelphia1 review
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience for my mom’s 69th birthday! The food was succulent and service was awesome. 10/10!
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Joel
San Diego10 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible experience every time!! Our number one “go to” for special celebrations and events or just a night out to dinner.
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FAQs

The Restaurant at Ponte is rated 4.7 stars by 3813 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 30, 2025

9:30 PM

Booked 47 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 3,813 people are saying

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