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Anthony's Lounge & Ristorante
Diners’ top pick
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Price: Expensive
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Italian
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4.9
(312)
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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Guadalajara Mexican Grill
Price: Moderate
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Mexican
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4.8
(46)
OUR STORY:
Founded in 1986 the Solano family opened Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant in Lake Elsinore, California. Eleven years later in 1997, we opened our second location Guadalajara Mexican Grill and Cantina in Temecula, California. At Guadalajara’s, we take real pride in providing the freshest ingredients to ensure high-quality Mexican food. We pride ourselves in having generous portions, a festive environment, and the best margaritas in town!
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Miramonte Winery
Price: Expensive
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Californian
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4.7
(769)
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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The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon
Top-rated food
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Price: Very Expensive
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Steakhouse
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4.7
(1,778)
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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The Restaurant at Ponte
Price: Expensive
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Californian
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4.7
(3,732)
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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Finch
Price: Expensive
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American
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4.7
(521)
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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Black Angus Steakhouse - Temecula
Top-rated hospitality
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Price: Moderate
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Steakhouse
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4.7
(1,720)
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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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Temecula
Price: Moderate
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American
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4.5
(74)
Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.
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Oak Mountain Winery Cave Distillery
Price: Expensive
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Winery
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4.6
(91)
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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Cork Fire Kitchen
Great vibe
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Price: Expensive
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Californian
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4.5
(1,796)
Rustic, yet refined, Cork Fire Kitchen features inventive menus made for sharing, which highlight the daily bounty from our favorite local farms. Join us for a casual brunch with friends or a romantic night out with a spectacular view of our golf course. Enjoy the very best local edibles, foraged fresh and organic whenever possible.
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Small Barn Old Town
Price: Expensive
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Bistro
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4.5
(1,369)
Small Barn is an exciting part of the Temecula restaurant landscape offering a casual but elevated dining experience in the form of a modern bistro. The menu is inspired by classic preparations found on bistro menus around the globe while showcasing the bounty of ingredients produced in the region. The restaurant atmosphere is crafted to be a welcoming gathering place that is beautifully designed and relaxed, but with a vibrant energy that encourages socializing and discovery.
On the site of the historic Knott Family Homestead, Small Barn has brought new life to a landmark building from the early 1900s. Great care has gone into preserving the structure and with it the legacy of a prominent Temecula family that was among the area’s first settlers. Small Barn has maintained the original residential scale and offers extensive outdoor seating including the large wrap-around porch, covered patio and fireside lounge seating.
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Bolero Restaurante
Price: Expensive
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Tapas / Small Plates
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4.7
(1,085)
Bolero Restaurante will take you on a culinary journey throughout the country of Spain—from the humble farm-to-table cuisines of Asturia, to the majesty of modern interpretations coming from San Sebastian or Barcelona. Our menu celebrates the centuries-old tradition of dining and drinking together in Tapas style. Whether it is seafood, steak, roasted vegetables, olives, or the finest cheeses and charcuteries in Europe, the meal is shared by all. We invite you to embark on this exciting experience with us and welcome you to Bolero!
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Gourmet Italia
Great budget-friendly spot
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Price: Expensive
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Italian
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4.6
(1,570)
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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  • Brenda
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Great service! Nice workers! Lots of food with each selection.
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    Red Lobster - TemeculaPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Temecula
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    4.4
  • Karen
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We have been dining here for 10 years. It’s always our go to place when visiting Temecula wine country. Pietro….chef/owner always makes an appearance to say hi. Everyone there is always friendly and food is exceptional!! We have never had a bad meal. Everything is super yummy and you can tell it’s all homemade pastas. Nothing frozen!
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    Trattoria Toscana - TemeculaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Temecula
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    4.5
  • Terri
    San Diego •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    My family and I enjoyed our visit to Blue water Grill, Temecula,CA in celebrating my husband's birthday. We arrived early and decided to enjoy a pre dinner cocktail in the cozy bar area first. Great drinks and service! We were able to be seated promptly to the dining area to enjoy a wonderful dining experience. Waiter was prompt and accommodating. Overall a very pleasant experience. One of our favorite places!
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    Bluewater Grill- TemeculaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Temecula
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    4.6
  • RobinVIP
    San Diego •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Second time at this location. First time just wife and I, This time with whole family. Another consistent, solid experience. From the moment we walked in the hostess to the Bartender to our server. Extremely friendly, professional and apparent that people really care. Excellent value also dollar for dollar. Staffing ratios are excellent especially in this day when most places are short handed or have reduced staff. We will be back.
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    Benihana - Temecula, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Temecula
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    3.9
  • Briana
    San Diego •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Other than the very loud group next to our table, the experience was great. I made a last minute reservation, was 15 minutes late, and was still able to secure my table through text to indicate I was on my way. The food and drinks were great, especially the Brussels sprouts. I just wish they would reconsider how the Caesar salad is presented. And thanks to Joseph, our waiter.
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    Bolero RestaurantePrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Temecula
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    4.7

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Discover Temecula

Temecula in San Diego County offers visitors a number of dining options. Temecula biscuits accompanied by jams and jellies are staples at breakfast houses and taverns around Wine Country. For larger meals, the Mexican restaurants near Waterside Park are a great choice. They feature oversized portions designed to be shared. For a quick bite, you’ll find a wide variety of national chain restaurants on most of the major roads. Tiny bistros are also signature establishments here. Each of them has a distinctly homey feel that offers the perfect atmosphere for a quick midday brunch. While you’re in Temecula, don’t forget to stop in at one of the many wineries the area is known for.

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Celebrate special occasion at the best restaurants in Temecula. Our customers recommend Bolero Restaurante, Black Angus Steakhouse - Temecula and The Restaurant at Ponte

As of Dec 27, 2024 there are 33 restaurants in Temecula. Filter by “outdoor dining”, “romantic” or “dog friendly”.

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