Small Barn Old Town

4.5

1369 Reviews

$31 to $50

Bistro

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2 people

Dec 27, 2024

9:00 PM

Booked 38 times today

Great for outdoor dining
Neighborhood gem
Charming

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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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Bistro, American
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–8:00 pm
Phone number
(951) 225-2820
Website
http://www.smallbarn.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Patrick Ruiz

Location
28535 Old Town Front St, Temecula, CA 92590
Neighborhood
Temecula
Cross street
Old Town Front St. and Fifth St.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,369 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Temecula / Wine County
Best Ambiance
Temecula / Wine County
Neighborhood gem
Temecula / Wine County
Great for outdoor dining
Temecula / Wine County
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Small Barn Old Town delights with its "amazing service" and "incredible food" in a charming ambiance. Located in the heart of Old Town Temecula, this restaurant offers delicious craft cuisine and unique cocktails. Guests highlight the "beautiful setting" and "excellent food," making it a must-visit for any occasion.

1,369 Reviews

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Bruce
VIP
San Diego
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and fantastic service! We enjoy this place every time.
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Catherine
London
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My sisters and I had one of our best meals in town. Lovely flavors and large portions that we shared family style. Such a cute outdoor area lit up at night. Space heaters kept us warm and comfy. Definitely give this farm to table restaurant a try. Will become your new fave!
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Gianna
VIP
San Diego
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
small portions but decent ambience; food quality was decent
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Sebastian
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was a great place to have dinner. However it was my 2 year anniversary and there was nothing specifically done to celebrate even though I indicated it on the website. Not even a mention from the staff at all. Besides that, great food, great ambience, definitely would come back
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Jennifer
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
This is a charming place to eat with amazing ambience and delicious food! We were told that the chef was upset because we asked to have our burger cut in half. Our first waiter was amazing, but we were handed off to a second waiter that was less than good. However, the place itself is worth going back to and we really enjoyed ourselves!
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Ryan
Orange County
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The steak was okay but far overpriced ($158) for the value. The the marrow and truffle crust was too salty and overpowered the flavor of the steak itself which was not cooked as requested. The artichoke was very good. The drinks were okay, but again, far overpriced. All in all, it was just okay and cost $360. The staff were kind and prompt.
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Jan
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing service and incredible food we will be back 😊
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allison
VIP
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing meal at Small Barn on Thanksgiving weekend during a two day visit to Temecula. Atmosphere is warm and inviting, cocktails were well crafted and balanced, and our server Hannah was kind, friendly, and went on and beyond to make our experience excellent. Portions are of average size but the menu is planned well for sharing. Every dish was fresh and delicious. Would highly recommend this establishment.
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Sean
VIP
San Diego
38 reviews
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Service was slow, not sure if they were prepared for the amount of Rez they had on Thanksgiving. But food was amazing as always!
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Tom
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Visiting from Las Vegas. Found Small Barn and decided to give it a shot. Reviews were great and Small Barn didn’t disappoint. Food and drinks were unique and fresh. Beautiful covered and uncovered outdoor dining in Old Town next to the main street and yes they are dog friendly! Portions were perfect and after appetizer, entrees and desserts we didn’t leave hungry. Portions may seem small but then again some places have huge portions that you cant finish. Pricing is above average but the quality and atmosphere make it a worthwhile experience.
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FAQs

Small Barn Old Town offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (951) 225-2820.

Small Barn Old Town is rated 4.5 stars by 1369 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 27, 2024

9:00 PM

Booked 38 times today

Order delivery or takeout

28535 Old Town Front St, Temecula, CA 92590

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Old Town Front St. and Fifth St.
Neighborhood
Temecula
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Bistro, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Patrick Ruiz
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.smallbarn.com/
Phone number
(951) 225-2820

Small Barn Old Town

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Popular dishes

Steak Frites

Eggs Benedict

Ahi Tuna Cubes

Menu

What 1,369 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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Does Small Barn Old Town offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Small Barn Old Town restaurant rated?

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Make a reservation

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