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Small Barn Old Town, Temecula, CA

Small Barn Old Town

4.5
4.5
1440 Reviews
$31 to $50
Bistro
28535 Old Town Front St, Temecula, CA 92590

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 24 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, American
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Patrick Ruiz
  • 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

What 1,440 people are saying

Small Barn Old Town 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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Best Ambiance

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Great for brunch

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Innovative

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Good for groups

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Healthy

  • 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 is a delightful gem in Temecula, praised for its "excellent service," "delicious food," and charming "ambiance." Diners appreciate the "unique and fresh" menu, cozy atmosphere, and attentive staff. Standout dishes like the short ribs and sea bass receive rave reviews. A must-visit spot for a memorable dining experience!
1,440 Reviews
  1. Jordana VIP

    San Francisco58 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful brunch experience today! Enjoyed the Bloody Mary, Quiche, Broccoli, and my sister loved the eggs Benedict and corn brûlée. Service was excellent! Thank you!

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  2. Joe

    Orange County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect food and atmosphere. Maybe the best eggs benedict I've ever had.

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  3. Scott

    San Diego64 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our second visit to the Small Barn and it was wonderful both times. The chef has a great palate and everything is very tasty. Short ribs, scallops, whole sea bass. Excellent ambiance and service as well. We will be back!

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  4. Troy

    San Diego2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, decent service, cool place overall. Will come back.

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  5. Carey

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were created by a smiling hostess . Once seated a buser came by and gave us water . Then our waiter came he was personable and gave great suggestions . I tried a new drink mmm new favorite ! Our food was delicious . I am high maintenance food wise and the waiter helped me with my selection . The atmosphere was so cute ! It was a great lunch experience !

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  6. Peggy VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    In a word: Perfection. Could not have asked for better food, more accommodating service, or nicer atmosphere. Looking forward to returning soon!

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  7. Nicole

    San Diego7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Yummy food, beautiful atmosphere, friendly server

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  8. Hector

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A Hidden Gem in Old Town Temecula Small Barn Old Town is an absolute delight. Tucked away in the heart of Temecula, this charming spot combines rustic elegance with seriously impressive food and service. We started with the charcuterie board, which was beautifully presented and thoughtfully curated — a perfect balance of meats, cheeses, fruits, and spreads. It set the tone for the rest of the meal: fresh, flavorful, and crafted with care. The chicken dish we ordered as our main was outstanding — juicy, perfectly seasoned, and served with sides that elevated the entire plate. Every bite felt like a warm, comforting hug (but, you know, the kind that comes with gourmet flair). We paired it all with a glass of red wine recommended by our server, and it was spot on. The wine list is well-rounded without being overwhelming, and the prices felt like a real value, especially for the quality. Between the cozy atmosphere, attentive service, and delicious food, everything about our evening was perfect. We'll definitely be back — next time with more friends in tow.

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  9. Jane

    San Diego2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I checked the correct itemized bill and everything is correct when I got a check out bill. I used the credit card machine to process the payment and the machine automatic select 18% but there’s no total amount was showing on the screen and you have to sign to process the payment. I saw the total amount after I signed that I realized that the amount is incorrect. We report to the manager right away and he was helping us to check the issue. Few mins later, he came back and said sorry, the machine grabbed a wrong bill. He just only said a sorry and not try to doing anything at all. What you mean by sorry. You over charged me and not even try to void the transaction? The customer paid someone else’s bill and you just said a “sorry”. This is not a right way to do to the customer . I’m sure that they can void the transaction but they choose not to do it and have the customer to over pay . This is not a great customer service to service their customer. They definitely need to re train !

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  10. Esther VIP

    Los Angeles8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A group of us sat outside in the patio. The noise was pretty much whatever was happening on the main street. The service was friendly, food was delicious and beautifully presented. Cute vibe. This was my second visit and will return again.

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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 1440 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 24 times today
Google Map for Small Barn Old Town

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 5:00 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
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