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Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Temecula / Wine County

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants that are the most romantic in Temecula / Wine County? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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Anthony's Lounge & Ristorante

4.9

4.9 (308)

$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.

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Williamvip

Dined 1 day ago

Busy night, but other than a bit more noise than usual from nearby birthday celebrations, had great food and service.

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The Restaurant at Ponte

4.7

4.7 (3719)

$31 to $50

Californian

Temecula

About the restaurant

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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Paige

Dined 1 day ago

I have been a member at Ponte for many years and we held out our wedding in the garden in 2006. The restaurant at Ponta never disappoints. The bread served before the meal with vinaigrette scallion dip is outstanding.

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Bolero Restaurante

4.7

4.7 (1073)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Temecula

About the restaurant

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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angela

Dined 4 days ago

Always a delightful experience. Service is great, and the food is phenomenal.

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Paella de Bolero

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Brussel Sprouts

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4.6

4.6 (1553)

$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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Johnvip

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent food and service. The owner usually comes by your table to say hello and see if you need anything. Several of the wines offered from the owners vineyard are excellent.

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Fettuccine alla Bolognese

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Fusilli al Filetto

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Spaghetti Carbonara

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Cork Fire Kitchen

4.5

4.5 (1789)

$31 to $50

Californian

Temecula

About the restaurant

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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Kristine

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Amazing waiter, Justin. The food was delicious. Beautiful surroundings. Will go there again.

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Chocolate Olive Oil Cake

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CFK Angus Burger

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4.5

4.5 (46)

$31 to $50

Californian

Murrieta

About the restaurant

Welcome to Talia Kitchen, where culinary artistry meets wellness and community at Murrieta Hot Springs Resort. Executive Chef Matt Steffen and Director of Nutrition Sarah Goudie craft a menu celebrating Southern California’s bounty, from Murrieta’s hills to San Diego’s coast. We source the finest ingredients from local partners, creating dishes that are both nutritious and delicious. At Talia, we’re more than a restaurant; we’re a gathering place where vitality is served alongside community spirit. Join us for a dining experience that nourishes body and soul, caters to diverse dietary needs, and turns neighbors into friends.

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Lori

Dined on Dec 6, 2024

I've never had a Whipped Fresh Ricotta with honey, persimmons, spicy radish and spicy radishes and I may have to drive the three hours back to have it again! My friend and I made a meal out of the Pantry Bites and shared Spanish Onion Tart as well. The waitress described it in such a manner that I just had to try it and I am obsessed! Ordering this way made our evening curious and fun. I highly recommend this place! Staff was great!

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The Vineyard Rose at South Coast Winery

4.4

4.4 (4393)

$31 to $50

Californian

Temecula

About the restaurant

For a memorable culinary adventure, visit The Vineyard Rose Restaurant, one of the best Temecula restaurants for California cuisine and enjoy carefully crafted breakfast, lunch and dinner in an elegant Tuscan-inspired dining room.

Housed at a working winery, The Vineyard Rose Restaurant's fine-dining menus created by our expert chefs perfectly compliment the award-winning wines produced by Winemakers Jon McPherson & Javier Flores.

Stop by today and join us for breakfast, lunch or dinner and enjoy all the flavors inspired by our Chef-driven menu. Executive Chef Albert Park and his culinary team welcome you to dine with us here at South Coast Winery Resort & Spa.

Open 7 days a week. Located at 34843 Rancho California Road, Temecula, CA.
Reservations highly recommended.

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Teri

Dined 5 days ago

Love going to south coast winery. Beautifully decorated which added to our visit

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Bouquet Restaurant + Bar at Ponte Vineyard Inn

4.4

4.4 (531)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Temecula

About the restaurant

Enjoy fresh, locally-sourced cuisine fine wines and refreshing cocktails at Bouquet Restaurant, located at our luxurious AAA Four-Diamond Inn. Dine out on the terrace surrounded by manicured Italian gardens with stunning views of the vineyard and our 1-acre pond.

Enjoy live music during brunch Saturdays and Sundays from 12pm-3pm!

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Pamela

Dined 7 days ago

The Bouquet Restaurant @ Ponte Inn: Sunday Brunch has great food. The Eggs Benedict was delicious! Great food at good price. Lovely atmosphere. Really appreciated our waiter, Chris! His service was attentive and genial and not intrusive. Thank you, Ponte, for providing a wonderful place for my son, his girlfriend, and I to share wonderful conversation and great food!

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Oak Mountain Winery Cave Café

4.4

4.4 (297)

$31 to $50

Winery

Temecula

About the restaurant

The Cave Café offers indoor and outdoor dining. Enjoy the enchanting ambiance of dining inside the cave or outdoor dining overlooking the majestic views of the De Portola Wine Trail. Our friendly, approachable, and extremely informed staff will make your dining and wine tasting experience unforgettable.

Our Cave Café welcomes diners Sunday - Thursday, between 11am to 6pm and Friday - Saturday, between 11am to 8pm. Reservations are not required but highly recommend during the weekends. We can comfortably accommodate parties with up to 8 guests in the restaurant. For larger parties, please feel free to contact us at 951-699-9102.

***FOR CAVE TOURS, please book through OpenTable Experience tab.

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Maura

Dined 4 days ago

We did the Cave tour with James. He was informative and accommodating. The charcuterie board had some interesting, tasty components.

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Cave Tour & Tasting

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Cafe Champagne Restaurant - Thornton Winery

4.2

4.2 (1780)

$30 and under

Californian

Temecula

About the restaurant

Café Champagne at Thornton Winery is a "want to do" for every visitor to the Temecula Valley. Since 1988, from growing herbs to cutting home-grown flowers, every effort has been made to offer the perfect combination of French Country Elegance and Gold Medal-winning Contemporary Cuisine.

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Donnellvip

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

The service is always outstanding. We love Thornton winery. It is definitely our happy space.

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Lobster Ravioli

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