With the rising costs of gas, hotels, flights (hell, EVERYTHING), travel for me has been limited to the state that I reside in right now - California! A staycation here & there or a nice day out with friends at a beautiful winery for brunch has been my go to until I can afford to hop back on a plane again (LOL)!
Luckily, there's a city just 1 hour away from San Diego that boasts some of the most gorgeous wineries in SoCal (Southern California)!
Heeeeeeey my fellow brunch goers!
Temecula Valley is a wine-plus spirited destination with an evolving culinary scene, small-town atmosphere, and a plethora of brunch spots to get boozy with your friends! Heeeeeeeeeeeey!
So who's ready for Mimosas, Bellinis, and Wine?! You?! Perfect! Check out these top 6 wineries in Temecula for your next brunch spot!
Welcome to Wilson Creek Winery & Vineyards!
Wilson Creek Winery & Vineyards! There are quite a few wineries in Temecula, but this one may just be my favorite! The atmosphere and the sparkling wines are INCREDIBLE! The restaurant, Creekside Grille (located inside Wilson Creek), offers a delicious brunch menu (with Gluten Free options as well) and all the booze you can handle! This winery has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating for those beautiful, sunny California days!
After brunch, grab your wine glass and take a stroll through the BREATHTAKING vineyards! My girls & I had a fabulous time brunching at Wilson Creek and exploring the grounds! Don't forget to have your camera ready to snap some gorgeous photos too! Tip: Make sure to make reservations in advance for weekend brunch!
~ 35960 Rancho California Rd, Temecula, CA 92591 | (951) 699-9463
Welcome to BOTTAIA Winery!
BOTTAIA Winery! If you're in the mood for a great lunch and refreshing cocktails by the pool, then this is the spot! BOTTAIA is a chic, modern destination that prides itself on crafting Italian, varietal wines! Although the Pool Café at BOTTAIA Winery is open seasonally, it's still a fabulous place to grab a bite to eat and enjoy the atmosphere! Chow down on delicious burgers + sandwiches while enjoying a mouth-watering Sangria!
Also, members of BOTTAIA Winery receive great discounts such as free tastings, 20% off pool & cabines, 10% off food, and 20% off the wines!
~ 35601 Rancho California Rd, Temecula, CA 92591 | (951) 365-3388
Welcome to Callaway Vineyards & Winery!
Meritage Restaurant @ Callaway! This gorgeous winery is NOT to be missed while visiting Temecula's Wine Country! Its contemporary, Mediterranean-style cuisine will definitely leave your taste buds wanting more! The pasta, fried po-boys, and lamb chops are simply DELICIOUS along with the extensive selections of wine!
Don't forget to participate in a wine tasting here! The reds are amazing! And have your camera ready for photo opps because the vineyard is BEAUTIFUL here!
~ 32720 Rancho California Rd, Temecula, CA 92591 | (951) 587-8889
Welcome to Miramonte Winery!
Flower Hill Bistro @ Miramonte Winery! This boutique wine estate offers tours & tastings overlooking the valley! My friend & I enjoyed a super pleasant Saturday brunch here one afternoon! The flatbread pizza, lollipopped chicken wings, and the crab cakes were awesome!
This restaurant offers plenty of patio seating with beautiful views of the vineyard! Be sure to check out the wine tastings here too!
~ 33410 Rancho California Rd, Temecula, CA 92591| (951) 506-5500
Welcome to Avensole Winery!
The Marketplace @ Avensole Winery! Want to know what's good? The short rib flatbread, the crab grilled cheese PLUS a Lavender Martini! OMG! Heaven in your mouth! You can find all of those delicious items at this gorgeous winery!
This picturesque winery has plenty of indoor and patio seating. Live music is also played on some weekends! Be sure to make reservations ahead of time for brunch! It can get pretty busy here on the weekends!
~ 34567 Rancho California Rd, Temecula, CA 92592 | (951) 252-2003
Welcome to Europa Village!
Bolero @ Europa Village! If you're into a great buffet breakfast, then look no further than this amazing Spanish winery! This full breakfast buffet offers Paella, an omelette station, salad station + much more! And as expected, there is a great selection of European wines sold here!
The grounds of this winery are as pristine as they come, so be ready to snap your pictures! The terrace here is terrific as well! It's great for soaking up the Californian sun while sipping on a glass of delectable wine!
~ 41150 Via Europa, Temecula, CA 92591 | (951) 506-1818
So I'm throwing in a bonus spot to check out y'all! If you're not up for a winery, then stop by this restaurant located in Old Town Temecula! Be Good Restaurant serves Mexican & American food but with a coastal twist!
A friend of mine who lives in the area took us to Be Good for brunch 1 Sunday afternoon and it was such a cool experience! The food & the vibes were great! For brunch, I recommend the chicken sandwich, the loaded tater tots & the chicken wings! The menu is extensive so you won't have trouble choosing from something delicious to eat! My favorite thing was the 'Margarita Flight'! 4 different Margaritas for you to sip on! Soooooo good!
~ 28636 Old Town Front St Unit 109, Temecula, CA 92590 | (951) 428-1537
At this point, you should be ready to hop in your car to head to Temecula, right?! I sure hope so! Grab your friends and explore all the beautiful wineries that Southern California's Wine Country has to offer! Until next time my fellow jetsetters! Cheers!
