The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar- La Jolla

Name: The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar- La Jolla
Address: 4301 La Jolla Village Dr Ste 2040, San Diego, CA, United States, 92122
Telephone: (858) 230-7404
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

982 Reviews

$50 and over

Seafood

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The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar has been focused on successfully pairing contemporary California regional cuisine, with a hip, vibrant, sophisticated setting, to create a cutting-edge dining experience. When Partners JC Clow, William Lewis and Chef Yvon Goetz set out to deliver a culinary experience straight from wine county, little did they know that they would also earn the title of Restaurateurs of the Year for their achievements and have their restaurants in Newport Beach and Tustin earn the title of Restaurant of the Year multiple times!
The three partners strive to deliver the best dining experience In Orange County on a nightly basis. Chef Goetz, whose accolades include the AAA Five Diamond Award and multiple Chef of the Year honors, describes his menu at The Winery Restaurant as wine country-driven a perfect match for a wine program that features a list with 650 selections that change weekly and climate-controlled cellars, which can house up to 7,500 bottles!

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2 people

DateTime

Jun 26, 2022

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7:00 PM

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Seafood, American, Steakhouse
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:30 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(858) 230-7404
Website
http://www.thewinerylajolla.com/
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Yvon Goetz
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options perfect for any occasion.
Private party contact
Ari Amenta: (858) 230-7404

Location
4301 La Jolla Village Dr Ste 2040 San Diego, CA 92122
Neighborhood
La Jolla
Cross street
Genessee & La Jolla Village Drive
Parking details
Valet is located right below the restaurant on La Jolla Village Drive.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Shrimp & Egg White Frittata$25.00
Zinfandel Braised Shortrib Hash & Fried Eggs$25.00
Butternut Squash / Asparagus / Wilted Greens
Breakfast Burrito$18.00
Beef Chorizo / Eggs / Beans / Potatoes / Guacamole / Cheddar Cheese / Hatch Chili Salsa
Classic Bacon & Eggs$17.00
Breakfast Potatoes / Brioche Toast

Appetizers

Artisan Bread & Echire Butter$7.00
½ Dozen Fresh Seasonal Oysters$24.00
Black Pepper Vodka Cocktail Sauce
Crispy Almond Dusted Calamari$20.00
Cucumber Salad / Spicy Tomato-Saffron Aioli
The Winery Charcuterie & Artisanal Cheese Board$28.00
Mustard / Cornichons / Baguette
YG's Alsatian "Pizza"$14.00
Bacon / Crème Fraiche / Gruyere / White Onion
Jumbo White Shrimp Cocktail$24.00
Black Pepper Vodka Cocktail Sauce
Parmesan Crusted Asparagus Fries$13.00
Blue Cheese Sauce / Spicy Tomato-Saffron Aioli

Salads & Fresh Greens

Shaved Brussels Sprout-Baby Kale Salad$16.00
Goat Cheese / Candied Walnuts / Dates / Dark Balsamic Vinaigrette
Seasonal Local Heirloom Tomatoes$17.00
Mozzarella / Arugula / Garlic Croutons / EVOO / Balsamic
The Winery House Salad$15.00
Baby Greens / Walnuts / Roquefort / Grapes / Red Onion / Tomatoes / Apples / Dijon Mustard Vinaigrette
Classic Caesar Salad$15.00
Parmesan / Kalamata Olive Tapenade Crostini
The B.O.B. Salad$17.00
Romaine / Bacon / Red Onion / Blue Cheese Dressing

Salads Add Ons

Add protein to Any Salad

Grilled Chicken Breast$12.00
Grilled Shrimp (3)$14.00
Grilled Salmon$14.00
8oz Angus Beef Steak$20.00

Entrees

Bison Bolognese$29.00
Shaved parmesan / Saffron Parpadelle Pasta
Icelandic Salmon "A la Plancha"$34.00
Quinoa / Asparagus / Tomato-Basil Sauce Vierge
Jumbo Maine Scallops & White Shrimp$35.00
Winter Squash & Fava Bean Risotto / Champagne Butter
Chef's Daily Tacos$18.00
Three Tacos / Corn Tortillas / Salsa
Mary's Farm Blackened Chicken Sandwich$20.00
Basil Mayonnaise / Lettuce / Tomato / Red Onion / Boursin / Ciabatta
Roast Beef Dip$20.00
Swiss / Blue Cheese / Watercress / Caramelized Onion / Toasted Ciabatta
Organic Quinoa-Butternut Squash Bowl$24.00
Broccolini / Garlic / Pea Tendrils / Carrots / Mushrooms / Ginger-Soy Sauce
Le Grand "Cru" Burger$22.00
½ LB Wagyu Beef or Vegan Butternut Squash Patty; Caramelized Onions / Lettuce / Tomato / Brioche Bun / Choice of Cheese: Swiss / Brie / Blue Cheese / Cheddar

Additional Toppings

Avocado$3.00
Smoked Bacon$3.00
Mushrooms$3.00
Roasted Red Peppers$3.00
Fried Egg$3.00
Oscar Style$20.00

Sandwich Add Ons

$8. Add Side to any Sandwich

Pommes Frites
Sweet Potato Fries
Truffle Fries
Small House Salad

What 982 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

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Notable Wine List
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WineFan
Chicago
65 reviews
vip
5.0
65 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wow...what a great dining experience! Our group of 12 showed up an hour early...the staff was able to seat us right away. Our server was the best!!! He offered up great recommendation and was extremely attentive. We couldn't ask for a better server! The drinks were fantastic...cheers to the bartender & staff/m! The food was awesome. We had one person in our group with fish allergies. The chef cooked her meal separately...even made a fish free sauce. We were blown away! I highly, highly recommend the Winery in La Jolla!!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Portland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a kind group of people (and yummy food). My fiancé and I went to dinner there the day after he proposed. I was so excited and distracted by my new sparkly ring that I spilled his drink. Before I knew it, everyone swooped in and changed our table cloth and brought a new drink. They were all so thoughtful and forgiving of my blunder and helped make our night special. Thank you!
JS
JimS
San Diego
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food and drinks
RR
RustyR
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food, great service, and lovely atmosphere. One of the highlights of our trip. Will be going back on subsequent visits. Highly recommend this classy joint.
d
dianez5
San Diego
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Delicious food prepared exceptionally well. Salad was delicious and generous. Chilean Sea Bass was very delicious.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
I have dined a few times for lunch and happy hour but am getting disappointed that the lunch menu is very limited.
DW
DavidW
San Diego
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
We booked through open table for 7 30 and when we got there there was no reservation for our party . We agreed to sit at bar on high stools . I then went back to double check the booking and the hostess couldn’t find it. The whole experience was rather frustrating and irritating as I had guests from South America with us and after the rave recommendations we were frankly quite embarrassed. . The salad was good , the cioppino lacked flavor and was served without a spoon , The salmon was delicious . We had a quick meal in if we were seated comfortably at a table , we would have had a longer more pleasurable dinner ordering more and providing greater revenue for this establishment.
SA
SamanthaA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious and great service. I loved the experience here.
K
Kayle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Drinks & food were great, staff were super friendly and definitely made the whole experience that much better. Will definitely be back soon!
LC
LizC
New York Area
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Three of us chose very different entrees and were more than happy. The wagyu burger was a savory meal that didn't need sides, the scallops were perfect for my mom's smaller appetite (my husband said they were cooked to perfection), and his fresh catch of the day was very nicely prepared. If you like asparagus, the parmesan asparagus fries are delightful.
SC
StephanieC
San Diego
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall2food1service4ambience4
Food was a lot to be desired. I had scallops and risotto, and it tasted like they dumped a box of salt into the risotto. I love salt, and I thought it was way too salty. That also wrecked my palate, and couldn't enjoy the bottle of wine. We also ordered the seafood tower, and the seafood tasted like they had just thawed it out, and really had no flavor. The service was good. The server was attentive. I wouldn't go back.
D
Dolores
San Diego
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent meal with great service. Definitely will go again.
n
new2chitown
San Diego
5 reviews
vip
1.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 1, 2022
overall1food1service4ambience5
Food was below average. We will not be returning.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Jacksonville
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined on June 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best place in San Diego!!
E
Ellen
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Traveling from NJ. Would certainly go back for another meal. Delicious food; chill ambiance; excellent service.
D
Dara
San Diego
59 reviews
vip
5.0
59 reviews
Dined on May 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Winery was wonderful! This was a repeat visit after brunch on Easter Sunday. With friends, we enjoyed the stellar service from staff, the tasty food (great calamari appetizer and salmon with quinoa. . .my partner liked his bison), and the open, chic atmosphere. Also, pre-dinner, we had some of the best Kir Royales ever! We have recommended The Winery to many people and will continue to do so!
4
4janreviews
San Diego
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Restaurant is spacious and I could hear my companions easily. Katie our server was just the right mix of friendly and professional. Each of us ordered something different and all were very pleased. Highly recommend.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Jonathan, our server, was fantastic and the restaurant is very nice. Upscale with great food. Was the perfect spot for a girls day brunch! Thank you!
C
Carolhoff
Orlando
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful place and service. Surely will come back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Minneapolis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful! Great food and an amazing staff. Can’t wait to visit again!
k
klobdianela
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Reserved a table for 7 people for my graduation and I am beyond impressed with how fast we were seated and accommodated. I say this again, I love coming here not just because of the food and drinks, but for their customer service. There is not one waiter and waitress that always makes us feel taken care of. I’m usually at the bar with my friends but this time we tried the restaurant part and I would want to come back again! Thank you La Jolla team!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Mother’s Day
JO
JOEE
San Diego
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always amazing food and great service. Never had a bad time or meal. Highly recommend
BB
BradB
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Overall, very good meal. The service was some of the best we had in the area. The food was good, but each dish felt like it was missing a little something. It didn't take away from the overall experience, but missed taking it up that extra notch.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service! We had such a nice time and the staff was so friendly and attentive. Loved the ambiance in the outdoor patio.
C
Carrie
San Diego
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and a beautiful venue for a business lunch
FD
FloraD
New Orleans
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food & a great selection of wines.
GS
GregS
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and wine selection. Professional staff, food was hot.
L
Lesley
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Love this place- be sure to order the bread! ………,,
P
Paul
San Diego
20 reviews
vip
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
We did the Mother’s Day pre fix menu and the food was all excellent. But not really worth $65 a person in my opinion. And the kid’s menu definitely was way overpriced at $26 each for a plate of simple pasta and ice cream. But the quality, presentation and taste of the food was all outstanding. We will definitely go back again, just not for a pre fix menu.
MS
MattS
Raleigh
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall2food1service3ambience5
Restaurant is beautiful. Service is average. Food is over priced and straight up bland. No seasoning. No finishing salt. Just nothing exciting about it. Super bland and dull.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Mother’s Day
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
7 reviews
vip
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience2
We had made a reservation picking the standard menu, not the Mother’s Day brunch. However, that was the only option we were allowed which was disappointing as it was similar food to what we normally order, but an extra $15-20 per person (not counting tax/tip) with no added benefit other than it being on Mother’s Day. Why was the option to pick a standard menu available on Open Table when it was not available. Feels a little like a bait and switch to take advantage of people on a holiday that not all are able to celebrate on for various reasons.
B
Britt
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience5
We have dined here many times and been very happy with our food and experience, but Mother’s Day was a big disappointment. While service was fine (given a holiday), the food was mostly mediocre and some was down right awful. For the price of a fixed menu, I was very shocked to find that all the seafood was fishy (avoided eating because of fears of getting sick). Overall, we appreciated the ambience and a nice place to gather with a larger group, but can’t say it was worth it for the food.
PW
PeterW
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent meal and service for mother's day
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service was excellent. Our waiter was very attentive.
RV
RachelV
San Diego
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love dining at The Winery! The service is nothing short of wonderful and the food never disappoints. Plus, Ethan the Sommelier is so knowledgeable and keeps a great wine list.
c
cherylg
San Francisco
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and value is great. Austin was a very knowledgeable and professional server.
C
Chavelita
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service3ambience5
Atmosphere was great, food was outstanding though service was a little slow in getting our food to us.
M
Mercedes
San Diego
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our dining experience was fantastic! Our server was very polite and attentive, the Sommelier came to make a recommendation on the wine that will suit our taste and perfectly pair with our dishes, not only did we enjoy talking with him but really thought his wine suggestions was outstanding. We celebrated my husband's birthday, it was truly memorable! My husband had the Venison, one of his favorite dishes.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar- La Jolla using the Order Online button. The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar- La Jolla also offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar- La Jolla also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 230-7404.

The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar- La Jolla is rated 4.7 stars by 982 OpenTable diners.

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