Thornton Winery
$$ • Wineries, Pet Friendly
Hours:
32575 Rancho California Rd, Temecula
(951) 699-0099
Thornton Winery Reviews
We ate at Thornton for Easter Sunday. Unfortunately, it was raining that day and arrangements had to be made to serve the buffet meal in a sheltered area. I thought the staff adapted well to a difficult situation. The food was of excellent quality and it was well prepared. There was a good variety as well. The staff was accommodating and attentive. They did seem a little confused at first, I'm sure due to the unusual conditions. As much as my party enjoyed the meal, we did think...read full review
TL;DR: Somebody buy the chef a thermometer. I've lived near Thornton for over 20 years and eaten there many times. Food and service have always been very good to excellent. Not so much this time. We lingered over a glass of wine before finally deciding on our food orders. My friend had several special requests, which the server handled cheerfully. It was a longish time before our food arrived, but we weren't in a hurry, so this was fine. A food runner brought our plates, and when...read full review
Ratings
Hours
Monday | 11AM - 7PM |
Tuesday | 11AM - 7PM |
Wednesday | 11AM - 7PM |
Thursday | 11AM - 7PM |
Friday | 11AM - 9PM |
Saturday | 11AM - 9PM |
Sunday | 11AM - 5PM |
Great experience had some family in from out of town. Really liked the food and focus on quality vs quantity on the buffet. Fish, Ham and Prime Rib were of same quality as any high end restaurant. Execution was spot on. And a properly cooked, fundamentally sound omelette nice and bright yellow with no color. Entertainment was good as well and service was outstanding. Smallwares, decor and and buffet set up could use a little updating felt a little “institutional” for the price...read full review