Elliston Vineyards

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   Francisco

   Miami6 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on 1 March 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Beautiful outdoor setting in the yards of a mansion, with a small indoor area if guests prefer it. Sangria was good, service was prompt and friendly. They offer "regular", "vegetarian", and for $10 extra, a "vegan" tea set. They could improve the number of tea offerings. They only had two in leaves and the rest were bagged. Food was OK. Well presented. Server was dressed too informally for that kind of place and prices. Also, chairs were hard, and they had horrible and dirty bee traps hanging everywhere.
   

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   Christie

   San Francisco9 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 23 February 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We enjoyed the tea very much. When we arrived they had our table set up outside and were very accommodating when we asked to be moved inside. (it was a little cool) The food was just enough and very tasty. We were the only ones there and were treated to a glass of sparkling Rose which was delicious. Everyone was very friendly, we had a lovely time.
   

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   jeuel

   San Francisco2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 22 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We truly enjoyed celebrating my future daughter-in-law’s bridal shower at the winery. The Tea Party was perfect. Thank you!
   

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   Debbie

   Las Vegas1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 15 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This is a charming location, a historic landmark with delicious wine and delicious food.
   

   Elliston VineyardsResponded on 21 February 2025

   Thank you for your kind words. Best Elliston Management
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco1 review

   2.0

   Dined on 15 February 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Our recent dining experience at Elliston Vineyard was very disappointing and certainly overpriced considering the results of our experience. The appetizers and bread were fine and the desert was fine. The wine was so so considering this was at a reputable winery. The tannins were so predominant that the Cabernet was almost what I would call astringent. But regarding the wine, it was odd that only three wines were offered, all three in bottles were $168 each, but only one was offered by the glass at $36 per glass! I was taken aback that no wines were included with the meal, but were an extra charge. But the main course (beef short ribs, mashed potatoes, gravy and asparagus) were presented like a plate of “all you can eat” at the Moose Club social. The culprit was the gravy that was so salty that anchovies would swim ashore if given the chance. Regrettably the gravy was poured over everything so all portions were tainted. This was like Dinty Moore stew served at Denny’s for heavens sake! The help was polite and courteous, but seemingly untrained for serving at a fine dining atmosphere. Seemed like temps hired from the local college, adequate but not elegant. My wife and I have had fine dining experiences at the Elliston Winery over the last ten+ years, but they obviously have turned over the dining management to someone who does not get what that really means. At just under $400 for a dinner for two, we were expecting a more memorable experience……….well, on second thought, we did get that!
   

   Elliston VineyardsResponded on 21 February 2025

   Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback regarding your recent dining experience at Elliston Vineyard. We regret that the quality of the wine, the presentation of your main course, and other aspects of your meal did not meet your expectations. Your comments have been shared with our chef and service teams to help us improve. Additionally, as requested, we have removed your email from our mailing list. We appreciate your feedback and hope that one day you might reconsider and allow us the opportunity to provide you with a truly memorable experience. Sincerely, Elliston Vineyard Management
   

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   john

   Hawaii1 review

   3.0

   Dined on 15 February 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Im glad we went, my wife and I had an enjoyable experience but I don't think we will attend again. All of the wine selections were very expensive and there was only one wine available by the glass and it was $38/glass. The soup, salad and short rib were excellent but the Cornish game hen was dry. All of the waitstaff were very attentive and pleasant
   

   Elliston VineyardsResponded on 21 February 2025

   Thank you for sharing your honest feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you and your wife enjoyed our soup, salad, short rib, and found our waitstaff attentive and pleasant. We’re sorry that our wine selection and pricing didn’t meet your expectations and that the Cornish game hen was dry. Your insights are valuable, and we will review these areas to help improve the overall experience. We appreciate your visit and hope you might give us another opportunity in the future to make your experience even better. Warm regards, Elliston Management
   

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   Rachelle

   San Francisco21 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 15 February 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   We went to the Valentine's event which was very good. We chose to seat up against a far wall which was slow at the beginning to get any waiter attention. Started off with a glass of Champagne which was sweet and delicious. The food was very good except for one appetizer which I'm not sure was but had a lot of heat which made me cough. Butternut squash soup was excellent. I could have eaten a whole pot of it! Next up came the Langostino salad on a few mixed green which was very tasty. The Short ribs with mash potatoes and asparagus were very good. They finished it off with a chocolate mousse with raspberry puree which was a very nice ending for a delicious meal. Only complaint was the waiter didn't ask us if we wanted any wine until the main entree was about to be served again I think it was the location of our table.
   

   Elliston VineyardsResponded on 21 February 2025

   Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed experience from our Valentine's dinner. We’re delighted that you enjoyed our Champagne, butternut squash soup, langostino salad, short ribs, and chocolate mousse. It’s wonderful to know that our dishes left such a positive impression! We apologize for the delay in service due to your table’s location and for not offering wine in a timely manner. Your feedback is invaluable, and we will be addressing this with our team to ensure a more attentive experience for all our guests. We truly appreciate your candid comments and hope to have the opportunity to serve you again soon for an even better experience. Warm regards, Elliston Management
   

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   Neha VIP

   Orange County1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 14 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Lovely and quaint tea set up!The service was great and the bubbly wine was so good. The grounds are another reason to visit. Coming back in spring for sure
   

   Elliston VineyardsResponded on 21 February 2025

   Thank you for your sweet review! We're delighted you enjoyed our winery and scrumptious offerings. We can't wait to welcome you back! Warmly, Elliston Vineyard Management
   

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   Nalini

   San Francisco1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 10 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Went for afternoon tea and Sangaria Service was great and the sandwiches with the desserts was delicious. My best part was the sangria it was so refreshing Cute winery with pleasant staffs.
   

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   Elliston VineyardsResponded on 21 February 2025

   Thank you for your sweet review! We're delighted you enjoyed our winery and scrumptious offerings. We can't wait to welcome you back! Warmly, Elliston Vineyard Management
   

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    Jennifer

    San Francisco2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2

    The highlight was the property. The koi ponds and ostriches. There was no personality in the tea dining area. The tea selection was abismal and sparse. Tacky is best way to describe it. Big stain on tablecloth. Dead flowers in vases. Little to know attention to detail and that includes piles of stuff on the property. There were issues with the front door. It was a cold day and it would lock if shut. I had to get up half a dozen times to let people in. Then the door would be left open allowing the cold air to come in. Because staff, with coats on, were inattentive to this I had to get up and close it alternating turns with another guest. Don’t get me started on the quality of the food. Nope. Not for that price. This was a birthday gift and an embarrassing one at that.
    

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