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Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Imagine dining and enjoying the stunning view of our vineyards and lake Ontario in the distance. Headed by Executive Chef Justin Downes, our talented team of Chef's create Niagara cuisine utilizing the freshest local seasonal ingredients. Toronto Life Magazine, Gourmet Magazine, Zagat Dining Review, DiRoNa and Food Network Canada have all recognized our 4-Diamond Restaurant as the quintessential wine country dining experience. For a unique experience, ask us about arriving by helicopter or extending your wine country experience by staying in our private Bed & Breakfast Cottage and the Estate Guest House. Groups welcome!
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44 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Rating Breakdown 44 reviews
5 stars
(27)
4 stars
(16)
3 stars
(1)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- scenic view(32)
- fit for foodies(31)
- special occasion(31)
- great for lunch(24)
- great for outdoor dining(20)
- notable wine list(19)
Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
10 out of 10
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The whole atmosphere when you walk in is warm and inviting. The million dollar view is worth going just for that. The food by far is the best I have ever had. Proper chefs preparing proper dishes with fresh ingredients and flair that will leave you saying "WOW" . Whether a simple stop for a glass of wine and maybe a cheese plate or a special occasion, this is the place to be for sure. I always mark my calendar for my next visit!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mother's Day Lunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My daughter took us (4 of us) to the restaurant for lunch. Upon emtrance, we were offered a glass of orange juice mixed with wine or whatever. We were seated immediately and the service was good. A man and a woman played some music which was very enjoyable and a added touch. The food served was very good. We all enjoyed the lunch. When the bill came, my daughter found out that the orange juice drink costs $9 each which we were not informed. We all thought it was part of the lunch deal. The restaurant should not do this without letting the diners know all drinks are extra. The restaurant is being tricky!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: scenic view, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 3 for Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very pleasant surprise
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We visited Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant on recommendation and very glad we did. We live outside of Buffalo so we travelled an hour but it was well worth it. Everything was fabulous from the service to the exceptional fare - and we are foodies!! The menu was a bit limited in choices but a nice variety and what they do they do well. The wine was very good as well. An especially nice touch was the live music of a single guitar player who beautifully played a variety of pieces from familiar tunes to jazz and blues; quiet & soft enough to enjoy conversation (we were one table away from him) yet audible to enjoy. A destination restaurant for us but we will definitely be back again and again."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 4 for Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Graet place for lunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Its a great place for lunch before visiting Niagra Falls or Niagra on the Lake. The view is just outstanding. We would have loved to sit out in the patio since the weather was just perfect. Unfortunately patio was not ready for lunch. The management should have got it ready in time since the weather forecast was great for at least a week in advance.
The food & wine selection was great & service was great."
The food & wine selection was great & service was great."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Sunday lunch destination
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We would rate our experience as 4 out of 5....the service was superb and friendly, the setting is lovely and the food was excellent. The flank steak and cheese board were outstanding. Two improvements for a perfect mark: more vegetable on the plates, and also some noise buffering. We came here some years ago and there was live acoustic guitar entertainment for lunch, and recall a quieter ambience; and wonder whether there might have been carpeting or some other sound-absorbing material which was changed in the meantime."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 6 for Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Never a disappointment at Vineland. I was there before and will keep returning whenever I am heading to Niagara."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 7 for Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Thank you we enjoyed our experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Thank you we enjoyed our experience. I found the food portions larger than a previous visit which would have been my complaint before but I was honestly impressed as were my parent's celebrating their anniversary. Very nice day, you staff were very attentive."
Dined on 28/04/2013
2011
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 8 for Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
5 course fixed menu is AWESOME!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The 5 course fixed menu with wine pairing was awesome and the chef came out to talk with guests which was lovely. The service was wonderful and it was truly a great experience."
Dined on 27/04/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 9 for Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Was very pleased with the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Was very pleased with the lunch, and will be coming back to sit on the terrance this summer for dinner and lunch."
Dined on 20/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a hit with our out
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Always a hit with our out of town guests. Never fails to deliver."
Dined on 13/04/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our party of 3 had reserved
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our party of 3 had reserved lunch and that process was very efficient. The Restaurant has a great balance of casual and formal feel. The 3 course creative menu included a wonderful scallop appetizer that was so good my wife asked for it for her main. The cumbrae flank steak was very interesting. Wine pairings with each course were very good. Service was prompt and efficient. All in all a nice combination of view, service, atmosphere and food."
Dined on 13/04/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 12 for Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Really lovely restaurant with
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Really lovely restaurant with a great view. Food was especially good."
Dined on 05/04/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 13 for Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great service. Wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great service. Wonderful wine selection. Great food. The scenery of the winery at the top of the Niagara escarpment is stunning. In addition, if you become a wine club member, the meal with wine included is very inexpensive."
Dined on 30/03/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 14 for Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We loved our menu. There was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We loved our menu. There was a mishap with our appetizer which consisted of mixed greens with goat cheese. The cheese was missing from the plate and was brought separately when we had actually finished the first course. The main dish which was duck confi for myself and short rib for my husband, were excellent. It was an enjoyable enjoyable experience."
Dined on 17/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 15 for Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great for special occasions
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was our first visit and enjoyed the experience a great deal. The dining room was lovely and service was attentive but not obtrusive. I had the lamb osso buco; so tender I didn't really need a knife. My wife had the salmon with quinoa; fish was wonderful but quinoa was a bit salty. Overall, the experience made for a great special occasion destination restaurant."
Dined on 14/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 16 for Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We always have a fabulous
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We always have a fabulous time and are never disappointed. Great food, great service, Great Place!"
Dined on 02/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We were the only people in
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were the only people in the restaurant. It was awesome!!"
Dined on 28/02/2013
2013
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Review 18 for Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Under-delivered
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"we were seated at a table too big for two. We found it an awkward seating arrangement and the restaurant was not full. Considering how not busy it was our server didn't check on the quality of our meals soon enough. Ordered rabbit gnocchi and it arrived with no gnocchi. second effort arrived with a runny sauce?Lamb Osso buco was tasty but nothing special. cream of sun choke soup tasted like cream with no sun choke but the pork belly & scallop were perfectly cooked. Guitar soloist provided the only ambience and oddly we were seated directly in front of his amplifier."
Dined on 16/02/2013
2012
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Review 19 for Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a great experience.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a great experience. The snow was cleaned and we had easy access to the restaurant.
Knowledgable staff.The chef is to be commended on both the quality and presentation of the dishes.
We did not get to the wine cellar. We look forward to that on a next visit."
Knowledgable staff.The chef is to be commended on both the quality and presentation of the dishes.
We did not get to the wine cellar. We look forward to that on a next visit."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Vineland Estates Winery Restaurant
Based on the average of (25) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
7 out of 7 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate