BERNARDO WINERY - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Hours? And do you require reservations?
The winery is open Wednesday through Saturday 11-8 and Sunday 11-6. Reservations are not required for the tasting room or Kitchen . For groups larger than 20 or for bus groups, please call ahead or email events@bernardowinery.com.
Do you offer food there as well?
Absolutely. You can order our famous wood-fired pizza, pasta as well as a great assortment of wine-friendly appetizers from our Kitchen, located in the center of the courtyard.
How does your wine tasting work?
We offer traditional wine tasting at our counter as well as a wine flight of three wines that you take to your table in a cute Instagram-able holder. You can also order wine by the bottle and our house-made sangria by the pitcher.
I have someone in my party that doesn't drink wine...
No problem! We also offer local craft beers on tap in our tasting room as well as a variety of non-alcoholic drinks in our Kitchen. Before 5pm, you can also visit Manzanita Roasting Co. for a great cup of coffee, espresso drinks, teas and smoothies.
Can I reserve a table for my group?
All seating is first come, first serve at the winery, with a wide assortment of seating styles for everyone, from tables to Adirondack chairs. Tables may not be moved or pushed together. If you would like to reserve the gazebo ahead of your visit, for your group of 8-20, you can do so on our reservations tab. The gazebo maximum is 20 people and does not include food or beverage or a server, it reserves the space for you and your guests for up to 3 hours.
Do you offer wine for sale on your website?
Yes we do. Just visit our online shop here on our website. Currently we only ship within California.
You have a village of shops?
Yes, the winery village shops are located throughout our rustic and original buildings in the winery courtyard and have a vast array of unique items. They are open 11-6 Wednesday thru Sunday. Manzanita Roasting Company is open 9-5 Wednesday - Sunday. You can even take your glass of wine with you while you shop in our village shops! Thank you for supporting small businesses!
Do you have live music?
Currently we do not, but we have some great background music over our speaker system. We do have a ticketed Sunset concert series August-October, with tickets available on our website.
Do you allow pets?
As much as we love our furry friends, no pets are permitted on the winery grounds. NO exceptions. ADA recognized service dogs that are individually trained to perform tasks for people with disabilities are always welcome. This does not include Emotional support animals. Misrepresenting a pet as a service dog is a misdemeanor under California law.
Do you allow outside Food and Beverages?
No, we do not. And though we may look park-like, the winery is privately owned, and picnicking with outside food and beverages is never permitted.
Are children welcome at the winery?
Yes! Please note that children must remain with a parent or guardian at all times and no running, roughhousing or climbing is permitted. Also we ask that that they refrain from picking flowers, fruit or foliage. Please note that our tasting room and tasting room patio are 21+ only. Our food menu is very family friendly, we have a coffee shop with non-alcoholic drinks and snacks and a fun candy and gelato shop. We also have ample seating in our courtyard and kitchen patio for families.
What about photography sessions at the winery?
Access to the property for the purpose of private photography including portrait, family photos, group photos or for professional use is strictly by appointment only, on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Please refer to our photography agreement, located in the footer menu on our website for more information and instructions. Please note that weekend school group photography such as Prom and Homecoming are not permitted on the privately owned winery grounds, no exceptions. Weekend use of the winery is for customers and special event guests only.