101 wine press

8049 San Miguel Canyon Rd, Salinas
(831) 272-3025

Recent Reviews

Kelly Ray

A friend of mine took me there to celebrate my ? & to see our favorite singer ? Kaye Boler & her band ? perform. Upon sitting up at the bar next to the door, we both noticed right away that service was going to be an issue. We placed an order for water to start & never got it. We asked another server who also took our water order....Then Nic the bartender came over to discuss food... then water arrived? Anyhow the food was decent (tri-tip ?) nice portions. I also enjoyed their wine-garetia w/xtra shot of guave tequilawine.? But the BEST thing of the night was Kaye & her band ?????Their vibe is just too big for this place. The band would be rocking, playing & singing & the locals would have NO reaction or show of appreciation. I was baffled considering Kaye & husband (harmonica player) are local prunedale natives. Anyhow, we enjoyed the show, but the service in this place lacked attention to those who sit at the far end of the bar or on the patio outside. ?Wheelchair accessibility: Parking space out front, side item doors, single bathroom to accommodate both sexes (?), wide isles, concrete floor (no additional rugs/ mats).

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 1

Steven Delenikos

Although the menu is small, the barbeque tri tip, chicken, and sausage stew all

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Garlic Bread, Sausage, Tri-Tip Sandwich w Mac and Cheese, Pasta Salad, Tri Tip Sandwich

Paula Burkleo

We come here on a regular basis, and the food is good barbecue delicious salads are huge wine and atmosphere is really nice. Services is great .We recently had dinner, and apparently Santa Claus paid for our whole bill! We didn’t know who or where Santa was but we definitely love this place .This is one of the best places in Prunedale.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lawrence Cline

As with the economy prices were increased too much for this place. On live music nights the drinks are very expensive and the usual bargain flight of wine is not available. And a glass of iced wine is not worth it . We used to go here almost every weekend now our visits are rarely so. Aside from the negatives the atmosphere like the food is always good and the service and workers are really awesome peopleDietary restrictions: Really not favorable for cholesterol restrictionsParking: On live music nights depending on the band could be harder to find closer parking

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Sandwiches, Cheese Platter, Tri Tip Sandwich

Bridget M.

I really love this place for date nights. It's very cute inside. They serve great drinks and have yummy food. They'll let you hangout instead of trying to rush you out like other places. I love their sangrias!

Edward M.

We stop here once a year when checking out all of the succulent nurseries in the area. I diddnt write a review last year Becuase they seemed busy and understaffed. I thought maybe that reflected my experience with the service and food but I was wrong. Today we went there for the wrong drinks the entire food, service was no good and the food needed all the bbq sauce in the world to swallow. Asked for hazy little thing beers each time first time they gave me a 22oz modelo then a 16oz mine haze. Yes I should've said something but I just wanted what I asked for. I'll just bring pbj sandwiches next year.

Sarah K

We had the 4 tri tip sliders. Tri tip on a focaccia bun cut into fours. The special macaroni and cheese was delicious, but also on the mini scale. The whole thing was a good appetizer . Definitely not dinner. Plus two beers and two wines. $80. We were still hungry so went to another place for dinner.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 3

Cindy D.

We gave Wine Press another chance last night and same review....Horrible, the first time my husband wanted a baked potato, couldn't do, only have beans, this time the World Series was on so we asked them if they could put it on, there are 10 t.v.'s, the poor guy couldn't figure out how to get the remote to work, needless to say we left, didn't even finish our drink,just wanted to eat some dinner, have a drink and watch the game...failed on all accounts, no more chances

Joel Falcon

I visited 101 Wine Press to catch the Garcia vs. Davis fight, and it's safe to say I left with quite a bit of disappointment.The most significant letdown was the food. Both the tri-tip and the link were astonishingly dry, and no amount of BBQ sauce could salvage the lack of flavor. To make matters worse, the food arrived cold, and the garlic bread was strangely soft, as if it had been sitting for ages.While the interior of the restaurant is pleasant, the service was far from the best. My friend had raved about this place, but my experience left much to be desired.Overall, I had high hopes for 101 Wine Press, but it failed to deliver, leaving me with a disappointing memory of what was supposed to be an exciting night out.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Carlos Mendoza

Amazing atmosphere. Live music on the weekends. Great staff, and great food

Matt K.

First time here. Just found it on a drive to SF! And omg! Best bbq sandwich ive had in a long time!! Just loved. Actually stopped by again on my return trip but they were closed on Mondays! Gotta go again!!

Veronica M.

Everything was great except the service. One waitress can't handle 7 tables. Even thought it's pretty slow and mellow.

Peter v.

I stopped by for a quick early dinner while my car charged at the EVgo station behind the restaurant. I told the bartender I had to be out in an hour and he made sure I was despite it being kind of busy for 3:00 in the afternoon. I ordered the pork ribs and salad. The ribs were good but nothing special and the salad was quite good being fresh, cold and refreshing. The meal also came with two pieces of garlic bread and pricing was about right for the meal and a glass of beer.

M J

Glad we have this place in our area. Great spot to hang out. Food is DELISH!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Alfonso Martinez

Friday and Saturday nights with live music, a good mix of crowds. Staff is very friendly, and the tri-tip is off the charts. Limited but good selection of draft beers. Great selection of wine. Recommend the michelada with a sample of their tri-tip to top it off. Looking to watch the game? 4 HUGE screens visible from anywhere in the restaurant.Kid-friendliness: Very kid friendly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Sandwiches, Sausage, Tri

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