Great ambiance, great lighting, also food was delicious and serving was on point. We do not try the dessert menu so we will have to go back.
Abby L.
Came here to celebrate my birthday. They had good reviews so I was really excited to try out their seafood. I love seafood & I only eat seafood. I'm honestly disappointed as the food we ordered did not meet our expectation. Their calamari was so far only one that we are satisfied. Mediocre menu, too oily, & overpriced. Customer service is okay.
Juan F.
Great spot to grab a meal after drowning yourself in grape juice at the wineries. They have very spacious indoor and outdoor seating. We ordered a ton of food but the favorites were the paella and the fried calamari. I do recommend the kids meals for your small ones because it comes in a nice little bento. Ample parking too.
Rebecca Born
This was an amazing place to have dinner. My dinner was very delicious. ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sandra Miller
Always go for dinner, first time for lunch. So so
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chowder
Patty F.
We found out that fresh clams are available daily... wonderful find for spaghetti alla Vongole! Last time shopping there for the clams out. Addie mentioned the clam chowder, we brought a pint home...so delicious. One of these days we'll splurge and eat in! Thanks Bluewater Grill!
Lisa C.
I thought it was just okay; nothing special for the prices. Service was fine. Ambiance - not much.
Elizabeth M.
The food was not to stander for the price. Service was great though. our waitress was kind and considerate.
Nancie Stapf
My son and I went here after the movies because he wanted fish and chips, and I needed a place that served something besides meat, and Bluewater Grill fit the bill perfectly. I do have to say I was a little put off by the hostess who wouldn't let us sit in a booth because there were only two of us and to quote her" we reserve them for larger parties only" eventhough it was only 4pm and the place maybe 1/4 full.However, she did give us a "corner booth" as a consolation, which worked ok.Our service, though, was excellent and everyone else was very friendly and we very much enjoyed being there.The food was delicious, my son had the fish and chips which he loved, and I had the scallops (melted in my mouth good!). I highly recommend the dirty rice and key lime pie for dessert.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips, Lime Pie
Daniel Trahan
Food was excellent , service was ok. I rarely leave reviews, this review I suppose is directed towards management policy. I have a large family, and if they bring plus ones, we usually go out in a larger than average group. We have been to nicer places (not to belittle blue water), and more casual places, but never had an 18% gratuity hand written in my bill. I get that is your “policy”, but it felt like an insult. We always leave good tips, and would have tipped more than that. It just felt wrong. What if service was horrendous? How does one show displeasure? Really all this policy does is reduce the gratuity most would leave. In my opinion, gratuity is part of eating out and having a good meal, and one should tip well, but in the end, it is never mandatory. Also, having read up on this tonight after getting home, looks like CA passed a law last year banning restaurants from adding auto gratuity, so you may want to look into that as well.
To celebrate my birthday I decided on lunch at the Bluewater Grill in Temecula, having passed the restaurant on several occasions and seeing several vehicles in their parking lot each time I drove by. I had a serious desire for seafood, and I didn't want to drive or ride to San Diego to fulfill my desire. Having done my research I had my meal narrowed down to either the Lobster Roll or the Fish N Chips, which I would pair with a glass of wine or a craft beer. Upon arrival I was surprised at the size of the parking lot and how well maintained, with shrubs, trees, and smooth pavement. As we walked to the entrance from the car, I could help but notice that the establishment was much larger than I remembered during a brief visit many years ago, and I would guess the additional alfresco dining area with gas heaters and torches was the result of the COVID-19 era. Once inside we were greeted by the receptionist and could immediately smell the fresh seafood displayed at the onsite seafood market. To the right was the Bar Counter dining area, and to the left is the huge dining area with a nautical theme. Choosing one of the large booths, we were immediately greeted by Gwen, a charming, kind, professional lady with excellent customer service skills, and a warm disposition. She welcomed us, presented menus, and in a brief moment we had a carafe of water, glasses and some warm sourdough bread with butter. To begin our experience, we selected cocktails (50% off complements of Yelp "check-in"); a Mai Tai and a Moscow Mule as we perused the menu. The dining area consist of tables along the windows, booths in the center, and larger tables in the corners for groups. The atmosphere is nautical, tropical, calm, yet upbeat, and the amount of patrons that entered during our stay confirmed their popularity and approval. Their lobster roll is offered New England style (chilled) and hot butter, which I happily chose, with crispy fries as the side; the mrs selected the Pan Seared Scallops, and the crisp Sautéed Green Beans. When the food arrived everything was visually appealing, and perfectly prepared. The Scallops were seared to perfection and melted in your mouth. The Lobster Roll was nicely toasted, packed with warm buttery lobster flesh and with fresh lemon applied, I was extremely pleased. The meals paired with a glass of Central Coast Chardonnay, which further enhanced the experience. Blue Water Grill is an ideal place for a special or casual date; business lunch; romantic evening; small or large gathering; and even receptions, having a secluded party area outside. It was a birthday lunch I will always remember. Highly recommended.
Kozue E.
Great food. Great atmosphere The OBC burger is the best. The service is also perfect!!!
Leslie V.
Just went for happy hour in their bar to celebrate my birthday. I really hate to rave about this since I'm pretty sure it's the best kept secret in town. Nice happy hour menu, small, intimate setting, with live music. The food is excellent as is the service. Thank you!
Karen Atkinson
Grilled trout, trout almandine. Both excellentLocal sand dabs were tender and flavorful. Fish and chips. Coating on fish was crispy but too heavy.
Great ambiance, great lighting, also food was delicious and serving was on point. We do not try the dessert menu so we will have to go back.
Came here to celebrate my birthday. They had good reviews so I was really excited to try out their seafood. I love seafood & I only eat seafood. I'm honestly disappointed as the food we ordered did not meet our expectation. Their calamari was so far only one that we are satisfied. Mediocre menu, too oily, & overpriced. Customer service is okay.
Great spot to grab a meal after drowning yourself in grape juice at the wineries. They have very spacious indoor and outdoor seating. We ordered a ton of food but the favorites were the paella and the fried calamari. I do recommend the kids meals for your small ones because it comes in a nice little bento. Ample parking too.
This was an amazing place to have dinner. My dinner was very delicious. ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always go for dinner, first time for lunch. So so
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chowder
We found out that fresh clams are available daily... wonderful find for spaghetti alla Vongole! Last time shopping there for the clams out. Addie mentioned the clam chowder, we brought a pint home...so delicious. One of these days we'll splurge and eat in! Thanks Bluewater Grill!
I thought it was just okay; nothing special for the prices. Service was fine. Ambiance - not much.
The food was not to stander for the price. Service was great though. our waitress was kind and considerate.
My son and I went here after the movies because he wanted fish and chips, and I needed a place that served something besides meat, and Bluewater Grill fit the bill perfectly. I do have to say I was a little put off by the hostess who wouldn't let us sit in a booth because there were only two of us and to quote her" we reserve them for larger parties only" eventhough it was only 4pm and the place maybe 1/4 full.However, she did give us a "corner booth" as a consolation, which worked ok.Our service, though, was excellent and everyone else was very friendly and we very much enjoyed being there.The food was delicious, my son had the fish and chips which he loved, and I had the scallops (melted in my mouth good!). I highly recommend the dirty rice and key lime pie for dessert.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips, Lime Pie
Food was excellent , service was ok. I rarely leave reviews, this review I suppose is directed towards management policy. I have a large family, and if they bring plus ones, we usually go out in a larger than average group. We have been to nicer places (not to belittle blue water), and more casual places, but never had an 18% gratuity hand written in my bill. I get that is your “policy”, but it felt like an insult. We always leave good tips, and would have tipped more than that. It just felt wrong. What if service was horrendous? How does one show displeasure? Really all this policy does is reduce the gratuity most would leave. In my opinion, gratuity is part of eating out and having a good meal, and one should tip well, but in the end, it is never mandatory. Also, having read up on this tonight after getting home, looks like CA passed a law last year banning restaurants from adding auto gratuity, so you may want to look into that as well.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Fresh Seafood
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To celebrate my birthday I decided on lunch at the Bluewater Grill in Temecula, having passed the restaurant on several occasions and seeing several vehicles in their parking lot each time I drove by. I had a serious desire for seafood, and I didn't want to drive or ride to San Diego to fulfill my desire. Having done my research I had my meal narrowed down to either the Lobster Roll or the Fish N Chips, which I would pair with a glass of wine or a craft beer. Upon arrival I was surprised at the size of the parking lot and how well maintained, with shrubs, trees, and smooth pavement. As we walked to the entrance from the car, I could help but notice that the establishment was much larger than I remembered during a brief visit many years ago, and I would guess the additional alfresco dining area with gas heaters and torches was the result of the COVID-19 era. Once inside we were greeted by the receptionist and could immediately smell the fresh seafood displayed at the onsite seafood market. To the right was the Bar Counter dining area, and to the left is the huge dining area with a nautical theme. Choosing one of the large booths, we were immediately greeted by Gwen, a charming, kind, professional lady with excellent customer service skills, and a warm disposition. She welcomed us, presented menus, and in a brief moment we had a carafe of water, glasses and some warm sourdough bread with butter. To begin our experience, we selected cocktails (50% off complements of Yelp "check-in"); a Mai Tai and a Moscow Mule as we perused the menu. The dining area consist of tables along the windows, booths in the center, and larger tables in the corners for groups. The atmosphere is nautical, tropical, calm, yet upbeat, and the amount of patrons that entered during our stay confirmed their popularity and approval. Their lobster roll is offered New England style (chilled) and hot butter, which I happily chose, with crispy fries as the side; the mrs selected the Pan Seared Scallops, and the crisp Sautéed Green Beans. When the food arrived everything was visually appealing, and perfectly prepared. The Scallops were seared to perfection and melted in your mouth. The Lobster Roll was nicely toasted, packed with warm buttery lobster flesh and with fresh lemon applied, I was extremely pleased. The meals paired with a glass of Central Coast Chardonnay, which further enhanced the experience. Blue Water Grill is an ideal place for a special or casual date; business lunch; romantic evening; small or large gathering; and even receptions, having a secluded party area outside. It was a birthday lunch I will always remember. Highly recommended.
Great food. Great atmosphere The OBC burger is the best. The service is also perfect!!!
Just went for happy hour in their bar to celebrate my birthday. I really hate to rave about this since I'm pretty sure it's the best kept secret in town. Nice happy hour menu, small, intimate setting, with live music. The food is excellent as is the service. Thank you!
Grilled trout, trout almandine. Both excellentLocal sand dabs were tender and flavorful. Fish and chips. Coating on fish was crispy but too heavy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fresh Seafood
Good food. I love the black Cod dish!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish Tacos, Chowder, Taco