Congratulations to RVVA member Vineyard Grant James! They were listed recently in Travel+Leisure as the #2 winery to visit in the U.S. A full press release follows. Travel + Leisure Chooses Ramona Winery, Vineyard Grant James, as #2 Winery in U.S. to Visit Ramona, Calif., June 8, 2017 – Travel + Leisure, a leading travel publication,…

Finally tried the burger menu at Nuevo Grill recently. Their burger selections are simple and straight forward, with 6 to choose from, including a Buffalo Burger. Side choices include fries, or BBQ beans. I ordered the Sonoran Burger for $10.99. It’s a half pound burger topped with mild green chiles, jack cheese and ancho chile…

My wife and I recently began a new review series on restaurant hamburgers in Ramona. Our inaugural burger for the new series was eaten at D’Carlos. First, the remodel is really nice. Layout seems the same, but feels much newer and cleaner inside. Lighting was on the dim side. Place was really cool on a…

We had outstanding burgers tonight at Cheers of Ramona! They have a reputation for serving some of the best hamburgers in town.  I can see why.  The overall menu is extensive, while the burger choices are lengthy, varied and unique. I chose the “Horseman”. For $10.99 it’s a 1/4 lb patty topped with American cheese, 1/4 lb…

Lunch at The Par Lounge today… Probably one of the most beautifully constructed Cobb Salads I’ve ever had… From the Oaks Grille kitchen. I think I’ve only eaten about 5 or 6 Cobb Salads in my lifetime, but this is still top shelf. Perfect with the balsamic vinaigrette. Review by Dan Edwards First published at…

This week we went to the Oaks Grille/Par Lounge for our burger. We’ve actually been eating these burgers here for years and they have always been consistently good. Their burger menu is fairly small and simple, but highly customizable. Don’t be afraid to get creative and ask for it to be made how you like…

Both Highway 67 and Highway 78 are beautiful scenic highways favored by bikers and motorcycle clubs for ages.  Not as well known, but equally beautiful and interesting a ride are Highland Valley Road and Old Julian Road.  No ride through Ramona is complete without a stop at one of your favorite local bars to quench…