Monets Wine Bistro - Visalia

We dined outdoors on a hot summer day, and the experience was quite disappointing. The most significant issue was the overwhelming number of flies around, which kept landing on our food. It was clear that the restaurant was aware of this problem, yet they still allowed outdoor dining without taking any measures to address it. Additionally, our salmon dish came with broccoli that tasted frozen—definitely not fresh. It lacked any texture and was quite unappetizing. It's disappointing to see a restaurant serving frozen vegetables with a meal that costs $30 or $40.

Jennifer, the owner, is a fantastic host. The food was absolutely delicious, and we enjoyed a selection of mixed wines at our table. We were torn between two desserts, so she kindly offered us half of each: the salted caramel chocolate tart and the almond raspberry tart, both of which were delightful. We will definitely be returning!

The atmosphere here is incredible, featuring a live jazz clarinet player and charming twinkle lights. The food is absolutely delicious, and if you're a wine lover, you'll be pleased with the extensive selection of wines and drinks available. I particularly enjoyed the fig burger, and we had a great time listening to birthday celebrations being celebrated with live jazz.

Great little wine bar. Nice wine and food choices. Wished we were more hungry when we went. The lavender brie appetizer is delightful as was the crème brûlée. We would definitely be regulars if we lived near this little gem.

By far the best European restaurant I’ve eaten at in the US. And that’s coming from a European.