What a cute little shop! Natural‑wine lovers, this is a must‑visit. Located in Normal Heights, Clos Wine Shop has a great selection of natural wines (plus some vermouth) from all over the world. Many bottles have handwritten notes describing the wine and highlighting whether it's chillable -- super helpful when you're trying to find the right bottle. They also serve wine by the glass, and you can open a bottle in‑shop for a small corkage fee. It would be nice if they offered tastings. I was between two wines from their by‑the‑glass menu and asked to sample both, but the host mentioned they usually don't do samples, which felt a bit unusual compared to other wine bars and shops I've been to. Even so, she was very friendly and attentive, and every staff member we interacted with was knowledgeable and clearly passionate about wine. They also carry a wide selection of canned fish and some snacks you can buy -- such a fun touch. A charming, well‑curated natural wine shop that's definitely worth a visit. read more

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This place is amazing! There are surprisingly few wine bars in this area (you'd think San Diego would have more) so finding this spot felt like such a gem. If you're looking for a sunny patio where you can relax, read a book with your dog by your side, and enjoy natural wines alongside cheese and small bites, this is the place. I stumbled in without a book, but honestly, it was just as nice pulling out my phone and reading for a while with a glass of wine in hand. The patio is adorable, and there's also cozy seating inside. Feeling chilly? They even have a basket of blankets you can grab on your way out to the patio, such a thoughtful (and very cute) touch. The wine menu appears to change often, which I love, variety keeps things interesting. They offer both bottles and wines by the glass, and if you don't finish your bottle, they'll happily cork it for you to take home. The olives were delicious, some stuffed with anchovy and all marinated in a flavorful oil with light seasoning. Along with olives, you'll find great snack options like cheeses, crackers, and an impressive selection of tinned fish. The staff was beyond friendly and genuinely helpful, which made the experience even better. I'll absolutely be back. So glad I discovered you, Clos Wine Shop! read more

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Easily the highlight of University Heights!! This neighborhood wine bar is an absolute gem! The wine selection is incredible--curated, affordable, and always surprising in the best way. The tin fish and charcuterie plates are delicious and such a unique pairing with the wines. And the downstairs market with tin fish and other DIY charcuterie stuff is super cute and affordable. But what really sets this place apart is the people. The owners, Paul and Juerie, make you feel welcomed instantly. Their passion for what they do shines through, and chatting with Margeaux is always a pleasure! They are all friendly, knowledgeable, and make every visit feel special. If you're in University Heights (or honestly anywhere nearby), this wine bar is a must. It's warm, inviting, and consistently fantastic! Can't recommend it highly enough! read more

First time coming to clos for an event and it was so fun! It was a wine tasting event in their basement. It was my first time seeing the expanded space. For being a tasting event I was worried it would feel really crowded but they spaced out people going into the event and the actual tables were well situated so it didn't feel crowded. They also provided jamon and cheese which was a really nice surprise! The downstairs space also sells some snacks and homegoods. There was a variety of chips and popcorn, tinned fish, chili oil, cook books, etc. it was fun to look around while we were tasting. read more

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This is the epitome of neighborhood wine tasting room perfection! Clos is located in the heart of University Heights. It's a thoughtfully curated tasting room filled with unique bottles of bubbles, whites, oranges and reds. Nothing boring here. You can enjoy a class on the sunny patio or take a seat inside of the tasting room. Either way, you're in for a treat. Food options are minimal but they have some nice cheese boards. You can also start or end here and grab a bite in the nearby area. The staff here is so personable! They're there to serve you something you love and took the time to understand what we were looking for. Our server found a matching bottle that perfectly fit what we wanted! It's like she could read our mind! I'm pretty picky and rarely compelled to buy a bottle but I couldn't help grabbing two oranges. I love a unique orange and they had two that were just so special I couldn't resist. The prices were also great and so accessible. Absolutely obsessed with this little wine room! read more

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Our server was super friendly - made great wine recommendations. There's a tinned fish shop in the basement of the store with an extremely wide variety of tinned fish you can purchase and have served right then and there with olives, crackers, etc. I loved that interactive aspect of our experience here! read more

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Clos has my heart! I've been coming here since they first opened and it's one of my staple spots to bring friends or visitors for a casual drink and some apps (or girl dinner). The staff is so knowledgeable about the wine and the charcuterie boards never miss! They also have non-alcoholic wine options. I already can't wait to go back! read more

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Cute lil gem. A wine shop for natural and minimal-intervention wines. They have wines from everywhere. They serve wine by the glass too and there's also food to snack on. The staff is very knowledgeable and would love to tell you everything you want to know about wine. read more

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Love this place. Obscure wines and lots of tinned seafood The owners and staff are kind and great at getting you to try new things. Hidden gem in University Heights. read more

A cute little wine shop with really nice people. Chilled here for a few hours with a couple of friends in the afternoon and had a great time just drinking wine and eating some snacks. They offer a variety of tinned/canned seafood including octopus and snails. Service was great. Just a heads up there is a $10 dollar corkage free. There was plenty of street parking available. read more

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My friend and I went to Clos Wine Shop on a Saturday evening with our two dogs. I had read the positive reviews of this wine shop, and we always love to go to places that are dog friendly. The shop was packed on a Saturday night. We had planned to sit on the patio but it was full, so luckily our furry friends were welcomed indoors. The place was small but comfortable. There is a self-service station for water, a few tables, and a small bottle shop with other treats to buy, primarily tinned fish. Anyway, for a small shop, I felt they had a decent selection of wines by the glass: 5 reds and 5 whites. The service was friendly and very good. They were able to give us a good description of the wines on the menu. My friend tried a couple of the whites and found one she really liked. I enjoyed the Syrah Blend. However, I do wish that they had something fuller and dryer that I could have had for my next glass. We shared a cheese board and a bag of the black truffle chips. We were hungry so I do wish there had been a bit more cheese or charcuterie to choose from, though the truffle chips were delicious. I purchased a few bags to take with me. My friend bought a bottle of wine that she had been enjoying to take with her. I noticed that if you buy a bottle from them and drink it there, they charge a corkage fee. There may be some regulation I don't understand, but I never pay a corkage feel when I buy wine at a restaurant or winery. For that reason, I would probably drink by the glass only when going there. All in all, we had a lovely evening there and I would definitely go back to see which wines are on their menu next time. read more

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Clos Wine shop is amazing. I went on a weeknight and it wasn't crazy busy. It was nice and quiet. If you don't know what to order the server does an amazing job in recommending flavorful wine. Would def go again ! read more

This place is really cool, I popped in today to check it out. I ended up purchasing a couple bottles of wine and chocolates. I really enjoyed the knowledge of Margo, who was running the place. She knew exactly what I needed. They have a nice patio and heaters to enjoy the bottle of wine on site. They have some olives, canned fish, chocolates, etc available as well. I would have liked to seen some fresh cheeses or fruits available. I would have purchased to enjoy with my wine. All in all, satisfied and will be coming back for all my wine purchases. Cheers ! read more

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Clos is just the best. My friends and I love coming here for a snack and glass of wine. The porch is so cozy. The staff is so knowledgeable and energetic. Also such a great spot to grab a housewarming / birthday wine gift! read more

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This is my favorite neighborhood spot and everyone is very friendly and knowledgeable about the wine options. I just started to become a wine drinker, and they always knew what to recommend. Always had a great bottle to take home! I love the location and the wine selections. Can't wait to keep coming back! And to the sweet owners, we appreciate you so much for bringing life to the neighborhood! See you soon :) read more

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Loved this place! It is the cutest locally owned wine shop in our area (university heights). You can buy wine to go or buy a bottle or glass to drink there. If you buy a bottle, there is a $10 corkage fee. They are super knowledgeable and friendly! 2 tables inside and seating outside on the front porch. Very cute! They have a few food items as well. Tinned fish and charcuterie, among a few other items. We got a charcuterie with 2 cheeses and two meats. It was so cute and perfect with the bottle of wine we chose. We will definitely be back! read more

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OMG. What a fun hole-in-the-wall spot. I know very little about wine, but visited Clos for a casual drink with a friend. Our server was amazing and so helpful in helping the 2 of us pick the best wine for our tastes, and she nailed it both times! Seating is very mellow and it's a pretty small place. Atmosphere is cute, service was great, and wine was perfect. read more

Awesome ambiance with a fantastic variety of wines. Great light gourmet dishes that pair very well with their wines. Service is excellent and the staff and owners are super efficient and attentive. Really recommend this place! read more

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A wonderful little bottle shop in University Heights. Good selection of many types of wines, and clearly labeled with characteristics and tasting notes so you can select a great bottle for your preferences. But if you have trouble picking, the staff are literally amazing and will steer you in the correct direction. The prices are reasonable too! You can drink the bottle in the store for a corkage fee, or they have select wines by the glass. They also sell various snacks and pairing items for the wines. Truly a neighborhood gem! read more

I love going here for their tin fish. The workers are also super great with recommending bottles. I just hate the corkage fee. read more

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They have an amazing selection of wine inside and everything on the tasting menu is fairly priced. I love that they have chilled red wine because it's so hot outside. The cheese board is great and you can buy extra chocolate or snacks to add to it inside. The service is great, they have indoor and outdoor and it's dog friendly. read more

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This is such a cute place. Parking is a bit annoying but it's worth going. They are super helpful and answer any questions you have. I've been there a few times and I've tried different things (cheese boards) (wines) I can say I enjoyed it all very much. read more

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Such a cute spot! The owners are so friendly and attentive. I haven't sat for a glass/bottle of wine, but am looking forward to it! The $10 corkage fee for enjoying a bottle there gave me pause, so I think I'll opt for glasses of wine to try more of a variety. If you like tinned fish, this is a great spot to get great quality tinned fish. read more

We found this little gem of a wine shop after having out pups denied entry into a big courtyard bar establishment nearby after having lunch at a different brewery. We wanted to hang out outside and have one more beverage and wandered down the street. This place is so cute with its covered porch. It was outdoors with shade, and they have a really nice unique bottle selection as well as wines by the glass. We each ordered a glass of wine and the server was so friendly and nice. Happily explaining the different glass wines. We loved it so much, we all got a second glass to enjoy more time there. We didn't get to try any yet, but a neighboring table got a cheese plate that looked amazing. As we left we all bought a couple bottles to take home. read more

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Clos is such a wonderful neighborhood gem. The service is always stellar and the new food items are divine. I really enjoyed the homemade humus (I'm not normally a humus person but I couldn't stop eating it!) Wine is great as always. Big selection of natural wine and they have chilled reds which we love. They have a nice selection of non alcoholic wine as well which I really appreciate being pregnant especially because it allows me to still feel like I'm having a wine tasting experience with my husband. read more

Fantastic shop I found recently in University Heights while making some time for a Yelp event...shopping local is always an adventure and this one transported me to my own country as I was able to buy some nice products to make tapas. Expensive, yes, but unique and beautifully wrapped. After all, I was getting some octopus and other seafood in sophisticated cans as part of a gift pack for my guy. I was surprised to see how many Spanish and Portuguese items they sell, also French and Italian. So it is not only a cute wine shop but the perfect gift shop for edible small items too. I like their patio at the entrance, very cozy and cute. Excellent customer service. I got all my questions answered. read more

Really cute wine shop in University Heights. I've been trying to branch out from California cabs and Clos had a lot of interesting wines to choose from along with items to enjoy wine with like canned seafood, chocolates, pickles. Paul was extremely knowledgeable in helping me pick out a bottle to share with friends. All I had to do was describe what I liked in wines and Paul picked a bottle I'm really excited to try. I also got a glass of rose and red to enjoy before dinner along with olives. Olives were delicious! I'm really looking forward to returning for other interesting bottles of wine. read more

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Amazing wine shop! Simple but cute with a great selection of wine. They have a wonderful selection of chocolate too. It's a nice spot to get a bottle and hang on the patio. They have small bites like cheese plates and olives too. Everyone who works here is super friendly too! read more

Came here with a friend on a Friday evening and had a lovely time. This shop is very cozy and inviting with a great selection of wine and tapas to peruse. Not a huge wine connoisseur so Emily helped us pick a suitable blend for our table. It was delicious. She also had nice recommendations for different types of tinned fish we should try. Loved the smoked trout! I hope to go back soon :) read more

I just have to say that this has to be one of my new favorite places in San Diego.. EASILY. Owned by such a cute and friendly couple from NY, Clos Wine Shop really has so much charm to it in addition to such good wine. There is a great selection of different wine bottles you can take home or enjoy there with a $10 corking fee, which is extremely worth it in my opinion. A lot of the bottles selected here are very affordable as well and start around the $15 range, which is really nice too. You can also purchase by the glass if that floats your boat! There is an outside patio right in front where you can enjoy wine and other available wine pairing foods at. Their wine pairing meals are also very well presented and delicious--I would recommend the Patagonia Paprika Mackerel as well as the Smoked Mussels. The seating arrangements are on the smaller side, so I highly recommend catching up with a friend or with a small group here. It's definitely a more intimate vibe, which I love. Also, at night, they turn on their dangling lights, which is really cute too. I honestly can't emphasize enough how great this place is. Clos Wine Shop, San Diego is very lucky to have you! :) read more

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We found our new favorite wine spot! Everything here was excellent, from the wine to the snacks to the vibe to the service. The service was really spectacular, everyone is so kind and passionate about their work. We love you CLOS ! read more

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love this place. it feels like a true neighborhood spot. the staff are kind, the shop has great inventory including non-alcoholic options, and the atmosphere is just perfect to sit outside and enjoy some tasty drinks and snacks. read more

The sweetest neighborhood wine shop run by the loveliest people. They have a wide range of wines inside, largely organic (not sure if all are), very reasonably priced, and wines by the glass to drink on their front patio. It's on the smaller side, but I feel it adds to the charm. It's definitely become an instant favorite. This is such a great area of San Diego already, and it was wonderful to see this new place added to the list of local places to visit. read more

My wife and I stopped in here and were welcomed with some of the best customer service I've ever seen. So friendly, inviting and knowledgeable. Paul and Jury (sorry if spelling is wrong) are the best! We got a meat and cheese board plus a trout pate plate and it was incredible. I could hangout here all day. read more

Love this cute wine shop! My friend and I were walking down the block when we spontaneously decided to come in. The owners, a lovely couple, greeted us and explained their menu. We saw two different skin-contact wines on there, and since we both never tried that before, we ordered both. Although I imagined them to be more orange-hued, I ended up liking the white one more, and my friend liked the red one, so all worked out. The only thing I wish they had was a tasting option where we can try a wider selection with smaller pours. For food, we shared a charcuterie board with 2 meats and 2 cheeses. Don't remember the names of anything, but per their recommendation, we got a spicy pork and a type of beef for the meats, and a soft (I think cows?) and a harder (sheeps?) cheese. Either way, it was a great variety. And even though I have had many charcuterie boards before, everything I've tried during my visit was new and exciting. Kudos to them for opening a fun and unique wine bar. I'll definitely be back! read more

Very cute wine shop in university heights that specializes in natural and organic wine. They have a great selection of interesting imported and domestic wines. I recently ordered 4 bottles of wine online and they made the process so easily. I chose a pick up time and it was ready and labeled for me in 2 bags at the counter. I had a very brief interaction with staff when I picked up my wine but they were very friendly and welcoming. You can also enjoy wine there during non-covid times and they have a cute little patio. The hardest part is choosing a wine from their extensive and unique selection. read more

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I've been here a few times and always have a great time. I know zilch about wine but Emily is always extremely helpful. Highly recommend.

Stumbled upon this wine shop on a casual stroll and was so impressed by this local small business. Their large wine selection was organized intuitively and labeled clearly in a bright, vibrant shop space. The owners are very friendly and knowledgeable of every single bottle in the shop. We bought 4 bottles and plan to come back again soon! read more

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Absolutely brilliant. Lovely people, small quaint comfy patio and adorable shop with organised sections of everything you're looking for, including some Spanish tinned snacks and potato chips. Lovely people. Total gem. read more

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Clos wine shop is just the loveliest little shop. It is SO lovely with such a great selection of natural wines, we drive from carlsbad down to pick out our goodies. The owners are soooo incredibly sweet. Our first time in and they really helped guide us and recommended some really amazing wines. They have an adorable front patio that makes you want to just relax and have a glass of vino. I am SO happy we discovered clos wine shop! It will for sure be our go to for the best natural wines 100%. read more

Clos Wine Shop - Some wines we picked up - the far left 'Lo-fi' was the fan favorite and absolutely delicious. - Wine Bars Near Me - San Diego, California