Cool place with live music. We were heading to boathouse on the bay but it was packed. We saw this…read moreplace and ordered wine and sat down and listened to the music. Not too many people there but a very cozy and friendly environment. Only downside is that their bathroom is upstairs and a bit of a walk.

What a great experience. We stopped by in the afternoon, around 4:30pm to catch the sunset. I had…read moreno idea how beauifully festive and decorated this place was with their holiday lights and gift wrapped walls. Mark and Paul were absolute gems. We were able to get seating by one of the fire pits and happily enjoyed a bottle of champagne. To our surprise, Paul was also a singer! What a voice he has! They also had a live band and singer Chaundra show up about an hour later. The place is small and cozy. Dress warm as it does get cold but their fire pits and live music made for a lovely evening. We ordered another bottle of prosecco and a pizza (which was by far the most delicious pizza I have ever had. So much cheese with the perfect crisp bite - Mark is the man!). Overall, we enjoyed this place and will def be returning.

Forgot to write my review but I came here 02-01-26. Caught a good deal on Groupon which lead me…read morehere. First time at a wine bar and I enjoyed the experience. It's a nice spot located in Belmont shore. It's very clean and spacious on the inside with couch seating along with tables and chairs. It isn't loud but they did have some music playing. It's a good spot to chill at with family and or friends for a few glasses of wine. It's also a cool spot for a nice intimate date. Had the pleasure of tasting 4 different wines; 2 whites and 2 reds. I enjoyed the wines. You can bring your own snacks and charcuterie board. The hostess was very knowledgeable of the wines, sharing backstories of where and how they were produced. It was a good learning experience also.

STEPH JUDGEMENT: Delightful little wine bar with great service…read more The hubby and I came for a fundraiser for the LB film festival and we both thought it was a lovely little place. It was comfortable and casual, and seemed very popular with the locals. They didn't have a ton of vegetarian options, but we got the Baked Brie & jam with grilled bread and the Eggplant and Olive tapenade, also with grilled bread. I was excited to see escargots on the menu, but they were unfortunately out. We had glasses of a great red blend--alas, I didn't get the name. Service was friendly and prompt. We're not huge wine people but would definitely like to come back and try again on a regular night.

Wow! What a gem we found in this Seal Beach French restaurant! I had seen this place many times,…read morebut hadn't paid much attention to it. We were walking by yesterday and stopped to look at the menu and decided we would give it a try. The decor is very much as you would expect in a French bistro. There are blue checked tablecloths and art on the walls, and a long bar along one wall. There is a gourmet market attached, which has wonderful gift items (reasonable priced!!), and, of course French food products and wine (with win be tasting!!). I think one sign was that French was being spoken by many in this restaurant. We were greeted right away, and we're told we could pick out table. Our server came quickly, and was so nice and accommodating. We came in a Monday night, when select tapas, draft beers, and bottles of wine are 50% off. Neither of us was very hungry, so hubby ordered a French beer (so sorry--i can't remember the name) and we ordered a few tapas. We got: *Escargot in garlic parsley butter with warm bread *Soupe A L'oignon Gratinee * Lamb pops in wine reduction served with ratatouille *Beef bourguignon First, let me say that the food was amazing!!!! So delicious! There was so much garlic butter to sop up with our warm bread and escargot---deeeelush! The lamb pops were perfectly cooked and the wine reduction was also perfection. The beef bourguinon was the best I've had, and the tapas size, which is supposed to be a half of the regular size, was so big. There was soooo much beef--no skimping here. I know we will be back many times. We left so full and happy!

This was an authentic French bistro, with a big bar and tables where you can linger over lunch and…read moreshare a bottle. I will say that as a vegetarian, the menu was unfortunately too authentic--just like in France, it is tricky making a meal out of the selection. You can order croque monsieur, croque madame, French dip, onion soup, escargot, and frog's legs, but for vegetarian options, there was tomato bisque and a beet salad. Limited but good. I dipped into pescatarian realm and enjoyed very much the tapenade (olives and anchovies) with baguette slices. The family run bistro adjoins a shop with imported French snacks and small gift items. It also has a wine tasting room. If you are missing a taste of France, this is worth the trip to Seal Beach.

Art Du Vin is such a cute, low-key natural wine bar. I've lived downtown LBC for almost two years…read moreand somehow never noticed it before, but I ended up there for a date and it turned out to be the perfect Sunday afternoon vibe. It's a small, charming spot with a relaxed atmosphere. Just a heads up- there's no indoor seating, so everything is outdoors with a small patio setup. That said, when the weather is nice, it's actually ideal. It feels very laid back and intimate, like one of those hidden neighborhood gems you stumble upon. The employee working when we went was super friendly and welcoming, which always makes a place feel even better. The wine I tried was really good, you can definitely tell it's natural wine (in a good way!). They also have small bites available if you want to snack while you drink, though we didn't end up ordering food. Parking is street parking in the area, which wasn't too difficult to find when we went. Overall it was just a really pleasant experience. If you're looking for a casual place to enjoy a glass of natural wine outside on a nice day, this is definitely a spot worth checking out.

I absolutely loved this wine bar. Places like this are a rarity in LA County, and if you disagree,…read moreplease send recommendations my way. The fact that I've passed by this area so many times without noticing this little gem feels like a true tragedy. Though petite and easy to miss, this spot is something special. They specialize in natural wines, thoughtfully and selectively curated since they're not a winery themselves. The selection offers great variety, and because seating is limited, it's very much a first-come, first-served situation, arrive early if you want a seat. There's some indoor seating, with more available outside. The wine servers were friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable, which made the experience even better. They also host food vendors. There is a sushi spot right next door which is conveniently located next to the theater where you can score discounted bottles if you're catching a movie. Wines rotate as they sell out, so if you fall in love with one, do yourself a favor and grab a bottle before it's gone.

I have been to The wine crush numerous times for wine events, which is why I thought I would visit…read moreon a weekday. It was a nice sunny day, I had the day off and thought it would be a nice time for a tasting. My husband called prior to arrival and was told tastings were $25. It was not explained that tastings take place only at certain times. On arrival to the store the times were explained, and I wish it would have been said over the phone. The store is very dark, dusty, and not very welcoming. The staff member present continuously worked at the counter, not looking up and did not offer assistance. It felt strange that they only acknowledged us when we inquired about the wine tasting on arrival. I will not be patronizing or attending any events here, very disappointing. There are too many other options in Long Beach. R

Customer service could improve and be more welcoming. Needs more lighting to read the wine bottles…read moreand they need to acknowledge you when looking for a wine and not acting like you're that busy.

Awesome wine bar with great vibes, seating options, and wine selection. Costumer service is…read moreamazing! Reached out months after I visited looking for a specific wine I had and they were so responsive and helpful!

This is hands-down our favorite neighborhood spot! It's a woman-owned gem with the perfect vibey,…read morecasual atmosphere. They have an awesome natural wine selection that feels super approachable and fun rather than stuffy. The space is beautiful. The owner, Alicia, is wonderful--she's super hands-on and makes everyone feel like a regular from their first visit. A huge shoutout to Luna as well; she is incredibly knowledgeable about all their wines and always helps you find something unique that you'll actually love. She could honestly sell a capri sun. They also have a delicious dinner menu, so it's the perfect place to settle in for a full meal. Whether you're a natural wine fan or just looking for a relaxed local hangout, this is the spot. So happy to have them in the community!

Great wine AND coffee offerings, along with pastry offerings and charcuterie. The place has a…read moregreat ambiance with plenty of seating and always has a fun atmosphere to it along with some wonderfully great service! We'll certainly be back, and we hope to see you there. :)

Modern Cellar is a hidden gem in Cypress!! IYKYK!! The…read morewine....amazing! Service.....exceptional! ‍ The ambiance.....delightful! I love coming to this pleasant boutique wine shop that feels like home. Gina (the owner) always makes you feel like you are having a glass of wine on her living room couch. Such a relaxing and great place to start your weekend! Wine tasting & cheese pairings on Fridays/Saturdays. If you haven't already been there, you are missing out!

Google maps brought me to the SB Winery located in a quiet corner of a business park. There was…read moreplenty of parking. I walked in to a wee venue with two sommeliers and two other visitors. I was immediately made at home and felt welcome. I was shown the list of wines available for me to try. I ended up buying a few bottles. Looking forward to returning.

This place is such a hidden gem, I almost feel guilty telling people about it. It's super cute, the…read morevibes are relaxed, and the wine is actually so good. The tasting is only $20 for 6 wines--which feels like a steal these days. There's tons of parking (bless), and the best part? You can bring your own snacks and charcuterie. My friends and I come fully prepared with boards that would make Trader Joe's proud. Affordable wine, good company, and cheese I didn't have to sneak in? Say less.

This is inside Whole Foods on PCH. Came here today to return…read moreAmazon orders. Saw everyone eating Oysters in an iced container. Hmmmm, went to fresh seafood counter and saw that they have a variety of both East coast and West coast oysters and will schuck them for you. Bought 1dozen and Took them to eat at The Breakwater. I was given fresh lemon wedges and cocktail sauce, utensils , and napkins. Super friendly waitstaff and packed with all kinds of people.... My first time here and will become a regular. I forgot how wonderful this grocery market is. Like a Disneyland experience!!

A bit different being in a grocery store, but not bad. Good beer selection. Save a dollar during…read morehappy hour. A bit loud and no food though I think you could bring something from the store. Bartender was very friendly and helpful. Gave us a few samples first so we could get the beer we liked.

Happy Bday to our friend Toya. This is one good day here eating good food. Everybody really enjoyed…read morethemselves. By the way, our waitress Natalie and the manager Patrick were amazing.

Went here to celebrate my birthday w/ my boyfriend! Our servers name was Roberto, & he was…read morefantastic! On point with drinks, recommendations & making us feel special! Thank you so much, food and drinks were AWESOME!