A true neighborhood gem…read more I just moved to the area, and I couldn't be happier to have such an amazing wine bar right down the street. Tala and her team are warm, fun, and impressively knowledgeable about wine, and they make everyone feel welcome whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or just curious. The atmosphere is relaxed and inviting, and the space itself is beautifully designed. It's perfect for a leisurely afternoon wine flight or a cozy date night. I'll be a regular for a long time to come!

Wait what? I haven't reviewed Tala Wine yet?…read more This is by far one of my favorite places. I feel fully comfortable walking in by myself and having a seat. The owner, Tala, and her assistant Adela, are always very welcoming and make you feel like you're going to a friend's house to have a nice glass of wine. Her selection is amazing and I love her wide selection of European wines. I've been coming here for a few years now and I've never had a bad glass or a bottle of wine. She has such a wide variety. Her pop-ups are always great and she has wines to pair with the food, if you would like. There is always something going on there whether celebrating the birthday month with a DJ, live classical quartets, BINGO, Sunday Suppers, and so much more. Her high teas are AMAZING- highly recommend that when they come up. I closed the place out for my special 70th birthday party this year and everything always perfect- everyone had a fantastic time. The price was reasonable and she was so fun and accommodating. We had a blast! Go there TONIGHT!

Came to this cute spot for a private event in the second floor and it was amazing! Plenty of tables…read moreto sit at and the bartenders were super nice and welcoming. My friend ordered pizza for the event. So the pizza is not from here.

Sip, sip, sip it up! I just LOVE sippin' on some wine, especially really good wine. Talk about a…read morehidden gem! This wine bar is hidden from plain view and tucked away in the Excelsior/Outer Mission. Some friends and I discovered this little gem while looking for a place to have a nightcap. Sippin' Wine Bar is located on the second floor of the Bottoms Up Bar, but the vibe is totally different. Not sure if the two bars are actually affiliated, but they are like night and day. The stairs leading up to the bar are lit up and the interior of the bar is just absolutely gorgeous! It's spacious and low lit with an extremely sexy ambience. The decor is just out of this world! They have the cutest tables and sofas. The lamps and artwork are very unique but visually appealing, and the tables are set with candles that create a very sensual vibe. There's a small but adorable little patio where you can relax and get some air. The interior designer deserves a pat on the back AND a few glasses of wine (wink wink). Speaking of wine, they have tons and tons of it! Their selection is extensive and they make it really obvious with all of their lovely wine bottles that are on display. I really enjoyed their Angeline Pinot Noir as well as the Kungfu Girl Riesling. They serve food here as well. We had just come from dinner, but a few of us who shall remain nameless (cough cough) were still hangry and ordered garlic noodles, garlic fries, and tater tots. Yep, somebody's breath was stankin' but it wasn't mine! Although I didn't try any of the food, It smelled wonderful. There was no food left behind, so I'm assuming that it was delicious! The owner Shirley was fantastic! She happily hosted our group and let us sample several different wines from her collection. She mingled with us as well and talked about the business. The bar is still relatively new and opened a little over 2 years ago, so she is still trying to generate more business. I'm hoping that more people will frequent this place because I really enjoyed it and would love to see it stick around. So glad we stumbled upon this spot, and I'm looking forward to many more future visits.

By far the best bar pizza I have ever had. The wine selection is fantastic and the…read moreowners/bartenders are some of the best you will meet. A true bar for locals and a great destination for those who are not :D.

Today is Cinco de Mayo! Oh boy this place deserves all 5 stars! Can I give 10?…read more In honor of today, they served Mezcalitas and tacos which are not on the regular menu. The spicy ahi tacos are scrumptious and so delicious I ate 5 of them! The Mezcalita was strong and was perfectly paired with the tacos. The bartender, server, cook were all very kind, welcoming, attentive, and down to earth good people. The space is classy yet homey! I'll be back. Definitely check this place out.

so cute!! my friend and i were the first ones in on a saturday late afternoon, but by the time we…read moreleft, it was packed! we split a bottle, and they were kind enough to let us taste two of the wines before committing. no food for us this time, but the larger plates did sound good. btw the menu also states a hefty discount for to-go wines.. what a steal! run by a cute, friendly couple. seemed a lot of patrons were regulars or knew them, which is a great sign. super clean (even the bathroom!). will definitely be back.

Husband was convinced we had stepped into Italy. We were served our charcuterie board and wine by…read morethe friendliest couple - they alone made the place super cozy and seemed to be besties with everybody who walked in. It's a small space inside and we barely grabbed the last table on a Friday evening. Scoped out Elena's right across the street and paid a visit there afterwards!

If you love wine, come to this place!!! They have an extensive list of wine to choose from and I…read moreloved every glass I tried. I typically love dry white wines and was really pleased to see they had multiple Assyrtiko wines to try. Food was amazing as well! Highly recommend their Zucchini Fritters, and Grilled Octopus as well! But my standout favorite has to be the Calabrese Pinsa! The staff was so nice too! I stayed for MANY hours hanging out with my girlfriends. We arrived at 6:30pm and stayed until closing and the staff did not rush us out even though they were already closed and cleaning up.

Looking for a nice wine bar with good food? Unwine'd is the spot! My friend had her birthday here…read moreand it was great! They were able to reserve a spot for 10 of us, we had a couple of couches to relax! They offer a robust wine list of White, Rose, Red, and Sparkling! I appreciate they broke the list down into Old World and New World. If wine's not your jam, there's also beer and other non-alcoholic drinks! Service was great and fairly attentive! For food we ordered: Spreads Platter: Three kinds of dips - Tzatziki, Taramosalata (fish roe), Melizanosalata (eggplant) Spanakopita: comes with 4 triangles Grilled Octopus: Delicious with garlic lemon EVOO dressing Lamb Riblets: Our favorite!! Great flavor! Different kinds of pizza: Perfect for sharing Overall, had a great time here and love catching up with friends while drinking some wine!

Really wanted to love this place! I'll start off with the good. The Smash-burger was phenomenal…read more Flavorful and juicy and cooked perfectly. My mom's old-fashioned was good and strong. We went on a Friday night, where they had a very loud band playing in the middle of the restaurant. It seemed the only people enjoying the music were the band members themselves. I mean that with no disrespect, there were the people located next to the band that were covering their ears, outwardly! There were people sitting outside, and as they came inside to leave, I jokingly said they must be from up north, as the outside temperature was 55 degrees with a light drizzle. They stated the only reason they ate outside was because they couldn't hear anything due to the band. It's an extremely loud band and a closed space so the music really echo. Unfortunately there is minimal weight staff. I believe that they spent the money on more servers rather than a band, it would be the best business move. Our server came to get our drink and food order, and then didn't come back until it was time to drop off the check. We had a runner come deliver our food, and they forgot the side salad. But by the time our waitress came, we were ready to leave, so we just asked them to take it off the bill. My mom's patty melt was OK, the meat was very thin compared to the slice of bread. My Long Island with also not great. It tasted like a well drink. I would've given 5 stars if the waitress was able to check in on us after we got our food, if the patty melt had better proportions, and my cocktail tasted a little more flavorful.,

Six of us were doing the SF Roundabout walk and The Halfway Club was the halfway point in the third…read moresection - so we had to come here. Plus they are open Sunday when so many places are not. We dropped in and were seated immediately in the back section. Great layout with a front area with tables, a separate back area with larger tables and then an outside area - take your pick. The staff was great, there was a lot to choose from and they are gracious in accommodating sharing. The three fish taco was outstanding, very crunchy, cooked to perfection, with a tangy sauce. Pro Tip - order a pitcher of beer if you are not alone - it is a good deal.

I bought out Arcana for a night and it was a hit! The plants and decor are lush. It feels like…read moreyou've left San Francisco and entered a jungle. I love the wood tables and the steps that lead you to a private room upstairs. The space is amazing and attendees loved it. They have a photo booth too. Staff are wonderful! Thank you, Naz and Ife! Amazing bartenders. They were so friendly, attentive, and personable. Many attendees said they came to the event particularly because they love Arcana. It's conveniently located near BART and multiple bus lines and some Lyft bike docks. I cannot recommend Arcana enough! It's great for date night, girls' night, corporate meetups, and more. It's welcoming and inclusive and the food and drinks are delicious and strong. Will be back!

Clearly says 9:30pm for the cover/ticket charge. I am uploading this at 9:19pm, but the whole…read moreinteraction started maybe 10 minutes prior. Charging the $10 event fee on discretion before the posted event start time seems... shady? illegal? My two friends got in a few minutes before with no cover. I was dealing with a bike lock while they went in. We were not there for the event but rather as volunteers from the weekly cleanup refuse crew in the Mission. You get perks as a thank-you for doing your part in making the City a cleaner place. We had just had a lovely time at another participating business (Beehive) and planned on Arcana being our final stop. Thankfully I was able to use the restroom without a fee, with my gear held up outside by the security team. While waiting in the restroom line, I told a staff member about all this, and the worker seemingly went up to the front to find out what's going on. The line took a few minutes, my friends also bumped into me, and I told them I'd likely wait for them outside the business post-restroom while they finished their wine. Already reported to the Mayor's Office. Maybe I'll add BBB. Should be honest and equitable! Four out of 200+ reviews by me have been one star, so I rarely share negativity. It's all rather unfortunate as other visits here went off without an issue. I warned a group of four about all this while I waited out front, and after talking to the front door folks, they left and thanked me for the advice. Please be careful if you visit here. . . .

About 14 if us went to celebrate my son's 30th Bday b4 they go to Vegas 2morrow. Everything was…read moregreat. The table was set very nicely with candles burning. I said, "ooohh" when we walked in. Looks FANCY!!! As soon as my husband and I found our way to a seat attention was immediately paid with pouring of water for us in these cute little glasses. Immediately after a glass of the wine that was already open on the table. My son and his finance were sitting across from us so the four of us shared a few things. The portions aren't that big but surprisingly was enough. Along with the several bottles of wine we shared. The service was exceptional. They took the time to explain where the different cheeses came from on the cheese platter my soon to be daughter in law ordered. It was pretty cool to taste cheese from across the world! They explained the different sauces and how they were made. Enjoyed it!!! We had the steak dish, yumm...the empanadas, could have ordered a couple more orders of four. The sauce on the plate had a little bite to it! Loved it!!! The passion fruit ceviche (I don't recall what they called it on the menu) was delish. The taro chips went great with it and the way they sat in the bowl I thought it was decoration at first. I used the juice as a dip for the yuka fries as well. Just about everything that touched my plate I scooted through that ceviche juice. lol and the empanada sauce!! We sang happy birthday and they cut and served the cake for us. We also had espresso in these super cute espresso cups and saucers!! She was so excited to get to use the machine! Her excitement was contagious!! We were excited to receive and drink it!! Well with the excitement!!! Oh did I mention how cute the place is. Definitely could bring a date here. There were a couple of people on dates, while we're were there. I will definitely be back and HIGHLY ENCOURAGE you to go check it out for yourself! Oh yea, we shared the octopus it was great!! It wasn't too chewy and the sauce that THAT was in... mmm mmm good!!' Ok, I hope you enjoy your good ad much as were enjoyed ours!!!

Impromptu weeknight pop in with party of 5. One final table available which we were able to snag…read more Recommend reservations. It was busy the night we arrived but we got lucky with the walk in. Atmosphere is dim, perfect for a date or hanging with friends. Good music. Entire front of house is run by husband wife owners Joel and Natalia. They are both so friendly and accomodating, making the experience warm. Joel is the former wine director at La Mar and is very experienced. We ordered a wine flight and let Joel choose our three pours, all of which were fantastic. Favorite was a Domaine des Aubuisieres "Cuvee de Silex" Vouvray. - cheese board - seasonal cheeses and jams with sourdough that complimented the wine nicely - cebiche - market fish, maine scallops, octopus, leche de tigre - fresh fish with a bit of a kick

First time we walked in here based on Google and Yelp reviews, we thought we walked into the wrong…read moreplace, thankfully we doubled back immediately, and have returned often. Wonderful vibe, feels like a much cooler friend's living room, varied and chill music (DJs on occasion), hilarious bartender, lovely variety of seating (unless it's Tuesday, for trivia you need to get there by 6-6:30), tucked away corners for dates, lovely bar seats for the social clientele or sports fans, coffee table encircled group seating, outdoor parklet...But my favorite nuances: 1. Lovely N.A. Options and CBD spritzers (the cherry is delightful), and 2. Thank you for having full bags of chips and snacks, not just little overpriced bar snack sizes. Some long days require a full bag.

Excellent large selection of beer on draught, loved the dark graham-cracker stout and the hefe…read more There's some simple seating and plants, an unassuming chill bar. The music playing the entire time absolutely banged, we were very impressed. It was old-school rock.

Great little wine bar and delicious food. It's a cosy place to hang out and drink good wineread more

I just went a two week tour through Italy eating a ton of eggplant parmesan throughout the boot,…read moreand I feel even more confident saying the best eggplant parmesan I've ever had is at VinoRosso in San Francisco!