Warning...when you think of a winery, you think of outdoor rolling hills of greenery...this is NOT…read morethat. However, this is a beautiful gem in the hustle bustle of the city. It's a small getaway that will leave you happy because of the wine and the wonderful customer service. They have good hearty food as well. I have been here several times and every time the service is awesome. This is the home of Stella Rosa, and after taking the tour the first time, I found out how Stella Rosa started. You don't have to take a full tour as they do have counter tastings which will educate you about the selections they do have. Please know San Antonio is a legit winery with high quality selections. Not a place to miss out on.

I work across the street from the winery at LA General, so in the decade and a half I've worked…read morethere we would go to the winery to celebrate numerous birthdays and events without incident and a decent to great experience. Today was the complete opposite- and it was 100% due to poor customer service. We went to lunch to celebrate my boss getting her advanced degree- In preparation, I called to make a reservation. In the past we were able to do this, but their Supervisor Sheri who answered the phone told me they couldn't do this anymore but they would take note we were coming with a large party. I just didn't want to catch their staff off guard, and thanked her. We arrived right at opening and were the first individuals there. My first few coworkers paid for their food and noticed their was a 22% gratuity tacked on- when she asked what it was for the cashier said- "because you guys are a party of 20, we charge this for anything greater than 8". We understand this is normal restaurant etiquette, but that's when a party is usually sat together. They told us they could not sit us together. That the tables were set as 6.. my coworker then stated if we aren't sat together if wasn't really fair we were forced gratuity, and said - it would be the same as if we came in separate parties- that's when the cashier Denisse rolled her eyes and Martin the lead waiter pointed to 4 sides of the room and said in Spanish, " fine sit them all far apart from each other." Not realizing some of us spoke Spanish, or frankly not caring, we said it was petty and asked to talk to whoever was in charge. It happened to be Sheri- she kept insisting she explained to me on the phone no reservations could be made. I explained to her- If no extra service is rendered why even force a gratuity? She could only state "because it's policy". She kept coming back as if our complaint was paying the 22% forced gratuity- we politely reminded her NO it was the complete rudeness of her staff.. We had patronized this location all throughout our careers, even ordering takeout the many years during COVID when it was take out only since we favor local over corporate.. at this point I can safely say they lost 24 long term patrons and their families today. And if asked my opinion where to eat after work to celebrate- it won't be at the winery anymore.

Sweet spot and local. They opened before the pandemic and by chance I was invited to a birthday…read morelast weekend. So fortunate to have been introduced to Angeleno Wine Company. All wines are local to Los Angeles county. By the bottle or glass, average price is $15/glass. Parties and dogs are welcome. Service is excellent, staff is super friendly. More of a small location but outside food is welcome, definitely a bonus.

Established in 2014 Angelino Wine Co is the first winery to open in DTLA since prohibition. Founded…read moreby Jasper Dickson & Amy Luftig, this boutique winery specializes in naturally made wines produced from grapes grown in small family-owned vineyards in L.A. Their operations are housed in a 94-year-old building that was made from recycled bricks from the first L.A. City Hall, which is pretty cool. There are tables so you can sit and enjoy a glass $14 or a flight for $20. You can also bring your own food and reserve the place for a special occasion. The staff here are fantastic - friendly & knowledgeable about their wines and they will pour you a glass with enthusiasm. My friends are members here, so I joined them one evening. Zochi helped us choose our selections, and she is darling. I started with a glass of the Alonso Family Vineyard Gold Line - an orange wine made with Moscato & Albarino grapes. When I hear the word Moscato I automatically think sweet, but this was dry with tropical notes. I also had a glass of the Meadow Rose, which was made from Graciano grapes. This rosé was dry & crisp with a light bouquet. I enjoyed both and signed up for their newsletter so I can be informed of special releases & events. Small parking lot or parking across the street. Dog friendly Membership ranges from $125 - $445

I've been coming to San Antonio Winery for a few years and I had no idea that outside was a…read morecompletely different restaurant. It is not cafeteria style, but actually restaurant-style service. I had the chicken fricassée. The dish was so tasty and came with vegetables beneath it. Service and ambiance were good.

We came in for brunch on Sunday as a party of 9 celebrating a birthday, and everything was…read moreabsolutely amazing! The food was delicious, fresh, and beautifully prepared. Even with a larger group, everything came out great and the service never missed a beat. Our waiter, Garrett, truly made the experience even better. He was attentive, funny, and made sure everyone at the table was taken care of. His great attitude and sense of humor made the celebration feel even more special. It's not always easy for a restaurant to handle a larger group so smoothly, but they did an incredible job. We had such a great time and will definitely be coming back!

They have a really good selection of small vineyards, I went looking for a specific Verdejo from…read moreSpain and they had it! While there I also picked up a bottle of Albariño. The service was quirky after yapping with the French man who checked me out. The ambience is nice, fresh and like their layout.

My boyfriend and I stopped by after purchasing coffee beans from Maru. We were looking for a…read morespecific wine that we enjoyed recently during Thanksgiving so we went in to ask if they had it. James was the gentleman who assisted us. He said they didn't have the one we were looking for, but said he had one that tasted very similar to it but better! He sounded pretty confident about us coming back to get another one so we decided to trust him and bought it. He was right! We're nearly empty and will stop by to purchase another

I have been here 3 times now, so we can assume I like the place!! Came twice with girlfriends and…read morewe all got wine flights - I love that they have 3 diff flights to choose from! Very cool!! We also got various meat and cheese boards which went well! And the most recent time my hubby and I came on New Year's eve! It was decorated festively and hats, and tiaras and horns which got us in the mood! We each got a glass of wine while waiting for our reservation at TRB! They even had live music with a lady singing and playing piano/keyboard - very nice start to our evening! Keep on, keeping on!

Another amazing Sunday afternoon at this beautiful boutique wine bar by the beach! The owner Amber…read moreis a friendly and wonderful host recommending the best wines to our individual palate and providing 5 star service! We were a group of 6 with 2 doggies and had a wonderful time! Best way to spend a Sunday afternoon!

My fiancée and I had an amazing experience at the blending lab…read more It was clear to us that the owners are truly passionate about their business. I had reached out via email to inquire about their late policy due to our work schedules (I wanted to try to schedule the Valentine's Day booking but felt like it would be too late). Magdalena, one of the owners, had got back to me and responded that they were flexible and recommended the booking for the day after if it would better accommodate our schedules and that the Valentine's Day snack would be available to purchase, which was very reassuring for me. Upon our arrival, not only did they remember me from our one email communication, they had already set aside the Valentine's Day snacks for us. Very thoughtful! The wine selections were either for red or white for blending and cause my fiancée and I wanted to try the best of both worlds (we both had selected white initially), they were able to accommodate the change with no hesitation. Our instructor, Dave, was amazing and the guided class was full of fun information and neat anecdotes. The guided class was very helpful in identifying things to look for in wine which can contribute to certain attributes, like taste, sweetness and such. Very light-hearted and, again, an amazing experience. Highly recommend for a date night or those who just want to learn more about wine. Oh and they also let you cork your own bottle!

My friend is a member of their Wine Club and always speaks so highly of it. When visiting LA…read morerecently I had the opportunity to come visit with her. We were treated so nicely and it was great to taste their wines and learn about their business. The location is very accessible and it was a great setup to enjoy wine with friends. I loved the passion Chris has when he speaks about the wines. I can't wait to go back and try more when I am in the area.

Closed Mon and Tuesdays but cute coffee shop and wine bar with complimentary popcorn! Chill vibes…read more There is a small lot or street parking available. HH runs front 4pm to 6pm I believe Wed- Sun on select wines (one white and one or two reds) and beers $5 plus tax. They serve pizza from next door and they have salad options as well. Wish they were open a little later!

Upon entering on a Sunday afternoon, I was surprised by the number of people! It was packed, which…read moreis impossible to tell as you approach the nondescript, quiet building. The chatter of people, live music, and mismatched furniture all evoke a feeling of comfort. I ordered the Sauvignon Blanc and was given a complimentary cup of delicious popcorn. As I sipped my wine and listened to the live jazz, I couldn't think of a better way to spend a Sunday afternoon.

This place keeps getting better everytime I pop in here. I swung by in 2023 when it just opened up…read moreand so cool to see this place doing well with regulars. There's wine, beer, sake, small bites (tin fish and crackers) without being pretentious. Everything is affordable and Hayley's good at recommendations if you're up front about what you usually like. The owner is always up to something busy but stays chill and available for all her customers. One time, I dropped by and someone was covering for her and this person was just meh - idk if they were just having a rough day or they didn't like me, but I didn't feel like hanging around to figure out. Folks who are regulars here seem like really nice down to earth folks you wanna be friends with. That's really nice to have a staple watering hole.

Best spot for a date night. They have fun events almost every night and the owners are wonderful.read more

Byron Blatty wines is a boutique winery founded by Mark & Jenny Blatty in 2014. Based in Santa…read moreClarita, Byron Blatty focuses on limited-edition, hand-crafted wines made with grapes from family-owned vineyards in Los Angeles. They recently opened a tasting room in Highland Park, so I stopped in to check it out. The tasting room is quaint & cozy. They offer three curated tastings: Monthly special ($27), Reserve ($40) or Library ($20) or you can order by the glass. I selected the Library Tasting. I'll be honest, I'm not a huge fan of reds but these were excellent. My tasting consisted of a Grenache (2017), a Syrah (2017), Alicante Bouschet (2017), & Evenfall (2016). Each one was well balanced, the notes were lovely, and the finish was smooth. During my tasting I had a wonderful conversation with Al & Mark. Al recently started working here, and she has amazing energy. Mark is also very personable and enthusiastic about his wine. He let me try some of the Anonymous, which is a secret blend and listed as "Origin & Vintage Unknown." It was fantastic! After trying Byron Blatty Wines, I'm now a fan of reds. I even bought a bottle to take home. I will most definitely be back to enjoy more of these delicious wines and an enjoyable conversation with Al.

What a gem of a find ! We did not plan to go but walked by and were intrigued-- not a ton of wine…read moretasting local to highland park. The wine manager was very knowledgeable and friendly, prices were fair and the wine was delicious! Left with a bottle and definitely coming back :)