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    Monopole by WineRx

    4.5 (172 reviews)
    Open 2:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Cute bottle of water
    Liz S.

    Super cute place. Great wine. I ended up buying a bottle of the chaos theory. Very bold blend. Delish. Patricia and Rae very welcoming. Come and enjoy!!

    Member tasting
    Ashley R.

    I found this place after the fires. I really needed to be with my community and walked in to have a glass of wine. I made friends with the people at the bar. It was truly comforting to be around others going through the harsh realities. I have to say, the owners are like family. I've been coming here since and started a membership. Now I'm fully stocked and know 1000 more facts about international wines. I enjoy all the live music and artists that come by. It's always a pleasure to visit. Best part about being a member are the tasting parties. You get to hang out on the mezzanine.

    The guide they provide (top, upside down) our guess sheet, and the wine folly book we brought to help us
    Brigitte S.

    If you're looking for an unpretentious atmosphere to enjoy some good wine, Monopole is the perfect place to visit. Every staff member we have met has been kind and knowledgeable. Even when the place is super busy, they never make you feel rushed or like you're interrupting them by asking a question, asking for another pour, or submitting your answers for the blind tasting. We've been here twice on the Blind Tasting nights and we were very nervous the first time but they provide a good guide and let you discover the wine yourself with your group. In addition to fun events, they also have a wide variety of delicious and unique wine! I would highly recommend a visit to Monopole and expect it to be very casual, chill, and fun!

    Taylor J.

    It was such a great surprise to visit Monopole. It had only recently been in my bookmarks via yelp, but i'm happy I took a chance and had a great time for the bit of time I spent there. Arrived during the day at around 2pm on 4th of July and surprisingly they were open with limited hours so i took advantage of the holiday and headed in. I took a seat at the bar and hung out with the bartender and other patrons (who were already having a GREAT time). Everyone was super friendly and was even offered a glass of champagne by a couple who had bought a bottle. This place definitely has a Cheers -esque vibe. People mentioned that they come on a normal basis and I can totally understand why. Totally chill and comfortable vibe. I had a little orange wine (very different for me, as Im a red wine girl, but it was hot + I wanted to try something new) totally delicious and refreshing. Super cute little hour spent at Monopole! One of these days, I want to head in and experience the fun all over again.

    Wines from Chile and Uruguay
    Sara J.

    Small local wine shop with a bar top area in the back of the shop. They do fun events (food and wine pairings)

    Great wine. The owners and staff are AMAZING!
    John C.

    Phenomenal place right next to the Pasadena Playhouse! The owner and employees are SO WELCOMING! If you want a low key place to grab a glass and try some wine, this is a great place to visit. The inside is so comfy and the wine selection is good! No name brand, holier-than-thou nonsense going on here with either the wine brands nor the people who work here. You can also rent this place out. Ask the owner how! It's reasonable and a fantastic value!

    Wines from all over the world!
    Daisey J.

    Wow, must be new owners? Very friendly and great wines, great AC made for a nice place to chill and have a chilled Rose or a Sauvignon Blanc!

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    Very relaxing atmosphere with a nice wine selection and a few snack options. Very friendly service.

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    Very cute local wine bar with great selection of wine. We had a few glasses of wine and enjoyed the ambience.

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    Good wines at a good price, great service, quiet, usually not crowded and you can tell owner really cares. 5/5 strongly recommend

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    Fun little spot in Pasadena. We did the blind tasting and it was a fun game that they do on fridays! Go check out their wine

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    Ask the Community - Monopole by WineRx

    Do they have a good selection of sweet wines (dessert wines)? Also, do we need to book a reservation for wine tasting?

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    The 1894 - Gets super busy - Friday evening around 530pm

    The 1894

    4.5(72 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    If you love books, wine, and that cozy intellectual vibe, 1894 is an absolute must-visit in…read morePasadena. This bar is tucked inside Vroman's Bookstore (already one of the most charming and iconic bookstores in the area) so the entire experience feels like stepping into a warm, literary universe. You can browse for a new book, take in the bookstore's atmosphere, and then walk straight into the bar. Honestly, it's the perfect outing. What makes 1894 truly special is how intentionally it celebrates literature. Everything in the bar pays homage to the bookstore. The drink menu is full of clever, book-inspired names. You'll find cocktails like Pride and PearJudice Pride, Fifty Shades of Earl Grey, and other fun literary twists. Every drink feels like a little wink to readers, writers, and book lovers, and it adds such a unique charm to the experience. The vibe is super quaint and warm, dim lighting, and a creative atmosphere that makes you want to stay for hours. The wine is on the pricier side ($19-$21 per glass), but the quality delivers. Customer service was excellent. One of the bartenders spent time chatting with us. He pointed out a chalk artwork behind the bar a dramatic portrait he drew himself featuring expressive, literary-style faces, like Edgar Allan Poe, Gabriel Garcia Marquez, etc. It fits perfectly with the creative, bookish aesthetic of the bar. If you're into books, wine, and unique experiences, 1894 is a spot you absolutely can't miss. Perfect for a date, a solo unwind-with-a-book moment, or a fun night with friends who appreciate a good story and a great drink.

    Cute little place inside Vroman's to get a glass of wine and read! I saw that they have live jazz…read moremusic on Thursdays sometimes so I hope to check that out. Good ambiance!

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    The 1894 - French Pilsner and truffle popcorn

    French Pilsner and truffle popcorn

    The 1894 - 2 drinks trying to get "picked up"  Floral Spritz & Pride & Pearjudice

    2 drinks trying to get "picked up" Floral Spritz & Pride & Pearjudice

    The 1894 - The Warm Brie & Baguette with honey - absolutely fantastic!!

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    The Warm Brie & Baguette with honey - absolutely fantastic!!

    Purple Vine & Bloom

    Purple Vine & Bloom

    5.0(31 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    I had no idea this charming little wine shop was here, even though I frequent the Sushi restaurant…read morein the same strip mall. I was searching for wine bars in the area and this place came up. I was intrigued by the concept of a florist & wine bar combo, so I stopped in to check it out. The place is quaint. There's a section with unique bottles of wine for sale in addition to potted plants. An area where Gabriel works his magic creating artistic floral arrangements, and a cozy little wine bar where you can sit and enjoy a glass or two. There was a group of friends chatting it up at the wine bar, and they were kind enough to offer me a seat. Raymond, the wine expert and owner along with Gabriel, poured me a lovely glass of Spumante Brut Rosé. It was perfectly chilled and a delight on the palate. I had a wonderful conversation with Raymond & Gabriel. They are both darling and welcoming. I look forward to returning with friends or to attend a tasting. I'm also happy to have a new spot for ordering beautiful floral bouquets. *HH Mon - Thurs 4 - 6 pm $10 Select wines by the glass. *Private parking lot.

    Such an adorable spot. Great place to stop for a glass of wine. Inside it is romantic and full of…read moremagical vibes. With all the beautiful loose flowers and bouquets you can't help get swept up in the layout of this quint wine bar. Highly recommend stopping by for a glass of wine and having a chat with the sweet owners. You can tell this is a true passion of theirs. They are going a marvelous job. I would love to come back soon for a visit on my next day off.

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    Purple Vine & Bloom - Wines & potted plants for sale.

    Wines & potted plants for sale.

    Purple Vine & Bloom
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    The Cellar - A Wine Library - Another one of our favorite servers/ sommelier

    The Cellar - A Wine Library

    4.5(604 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    This was a fabulous special date night and makes you feel like a rockstar. From the velvet rope to…read morethe speakeasy/literati vibe, this place feels swanky and sophisticated. You can almost imagine a 60s beatnik, decked out in a black beret and turtleneck, sitting in the corner, reading Thoreau. The charcuterie board was delicious and the wine lovely. Great for special occasions...or a last minute surprise, like it was for us!

    Waiter Manuel. This…read moreis a review reflected on you, solely. Being kind is the moral of the story, from the beginning you were passive agressive with your comments and tone. Being in a party of 4 girls coming from high tea, we were dressed in elegant dresses, first comment was asking if we were coming from church, followed by eye flutters, short "okay" with an upward inflation to a joke about the day, an impatient comment about hurrying up and trying the wine while we were talking, asked for water when we were out, were left to pour the rest of our wine, didn't ask how the food was all the while was attentive to the table behind us, the cherry on top comment was when we were discussing the bill at the end, he was hovering at the table behind ours, then when we were ready, we asked to split the bill into 2, my portion on mine and the rest on another card, he then said "this isn't like a drive through, we can't do it that way" so I asked him to explain his comment, cause it was passive agressive and rude. After he wasnt able to becuase he wasnt expecting me to call out his rude comment, I had to then break it down and specify what I had ordered, he then sold "okayyyy....so how much, cause we don't itemize?" I had to again express for him to specify how they do it cause he has still yet to explain where his attitude is coming from and explain how they do their check splits, from my understanding it just felt like he wanted to play dumb and make me to the math, one I did he was like "ohh, okay" should have asked for the manager but we paid and left, I hasnt had this experience before being a returning customer, but he needs an attitude adjustment as his attitude was completely out of pocket. Do better Manuel, you alone got your place of work a 1 star. The rest of the staff was kind, facility beautiful and food and wine was good. This restaurant is not reflected in the 1 star.

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    The Cellar - A Wine Library - The coolest atmosphere.

    The coolest atmosphere.

    The Cellar - A Wine Library - Bordeaux

    Bordeaux

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    La Cave - Wine glasses.

    La Cave

    4.9(19 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Family-owned & operated

    Oops, forgot to post this from my drafts... What an experience! This all-vegan wine bar is next to…read moreits sister establishment, ID-Eclair, and lives up to the family reputation. The food pairs perfectly with the wine, and everything is genuinely mind-blowing to the tastebuds. The decor is meticulously and intentionally placed and makes the place feel so cozy. Whoever designed this restaurant is a true genius and perfectionist. They have a comprehensive multi-page wine menu that lists taste profiles and origins. I know nothing about wine, but if you're a wine snob, I'm sure you'll find great joy in choosing the right wine for you. The highlight of the experience was the staff working there. Emily and Alfredo are so very welcoming and kind. It's probably the best service I've received at a restaurant and I truly cannot overstate just how phenomenal they are. They went the extra mile to make us feel at home. On top of that, even though we've only been there a handful of times over the course of a year, they remembered us and even where we were visiting from. Thank you Emily and Alfredo!

    Stumbled across La Cave Wine Bar while waiting for our dinner reservation and I'm so glad we did…read more I've never really been a wine drinker, but my group and I wanted to learn more about different wine types and what pairs best with meat or seafood. The service was incredibly friendly and our winetender was very knowledgeable. She walked us through five different wines and explained the flavors and pairing suggestions in a way that was easy to understand. There was also a customer at the bar who was very friendly and showed us pictures of her wine adventures. She even recommended visiting Sonoma or Temecula for future wine tasting trips. We ended up choosing a red wine to bring to dinner and it was perfect. We would love to come back again the next time we are in Pasadena.

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    La Cave - Bar area.

    Bar area.

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    La Cave - Napoleon

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    Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery - Fried Cheese Curds

    Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery

    4.0(721 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    It had been a while since my last visit, and it was just as incredible as I remembered. I can't get…read moreenough of this place. We ordered the Gruyère poppers, scallops crudo, beet salad, braised cabbage, and steak, and finished with the strawberry trifle. Every single dish was outstanding. We almost added another protein, but our server wisely advised against it, and she was absolutely right. I truly love this restaurant and will definitely be back to work my way through the rest of the menu.

    Alright, so I was a big fan of Agnes and I'm surprised I haven't written a review simply on the…read morefact that they have deep-fried cheese curds that rival some authentic Wisconsin spots. But this past weekend I sort of had a bit of a bummer of an experience. I ordered a small cheese platter for my wife and I to pick up for an at-home date night. I added some cheeses we loved when we were there in December - I dropped them in the notes of the order AND sent an email to confirm. When I didn't hear back I tried calling, which went straight to a recording. So, of course when I picked up the platter it wasn't what we wanted. I was told emails aren't answered on the weekend, they don't pick up the phone and they're still working out the system. Thwarted by three modes of communication. Pretty disappointing. And for the $120 price tag, I was a little underwhelmed. I probably would have been better off just buying the cheeses from them, and getting the crackers and the accoutrements somewhere else and assemble it myself at home. I'll probably still eat here because there are some solid dishes, and the back patio is a beautiful spot to bring the family (pup included), but I just won't be ordering a cheese platter again, unfortunately.

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    Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery - Pastry kitchen

    Pastry kitchen

    Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery - Cornbread Éclair ($18) 12/2024

    Cornbread Éclair ($18) 12/2024

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