My best friend and I decided to celebrate our birthdays early. We chose Bess because the food and…read moreinterior looked intriguing. We were immediately greeted and they noted we were celebrating a birthday, everyone was kind wishing us a happy birthday. They even gave us a small amount of some prosecco to have with our dinner. They did notice on our IDs that our birthdays were in September, but we celebrated early because my friend was going to move out of the country to care for her grandparents, we wanted to celebrate together before she left. The food was warm and delicious. Great service! Thank you Bess for making us feel welcomed!! Plus they have a photo booth in the back, so cute!!

Bess is very cute and the restaurant has a lovely ambiance. I believe this is a newer establishment…read moreso I'm sure they will improve over time and I look forward to altering this review if they do indeed deliver in the future. The service: Our server was friendly but inattentive and busy running about which I found odd as the restaurant seemed to be appropriately staffed. We never got our water jug refilled and we had to flag our waitress down for the check. The table next to us had to do the same. This was in stark contrast with the outdoor tables who were well taken care of, I could see this through the glass window front as we were seated at a bar. The wait time for food: I had read through the reviews before coming so I set my timer to see for myself. Our food was served in 45 minutes, not exactly ideal. I understand food takes time, but for such a busy restaurant the turn around was lengthy. I was not the only person to notice this. Many tables were looking around waiting for their food. Towards the end of our meal I heard a woman complaining to the staff about their wait. The food: I enjoyed my lasagna, the lemon ricotta was flavorful, I wish they had topped it with a bit less cheese as that was a bit overpowering but I personally liked it a lot 4.5/5. The chicken parm was decent but my partner was not so impressed, he said it's a 3/5. Parking can be found in the back lot behind the store fronts.

Sadly last night was the last official day of Vendome....The owners have decided to close this…read morelocation and everything happened so quickly that texts were going through and a bunch of people gathered to have some fun...and drink and just enjoy talking with each other as we all have there...... Even though I wasn't as regular as many others I've enjoyed my times hanging out here grabbing a drink, doing some work on my computer, the owner allowing us to bring food in to just chill....watching sporting events at times....and just everything! Thanks Charles and Vickie....

Great place to catch drinks with friends or family. Vendome…read morehosts comedy and magic nights so be sure to catch it when the events occurs. There's a variety selection of beers and wines to choose from. The owner Charles is very friendly. The place is pretty spacious and clean. It There's limited parking in the front but there's lots of street parking so parking is never an issue.

The food was amazing good and all staffs are supper friendly. I will highly recommend to come and…read moreenjoy the wonderful Italian food

Rare find for an authentic Italian restaurant with extremely welcoming and friendly staff, simple…read morebut beautiful interior and ambiance, and great food. I really enjoyed their Mushroom risotto which I found to be the best I've had. Their Mozzarella tomato pasta (I got as a gnocchi dish) was simple but perfectly cooked. They also give some free bread. My kids split Nonna's meatball pasta, which they both devoured. Can't wait to come back. They also have pick up, can order online through their website.

Nothing to be picky about this venue! Min charge of $20 is…read morefairly reasonable w/this high end spot. The lot is low key yet big enough to relax and to be comfortable. Wine selection a limited yet quite nice. Salmon Creek-Pinot Grigio is rather dry n crispy. Red Blend from Opolo is very nicely balanced out in fruity flavor and strong as how I like it. 5-man band playing live Jazz is a high class level treat! BTW, you are more welcome to bring your own food here! What a great idea My 1st time here and it won't be the last. I enjoy this place very much Live Jazz playing well

This is a very nice wine bar and gift shop, with live entertainment and dancing on Friday and…read moreSaturday nights. You will feel right at home, you can come alone or with family (21+ yrs old) and friends. There are barstools, high top pub tables, regular tables for groups of 4 or more and sofas along the windows facing Citrus Avenue. Other events I have attended are with the Chamber of Commerce, birthday celebrations, fundraisers and even Bunco games or Trivia night during the week (Wednesdays). Azo was named "BUSINESS OF THE YEAR 2024" by the Chamber of Commerce. Representatives from various wineries offer flight samples of the wines on Thursday and usually a discount if you buy bottles to go. You may bring food in or buy snacks (chips, charcuterie, or pretzels). Occasionally, food trucks roll up on Friday nights. Very cool vibe and good customer service. Don't forget to tell'em that Rosemary sent ya!

There was a time when you could shop at Wing Hop Fung and pop in here to relax and have a glass of…read morewine & some nibbles. However, after the pandemic this space is now used for private events. I do believe that you can purchase a bottle of wine or liquor and enjoy it at the bar. I came here for a special champagne tasting featuring Cristal & Louis Roederer. I was impressed with the bar area. It's spacious with an outdoor patio, and there is a huge wine cellar. The staff were all fantastic and made me feel welcomed and told me to save the date for their Holiday Party. Louis Roederer is one of the leading champagne houses, so I was excited for this tasting. Champagne specialist Naureen Lyon described each vintage. The selections were: Roederer Estate Clark Road Single Vineyard 2020, Louis Roederer Blanc de Blanc 2014, Louis Roederer Collection 242, Louis Roederer Brut Nature Rosé 2015, & Cristal 2015. Each one was exquisite, and I enjoyed them all! Attendees also received a discount on bottles purchased. *Ample parking in the lot.

This is my favorite go to for all things wine...and booze for that matter. They have a serious wine…read morecollection here, whether you're looking for a two-buck-chuck or your high-end fancy schmancy stuff. The staff, Liz and Kang, are super friendly and knowledgeable. Don't hesitate to ask for help. They helped me find a beer that was almost impossible to find, and even ordered me a case! Talk about service! One last really good thing about W Bar...if you want food from EMC, you can have the food walked over to you at the bar. Good food, amazing wine...who could ask for more?!

Good beer selection. Good happy hour menu. Lots of TV's. Matt the bartender was cool and very…read morefriendly. Ordered the Cantina fries with Al Pastor. We came early and the place was quiet but had a nice vibe with good music playing in the background. Located in Old Town Monrovia and there's lots of street parking. We will be back. Please be kind and thanks for your interest.

Food: A-. Super glad I only ordered the rice and beans because it was the perfect amount. L-O-V-E…read morethat they have a special menu for Sunday brunch. Service: B. Really attentive at the beginning maybe died off a bit when I changed from alcohol to water. They were really flexible with me changing my order last minute without any complaints which I appreciate. Ambiance: A-. Started off calmer with rad music from the 90's R & B sounds then the football crowd filed in more and more as they woke up. This livened the bar up 10 fold and it was a blast. It helped that there was crazy endings to the Rams @ Eagles game.

First visit that wasn't to attend a special wine tasting event. Stopped in last night to try some…read morewines and food off their regular menus. Stephanie and Lydia, co-owners, were manning the front and kitchen areas of this intimate wine and tapas bar. They're both excellent hosts, very friendly, and love to discuss their love of food and wine. It's not a huge place, with intimate indoor and sidewalk seating areas. On street parking is limited, but there are two parking lots behind the building, off the alley to the east. One lot is covered and has a handicap spot; the other lot is open. WINE: The current wine menu (see my picture) has a good selection of Latin inspired wines from Latino winemakers in Mexico, South America (Chile and Argentina), and the US. The wine list changes and as they continue to grow, they'll be adding more selections and countries/regions. Wines are sold by the glass and bottle. If you ask, they'll pour you a taste before you order to see if you're going to like that wine or not. My "Open Bottle Red Tasting Flight" was just $15 for three generous pours of Pinot Noir, Carménère, and Malbec. Glasses range from $11 - $15...very reasonable. FOOD: They offer "Bites, Boards & Platos Fuertes", which are tapas style and shareable plates that pair with your wine selection. We shared a couple of orders of the Empanadas ($15 for 3), which were baked perfectly. We tried the Beef, Chorizo & Queso, and Queso & Membrillo (Spanish cheese with quince paste...great as dessert). We also tried the Brie con Miel ($14) and the Puerto Rican Picadillo ($16) served with rice. Everything has great flavors and is quite delicious! Overall, this is a vibrant, fun little wine bar with great service, food, and vino. We're glad that they're here in the neighborhood and I can't recommend them highly enough.

I had the opportunity to attend a wine tasting event in this newly opened lounge in Azusa. We…read moretasted three different wines from Valle de Guadalupe located in the municipality of Ensenada in Mexico. We had the sarape blanc, venus Rosa and Quetzalcoatl. The gracious hosts taught us the proper way of tasting wines. Delicious bites were paired with these wines. The lounge is quite small but there's beautiful inside seating as well as comfortable patio seating. A live band serenaded us while we were enjoying our meal and wines. Bands actually perform on select nights so call the place for inquiries. Wine tasting and paired bites are priced at a low price of only $25. Check their website to check upcoming events and booked asap because they tend to sell out fast. That's how popular this lounge and their wine tasting events are.

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.