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    Pali Wine

    4.2 (346 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Chef's charcuterie board is the worst
    Raymond A.

    The bar service and atmosphere was gr8!!! This review is for the lamest chef's charcuterie board I have eva seen and had. Especially when it has the word 'chef' in it. The menu states that it came with "cheeses" and some whipped cheese thing that was lameO. It only came with 1 other small piece of cheese, so ya already starting off lying to the consumer. The "bread" they gave was of the ends of your loaf try to find something to dd with it variety, more lameness. The cracker was tasteless cardboard. Whatever that hummus looking stuff is, also did not go well. Where's the honey? Where's the spicy mustard? Why only 1 small piece of cheese? This board is a travesty and makes Pali Wine look cheap, careless and unprofessional.

    Elizabeth N.

    made a last minute decision to stop by here for a glass of wine on my birthday. such a cute small wine shop, we were only there for maybe half an hour since they were closing. I'm not the best at describing wine, but the glasses we did get were good tasting, lol. I do want to check out the second floor and get a flight next time!

    Jason W.

    Wonderfully welcoming, friendly wine bar that offers a lot! The small, open storefront bar hides much bigger spaces behind it including a back room and a huge back patio. There's even a small roof area. Wednesday through Sunday nights there is free live entertainment: comedy, trivia, and music! But the staff here make all the difference: they are friendly, knowledgeable, and offer free samples of the wine to help you decide what to order. A great venue with great staff! Great for both date nights or large groups.

    Alex A.

    The wine that got me into wine. I know it sounds strange, but I never liked wine -- it always tasted like church to me, and the hangovers were even worse. Then I came here and tried their natural wine selection. The flight description said "light, refreshing, fresh," which is exactly my type of drink, so I gave it a chance... and loved it. Now I'm officially a light‑chilled‑wine person. I always feel totally fine the next day after a glass or two, and even though I'm no wine connoisseur, I can genuinely taste the difference in quality here. We loved it so much we joined their wine club -- and after comparing other clubs, this one really does give you the most value and the best perks. So thank you, Pali Wine, for the new vice. I'm obsessed. They truly have something for everyone: natural wines, classic whites and reds, plus a great location that's dog‑friendly. They host fun events like comedy night and trivia, and there's a cute little rooftop where you can watch the planes come in. The wine club benefits are amazing, and now I can't wait to visit their outposts in Santa Barbara and Anaheim, and their actual winery in Lompoc.

    Cassidy H.

    Went here last night to try some wine flights, and had the best time! the flights were so cute and came with a tasting menu, which was so fun and such a cute touch. our server Sylise was so sweet, helpful, and kind. she answered all the questions we had about the wine club, similar bottles of wine to try, and explained all the wines that we were given to try in the flight. the cheese board was delicious and incredibly large- definitely could be shared between 4 people (although we loved it for the two of us as well!). definitely recommend trying out this place -- we will be back soon!

    Great charcuterie spread
    Jonathan Z.

    Came in for a couple glasses of wine and had a great Chardonnay but loved my BF's red blend, the Swell. Stopped in on a Thursday night and pleasantly surprised it was Trivia night! They've got themed and non-themed trivia nights, super nice staff, and a charcuterie board with a delicious jam, creamy Brie, golden raisins, a seasoned ham, and an assortment of pickled onions and peppers. It was on the louder side for trivia but def a fun vibe. Looking forward to another visit here.

    We got a draft red , & orange Krush very delicious.
    Sarah O.

    Stopped in with my husband for a quick glass , while here the gentleman who was helping us at the bar told us a lot about the owner and the type of wines and the story behind some of the art , It truly made me enjoy my glass even more . The staff was extremely knowledgeable, helpful and welcoming. I'll definitely be back with friends next time we are in the area.

    Glass of red and oak sampler
    Kate W.

    Pali wine is a great spot in little Italy for a glass of wine or a flight! They have a great upstairs patio as well as a huge back patio area. The wine is fresh and interesting and the service is always great. The food menu goes in and out here likely depending on the season? Not sure. The oak sampler board is a large charcuterie board with teeny tiny pieces of cheese and gigantic piles of raisins and peppers so truthfully I would avoid it. Otherwise a great spot!

    market crudo
    Natalie P.

    Cute wine bar with great food! I've been here a couple times and always enjoyed everything. They have a great selection of california wines, and a delicious sangria. The food is a bit small portions/on the pricier side but delicious and worth it imo. The most recent time I went the service was very slow however, our table waited over an hour for a charcuterie board. It seemed like the kitchen was swamped because of a comedy show going on in the back patio - I don't remember any problems with service at previous visits including trivia nights. Will definitely be back again!

    Wine flight
    Odilia T.

    We decide to sit up front near the sidewalk to enjoy the view of the street & watch the incoming airplanes arrive into San Diego airport. We enjoyed the Red Wine flight for Father's Day, one flight was enough for two. You get to taste 5 different wines made by Pali wine. Upon arrival they serve you water with your wine :-). We ordered tuna crudo & it left an impression, it's delicious! We were greeted but the service was ok. We were trying to decide on wine flights no recommendation given & it was slow when we arrived. There was only one server at the time plus the chef in back. When we left there was a different friendly face & he acknowledged us with a smile & thanked us. It was not my first time at Pali but it had been a while since my last visit.

    Giena L.

    I used to love this place, a lot. Now it seems the service has gone downhill. It felt like we were intruding on their place of business, where ya know, we are the paying customers. The vibe was bro-y and we were told that happy hour was only when seated inside not on the patio-- where we sat. Which we were fine with. However, when we got to the rough top, another couple sat next to us-- they asked what was on HH, and the server didn't bat an eye, but rather mentioned that since they're being served by him-- he'll give them the HH prices. Hmmm, on top of that, this couple and another that sat both arrived after us, got served first (and their orders taken first). It's not the place yall.

    Solid Oak Sampler
    Natalie H.

    This place is very cute for a girls night or a date! Lights are hung everywhere and they do a great job of making it pretty. The servers are friendly and helpful with recommendations. We ordered the Fresh Flight ($35) and Solid Oak Sampler ($38) to share for two. I liked four out of six of the wines, which is reasonable, and the charcuterie board was pretty good. I would just note that it's a deceptively large board for very little actual food that is just spread out to look pretty. For the price I would expect a bit more to eat. I saw tables around us ordering some of the other appetizers that weren't boards and they seemed to get more food for the value. The next table over ordered hummus and got a large dish that they said was delicious, so maybe I'll try that if I go back sometime!

    Shaina F.

    Amazing time at Pali Wine tonight! I brought my parents, we enjoyed flights, the oak sampler, homemade bread board and meatballs - perfection. The best part tonight truly was Sylise, from her recommendations to the way she went above and beyond to ensure we had the best experience. My mom bought a bottle of the Natty Chad and couldn't stop talking about how much much she had. Thank you Sylise, see you soon!

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    We hope to see you again soon, Jason!

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    Appreciate you sharing, Jana! We hope to see you again soon.

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    Thank you so much for sharing, Shaina! We hope to see you again soon.

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    Julie Ann was an incredible bartender. Great service, Sangria is great as well. Highly recommend especially on a hot day

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    Ask the Community - Pali Wine

    Is trivia night Thursday night?

    Trivia is every Thursday from 7pm-9pm weather permitting.

    Do they allow dogs? Inside and outside?

    They are dog friendly on their patios, not inside unless it's a service dog of course.

    Do they serve food?

    They offer a fantastic menu, that pairs well with the incredible wine!

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    Review Highlights - Pali Wine

    Great wine variety and membership perks, and the team (Daniel, Connor, Dylan and more!) are wonderful.

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    4.8(170 reviews)
    18.8 mi
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    We live near this winery and it is the only place I can find my FAVORITE wine. I refuse to say…read morewhich wine it is because then it will sell out! I have turned all my friend's onto it & I am so thankful to have such nice & kind people running this winery. They have always been so generous with their pours & they have always figured out a way for me to get my hands on my favorite wine. I also visit this winery when my family participates as a vendor during their craft/vendor fairs a couple times a year. I bring my daughter with me & sometimes a friend of hers & we always have a really great time. I have been here several times, well, more than several times. Though I am not a member, I sure feel treated like I am a member. I have attended & held fundraisers here & I have been here for live music or just a quiet place to have girlfriend talk. I love that there are different things happening different days, but it isn't overwhelming like other wineries that get so incredibly busy that they lose their charm completely. I appreciate Koi Zen for the zen it brings me. I would 10/10 recommend if you are looking for a place to enjoy wine with friends and/or family. Looking forward to my next visit, even though I just walked out with 3 bottles of my favorite wine tonight! Lisa & Darius & their staff are all great & deserve all the kudos. They all work really hard. With love, The birthday girl

    This local winery has very good red wines and they have events and classes every week. Glad to have…read morea place like this in the Carmel Mountain area.

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