Wonderful wine bar in Riviera Village with a great wine selection. Came here with a group of…read morefriends, and we all shared a charcuterie board and tried a few bottles of wine. We will definitely be returning!

Friends of the vine is a very good selection and they're very kind as well as friendly and cleanread more

This is a very small operation, a small team working a big menu. It is mostly Japanese cuisine in…read morean Italian format of dishes. I got the  squid ink pasta, which was very loaded squid ink in a good way. It was very unctuous and had a great seafood flavor with bits of well-cooked calamari.

Ordered food to go and ate at home. The chicken wasn't worth it, I wish it was better…read more The spaghetti with crab butter was supposed to be with penne noodles but they did spaghetti. I should've checked the order before I left but I didn't enjoy my experience at the restaurant so I just wanted my food and go home. The crab butter spaghetti though was really good. Like I should've just gotten two ordered of that instead of getting the chicken. I just wish they got the noodles right. Also, I wish there had been more crab meat. You pay about $30 for the dish, you'd expect more than like three small pieces of crab. But like I said, it was actually good. I would probably order it again, if I ever decide to come back. The ambiance wasn't great. The place doesn't look like a place you'd call a bistro with their chicken wire fence and signage. Felt more of a skate park to me when entering and sitting down. I had higher expectations but I had originally came for another reason. I'll see if I give this place another try down the line.

I'm very particular about food and everything else lol as well as Mexican food--especially now that…read moreI'm more mindful of how it's prepared--and everything here was cooked perfectly and tasted delicious. The shrimp and chicken fajitas we ordered were amazing along with everything else we ordered! The portions are generous, and you definitely get a great amount of food for what you order. The service was also wonderful; our waitress was so kind and attentive, and I only wish I remembered her name. This has officially become our go-to spot for fast, easy, clean, whenever we're craving Mexican food! Come check them out!

Great Mexican food. Located in a low key strip mall next to a 7 eleven. This was my second visit…read more The first time, I tried the asada fries and the green sauce carnitas burrito. What stood out then (and still does) is the quality of the meat and the sauces, which are flavorful and done well. Meat quality is higher than some comparative exican places. The fries themselves were fine, and portions felt just okay. Prices for entrees run a bit higher for the portion size, which is what keeps this from being a 5 star spot for me. The salsa, though, is fresh and excellent. On my second visit, my boyfriend and I shared a carnitas plate and a tamale. The same impressions held true: tasty food, solid, but entrees feel slightly overpriced for what you get. The tamale, however, is absolutely worth it, $6 for a generous, well made tamale is a great deal. At $17.50, the carnitas plate felt a bit high for the portion. Service is good but intentionally low key, which fits the casual vibe here. Overall, it's consistently a four star experience for me.

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!

This place has the vibe of a cozy neighborhood cafe (and I love cozy neighborhood type spots), but…read morethis place feels like it punches way above its weight in terms of food (creativity and presentation), hospitality, and general enjoyment. I mean seriously, the level service feels way more elevated than it needs to be. It's also a delight that when they bring you dishes, they give you a small background of each dish. Just a fantastic dining experience all around with great food. Easily one of my favorite new (to me) restaurants and my favorite in the beach cities. The menu had enough items where there was a good variety, but not so large as to overwhelm. What we ordered...and I really enjoyed each and every dish. Individually and as a whole. Headcheese Toast - a loose interpretation of a patty melt from Langer's Deli Bistro Salad - delicious light vinaigrette dressing Beef Tongue - a dish very personal to Chef Katya with roots in southern Russia Chili Crab - eats like a risotto and influenced by the famous chili crab of Singapore Lamb Pappardelle - perfectly cooked pasta with delicious lamb Fish Diane - an old timey way to prepare fish Jidori Chicken - just a really well prepared chicken that was juicy and flavorful with delicious vegetables

I really wanted to love this place. I read all the glowing…read morereviews and convinced myself the negative ones were probably just misunderstandings... but wow, I had it completely backwards. First, the restaurant itself is undeniably cute and cozy, tucked away in a corner of Hermosa Beach. Our first impression was honestly great, and we were excited to try it. Our reservation was at 5:00 PM, but when we arrived, the staff was still inside having what looked like a team huddle or group therapy session well past opening time. At first I thought maybe I got the hours wrong and they actually opened at 5:30. Nope -- 5:00 was correct. I understand pre-shift meetings happen. But maybe do the motivational speech at 4:50 instead of making customers stand outside after your posted opening time? They finally opened the doors around 5:10. Once seated, our server introduced himself by saying he was also one of the chefs, and apparently everyone dressed in white both cooks and serves. I didn't really understand the concept, but honestly, I don't care who brings the food as long as the food is good. These are what we ordered: SQUID -- This tasted like it had been marinated directly in seawater. Painfully salty. I genuinely did not understand the dish at all. Boiled squid with egg salad? Why? The portion was tiny, and we were hungry, so we basically used the mussels tart to dilute the salt enough to finish it. MUSSELS TART -- Actually delicious. No complaints here. BISTRO SALAD -- This was honestly shocking. It was SO sour that it was practically inedible. -- we literally take straight lemon shots every morning but this dish was hard to eat. This wasn't "bright acidity." This was weaponized vinegar. Bitter, aggressively sour, and tongue-numbing after one bite. We had to send it back because it was simply not edible. CABBAGE -- Flavor was good overall, but parts of it were so burnt that I genuinely questioned whether it was intentional or someone forgot it existed in the kitchen. Maybe it's culinary art I'm too uncultured to understand. FISH DIANE -- Delicious. No complaints at all. What ultimately made us decide we won't return wasn't even the inconsistent food -- it was the attitude. They still charged us for the salad we literally could not eat after sending it back. Then the couple next to us asked to keep one menu because they planned to order more later. One of the servers told them not to leave it on the table because she didn't want the menu to get dirty. The menu was a single flimsy printed paper menu. Not leather-bound. Not handmade parchment from the 1700s. Just printer paper. The whole experience felt oddly pretentious for a place serving burnt cabbage and acid salad. Some dishes were genuinely good, but the hospitality felt nonexistent and the food was wildly inconsistent. Cute restaurant, but definitely not somewhere we'd return to.

We had the most incredible experience from start to finish. From the moment we arrived, the service…read moreduring our wine tasting and dinner was truly impeccable--attentive, knowledgeable, and perfectly timed without ever feeling intrusive. You can tell this team takes pride in what they do. The wine tasting was beautifully curated, and the staff did such a great job walking us through each pour, sharing helpful details, and making the whole experience feel relaxed but still elevated. Every question we had was answered with ease, and the pacing was spot-on. Dinner was just as impressive. Our table shared the chicken, steak, and salmon, and every single dish was outstanding. The chicken was flavorful and perfectly cooked, the steak was tender and rich, and the salmon was beautifully prepared--fresh, delicate, and full of flavor. Sharing everything family-style made it even better because we got to try a little of everything, and honestly, there wasn't a single miss. What really stood out, though, was the hospitality. We felt genuinely taken care of the entire evening, and it made the night feel special. This is the kind of service and dining experience that makes you want to come back immediately--and bring friends. Highly recommend for a wine tasting, date night, or special occasion. We'll absolutely be back.

This is a hidden gem for wine enthusiasts who want to taste a variety of decent varietals from the…read moretop regions in the world. But the added bonus is their excellent food menu. We ordered the duck cassoulet, pear and Gorgonzola salad and a very tasty salmon entree. They swap out wines periodically. We were treated to some top quality full bodied reds (Syrah, Cabernet) and our server knew his stuff to guide us with our picks. Make the trek out to Palos Verdes and you won't be disappointed. We'll be back for sure.

The restaurant is located adjacent to Abalone Ave, different from the location that was shown on…read moreApple/Google Maps. While you were at the corner, you would see its noticeable sign. It felt causal and cozy inside, simple and clean. We arrived late at around 1:30 pm on a Saturday afternoon but the waitress was patient and friendly, guiding us to seats and let us know to order before their kitchen was closed. It had a lunch special menu which showed several special items at a very affordable price. We picked the Negitoro Bowl from this special menu (at half of the regular price). The tuna had a balanced fat and was minced in a manner that I felt it melt in my mouth. It's a good match with rice. The Kaisen Bowl had a variety of seafoods and all of them tasted very fresh! The salty fish roe made the rice more flavorful. The Kaisen Bowl came with a miso soup and a salad. We also ordered a soba which was well cooked. We definitely will go back to try more dishes!

The food was delicious and the quality felt really good for what I paid. The staff were also very…read morefriendly, and overall it was a nice experience. This was always one of the restaurants I wanted to try, so I was happy I finally got to visit haha. One thing is that the prices are high and the portion felt little small. If you are really hungry, I probably would not recommend ordering only the premium dishes. It might be better to try some of the more affordable menu options too. Still, the food quality was great and I would love to come back again to try different dishes next time.

Me and my sister-in-law, was extremely pleased with the service and everything that we ordered. We…read morewill definitely be back again

The food and drinks are splendid and varied. The staff was attentive (for example, our water…read moreglasses were always full) and helpful (particularly in selecting pre-entree drinks). The ambience was laid back during our recent mid-week visit with out of town guests. We have a family disagreement whether the price was worth it or not. I say "yea" and I'm the one who is bothering to write the review, so...

A comfortable wine spot to chill and talk in MB. This venue is not at all presumptuous- we like the…read moredown home vibe.Its clean and cute. My daughter is a member here and always takes us here when we are in town. They have some delicious wine and nosh. I loved the Hand of Fatima platter and was so excited that they are available to purchase. The staff is always friendly and attentive. We are looking forward to stopping in the next time we visit.

Barsha has been my favorite place for wine (and beer!) since 2016. The wine selection is exquisite…read moreand unique. You won't find anything here that's also sold at mainstream stores (thank god!) The charcuterie and bites are high end and so delicious. I also can't rave enough about every single employee there. It's like visiting family. This place has my heart and I'm so glad it's in my neighborhood so I can go ALL THE TIME.

The food was excellent, all the pasta is made at the restaurant. Our server, Sandy, was…read moreexceptional; she was knowledgeable and was so polite. The restaurant itself is ideal for family gatherings...a great place to come together and talk.

Food are so delicious .. server is very attentive and we are happy and for sure we will come backread more