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The Check-In Lounge

5.0 (46 reviews)
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Happy hour specials
Outdoor seating

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Lasagna at neighborhood happy hour. Thu 2023-06-01
Ziyan C.

I had totally underestimated this place and am so glad to have a lovely little neighborhood wine (and cocktail!) bar. The staff is super friendly. You can tell they want to build a community around their little spot, and with how welcoming and genuine they are, it won't be hard. Their red wine sangria is spot on. Four ladies with very different tastes enjoyed it. 4 stars. I was very surprised to see they had a cocktail menu! I love the names (Mission Terrace, Excelsior, the 29 - our local bus). I got the 29 Mezcal Sour - 4.5 stars. Lovely, excellent egg white foam. Smoky mezcal flavor, subtly sour. Loved it.

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ana l.

Great place to chill after work and have a drink. Ambiance is very nice and smooth. Owners are amazing and great customer service. Love their menu and great drinks. You can actually have a conversation here!!! Love it.

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Jackie D.

The cutest little neighborhood wine bar! Just down the street from me and my boyfriend. We wanted a grab a glass of wine one night after dinner and was able to sneak in right before closing. The ambiance of this place is amazing. The owner is sweet and very humble man. He made the perfect recommendation for me and the glass of wine was just what I was looking for to end the night. Will definitely stop by again and try to come more often!

They serve Port!
Me Iz S.

Neighborhood business that brought life back to Mission Terrace after 17mins ha of the pandemic! The owner and his mother are the highlight of this bar - super friendly and warm! There is a park-let with indoor seating. The indoors are welcoming and vibrant and there's good music and a good section of wine! Definitely growing!

Steven G.

What a great addition to this area. Great wines, great atmosphere and I find myself always wanting to check in The night I was there they had a singer and a super fun crowd. It's about time this neighborhood got something like this!

Sunil S.

In Vino Veritas !!! and TBT - this place is new, fun, chill, cozy, warm, a hidden gem ... ( soo many adjectives to describe this wine lounge) and with the most friendliest owners that I have ever come across! The place is lively with friendly folks all around and some delish wine to take your sommelier palate to the next level. And if you are lucky, you may have the owners (Richie and Geoff) themselves pouring your drinks while they heartily welcome you. This place embodies that friendly vibe "Mi Casa Su Casa" ! Looking forward to many chill evenings here with my friends = )

They thought of everything: bag hooks and charging pods under the bar. THANK YOU!!
Nancy G.

I love this place! Friendly vibe, international wine list and the best flatbread pizza and cheese plates. Owners are super nice and, can I say how much I appreciate the bag hooks and phone charger underneath the bar? That's so thoughtful!

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MJ D.

Love this cute neighborhood spot. Sad that I can't make it around much these days. But if you're in the area and want a laid back vibe while you sip your wine, the owners here will make you feel like family. Also, the food.... YUM

Excelsior Lemon Drop & Margarita

Went on a Thursday night with my girlfriend and we had an amazing time! The owners were very attentive and welcomed us with open arms. The drinks were fantastic and there are many to choose from! Whether you're looking for a new place for a date, a girls night out, or a new place to try, definitely keep The Check-In Lounge in mind!

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Very nice people and cozy neighborhood joint. The food was perfect for bar bites. Flat bread pizzas etc

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Great cocktail the plush plum martini is a must taste and the food is outstanding. Definitely would recommend.

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Cozy atmosphere, friendly owners, and great cocktails. So glad to have found this gem!

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3 years ago

Still a great atmosphere and part of my weekly routine now. Have yet to have a bad experience.

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Cool owners and best place to hangout in the neighbourhood. Reasonable price with delicious food . They do host music with artists

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Awesome food, cocktails, and wine! Rich, who I think is the owner, was great too! Will be back

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