Made a ressie two hours before heading to the Bowl to see a show. Was excited to try this place, as we haven't been before. Arrived at the Bowl and checked into the host stand an hour early and asked to see if it was possible to be seated early. They explained it was likely we would be seated near our time but that they would call me if any thing changes. My family and I waited till our reservation time and then went up to the host stand to check in and the same host asked if I got their call? I said I didn't and they said they called me and repeated my phone number back to me. While they repeated my phone # back to me, my call log showed 0 calls. The person looked at their phone and said oh I must have put it in wrong. I wasn't sure what to say to that so we were left in an odd moment of silence. The exchange felt fake to me. :( The host then took us to a table with a great view and then just as we got to the table they told us to turn around to go to another table in the back. My daughter liked the table as it had a view so we said we'd sit there. Again, odd. The table as with all the tables in the restaurant are closely placed near one another so there is an overall feeling of being cramped. Also, the tables themselves are small and compact. You are really up close and personal with your fellow diners and the noise level of the restaurant is loud. The food we ordered didn't fit on the table itself so we had to constantly move dishes and glasses around the whole time we ate as food was brought to us and stack the dishes to make room. The food comes out as it is ready which was fine but we noted, the table next to us didn't get one of their dishes (we heard because the tables are so close and you hear everyone's conversations). Everything food wise was pretty good tasting with the exception of the tomato rice that came with the sea bass. It was extremely salty and we couldn't finish it. The servers were running around in a rush so we couldn't flag anyone to get it taken care of. While I appreciate that they moved quickly to get you taken care of before show start, it was hard to get anyone's attention because the whole scene here is completely rushed. While the food was alright, I am not inspired to return and probably won't come back. Overall, it's just really cramped, compacted and the staff, while attentive to some didn't seem to be attentive to us. It was a really odd dining experience. read more

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Very cool spot for any pre-show experience people watching! I definitely recommend booking on Opentable beforehand as to not get air to be seated like my boyfriend and I did. The hostess has to be tough to part bounce all the folks who want in! Nevertheless, we got the first table behind the hostess and weee able to watch the action. Boyfriend got his red wine but I had my iced coffee from the counter Nextdoor. We opted for the 3-cheese artisanal cheese board that does not seem like much but hits the spot as far as a snack can go. It comes with cheeses, fruit and nuts. We likewise ordered the bacon-wrapped dates which are amazing as anything bacon is! Thank you for the hostess for also allowing my friends to pop in and say hi. Great wait staff - I'd go again, with a reservation and order more! read more

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4.5 stars for the excellent grilled prawns and striped bass, even though the sea bass didn't taste like bass, more like tuna haha but then it could be due to the seasoning. The heirloom tomatoes that came with the fish (whatever it was) were amazingly sweet and soft. It was a Tuesday L.A. Phil night and the restaurant was mostly empty, but service was spotty, took a long time to order and get our check. At least the food quality and posh terrace made up for it,...somewhat. read more

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Booked a rezzy here before the Halsey concert and I really enjoyed it. Venue food is always expensive tbh and since I didn't feel like venturing into Hollywood after parking at the Bowl lot I felt like this was our best best to have a nice sit-down meal before the concert. It was a little tight in here which wasn't super comfy but we made do. We started with the charcuterie plate with lots of yummy sliced meats and grilled bread, so toasty and yummy. I got the focaccia flatbread with goat cheese and prosciutto. It was yummy but also a bit too oily at times. The dough itself was delicious though. Unfortunately, none of us are big wine drinkers so we didn't try it. If I were coming back for another show, I think I would dine here again! The food was filling enough that I didn't need to buy a bunch of expensive snacks from the concession stands and the servers were fast and efficient which was great since we needed to get out of there quickly before the show. The only thing I didn't love is that all of our entrees came at separate times. read more

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Ann's Wine Bar at the Hollywood Bowl is a stellar experience. We had the zucchini blossom and ricotta flatbread with dripped honey that was a nostalgic 'out-of-this-world' culinary experience!! It reminded us of cheese blintzes! We also had the striped bass which was also delicious. We had a 7:30 p.m. reservation and arrived 15 min early which was perfect. Short wait, very friendly hostess. The ambiance and views are quite lovely. It's the perfect way to enjoy a meal prior to a concert. Conveniently located. wine was delicious. We had the Central California Coast Folk Machine Pinot Noir. Looking forward to returning for the next Bowl concert! read more

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Ann's Wine Bar is restauranteur dynamic duo Suzanne Goin and Caroline Styne's a.o.c.-inspired wine bar and restaurant, which proffers a dizzying selection of wines as well as signature small plates. AMBIENCE (5/5) Perched atop the Hollywood Bowl entrance, the sleek white-and-silver chrome outdoor bar overlooks tree-lined views of the surrounding hills. You can sip and sup at the long bar or enjoy a seated dinner on the spacious patio. FOOD AND WINE (4/5) Featuring a bevy of 100+ wines by bottle across a wide price range as well as ~35 by-the-glass selections and 6 craft beers, Ann's is well set for groups, paired, or solo eventgoers. The food menu includes Goin's artisanal cheeses, signature Spanish fried chicken, grilled flatbreads, salads, additional seafood/meat/vegetarian entrees and sides, and desserts. We thoroughly enjoyed our pre-dinner sips: -Folk Machine's smooth Pinot Noir -Nigl's bright, refreshing Grüner-Veltliner SERVICE (4/5) Friendly and efficient! Our bartender had been working at Ann's for years, which likely reflects well on Goin and Styne's leadees read more

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We look forward to the Wine Bar experience every year and have never been disappointed. The food is always wonderful (last night we ordered the speck focaccia, Spanish fried chicken, hanger steak which was cooked to perfection, and the fingerling potatoes). I could eat the fried chicken every night! And the views and people-watching are fabulous. But last night exceeded our expectations thanks to Angel going above and beyond to make our experience memorable and special. Thank you! The restaurant is lucky to have you as a team member! read more

Whenever I come to The Hollywood Bowl to see an event, I always come here to enjoy drinks & snacks beforehand. This time, however, before seeing John Williams I made it a point to make a reservation for a table through OpenTable. Easy as pie! I got probably the best table in the house for one: Just in the corner closest to the reception stand, with a great view of all the people walking around the Promenade. Got myself started celebrating my birthday weekend with a glass of J. Lassalle Champagne, and that was one healthy pour to be sure! I didn't know they made Champagne flutes that big, heheh! My meal started with a Stone Salad, and finished with the Sea Bass & Farro with Black Rice, all washed down with an even bigger glass of Durand Chardonnay. I was completely fat & happy afterward! Ann's Wine Bar will always be my start to any event at The Hollywood Bowl! read more

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Everything about this night @ the Jack Johnson concert at the Hollywood Bowl was blissful. Simply blissful. I love a Jack crowd and I love the Bowl! The folks behind the bar at Anna's Wine Bar took care of all of our wine needs like pros, perfect balance of friendly + keeping it moving. read more

Definitely stop by this bar on your next bowl visit. Recommend reservations ahead of time, but we arrived without one and were seated before we finished our drink at the bar. Bar Manager Leanne Szymczak is awesome and made sure everyone was taken care of! Bar staff and servers are amazing! Pouring drinks and getting your food brought out quickly. Enjoy this spot before the show gets going. Cheers everyone! read more

A pre-show experience at The Hollywood Bowl is Ann's Wine Bar with an outdoor patio dining room where the hillside views enhance the already delightful menu. We started with a charcuterie board and a side of olives paired with a nice bottle of Itialian red wine. Then shared a dish of sea scallops on mashed potatoes. With a relaxed "side-stage" cool greenroom feel, Ann's great servers prepared us for a wonderful night of music with the Los Angeles Philharmonic Symphony, under the stars. read more

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HBWB is a perfect place to eat some small bites and drink some fine vino just before the concert. Please please make your reservation early in advance or you won't get a table. We ordered the cheese plate with nuts, cauliflower, chicken liver, sautéed shrimps, and of course some Sonoma Pinot wine to go with the excellent food. The food was excellent, the service was great and the ambience was just right for the occasion. We love this place before the little mermaid concert. Highly recommend this place at The Hollywood Bowl. read more

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What a wonderful way to spend time before a concert.. had a couple of margaritas.. yeah I know.. very silly idea while dining at a wine bar lol.. but the margarita was good. Also ordered a few shareable items. We really liked the broccoli pizza and the salmon. From my understanding the menu is seasonal so those items my not be there next time. Definitely make a reservation before you event, seating is limited. read more

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The food was excellent, especially the cumin lamb chops, a dish that surprised us with how flavorful and creative it was. But the fried chicken, though tasty, wasn't as crispy as it should be. And the grilled bread was fantastic but didn't come with anything. We asked for butter, and the server reacted as if we had asked for a bizarre specialty item that was difficult to procure. Everything was expensive, but that's to be expected since you're at the Bowl. The location can't be beat. Reserve your table as soon as you can, and ask to be seated along the balcony. It's the best spot for people-watching. read more

Great spot to eat before the concert. Good food and ambience. Only complaint is the tables are packed pretty tightly together. But I would still recommend to eat here before the start of a concert at Hollywood Bowl. Our server was delightful. read more

We had such a wonderful experience! We were attending Willie's 90th and had a reservation at 4:30pm. We were promptly seated and greeted right away. We ordered the cheese plate, bacon wrapped dates, Brussel salad, Spanish fried chicken and the chocolate torte. All very good and the portions were just right for sharing. Wine was good too! All in all- this experience made our first trip to the a Hollywood Bowl memorable! read more

Wowwww!!! Excellent. It's a MUST before you go see a show at the bowl. Everything we ordered was A+++. The rice tequila drink was outstanding! Cheese plate was delicious. The mushroom pizza was to die for. And the cauliflower was soooo tasty. The caramel crème with cookies was so decadent and the perfect top-off to an excellent meal. I love this place!! New bowl tradition!! read more

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A fantastic place to eat and chill before the show! We had a reservation at 6:30pm for the Joni Mitchell concert which was set to start at 7pm. We got there early and had a glass of wine at the bar. The hostess, Meg was phenomenal! She seated us right at 6:30 and our waitress, Mickey, had all of our food out in less than 20 minutes!. One of the best meals I have had in LA! Small plates and the food was incredible. MIckey got us our bottle of wine to take in to the show and we were in our seats before the concert started! Will definitely make this a regular stop before the concerts! read more

Hollywood bowl is one of my favorite concert venues and I'm truly shocked I hadn't dined here before! I was able to make a reservation online on open table, Zac was our server and he was great! I will definitely be coming back and highly recommend everyone else to do so as well. read more

Tim, behind the bar was great. Had the Lamb meatballs. So good. The tomato sauce and pine nuts were the best. Had a blond ale on draft and Super dry white wine. A very good place. If you are a single, sit at the bar. read more

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Excellent food and great service - nice small but shareable portions. Andrew was a nice server who gave good recommendations and went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed our meal. Butterscotch pot de creme was amazing. Thanks to Andrew for recommending that: read more

Grapefruit Paloma, excellent food with some great vegan options. I'd come here to eat even if I weren't seeing a show. Make no mistake: this is a very well-run restaurant with superb management. The wait staff were super responsive and I can't praise Ann's Wine Bar highly enough. read more

The Service: Wonderful!! All the staffs are very professional. Really nice bar. Love the community tables and the seating area along the glass wall. Great place for people watching. It is facing right at the main entrance. The Food/Drink: Drink prices are reasonable. The food price is a little bit pricey. But hey, it is inside Hollywood Bowl with nice seating area so it is worth it!! You don't have to fight for picnic tables or prepare your own picnic basket. They serve you delicious drinks and food.... it is totally worth it!! We will absolutely do it again next time~ * Definitely make reservation in advance!! Sometimes they do take walk-in but don't take the chance..... read more

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Early Dinner Review ... Went to a show at the Hollywood Bowl. To make things easier, decided to arrive early and have dinner at the Wine Bar, which is located near the main entrance to the box seats. Turned out to be a very good decision. Food: Nice meal. While the website describes the Wine Bar as offering small and large plates, the server advised that the dishes are tapas-style ... which makes me think of small plates, but actually found all of the dishes to be on the larger side. 1. Gazpacho with Dungeness Crab in Puff Pastry - The gazpacho was nicely done, balanced and refreshing for a summer day; they added a little fennel which was a very nice touch. Unfortunately, the Dungeness crab was forgettable, and the puff pastry cups were ... hmmm, what's the opposite of light and flaky??? 2. Foie Gras & Chicken Liver Mousse on Toast - The foie gras and chicken liver mousse was great, and the toast was nicely done but a little too thick, which made it difficult to eat. Still, pretty tasty overall. 3. Beet, Goat Cheese & Walnut Salad - Nicely done salad with good amounts of beets, goat cheese, and walnuts ... not overdressed. 4. Duck Confit Tortellini - Really nice dish, light but rich; very, very tasty. 5. Mediterranean Sea Bass - Again, a really nice dish; fish was well cooked, maybe the skin could have been crisper. Note - Mediterranean sea bass (aka branzino) is not to be confused with Chilean sea bass (aka Patagonian toothfish). 6. Espresso - Good way to finish dinner. Service: Friendly and professional. Dishes came out rather quickly and unevenly; had just started on the gazpacho (and my friend had just started on her salad) when the mousse came out; this was followed 15 minutes later by her tortellini, which was finally followed 15 minutes later by my sea bass. To their benefit, I did hear a server tell another table that because the dishes are "tapas-style," they are served simply as the kitchen prepares them. More importantly, I initially felt rushed, but realized that they don't try to turn the tables over and seem content with a single sitting before the show ... and our server actually encouraged us to sit and relax when we were done. Kudos! Atmosphere: Casual, outdoor patio setting. Sat along the outer rail, which was nice for people watching. Yelp Check-In: Took advantage of a Yelp Check-In offer to get a discount. Nice! read more

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This place was really a nice "NICE" place to drink and eat before the concert. Cons:. You need RSVP, portions are expensive for what you are getting. Remember I like like value when I eat out, none here. Pros: presentation awesome , atmosphere awesome, taste awesome. The flat bread was so yummy yummy yummy. I have to say it is 5 stars the dough was so decliously made. It has a char and slight crispiness along with a chewy dough. The fresh toppings was perfect. The five cheese was good but I didn't like the walnuts. The Spanish fried chicken was good we'll done chicken. The vegetable platter I probably didn't have to get again. Overall good but would I go again? Most likely not. read more

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Great service, perfect weather and delicious food and wine. A comfortable and safe place to relax before a concert. Loved the enthusiasm all the staff seem to have and happiness that surrounded their bright attitudes. Thank you! read more

(Dined 08/16/13 F @ 6:30pm): Music, wine, the outdoors...it's a shame you needed a ticket to get passed the turnstiles in order to experience this! A new addition to the Hollywood Bowl for the 2013 season, I finally made the time to try out The Wine Bar At Hollywood Bowl with a friend and another whom worked for the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Yeah, we all coordinated this! I'd admired from afar this new beacon of buzz since the Bowl season started having already seen five shows prior to this evening's "Tchaikovsky's Spectacular with Fireworks". Thankfully, we arrived early enough before the crowd started to pour in. Sure, we had the usual bottles of wine and food, but come on, we had to try the new Patina place. Once we were seated and scanned the menu, here was how our first meal of the evening went: Trumer Pilsner - 1 pint ($9.00) - This German style pilsner was wonderfully light and totally refreshing for this warm evening of Tchaikovsky music and eye-popping fireworks. If we didn't have bottles of wine with us, I may have ordered another. So, I decided to baby it until we uncorked the wine at our seats. http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Macaroni and Cheese ($12.00) - I always loved me some mac & cheese! This combination of white cheddar, breadcrumbs, chives, and parsley was simply heavenly and hot all the way through. The crunchiness along the top and edges was another highlight. I savored this because the portion size was smaller than I'd hoped. Please consider a bump in size; this mac & cheese monster implores you! http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=SfVmZ58U_0A9I2k5jiqCJg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Alois Pinot Grigio ($13.00) - My friend ordered this. Another perfect pairing with the warm weather, the supple taste and clean finish was to be sipped and allowed to settle on your tongue before it washed down your throat. Pulled Pork Sliders ($12.00) - My friend ordered this. This two-slider dish was a disappointment to the both of us. Its Hawaiian-Mexican mix of pineapple and jalapeno coleslaw was a nice touch, but the shredded pork was a bit dry and the scant amount of BBQ sauce didn't help. The bread was also good, but we hoped for at least three sliders and a bit more side veggies (we really liked the pickles). Service - The staff (especially Ezri) was impressively courteous and friendly, more than willing to help answer any question you had about the menu, and was quick to deliver drinks and food once you placed your order. They also checked in on you, cleared any empty dishes, and realized that everyone was on a time limit for when the show started so the check arrived immediately once it was obvious you were done. Parking - Onsite stacked parking that started from $17.00 was available, but do yourself a favor and take one of the many Hollywood Bowl Shuttle services they had around the city ($5.00 roundtrip), like the one I took from the Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens. You'll thank me later. Atmosphere, décor, ambience - Completely exposed to the outdoors, this place was perched atop the main entrance to the box seats and the first thing you saw as you walked up the main thoroughfare. Ample seating was available along the plexiglass railing that looked out over the walkway, as well as many tables that seated up to four, a row of communal barstools that surrounded a single long table, or if you liked there was seating at the bar/counter. There was a very sterile feel and nary any walls for anything to be hung. Obviously, natural lighting reigned supreme. I didn't recall any TVs, and any background noise would've been the numerous conversations all around you. http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=d4CtsNofe1yCLUS1UoTQHw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Attire - It was totally casual so I was in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. Overall, I'm very fond of and respected the Patina Group for their dining contributions to Los Angeles, but The Wine Bar At Hollywood Bowl, along with their other restaurants always left me wanting more, and not necessarily in a good way. I understood they used the best ingredients and are creative with them, but at the end of the day, I wanted to have that satisfied feeling which I didn't here. I found good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (total bill was around $50.00 before tip), but as I've personally found with all Patina establishments I felt the pricing was always more than what I'd expected to pay. I'm just not a fancy guy and more about my perceived value. And, they accepted my credit card of choice...AMEX! read more

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Wonderful experience. Delicious small plates to share. Huge wine list. Great staff. Highly recommended

Excellent food, pricey but delicious. Shareable tapas sized portions. Grateful to staff that held my reservation when we were delayed due to traffic. Rich chocolate dessert. read more

Been to Ann's twice now and even though it's spendy, it's worth it for a special evening out. The food is delicious (the only thing that was a bit of a disappointment was the curried cauliflower.) The wine selection is very nice. The location feels like a little oasis perched atop the busy walkway--perfect for people watching. And the service is some of the best we've had in a long time--warm and attentive, but not hovering. Being able to actually make a reservation is a plus. My husband and I are big fans! read more

Great location. Nice to be able to eat at Bowl. Food was terrific. Interesting menu. Servers did a good job.

The Hollywood Bowl is an iconic amphitheater in Los Angeles. Usually people bring in food or order at the concession stands. But if you want to make your night a little extra special or just want to experience fine dining while at the Bowl, the Wine Bar is an excellent option. This is a great place to fill up on small bites before a concert. It's fun to people watch as they stroll into the Hollywood Bowl. I tried the Blue Tiger Shrimp (very tasty), Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Fig Jam (simple yet delicious), Duck Confit Tortellini (original and delicious), Lobster Salad (refreshingly light). All were really good dishes, and filling but not heavy. For dessert, I tried the Panna Cotta which was amazing. I got the Jardesca Sonoma with Tonic Water, which was thirst quenching. Service was impeccable. This is definitely one of my favorite Patina restaurants - hands down. read more

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Wow... I've been to the Bowl for year but have always brought in food. The Wine Bar has changed my mind about doing this again. The food and atmosphere was just amazing! Our server was super friendly and so knowledgeable about everything on the menu. I had a perfect seat overlooking everyone making the trek up the hill, well I sipped my champagne.... Corkage is free! The kale Caesar salad, grilled cheese sandwich, steak frites and Lamb belly were all stunning! I just hope whoever replaces Patina is as good read more

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Hollywood, Ca. I must say that this is some of the most interesting food I've had the pleasure to dine on in quite some time. Our reservations were for 4:30 but the gates did not open til 5:00 and we still had to get through security. No problem though, the table was waiting for us. Ever rave about a salad? You might at this place, best green salad ever. Amazing greens including wide leaf mint. Dressing was perfect to the entire composition. Five stars for sure except for a few things; The menu lists the salmon dish but does not mention it is only seared. Sure it was good but personally I would have enjoyed it a lot more if it had been cooked. The raw part just did not have the flavor or the texture I wanted in an otherwise great dish that included black eyed pea succotash. The shrimp dish was outstanding. Had a corn based vegetable surrounding with hot peppers that you can pick out if you don't want that much fire. The roasted vegetable dish was good. I was expecting that the roasted vegetables, mainly different types of squash, would be hot or at least warm. I mean I read "Roasted" and just expected "Hot". Flavorful though even cold with some great humus toppings. Dessert was some kind of butterscotch mousse or pudding. So good. Rich but not too sweet. Pretty thick texture, more than a pudding. Probably enough for two, though I suspect I could have finished it off myself. Oh yeah: Buss person, DO NOT HANDLE WATER GLASS BY THE TOP EDGE! I would definitely return here if visiting the Hollywood Bowl again. read more

When you get to the Bowl too late to snag a prime picnic spot, and it's too hot/sunny/crowded to eat and drink at your seats, grab gourmet food and drink at the Wine Bar. Conveniently located near the front entrance of the Bowl, the Wine Bar is a full-service restaurant that offers a varied selection of tasty cuisine, wine, beer and soju cocktails. The open-aired patio has plenty of shaded seats (as well as some in the sun) and is a prime location to people watch as guests enter the bowl juggling their picnics, bags and children. It's relaxing to sit and enjoy a drink while guests frantically enter and race to find a spot to eat. I also always seem to notice someone I know walk by here. You need reservations ahead of time to sit at a table, but their bar is open seating and they usually have a spot. People flow pretty quickly in and out of the bar too, so if there aren't any spots and you're willing to wait a few minutes, you can usually snag a seat. They also serve their food menu at the bar, so you can grab an app or full entree while you drink. My favorite thing about the Wine Bar is their huge selection of wines and beers -- many of them craft and local. The drinks are a bit pricey (it's the Bowl though -- everything's pricey here); however, they have a good price range so you can find a decent beverage for $15. The Roses here are my favorite! read more

If you run out of wine, they have a great selection. Be prepared to pay at least twice what you would pay on the outside. I suppose that it is in line with what you would pay if you are in a bar, but this is also a wine shop for the Hollywood Bowl and is a bit pricey. It is nice that they have bottles from smaller vitners. On another occasion, I was here for an event and did have some of their bites - they have a wonderful, tender hanger steak with pesto in a little lettuce cup. The tomato and mozzarella wasn't great (weird cheese consistency), but the manchego with quince was great. The bacon wrapped dates were just as you would expect them to be. The wines that they were pouring (Outer Sounds Sauvignon Blanc and Dime Red Blend) were both solid. Overall, there is some good and there is some bad, but it is an a-ok choice while you are in the Bowl. read more

Nicole our server was Awesome. Had dinner before Black Sabbath. Food- 4 stars Service-5 stars Atmosphere- 4 .5 stars Cost: pricey Negative: the Brownie dessert was dry and blah. Don't bother Tapas size meals. Lamb cops were tasty and two chops Heirloom tomatoes . Awesome, split for two Side salad: good Fingerling potatoes: good stuff split for two Overall a nice dinner before the show. Cost for two with two beers and tip. 150-200 read more

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A great place to grab something at the bowl. A little expensive but look where you are sitting. The cheese plate is good. U can take the food into the venue. Highly recommended. Get to the bowl a little early. Salads look good too. I'm going to try the wings next time. read more

Made a reservation before a Monday night lease event concert (Incubus). We learned the hard way last year that if you go through the concession stands, you'll stand in line forever for substandard fare. The Wine Bar is an open-air patio, elevated over the main walkway. Nice relaxed atmosphere, and our waiter was friendly, professional and attentive. Went in expecting to be over-charged, so we weren't shocked when a nice bottle of Pinot was double+ retail. As others have noted, plates are small and pricey; however, everything we ordered was surprisingly good. Started with the bacon-wrapped dates ($9) and grilled flatbread with roasted tomato ($16). A small serving of dates, but they were so good we ordered a second serving. Our waiter had recommended the Spanish fried chicken ($19), so we went with that and the sea bass with soft herbs and plum salsa ($21). Once again small servings for the price, but well prepared and delicious. Particularly enjoyed the fish, it was perfectly cooked and integrated nicely with the herbs, salsa, coriander yogurt and pistachios. (Note: I didn't keep my receipt, but pretty sure the prices are accurate). We left feeling satisfied and not overfull. Not a cheap dinner - $150 before tip, but well worth it to avoid the concession stands. I'll book the Wine Bar again next concert. read more

Wow wow wow. The service here was amazing. Ali and Jessa set us up w the most perfect table for two. When an extra friend arrived without notice they did everything to make us comfortable. Michael was out server and he picked the most delicious rosè for us while also helping us decide on some yummy food. The chicken liver is a must!!!! I'm going to make sure I always make extra time before Hollywood bowl shows so I can come here and relax. Thanks for the fabulous service and positive energy ya'll! read more