I had some 'stall' time and so loving wine the way I do-I finally got to the Wine Closet. We walked in and immediately felt invited, comfortable plus the staff confirmed these feelings being very friendly and cordial. The inside was adorned with crates, pictures etc that connected with my taste for wine. We were able to sit wherever we wanted and felt 'at home' very quickly. A flight or two ordered and in front of us in no time. Our food order came soon after (the Lucky Goat was very good). There were many wines to choose from, even after the flight it was a few more glasses of various blancs, one rose really stood out and of course that little diva, pinot noir. (I stick to CA wines these days since the industry has been strained). The Wine Closet is a very nice place to relax, select and enjoy wine and good food. You can order to be served any way you want (M.L., Camarillo said in an earlier post:..."everything here is customizable!" I will definitely be back to The Wine Closet-well worth it. read more

Are we the only ones who feel like the vibe at Wine Closet has changed? We're fairly new customers and had a couple of really great experiences in the beginning. There was a bartender who had been there for a long time, and she made the place feel welcoming and gave it that community feel we really liked. Unfortunately, our last three visits have felt very different. The younger bartender we've had recently has made us feel more like we're inconveniencing her by being there. She seems to spend more time talking with the kitchen staff than engaging with the customers at the bar, and that welcoming atmosphere just hasn't been there. It's disappointing because we really wanted Wine Closet to become part of our regular "Parents' Night Out" rotation, but at this point, we'll probably be looking elsewhere. read more

Great vibes & ambience tonight. Hummus & portobello mushroom sandwich was great! The sangria was refreshing too. The restroom was super clean. Beautiful establishment. read more

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This wine bar and eatery has it all. Lovely for dinner, the twinkling outdoor lights guide you in to the coziest little villa which is the perfect spot for catching up with friends or having a romantic date night on their patio. My friend and I opted to sit inside at their high top table which was a nice way to scope out the restaurant. I love that everything here is customizable! You can create your own custom charcuterie board with all your favorite pairings, then explore their impressive menu of fresh salads, melty paninis, and shareable appetizers made for lingering conversations. We shared the custom charcuterie board and avocado crostini's. Both were delicious and perfect for sharing. As for the drinks, whether you're a fan of sipping wine by the glass or sharing a bottle, they have an impressive list of local and foreign wines to pick from. Also, for those of you that aren't huge wine drinkers, I was also impressed to learn that they always have at least 10 beers rotating here. We started with Chardonnay and Moscato and ended with some Southern California beers, we agreed their selection was great. As for the staff, everyone was super welcoming and attentive! We came on a busy weekday night as they had a wine tasting event going on yet the staff still managed to get everyone served promptly and drinks were always refilled. Definitely a place where you initially come for the wine, but stay for the vibes. I'd say overall this spot truly is a 10/10 - 5 stars. The food was delicious, great menu, nice staff and a good selection of wines. I'd even come back for lunch just to grab a panini and to sit on their patio. If I had to give one critique, I would say that the spot is just a little pricey. So this wouldn't be a regular stop per se, but I loved it so much that I honestly will be back soon and keep it in mind for a special girls night, etc. Also in fairness there is a way to come here and have it be cheaper, maybe just one glass of wine and a sandwich or app but we all know I go big lol. Great spot, will be back. read more

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Sadly after being one of my favorite places to go, we popped in tonight at 8:20 and I asked May we have charcuterie, the response was "no you may not, we're doing last call" not oh, I'm sorry, we do last call at 40 till, or sorry we stop food at x time not hi welcome in, nothing. Just so unwelcoming and rude. Then yes, because we did the Camarillo family walk tonight my daughter was with us so she asked if she was 21. I said no she's not. She said well she can't be in here you can sit on the patio. Understandable. But the initial way we were welcomed after regularly spending our money here is mind blowing. I regularly recommend them for charcuterie. I definitely no longer will. After reading any of the 1 star reviews I see I'm not the only one who felt this way. read more

We went for a wine tasting event and really enjoyed our visit. The folks at the Wine Closet helped fill orders - they were really very nice. Food offerings were delicious and artfully presented. read more

Food is delicious. Staff is great. I love the wine.i really, really, really, really love wine read more

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Our first time here! Great lunch spot! Delicious sandwich and charcuterie board. Service was great and everyone was friendly. Looking forward to our next visit! read more

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A nice and relaxing spot not just for the wine, but for cheese as well. Great service and food. We'll definitely come back. read more

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Very good. Nothing to say just friendly people, good wine, good food and great time. The ambience was very relaxing.

I find this wine bar quite enjoyable. I'm happy with the wines and I like that they have special nights with special drinks. I also like that you can make your charcuterie board to go. I wish they had more of a grab and go deli counter that specialize in good cheese," like the twisted oak in Ventura". The service is OK, but I've noticed in the past that. It normally takes quite a while for your food to be prepared because it's a small kitchen and my water normally runs out when I'm at this restaurant. read more

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This is amazing place The staff is always friendly and kind always willing to lend a hand. Your food is great. The owner Linda is amazing.

We visited the wine closet a couple of weeks ago. We thought maybe it was just a bad night. It was not pleasant. Server was short with us and definitely did not want to be there. We came back to give it another try because we love wine. Unfortunately this visit was no better. I don't know if it is a mother and daughter owner or what, but the older lady and a younger girl were just rude and zero personality. Food was decent, had some spicy panini, but definitely not worth ever coming back. read more

Great local spot to try some fun wines. We both did flights and were impressed by the quality at that price point. Also tried a goat cheese, some olives, and salami that were all quite good. Service was excellent and we greatly enjoyed a little lazy afternoon here. We'll be back. read more

Every time we come here it has been a success. I love that we design our own cheeseboard. And they have choices that I can eat. The service is always spot on. They have wonderful wines to enjoy. read more

Amazing service & staff. Very attentive & nice. Very comfortable & welcoming. Love the pick your own cheese board! The lucky goat grilled panini is a must get. We had one of the hard kombuchas I also recommend that ! read more

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My favorite wine bar in ALL of Ventura County!! I was yearning to try this place after reading all the great reviews and when I finally visited with my best friend, we were blown away! Linda's taste for wine is exquisite. I have been frequenting The Wine Closet for over 2 years now and I've never had a bottle of wine I don't like. My friend and I were once wine members but had to cancel because we moved to the valley. I actually dropped in for a bottle just this past Sunday (to support a small business during this COVID-19 pandemic) and I was reminded of what a great place it is so, I went ahead and rejoined the wine club. I look forward to bringing my parents and boyfriend here once this passes. I (selfishly) hope this place stays around for many years to come! read more

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A very cozy wine bar in old town Camarillo. I highly recommend it. The food is very good, the servers are delightful, the other patrons are often very nice to talk to and Linda really knows her wines. Cheers. read more

I recently enjoyed a quick glass of wine and think The Wine Closet has potential. The Yelp reviews are over the top and probably warranted. My experience was OK except for one possible nitpicking issue. The Bar Wine Menu has some glaring errors which is also one of my pet peeves. Not All Sparkling Wine is Champagne; the menu listed two, made in France. They were not Champagne, they were not a Cremant but they were mass-produced sparkling wine made somewhere in France. I expect a Wine Bar to be a wine geek type of expert; the server explanations missed on all marks. I will return to give them another chance. There is more to this place than a suspect wine menu. read more

Love this place! I often will come with friends or my boyfriend. We have a great time in this cute place and the food is amazing. The service is also always great. Definitely recommend! read more

I'd been meaning to try this place for about a year, and so happy I finally did. My boyfriend and I stopped in for a light lunch and to have a flight or two of wine. It was such a lovely and relaxed afternoon as we sat outdoors in the back patio sipping wine. I ordered the cheese platter and my boyfriend a panini. The staff was great and the food tasty. Affordable prices, and a nice selection of sandwiches and wines. This is a great local spot to come relax and enjoy a good glass of wine and tasty bite. read more

A nice selection of very tasty wines! Also, I love that we can design our own cheese boards rather than just getting the chef's selection. Will definitely be back! read more

The ambiance was nice however the service was horrible. Very unhelpful with deciding what drink to order on flights. I asked what sweet wines do you have. She said she only had one and other than that she could not help me. Very unattended to use. Very uncomfortable didn't feel welcomed. My daughter friend fell off the chair and she walks over saying is the chair okay. If we didn't uber there I would have walked out. My daughter wanted to try a winery but we didn't have enough time in the day. This places needs to work on customer services. Many other issues I won't list. read more

The Wine Closet has been one of my favorite places in Camarillo. They always have a good, comprehensive selection of wines by the glass, the food is wonderful and their Closet Wino club is a fine value. They also commonly support local community events- that's I first found them during a Camarillo Chamber YPG mixer back in 2010! I highly recommend!! read more

Great paninis and great wine! The staff was very nice and welcoming. There is more seating in the back, so be sure to check that out. This is a great place for a date night or a fun night out with friends. read more

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The food is amazing!!!! BUT the service is horrible every time and I have been coming here for a while now. Unfriendly and very unattentive every time. super unfortunate because their food is great. read more

Oh my goodness, where do i began? I love this place so much after only my burst visit here. It was date night and I'm new to Camarillo with a cheese board and good wine ' "feen", and luckily came across this gem of a place. The inside is so cute and quaint. They have two sides- one side for retail such as bottles and lovely hand made candles, and the other is for the food and wine to sip, eat, and get cozy. We came in on a Friday around 8:30 PM (place closes at 9), and Linda and her co-workers were extremely nice and welcoming! They definitely made an impression and recommended great items! I loved the avocado crostini, well i loved everything but it was a nice change. The coconut gouda is a MUST try. I love the selection, the hospitality, the knowledge, and the food. I also got the best smelling, local candle, made in a glasses over wine bottle read more

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I have been coming to The Wine Closet for years for the wine. Linda, the owner, has an amazing palate and I have never been disappointed in one of her selections. But, I was recently surprised to find that she also makes the BEST BANH MI sandwich in Ventura County and probably well beyond that. I've long loved a great Banh Mi, from many trips to Hawaii, but have found great ones hard to come by around these parts unless I venture deep into LA. No more. The Wine Closet's sandwich features warm roasted-in-house pork nestled in a perfectly crunchy baguette roll along with the requisite vegetables, fresh and crunchy. Enjoy this for lunch with a nice glass of wine (she always has a number available, from bubbly to whites, rose' and reds) and you have a perfect lunch. I;ve had it with both Rose' and pinot noir and each worked well. My mouth is watering just thinking about it! What are you waiting for? They open at noon every day but Monday. read more

The service needs improvement, and the menu options need to be updated because they are hard to distinguish since everything is jumbled together. For the price, you would also expect a tad bigger portions. read more

Absolutely get the cheese platter You get to pick the cheeses you want and meat as well if you choose that option It is beautifully plated and nice portion Sandy was our server and very helpful and courteous as well as everyone here It's a nice little spot in the cute old town portion of camarillo right off the freeway Public parking on both sides of the street read more

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This is my absolute favorite place to go for lunch with my girlfriends (or husband)! The wine selection is excellent and the food (an array of creative panini's, sandwiches, salads, charcuterie boards) make it the perfect place to kick back and chat! Linda, the owner, clearly understands wine and has a monthly Wine Club selection which I signed up for! So happy to have found this little happy place in our beautiful Camarillo. read more

Great place, delicious wine, fabulous charcuterie boards and salads, casual atmosphere, what more do you need?

Cute little wine bar! They had a back patio that was outdoors that we enjoyed. We had a couple glasses of the Tempranillo and a build you own charcuterie. It was a please tell experience and I will definitely return when I'm in the area! First time in and it was great. Can't wait to go back! read more

Excellent service. Great charcuterie plate. The wedge salad was tasty and good portion. Great wine selection too. read more

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Great spot to stop in for some wine and charcuterie. Stopped in here to check out one of the local c-town hotspots. Great for a quick glass of wine and charcuterie. I recommend you get the homemade hummus too. The have a pick-your-plate setup when it comes to the charcuterie which lets you customize it however you want. Yummy garlic toasted bread, not too overdone and was just right. There's a secret back patio which looks kinda rustic and is probably because of covid-19, but I recommend you sit back there as it seems to be the inside spot to be at. Overall, if you're meeting up with friends, or looking for a quick wine/snack, this place is a must go. read more

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HUGE assortment of the finest cheeses around! They have a very nice assortment of delicious wines/beer.

Although they are listed as a wine bar, it's more of a quiet, intimate lounge. The wines that we had here were quite nice and the charcuterie/cheese plate provided a nice counterpoint to our afternoon snack. The Spanish chorizo, fennel salami, and Calabrese salami were on point and the Spanish majon cheese was nice and mild. As they are not a winery I don't understand the point of having a wine club with shipments of random wine that I haven't tasted, but I'm an "old school" guy that still tries to comprehend things ;-D read more

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Stopped in for wine tasting and a charcuterie platter. Wines, food and service were all great! The atmosphere was cozy too. We'll be back.

There are times when my husband and I need a place to just get away and relax. This is the home. The food is always amazing and any wine type to fit my very specific pallet is there. She teaches me every time something new and the patience she has with all my questions warms my heart. They always have spare masks since I'm a wee bit older to accommodate us, lucky we cannot control everyone but fortunately for us she does an amazing job of making sure people do it. It's a small place with a small staff and making it through this tough time, the regulars and people who enjoy going out understand what it's like to be surviving during this. Thank you so much for all your efforts and doing a great job. The Border sandwich is the best sandwich I have ever eaten read more

The Wine Closet just gained three new customers. They delivered a beautiful birthday charcuterie board with warm olive bread to my front door. Such a friendly service. I want to go for salads and wine! read more