A wine bar walking distance to me?! What a dangerous thing!…read more First of all, this is your standard neighborhood wine bar. Lots of familiar faces and everyone is so nice. The first time I visited, I was only expecting to have a simple drink or two and it turned into a 2 hour adventure; drinking and chatting it up with the patrons here. The selection is great too! I love having the option of taking a bottle home. So great. Totally happy with this local watering hole and most importantly, I love that it's a simple 8 minute walk.

This has been on my list of places to check out for awhile and today I finally popped in…read more I was told they've been in business since 2010. I loved the decor! Once you're seated inside, you can imagine you're in just about any rustic wine region kicking back with some local wines and people. I did the sparkling wine flight. I really enjoyed what I tasted (see photo). I think because there was going to be a Georgian food pop up, the kitchen wasn't as it usually is. I had a little board of brillant savarian triple cream and salchichon salami. What a treat! The service was unusual. Part of it is that it's a wine bar and shop. The person staffing the bar was really busy doing many different things. As that was the case, interacting felt a bit strained. At the same time, considering how much she had going on, she kept it together. I appreciated that she kept track of who was next. Something that stood out to me was how reasonably priced the wines are. Great "bang for the buck." I see myself being a regular.

Coco Noir has a great happy hour experience. The team was so welcoming and informative, and the…read morespace has a beautiful ambiance. I tried the Xanadu Circa 77 Cabernet Sauvignon, and it was such a nice selection. Perfect for unwinding on a solo date or a night out with friends.

Coco Noir is one of the cutest vibes in Oakland for mature people looking for a quality place to…read moreunwind, imbibe, and connect with friends. The atmosphere is quaint, welcoming, and thoughtfully curated. They frequently host live music and offer a variety of games and activities that align with what's happening around the city and the season. It's a great spot to meet friends before dinner or after dinner, although I'm not entirely sure of their late-night hours. The restrooms are clean, comfortable, and beautifully designed, which honestly matters in a wine bar. While Coco Noir doesn't offer a full menu, they do have bits and bites, including charcuterie boards crafted by an amazing chef. Chef Shan Shan puts genuine love and care into everything she creates, and she has done an outstanding job with her role at Coco Noir. Because of her alone, I've become a regular and will continue to be a loyal patron of this amazing venue. If you're looking for a cute, cozy spot to relax, connect, and enjoy good vibes, check out Coco Noir. You won't be disappointed. Tell them Dorothy sent you you may get an extra pour

Me? A Wino? But, of course! I totally had to try out some delicious wine over at Ordinaire and im…read morealready itching to go back. Arrived on a whim at around 7pm and the place was definitely the spot to be. Not too many folks outside, but there were tons of people in their outside "patio" I chatted up the bartender for a sec before snagging one of the funky wines. So delicious. I'm a natural wine fan so, my pick was perfect for me. I went, sipped, and sat for about 45 minutes; soaking up the last bits of daylight while spying on folks nearby. Such a nice afternoon activity and Ordinaire was the perfect backdrop.

Visited Ordinaire for the second time, this time to celebrate a friend's birthday. The folx who…read moreworked there allowed us to taste the wines we were interested in, and let us know about the wine bottle deal, which we decided to do since we both wanted the sparkling rose. We also ordered the three cheese plate, which was much needed because of all the wine. The vibes were welcoming, other guests were friendly too, and it was a wonderful to celebrate a friend, relax, read, catch up, and just be. Would recommend!

This is the only winery in Oakland, and one of the few urban wineries in the Bay Area where you can…read morechat directly with the head winemaker in the tasting room most days. Quality whites and rosés, and a solid lineup of reds. Easy parking, and a relaxed environment. Highly recommend.

A fun little wine bar in Jack London Square. Stu, the winemaker was there talking to all of the…read morecustomers and keeping everyone entertained. Service was great. Tasting fee is a little pricey but this is a small mom and pop winery not a giant corporation. The wines are priced around $45 for most of them, I really enjoyed the rose and the Temprenillo. Note: they have food for purchase but do not have a kitchen so it is pre packaged. If you're hungry you may want to eat first before going tasting.

I love this place Best music, the best chai I've ever had in my life and good people always in and…read morearound. How good it is

Strolling through the neighborhood on my way to a meeting and I had some time to kill. The…read morestorefront caught my eye and when I saw vinyl I had to look. So glad I stopped in. The vibe is very relaxed. A great place for a mental break. Gabriel the bartender greeted me warmly. The music was good. Vinyl selection is The wine selection is exemplary. I had enough time for lunch and opted for the Cheese sandwich ( I do not recall the menu name) upon Gabriel's recommendation. I was not disappointed. Warm beef with melted cheese and accompaniments on a sandwich roll. It was reminiscent of my youth when my friends mother would make lunch for us. It was just sloppy enough to make it delicious without it splattered on my shirt. My new go to spot for a mental break and smiles.

Nice Saturday sipping wine, sitting by the water and spending a nice little DEI afternoon. Perfect…read moreplace to land your feet after a ferry ride over. Crowd was, thankfully, diverse. Wine selection (I''m a strictly Chardonnay and Prosecco person), was nice, nice selection of bites (the warm bread w/ the Brie ... perfect ... and wait service was fun and very attentive ... special treat is to be by the water and seeing the joy playing in the grass, walking along the harbor ... and just being! Def a "treat yo'self" good time experience, go on the weekends and enjoy live music

Decided to randomly stop here last weekend while in town…read more We sat outside and the view was stunning. It was such a nice day. We did a red and white flight of wine. The wine was so nice. Bottles are reasonably priced. We also had lunch here. Food was decent. Takes a minute to come out. Staff was friendly enough but not very attentive. Definitely worth a stop if you are in the Jack London area.

We were on our way to dessert but saw wine The bright sunny…read moreday and the chairs outside, made a friend and I pull over to have a glass of wine here. It's a well lit, wine store that also has cheese, crackers and other beverages to grab and go. Towards the back you can order a glass of wine or half glasses. We both tried different wines and enjoyed them. My friend had an organ wine, Esoterico. I had a red from Kid Sister. Our winetender/sommelier was helpful in answering our profile questions. I do wish we could taste a few before choosing a glass, but I do like that they have options for half glass pours. I would definitely come back here and grab another glass or a bottle to go!

Friendly service here every time I come. They really know their stuff when it comes to describing…read morethe various wine options to you. Once in a while they host events in the backyard with a diverse array of vendors. They also have light bites you can buy to compliment the wine.

Wow I'm already itching for another time at Alta Vina!…read more I got here on a Sunday afternoon and the place was packed! I was a little intimidated by the amount of folks so I swooped in for a quick drink and sat outside. The wine I snagged was great! It was a great chilled red. I sipped on that while I people watched a bit. Looks like they have tons of events coming up and I'm looking forward to coming earlier in the day in the hopes of snagging a seat at the bar. Great quick drink over at Alta Vina! It's super close and I'm looking forward to visiting again soon.

I can't believe I've been a customer since day 1 but haven't remembered to leave a review! Well…read moreit's almost been a year, better late than never! Alta Vina's a fun vibrant place to enjoy wine and hang out. Above all, that's the feeling you get when you come in: chat with proprietor Henry, or one of his staff, the grab a comfy chair or a spot at the bar. I'm super thankful that Henry took this space on after Minimo bowed out, and it's been incredible to see how Alta Vina has developed over the last year as Henry's not just finding his groove, but making his mark. We were just there this weekend for Queer Crush, and enjoyed how well the store supported the wine and food at the event!