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    Wally's

    4.0 (44 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Steve W.

    This is a formidable institution dedicated to wine and spirits, but oh, the wines... I remember the original store in Westwood, which always stocked excellent bottles from around the world. When they opened this place I was in heaven. We've been a few times now, and what's great is you can buy wines and drinks by the glass, plus order some food, including impressive charcuterie. They also host events, tastings, etc. Or maybe you just crave some top of the line caviar? We recently went on New Year's Eve and I had a very good Negroni, while my spouse had an excellent red-- and we had a delicious charcuterie board. Bring your wallet, cuz you'll want to spend some dough on their wonderful selections. Come... it's a wine lovers paradise.

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    Alyssa B.

    I'll be honest, it wasn't the best experience. The hosts made us wait with no acknowledgement when we first walked in - not a great first impression. We had a reservation (for my husband's birthday) and they sat us at a community table while open 4 tops sat next to us. The food came out before our drinks. Overall, poor service and mediocre food was not worth the hefty price tag.

    Kate G.

    Very atmospheric and beautiful place, no questions about food and drinks, they are amazing, thank you! But... We reserved a table for 4, two of us came on time, two were late, but the hostess refused to show us to the table and told us to wait outside until all the guests arrived. We were very surprised, but she said that they have such a rule. Strange, but we have been here before and there was no such rule, always one of the guests is late. Just keep this in mind, and next time we will choose a place where there are no such rules

    Selvin C.

    This place is really a nice option for a quick business meeting/hangout if a lunch or dinner meeting isn't an option because of time constraints. There's a great selection of wines , a very nice atmosphere that's paired with both a knowledgeable and friendly staff. Worth a checkout if you in the area.

    Brittney p.

    it's a beautiful place just like feeling to go into Napa Valley. Good music, good food and the best wines ever I want to say a big thank you to Elias. Thank you so much. We enjoy our evening.

    Min Seung K.

    Perfect date night spot! The service Was phenomenal and the Brie baguette starter is a must! Pricey tho.

    Zoe C.

    We spent the day in Santa Monica. While doing some shopping we came across Wally's which we had heard so much about this place so we went inside for a couple drinks. I was impressed on the large selection of Domestic and Foreign Wines they carry. Im sure anyone that comes here will find a Wine to enjoy. Since we had plans to eat elsewhere we ordered some appetizers served fresh. A glass of wine I could not pronounce, sorry. Overall service was good atmosphere was open inviting and well decorated. Service was good.

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    Tina B.

    Love the ambience, the cheese and wine menu A+ with Cavier options. I love the open kitchen with the open meat and glass cheese cabinets

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    Rachel W.

    Amazing atmosphere with tall wine walls. Heard a lot of people take their dates here. Pasta was amazing with its complex sauce. Efficient good service. Staff

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    Great service, amazing food and dig the wine/deli items you can buy onsite. Will definitely come back!

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    Wonderful wine menu, and french inspirations from back home. If you love caviar make sure you leave some for me because I'll be back

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    Not bad, Good Food Little but noisy! I would recommend maybe not for a date Night though

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    Good service and ambiance all top level. Great crowd, fun and delicious. Will absolutely return.

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    Literally the best food. Must try the baked Brie, avocado gem, truffle pizza, truffle French fries, and whole chicken.

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    Good vibes, good service, good food, always popping when I go there. A mature crowd and well trained staff and very welcoming.

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    My favorite wine shop in Los Angeles, now much closer to home in Culver City…read more Excellent selection of wives from around the world, tastings, boutique sources, and name brands at great prices. Service and recommendations are always friendly and knowledgeable unlike big box stores. Private easy and free parking, so there is no excuse not to come shop!

    First time ever to this spot. I had heard that they were going to open a store on this side of…read moretown awhile ago and am glad that I got to check it out. My husband and I have purchased online in the past, but it was great to be able to walk into a store. They have their own private lot (or you can opt for street parking if it is available). They had a sign up advertising their tasting events, and we miraculously walked into a Cazcanes tasting (the tail end of it). The staff greeted us warmly and we passed quite a bit of wine and went to the bar/area reserved for tastings. They were getting ready to wrap it up, but were able to accommodate us for a few last minute tastes. They had the Blanco, Repo, Anejo, and recently released Joven. The representative gave us a brief overview of the brand and let us take some stickers and information cards. They really knew their stuff and were welcoming any and all feedback and questions. I was bummed because I liked the Joven and they were already sold out at this spot. We later ended up at another location to purchase this bottle. After the tasting we toured the store and looked at their collections of spirits--whiskey, vodka, tequila, gin, etc. And also perused the wines. I only wish that I had more time to look at their selection. I already know that if we had any inquiries, the staff would've been glad to help us out. I will make sure to stop in again if I'm in the area since this spot was well organized, had friendly staff, and were eager to assist with any comments or questions or concerns.

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    Stanley's Wet Goods

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    This is a great place for after work happy hour in a casual ambiance. I came here for birthday…read moredrinks with my family before we headed to dinner nearby. The location has a spacious area filled with a variety of wine options. I picked a Bourgogne Chardonnay from France ($36). We came on a late Monday afternoon and, lucky for us, they have a bar special on Mondays: No corkage fee! They also have Happy Hour-- Monday to Friday from 3-6pm. The Chardonnay was divine! I would totally return and purchase another bottle. We also ordered a charcuterie board and took advantage of their happy hour special for $20 (pick two-- one cheese and one meat). We opted for the 'Humboldt Fog' Chèvre as our cheese option and the Bresaola for our meat option. Both were delicious, but the chèvre was truly exquisite. We shared one charcuterie board with five people and it was enough; however if you're on the hungry side, I suggest two charcuterie boards for five or six people. In addition to meat and cheese, it comes with crackers, some pickled veggies, onion jam, candied nuts, whole grain Dijon, and apple slices. On the left side of the venue you have your variety of wine options; on the right side, there's the bar and some tables, plus a small area with other snacks for purchase that pair nicely with wine or beer. They even sell the Torres truffle chips! My only complaint is the service, unfortunately. The lady at the cashier was super friendly, however the bar tender was not so welcoming. When he came over to our table to open our wine bottle, he didn't greet us, smile, or say anything. He took our bottle and opened it and then asked who was going to taste. Not sure if he thought we didn't speak English since we were speaking another language when he came to our table, but overall, we all noticed his attitude and thought it was rather unwelcoming. Because of this experience, I rate this place a 4/5, however, everything else was great!

    Stanley's Wet Goods is a great wine bar where locals can peruse the aisles of their extraordinarily…read morelarge selection of wine, check out beer options in the fridge, purchase some niche cheeses, chocolates, crackers and other items for your charcuteries. High bar shared seating inside but tables outside. They also have a riddle of the day posted above the bar which is fun to solve when you're a little buzzed. Everyone is nice, knowledgeable and non pretentious. The staff has encouraged me to try so many different wines I wouldn't normally do for fear of looking like a noob. I've enjoyed a wide range of wines from an orange one day, a pinot next, a buttery Chardonnay or a spicy Syrah. Every time I'm there it's a fun experiment. :) If you're a lightweight like me, I'd suggest eating a meal beforehand because the menu is pretty light. Street parking or structure in downtown culver is available. You can try the local neighborhoods for free parking, just don't park by my place! lol

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    I've taken WSET Levels 2 and 3 with Monica Marin at the Wine House, and I'm currently finishing my…read moreDiploma Level 4 studies with her as well. Monica has guided us every step of the way throughout this journey. Her depth of wine knowledge, teaching ability, and passion for the subject have given us the tools and confidence needed to succeed at every level. The in-person tastings have been especially valuable and instrumental in preparing for the challenging Diploma tasting exams. Monica does an excellent job helping students develop both their tasting technique and analytical skills. One of the best parts about studying at the Wine House is being able to purchase wines directly from their incredible selection to continue practicing and preparing outside of class. Having access to such a wide range of wines has made a huge difference in reinforcing what we learn and getting ready for the exams.

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