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    Bill L.

    I do a wine bar once a month with a friend. He wanted to try this place. It just happened to be the night before my birthday. The moment they opened the doors, Jeff and Nick made us feel so welcomed! Lots of great wine selections, and the cheese and food were so fresh and different! They can program the player piano to play what you want if it's available. Great experience and a nice chill place! I'll definitely go back!!

    Maddy M.

    Upon walking up to Wax Poetic, I noticed it was small, dark, and there were two other people in there. THIS IS MY VIBE. I was so excited to check this place out because I am always on a mission to explore every single wine bar in the SFV. Love the aesthetic of this place. Art deco and other vintage touches give it a really unique feel. I love that they project old movies on the wall. They also have a self playing piano. So fun! We sat down at a table that was pushed together with another one to make a four top. Since there was no one else around us, we separated the tables to have a little more room. The first thing the employee said to us was some sort of comment about how the table was for four people and that they don't separate them. There was no one else there so we kind of laughed it off, but it was definitely a funny first impression that didn't feel entirely welcoming at first. The employee ended up warming up to us and was very helpful in recommending and describing wines. I had a lovely Malbec and a Cab from Napa. Their Chef was out sick so unfortunately I didn't get the chance to try and of the nibbles. They did have the ice cream available which we tried and it was simple, but nice. I definitely look forward to coming back and coming with more friends. What a cool neighborhood spot. They have a nice deal where you get a discount if you purchase bottles to go. Could be a great date night spot too!

    Marina L S.

    Hidden gem in Burbank. Great wine , nice portions and reasonable prices. Will be adding this to my list of spots for a quick drink and or lunch!

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    Kelly C.

    We, being a party of 4, popped in to this quaint spot on Magnolia. We walked in and were greeted by the staff and they were great. A couple of us are wine drinkers but another couple are beer drinkers and they're was a good selection of both wine and beer. We tried a lot of the foods. Small menu. All that we tried was absolutely delicious! Beef carpaccio and sea bream were very tasty. We ordered a couple more orders of the sea bream we loved it so much! Mini baguettes with goat cheese, garlic confit, patè and also butter. Then on to dessert. Spiked root beer float! Yummmyy!!! Affogato was so good! Anyway, we will be back! Loved it!

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    Lisa A.

    This place is AWESOME! The staff brings all the joy. Also, the vibe is epic! Wax Poetic is no longer a secret

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    Marie Elise O.

    Wow! I can't recommend Wax Poetic enough!! What a fantastic addition to the Magnolia Park area in Burbank. The owners Carrie and Eric are so personable and have created such a thoughtful and beautiful space to enjoy wine & delicious bites. The menu is small and meaningful. They have a fun collaboration with Vampire Wines, complete with a feature of a wine bottle in a Vampire cloak - so cute! I did try the cab sauv from Vampire Wines and really enjoyed it. The bartender/somme also recommended the vampire wines rose prosecco - I'll definitely need to try it next time. I also think it's so clever that they offer wines on tap. I tried the Pinot Noir from Argyle (Willamette Valley). I'm a big fan of Pinot noirs and I thought this wine hit the spot of being an enjoyable & palatable wine to start the evening. The wines on tap come in 5oz, 8 oz, and 17oz portions. A couple sips into my 8oz pour I realized I needed to supplement my wine with some food. We ordered a baguette with pate & sour cherry glaze, the beef carpaccio, and the stone fruits with burrata & jamon Serrano. I was a little worried that there would be too much food but it was actually perfect! We got to speak with the chef briefly and he intentionally designed the menu to be filling yet light and also cold. It was truly perfect, especially paired with wine. The baguette comes out a perfect temperature balanced between warm & hot while still being soft and tearable. The pate with sour cherries was amazing with the bread. The highlight of the meal was the beef carpaccio. The brightness of the lemon with olive oil was fantastic. It was everyone's favorite part of the order. Lastly, the stone fruit with burrata and jamon came in a close second favorite. I loved how light & refreshing it was while also being super filling & tasty. As far as ambience, Wax Poetic is definitely a 10/10. From the color of the walls, to the stools, to the light fixtures, and the live piano - wow! Truly beautifully designed. I loved the art deco inspiration and was obsessed with their light fixtures. This would be a romantic date night spot. The staff was also top notch. We came during the grand opening and it was definitely a bit busy. The bartender/somme made fantastic recommendations and was super friendly & kind. I do appreciate that the totals include 20% for staff so tipping is not required over that. There is also a rewards club you can sign up for! Overall, Wax Poetic is a must try! I will be visiting again.

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    We are open for brunch now too!! Hope to see you on Sunday.

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    Thank you Kelly for your lovely review - we hope to see you back soon!

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    Thank you for your kind words. Hope to see you soon.

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    This place is amazing. The wine and food is delicious. The beef carpaccio was our favorite!

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    Looks they've changed the 20% included gratuity. Now it's a 5% service fee plus whatever gratuity the guest wants to leave.

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    4.3(575 reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    Happy hour specials
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    I've been meaning to write this review! They exceeded my expectations for my engagement party. The…read morefood, service, and decor were all wonderful. We hosted about 20 people for lunch and everything was delicious. I selected the Rigatoni Bolognese, Chicken Piccata, and Baby Gem Caesar salad for the lunch menu. We also added pizzas for extra options and I brought a cake. I don't like cannolis so bring your own dessert if you're not a cannoli fan! Rose, the event coordinator, was amazing to work with and made the process so easy. Pricing was very fair for the overall experience. The decor during Christmas/new years was beautiful. I highly recommend Urban Press Winery for events or casual dining!

    I visited this restaurant recently. I can say everything was five stars…read more Service was outstanding. We were greeted right away and seated. Our server's name if I am not mistaken was Edward. He went above and beyond in providing customer service. He made recommendations on what to order and what their popular food items were. For food, this location is offering brunch now. I can say food was very tasteful. I really enjoyed my waffle. It was so yummy. I can say it was one of the best waffles I had. For ambiance, this location has a very lovely ambiance and decoration. It is perfect for a date night or casual hangout with friends. It is nicely decorated and there is a small water fountain too. They also have private rooms for small events. For parking, there is metered street parking and there are couple of public parking locations available.

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    4.8(311 reviews)
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    Inkwell was recommended by a friend and after the vibe, service and food from our night out I can…read moresee why. First off, parking is street parking and in the surrounding neighborhood so give yourself a little time to find a spot. The building is a little smaller than I imagined. One decently sized room for the bar, booths and tables. This place fills up fast especially on trivia nights so if you are sensitive to crowded spaces and loud noises (music and all the talking) just be prepared. :) Our group got a nice mix of the pretzel, beef tallow waffle fries and cheese with jam. All topped off with a real nice pilsner. You place your order at the bar and they bring it to you, the bartenders were top notch and really made our group feel welcome. Would come back for sure!

    The drinks here are excellent! You order at the bar and they bring your food to you…read more Masala Grilled Chicken Sandwich - Tasted bland but too spicy at the same time. Very one note. The chicken was a little dry and the seasoning on it just tasted spicy to be spicy. No real flavor. The cucumber and slaw also did not help with the bland taste. It really needed an acidic component to bring the flavors out or an aioli. The fries it came with were divine though! I subbed for waffle fries and they were oh so crispy! Corpse Reviver - Get it. Just get it. Refreshing with just the right amount of alcohol I want to taste in my drink hehe. Food came out timely, staff were helpful and attentive. Great place for a group of 4-5 - anymore and it'd be too crowded as they don't have big tables. Loved the vibe of the place. I really want to like LIKE this spot so I think I'll get something else entree wise next time!

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    4.4(64 reviews)
    4.4 miStudio City

    While we probably won't rush back, it's a super cute place with a 'garden' or 'backyard' feel above…read morea funky furniture place. Food was a bit of a mixed bag. We tried a yellowfin tartare which was great. I got the pasta which was very good, and my wife got the salmon. Salmon was fresh and great, but the broccolini side was ridiculously salty. Service was very good, but my wife wanted the tartare as an entrée and our server, who was honestly lovely, suggested it wasn't large enough for an entrée. Problem was, it was a pretty substantial portion and my wife would have appreciated it as a main. I loved getting to share the tuna, but if she'd have just ordered that, and not added the salmon, I think we both would've appreciated the experience more. A very good wine list, with some really nice wines by the glass - You don't see that often enough - and limited, but interesting beer. Ample parking, 90 minutes free.

    First time at Cosette and it was very nice. Very inconspicuous but nice!! It's located right next…read moreto Madewell and it's upstairs on second floor of the plant store. It's easy to get lost but it's easy to find after you read the sign and pass Madewell. It was a girls night out experience and we had fun on a Saturday evening. For food I ordered the bread and butter that was Shareable and the tuna ahi with chips that was 3/5. It could have been more flavorful. The bread and butter was 5/5 though. Very hot and soft. For the wine I had the Grenache and sparkling rose that was very good!!! My fav two selections. I highly suggest !! The service was really good and pretty fast! We had Yesi as our server and she was very attentive and good personality!! I would like to have her again!! The ambiance is cute and nice surrounded by beautiful plants you can purchase. I will try Cosette again! The parking was expensive in the lot! They only give 90 min free parking after it's a few every hour or min. I had to pay $20, so just FYI.

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    Mirabelle Wine Bar

    Mirabelle Wine Bar

    4.6(310 reviews)
    3.7 miValley Village
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    Tbh, I have not a single negative thing to say. I'm gonna be backwards and start with dessert but…read morethat white chocolate earl grey crème brûlée was the most unique and BEST crème brûlée I've ever had. It was absolutely delicious and I had to make a conscious effort not to lick the bowl. Now to the food, we got the frites (10/10) and the 2 item charcuterie board (10/10), both on the happy hour. Super reasonably priced and both amazingggg. We thought about ordering another charcuterie board. We also got a bottle of the pinot Gris (skin contact) and it was delicious. I love a skin contact wine so I'm biased but everyone should try them. We also did glasses of the chenin blanc and the carmenere. The chenin blanc was probably my favorite I've had of the many I've tried and the carmenere was super unique. The service was fantastic (shoutout to Isabella) who was helpful and nice. Also super attentive even when it was busy! The outside patio is super nice looking and vibey. String lights and candles on the tables with a chef grilling right as you walk out of the door. I'm dedicated to becoming a regular now and can't wait to try the rest of the menu.

    Mirabelle Wine Bar is a gem. The atmosphere had a classy rustic feel to it--stylish, relaxed, and…read morethe kind of place you immediately want to settle into for a while. We ordered a sparkling wine that was excellent, and our server was genuinely attentive without hovering. Big shoutout to our waitress, who was kind enough to make sure we got our order in before the happy hour cutoff so we could get the pricing. That kind of thoughtfulness goes a long way. Great vibes, great service, great pour. We'll definitely be back.

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    4.7(6 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    This event is absolutely the perfect way to start the holiday season!…read more The Event: The Holiday Street Fair started at 12pm till 8pm. It's a few blocks on San Fernando Road. Wide varieties of different vendors. It's time to do some holiday shopping! Wine Walk started at 4pm till 7pm. Separate check in areas for General Admission and VIP Admission. It's good to separate the crowd. General Admission checked in on Palm Ave. VIP checked in in front of the mall. VIP has it's own lounge area on the terrace at the mall. There were food & wine tasting stations. Great atmosphere with music and beautiful Christmas tree. Lots of seating areas to enjoy the party! On San Fernando Road, there were 4 tasting stations spread out. In addition, more tasting stations at different restaurants and retail stores. It was fun following the map & doing some "treasure hunt" ( WINE!) There was a live band playing music starting in the afternoon till the night. What a fun street party! Very well organized event! The Parking: Several parking structures in downtown Burbank and it's FREE too!

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