A list minute visit with friend for a glass of wine was needed. I stopped in for a quick visit and quite surprised how cute this place is. There's a small patio right infront of the main area inside. Their wine selection was quite impressive. So much things to choose from. Not only wine, but they also have beer on tap available. I stopped in half an hour before they closed and it was still pretty busy. They have a tasting menu is you were into sampling some wine. What was offered for the tasting menu was quite nice. I think there's only a flight of 3 and the selection was quite nice. One was bold which was really nice. Also, the beer on tap was great. I believe that you could be members of the place as we noticed the orders for pickup. It's quite a nice cool spot for tasting. The main bar area was nice, service was great and friendly. Seemed more like all the locals and members. Quite an impressive selection of wine for purchase. read more

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Visited Willmore Wine Bar as a solo date last Saturday evening. Parking was surprisingly open and available on the street directly in front of the establishment. The inside is cozy, with both table seating available (for normal sized groups- 2, 4, mayyybe 6 ppl) as well as bar seating (where I was seated). It's easy to pick up on the fact that this is a favorite local spot, with the owner and staff immediately recognizing several patrons by name upon arrival (I was envious! lol) The wine selection is impressive, and they have a simple menu of a few Sammie's, salads, and appetizers such as cheese boards, baked pretzel, and other items. Along with my glass of Malbec, I enjoyed a cheese board and quite possibly the BEST Caesar salad with chicken I've had in a decade or more! Dietrich was tending bar, and while not extremely well versed in wines (which he admitted openly), he was knowledgeable enough to pull solid suggestions based on your taste/preference. He was warm and friendly (and busy!). The owner was present the whole evening as well, and though I tried to engage, he didn't seem very interested in making chat with a non-regular like me lol. (It's ok!) There was a guitarist, which added vibes, but mostly just noise...his speakers were very loud, and the selection felt a little out of place. I would've stayed longer than the hour I did, if the music were a little lower and enjoyable (maybe jazz or something?). Maybe there'll be a different musician the next time I visit...I WILL be back! read more

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Went here for a holiday get together and it was awesome. I'm not too familiar with Long Beach bars, so I'm happy my friends planned something here. We had most of the back area for our group, and there were definitely other groups celebrating different things this night. It's a smaller wine bar, but it has a big heart. The wine selection is great and the bar tenders are very helpful. I highly recommend stopping in to Willmore Wine Bar for a glass or two. read more

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If you've ever watched the show "Cheers," this place will instantly give you those same welcoming, familiar vibes. It's a wine bar, and a really cool, cozy spot for grown folks to kick back and unwind. The space is small, but that only adds to the intimate ambiance. The staff--including the owners--are incredibly knowledgeable about their wines and happy to share their insight. Whether you're a wine connoisseur or just dipping your toes into the world of reds and whites, you'll feel right at home. They do serve food, and it was absolutely delectable--each bite thoughtfully prepared to complement the drinks. On some nights, they even have a live band playing near the entrance, adding just the right touch of energy and warmth. This is the kind of spot where you can settle in, sip slowly, enjoy good conversation, and feel like a regular--even if it's your first visit. read more

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The hubs and I were wandering around Bixby Knolls and found this excellent wine bar. Upon entering, we were greeted by a two-man band playing classic rock hits. It set a great mood for our date night. We sat ourselves by at the bar and ordered a couple of drinks and nibbles. The owner, his brother, and son were working that night and were just lovely and great people. Will definitely want to come back and enjoy this place with our friends and family. Highly recommend. read more

Food was delicious. We split a flatbread that had pastrami with mild jalapeños and cheese Service was quick and they continued to ask if we needed anything The music was wonderful. We came to see Kelly and Phil. Nice intimate bar. read more

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I frequent this wine bar, sometimes with friends and sometimes by myself. On the occasions when I visited alone, I always ended up leaving with a new friend, thanks to the welcoming atmosphere. The regulars are incredibly friendly, and without any TVs, the space fosters great conversations. The staff--Ernie, Jessie, Ariel, and Mary in the kitchen--are amazing and truly enhance the experience. They also feature live music, and I recommend following them on Instagram to check out the monthly performance schedule. In addition to fantastic wine, food, and service, they offer wine tours throughout the year and monthly membership into their wine club. Parking is available both out front and in the lot next door. read more

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First time stopping by and it's a 10/10. We were welcomed by Ernie (the owner) who helped us pick our drinks. I got a Nelsons Blood which was divine & some snacks on the side. Later on there was live music , which was amazing. Overall I will be back, and I'm so happy I came upon this place! read more

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Local wine bar. Super friendly. Great live music. Ernie the owner is the best. He's welcoming and warm. Wine menu changes frequently so you can always try something new. They will often give you a taste before you order a full glass. Food isn't special but it's good and pairs great with wine. It's the kind of place you can go and have an intimate conversation or join in conversation with the people next to you. Love that we have this in Bixby Knolls. read more

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A great neighborhood spot with an interesting selection of wine. They have a small kitchen with pizza, pasta, charcuterie board, etc. The staff is friendly and attentive. The owner Ernie did everything to make the visit welcoming. It is place where you could go alone or with a small group and have a good time. read more

This is a place I've been going to with my co-workers for a few years. Cozy place, live music often times on the weekends, and the staff is friendly and will treat you like family once you show up a couple of times. The food is also good. The flatbreads are great, the grilled cheese sandwich is good, and the cheese board. read more

Super cute spot. Great and attentive service. Was a great place to celebrate our anniversary.

Wanted a mellow place to have wine and talk after work, this place was great. Excellent service, nice wine and w3 had a great fresh salad.

Willmore is a great little spot tucked away in the heart of Bixby Knolls. It has a warm inviting vibe that brings people together - whether you're meeting friends or just popping in solo. I've never been here and felt alone; even when you're by yourself. The wine selection is always on point with my favorite being the sparkling rose. The staff are attentive but genuinely funny and engaging. It's the kind of place that feels home the moment you walk in. I no longer live in Long Beach but whenever I am back in town, I always visit Willmore. read more

The service here is fantastic, the decor with the notable lack of any screens is exceptionally earthy and warm feeling. I did not take my phone out once while there which feels like a good experience. Fellow patrons seemed there for conversation and wine which gave it a very European vibe. Had charcuterie plate and the monthly wine flight. The cheeses were great and the meats as well. I always run out of crackers but that's because I have to eat a couple plain crackers to clear my palette between cheeses and wines lol. The flight was one Italian white and one California red and an Italian Chianti. All good wines. Definitely will go back again. They have a wine club going as well $65ish for two bottles a month and a pickup party that includes heavy apps and a glass of wine not from your selection that month. Great little gem of a wine bar in a nice location. read more

Busy date night with my daughter. Cocktails, dinner and then a stop at Willmores to close out the evening. They have great snacks and desserts with a very helpful, knowledgeable and fun staff read more

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My husband and I dined at a restaurant across the street last Saturday and we figured we had to stop by here for a nightcap. When we walked in, we weren't prepared for how small it is. Bar to the right and seating to the left with additional seating in the back. Oh, and seating outside with heat lamps. Even though it is small, we found it to be cozy. The place was packed and we were lucky to find the last table for 2 right next to the piano. There was live music that night. Man on guitar and woman on the piano and they played their own renditions of 80's songs. Love the place already! Menus were brought to our table and they had a bit of everything. They had reds, whites, sparkling wines, beer and even non-alcoholic beverages. You could even order food which was nice. We just got "snacks" since we had just come from dinner. We ordered a cheese plate and hummus board. Overall, we had a nice night, enjoying our drinks and listening to live music. It's a good place to chill and everyone was friendly- staff and patrons. We would return again. read more

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Went here for first Fridays in December 2023. Cozy and warm. Enjoyed a bottle of Chardonnay and a nice Belgium beer. Everyone was nice that worked there. Enjoyed the ambiance with a pianist playing in the background. No complaints here. A good place to chill and enjoy good company. Definitely like the vibe. The only thing is that if you are not a San Francisco 49er fan, you may not like this place! LOL. The owner is a 49er fan. read more

Always a lively group and bartenders are soo helpful! Rather it's your first time or 18th time you feel as if you are home. On first Fridays they have live music!! Such a vibe! read more

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It was nice... really "homey," gives you Cheers Bar (remember the show) vibes. The owner is a sommelier and chef were so witty and welcoming... made me and my bestie feel right at home... they have a pastrami pizza... not my cup of tea, because of the hot pickles lol, but you can always order it without, my bestie LOVED IT lol If you're looking for a casual wine bar ... you should stop by. read more

My wife and I absolutely adore this place. It's so cozy and laid back, the staff really make you feel at home. We have been going ~1/mo for about a year and the owner (and sommelier) Ernie remembers our names, little facts about us, and loves to hear updates in our lives. This week we came in to get help picking out some pairings for a dinner party we're hosting and Ernie was amazing with the suggestions. He's a lovely person. The wine selection is wonderful, we're a big fan of the monthly flight selection. My wife and I love to to each get one and discuss our favourites, what pairings we think would be nice, and tend to always go home with a bottle. The food is also excellent! The best pastrami I have ever had, and their Thai Peanut Chicken Pasta is my wife's favourite. 10/10 super recommended! They also have live music most weekends! read more

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Great wine selection, chill spot, not crowded. Try the flight if you know nothing about wine or about what type you like. Prices are decent.

We (party of 3) arrived here for wine (obviously) and a bite to eat around 5:45pm on a Friday. The dining room was busy, but not overcrowded. We found a great place to sit and immediately received menu and waters. Everyone we interacted with was friendly and people seemed to genuinely be in a good mood. Great start. We asked for wine recommendations and ordered a bottle of the sparkling rosé. After reviewing the menu we ordered food. The wine was excellent, so we ordered a second bottle. The food was good too. The portions were larger than expected. The chef came out and was friendly as well. The price point was right on target. Overall, it was a great evening out with friends in an upbeat dining room, great music, and excellent service. I will definitely become a regular here! read more

We stopped in on a Tuesday afternoon to celebrate our girlfriend's birthday. The place is cozy with a nice big long table that our group was able to post up at. We were greeted immediately by the sommelier and he helped us select a couple of glasses to enjoy before we all settled on getting a couple of bottles including the Opaque Zin and the Screen Door Chardonnay. The service was attentive, the wine on offer was delicious, and the overall vibe was friendly and convivial. We had a great time! read more

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It's a cute locally owned wine bar, love supporting my small local businesses. I attended a Galentine's Day event for a great local business #LucysBoudoir owned by #Crystal. The wine was fabulous I ordered a Caesar Salad with chicken I didn't get any photos it was yummy along with my wine. The service was great the owner is super cool will definitely return very soon... read more

Service: we were promply greeted at the door and seated at the bar It was nice and warm and cozy everyone was so nice and welcoming. We ordered a cheese platter which i must say was amazing and a soup that was just as good my boyfriend is a beer drinker sp he enjoyed what they had on tap i started with a wine flight and ended up ordering by the glass i will definetly be going back to this location it was a great time. read more

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Love this place. Nice wine list. Everyone I have encountered who works there is friendly. Food is good... I will return !!! read more

Amazing wine selection. Limited but tasty menu. Great ambiance. Music on weekends. There is a lovely open feeling with the employees and patrons. If you go by yourself, sit at the bar and you'll have a great time. read more

"Oh Toto, there's no place like home." We had never been to the Wilmore wine bar on Atlantic, and when we walked in on this "first Friday" evening of February, we were on sure what to expect. What enjoyably transpired for the rest of the evening was super great, warm and engaging employees coming over to make sure that we were having a great first.visit. We enjoyed a cute, yummy complementary cheese plate. Got to do a small wine tasting, and met Sarah, and Ariel. It is so great to see people out, being mindful of their neighbors, enjoying wine and social distancing, and feeling like all is well again. If you are ever on this part of Atlantic Boulevard in Long Beach, I highly recommend coming into the Willmore, and enjoying a glass of wine and letting the day fall away. Thank you Willmore! read more

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Ernie has created such an incredible ambiance at Wilmore! The food his brother serves is top notch for a small Wine bar in LA County. Wines by the glass and tastings are solid too. Service for how many people are usually at the bar on Friday and Saturday nights is very impressive. Usually 3 people serving upwards of 30+ people. read more

I have been going to this place since they opened. I am so happy they are still in business... please support this small business! On most nights you will see the owner, Ernie who has a dashing personality and is very knowledgeable about wines. This is a great place to meet up with friends and FYI you will probably like so many of they wines that you will order to go bottles! They have amazing small plates here so if you art hungry you def find something that works(. read more

I randomly walked in without knowing the place and was greeted with the most friendly and welcoming service I've ever had in LB. Ernie and Billy are the best. If you are a SF Niners fan and you are in LB, this should be your new team meeting spot, as Ernie is the biggest 49er fan and his bar shows it. Prices are fair. Street parking is pretty easy. Neighborhood is quiet and safe. The bar attracts a slightly older crowd, I'd say 35+ or even 60+, but it's not like a library. There is a lot of energy inside. Great for dates or small groups of friends. This place seems to organically filter out riffraff, which is a major plus, too. read more

The wine selection is great. They also have a wine club with monthly selections. They also have a menu with some snacks to enjoy with your wine. Occasionally they have live music as well. Love this cozy neighborhood place. read more

The vibe of Willmore is amazing! Friendly locals, attentive staff, and great eats. I will admit, I'm not a wine drinker, so I'll defer to my friends who tell me the selection is outstanding. The food is delish. Many shareable plates. Did I mention the friendly locals? I always make new friends when I come to Willmore. read more

This place is a fun spot that can feel like it takes you back in time a bit! Good food and amazing wine selection. They often have life music as well, which is always a nice bonus. read more

I've been meaning to drop in, i'm and glad I finally did. I love supporting small businesses. I went in on a Wednesday close to closing time. It's a good place to have wine with friends. The place its bigger inside than it appears from the entrance. The ambiance is very local neighborhood wine bar vibes. The crowd age was a mixed bag. The staff is very friendly, the wine selection and pricing was good. The charcuterie plate can definitely use a bit more cheese for the price, and the pizza was tiny for the price but overall good tasting. I will definitely be stopping by again. read more

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Great local neighborhood wine bar. Great service, warm and friendly people hang out there. Ernie and his wife run a great wine bar. read more

Since retirement, I have become quite a regular here. Ernie, the owner, and the rest of his staff know about wine and service. I always learn something new about wine, and I've been drinking and studying wine for close to forty years. I've had wonderful conversations with Ernie and his faithful patrons on wine, food, books, travel, and sports - especially the San Francisco 49ers games. There are no TVs, so it's all about talking and connecting to other humans.Even with a cold kitchen, he has a good food selection. read more

The best pastrami sandwich around. Great wine. Great regulars. Wonderful owners. Polite and respectful workers. Tastefully decorated and clean. This place checks all the boxes for the perfect watering hole. My girlfriend and I spent a wonderful evening at Willmore and I can't wait to return. read more

Great wine choices, chill vibes, friendly staff! Great find! And they have happy hour read more

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