What a great venue! And the idea of a blackout bingo card to keep customers coming back? Brilliant. This is a women-owned bar that serves wines, beers, and some food items to munch on while you "wine down" for the evening. I came here for Disney trivia night. We ended up scoring second place! It looks like they host other themed trivia nights and other events (check out their website!). Actually planning to stop by next week for their "Queens Music Match Up" night in honor of Women's History Month. Until then! read more

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Wine down is ok. It's a good spot for happy hour and there are plenty of seats for a group if you're coming with friends after work. There aren't too many items on the happy hour menu but at least there is something. Not sure I would be back unless I am trying to kill time in the area. read more

This is a cute little place. You can to walk down the ramp to get to it. It's nice place to gather after work or meeting up with some friends. They do have some outside seating. When we went there was just one guy working, who was also the bartender, so service was a tad slower. We ordered wine, small bites, beer, & a few shots of Chambong. Everything was good. It's place I would recommend if you don't want to deal with a lot of people. Although, the time we went it wasn't so packed to where you had to squeeze by people. read more

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This is a small but comfortable spot for after-work drinks with friends and colleagues. They only serve beer and wine and light bites, so it's an easy and simple place to visit. Their wine selection is great and I enjoyed their reds. I was here for a special event, so one can book this place for private parties/experiences and it worked out really well. The staff was very friendly. read more

Super cute bar with delicious wine! I had the #2 white wine and it tasted great! They also have a happy hour til 6 with a few bucks off some whites and reds and some of the snacks. Friendly bartender that was very helpful as well. Def worth stopping in! read more

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Wine and charcuterie with a client while in town for a work conference - a great time! Very friendly and helpful bartender, great beer and wine both. The only downside was that the charcuterie was a bit small. But the empanadas were tasty. But we still had a great time! read more

Have walked past this place a few times it located in SOMA. I went here on a random Thursday night to grab some wine after dinner. I got a white wine which was great and refreshing. They also that this cool program called "bingo" . Every time you go in for wine you can mark off the drinks on the bingo chart that they provide and keep for you until your next visit. And if you try everything on the bingo card you get invited to a party. The service was excellent very helpful and knowledgeable. Would totally go back. read more

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I hosted my birthday party at Wine Down, and everything was fantastic. The space and vibe were perfect for the night. Sarah, the owner, was amazing to work with during planning--clear, responsive, and super organized. On the night of, Dani and Dylan were our bartenders, and they brought so much energy and enthusiasm. Everyone had a great time thanks to the whole Wine Down team. Highly recommend for private events or just a fun night out! read more

Generous, attentive and happy spirit here. Aaron was working the bar. I had 5 tasters of white and red blends but settled on the chilled red and roasted almonds. Happy hour includes the blends so perhaps I missed the deal but I'm satisfied with my choices. Limited food though the local empanadas are a good offer $7 each. Two tables outside and it's bright inside with chill music that will make it cozy for the coming rains... I always hope for the rains. This chilled red is from a natural wine maker. They like to work w/small production winemakers who tend to be more organic I believe. A "Good Wine Karma" board is here if you'd like to pay a glass or more forward! A new wine home. Two other nice touches: Aaron was attentive to my having a glass of water which I really appreciate. And, blankets available for when it gets cold at time. read more

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Had an amazing time here! The wine was excellent, the food was tasty, and I loved their "blackout" card program they set up where you get invited to a quarterly party if you try enough of the wines! Our bartender was incredibly friendly, as well as helpful in deciding which wine to try. Will definitely be back! read more

Wine Down SF is my third place, and for good reason. They have a great selection of red and white wines. And let's not forget the Chambong - a must-try! Owners Sarah and Jaime are incredibly friendly and welcoming, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The Black Out Bingo loyalty program is a brilliant touch, offering amazing perks like a chance to get invited to an bingo bash with all you can drink wine and even the opportunity to get your own personalized glass and a spot on the wall! If you do sign up for their Blackout Bingo program, say that I referred you. Beyond their amazing wine and the loyalty program, Wine Down SF also hosts fun events like monthly trivia nights, bachelor watch parties and the competitive Wine Olympics. It's the perfect spot to unwind after work, catch up with friends, or just enjoy a glass of wine. Five stars all the way! read more

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A pretty incredible bar with fabulous staff and a wonderful group of regular attendees!!!

ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS COZY WINE BAR! This is such a hidden gem in SoMa area and I will be back! My friends and I came for their Bachelor finale watch party and had a great experience all the way from the service to the great wine/food options. We started with a round of their workbook white which was super delicious and nicely refreshing. Everything is also well priced and they even offer a wine bingo card you can complete if you try all their wines. They also had great small bites like cheeseboards and empanadas which smelled delicious. Beyond the food and drinks, this bar is super cozy with little nooks and great photo opportunities. For their bachelor watch party they created special bingo cards and even had prizes for the winners. The staff is very friendly and make it a point to get to know their customers. The staff offered great recommendations and we had great conversations with them. All in all this was a great night and I'm excited to come back soon! read more

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This is hands-down my favorite wine bar in town! It's a women-owned gem that radiates warmth and community. Whether you're stopping by for a quiet glass of wine or showing up with a crew, the vibe is always welcoming and inclusive. They host some of the most fun events around--Bachelor watch parties, trivia nights, and the can't-miss quarterly bingo bash. Pro tip: start a bingo card and check their website often for upcoming parties and special events--they go all out! I love how easy it is to drop in and find familiar faces. Whether it's a random Tuesday or a themed party night, I always feel right at home with my neighborhood friends. Highly recommend this spot if you're looking for a place that blends great wine with community spirit and unforgettable events! read more

Great for happy hour and groups. The bartenders are super nice and friendly. Highly recommended. read more

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I only came here once with a big group of friends. I like that they offer carafes of wine, it's just easier for groups. They do offer happy hour which is great. I feel like the city is stingy on happy hour so when a place offers it, it's always a nice surprise. The meat and cheese plate was only okay, cheese wasn't special but I love they do pita bread instead of crackers. I remember the empanadas were really good though. That was a good order for the table. read more

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The best wine bar in SF. It's like Cheers, but for wine. Go sign up for a Bingo card and earn free drinks!

Super cute wine bar! Went here for a work happy hour to celebrate a coworker going to grad school, they were very accommodating and even wrote a sweet goodbye message on the reserved sign! Great wine and snacks read more

I went here for a work happy hour event few months ago. The ambiance and service was amazing. The package that my company got for this event included drinks, hummus, cheese and fruit plates, cupcakes and mini empanadas which were served hot with a spicy sauce. They did have a veggie empanada and it was yummy! read more

I worked with Sarah at Wine Down for a private event and I'm SO glad I did. From coordinating the event, to specifications for menus and signage, it was a seamless experience. It's rare to find a place downtown with good food, wine, and ambience! I can't recommend working with Sarah and her team. read more

This place is our Go-To for team Happy hours! They also have good non-alcoholic options like the Yuzu Ginger (Non alcoholic beverage). Their Corn Empanadas are also really good! read more

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I coordinated with Sarah to have a group happy hour here. Communication and planning was seamless! Our group really enjoyed the non-alcoholic lemon ginger sparkling drink as well as the Chambongs which they are known for! The service was amazing! The bartenders made us feel welcomed and always offered to pour another drink when our glasses were about empty. Will definitely keep Wine Down SF in mind for our next SF happy hour. read more

When I lived in the East Bay I would drive by this location often on my way to the Bay Bridge. I would look over and imagine myself with a glass of wine and appetizer instead of another hour of traffic jams. I arrived early for an appointment that I had in the neighborhood, so I decided to find a spot to enjoy a happy hour drink. Since I was early, the place was empty and got to learn more about the place. The bartender was great, let me know what they had on special and I tried the Point Reyes TOMA cheese plate with warm flatbread. To drink, I had the Sparkle Pony from the local Black Hammer Brewery. I loved the wine and beer selections that they had. The options of food and beverages are great for a happy hour get togethers, dates and special events. Overall a great place and can't wait to come back with others. read more

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I came for a Bachelor party.This is a cool place to go watch my television guilty pleasure on a Monday night called " The Bachelor". This place was crowded with Bachelor viewing fans. Had good glasses of Pinot Noir. Good place to unwine and wine down after having a case of the Mondays. Since Monday Night Football season is over its time to watch the new body contact sport called " The Bachelor" on Monday nights. read more

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New favorite spot in life. Period. This place is awesome!! Wine Down is perfect for a nice afterwork drink and nibble on something good. The vibe is very cute, chill and Instagram ready. The service is extremely prompt and friendly. And the drinks and yummy bites just topped it all off wonderfully. We split a carafe of white wine, the three pretzel buns, champagne gummy bears, and some hot mozzarella empanadas. Yum, to all of it! There's also colorful little posters everywhere promoting special events like Bachelorette watch parties, bingos and more here. I was trying to read it all, everything seemed so interesting! I will have to go to an event one day, it's really a great spot for a social little shindig with treats and drinks. Love unwinding, I mean having a wine down, here! read more

What a fun place to hang out! My colleagues and I tried coming here on a random weekday, but the whole place was closed for a private event. BOO. Actually I don't blame them because it's a pretty awesome venue. It's right in the lively heart of SoMa. Their happy hour is 3pm to 6pm daily, and fortunately my boss and I made it on time to get $5 off a carafe of rosé. Yes, we finished the whole thing on our own. It was tempting to play their Blackout Bingo game. Maybe if I lived or worked closer. To prevent ourselves from getting too drunk, I ordered four of their empanadas, one of each that they offered that day. It was an assortment of vegetarian ingredients. Took awhile to prepare but totally worth it. Steaming hot and incredibly flavorful. The décor is beautiful. I just love how bright, white, and well-lit this place is. Super swanky. The vibe is as upbeat as the neighborhood, especially with a DJ at one end of the bar and some of the bartenders celebrating their birthdays. I'd love to come back here whenever possible, even if it's out of the way. Such a fun place to hang out, especially if you work in the area. Good snack options. Open on the weekends. Generally just a great company, and most of all, and I appreciate their enthusiastic customer service. read more

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- Great Ladies, service was fast and friendly. - Prices are in line with other SF Wine bars (~$15 + Tip + Tax for an "average/OK-" glass of wine). - The noise level was unbearable, it was almost impossible to have a conversation without yelling. read more

YAAAAAAS. I love this place. My role at work used to be "happy hour planner" -- I had to track down new, exciting bars for work happy hours for 10-20 people. My most successful event ever was at Wine Down. The owners are fantastic to work with. They planned things out such that drinks were pre-poured and meat/cheese platters were ready to go when we arrived. And the service continued to be great throughout the evening. Fantastic place to host a happy hour or similar event! read more

Honestly came here for the high yelp rating because being an elite I kinda listen to what my fellow yelpers are raving about. The outside of the bar is kinda ho hum. The inside on the other hand it certainly cute. Inviting and quaint. Good Wine selection, went with the sparkling as usual. Nice staff cool vibes. Great place to "wine down." I read more

Chill vibe and great wine!! This place is great for an after work chill spot. My group was small. We had wine, the meat and cheese platter, and empanadas. Empanadas were on point! I will be back for sure. Parking sucks downtown so hopefully you find a good spot. read more

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I met up with two girlfriends last Thursday, March 9th around 5:45pm for happy hour. One of my gfs got there first, so she was able to snag three seats at the bar. There were a few work HHs happening at the time, so it was fairly busy. *Cabernet Sauvignon: Cultivar, Napa Valley, 2014 ($15 glass x3, $71 carafe) *Cheese & Meat Feast: served with warm flatbread, Zoe's Prosciutto, Zoe's Spicy Salami, Point Reyes Blue Cheese, Rumiano's Sharp White Cheddar ($19) *Nucha Empanadas: served with chimichurri sauce; Spinach & Feta: organic spinach, onions, feta cheese, ricotta cheese, bechamel sauce; Caprese: roasted tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, fesh basil; Mushroom Gorgonzola: crimini mushrooms, onions, gorgonzola cheese, ricotta cheese (3 for $12) Their HH is 4pm-6:30pm and is called Happiest Hours. They do $1 off glasses and $5 off carafes of wine and pitchers of beer. (Prices listed above are their regular prices.) Since we all arrived at different times, we each started off with a glass of cab, not knowing everyone else also ordered cab as well. After the first round, we got a carafe which is supposed to be 5 glasses, so a better deal in the end as 5 glasses would have been $75 versus $71. The red was a good fuller bodied wine, but I didn't think it was as complex as other reds I've had. We needed some snacks while drinking. I always end up ordering the charcuterie plate. It's a decent amount for the price, but if you're super hungry, I suggest making it a double for $35 as it wasn't a lot for three people. For the empanadas, they have a daily selection. Out of the three, I really enjoyed the mushroom empanada. We ate that one first, so the other two were a little disappointing as the mushroom one was so good. Service was pretty good for it being so busy. It was never hard to get the attention of any bartender. They were also all very friendly. My gf who got there first had a nice conversation with one of the owners before we joined her. Fun place if you like drinking wine. I haven't had much wine on tap, so this was a nice place to grab some glasses. Just make sure to go during their happiest hours to take advantage of that discount! read more

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I worked with Sarah at Winedown to get some fun boxes sent out to our leadership team for the holidays. She was so helpful and efficient with making sure our order was what we wanted and got delivered to everyone on time. Sarah also HAND DELIVERED my box since I was local so I got to meet her! Overall great experience working with Winedown and Sarah. Will definitely be using them again. read more

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What a wonderful little wine bar chock full of lovely selections and that amazing charcuterie board. I'm happy!!

If you're looking for a place to throw a bridal shower, look no further. I planned a bridal shower at Wine Down for my best friend and it was so much fun and hands down, the perfect venue for us wine-loving gals. Staff was wonderful and so helpful, we enjoyed ease and flexibility on how we wanted to utilize the space, and the best part -- every inch of this wine bar is a photo op which means you won't have to worry too much about decorating. Sarah was so communicative and easy to work with, which made the planning process go super smoothly. We loved the cute mimosa bar with YAY champagne glasses, and of course, the chambongs were perfect for our bride vs groom race. We loved that they opened the space to us outside of normal business hours so we could be rowdy and have fun without disturbing other patrons. Lastly, wine selection here in on point and I can't wait to return! read more

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I came here for the first time to watch a Bachelorette premiere, and absolutely fell in love with the place. Locations is great, pretty central, near MOMA. Decor is super cute, the place in general is super Instagrammable. The vibe of the place is really laid back and would be great for a date night. I love all the little extra touches they have throughout the bar, little signs, plants, etc. The place is a bit tight, especially on a busy night, but no different than any popular bar in the city. The night I went, they provided candy and Chex Mix to everyone there, and even did a little trivia game for the Bachelorette in which you could win a hat. It made the night even more fun! The bar tenders were really friendly and attentive. Prices are reasonable, around $8-$15 for a glass. We got a carafe for $59. I would definitely come back! read more

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I can't speak enough goodness about the ladies who run this operation. I first discovered WD about five years ago, when a friend and I decided to have joint birthday get together. Since then, I have grown to love Jaime and Sarah for what they stand for as women, minorities, small businesses owners, and, just people with big hearts. I am also delighted (but not surprised) by the creative ways in which they stayed afloat the past few years, while the rest of the world was falling apart :( Most recently, these women went above and beyond to help me organize holiday gift boxes for nearly 100 team members. Timing was tight, and recipients were all over the country, but J & S, and their incredible team, more than delivered. Keep it up guys!!! Can't wait to see what you do next read more

Great wine , great place 4.5* Found this place strolling around the city with a friend. We decided to get an afternoon glass of wine and try the new place out! The interiors are very well done and the main bar is the primary seating inside. There are some tables too and some seating outside as well. The menu has a wide selection of wines and small plates. The bartender was very nice and explained the wine selection and the revisions, flavours, etc. He has the biggest smile and was so welcoming. He even offers a taste before we ordered the glass. Note: The wine was not from a bottle but a tap!!! That was super cool and a first for me. We decided to try the white wine ( it was a very hot afternoon) and got the Riesling and the Chenin blanc. The wines were super and the Chenin blanc ($12.00/glass ) was my favourite 10/10 and the Riesling ($8.00/glass) was pretty good too 8/10. The music usually is not noticeable in wine bars but here they played hip hop tines which were just awesome ! We had a fantastic time We did not try the food but did see small plates of an assortment of meat being ordered by others. By the time we were leaving around 6 pm the place was packed( the outdoor space specially). They have a unisex bathroom in the back which had a very cool gold finish look and played hip hop !! That was a winner for me :P I recommend this place highly !! read more

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I've had this place bookmarked for a while and finally got to try them out for HH (4-630pm). My friend and I actually came from another wine bar so we were able to compare the two and felt the quality of wine was better here, although also much more expensive. Drinks were $1 off glasses and $5 off carafes/pitchers. My friend had a cabernet ($15) while I opted for an espresso milk stout beer ($7). The wine was very smooth with a nice powerful flavor - definitely not suited for the wine novice. I loved the coffee flavor of the stout and how it complemented the beer without overpowering it, but thought there was just a tad bit too much foam on top. We also shared a plate of empanadas, which were small but tasty! The mushroom gorgonzola had a very strong cheese flavor, which some people might not like, and I'm glad we split it because I don't know if I would've been able to handle that much of it LOL. The spinach and feta, on the other hand, had a much lighter flavor which I liked more. This wine bar is small (probably seats ~20 people max), well lit, and very clean, with kind of a bougie atmosphere. The music allows for easy conversation but isn't so quiet that it detracts from the fun HH vibe. The menu is a little limited, but our server was friendly and knowledgeable, and the pours were generous, so we were very satisfied with what we ordered. It's definitely more of a splurge for me, but I'm glad I tried it! read more

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Loved the vibe here overall- the space, the energy, the wine. What I didn't love- ordered pretzels and empanadas at 5:50. Around 6:50, I told the waiter we had never gotten our empanadas. He said he'd go check (note he didn't apologize). He never came back, nor did the empanadas arrive. At 7:30, our friend whose put his card down for our tab has to head out. He checks out at counter. At 7:35, our friend has left and I ask one more time (1 hour, 45 mins later) where the empanadas are. I'm told that they were removed from our bill (at 1 hour and 40 mins after we ordered them, and our friend was checking out). I asked- what about the 1 hour & 30 minutes we waited for them? I didn't get an apology, didn't get the empanadas. really upsetting. We had wanted to stay for another few glasses of wine but left instead. read more