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    Wine Experience Dana Point

    4.8 (62 reviews)
    Closed • 3:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Gorgeous space with carefully selected wines
    Mendy B.

    An absolute gem & a much-needed addition to our community. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is upscale with great energy. Perfect for both a quick stop and a longer, more leisurely browse & tasting. What truly sets this shop apart is the incredible expertise and passion of the staff. On my visit, I was looking for a specific type of wine for a dinner party and found the options a bit overwhelming. The owner Mike and was incredibly approachable and knowledgeable. The selection itself is thoughtfully curated. While they have the popular favorites, the real treasures are the boutique and smaller-production wines you won't find at a big-box store. It's clear that each bottle was chosen with care and a genuine love for wine. The store also offers a delicious menu with flatbreads & cheese boards to enjoy with your wine. Cheers !

    Duck mousse crostini
    Jane T.

    We kicked off our evening at Wine Experience with the chorizo stuffed dates--sweet, smoky, and wrapped in crisp bacon with a touch of whipped fig crema that made each bite worth while! If you can, try the warm smoked almonds and olives; they're smoked perfection with bright lemon zest and paired beautifully with whatever you're having. The food throughout was absolutely delicious, with thoughtful, elevated small plates that felt refined. The standout on the spring menu? Those beef Wellington puffs--tender filet mignon wrapped in golden, flaky pastry and served with Dijonnaise!! They were rich, elegant, and utterly irresistible; we couldn't stop reaching for more. 3rd order anyone?! What truly made the night special was the team. From the moment we walked in, the knowledgeable staff was genuinely helpful and enthusiastic, guiding us through their wine selections with thoughtful recommendations that perfectly complemented each dish. Their passion turned a lovely dinner into a memorable experience--approachable yet refined. Highly recommend for a special night out. We left smiling, a bit fuller, and already planning to come back. Five stars!

    Charcuterie Board
    Alexis K.

    What a great, new concept! I've seen places like this in Europe before, so I was excited to see on the news something like this open up near me. I went on a Saturday afternoon/holiday weekend, and it was packed! My best guess is that this place is probably set-up for less busier times. When you first walk in, it's a bit confusing where you're supposed to start. It's mostly seating and shelves of wine. At the register, someone will stop by to help you load up a card with a set amount of money. They recommended $25 per person, which turned out to be a good amount. To the right, there is an admittedly tight corridor of refrigerated(?) wine dispensers. The fridges all the way to the left with the bubbly and bottled/canned drinks are for purchasing per drink. However, the next several machines ranging from whites to reds are up for tasting. At each of the machines, you see a few wine options to choose from (what's visible is their front label). After you tap, you can pick the quantity of your pour. We opted to try as many as we could, so we went with the smallest pour. These all loosely ranged from $1-$5. I believe you could also get a half-pour and full glass. I'm not sure if they rotate these wines seasonally or based on stock or anything. I also forgot to see if you were able to try any of their wines on display (not the fridges) by the glass. We saw several folks leave the store having purchased a bottle. There is seating both inside and outside. I saw some heat lamps as well. At the tables, you get a carafe of cold water. There's also QR codes to order food. Their food options are probably not what you're going to go there for. We opted for their 2-option Charcuterie Board. We picked 1 cheese (a bright, creamy one) and 1 meat (a mustard seed one). It also came with a small pot of pepper jelly, small pot of salted nuts, and fresh fig. The folks working there were working very hard and were so helpful! Even though they were spread thin, they had excellent customer service. They were ready to answer questions, quickly wipe down tables, refill wine, etc.

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    Neil E.

    I always Thought wine always tasted gross, bitter, and not satisfying, but after being educated by the team at Wine Experienced and tasting their amazing selection of wines, they definitely opened my eyes to how amazing, tasty, and enjoyable wine can be! I was here for the soft opening and this entire experience has shifted my perspective on wine 180 degrees. I hated wine and now it's definitely something I find delicious, interesting, and eager to learn more about. The ability to try hand picked curated wines by the ounce was huge, as it makes the entire process less daunting and overwhelming. Lots of options to choose from white wine, red wines, dessert wines. Even inexpensive to very expensive wines. Everyone working at the Wine Experience was so knowledgeable about the wines, from the history, region, and the flavor. It was easy peasy to enjoy the 30+ selection of wine. There were 3 options of pours from 1 ounce to more. First step was to tap the prepaid(refillable) card on the counter which would show your balance and then I pressed the button for the amount I wanted to drink. Which automatically charges the prepaid card, way too easy and fun. I've been on Wine tours in Napa, Temecula, and central coast, but the time spent at the Wine Experience learning from Mike and his team was amazing. The information and knowledge was at the perfect level and enough for me to comprehend, process, and enjoy. I honestly thought I was gonna show up and just try a bunch of wines and get buzzed but it was more than that, we were served delicious food that paired well with all we drank. Loved everything we ordered from the charcuterie board, olives, pizza, and meatballs. The service, the ambience, and the location is wonderful. I look forward to their grand opening and frequenting this awesome spot in the future. Btw I grabbed 2 bottles of white wine that I tried and they offer giftcards or pre charged wine cards as gifts. I'm definitely sharing with my friends so we can all go out and enjoy this amazing place together. Definitely a great place for a solo, date, or a group experience!!!

    Wine spectators #1 wine in tap: Chateau Giscours, Margaux 2010.
    Thomas P.

    Wonderful wine experience in Dana Point. The service was excellent, with an extremely knowledgeable staff and owner present. A fantastic selection of French, Italian, and California wines on tap with flexible pours from one ounce tastings to five-ounces. The food (Charcuterie, flatbread, and meatballs) were great, and the atmosphere was relaxed yet upscale. No children allowed. Highly recommend

    Cheese and meat platter
    Paula R.

    Located up the hill from Dana Point harbor, plenty of street and parking structure parking available. We came on a Sunday afternoon for my birthday, wasn't busy. We arrived got a rundown on how to use the wine dispenser and chose our table. We did some wine tastings and got a simple meat and cheese platter. Service was good and wine selection was ok. We did get a quick explanation of some of the wines and recommendations from the sommelier. I didn't like or find a new favorite, variety was lacking. The wine selection was missing some complex full bodied wines, which are my favorites. The meat platter was delicious but small for the price. Overall it was an ok experience, Great place for a date.

    Coastal Mushroom Delight Flatbread
    Elizabeth H.

    An intimate wine experience to relax and enjoy in an unhurried Dana Point! We came here to see what's in store and on a Saturday evening, it was buzzing with wine lovers. A great selection of wine and delicious food made us stay. The outdoor seating was comfortable. We had three kinds of food and each item was very tasty with red and white wine pairings of course! The Citrus Grove Beets & Burrata was fantastic! The creamy burrata was so soft and creamy it was hard to stop from eating. We had the plate cleaned out. The Coastal Mushroom Delight Flatbread suits its name. So good and delightful! Last but definitely not the least, the Meatballs with Stracciatella Cheese was swimming in a lovely marinara sauce. We had the plate cleaned out too! Our server was very nice and attentive. We will come back again for sure!

    Jeff P.

    This place is awesome. My wife has been wanting to stop by for months and we normally go to our regular place in the harbor. Today we stopped in with our e-bikes. I wish I would have stopped in earlier. Dozens and dozens of excellent wines. You can taste as little as one ounce pours and try wines before spending on the full bottle. I went for the 300$ bottle pour for 25$. Fantastic!!! All five people in my group tried different wines and we had such a great time. We also got flat bread dishes and cheese plates. We are now making this part of our regular bike tour stop.

    Such a hidden gem, nice place to sit back and catch up with friends very unique experience. You can try wines from so many different regions there absolutely has to be something you have to like here. Stephen and Spencer were super helpful choosing out wines and experts in the field, they are happy to help find you the perfect taste. Can't wait to bring friends here!

    Sahar R.

    This spot in Dana Point is the perfect mix of charm, relaxation, and great wine. The atmosphere is warm and inviting--casual enough to feel comfortable, but elevated enough to feel like a special night out. The wine selection is fantastic, with something for everyone--from crisp whites and bold reds to unique blends you don't usually find elsewhere. The staff really makes the experience stand out. They're knowledgeable without being pretentious and are happy to guide you through the list if you're not sure what to try. I especially appreciated how they took the time to explain pairings and made great recommendations. Whether you're stopping by for a date night, a gathering with friends, or just to unwind with a glass and watch the sunset near the harbor, this is definitely a place worth visiting. Great wine, great people, and a great vibe--everything you want in a wine spot.

    Maddie W.

    The perfect wine bar! Fun, relaxing, great service. Cheese board was delicious. Can't wait to try it again!

    Jonathan H.

    My wife, son and I tried out this stylish new wine bar and loved it. The wine is excellent and it's straightforward on how you get it. First, you load a card with a dollar amount that you want to start with, then you find the wine you want and the size (and price) you want, then you place the card on the card reader while you push the button. Be sure to keep the glass under the nozzle or the precious wine might go astray! (I saw that happen to another guest.) They also serve superb food --- not just charcuterie and cheese plates, although those do look good. We ordered three dishes: meatballs with stracciacella cheese; citrus grove beets and burrata; and the coastal mushroom delight flatbread. All were first rate. Flatbread in my experience is usually a hit or miss in most places: here it was a hit with lots of mushrooms and cheese and nicely toasted, crisp bread. The citrus grove beets had lots of fresh beets, lots of fresh arugula and lots of creamy and delicious burrata cheese. The meatballs with stracciacella cheese was also a filling excellent dish. The night we were there two very busy gentlemen were serving a packed restaurant space. We sat outside and it was very pleasant. This really is a first rate wine place. And if you or a friend of yours doesn't happen to be into wine, the food is wonderful too. (And of course they sell wine retail.) (FYI, parking is pretty easy in this part of Dana Point.)

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    Yes. Happy hour is Monday to Friday 4-6pm. At that time it is 25% off the wine stations.

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    Our server Ramon took great care of us, he was extremely friendly, helpful, and attentive. Only…read moregood things to say! Our group came for a nice dinner and definitely got it. For the sides we got cornbread, river street corn elote, asparagus, mushrooms, brussel sprouts, and truffle parm fries. I highly recommend the truffle parm fries, super rich and crispy! For a group of 6, the elote portion was more for 2-3 people to share. I also did 6 fresh kumamoto oysters, which were very good as always expected of the kumamoto. They came with 2 different mignonettes and a cocktail sauce. Highly recommend if you're in the mood for oysters! For our main entrees, we opted for the Wagyu Classic Board and got to try 3 different chef's choice cuts of steak. Which came with picanha, ribeye, and I think filet. Picanha was a huge hit of course. We also got the Prime Tomahawk Steak which was good too, but the picanha and ribeye had my attention. At the end, Ramon overheard that it was mine and a buddy's birthday so he surprised us with the best hot and fresh Apple Cobbler I've ever had in my life. It came with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream and be hooked us up with a cup of gelato with a candle to sing HBD too! If you're looking to spend a little, come get the picanha and some oysters.. have yourself a great dining experience here with Ramon!

    Phenomenal!!! We've…read morebeen in a few times and it's always packed. They have a great small bar and cool lounge area to wait for your table and enjoy a drink. Their steaks are delicious! Super flavorful. Incredibly tender. Perfectly cooked. Great crust. Rendered fat. Awesome all the way around. We ate at the bar and service was perfect even though it can get super busy. Hats off to the bartenders who were attentive even though there were a ton of people around. I've been disappointed by a couple newer steakhouses in San Clemente and San Juan but The Market By The Meat Cellar renewed my faith. Thank you!

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