One of my favorite wine spots in OC! Wine lab is the in camp, parking is a hassle here but valet is available in a pinch. Interior is small and cozy. We come here at least once a month. Our favorite is a set of flight where you guess the region and type of wine. I have yet to get it 100% right but it's always fun to guess. The owners here are friendly and great wine section. They also have a small food selection of cheese and meats. Highly recommend for a wine tasting in OC! read more

Wine was decent, but I refused to try more because of the service. Came here on a Wednesday early evening to catch up with someone and was greeted in a way that was pretty distasteful. He was an asian bartender that was the only one on shift at the time and lets just say I could tell he was projecting some insecurity in his life cause this man came off so rude lol. We tried asking questions to get a better feel for which wines would work best for us and he came off quite dismissive. I even noticed that as other customers came in, he kept chewing with his mouth full of falafel as he greeted them in. I've been in hospitality for almost a decade now and never in my years have I seen such repetitive terrible service within 30 minutes. It's actually impressive lol. Spend your money at another place that actually cares about your experience. read more

Every time I'm in the area and in the mood for some crisp wine, I find myself stopping by The Wine Lab. My go-to is usually one of their wine flights. It's a great way to try something new, and I've yet to be disappointed. The staff is always friendly, welcoming, and incredibly knowledgeable. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or just looking for a good glass, they're happy to guide you in the right direction. The bar itself is comfortable and inviting, making it easy to settle in and enjoy a tasting. One of my favorite features, though, is their wine market. It's thoughtfully curated and makes it hard to leave without picking up a bottle or two to take home. Great wine, great people, and a relaxed atmosphere. If you're in the area and enjoy wine, The Wine Lab is absolutely worth a visit. read more

Cute little spot to get a glass of wine in the camp. Love stopping by and getting a tasting flight. You tell them what you like and then you get a small flight in little beakers. The cheese boards are good too love how they change seasonally. The owner is always in and he's so nice and knowledge of wine he has or is coming in. Always a good time at the wine lab. read more

Wine Lab - Wine Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

It's been ok....... I look forward to trying again and seeing what they have in store for a weird but cool atmosphere and ok service and vibes. read more

The Wine Lab is retro, quirky, and has a relaxed tranquil atmosphere. There's some board games on a table inside, and a cute little outdoor seating by cattail bushes - unfortunately also alongside the road but at least you can people watch the pedestrians going to and from The Lab and The Camp. This is a cute place to catchup with friends, have a quaint little date, or sip wine in silence. The owner (?) was very knowledgeable with the wines offered and described them thoroughly to us non-wine-connoisseurs, but we enjoyed the experience! He was also very genuine and casual which we appreciated. Parking at the Camp and the Lab is atrocious on the weekend - but once you manage, it's one of my favorite places to walk around, study, read and peacefully spend the day. Plus very dog friendly at many establishments. read more

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Always a stop if I'm in the area, I usually go with the suggestion of the staff-they are all very knowledgeable and kind. I have done the wine tasting a few time and that is super cute as it is served in wine glasses. I believe they serve charcuterie boards but I have not tried yet! read more

Wine Lab - Wine Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

If you're looking for a chill, easy place to talk and lounge around (while also getting some glasses of wine) Wine Lab has the best vibe in all of Costa Mesa. Service was prompt, they have both indoor and outdoor seating, and array of wines for you to select from. If you're looking to drink from the afternoon and up, this is your place! read more

Wine Lab - Orange Wine - Wine Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

We came on a busy weekend but we found a seat at the bar and we were attended too fairly quickly. We did the recommended wine tasting and we enjoyed each glass. I like the idea of pouring it into a tube to go with the theme but I do enjoy an extra pour when it's poured by hand to be honest lol but it was a great vibe over all I would highly recommend stopping by for a tasting if you are in the area. Very affordable. Parking can be terrible but it's worth supporting local businesses I say. read more

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Brought a group of 13 people here. Slow for a Saturday which is nice but the service was slow too. If you do order wine here, make sure you keep your glasses as they charge you $15 for replacing new glasses without letting you know. Which I thought was unfair considering how much our group tipped for the service to just open a bottle to pass to me at the counter. The various wine we tried was decent. read more

Wine Lab - Wine Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

This place was surprisingly cool. They don't have a TON of options, which I found strange for a wine-forward place, but the options we got we enjoyed. Unfortunately, there was only one person working there who I guess is in charge of also making food (which I don't totally understand?) so service took forever. As a result, we were charged happy hour prices, which was nice. We went here waiting for a table next door for pizza, so for that reason it's definitely worth checking out. They had a movie playing on one of the walls, which was cool. And the vibe itself is cool, the inside has a lot going on and a lot to look at. We sat outside, which wasn't the best as it's right next to a parking lot but certainly still a nice option for outdoor seating. If you're coming to this shopping center to have dinner, I do think it's worth stopping in. read more

Stopped by The Wine Lab while waiting for a table next door, and it turned out to be a solid move. The vibe is chill and relaxed, especially with live music going on. It's the kind of place you can hang out, take your time, and ease into the night. Service stood out too. The bartender picked up that we were waiting on a table nearby and made sure to get our wine out quickly, which I appreciated. Small detail, but it shows awareness. They've got a good wine selection, and overall the place just works--good energy, unique concept, and easy to enjoy whether you're starting your night or just killing time like we were. Definitely a spot I'd come back to, even without a wait next door. read more

The wine lab is a cute little fun spot. We have been wanting to try for sometime now. We went this past weekend and the host was very knowledgeable and the wine selections. It was great because we told him what we liked and he made suggestions based on what our profiles for flavor would be. We tried the flight of wines for a little variety. We also got a small charcuterie board the service was great. The wine and cheese were also paired wonderfully together. Highly recommend this spot. read more

We always have a wonderful time at the Wine Lab! My partner and I rent the place for private events about 3 times a year. Edwinn has that rare skillset of making everyone feel welcome like a friend here. The catering is great and he can even order in Pizza from next door. He even had non alcohol drinks specially for a few in our group......Though is wine selection is on point for every taste and budget. Yes, definitely five star treatment here! David LuXre Realty read more

Wine was super good. Came in tonight on a Tuesday night around 7:30pm. When we walked in the bartender barely looked at us & was pretty much silent the whole time we were there. Heard him being kinda rude to the other people that walked in. Could've just caught him on a bad night but my husband and i who are pretty easy going just felt super unwelcome from the moment we walked in which was a bummer cause we've been wanting to try this spot out for a while! When we asked if we could order a second glass he seemed really irritated, there was still an hour before closing so we felt it was a pretty odd response. As we were walking out we overheard the other people there talking about how rude the bartender was :/ Would love to come back if someone else was bartending because we loved the ambiance it was just pretty bad service unfortunately. read more

Wine Lab - Cute vibe inside & out - Wine Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

The staff, service, wine and food selections are incredible. Trivia night is such a great vibe!

Went on a friday evening, they had a few bar seating and outdoor seating available with no wait. I tried the bartender's favorite flight and it was fun! I liked how you could try a variety. I saw they also do happy hour , so might try that. We also got the burrata, so good!! Only thing was, I wish the bartenders were a little more detailed with explaining the flight I chose. She kind of just told me what they were but not what to really taste or expect. I'm not a wine expert, so I would have really loved if she was open to more questions on the wines. read more

Wine Lab - Wine flight and Burrata Plate - Wine Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Six years after our first date here, we came back to revisit where it all began. The service and atmosphere were every bit as incredible as we remembered, and we were pleasantly surprised to find it was trivia night as well. A perfect evening filled with great memories and new ones too. We plan to visit more in the future!! read more

This place is always a win! I've popped in every so often over the years. I love the space, I love that they encourage you to bring in food from other restaurants at The Camp, and I LOVE their wine selection. I met a group of girlfriends (6 in the party) for a Monday night happy hour. We fit perfectly at the round table in the corner. We each polished off a flight and then ordered a glass of our favorite - every pour was delicious. Also enjoyed their cheese plate and then brought in a pizza from Folks. Andrew took great care of us, made us feel at home, and live music was the cherry on top. read more

Wine Lab - Cheers! - Wine Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Stopped by wine lab before our cooking class near by. This was a cute location. Lots of wine. My only regret was not trying a charcuterie board option. Looking forward to coming back again read more

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it was super cute indoors and wine was alright however when we walked in nobody greeted us.. we waited patiently and eventually had to ask hey can we grab a seat? The bartender wasn't welcoming or nice we felt like we were not wanted there.. soon as two white guys came up and he immediately greeted them, showed them the menu, etc.. we didn't even so much as a smile lol read more

This is a cute concept and it's in a good location in the camp in Costa Mesa. I like how the wine tastings are poured in a chest tube to pour into your wine glass. I like that they have happy hour. I don't really like the wine though. If you do a wine flight, the wines are a bit underwhelming and taste a bit flat/ without complexity. Maybe I just ordered the wrong thing and the glasses are actually much better. read more

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Love this place! Andrew was so great and the ambience and food was awesome. I really like the ambience. Andrew was so great. Everything was so great here you need to come here. read more

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Fantastic service. Extremely knowledgeable about the different types of wine they were pouring. Love that the flights are served in glass test tubes, (hence the Lab part in the name)!! The night was a lot of fun! read more

Love this cute little wine bar next to my job. My coworkers and I will pop by from time to time. The service is always amazing. This was our server's suggestion and it was easily one of the best reds I've ever had. Pricey, but it's a reserve so, expected. But it was on my boss's tab ;) love the decanter they use! read more

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This is a fantastic place to go solo, as a couple or with friends. Every staff member knows the wines & beers they serve well and are eager to help you select something you'll enjoy. I went solo on a Saturday night. I opted for the Batender's Choice flight of whites. Liz selected an array of 3 whites that perfectly matched the summer night: - sweet, bubbly Moscato - crisp Italian blend - light viognier Great music was playing, fun people watching & the food looked amazing. (I ate before I arrived, or I would have ordered a cheese board) I measure good service by how often my water glass is refilled - and the staff was top notch! I highly recommend the Wine Lab for a night out, date night, or treat for yourself. read more

Wine Lab - Bartender's Choice flight of whites... Liz brought me a Moscato, Italian white blend & a viognier. Perfect for a summer night. - Wine Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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The test tubes and beakers were cute and the flights were really reasonably priced. I didn't love the selections the bartender made, but it was still a good experience. Worth going when waiting for a seat at the pizzeria next door. read more

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Was at the camp and stumbled upon wine lab. The atmosphere was chill and spacious. My experience was great because the staff were very educational and friendly. Furthermore, they had a solid and curated selection of wine. I would recommend the flight if youre very indecisive. It doesn't hurt to try something new read more

We cannot say enough about the incredible kindness and service we received from Edwin at Wine Lab. Our best friend's mother unexpectedly passed away last night, and knowing how much she loves cheese, we wanted to bring her something comforting. We asked Edwin if he could prepare a cheese board on short notice, and he had it ready in just 45 minutes. Not only that, but he also gave us a complimentary bottle of wine to include with our gift, along with his heartfelt condolences. In a moment when we were trying to show love and support to someone going through a heartbreaking loss, Edwin went above and beyond to help us make that happen. His generosity and thoughtfulness meant so much. We will absolutely be back--this was truly outstanding customer service. Thank you, Edwin! read more

Super friendly staff. The fusion is amazing with the beakers, super tasty wine varieties. I enjoyed the awesome painting party hosted by A Splash of color painting parties there. If anyone needs her info. Www.asplashoc.com she does mobile painting parties. read more

Stopped in here because I wanted a glass of wine that a neighboring restaurant did not have. There were three people behind the bar. They went above and beyond to make sure I was happy and liked the glass of wine. They could not have been nicer than what they were to me. read more

Service was great, never had a dull moment and was well served the whole night. They had a movie playing on the wall which gave the establishment a nice little atmosphere while sipping on a glass of wine with the amazing charcuterie board. read more

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First time coming here and it was a cool experience. I came during their happy hour on Saturday which is 12-5pm. Tried one of their "bartendars choice" of wine flight and pinot nior. The wine flight is unique because it comes in a tube shaped glass and it was interesting tasting all the different kinds of wine. After the 2, I ordered a white wine (forgot the name) - it took them a while to pour but once they realized that they offered a red glass of wine on the house. It was good customer service and a nice gesture. I definitely will be back to try other wines on their menu and maybe some of the food as well. read more

Wine Lab - Wine Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Really enjoyed our wine flights (we got one of their all red flights) and our charcuterie board! Came in the week before Christmas, not sure if it'd be busier than normal, but it was nice and mellow. Looking forward to coming back and strolling around some of the nearby shops. read more

Wine Lab - date night! - Wine Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Wine lab is located in the camp. Truth be told, I dare not to venture to the camp on a Friday night on my own volition. But we were meeting friends there for dinner so I obliged. Miraculously I was able to find a parking spot easily. We decided to have a drink at the wine bar before dinner. My friends got Red of the day, and I got cocktail of the day- strawberry margarita. We all agreed the drinks were good, but not like amazing. My cocktail was strong, but barely tasted strawberry. Service was also okay. Our server (who I think is the owner or the manager) answered our questions, but didn't seem approachable. The outdoor space is small but cute. read more

I've passed by this location and have seen the wines poured into vials which I thought was really cool, so it had been on my list to try for a few months. I went on a Thursday evening with a reservation but there was no wait either way. I ordered a flight of white wines and my partner got a flight of red wines. My flight was not very dry so I didn't enjoy it much and my partner's was not my taste either. We ordered bread which was ok. It took a long long time for the server to come at the end to give us our check which was frustrating. I wouldn't come back read more

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Interesting place, but nothing really to write home about. The way they laid out the tubes for the flights was fun but the wine selection we picked wasn't that great. Overall a good pit stop to the pizza place next door or any other spot in the Camp/LAB area. read more

This place is a gem. Small food section but packs a punch. The Brie flatbread was amazing. I tried to replicate it at home because it seemed so simple but I could not and will have to be back to order it again. The wine selection was excellent. I ordered a sparkling wine and it was so good I had a second glass. The chocolate covered almonds were heavenly. I would come back for these alone. Calm and quiet atmosphere. Very friendly staff. Loved everything about this place and will be back. read more

Wine Lab - Blanc de Blanc - Wine Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Excellent selection of wines! Very knowledgeable staff and attentive service. The ambiance gives very chill hangout or first date vibes. Overall, I'd recommend trying this place! read more

We wanted to try the pizza next door, but we didn't have a reservation so we had to order take out. This place's staff were so nice that they let us have our pizza at their place. We got wine and their marinated mozzarella appetizer. Their service was amazing, inside is cozy yet modern, and the vibe is enjoyable. Wines were great and so was the appetizer. Thanks! read more

Wine Lab - Seasoned Mozzarella Plate - Wine Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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