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    Binu Bonu

    5.0 (28 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Linda H.

    Absolutely great neighborhood wine bar! The owners are definitely chefs kiss. Having owned La ciccia and now coming over to the west side to bring their charm. The food is made in the kitchen by the owner, at least the time we were there. The space is gorgeous! The wine list spectacular. The recs for pairing and your palette was like going to Italy and having someone local give you advice. Small place, gets loud, so I'd sit at the bar if you Wanta to be where the actions at! Fantastic place! Will def be back!

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    John Z.

    One wine store goes down, and another pops up... It's been a hot minute since I last went out for some fun at west portal. Went out to try this wine bar. Food was limited to small bites so we ordered a lot. Food came out quick and delicious. I really enjoyed the anchovy cheese chocolate situation they had going on. They have a good wine collection to choose from... And if you get caught in a pickle, don't be afraid to ask for recommendations. Out of the multiple bottles we've had, they were all recpmmended and not one bad recommendation. One might need a little patience on busier nights but I do believe it's worth the wait. The place has a nice cozy feel and operated by a very friendly Italian couple. Great to converse with and adds to the allure of this place.

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    Anne C.

    A really cute neighborhood spot in West Portal. Really wide selection of wines and comes with small popcorn bites. A great place to have a drink and chat with friends, though it is quite small! Service was good and would definitely come back!

    melissa d.

    Beloved former owners of SF's Noe Valley restaurant, La Ciccia, opened the beautiful neighborhood wine bar/bottle shop @binubonusf. They have an extensive selection of wines from small, passionate producers, perfectly paired with delightful Italian small plates. We had the Lambrusco, Nebbiolo and paired with little bites of heaven in the ricotta & anchovy toast with bitter chocolate shavings, the mortadella with pistachios & stracciatella cheese with capers, marinated seafood & pachino tomatoes with citrus zest. West Portal has a new Gem located across the street from Elena's. Perfect place for a date night or to meet up with friends.

    The Wine list I can't resist
    Juan V.

    Came back to West Portal to get a few updates . First it seems there has been some changes and delays in some store openings . What I did run into was a pleasant surprise. Another new wine bar low key gem in what used to be " Que Syrah". This newer wine bar is called " Binu Bonu"and it is owned by the former Founders of " La Ciccia" an Italian Sardinian Restaurant and San Francisco staple located in Noe Valley. Binu Bonu is relaxing place to enjoy some wine in the between time before dinner in the early or late evening in West Portal. I ordered the Northern Italian wine Marco Secondo Valpolicella Classico 2019. Since it's a red wine it had hints of red fruits like cherries and strawberries. I was on repeat with this particular wine. It was tasty and not too sweet . They also offer bread , cheese, and snacks to pair with the wines. The decor and atmosphere has neighborhood feel. It's good to see new businesses in West Portal but there have also been recent fires affecting some West Portal businesses. Overall Binu Bonu is a solid wine bar to go to when visiting West Portal. I found a new gem that's shines through its wine Go to Binu Bonu before or after you do the West Portal fine dine

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    Ellen L.

    Ummm...why does this establishment only have 4.8 stars?! It needs 5 stars at a minimum!! Lorrella and Massimilano, hailing from La Cicca fame, are the sweetest people in the world. We sat at the bar and had the most wonderful time chit chatting about favorite sushi spots in the city, the quirky eccentricities of winemakers, and what defines a natural wine. Oh, and we had the most delicious octopus salad and a taste of some spicy spicy chocolate! I do like Unwined in West Portal but sorry, Binu Bonu takes the cake! Look forward to many more outings here.

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    Vicki A.

    Love discovering a new spot! Cozy, bright, beautiful minimalist interiors and high ceilings. Small bites. Great Italian wine. It's good to have a chic wine bar in the neighborhood. Service was thoughtful, thanks to the owner-tandem who run Binu Bonu. My group occupied the whole bar area. They are serving cold starters like octopus salad, cheeses, and small pinxtos type fare to pair with the wine.

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    Rosa D.

    Incredible selection of wines. They were so knowledgeable and very friendly. It was a perfect date night spot, or a good place for friends to catch up.

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    Caroline P.

    Wonderful Italian wine bar with small bites. Excellent selection of Italian wines by the glass or bottle. Wonderful warm service. Such a fantastic place!

    Love love love this little cozy bar with fabulous wines and small bites! I'm obsessed!

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    Great food. Great wine. Great service. Definitely make the trip to west portal to try Binu Bonu out.

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    Service is lovely. Wine is unique and interesting. Small plate dishes are absolutely delicious!!

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    very good it was just magnificent the food was delicious way better than any other place.

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    Wait what? I haven't reviewed Tala Wine yet?…read more This is by far one of my favorite places. I feel fully comfortable walking in by myself and having a seat. The owner, Tala, and her assistant Adela, are always very welcoming and make you feel like you're going to a friend's house to have a nice glass of wine. Her selection is amazing and I love her wide selection of European wines. I've been coming here for a few years now and I've never had a bad glass or a bottle of wine. She has such a wide variety. Her pop-ups are always great and she has wines to pair with the food, if you would like. There is always something going on there whether celebrating the birthday month with a DJ, live classical quartets, BINGO, Sunday Suppers, and so much more. Her high teas are AMAZING- highly recommend that when they come up. I closed the place out for my special 70th birthday party this year and everything always perfect- everyone had a fantastic time. The price was reasonable and she was so fun and accommodating. We had a blast! Go there TONIGHT!

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    Came to this cute spot for a private event in the second floor and it was amazing! Plenty of tables…read moreto sit at and the bartenders were super nice and welcoming. My friend ordered pizza for the event. So the pizza is not from here.

    Sip, sip, sip it up! I just LOVE sippin' on some wine, especially really good wine. Talk about a…read morehidden gem! This wine bar is hidden from plain view and tucked away in the Excelsior/Outer Mission. Some friends and I discovered this little gem while looking for a place to have a nightcap. Sippin' Wine Bar is located on the second floor of the Bottoms Up Bar, but the vibe is totally different. Not sure if the two bars are actually affiliated, but they are like night and day. The stairs leading up to the bar are lit up and the interior of the bar is just absolutely gorgeous! It's spacious and low lit with an extremely sexy ambience. The decor is just out of this world! They have the cutest tables and sofas. The lamps and artwork are very unique but visually appealing, and the tables are set with candles that create a very sensual vibe. There's a small but adorable little patio where you can relax and get some air. The interior designer deserves a pat on the back AND a few glasses of wine (wink wink). Speaking of wine, they have tons and tons of it! Their selection is extensive and they make it really obvious with all of their lovely wine bottles that are on display. I really enjoyed their Angeline Pinot Noir as well as the Kungfu Girl Riesling. They serve food here as well. We had just come from dinner, but a few of us who shall remain nameless (cough cough) were still hangry and ordered garlic noodles, garlic fries, and tater tots. Yep, somebody's breath was stankin' but it wasn't mine! Although I didn't try any of the food, It smelled wonderful. There was no food left behind, so I'm assuming that it was delicious! The owner Shirley was fantastic! She happily hosted our group and let us sample several different wines from her collection. She mingled with us as well and talked about the business. The bar is still relatively new and opened a little over 2 years ago, so she is still trying to generate more business. I'm hoping that more people will frequent this place because I really enjoyed it and would love to see it stick around. So glad we stumbled upon this spot, and I'm looking forward to many more future visits.

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    Looking for a nice wine bar with good food? Unwine'd is the spot! My friend had her birthday here…read moreand it was great! They were able to reserve a spot for 10 of us, we had a couple of couches to relax! They offer a robust wine list of White, Rose, Red, and Sparkling! I appreciate they broke the list down into Old World and New World. If wine's not your jam, there's also beer and other non-alcoholic drinks! Service was great and fairly attentive! For food we ordered: Spreads Platter: Three kinds of dips - Tzatziki, Taramosalata (fish roe), Melizanosalata (eggplant) Spanakopita: comes with 4 triangles Grilled Octopus: Delicious with garlic lemon EVOO dressing Lamb Riblets: Our favorite!! Great flavor! Different kinds of pizza: Perfect for sharing Overall, had a great time here and love catching up with friends while drinking some wine!

    If you love wine, come to this place!!! They have an extensive list of wine to choose from and I…read moreloved every glass I tried. I typically love dry white wines and was really pleased to see they had multiple Assyrtiko wines to try. Food was amazing as well! Highly recommend their Zucchini Fritters, and Grilled Octopus as well! But my standout favorite has to be the Calabrese Pinsa! The staff was so nice too! I stayed for MANY hours hanging out with my girlfriends. We arrived at 6:30pm and stayed until closing and the staff did not rush us out even though they were already closed and cleaning up.

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    2.4 miCrocker-Amazon

    Six of us were doing the SF Roundabout walk and The Halfway Club was the halfway point in the third…read moresection - so we had to come here. Plus they are open Sunday when so many places are not. We dropped in and were seated immediately in the back section. Great layout with a front area with tables, a separate back area with larger tables and then an outside area - take your pick. The staff was great, there was a lot to choose from and they are gracious in accommodating sharing. The three fish taco was outstanding, very crunchy, cooked to perfection, with a tangy sauce. Pro Tip - order a pitcher of beer if you are not alone - it is a good deal.

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    Impromptu weeknight pop in with party of 5. One final table available which we were able to snag…read more Recommend reservations. It was busy the night we arrived but we got lucky with the walk in. Atmosphere is dim, perfect for a date or hanging with friends. Good music. Entire front of house is run by husband wife owners Joel and Natalia. They are both so friendly and accomodating, making the experience warm. Joel is the former wine director at La Mar and is very experienced. We ordered a wine flight and let Joel choose our three pours, all of which were fantastic. Favorite was a Domaine des Aubuisieres "Cuvee de Silex" Vouvray. - cheese board - seasonal cheeses and jams with sourdough that complimented the wine nicely - cebiche - market fish, maine scallops, octopus, leche de tigre - fresh fish with a bit of a kick

    I've been seeing Frenchie all over online for a while now and finally decided I needed to check it…read moreout for myself. It's definitely a cute little wine bar with a cozy, intimate vibe. We stopped in over Labor Day weekend and I was actually surprised by how quiet it was, which made it a nice place to sit and enjoy a glass without feeling crowded or rushed. Where they lost me was the wine pricing. The by-the-glass prices are pretty steep, with most around $16-$20 and Champagne at $25. I'm completely fine paying more at a wine bar for the atmosphere, service, and experience, but knowing what some of these bottles actually retail for, the markup felt excessive for what was being poured. They do offer a full food menu and some of it sounds interesting, but I wasn't impressed enough with the wine experience or value to want to stay and try the food, so I can't speak to that. I'm glad I finally checked Frenchie out after seeing it online so much. It's a cute space and I can see the appeal, but for me the value just isn't there at these prices

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