I came for the food, not the drink…read more It's surprising to find good and creative food at a wine bar. Definitely recommend to try them out. Space is very small with limited seating. It's a bar so wait line can be long if you come at peak time

What a good time at the Goodtime Bar! Came on a Tuesday after work around 6:30 for dinner with some…read morecoworkers and it was still pretty empty. They're a natural wine bar so of course we got some natural wine. I went with what the bartender suggested - orange wine which paired well with the rigatoni. Apps were yummy, I could eat 4-5 of their deviled eggs. Moules frites were a hit too, the sauce was delicious and would highly recommend dipping the fries in the sauce. I got the corn rigatoni which was heavy but also delicious. Crème bruleee was good but really wanted to try the panna cotta and they were out. Around 7:30, the place started getting packed and the music was getting progressively louder. Would be back but probably earlier in the day! Service was fast.

We hadn't popped into Hop & Vine in too long, chose this spot for a celebratory happy hour…read more * The interior has been updated, great mix of bar seatting, high tables, & booths, plus patio seating (great for sunny weather) * We tried the : Sauv Blanc & Chardonnay - chilled & extra nice on a warm day * Eats: Fig & goat cheese crostini (great flavor combo), five cheese pizza (tasty real cheese, solid option!), & hummus + toasted pita w/vegetables (crunchy & great pairing w/white wines) * Staff was friendly, got orders out quickly, & checked in on us throughout, incl. HH last call Great neighborhood spot, looking forward to stopping in again soon!

Fig and honey pizza Sounded strange but Delicious…read more Charcuterie board of salami Cheeses and prosciutto walnuts and bread Artichoke spinach dip was awesome and vegetable spring rolls Red wine Service very good , informal and friendly! Check it out

My all time favorite place....we were there on 07/03/26 - to watch the FIFA and enjoyed their Red…read moresangrias, perfectly made their burrata was not to the mark, the pesto didn't go well, prefer their burratas earlier and even the cheese board was a little off, especially the bread but overall the place has a good vibe and our server was super sweet too !!

I've given this place multiple chances over several visits, but unfortunately the service has been…read moreconsistently disappointing. My first experience should have been a warning sign. I walked in and stood waiting to be seated while an employee, who appeared to be the owner or manager, continued talking with her kids instead of acknowledging customers. I don't mind waiting, but a simple "We'll be right with you" would have made all the difference. I decided to give them another chance. On a later visit, I spent a few hours working there and ordered drinks. When a friend joined me, he sat down and was completely ignored. No one came over to greet him or ask if he'd like anything. We eventually had to flag someone down just so he could place an order. After that, our server mentioned that Tuesdays were buy one, get one free on wine. I ordered my second glass, but it never arrived. When I asked another server about it, I was made to feel like I was inconveniencing them. The irony is that I would have happily paid full price--I wasn't the one asking for a deal. They were the ones who brought up the promotion, then acted bothered when I politely asked about the wine that was never delivered. The final straw was our most recent visit. We were seated at a table by the staff, only to be told a few minutes later that we had to move because the tables were supposedly reserved for the party sitting behind us. We moved without making an issue of it, but no one ever ended up using those tables for the entire time we were there. It was frustrating to be relocated after being seated, especially when the explanation didn't match what actually happened. At this point, it's hard to view these experiences as isolated incidents. The common theme has been inattentive service and an attitude that makes customers feel like they're an inconvenience rather than guests. There are too many great wine bars that genuinely appreciate their customers for me to spend any more time or money here.

I love Tessora's Wine bar! They have a great location to sit on the patio with a delicious spritz…read moreand enjoy time with friends or even get some work done. It's very rare when the drinks are just as good as the food, but Tessora is a GEM with the tasty food and drinks to match. Their team is so friendly, sparking up conversations with everyone that comes in, which really creates a beautiful community centered energy. Catch me on the patio or at the bar working my through the food and drink menu!

I came here for a drink after dinner with a friend. The seating area outside was pretty and nice to…read morecatch up over drinks! We ordered 2 spritz from the menu, which was the Elderflower Rose and Limonello. The service here was friendly and we enjoyed our time here.

Food: just got some nibbler items (olives & corn nuts). Can never go wrong with olives!…read more Wine: they were nice to let us know we had 2 mins before their happy hour ends so we got our orders in! I got the flight, which came in a set of three test tubes! Very unique! Ambiance: thankfully we were the second set of people there and had the whole living room area to ourselves! Was nice and cozy! Parking: can be a bit challenging since this place is on a small strip of street. We parked over at the Coleman shopping center and walked over (~10 mins). Very easy walk but I've seen a couple of homeless ppl around there so just be vigilant. We came when it was still well lit out so def didn't have any issues.

I've lived in this part of the Bay for 10 years and this is my first foray into Little Italy. Let's…read morejust say that after this experience, there will be many return trips. First, this place is aptly named: it truly is a little wine house. There are several different places to enjoy your wine and some snacks including a small bar, a few tables outside, the front room, and a more intimate back room. The small bar is great for chatting and the back room is a wonderful choice if you're on a date or chilling with a handful of friends. The service is excellence, friendly and knowledgeable. They have a nice selection of wines and I really like the tube wine flights. I have not seen flights presented that way. I can't wait to return!

Hands down my favorite restaurant in San Jose. The food is always excellent, and their cocktails…read moreare delightful. I have never once been disappointed with a dish, and I love trying new dishes on their menu. The staff is awesome, and the place has a cool astehtic vibe. I highly recommend, just know that it is a bit pricey but the experience is totally worth it. P.S. they give you palate cleaners snack in between courses for free. I had hibiscus herbal tea and and an adorable mini waffle cone, filled with crème fraîche, and topped with caviar (honestly never thought I'd like caviar before trying out this place for the first time).

Cocktail Drinks - poor presentation and tooooo sweet. Bartenders or mixology looks tired and…read moreunmotivated making drinks. $17-20 per cocktail does not match the taste and presentation of their cocktail drinks. We visited today 9.12.26 at the bar before having dinner. My husband had aged dry steak and i had chesse burger. Over cooked. We were dinning with friends and family didnt make any fuss. We are disappointed. Thank God we brought 2 bottles of wine from Chateu Montellena. Corkage $35 per 750ml bottle. Maximum of 2 bottles. And we have 7 adults drinking. I guess they want us to utilize their bar. There are more better and nice place that's worth the price of this restaurant.

Really loved it here. Came for a date night with my wife, and it was the perfect vibe. Coffee and…read moredrinks were amazing, and the food was delicious. I had the Chilean bass, and I would definitely recommend it. Sergio, our waiter, was super attentive and friendly. Overall, great experience! Will definitely be coming back.

We were the only customers the entire hour we were there so hopefully the business can survive. The…read moremenu has novel items and the food overall isn't mind-blowing but tastes great. We ordered both of the bruschettas in the starters section (honeycomb burrata and porcini pate) and I was a bit surprised they came on untoasted bread because I'd been picturing baguette slices. They were both tasty because it's hard to go wrong with an umami ingredient like pate but if I really think about it, both of these dishes were things anyone could throw together. There wasn't any special seasoning made by the restaurant or anything. For entrees, we ordered the Paris by night truffle lover bifteak (filet mignon with truffle cheese on sweet potato) which was just okay. We ordered medium rare but the entire thing was a bit chewy and slightly dry. Could taste the truffle on the Parmesan cheese when alone but not when eaten with the sweet potato. The Persian saffron gheymeh lamb ossobuco (lamb shank with stew and dill basmati rice) was delicious though! Lamb was incredibly tender and savory and the spiced split-pea saffron stew went well with the fluffy rice. We'll probably return to try the recommended cod and tiramisu because overall it was pretty good.

I feel so bad that I forgot to take pictures of this very cute spot! Ancora Vino is in San Jose's…read moreLittle Italy neighborhood. I just love this place! Hubs and I had gone the reopened, Japanese garden and Kelley Park on a Friday afternoon. We were looking for a little happy hour spot, so we decided to try Little Italy. When we arrived, we decided to give Ancora Vino a try. I've been here once before in the deep days of covid, so I wanted to see how they had fared. It seems to have flourished! We sat at the bar and had two glasses of wine. The server was knowledgeable and offered great insights into everything about the restaurant. They had great looking food, and pizzas. Their charcuterie boards looked enormous! They seem to be open most days for lunch and dinner. I definitely will return to eat some of that great looking food on another day. Thank you Ancora Vino, for a great happy hour!

Came here for a work event for a curated tasting! Host of the event was friendly and personable…read more Wines were very unique and tasty! They have a large selection. Definitely worth popping in to try something new!

The best wine ever. You'll love it…read more Visit the tasting room in San Jose. The smoothest wine.

Highly recommend going here for a private tasting. I've been here before but it wasn't a private…read moretasting. We were celebrating my niece's 21st birthday and her first time drinking wine. My brother in law also had a great time, as it was his first time at a wine tasting. He was the one asking our hosts all the questions. Our hosts were Richard and Rich. They were entertaining and talked to us about the wines being served. They did it in a fun and engaging way as well. The charcuterie board was decent and there were plenty of crackers to go around. The tasting room was clean and nicely decorated. We had the room to ourselves for a good hour before other parties arrived. The restroom was really clean as well.

Pure Olive Perfection & Exceptional Pouring!…read more We Olive is a trusted favorite of ours, so when family visited from out of the country, bringing them here was an absolute no-brainer. As always, the service was top-notch. Our server was wonderfully warm and attentive, guiding us through the options with expertise and recommending an incredible 2023 Alfaro Family Estate Pinot Noir that hit all the right notes. We had a blast tasting a variety of sample olive oils. The standout lineup for me: Jalapeño: A vibrant, spicy kick Fresh Garlic: Bold, aromatic, and savory Organic Meyer Lemon: Bright, citrusy, and sublime I can already taste oven-roasted olives drizzled with that Meyer Lemon oil--my mouth is literally watering just thinking about it! To top off a fantastic visit, the gentleman guiding us through the olive oil tasting reminded us of their bottle refill discount. Since we have an empty We Olive bottle sitting at home, we already have the perfect excuse for another trip back very soon. Highly recommend to locals and visitors alike!

We had such a great experience at WE OLIVE & WINE BAR! I hosted a fun happy hour here with a group…read moreof 9, and everything was wonderful. Our server, Eli, was so nice and helpful. She guided us in choosing some really great wines, and everyone enjoyed them. The pesto flatbread was delicious, and the olives were so good too! The atmosphere was perfect for a fun afternoon with friends, and everyone had a great time. We'll definitely be back for another happy hour!