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    Gelson's Irvine Wine Bar

    4.7 (49 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    It's a great time to get a burger and beer with their $5 off special
    Leigh P.

    I never expected such fantastic food & service in a grocery store.... but the Gelsons Wine Bar experience is in a category all its own. You can purchase food in the store to eat while enjoying a craft beer or nice wine. Or you can order off their great menu. We love the burgers and poke stack. Someday, I'll leave enough room to try their desserts.

    Pierre S.

    Gelson's Wine Bar can be a fun experience. Eating decent food while enjoying ample wine and beer choices in a Supermarket. We recently visited and our food was not as tasty as prior occasions. We had a shrimp dish, sliders and tri-tip. The shrimps were lukewarm.

    Good service, great bartenders, great food! Deli is awesome. Great place to hang out and mingle with the locals.

    Lu L.

    Friendly knowledgeable servers. Great burgers & beverages Nice cozy atmosphere.Look forward to returning to this sweet spot.

    a glass of red wine
    Chelsea V.

    I walked into Gelson's looking to purchase some water, and on my way out, I ended up stumbling upon the wine bar near the checkout. The space is a good size (it can fit about 20 plus people) and has a few large TV's to watch sports. I ordered a glass of Justin and a cheese plate. The cheese plate was on the smaller side, but it was enough for 2 people. Some things to note: -It is a wine bar, so the majority of the seating is high tops. -Dress is casual; it's a supermarket. -The menu has a variety of options (nachos, chicken, burgers, dessert). Overall, I really enjoyed my time. The environment was very clean and the staff were very attentive. I will definitely stop by during my next Gelson's visit.

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    Samantha W.

    Perfect little neighborhood spot! This hidden gem has the best tritip sandwich (for only $16!) and a great wine selection. I also like the cheese board and the lobster sliders. The service is always friendly and usually pretty quick!

    Gourmet Cheese Plate
    Ryan O.

    Stopped here on a whim when I started getting hungry while shopping at Gelsons. Was pleasantly surprised with this spot! The wine bar had counter top as well as table/booth seating. The environment was clean and the waiter that helped us was very friendly and attentive. Since I don't drink and seeing as how this is a wine bar, I can't comment on the quality of the alcohol or drinking experience. I only came here to eat so that's what I will comment on. The food was good, but I wouldn't say it blew my mind. I ordered the Herb Grilled Chicken and Gourmet Cheese Plate. The cheese plates presentation was a lil bit underwhelming, but everything tasted fresh and tasty, so I guess that's what's most important in the end. The Herb Grilled Chicken was a bit bland, but it did taste fresh and unprocessed, so what it lacked in flavor, it likely made up for in being healthy. Overall, I'm not sure I'd go out of my way to eat here, but if I were hungry while shopping at Gelson's again, I'd definitely consider coming back for a quick bite.

    Burrata salad, ceviche, burger goodness
    Lauren R.

    This is a real gem-we Had a great time; Alejandro at the Bar along with the great Staff and tasty entre selections make for a memorable experience. Thank you!

    Mushroom Swiss Burger with side of potato salad. Might want to split it.

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    I really like to shop here. My go to place for groceries and meat items. Staff are friendly and helpful. It's a good ambience too.

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    Awful dried old food out on soup/salad bar area. Empty dry foods on container from previous items

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    Charlie at the wine bar was amazing ! Wonderful service and great selection of wine. Will definitely come back

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    Great burger and beers! Can also watch sports and sit at bar. They make the food fresh from the grocery ingredients! Great service too.

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    Kelsey, much appreciated! We hope to serve you again soon.

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    From the moment we got there we were greeted by a fun energetic guy named Alejandro.

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    Cozy Pine

    4.0
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    1.2 mi

    Cozy Pine feels like a hidden gem I almost don't want to share. But after the evening we had, I…read morecan't help but spill every delicious detail. The moment you walk in, you're wrapped in warm, cozy pine--wood-paneled walls, soft amber lighting, and that unmistakable speakeasy charm. Its very small and cozy, resembling a night out camping. And then there's Angelina. From the moment we sat down, she made the experience absolutely unforgettable. She knew the menu inside and out, recommended a smoked old-fashioned that came with a toasted marshmallow. You can tell she genuinely loves what she does--and it shows. She's the secret ingredient that turns a good night into a great one!

    Okay this is officially the only kind of camping I'm willing to do…read more Tucked inside Bacchus Wine Bar is the cutest little camping-themed speakeasy, and it completely exceeded expectations. From the moment you walk in, it's giving cozy campsite vibes but elevated -- like if camping had good lighting, great cocktails, and zero bugs. We had such a fun night here. The ambiance alone makes it feel like a whole experience, not just drinks. We tried a few of their specialty cocktails, all super well done, but the real highlight was our server John. He was amazing -- attentive, fun, and clearly knows his drinks. At one point he made us an off-menu cocktail that was STRONG (in the best way) and honestly one of my favorites of the night. And the attention to detail?? He even let me borrow his hat for photos so I could fully commit to the camping aesthetic 10/10 for the vibes. Overall: such a cute, unique spot for a night out. Perfect for something a little different, a little playful, and definitely memorable. Would absolutely come back -- as long as it's this kind of camping.

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    The Lost Vine

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    Cute wine bar that is not horribly expensive and chill. We…read morecame here around 5:30 Pm, people started slowly trickling in 30 minutes after. Interior is small with bar and table seating. They have HH deals with wines over $14 are $2 off. We both got a flight of three ($15) and 2 other glasses of wine. For food we got the chicken pot pie, short rib tacos, and the tomato soup. Chicken pot pie (9/10)-flaky rich and tons of flavor highly recommend getting this one! Short rib taco (7/10)-slightly dry but good portion probably won't get it again Tomato soup (8/10)-filling and heals the soul tomato forward with hint of spice. Service is friendly and food is decent. Would love to come with a group of people again!

    The Lost Vine in Tustin is one of those spots that feels relaxed but still put together. It's not…read moreloud or chaotic, which makes it easy to actually enjoy your time there, whether you're catching up with friends or on a low-key date. The vibe is cozy and inviting, with a neighborhood feel that makes you want to stay longer than planned. The wine selection is solid and well thought out, with a good mix of familiar options and some interesting picks you don't see everywhere. It doesn't feel intimidating either -- the staff is friendly and happy to help you choose something if you're not a wine expert. They make the experience feel personal instead of rushed, which goes a long way. Overall, The Lost Vine is a great spot if you're looking for a chill wine bar with good energy and quality drinks. It's the kind of place you can come back to regularly, not just once. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the Tustin area and want something laid-back but still classy.

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    Chocolate budino! A homemade, creamy and rich chocolate pudding with caramel and whipped cream
    Chocolate budino! A homemade, creamy and rich chocolate pudding with caramel and whipped cream
    Rotating flights! Ask Sarah or Sydney what the flight of the night is

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    Stowaway

    Stowaway

    4.5
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    4.9 mi
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    My friends chose this spot on a whim. I was skeptical going in as it was in the afternoon on a…read moreSunday but there was a surprising amount of people inside. Service was extremely friendly and attentive. Food and drinks were great. My table got the mojito and a few other speciality drinks everyone enjoyed. The appetizers were great and I look forward to trying some of their dishes. Totally worth a visit if you're in the area. Another positive....the bathrooms were clean and didn't smell like piss

    Stowaway just rolled out five new drinks for summer with a summer camp theme. This enticed us to…read morecome back and try the new drinks after our last few visits were subpar. You can make reservations on Yelp, and there is also a Yelp live wait list. We visited during happy hour (Tuesday thru Friday from 4pm to 6pm) to take advantage of their food specials. We had the coconut shrimp ($12, but $7 during happy hour) which are always good. We also had some fries ($7, but $5 during happy hour). They were good and a generous portion. She wanted to try the vegan (cauliflower) salt & vinegar wings ($14, but $9 during happy hour). They were breaded and fried well, but had very little flavor. There was just a light sprinkle of a salt & vinegar seasoning. More salt and a dash of malt vinegar on them, or a side of malt vinegar would have made them a lot better. The happy hour food was a good value and got something in our stomachs. My first cocktail was the Wilderness Badge (Tequila, Lemongrass, Basil, Bergamot, Lemon, $17). This was by far my favorite. I love Italicus liqueur and this drink had great bergamot flavor up front with a light basil flavor from the basil infused tequila. It was very balanced and I would have never guessed this was a tequila based cocktail. She started out with the Sasquatch Sighting (Jamacian Overproof Rum, Cynar, Mango, Molasses, Lime, $17). This was balanced, with a light bitterness and light sweetness with mango flavor. Next, I tried The Lost Camper (Demerara Rum, Thai Green Tea, Pineapple, Coconut, Lime, $16). It was a pineapple bomb with a hint of coconut. I didn't like it at all and actually sent it back. I did think the skeleton arm and hand swizzle stick was cool. It is served with the hand at the bottom, but I took the picture with it sticking out. Instead, I had the Black Sands from the regular cocktail menu (Bali Hai Pineapple Rum, Diplomatica Reserve Rum, Pineapple, Orange, Guava, Lime, Coco, charcoal, $18). It is served with a flaming lime and sugar cube. I've had this several times and love it. It has a great funky complex flavor. Next, she had the Naked & Afraid (Mezcal, Campari, Smoked Pineapple, Serrano, Passionfruit, Lemon, $17). This was really good with a great complex mix of smoke and bitterness with a little heat. She gulped it down, and I was lucky to get a few sips. We decided to share the last new cocktail, the Scouts Honor (Vokda, Peach, Mandarin, Orgeat, Lime, $16) so we could say we tried them all. It looks nice with a bright orange color, but it was very sweet and peach forward with a hint of orange. Our server Crystal was great, very friendly and provided great service. We started collecting mugs recently, and we bought the Belly of the Beast Monstro mug ($62) to take home. BOTB is their Pinocchio themed speakeasy in the back (separate reservation required). They also have several other Stowaway branded mugs available. This visit was definitely better than our last few. As far as the five new Summer Camp cocktails, two were excellent, one was good, one was ok, and one was not good. The food was good, and is a great value during happy hour.

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