Love LOVE 1010 I have consistently had a great experience here with friends! Parking is tricky, you…read morehave to park on the street or valet.... I ended up finding a spot on the street which is rare. They have a really extensive selection of Black owned wines and the food is always delicious. On my last visit I met a friend here for brunch and it was a vibe from the moment I walked in! We sat at the bar, there was a DJ and lots of dancing, eating and drinking! I decided to go with the bottomless mimosas... they have a variety of flavors and they keep them coming. Service was amazing, our bar tender was attentive and also added to the party atmosphere. I also ordered the chicken and waffles... the 3 large chicken wings were seasoned just right and crispy and was a perfect compliment to the waffle! Everyone was enjoying their Sunday Funday! Very much day party vibes. There were also kids there... not sure if it's really kid friendly but they seemed to have a good time too, lol.

Piri Piri Half Chicken was one of the best meals I've ever had. Savory and delicious with each…read morebite! The sauce was so delicious I ask for another side of it. The rice, sauce and chicken combo left me fully satisfied, which is typically hard to do. This dish delivers on its promise. I took an extra one home. Thanks to the chef!! The ambiance is nice and intimate with soft lighting and beautiful walls and wine and hard liquor. Great for an intimate date night. We came for a family birthday dinner and they delivered! Description: A Swahili pepper marinated half chicken. Served over our fragrant calypso rice and flavor packed Mojo Rojo sauce. Topped with seasoned fresh cilantro and shaved shallots.

I finally made my way to Triangle Wines and honestly... this place is such a low-key gem in the…read moreneighborhood. The space is small but thoughtfully curated -- part boutique wine shop, part cozy tasting room. You can tell they really put intention behind their selection, with wines from all over (and even some organic/vegan-friendly options if that's your thing). I love that you can grab a glass, do a flight, or just browse and take a bottle home. The rotating wine list keeps things interesting, so it doesn't feel like the same experience every time. The vibe is super relaxed and unpretentious -- definitely the kind of place where you can show up whether you know your wines or just want to sip something cute and call it a day. Bonus points for being able to bring in food from nearby spots since they keep it simple with snacks. Overall, it's giving neighborhood favorite energy. Perfect for a casual date, catch-up with friends, or a solo "I deserve a glass of wine" moment.

The parking lot is big so no issues with parking unless you prefer to be closer towards the door…read more There's two entrances; one in front of the store and the other is in the back where all of the parking is located. I went thru the back door. It's a small boutique wine shop. The restroom is clean and to your right as soon as you enter. A water station to your left. They have several tables and a bar to sit at. Pictures on the wall complimenting the vibe. Everything was clean. The shop is beautiful in its own way. The music wasn't loud, it was just right. It's definitely a welcoming atmosphere. I let the host know that I was there for the wine tasting and he immediately set me up with a menu and a table. I decided on the "shareable flights". I then chose 2 white and 2 red wines. Didn't have a preference so I went with his recommendations or suggestions and allowed him to choose lol. The individuals who were there last night were mostly locals. Had the pleasure of meeting an older couple (Erin and Conrad Stanley) in which I ended up giving my last flight to them while we had an awesome conversation lol. Everyone was friendly and real cool. Not making me feel out of place nor uncomfortable. I also met another couple after they left. I went to the restroom, came back and a couple was standing near my table. So into his conversation, dude sat down then apologized for sitting at my table and I told him it's all good haha. Next thing you know we're all laughing and conversing haha. I really enjoyed my 3 hrs here. I had a great experience. Took a cross word puzzle for my entertainment and ended up meeting some new wonderful people instead. I will definitely be back. No food but you can order from "Olive It" which is next door. I'm bringing my charcuterie board next time tho. They make you feel like you're at home. The service was hospitable. I also had the pleasure of seeing the owners and interacting with the wife as she cleaned the tables and made her rounds checking up on all of the guests. The husband was doing his part also, entertaining at the bar lol and providing whatever services needed. I love it... They do their best to provide professional and friendly service. I have no complaints whatsoever. I was even told they allow dogs. Big win !!! lol

Love everything about this local gem. Sara is lovely as well…read more The bar or a table... every spot is cozy! Nice service and looooove their specials and all the raviolis. Fave is the polenta w ragu.

A quick shout-out to my favorite Italian restaurant! Although I haven't visited in person lately,…read moreI still order delivery through Grubhub. My go-to dishes are the Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe and the Bruschetta Avocado. The Cacio e Pepe may literally mean "spaghetti with cheese and pepper," but it's so much more than that. The pasta is perfectly coated in a silky, savory sauce made from Pecorino Romano and freshly cracked black pepper--simple ingredients that come together into something incredibly rich, comforting, and flavorful. The Bruschetta Avocado is another favorite and pairs beautifully with the pasta. I highly recommend both. And I'm sure Sara, the owner and operator, is still as chill and wonderful as ever.

Wow! All the food here was so delicious. Nice presentation, flavors on point. Service was…read moreimmaculate. Really nice La-di-da atmosphere. I think I was most impressed by the little cheese and wine market. And the music playlist, the music was fire. Perfect for the 40+ crowd. There is valet parking and on street parking, which might be difficult.

What a beautiful visit to Wally's. it was my first time at this spot and I definitely don't think…read moreit'll be my last. One of the best parts about being a working professional is the occasional dinner out with your colleagues. My boss was in town and wanted to take a few of us out and chose Wally's for the occasion. This place is definitely so LA, when we walked in the doors were held for us and we were quickly greeted and seated by the lovely hostess. After talking shop and perusing the menu, we opted for a bottle of bordeaux. Super delicious and served in super classy, giant and thin wine glasses. To start, we had hummus, the endive salad, and the baked brie. Everything was delicious! My favorite being the endive salad and baked brie. The salad was tossed in a delicious vinaigrette with walnuts and cheese. The baked brie was great served in toasty bread and shaved truffle on it. The truffle made the brie super flavorful. For my main, I opted for the Steak Frites. Cooked perfectly medium rare (more rare than medium - my favorite way to ask) with yummy french fries and all of the bearnaise + ketchup. Totally great! Great meal at Wally's! It was great catching up in a beautiful setting with wonderful food and awesome staff. Looking forward to visiting again!

Wow what an incredible place. My best friend and I went for the first time on a Wednesday just to…read moreget a glass of wine after work and it was absolutely incredible! The bartenders were great! Everyone there is so friendly. The music was fire! Definitely a vibe and a great spot to go for a drink with friends or on a date. Also they have a hand painted mural on the wall that's stunning. Must go for sure!

Drink was not worth the money it was just ice and alcohol. Like the drink was gone in 3 sips…read morebecause it was all ice. It also did not taste like a peach cobbler, I was expecting more. I was thinking like vanilla rum with cinnamon nutmeg with some peach schnapps but no. $18 wasted. Vibes were there, music bomb, I had there chicken tenders as well they were good. But the cocktail was a no go for me. Nice ambience, parking was on the street but definitely accessible. Service was okay. The waitress was attentive.

great spot that slowly turns into a full-on club as the night picks up. Starts off chill, but give…read moreit some time and it gets packed... like barely-room-to-walk packed. Energy goes way up with it though. Music is consistently great and the crowd matches it. Mostly a younger, high-energy vibe. If you actually want to enjoy your drinks and maybe chat with the bartenders, show up early. Once it gets going, it's all motion and noise. It's never disappointed us. You kind of know what you're signing up for, and it delivers every time. Ambiance leans classy without feeling vintage. Dim lighting, a touch of rustic, and just enough polish to set the tone without overdoing it. They've got a patio too, which comes in clutch when you need a breather or want to actually hear the person next to you. We usually do street parking and it's not too bad if you're willing to walk a bit. Reservation needed: Not really, unless you've got a big group and want your own section Parking: 6/10 - Street Crowd: 8/10 Vibe: 9/10 Service: 9/10 Music: 9/10 Drinks: 8/10 Price: $$

I love it here! Ever since their remodel, this has been a go to spot for me. The ambience is…read moreamazing, low light but enough to still set the tone. I had a Miami Manny and boy was that thing smacking. That mezcal boy o boy.... Our bartender was super cool and helped navigate through the wide selection of drinks. I highly recommend going here!

I come here as often as I can and it's always a wonderful, special experience, even more so when…read moreElyssa (sp?) is the server! The charcuterie boards here are perfection, do not sleep on it and be sure to savor the onion jam. That said, one of my favorite things to get is the roasted root vegetable plate, that combo with the yogurt and honey is some fine dining action, though you should absolutely skip adding the sausage. Getting a flight is usually the way I go, but then I often end up getting a full glass of my favorite from there. Such a gem in DTC and I hope it stays forever!

This is a great place for after work happy hour in a casual ambiance. I came here for birthday…read moredrinks with my family before we headed to dinner nearby. The location has a spacious area filled with a variety of wine options. I picked a Bourgogne Chardonnay from France ($36). We came on a late Monday afternoon and, lucky for us, they have a bar special on Mondays: No corkage fee! They also have Happy Hour-- Monday to Friday from 3-6pm. The Chardonnay was divine! I would totally return and purchase another bottle. We also ordered a charcuterie board and took advantage of their happy hour special for $20 (pick two-- one cheese and one meat). We opted for the 'Humboldt Fog' Chèvre as our cheese option and the Bresaola for our meat option. Both were delicious, but the chèvre was truly exquisite. We shared one charcuterie board with five people and it was enough; however if you're on the hungry side, I suggest two charcuterie boards for five or six people. In addition to meat and cheese, it comes with crackers, some pickled veggies, onion jam, candied nuts, whole grain Dijon, and apple slices. On the left side of the venue you have your variety of wine options; on the right side, there's the bar and some tables, plus a small area with other snacks for purchase that pair nicely with wine or beer. They even sell the Torres truffle chips! My only complaint is the service, unfortunately. The lady at the cashier was super friendly, however the bar tender was not so welcoming. When he came over to our table to open our wine bottle, he didn't greet us, smile, or say anything. He took our bottle and opened it and then asked who was going to taste. Not sure if he thought we didn't speak English since we were speaking another language when he came to our table, but overall, we all noticed his attitude and thought it was rather unwelcoming. Because of this experience, I rate this place a 4/5, however, everything else was great!

My friend is a member of their Wine Club and always speaks so highly of it. When visiting LA…read morerecently I had the opportunity to come visit with her. We were treated so nicely and it was great to taste their wines and learn about their business. The location is very accessible and it was a great setup to enjoy wine with friends. I loved the passion Chris has when he speaks about the wines. I can't wait to go back and try more when I am in the area.

We saw Instagram that The Blending Lab moved into our neighborhood and the opening party was last…read morenight. We immediately walked over and I was trying to get more info on what they're all about and I left confused. I considered hosting a party at blending lab in the past & I was under the impression that we blend our own wine. Yesterday I asked the guy behind the counter some questions and he didn't mention this option at all. He said we can taste wine and pay for a glass...I was actually trying to learn more about the business, not the offerings at the opening party . I'm truly invested in putting beautiful West Adam's on the map, I love and purposely made an effort to move into this neighborhood. Maybe next time I'll learn more about what they'll be offering at this new location. They have a cute interior plus a small outdoor area with string lights. I was a bit surprised the glass of wine was $20 which isn't competitive for this area (the area is not nice enough yet) but I know costs are getting high. I do want to support businesses moving into our community but I'd like them to take into consideration that this is still south LA and a lot of people who grew up in this neighborhood isn't a fan of the gentrification and pricing the businesses charge I do feel for them, people like me moving into the neighborhood hasn't helped but even for me I thought it was a bit much. I'll continued observing but nonetheless am happy to see something be open up. Maybe I'll take a class one day if that's still an option and update my review.

Happy hour from 5-7! Paid metered parking in the area ends at 6pm…read more Sardine plate was good, but could use more bread/crackers to go with it. Skin contact wine was also nice. Outdoor and indoor seating, but both are pretty limited. There are outlets at the bar seating -- some people had laptops setup and were working.

This Black-owned wine bar in Santa Monica is becoming one of my favorite spots to grab a glass of…read morewine with friends. The staff is super chill and offer great recs. Nice ambiance as well. A good place to get some work done on a quieter night. There aren't a lot of food offerings, but the chorizo grilled cheese was very good. Definitely going to run that back the next time I stop by.

Sat at the bar and ordered a soppressata pizza and a couple of glasses of pinot noir. Highly…read morerecommend their pizza. Nice vibe and a the bartender was fun to chat with. Will definitely be going back.

Very vibey casual spot perfect for a date night or dinner with the girls, with a great neighborhood…read morefeel. It's located near a lot of condo and apartment buildings so I can definitely see why the locals seem to love it. We stopped by for dinner and shared a bottle of wine, an appetizer, a pizza, and a main dish. Everything was genuinely very good, and the meal was the perfect excuse to settle in and catch up. We ended up lingering over glasses of Sancerre, chatting away and before we knew it the kitchen had closed and the restaurant was starting to empty out. One thing to keep in mind is that they seem to close fairly early so it's worth planning accordingly. The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, which made for an even more enjoyable experience even snapped a couple photos for us!