My husband and I went to Pali for a date since we know it is a great place to enjoy a nice glass of…read morewine with a great ambiance. We had a fantastic server who made it even more enjoyable. Shania was very attentive and even seemed to know what we needed, before we asked. She was Amazing! Thank you, Shania! We love the wine selection here (especially the Huntington Pinot) and the charcuterie board paired well with our wine, as well. It really was a wonderful evening! Nate and Debbie

We had such a great experience at Pali Wine! Eric and Joey were fantastic -- super knowledgeable,…read morewelcoming, and made the tasting feel really personalized and fun. He gave us such a great sommelier-style experience and helped us discover wines we absolutely loved. The atmosphere was relaxed and inviting, and we never felt rushed. Highly recommend stopping by if you're into wine and the culture behind it

Cocktails at BXCR are next level!! Tried the drink of the day and it was amazing. The Paloma was…read moreperfectly balanced, and the espresso martini (espresso chocolate vibes with a Luxardo cherry) was unreal!! Bartenders clearly know what they're doing, super skilled and very cool. Would definitely come back just for the drinks!!

BXCR Underground is a great bar located on the lower floor in the Anaheim Packing District. You…read morecan't miss the big green train by the bottom of the central staircase. We arrived around 6pm on a Sunday evening and we were bummed that it was packed full inside. We decided to go have a drink upstairs, and then come back down later to see if it was any less busy. There must have been one big group who left because 30 minutes later, it was completely empty inside. There are a few wood tables outside of the entrance and several two seat tables along the outside of the side of the train, but for a first visit we definitely wanted to be inside. When you come inside at BXCR, there are two long green couches along each side that wrap around to the entrance to maximize available space. There are two steamer trunks on each side that serve as tables. We were surprised that all of the tables had a Yahtzee game on them, and we had a blast playing that while we enjoyed our drinks. If you happen to roll a Yahtzee, they give you a candle as a prize. There is good background music playing that fits the environment. There is some good décor with overhead baggage racks and international clocks on one wall, and gauges on the wall next to the bar. There are some small rectangular windows along the top of both sides, and some curtained windows on the right side which do let a little light in. When the main entrance door is opened before its dark outside, it does let quite a bit of light in and kills the ambience temporarily. I would recommend coming closer to or after sunset to not let any outside sunlight interfere with your experience. The drinks are made at the bar in the rear where there are several seats and a little standing room. It wasn't on the current menu, but I saw on a previous menu they had an Amaretto Sour so I started with that, and it did not disappoint. It was nice and frothy from an egg white and had Angostura bitters on top. My girlfriend started with the Calm Cruise which was great. It's basically a Pina Colada, but with an additional honeydew flavor in the background. For number two, I tried the C-League cocktail. The smokiness of Mezcal has grown on me lately if it is not the primary flavor, and in this drink it is at a nice level somewhere in the middle. The cucumber and cilantro are definitely present, along with a little heat from the ancho verde and a little sweetness from the Luxardo maraschino. This is a excellent easy-drinking tequila cocktail. Her number two was the Aviation which she enjoyed. Vince was our main bartender along with Sarah. They were very friendly and fun to chit-chat with while they were mixing up our drinks. This is definitely a cool place to check out, and we will definitely return.

My wife and I have visited Twisted Vine a couple times over the past few months and I am definitely…read morea fan. The staff here has always been great and very friendly. They are always available and making suggestions about the menu and wines and have genuinely looked eager to help. The food is always quite good and the portions are nice. The menu and specials does seem to rotate a bit as well so always be sure to check it out. The brie bowl was definitely a favorite of ours as well as the Rose flights. The setup is larger inside than it looks from outside but seating can still fill up quickly during peak hours so be aware. Overall, I am fan of what they have offered thus far and I hope to return again soon.

Awesome place. Wines are great, food is , music is bad ass, service is on point and the vibe is…read moreawesome. 5 stars if the little lady wasn't doing dishes in my face...there's gotta be a counter where they can be done other than at the bar.... We'll be back soon...

Went here a few days ago with the hubby. First time here. The man who greeted and sat us was so…read morekind and helpful. Immediate great first impression. The place is small and quaint but not busy (even for a Saturday evening!) very cozy environment with a great music playlist. There was a very large group of people sitting near us, and I was very aware that I could barely hear them. I noticed how the walls had the acoustic paneling all over it. I am very sensitive to restaurants that are overly loud. They did such an incredible job soundproofing the space so it wasn't overwhelming. Especially with the high ceilings. The vibe and aesthetic was so nice. Okay and the FOOD!!! The Brussels were insane. (That sweet-savory Yum -chefs kiss)! The lamb chops were incredible. The Hamachi was perfect. And the charcuterie board was a dream. Everything was amazing!! Will absolutely be coming here again.

This was my first time here. Certainly convenient to Griffis and a great place to stop by before…read moreand after any event at Angel's stadium. The weather was perfect for an afternoon on the patio. We sat at the fire pit. Vanessa, our server, was attentive without being overbearing. We snacked on the truffle fries while enjoying a 4 wine sample. GO HERE. HAVE FUN!

This review is a bit overdue as we stopped here in November 2025 to have a glass of wine before…read moregoing to the Anaheim Ducks game. To our surprise, we were so thrilled to see Colony Wine Merchant had a good sized menu with various options to choose from: small bites, appetizers, entrees and dessert. We weren't too hungry so we opted for the daily sandwich of the day and their seasonal soup offering. Every bite from both items was enjoyed so much. The soup had the perfect consistency of creaminess followed by savory tomato flavor. It had some delicious (and I think) roasted potatoes, and the side of roasted sourdough with roasted tomatoes was perfection and really brought the dish together beautifully. The daily sandwich of the day was also fantastic! We remember biting into the sandwich and it melting in our mouth. The bread was beautifully crunchy and the meat with all its toppings inside couldn't have been any better. For our drinks, we opted to do a tasting of whites and reds. The wines were selected by our host (if I recall) and remember enjoying them all. It was fun to taste not only different varietals, but wines from different parts of the world. I was especially excited to see they had a really great selection of wine bottles to purchase in their wine shop. I happened to see one of my favorite ones there. We ended up purchasing a sparkling wine bottle at the end of our experience to have with our thanksgiving meal the following day. The service was A+. Every interaction from when we first walked in the door, being seated, being provided food recommendations, was a great experience. The ambiance is perfectly casual with a slight elevatedness to it. You don't have to wear a cocktail dress or tux to come here but it's definitely a perfect date night place or to come with friends and loved ones and enjoy a delicious meal followed by great wine. We were on a time crunch and wish we would have stayed to enjoy an actual entree but look forward to being back in town and visiting Colony Wine Merchant again.

The entire establishment is nothing short of pure class!!…read more I love CWM! The appetizers, beautiful wine and impressive staff keep us coming back for more.

The Blind Rabbit is one of the coolest speakeasies I've ever been too. I've had some of the most…read moredelicious drinks of my life here -- Each cocktail is hand-crafted with care and expertise. The food is also fantastic. If you love seafood, I highly recommend the scallops The bar is EXTREMELY small, with less than like ten tables plus a few more seats at the bar. So reservations are key if you want to visit, especially during a busy time or one of their specialty themed seasons.

Went there with my daughter on a Thursday night, and overall it was just okay. The ambiance is…read moredefinitely unique and has a cool speakeasy vibe, but the space is extremely small and surprisingly loud -- even without music playing. Because it's so cramped, every conversation echoes throughout the room, which made it hard to relax and enjoy the experience. The drinks were expensive and very small, and honestly didn't feel worth the price. The food was the same way. We ordered the scallops and the cheeseburger -- $36 for three scallops with rice and $26 for a mediocre burger and fries felt really overpriced for the quality and portion sizes. Unfortunately, the whole experience felt more like a rip-off than a special night out. I don't think I'd return, and I probably wouldn't recommend it to friends.

My favorite place of all time the ambience is lowkey and perfect to talk about anything. Grab a…read moreglass and enjoy conversation with light music in the background, ideal for a date night or date day! I've been here multiple times and the severs are always kind and insightful, the world of natural wine is new to me but this place is a must try and go to! Food is always amazing Service is even better

It made me really happy to come back to this place and see it looking so refreshed. You can really…read morefeel the Benchmark quality here, in all the right ways. We were there this past Sunday, and honestly, there couldn't have been a better way to wrap up the week than with a great plate of pasta, fresh bread, and a glass of red wine. The atmosphere, the decor, and the service were all spot on. The weather was perfect, so we sat out on the patio, and before we knew it, three hours had flown by. Definitely recommend this spot. -Mauricio Hernandez

Did the candle making with wine tasting for Valentine's Day with some of my girls and it was such a…read moregreat experience! Chris and Gebby are both amazing. Chris was incredibly responsive before the reservation and a was able to add one of my friends. Chris is also the wine maker and has won several OC Fair awards for this wine. He was interactive and friendly while still letting us do our thing. Gebby was very friendly and efficient and such a delightful person. The candle making was well explained and great scents. The wine was so good. The last wine was a port which I normally find too sweet and just too much and this port was the best I've ever had and would drink again! Thanks for a great experience!

We've known Chris since his days at Klinker Brick Winery in Lodi, Ca. He has come in to his own…read morewith a delightful tasting room in Orange, Ca, where you can taste awesome wines and make candles at the same time. His wines are spot on, I got two bottles of Albariño. You gotta go!

Fun libations, spooky vibes, and all around great hangout spot, the Cauldron has elevated cocktails…read morethat are to die for. Service was highly attentive and made great recommendations, as it was our first time here. A great place to sit and talk with friends, lounge around, and get fun/novel "elixirs" We love a good themed place of drink, and we can't wait to come back :)

Stopped by last night for our fourth or fifth visit, and it just keeps getting better. My husband…read moreand I first came here for a dinner date back in 2019, and we've returned several times over the years. The last time I was here with my cousin, they were just starting to build the new section. I peeked in before we left and loved the green witch aesthetic. This visit, we kept it simple as we arrived close to closing time. Service is always excellent. We shared a charcuterie board, and drinks we started with the Wizard's Cup and Roses by the Stairs, then I went with the Blueberry Basil Bruja for my second round. All were delicious.

First, it took us forever to find. It's in the backend of a plaza, same one as Somi Somi. You'll…read morehopefully see signs pointing towards a set of dark stairs that take you down to THE CELLAR. You pull the giant door and enter a vibe. It's definitely ready for Halloween, a bit dim, old fashioned, lives up to the centuries old feel. We split some soups. Both the lobster bisque and French onion soups were solid. Lobster bisque was super creamy, delicious. French onion was surprisingly mild, not heavy on the salt, very nice. I got the tenderloin, which was fine. But the winner was the salmon, very well-cooked with a super crisp skin. Service was attentive. They accept reservations, but do have a cancellation policy with associated fee for last minute cancellations. Gratuity included for groups of 6+

Not sure what to say or how to express it.......This place is frickin OUTSTANDING! The service is…read more200%. The food is 2000%. The drinks/wine list is on spot. The ambience is like no other. Steak Tartare was like what?!?! Absolutely FANTASTIC! Came here for anniversary. They catered to us. Super cool! The chateaubriand was melt in your mouth deliciousness. You could cut it with a spoon. Mashed potatoes and veggies were out of this world. They brought out a sorbet for our anniversary which was amazing. This place is my favorite. Quaint, quiet, FRICKIN DELICIOUS AMAZINGNESS!! 100 out of 10