I love coming to the bar at the back of the wine shop on a Sunday afternoon. The vibe is friendly…read moreand the wine is good. It feels like a neighborhood spot to me. Love it.

We're still fans of Monopole and visit regularly, especially before a show at The Pasadena…read morePlayhouse or when they host a special wine tasting event. Our experiences have always been good. It's a quaint wine shop with a nice selection of varietals, blends, and even a few craft beers. There's a small tasting bar in the back which usually features a flight of whites and reds, along with several other selections by the glass, as well as charcuterie boards, olives, nuts, and truffle popcorn. Lucy (owner), Pattie, Nina, and the rest of the staff are friendly and accommodating, making you feel like family. On occasion, they'll also have live music. We really enjoy Monopole and recommend you check them out when you're in the area.

Closed Mon and Tuesdays but cute coffee shop and wine bar with complimentary popcorn! Chill vibes…read more There is a small lot or street parking available. HH runs front 4pm to 6pm I believe Wed- Sun on select wines (one white and one or two reds) and beers $5 plus tax. They serve pizza from next door and they have salad options as well. Wish they were open a little later!

Upon entering on a Sunday afternoon, I was surprised by the number of people! It was packed, which…read moreis impossible to tell as you approach the nondescript, quiet building. The chatter of people, live music, and mismatched furniture all evoke a feeling of comfort. I ordered the Sauvignon Blanc and was given a complimentary cup of delicious popcorn. As I sipped my wine and listened to the live jazz, I couldn't think of a better way to spend a Sunday afternoon.

If you have never been to Montrose, think of a cute small town with lots of Mom and Pop businesses…read moreand charm to match. Montrose has long been a wonderful destination for shopping and this was their first ever Wine Walk! I really love walking around Montrose with a beer in my hand during their famous Oktoberfest so when the Wine Walk folks offered me a free ticket to a Wine Walk of course I said hell ya! Grab a glass, walk down Honolulu and sip away! The Wine Walk was a wonderful event including very generous pours of amazing wines including Fess Parker and Mumms. Each ticket entitles its owner to 15 one ounce pours which is actually quite a lot. I could only use half of mine ! It's also a super way to find out about new businesses in the area. For example, I had no idea that Casa Cordova has a gift shop! And it's lovely. While this is the inaugural Montrose Wine Walk, I certainly hope they have another one because it was really fun and a super idea.

3/18/2017 I was…read morefortunate to be invited to the 1st Annual Montrose Spring Wine Walk event and boy was I glad!! LOVED the tickets to try several wine tastings. There were 31 pouring stations throughout the Montrose Shopping Park. There were some appetizers, which was a nice treat to go with the wine tastings. Thanks to this event, I walked into shops that I never knew existed! Casa Cordoba had some eats. Montrose Candy gave out some samples of candy. I also got a certificate for $10!! We used it to get something to eat. TY also for the shopping bag. Some were lucky to get a free wine glass. LUCKY!! Plenty of free parking. Looking forward to attending again.

I normally don't write yelp reviews because some businesses one day they are five stars in the next…read moreday, It's a disappointment. But I've been shopping at this location for many years. One day years ago, one of the employees recognized me from years past. His name is Steve. This not only goes out to Steve, but it goes out to the entire staff on the floor. Shout out to the two gentlemen in the wine section. Outstanding service at Mission Wine & Spirits in Pasadena. I've known Steve for years, and he consistently goes above and beyond. I honestly thought that " they" the sales people that were somehow on commission. A couple of days ago Steve personally texted me when a new wine arrived that he knew I'd love. That kind of proactive, thoughtful service is rare. Great selection, even better people. Just a great experience all around. It was a $200 buy that I wasn't expecting to make. Best and good luck.

Great prices on a very wide selection to pickle yourself with. The Floor Staff are very helpful and…read moreassist with the hunt for what's gonna be your next "Go-To" but test drive it, after you get back to where you came from today. "Mission" accomplished

Sweet spot and local. They opened before the pandemic and by chance I was invited to a birthday…read morelast weekend. So fortunate to have been introduced to Angeleno Wine Company. All wines are local to Los Angeles county. By the bottle or glass, average price is $15/glass. Parties and dogs are welcome. Service is excellent, staff is super friendly. More of a small location but outside food is welcome, definitely a bonus.

Established in 2014 Angelino Wine Co is the first winery to open in DTLA since prohibition. Founded…read moreby Jasper Dickson & Amy Luftig, this boutique winery specializes in naturally made wines produced from grapes grown in small family-owned vineyards in L.A. Their operations are housed in a 94-year-old building that was made from recycled bricks from the first L.A. City Hall, which is pretty cool. There are tables so you can sit and enjoy a glass $14 or a flight for $20. You can also bring your own food and reserve the place for a special occasion. The staff here are fantastic - friendly & knowledgeable about their wines and they will pour you a glass with enthusiasm. My friends are members here, so I joined them one evening. Zochi helped us choose our selections, and she is darling. I started with a glass of the Alonso Family Vineyard Gold Line - an orange wine made with Moscato & Albarino grapes. When I hear the word Moscato I automatically think sweet, but this was dry with tropical notes. I also had a glass of the Meadow Rose, which was made from Graciano grapes. This rosé was dry & crisp with a light bouquet. I enjoyed both and signed up for their newsletter so I can be informed of special releases & events. Small parking lot or parking across the street. Dog friendly Membership ranges from $125 - $445

It's been 14 years since I left my original review I now belong to one of the monthly wine clubs…read morethey have -- and it's exceptional value and great wines Every time I go in to buy wine as a gift, I get incredible compliments on the wine I have given. This Thanksgiving week reminded me why I love Mission Wines, Chris, and the staff-- I was in a hurry and so I bought wine at Bristol Farms. It was a winery I'd bought before, I looked at the online ratings for the wine and seemed solid Got it home and meh. I said to myself -- next time I'm just letting Chris and his team pick my wines that way no mistakes or off years for me. With so many wineries -- no way I can keep up. Missions Wines is like a sommelier shop on that there is something excellent at each price point -- bottles under $20 will be terrific. And gift bottles will be special They are no adding high end spirits -- I bought a special Armenian brandy there for a friend that I could not find anywhere else Trust them to pick your wine unless you're an expert and your friends and family will think you've got the best taste ever!

Very nice little neighborhood wine store. It's not a very big shop, but its well curated and they…read morehave a wide selection of goods from wine, sake, champagne and even some beer. The owner is affable and they're very knowledgeable here. We have not been disappointed by any of their recommendations yet.

First time in a Total Wine store--whoa, impressive. Specifically wanted Newtopia hard cider…read morewatermelon flavor because I tried it at The Rookery burger restaurant in Pomona and really liked it. Also picked up Indigo gin which is actually purple because of the butterfly pea flower I believe. It's beautiful! Staff are plentiful, ready to guide you to what you're looking for!

Been to many total wines before. This is strictly a tasting room Review. We tried a variety from…read moreFrance and it was so much fun Denise's selections were great. Denise was our instructor and I couldn't recommend a better person. What a fabulous evening.

Byron Blatty wines is a boutique winery founded by Mark & Jenny Blatty in 2014. Based in Santa…read moreClarita, Byron Blatty focuses on limited-edition, hand-crafted wines made with grapes from family-owned vineyards in Los Angeles. They recently opened a tasting room in Highland Park, so I stopped in to check it out. The tasting room is quaint & cozy. They offer three curated tastings: Monthly special ($27), Reserve ($40) or Library ($20) or you can order by the glass. I selected the Library Tasting. I'll be honest, I'm not a huge fan of reds but these were excellent. My tasting consisted of a Grenache (2017), a Syrah (2017), Alicante Bouschet (2017), & Evenfall (2016). Each one was well balanced, the notes were lovely, and the finish was smooth. During my tasting I had a wonderful conversation with Al & Mark. Al recently started working here, and she has amazing energy. Mark is also very personable and enthusiastic about his wine. He let me try some of the Anonymous, which is a secret blend and listed as "Origin & Vintage Unknown." It was fantastic! After trying Byron Blatty Wines, I'm now a fan of reds. I even bought a bottle to take home. I will most definitely be back to enjoy more of these delicious wines and an enjoyable conversation with Al.

What a gem of a find ! We did not plan to go but walked by and were intrigued-- not a ton of wine…read moretasting local to highland park. The wine manager was very knowledgeable and friendly, prices were fair and the wine was delicious! Left with a bottle and definitely coming back :)

I used to go there years ago and recently returned and was received warmly and treated so…read morebeautifully after an absence , so many exquisite wines and specialty wines during the tastings.

They forgot they said they were going help me get a rare bottle of whiskey and lost my contact…read moreinformation. Oh well.