I suppose I should have taken the name more literally. This is truly, a large room with some couches. Its dimly lit and sort of caverous. I bet its very cozy during the winter. Didnt get around to trying the food but had two glasses of wine and was a little underwhelmed by the selections. Given they ONLY serve wine, I thought they might have flights in addition to glasses. But I didnt see any flights. While the service was fine, I did sort catch them lounging around in on the couches on their phones while on shift. I get its slow but its just not a good look. The location is right at the end of a street so there are constantly cars making u turns and coming in and out of parking. So sitting outside isnt terribly ambient. IDK, it was truly a fine experience but I have no desire to go back. read more

The Wine Room was a nice stop in the evening for a nightcap, with some bites from their menu and a nice wine list. We stopped by before turning in, ordering the Fromage du Jour (a selection of domestic and imported cheeses), a Charcuterie plate (with thinly-sliced cured meats, pate de chevreuil, stoneground mustard, cornichon, and purple cabbage kraut), and the Marinated Olives. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There is eating both in- and outside, but I recommend in dining al fresco to people watch.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is small, but it gets busier, as it does open later in the day (4 PM to midnight)![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Staff and the bar staff were friendly. +wine and cheeses +friendly staff +dine al fresco read more

We came on a Saturday night after a Stanford concert and this really hit the vibe. We were hankering for some food and this place didn't really have things we wanted (fair, it IS a wine place after all!) The wine selection is great without being overwhelming but there wasn't really anything about this place that made it stand out, which is maybe the point. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The people were super nice and it wasn't that crowded or loud, which was nice for a small place like this.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Recommend as a cute fancy date spot! read more

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Was in the area so decided to swing by Wine Room. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was pretty crowded but we were able to grab a bench and side table in the back.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Receipt labeled as "baby table" haha.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Wines range from $17-$25 a glass. Staff can be a bit difficult to wave down during peak times. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Front is more modern, whereas the back room is a bit more dated and cozy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Parking can be tough. I ended parking in the public garage a block away. Lots of parking available. read more

I have come to Nola's for years but it was my first time at the Wine room. [[HIGHLIGHT]]What a cute and unassuming place. It feels like such a cozy place to have a glass of wine, some cheese and chit chat with friends.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Very friendly staff - they were focused on getting us wine, had to ask for water refills. What I loved best, the got us a decanter for our wine - loved it! Hope to come back again soon! read more

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First time visiting this wine room and I really enjoyed it! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is very comfortable, perfect for wine tasting and just chilling with friends.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] All the wines are reasonably priced, and the waiter was very helpful with great suggestions. Definitely planning to revisit! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Such a cozy intimate spot![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I came here after work with a group of 6. Although we had no reservation, we were quickly sat in the sofa area near the fireplace. Our server was great and kept checking in on us as we finished our food and drinks. Our favorite wine was the risling. It had a great flavor profile, it wasn't too dry, nor too sweet and was quite refreshing. For food we got the spicy italian panino, a burrata dish and a prosciutto dish. We ended up loving all the dishes, but my favorite by far was the panino. We ended up placing two additional orders of the panino. Overall great spot near california avenue, will definitely be back! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]I always come for the ambience, and stay for the wine.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]This wine bar is a true gem! Warm, welcoming vibes, a great wine selection, and delicious tapas perfect for sharing amongst a few.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff is friendly and attentive, making every visit enjoyable. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I will say it does get pretty busy here during peak times so be aware![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Plus, the easy parking is a huge bonus (garages, lots, street parking). A must-visit for wine lovers locally. read more

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We had light nibbles - Spanish Pampeo with cheese, peppers, olives, jamon, and wines by the glass (a pinot, light bordeaux, and napa cab). Everything was good and the staff were friendly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance was candle-lit warm and filled with locals and passersby that wanted a good time.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]I've been a regular at Haberdasher in downtown SJ because I appreciate a classy ambiance with a historic 1920s speakeasy twist, so when I say that The Wine Room is a sophisticated elevation of that, take note. I would say it feels like a tavern for wealthy noblemen in 1800s England.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Allow me to say where it fell short for me, and then I'll sing my praises. The wine... tasted like wine. I don't have a particularly refined palate when it comes to that. The charcuterie board was a collection of expensive items that I am personally not into: miniature pickles (too sour), meat pâté (bland), and what I think were pickled red peppers. There was no cheese, which was highly disappointing; however, if that style of charcuterie suits you, go for it. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The music did not match the ambiance at all. They really should play piano or smooth jazz, because the 2010s pop was honestly annoying.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]DESPITE ALL OF THIS, the crowd was the real pull. Everyone was either on a first date or was an interesting adult. This makes for fun people-watching and stimulating conversations. People were very willing to walk up and talk to strangers. I saw many people doing so, I felt welcome to do so, and people approached me to converse.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] So even though the food wasn't great, and the music was horrible, I will return funnily enough because the decor and the people were worth it. read more

Very cute little wine bar with mostly California wines, but a few international (French, Italian, Argentinian) as well. I get the sense that they rotate their available wines so that may change. The staff was helpful and knowledgeable and allowed us to taste a couple before committing to a glass to ensure we would enjoy it. One thing to note is they don't allow outside food (we had ice cream that we had to finish before coming inside). [[HIGHLIGHT]]My favorite part about this place is the ambiance. It feels like someone's living room. Very inviting and cozy. A great place for a date.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They also have a couple small TVs in case you'd like to watch the game.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute little spot for wine - I love sitting at the tables outside on the sidewalk as it can get pretty loud inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Staff is lovely and they have a nice selection of mostly Californian wines but also some European blends. read more

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I met a friend for a drink at the Wine Room before dinner, and it was a bit disappointing. Ambiance is cozy chic, but there was an unpleasant musty odor. The service was a little slow, and it took 20+ minutes for them to serve the Mediterranean Toasts. The only food we had were the Mediterranean Toasts, and they were fresh and flavorful. The issue was that the toast was too crunchy/hard that it was difficult to eat with a fork and/or knife. Given the average service for premium pricing, we probably won't be back. read more

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Tried it out on a Sunday night, will not come again. The amount of wine in our glasses was so tiny, it was more like samples. (for $20 each) The amount of cheese on the cheese plate was tiny, too. The bread that came with the cheese plate was cold, right out of a fridge, 2 slices of Acme walnut bread and 1 slice of regular supermarket white bread. That's the best they can do? A tip to the restaurant: either do big pours and small cheese plates, so that people order some other food, or small pours and large cheese plates, so that people order a second glass of wine. NOT microscopic quantity of both. read more

Came here to meet up a friend of mine to catch up on a Sunday evening. It is nicely tucked away but with plenty of parking around. Felt safe walking around at night. It is a small establishment with cozy environment and sort of help yourself type of arrangement. We picked a corner place and waited for service and didn't happen. We walked to the bar but caught someone serving food. He was super helpful and picked a nice bottle for us and helped us order some appetizers. The French Chardonnay was super yummy. Crisp and refreshing. Strong apple notes. It went well with the cheese platter we got. It is a very small place and completely understaffed. So do take that into consideration. Once you have their attention, they are very helpful and nice. It was a great cozy spot to hang out with friends. Would like to come back again. read more

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That guy is very rude. He didn't let or group sot when they ordered 2 wine bottles. He came and told us to leave. No one behaves this way.

Very cute and insta worthy place. Very romantic and intimate. Service is attentive and informative of the alcohol they carry Love their wine glasses Fair pricing for what you get Overall great place for drinks Thank you! read more

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The was the best wine bar! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The kitchen had closed cause I got there at 10:30, but wine and ambiance was chill and perfect for sippin[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Service was horrible. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Was only looking for a chill vibe to spend time with three other people.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] All was good until one of the servers came. I wish I had her name. Anyways since they took a long time to come out to take any orders one of us went inside. Once the server finally came out she asked us and I told her it was ok we had sent someone inside to start the order. I don't think she liked that so much and was leaving but then couldn't contain herself and turned and said "well we are busy and can only go to one table at a time!" I said it's ok we understand that's why we sent someone to the bar area. I should've stayed quiet I guess. She did not look very happy I said anything. Then talked to some other server and he came right after to tell me that they have a $16 minimum purchase per person if we want to be there. He struggled explaining it in English so went and got us a menu that states that. They had no idea what our plan was or what we were going to spend. Anyways chugged the wine and left. No need to be treated that way when I can spend my money and time anywhere else. They obviously didn't need our business so we didn't need their bad attitude. read more

The charcuterie plate was really good and the waiter super super nice! Was on Mother's Day celebrating with my mom that day :) read more

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It was around d 5 pm, and my date wanted a drink. We stopped by and ordered a sandwich, and it was good and basic.and ordered a bottle of white, the savingnon blanc. Lime/Lemon pairs well with San Pellegrino, while ordering I asked if they had any one of the guys working responded with this isn't a full bar so there's no reason to have limes/lemons. It's not really what he said, but how he said it . No big deal, no limes. You're in the service industry, dude, tone it down and passify the situation, or explore different options to satisfy paying clients.its the level of smugness like we should be happy being in his presence lol.After that, I was completely turned off . I can see other reviews mentioning the lack of customer service and how they treat their patrons. It is a shame because this business is in a prime location, has a very cute interior, and also has outdoor seating. They also have a decent selections of wines to enjoy. I will not return. read more

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Worst experience, me and my friend wanted to relax, but we had to order separate wines which was sort of "mandatory" the server was extremely cold and there was no warmth in the tone, no tasting was offered and before we could relax he showed us about the extra 16$ which will be charged if someone doesn't order. Then finally we ordered our wine which came in a tiny quantity which was an absolute rip off, if you want to waste your money, please go there!!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Only for the ambiance i used to go there but thank you very much for ruining that.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Want to ruin your day? The Wine Room is run so badly (in my humble opinion) that you do not even know that you day is going to be changed until you are there & ordering a drink. Just to let you know in advance, the bartenders & faithful assistant are MUCH SMARTER THAN YOU... & they will let you know it... Want to be belittled? Get over there fast! Also I also suggest (just a suggestion, hint, read the other reviews) that you count the number of drinks are ordered or you might find a surprise later on... Also I see some people suggest you look at you Credit Card Statement to make sure it is the same price you signed for. If anyone important from the City or County reads this why not stop in for yourself & check it out... We are sure many will thank you for checking this place out! Readers, let me know your thoughts if you have been there also. read more

I always love coming here for a couple of glasses of wine. They have a great selection to choose from and the staff are very knowledgeable about the wines they serve. Nice in the summer to sit outside. Great in the winter as the inside is so cozy and homey. Wine is a bit expensive but worth it for the experience. read more

I've been coming here for almost 10yrs and the customer service here gets worse every time. I met up with a friend here last night and I practically had to beg for water after trying to find parking and walking in the cold for 15mins. It's always a bad sign when you have to ask for water at a bar or restaurant but even after I asked the server made a point to deliver someone else's order and then start fixing the fire place next to where I was seated after asking for water. So I asked for water again thinking maybe he accidentally forgot but he said no I heard you but you need to wait. [[HIGHLIGHT]]At that point I was ready to go somewhere else but the vibes were good and we were now on our 2nd rounds of wine.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service here is really bad and it's all because of the staff, maybe they think because they have been here so long they can treat people rudely but I would recommend the owner train them on proper customer service or hire new people eager to work. We paid $125 for 4 drinks and was willing to stay and buy more but with the poor service we left and went somewhere else. read more

Cozy wine bar with a good selection of wines by the glass or bottles. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Can be crowded at peak times.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Always a pleasure to visit this quaint and lovely wine bar that we frequent pretty often.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service is excellent too, staff pretty friendly and courteous always !! The Pinots were great and so was the Burrata today !! keep it up ... read more

The staff was very welcoming Open seating is great and you can sit outside if you like. So many delicious choices My favorite was the cab Over all 5 stars can't wait to come back read more

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Chorizo al Diablo 3 sour small red sausage, goat cheese, crostini (small crispy bread), crackers

This is my recommended go-to spot for Palo Alto locals, people who travel, and corporate social. During my most recent visit last week to Palo Alto, one of my favorite destinations because of the best University, Hospital, and boutique dining scene, I recommended this place to an Exec of a startup Healthcare who invited me from Walnut Creek to explore their product, meet their people, spend a day at their company workspace location, and show me some of his choices. The Wine Room was my pick! Ambiance: So cozy as usual, nestled with students, cute dates, and professional people in every corner sipping some of the amazing wines. We opted to go and sit in the inside library, the place which is perfect for hosting small friends and family get-togethers, and corporate socials, and have been invited as a premier guest for a top financial corporate San Francisco company. Wines: One of the solid wine lists that you can expect, starting from Napa Valley to European collections. This time, the Executive insisted on ordering a full bottle of red. I kept strong to a glass of my favorite Rose bubbles from Reims, France . So delicious, creamy, tastes of strawberry- just mind-blowing and transporting me back to Champagne, France. I chose a fine delicate pour of Pinot Noir from France for my host after tasting the Pinot.. I was surprised by the quality and the flavor profile by the French Pinot- I wish I could have some, with some bites. Apparently, my host wasted quite much of the Pinot, which he thought the wine was bad. 100 percent not! I calmly asked my host to leave it when he asked me to drink it up, leaving to uncomfortable silence. They have changing menus so best to go there and check out what they are offering! Service: Outstanding! The server kept checking on me with the needs and expectations. I felt relaxed. Sooner, he seated two additional guests in front of us with my permission, which made me feel elated. Thank you for your service, outstanding hospitality for taking care of a unique corporate uncultured silence. Will be back again! Cheers and Love read more

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I would give a zero. I went back after a bad experienc the 7th time and before that. I was going to order a bottle of champagne and dessert to see if this experience would be better than the last times. no attention before every time. Today on the 9th time I was denied service for complaining last time. i really wanted them to succeed but I was denied service. so unprofessional. John gunn high school reject read more

Worst experience I've ever had at a bar hands down. I went to the restroom and someone in line politely knocked because we were waiting for while. A woman came out and started screaming at us and went to the staff to complain. They kicked me out and took $200 without serving us drinks. I have never had such a horrible time at a bar in my entire life. Do not give them your money they do not deserve it. Staff are not smart and were very racist. read more

Was not impressed. I asked for a to go box & they said they only had ziplocks bags... they only get requests for Togo boxes are for doggies. I didn't know how to respond . Loved this place in the past. Maybe my standard of service should be lowered? The majority of customers were sitting outside & I watched as several had to come in to request service, or ask settle their bill. No one was checking on these customers. There were at least 5 service members on duty. The staff seemed to be consumed with discussing what they wanted to watch on the tv. No one checked in if my table needed water, food, refills, it was like customers were invading the workers personal time. Very disappointed! I never write negative reviews, it takes a lot for me to comment! read more

Cute and cozy date spot in Palo Alto. We just randomly stumbled upon this place when we were in that side of town. The Wine Room has a bar in the front and a bunch of couches in the back. We tried a couple of their red wines, which were both great. It's the perfect setting for a date night. read more

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Was visiting the area and really enjoyed The Wine Room, based on a friends recommendation. Great selection of wines and wine flights, they are also willing to modify flights. The server Antonio offered great insights and a little extra taste of other complimentary wines. If you enjoy wine, this is one of the best places to experience and gain some knowledge along the way. Can't wait to return and see what's on the menu next time. read more

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Intimate and cozy spot with couches and tables to unwind and have a glass of wine or more. A nice selection of wines to choose from. read more

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Enjoyed my time at the Wine Room. I went there with a few other friends to celebrate one of my friends' birthday. The place was absolutely charming. Great decor, warm lighting, comfortable chairs. It felt like you were drinking wine in a cozy library. It wasn't too busy on a Wednesday night, which was really pleasant. Our initial server was also very kind, talkative, and informative, which I really appreciated. We ended up getting a bottle of wine to share. The wine itself wasn't my personal favorite, a little too sweet for my taste, but my friends really enjoyed it, so I was happy for them. My only critique is about the bartender. We were sitting next to the wine bar, enjoying ourselves, and right when we each of us finished our wine, he asked if we wanted to order anything else. When we didn't, he had our server bring us the check right away. It pretty much felt like we were getting pushed out of the bar, just because we weren't ordering another bottle of wine. The place wasn't busy, so we weren't taking seats from other customers, and I noticed other people were still talking and enjoying themselves with empty glasses. It put a slightly sour taste in my mouth. I still would go back since I enjoyed the place so much, I hope it was just one rare instance. read more

Check your CC statements! They will add additional tips on your bill... Went in to inquire about it, and was told to email "Eddie Valle, the manager" (who was clearly at the bar). Weeks later and no response. Looking through other negative reviews on here, you'll find other folks referencing tip stealing from these folks! read more

HORRIBLE service! We've been enjoying this establishment since moving to the area two years ago with nothing but good to say. Unfortunately, this is no longer the case. As we waited for a table in the back room (it was busy), a server brought us a menu, and asked if we wanted an outdoor table that seated two. I walked out with him to view it, and I politely declined as I told him that my fiancé would be too cold. When the server and I walked back in, my fiancé had found a booth that two individuals vacated, and she quickly sat down. The server appeared upset, and about ~45 seconds later, brought a group of four (4) individuals that I witnessed, had just walked in, over to our booth and told us that we must leave. We questioned as they confirmed they do NOT have a reservation policy (first come, first serve), but still forced us to move from our booth. When we informed other personnel, we were told "sorry for your experience." NEVER AGAIN will we go unless an effort is made in good faith to reconcile this experience. They've chosen profit (larger party) over people. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]the most beautiful, warm, welcoming wine bar![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] great selection of wines and wonderful menu as well. [[HIGHLIGHT]]such a gorgeous hidden gem[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more