Whimsical yet mysterious... and just a little creepy. The moment I stepped inside, it felt like entering another world--an atmosphere thick with secrets and intrigue. The service was fantastic, the drinks were strong, and everything carried this curious energy, as if something unseen lingered in the shadows. A good time... but the vibe kept its secrets hidden. read more

Vin De Syrah - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

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Great ambiance when you first walk in. Spread out, cutely decorated for a wine bar. Very large bar area to sit at. Where I give it a "eh" drinks weren't great. Cocktails were ok and I've had better wine. Service was good. Just had hoped for better alcohol options. read more

This place is 5/5 stars, hands down!! My local friend recommended it and I came right at 5p when they opened on a Wednesday. The place was still empty when I came and wow, they have tons of seating! I'm sure it gets crazy busy on weekends here. I really like the Alice in wonderland theme as a "speakeasy"/underground bar, it's super cute! I sat at the bar and as the only customer I was served very fast. They have every day happy hour from 5-7p and it includes 1/2 off all cocktails, a great deal!! I ordered the cocktail they said would be most floral (it was purple and had flower petals all over the side - just like I like my cocktails lol). I paid like $10? A very good deal indeed. I was too full to have more than one cocktail but I sat and caught up on messages from friends there and enjoyed the music/low light disco ball ambiance. Would absolutely rec a visit to this place to anyone visiting SD! read more

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First time here. Celebrated bday. The place is spacious. Cute idea where sitting areas sectioning have a different feel to it. Feels Cozy, yet open concept. Booths are also available. It's like a secret garden Inside. We got there early so the place was pretty much to ourselves. Drinks were all yummy. Menu was limited Not much to highlight. Extensive wine list, full bar. By 10ish, dance floor was open, crowd rolled in. Music was upbeat. Place was pretty full. Our server was nice, Service- pretty standard. She check how we were doing few times. Enjoyed the illusionist, was entertaining and funny. Monday-Wednesday CLOSED. Thursday & Sunday 5:00pm to Late Friday-Saturday 5pm-1:30am *Food available till 9pm* ( pls re-verify hours of operation in case it's changed) Place is speakeasy ( turned club by 10ish) underground. Bathroom- it's outside behind the dbl doors. Parking - best to get dropped off. Street parking, valet also available. read more

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If you get here early in the evening, you'll have a chill space for wine and charcuterie. I hear it turns into a dance club in the later hours. Music, even early, was house/ebm, so while the decor is jazzy, the music isn't. Its still a fun vibe. Accessible entrance is through the Gaslamp Plaza Suites hotel lobby just down E Street (not a typo - not sure if you'll see the band). They have a good mix of Old and New World wines and not-so-common varietals. Cocktails are good, and the charcuterie plate is huge and high quality. If you are an early bird, the daily happy hour of 50% bottles and cocktails from 5-7 is an irresistible invitation to drink early and often. read more

This place was really cute! You take a couple flights down, and the entry door is part of the hedge wall. It is Alice in Wonderland themed with adorable decor and furniture. The drinks were delicious (I really liked A French Affair and Prince Edward), and our server was very nice and helpful with recommendations. There was even a live performer with a great voice. Highly recommend this place. read more

A whimsical and unique spot that perfectly blends the charm of a hidden speakeasy with the energy of nightlife. This contemporary american wine bar offers a fantastic atmosphere that transforms into a lively nightclud as the night goes on. read more

Beautiful! 100% recommend. We were the first group to arrive, and the team was so welcoming and lovely. Drinks were delicious! read more

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This is a fun place to have a glass of wine. The cocktails are pretty basic. Nice charcuterie. The service was good. I would go back for the ambiance. The restaurant is beautiful. read more

such a fun and interesting place! Very alice and wonderland kind of vibe, came for the Cinco de Mayo SD bar crawl and grateful i discovered it through it read more

Vin De Syrah - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

Such a fun underground place downtown! Entrance is down a nondescript flight of stairs into a whimsical bar and sitting area. We went on a Saturday to see Nick Ivory do some magic, and were not disappointed. I'll be returning for my bachelorette party in a few months read more

Vin De Syrah - Happy hour petite charcuterie - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

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Took a little bit to be acknowledged but the bartender was so nice and welcoming once we finally were acknowledged. read more

Vin De Syrah - Bar scene - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

Stepping into Vin de Syrah feels enchanting with botanical decor (faux moss, branches, plants and flowers) that appears to be growing from the walls and ceilings. There is a variety of seating options such as secluded booths for intimate conversations, bistro sets to be in the mix, larger tables for groups, and the bar. The service matches the sophisticated ambiance. Perfect for a quiet girls night out or a cozy date. read more

This is such a fun bar! We enjoyed it so much we went back the next time we were in town. Cool ambiance, the details in the decor are awesome. I loved the drinks there, the presentation and taste were perfect and the service was great. read more

Vin De Syrah - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

Nice and classy place in the Gaslamp district! Located in the basement on the fifth street - it is a bit hard to spot! Going down the stairs into the basement it gives an impression of speak easy access during the prohibition era! It is a mix of wine bar and speak easy as focus is wine! During our visit there was also a burlesque show which was pretty good! Food choices are a few - caprese we shared was pretty good with addition of arugula a salad. Wine list is exhaustive - but the bottle of wine we ordered was unavailable so we settled for a different one. The only downside here is service. We waited 30 minutes from walking in till our wine arrived... read more

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I attended their Galentine's event, and it was absolutely fantastic. The interior is lively and fun, with charming décor and cozy booths in the back for seating. The servers were incredibly friendly and attentive, making the experience even better. Plus, they had amazing drink specials. The event itself was well-organized and full of great activities. They offered complimentary Tito's-sponsored drinks, wine glass painting, wine and chocolate pairing, friendship bracelet making, and more. There was even a cute Instagram-worthy spot for photos, adding to the fun atmosphere. I've come here on the weekend, and it gets really crowded. Way too crowded for my liking, but if that's your scene, they have great DJs and a lively crowd. read more

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I think if the bartenders served better drinks I woulda gave it a higher rating. But the ambiance of this place is a vibe ! They have photo booths and cute decor everywhere. It's a nice speakeasy underground. You'll see a sign with the name and a arrow pointing down and a security guard there checking for IDs I thought it was nice that it wasn't overly packed for a Friday night as some other things I was passing had huge lines. The decor inside is so cute there's a dance floor and seating area. The music was fun and a good mix of oldies EDM and just some classics everyone was singing and dancing. I think I'd definitely come back if I'm in the area again or recommend it to others. I ordered a tequila sunrise and it just tasted so awful. Also ordered a whiskey sour that was just nothing how we expected it to taste. I feel like the bartender we had didn't really care. Ordered two shots of tequila and it was just hot. The prices were also pretty up there compared to other spots. Maybe pregame before coming, or hopefully just lucky and have a bartender that cares. read more

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Vin de Syrah is an interesting experience. Tucked away in the basement of a vintage hotel, you get transported to an almost Alice In Wonderland type vibe where you can enjoy drinks on drinks. If you stick around late enough into the night then it becomes a night club of some sort. We weren't young enough to last that long but while we were there, we sat in the booths along the sides and had great service while we sipped some drinks to wind down from the day. Prices are pretty standard so hope you're fuel efficient and get buzzed off one drink or two. Either way, Vin de Syrah can be the start or finish to your night out in Gaslamp district. read more

I've been coming here since my UCSD days back in 2008ish and I'm so glad it's still around, the best vibes, reasonably priced drinks, good music, just overall a great time every time I come here read more

Great little wine bar in downtown San Diego was in San Diego for vacation with my friend and we stopped by one night for some wine. There was a dj and it was just a fun atmosphere read more

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The mocktails we got were delicious and the ambiance is beautiful! We just had bar service and it was good. I appreciate the underground element. The happy hour petit Charcuterie is adorable and simply tasty. read more

First time! Visited on a Friday night, such a fun ambience. The music is great, and the energy is upbeat. Perfect place for girls night out. Quick bar service, too. There's a free, digital Photo (boomerang-type of video) Booth towards the back. You can text/email yourself the video. 10/10 recommend! read more

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Great place to grab a glass of wine surrounded by great ambiance but steer clear of average mediocre food. Tip, the worst menu item ordered were the olives and nuts...stay clear! read more

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People seem to really love this place, but I thought it was alright. I came here for the speakeasy-esque vibes, but it's got that dingy musty nightclub feel to it. It is a nightclub in the evening... and when I stumbled upon this place on a weekend night, loud music playing, college kids all around. Oh man, was I out of place! So came back again during normal non-club operating hours (~6pm) for a drink and quick bite. Food was okay, pretty average. I got the Beet It cocktail, which wasn't bad! But idk, personally can't get over the sticky frat house party feel of the place... ahh! I'm really curious of their other drinks, so would come back for that... but not a top list place for me, personally. *edit* Went back and looked at my receipt, and prices do not match the menu listed price, which is a bit of a red flag for me. There is also a 5% surcharge, which I'm fine with... but price discrepancies, esp after the fact, rub me the wrong way. ;\ read more

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Absolutely Horrible Experience - Vin de Syrah Has Gone Way Downhill Can I give ZERO stars? I don't even know where to begin. We came here for my sister's bachelorette party, and what was supposed to be the highlight of our night turned out to be a total disaster. We paid for bottle service--and got ZERO service. Not a single staff member checked on us, no one helped us set up, and we basically had to fend for ourselves after being overcharged. The music was awful--just chaotic noise--and not at all what I remembered from past visits. The whole vibe was sketchy, with multiple people looking like they were clearly on something. Maybe that's the kind of crowd they attract now? I've been to Vin de Syrah before and had good times, so this was a complete shock. I'm honestly wondering if they're under new management because it feels like a completely different (and much worse) place. Everyone in our group was disappointed. We ended up leaving and going somewhere else just to salvage the night. What should have been a special celebration turned into frustration and regret. HUGE REGRET!!! This place has taken a massive downturn, and I will never be back. Save yourself the time, money, and headache--Vin de Syrah is no longer worth it. read more

If you're looking for a hidden gem AKA Speakeasy try VIN DE SYRAH in Downtown San Diego. Food, service and ambience unmatched. Wine tasting and pairing, with a professional sommelier, is Simply STELLAR. Cheers read more

Came this past Thursday and it was super slow but it's a great spot for a date to grab some good cocktails with a nice speakeasy ambiance. The bartenders were awesome that nice and super attentive. It's located under the melting pot! read more

I wanted to love this place, but I have mixed emotions about it. Cocktails were good and nicely prepared. The wine selection, by the glass, was OK. Could have had a few more options (especially Syrah) since this is a place with Syrah in the name. Bartender was efficient, but not particularly friendly Tastefully decorated and comfortable chairs, but perhaps could use a little bit more seating since it was not very full yet most of the seats were taken. The part that threw me off was a magician that caused a lot of yelling and loud discussion - this happened to two different groups that he was entertaining. Seems to be a bit of a younger crowd - perhaps because it is near the gaslamp district. Tip: if you're taking an Uber/Lyft, the drop off should be The Melting Pot since there is not a obvious sign out front marking the location read more

We attended a complimentary cocktail release last evening and I was very disappointed how the evening event was handled. We had a wonderful young lady serving us and we ordered one of the drinks released for the evening. We also ordered a panini to accompany our drinks. The complimentary sample was provided to us by our server in a plastic cup. That surprises us as we have attended many events at other restaurants of this group who went above and beyond the customary tasting. After another sample at 7:15 pm we were informed that this will be our last sample. 2 samples in plastic and we must move out of the way for the DJ which begins at 8. The drink service was to last to 9pm with additional drinks $10. We closed out with our server and left as we felt customer service was not a priority for the evening, but the DJ was. read more

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I came here to take a light meal and had a wonderful experience. Fresh food decent servings and extremely hospitable service

Walking into Vin De Syrah is like stepping into a secret garden of decadence, tucked right beneath the streets of San Diego. The vibe here is electric--whimsical, moody, and filled with surprises at every turn. I came in for a quick drink and ended up staying for hours, hypnotized by the live DJ, cozy corners, and craft cocktails flowing like magic. I asked the bartender to get creative with AsomBroso, and they delivered a masterpiece: a bold tequila cocktail layered with fresh citrus, a touch of herbal intrigue, and just enough bite to remind you you're sipping something special. It was the kind of drink that makes you close your eyes and just feel it. Vin De Syrah isn't just a bar--it's an experience. Can't wait to go back. -Rick read more

For those that don't know, this is a speakeasy type of bar and restaurant. After dinner, they turn into a club on the weekends. Such a lively vibe! Great drinks and bites. The service is always good! Definitely recommend this hidden gem in San Diego if you're visiting, or want to check out a fun spot that isn't chaotic nor overwhelming read more

Vin de Syrah is probably one of my favorite places in downtown, everything from the ambiance and drinks. I have always had a good time every time I've come here. On this occasion I introduced some friends to it and they were impressed. Although it announces it's a wine bar, they have a full and pretty extensive bar with many other alcoholic options. Whenever I've come here, service has been quick and friendly. It's also fun to watch people try to find the entrance (there's a video feed of the front area). If you're visiting or a local, this is a great spot to go! read more

Vin De Syrah - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

We went for their 15th anniversary which was a very fun environment! They had a sommelier for wine tasting and a contortionist. The live performers were great! I had a prosciutto grilled cheese that was yummy. The service was poor at our table, but it was a busy night. Would go back! read more

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This place captures the essence of a speakeasy, everything I imagined. Very classy yet somehow with casual vibes. Like an invitation to go to your rich friend's house. The manager and staff were so kind and helpful. I wanted to set up a special thing for my partner, to make her feel special. They helped me coordinate to give her a big surprise. The wine tasting was such a cool experience. I felt like I was taking the scenic route through the Italian coast. One of the best nights I've ever had! Thanks to Vin de Syrah! read more

This place is a whole little maze to get to. You have to go downstairs to find it. Once you go inside prepare to feel like you are teleporting to a whole other realm. The Alice in wonderland realm. The service was fantastic. It was busy but the crew here made every table feel like they were the only ones there. They kept coming to check on the tables and ask if we needed anything. The cocktails are great. They actually taste like there is liquor in it. The charcuterie board and pink deviled eggs were so good. I hear that they offer burlesque on certain nights so I can't wait to come back and check that out. Thank you for your hospitality read more

Vin De Syrah - Some of the most amazing decor - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

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Syrah is so fun! I first came here over a decade ago and it had been awhile since I'd visited, but it's still the same! My girlfriend's and I had four menu items, cocktails, and wine. We stopped in early, around 8pm, and it was pretty quiet which was great for us to chat and munch on our girl dinner. It's so whimsical inside and open. There's also a cool little Photo Booth area to snap some cute pictures with your friends. Loved coming back and seeing that not much had changed over the years. Can't wait to go back again! read more

Vin De Syrah - Delicious cocktails, great wine, bangin' board - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

This place is always been a fan favorite. I'm surprised I don't have a review about it already but honestly, it's one of the best places in San Diego. I always refer my friends to it. It's one of those individual places that are so unique you can't fight put your hand on it, but it is also familiar. It's not a dive bar for sure but it is somewhere that you don't wanna be at least once a month. Whether there be a celebration, whether it would be a business meeting, whether there be just getting out and letting your hair down this is definitely the place. It has an essence of Alice in Wonderland mixed with an amazing speakeasy. This is my introduction to speak easy and honestly, there is nothing that really compares to it and I've been to a lot of speakeasies around the world. It's not a true speakeasies in this traditional sense, but you'll see why I say it might be speakeasyish.... The best thing about speakeasies is the things that you discover every single time you come. Definitely don't want to be considered a regular but this place has had my heart since 2014. It was my introduction to the San Diego nightlife and since i've been coming here, 11 years strong and honestly, there's no place I'd rather be. they just had a complete revamp. I still love it. I just opened a summer cocktails menu so far I've tried to fly a soul and look to experiment with the Alper bourbon jeans and also the honey bear. If you're in San Diego just visiting try this place out. You won't be disappointed Thursday Friday. Saturdays are amazing evenings. I wouldn't say dress to impress, but definitely come like you know better. I was a little disappointed in the by past (2024) when I noticed there were a lot of tennis shoes, but that has changed and now I feel more comfortable being able to dress in the attire that I dress in. The music is always on point. The bartenders are very attentive. The waitresses are also attentive. If you're looking to get a table, I would highly recommend it. The host are pretty awesome too. Super light of the side honestly, this is my go to. I've spent many a New Year and Halloween here just because of the vibe that it naturally has. read more

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So I've never actually eaten here, but let me tell you the nightlife is so fun. I love to take my out of town friends to this spot, as it feels like a nice escape into Alice's Wonderland. Years ago, they used to have cabaret singers, I'm not sure if they still do. My last visit was a couple months ago now, and we arrived after 11pm, so if there were still performers, we definitely missed them. This place gets packed (and I mean packed) but it's fun to dance, and the DJ is super good. There's even a saxophone player that plays live and accompanies the DJ music. Bartenders are quick and knowledgeable, though, like I said it does get very busy there so you might have to wait a bit to get your drink order in. Overall, it's a fun spot to dance your buns off at night! read more

Cute speak easy behind a wall of foliage (yes, we were those fools walking around in circles - but isn't that part of the experience!?!) We sat at the bar, and weren't disappointed! Phenomenal cocktails, beautiful setting... Would be a lovely place to come with a large group or on a first date. read more

Vin De Syrah - You said cocktails like it's a bad thing... - New American Near Me - San Diego, California