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The Wine Room

Wine Bar$$$$
University South, Palo Alto
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    Ranked #2 for wine bars in Palo Alto
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    Diane B.
    "Walter is a great person to help you select a..."(3 Tips)
    Roy C.
    "Cozy...and bottles are fairly priced!"(2 Tips)
    Jennifer E.
    "Cute place with nice selection but the food is overpriced."(2 Tips)
    Shankar S.
    "Grab a glass of Viognier - it's awesome"(2 Tips)
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  • Suzy C.
    Suzy ColemanJune 15, 2017
    This isn't a winery, but when you need wine, you need wine! It's super cute and right off University. Perfect place to go before dinner, and why not...after dinner too. Small inside, so best for 2.
  • Arian E.heart icon on user image
    Arian EvansAugust 15, 2014
    Wine. I highly recommend the Wine here. Bring your own funnel, and some anti-cougar spray!
  • Angela L.
    Angela LylesJuly 21, 2013
    Go to the back and score a seat in the comfy couch by the fire place! Don't know what to order? Ask for a recommendation-super knowledgeable staff!
  • MetroSeeker.com
    MetroSeeker.comJune 21, 2011
    If you don't know what you want, ask for TJ and tell him what you like. He'll pick a wine that is suited to your tastes. Dress to impress and mind your manners.
  • Adam B.heart icon on user image
    Adam BremerOctober 26, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Staff is outstanding. Highly recommend just trying it out. Easy to meet new people. Not a stuck up place!
  • M.G. S.
    M.G. SieglerJuly 26, 2014
    Great wine selection. A bit dark. Check out the motto.
  • Angel F.
    Angel FuMarch 31, 2015
    Love the design of this place. Recommend the sauvignon blanc and the merlot.
  • M K.heart icon on user image
    M KMarch 1, 2023
    Cozy location with gooood wine. A little pricey but what’s not in the bay?!
  • Mike H.
    Mike HarkeyJune 11, 2014
    Grab a big glass of wine and snuggle with your honey on the couches in back. Date night spot.
  • Anthony M.
    Anthony MartinNovember 14, 2010
    Been here 50+ times
    A regular stop for me for great conversations, people, wine and make sure you try the marscapone stuffed dates. Walter and TJ are great.
  • Diane B.
    Diane BarreraSeptember 21, 2011
    Walter is a great person to help you select a bottle of wine - very Knowledgable.
  • Friendly R.heart icon on user image
    Friendly RobApril 24, 2022
    Nice place. Good vibe, good wines. Bit overpriced. But service was not great. Server had no clue how to treat a wine glass.
  • Richard J.
    Richard JhangSeptember 3, 2020
    Nicely curated wines and snacks!
  • Eoin D.
    Eoin DowlingOctober 23, 2011
    Walter is a legend. Get a recommendation from him. You won't be disappointed.
  • Roy C.heart icon on user image
    Roy ChenMarch 6, 2017
    Cozy...and bottles are fairly priced!
  • Ellie M.
    Ellie McHaleJuly 19, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Beside the great wine, try and ignore the overpowering bleach stench. And, don't let the staff be inappropriate. Because they sometimes do that...
  • Carl M.
    Carl McCallumJune 18, 2013
    The Viognier, jazz cellars Cathie's corner Russian river is not bad.
  • Tom M.
    Tom M.July 8, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Wine changes frequently. Ask bartenders for advice (especially TJ). Entire staff is very good.
  • Jennifer E.heart icon on user image
    Jennifer EvansMay 2, 2015
    Cute place with nice selection but the food is overpriced. $8 for olives?
  • Chris L.
    Chris LaFournaiseJanuary 31, 2012
    I cannot remember having three icky recommended wines in a row until today.
  • Sherry L.heart icon on user image
    Sherry LiDecember 3, 2015
    Super crowded at night. The wine is alright.
  • Paulina F.heart icon on user image
    Paulina FariasDecember 23, 2018
    Charcutery plate was awesome!
  • Paul S.
    Paul SteketeeFebruary 2, 2022
    Try the wine!
  • Lacey H.
    Lacey HainesMarch 28, 2010
    Head to the back room and sit on the couches by the fire. Then, order a glass of the Cab Franc. Light and delicious!
  • Jonathan S.
    Jonathan SchwartzJuly 31, 2011
    Try the Tempranillo: it's big, it's bold, it's chewy... absolutely wonderful!
  • Brian B.heart icon on user image
    Brian BulkowskiNovember 18, 2015
    Wine flight chocolate
  • Ysmay
    YsmayFebruary 5, 2011
    Sunday nights are slower. Fridays are so packed you can't move.
  • AJ
    AJOctober 28, 2012
    Try the wine
  • Roseanne W.
    Roseanne WincekJanuary 19, 2012
    Sometimes they'll tell you that they are out of food, and then serve other people. Lame!
  • Shankar S.heart icon on user image
    Shankar SaikiaJanuary 10, 2010
    Been here 100+ times
    Grab a glass of Viognier - it's awesome
  • Jackie B.
    Jackie BavaroJune 12, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Try the moscato.
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