Wine Vault & Bistro

Shawn Mail

What a unique and wonderful experience. They pour purpose and intention into creating a new menu every week, treating you to what it feels like to be part of a high quality, culinary family. The best food & wine pairings they create each week from hand-sourcing their freshest ingredients in the marketplace, could truly only be elevated if we were dining there at the restaurant to feel right at home. We tasted an incredible Truffle Chicken dish that surprisingly stole the show among the other dishes, only by an overall collective vote though, because all the plates were so delicious, and perfect in portion. This Truffle Chicken paired well with their suggestion of the featured wine “Ramey Pinot Noir wine” and, wow, I cannot describe to you the delicious smell of Truffle hitting your nose with so much detail before you even taste it. The Lamb Shanks and Syrah wine (also featured by Ramey) paired really well, and wow, the Lamb meat…. If you ever get the chance at this dish, order it, share it, pair it & compare it. The pork tenderloin definitely deserves recognition here, and as a delicate meat to choose as a “take out” dish, this is one to look forward to when they start hosting in person again, or if you book a private event there. The sides that came with each dish… Very impressive. Such savory and complimentary sides, and Im going to leave this a secret for you to experience yourself. Expect uniquely crafted items in ways you are only left wondering… “how?” And, the grande finalé… the dessert! This week was a Cherry Jubilee Cheesecake that brought it all home, and paired with a Spanish Orange Brandy, for those who want to fully indulge in the dessert experience. You might THINK you don’t want Cherries Jubilee with your cheesecake, but I’m telling you now… you don’t know, what you don’t know! Just say YES to everything they’re creating there, just as you would to your family if your family were master chefs who cared about your well being with quality food. You cannot be disappointed here, so, grab some friends, order everything they’re offering that week… and share it in a tasting and pairing experience, like family would. What a pleasure. In a world of restaurants of lost art and care for the body, mind, and spirit… the Wine Vault & Bistro may be the last one standing.

Monica Guevara

Reservations in advance are helpful to get a spot at this dinner only place. They also update their website with the latest menu items. I recommend doing the wine pairing with the meal - it is worth it! Some items on the seasonal menu are definitely better than others but the courses are small enough and sufficient that you should get full by the end. Great lighting and makes it feel like a casually elegant date night.

Michael Nazarinia

We went for a Thursday night special dinner and wine pairing. The atmosphere is very quiet and cozy. The candle light makes the mood relaxing and romantic. The food was excellent it came out in three courses. The waiter was attentive and everything came out on time and at the correct temperature. There was a private party in the entrance area and the place would make a wonderful venue for a party. 2 1/2 hours went by really fast. Had a great time would go back again And recommend it for a great evening where you can actually enjoy the food and the drink and your company.

J Calderón

What an incredible experience. We had a delicious meal with wine pairing for the prize of OK food and crappie wine in other places. Great atmosphere. Wild Salmon was amazing. My new favorite spot in San Diego.