Explore San Diego's best wine bars — from the classics everyone knows to the neighborhood spots that deserve more attention.
East Village
$ · Restaurants · 2.6
Little Italy
$ · Italian · 2.5
Old Town
$ · Wine Bars · 2.5
Little Italy
$$ · Restaurants · 2.4

North Park
“Casual cafe serves coffees from South & Central America, teas, pizzas & light fare.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.4

Ocean Beach
“Chic bistro & wine shop offering regional small plates & weekend brunch, plus happy-hour specials.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.4

Little Italy
“Rotisserie chicken, homemade pasta & wine served in warm environs with a snug sidewalk patio.”
$$ · Italian · 2.4

Encinitas
“An elegant, yet relaxed spot for classic Italian dining with a kids menu & dog-friendly patio.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
$ · Wine Bars · 2.4
Hillcrest
$ · Wine Bars · 2.4

Encinitas
“Cozy pub with more than 30 international beers on tap has bison, ostrich & other unusual burgers.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.4

La Jolla
“Retail chain offering artisan olive oils, balsamic vinegars & tapenades, plus tastings.”
$$ · Wine Bars · 2.4

Bird Rock
$$ · Wine Bars · 2.4
Bankers Hill
“Global & domestic pours, plus craft brews, accompany eclectic small plates at this smart lounge.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.4
Little Italy
“Quirky, bi-level bar with a tin ceiling & homey vibe offering a wide range of wines & light bites.”
$$$$ · Bars · 2.4

Gaslamp Quarter
“Wine, cocktails & light eats, plus DJs & live music, in a hip, tucked-away lounge with quirky decor.”
$$ · Wine Bars · 2.4

Coronado
“Chic, Parisian-style bistro & wine bar offering locally sourced French recipes, plus brunch.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.4

Ocean Beach
$ · Bars · 2.4
South Park
“Open, airy fixture offers a range of thoughtfully sourced wines amid a cool mixed-material backdrop.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.4

Little Italy
“Airy-industrial beer hall serving cocktails, wine, pizza, charcuterie & cheese plus sports on TVs.”
$$ · Pizza · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
“Warm brick-lined locals' spot pairs refined Italian fare with a vast wine list, plus a patio.”
$$$ · Italian · 2.3
Little Italy
“Wine tasting bar with minimalist decor & an upstairs patio serving a variety of vino & charcuterie.”
$$ · Wine Bars · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
“Long-standing upscale eatery known for a welcoming vibe & Californian fare with Continental touches.”
$$$ · Italian · 2.3

Pacific Beach
“Upscale Indian eatery & bar dishing up curries, tandoori & other favorites in an intimate space.”
$$ · Indian · 2.3

Little Italy
“Rustic-chic hot spot known for its large patio, happy hour & diverse menu of refined Italian eats.”
$$ · Italian · 2.3

South Park
“Cozy, French-inspired cafe for crêpes, pastries, panini & espresso drinks, plus outdoor seating.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.3

San Diego
“Family-run vineyard with a casual, outdoor eatery featuring thin-crust pizza & Italian desserts.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.3

North Park
$ · Restaurants · 2.3

Coronado
“Contemporary ambiance for an old-school steakhouse known for filets, chops & seafood dishes.”
$$$ · Restaurants · 2.3

Pacific Beach
“Health-conscious vegan & vegetarian eats in an eco-chic space with a spacious patio.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.3

Encinitas
“Organic, non-GMO cafe eats are the specialty at this modern, sleek venue.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.3

Ocean Beach
“Diverse small plates & sushi are offered with wine & a long list of beers in a warm, funky setting.”
$$ · Restaurants

Little Italy
“Chain outpost offering pizza & red-sauce Italian staples in generous portions.”
$$ · Pizza

Solana Beach
$ · Restaurants

San Diego
$ · Bars

San Diego
$ · Bars

Little Italy
$ · Wine Bars
Gaslamp Quarter
“High-end steakhouse chain with aged prime beef & classics such as lobster tails.”
$$$$ · Steakhouse

Gaslamp Quarter
$$ · Bars

La Mesa
$ · Bars

San Diego
$ · Bars

Pacific Beach
“Chain outpost offering pizza & red-sauce Italian staples in generous portions.”
$$ · Restaurants
Gaslamp Quarter
“Fine-dining eatery pairs steak & seafood with an extensive wine list in a smart, multilevel space.”
$$ · Seafood

University City
“Rotating menu of seasonal American dishes alongside international wines in an upscale setting.”
$$ · Seafood

Mission Valley
$$ · Restaurants
Little Italy
“Deli serving a long list of sandwiches, burgers, salads & breakfast items beside the San Diego Bay.”
$$ · American

San Diego
$$ · Restaurants

North Park
“Cozy, French-inspired cafe for crêpes, pastries, panini & espresso drinks, plus outdoor seating.”
$$ · Restaurants