Wine Lab — Restaurant in Costa Mesa

This place is nothing short of amazing! From the moment you step inside, you're greeted by the warm and welcoming staff who are not only extremely knowledgeable about wine, but also maintain a down-to-earth and approachable demeanor. One of the highlights of the Wine Lab experience is their unique wine flights, which are perfect for sharing. The flights are served in test tubes, adding a playful and memorable touch to the tasting. They encourage patrons to bring their own food, so you can enjoy a cozy meal accompanied by their fantastic wine and beer selections. I highly recommend the "bartender's pick" flight, which is a delightful surprise every time. The team at Wine Lab takes pride in selecting hidden gems for these flights, and I'm convinced they must be losing money on some of them, considering the quality of the wines they serve. Their membership offers numerous hidden benefits that are worth exploring. As a member, you can enjoy: Invitations to exclusive parties and wine get-togethers, allowing you to mingle with fellow wine enthusiasts and expand your palate. Generous discounts across the board, with the best savings on their already excellent wine flights. The opportunity to take home a selection of wines each month, keeping your own wine collection fresh and exciting. Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or just want a drink this place is...

I stumbled across this cool little place after eating at Native Foods, which is right across from the Wine Lab. I loved that they chose a unique display for their wine tastings by putting the wine in test tubes! It definitely adds to the lab aesthetic and vibe. There are multiple reds and whites to choose from their tap, as well as a few plates and appetizers from their kitchen. This is easy to get to and centrally located in The Camp shopping center although parking may be hard to come by at peak hours. There is bar and table seating inside or table seating and a lovely hammock outside for public use. BONUS: They have a great happy hour that even runs on the weekends! Everything is reasonably priced and the staff were very helpful. The only downside I'd note is that the wine sold in their wine shop area is a bit overpriced when compared to other grocery and liquor stores. I would definitely recommend this place to a friend and will...

This place was surprisingly cool. They don't have a TON of options, which I found strange for a wine-forward place, but the options we got we enjoyed. Unfortunately, there was only one person working there who I guess is in charge of also making food (which I don't totally understand?) so service took forever. As a result, we were charged happy hour prices, which was nice.

We went here waiting for a table next door for pizza, so for that reason it's definitely worth checking out. They had a movie playing on one of the walls, which was cool. And the vibe itself is cool, the inside has a lot going on and a lot to look at. We sat outside, which wasn't the best as it's right next to a parking lot but certainly still a nice option for outdoor seating.

If you're coming to this shopping center to have dinner, I do think it's worth...