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The WineSellar & Brasserie, San Diego, CA

The WineSellar & Brasserie

4.8
4.8
1013 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
Established in 1988, The WineSellar & Brasserie is San Diego's premiere destination for fine wine and exquisitely crafted locally sourced, organic fare.

Consistently ranked among OpenTable's Top 10 local restaurants, The Brasserie has been honored with either Wine Spectator's "Grand Award" and "Best Of Award Of Excellence" every year since our inception.

With your meal, enjoy a bottle from the adjoining WineSellar boutique wine shop or choose a wine from our award-winning list. Either way, you’ll find an outstanding selection of unique small-production wines not found anywhere else. Not in the mood for wine? Choose from our rotating list of craft beers or seasonally available craft cocktails.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, American, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (858) 450-9557
  • Website
    http://www.winesellar.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Oscar Bautista
  • Catering
    The WineSellar & Brasserie provides excellent meeting and party facilities for groups up to 60 people and can cater to your special guests. The Brasserie also has a private dining room which is perfect for meetings or get togethers for 6-12 people. A high-definition television monitor is available for your presentations. sarah@winesellar.com
  • Private party facilities
    The WineSellar & Brasserie offers an intimate dining experience, a privately sectioned off area for a private party of up to 10, or the Casual Side Bar area for Happy Hour parties. Contact Sarah@winesellar.com for details and availability.
  • Location
    9550 Waples Street, Suite 115, San Diego, CA 92121
  • Area
    Sorrento Mesa
  • Cross Street
    Steadman St.
  • Parking details
    Plenty of free parking. <br />
  • Public transit
    Mira Mesa Blvd and Pacific Heights Blvd
  • Entertainment
    Not at this time.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Tour Piedmont with our Michele Chiarlo Wine Dinner

    USD 163.35 per person

    15 Mar 2025 only
    Join us March 15th for a prefix wine paired dinner to explore the wines of Michele Chiarlo. (Regular dinner service is not available on this day.) Starting promptly at 6pm, we will take you on a guided tour of Barbera, Nebbiolo, Arneis and Gavi varietals, beautifully paired with a carefully curated menu to bring out the best in the wines. Price and Menu TBD so check our website for details!

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 1,013 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Best Overall

  • San Diego

    Best Food

  • San Diego

    Best Value

  • San Diego

    Great for fine wines

  • San Diego

    French

  • San Diego

    Best Overall

  • San Diego

    Best Food

  • San Diego

    Best Service

  • San Diego

    Best Ambience

  • San Diego

    Best Value

  • San Diego

    Great for fine wines

  • San Diego

    French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The WineSellar & Brasserie is a hidden gem in San Diego, offering "excellent food" and "outstanding service" in a cozy, elegant setting. Known for its creative menu and exceptional wine list, this restaurant provides a delightful dining experience with a warm, professional staff. Perfect for special occasions or an exquisite meal any day.

1,013 Reviews

  1. Eddie

    San Diego

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Sophia was excellent and the food was delicious!

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  2. Nancy

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The valentine meal was very good, but the portions were incredibly small for the price point of $90.00 per person. The chocolate tart was a small tart cut in half & served as such. Our party of 6 all left hungry.

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  3. Rachel

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Did not care for the fixed Valentine's dinner menu but that was our fault for not realizing that when we booked the reservation. Our server was lovely but there seemed to be a lag between courses which likely was a kitchen issue? Portions were small. Stopped somewhere afterwards so my partner could have a snack. Lovely ambiance as always. Will go back but not likely when a fixed menu is offered.

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  4. James

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Not really a kid friendly restaurant. The food didn’t have much flavor. Extremely expensive but you’re purely paying for ambience.

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  5. Felix

    San Diego

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The broccolini was to die for. Excellent. The seabass was ok The steak was great, the short ribs were great, the Duck two ways was great, the white rabbit resiling was great. The pudding was to die for. The table was ready to celebrate my son's bday with the proper decorations. Never seen that ever in any other restaurant. The service and the attention were exceptional. The price was on point. Dinner and drinks for all 5 of us and 4 desserts was $400.00. One of my nue favarity restaurants. Was difficult to find on the back of the building. Not facing the street address listed.

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  6. Jeanne

    San Diego

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We attended wine dinner and it was each course was well matched with the wine

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  7. Elizabeth

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall everything was very nice. I always enjoy meals with friends here. The soup was delicious, white sweet potato with sage. It was delicious,and delicate .. I did miss seeing the regular lunchtime host/waiter who always welcomed us.

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  8. Kate

    VIP

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 29 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and impeccable service! We’ll return yet again! Merci.

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  9. Carlos

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An unbelievable restaurant in an unlikely location. Small, cozy, elegant. Great food and service. An old world feel. And it’s on top of a wine shop. Lunch, happy hour, dinner… you can’t go wrong.

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  10. Louise

    VIP

    San Diego

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on 16 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always fabulous food & service. My burger was perfect & perfect crunch to the fries. The glass of Syrah that was recommended added to the taste of everything.

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FAQs

The WineSellar & Brasserie offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 450-9557.

The WineSellar & Brasserie is rated 4.8 stars by 1013 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The WineSellar & Brasserie

9550 Waples Street, Suite 115, San Diego, CA 92121

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Steadman St.
  • Area
    Sorrento Mesa
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:45 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Plenty of free parking. <br />
  • Public transit
    Mira Mesa Blvd and Pacific Heights Blvd
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Oscar Bautista
  • Entertainment
    Not at this time.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.winesellar.com/
  • Phone number
    (858) 450-9557
  • Catering
    The WineSellar &amp; Brasserie provides excellent meeting and party facilities for groups up to 60 people and can cater to your special guests. The Brasserie also has a private dining room which is perfect for meetings or get togethers for 6-12 people. A high-definition television monitor is available for your presentations. sarah@winesellar.com
  • Private party facilities
    The WineSellar & Brasserie offers an intimate dining experience, a privately sectioned off area for a private party of up to 10, or the Casual Side Bar area for Happy Hour parties. Contact Sarah@winesellar.com for details and availability.
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