Bodega Wine Bar
Pasadena, CA 91101
Phone: (626) 793-4300
- Cross Street:
- S Marengo Avenue
- Best of Citysearch:
- Wine Bar 2005, Wine Bar 2004
- Hours:
- Daily 4pm-1am
Editorial Review for Bodega Wine Bar – by Lesley Balla
The Scene
Bodega sits in a quiet corner of the Paseo Colorado mall. The lofty, industrial-chic room spills onto the patio through floor-to-ceiling glass doors. Low lights and candles, tall tables, a back-lit bar--exactly the kind of place for swank sipsters to swirl and chat, more interested in good company and wine than a hot scene. House music adds ambience, but doesn't inhibit conversation. A back room with comfy couches is perfect for lounging.
The Draw
Demystifying wine for the masses, the eclectic wine list spans the globe, from California's Central coast to New Zealand, France and Italy. Order by bottle, carafe or glass and ask a server for background--they're usually right on the mark. To nosh, share a gourmet pizza with arugula, prosciutto and chevre, or an assorted cheese plate with crackers and fresh fruit.
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Insider Tips
Happy HourTake advantage of the daily happy hour from 4pm to 7pm, when basically all the drinks on the menu are discounted. There are special appetizer deals as well.
ParkingThe bar validates for up to two hours in the garage--then you pay an hourly rate, with an $8 maximum. Street parking can be difficult to find, but after 6pm, it's free.
What to DrinkDon't know what to get? Wine flights let you choose up to three different wines to try at once.
Save MoneyCome in after 10pm on Sundays and get $1 sake shots.
User Reviews for Bodega Wine Bar
05/01/2008 Posted by catsouth
This place is highly overrated. Anyone who knows anything about wine would not like Bodega. VERY disappointing.
Pros: Nothing
Cons: Everything
0 out of 1 people found this review helpful
03/27/2008 Posted by xyz22262
If you like decent wine and good food then skip this place. It is overpriced and the wine selection is less than impressive. Coke mixed with wine?? Enough said.
Pros: Easy parking
Cons: Everything inside the bar
0 out of 1 people found this review helpful
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