Gelson's Wine Bar

Sucks! Don't waste your time! Thought I'd grab a quick burger but wasn't quick. Brought out the burger under cooked, no silverware no condiments and no one came back. Waited for bill forever while manager chatted away with another customer. Guess this is what happens when you eat at a makeshift wine bar in a supermarket.

Another reason coming back to Gelson's wine bar was to try its sushi offerings and we were happy! My husband and I ordered the Blue Crab Roll and Gelson's Signature Ahi Poke Tower. They were fresh and melt in your mouth, just excellent! We will definitely come back! The service was friendly and it's a nice wine bar to relax before and after doing the grocery.

There is nothing in this store that'snot good. Salad bar is top notch. Beef is the best I have tasted since my grandfather was alive. The roasted free range organic chicken is worth the price. The meat literally melts in your mouth. Every year I order our holiday dinners and everything is excellent.

Sean the bartender at Gelson Wine Bar is amazing and the food and wine selection is amazing! You have to try the food! Go for St Patty's Day!

I've been to this store many times but only had the chance to visit the wine bar for the first time recently. Very friendly bartenders who gave good advice on wine. I was introduced to the cook and the bartenders also mentioned the sushi chef by name. I felt like a member of the Gelson's family! Such a fun time.I had sashimi, lobster sliders and a glass of pinot noir. The sashimi was excellent, lobster sliders very good also. The wine was lovely. Gelson's wine selection is far superior to what one can get in any other casual setting.The wine bar is well appointed. There are two large TV screens.I took advantage of Gelson's offer to shop for you while at the wine bar. The groceries and bar charges are presented on the same bill, so you don't have to pay at a checkout line.A very relaxing and enjoyable experience, combined with the convenience of picking up groceries.

I bought Gelsons brand cheddar and hummus and both were AWFUL! The cheese was dry and powdery (cheapTilamook) would have been better. I also tried their hummus. Flavorless. Don't buy store brands. They are more expensive and taste BAD!

Gelsen's Wine and Food Bar are EXCELLENT. I am there often. The food is always consistently excellent. Shawn provides top notch service like a white tablecloth restaurant. Excellent choices of wines. Always refilling water. Chef makes the absolutely best hamburger, highest quality meat, perfection. Love the crab cakes (freshly made) the sushi chef makes the sushi fresh to order. I love the blue crab roll. The prices are amazing. I have met some of the nicest patrons there. Fun to chat and eat - even if you don't like beer or wine. Shawn plays great music too. The only thing I can add if I am there so often I would like to see more choices on the menu -- Gelsen's you have it all in the store: soups, more salads, guacamole and more. Did you know James Cagney owed this shopping center back in the day? It used to be a theater. Come and join us for a bite at Gelsen's Wednesday - Sunday - noon - eight or you are a "dirty rat" - line from Cagney's movies!

Excellent customer service. Store is clean and well organized. Love the new wine and beer bar. The food is delicious with thoughtful presentation. Tavia always goes above and beyond. She is very knowledgeable about the wines and beers. If she does not know the answer about any item, she will reach out and have an answer for you quickly. I would give 10 stars.

We had a wonderful experience at the Gelson's Dana Point wine bar. Tavia was a gracious and knowledgable server. She was very well versed in the various wines and so kind. She listened well and guided us to the most pleasurable experience. We will be back and hopefully Tavia will be there to serve us again.