The Wine Lover: "A Bistro in Paris?" Hillcrest Restaurant Tip by lmkluque

In a review of The Wine Lover, the author said, "...it could easily be mistaken for a smart bistro on Paris' Boulevard Saint-Germain."

Maybe because the size of it is so small and the interior could be considered "intimate" or because the owners were inspired by "The City of Lights" and have done all they can to make their place look it's best.

However, the enthusiastic help and encouragement given to wine-bar-newbies who timidly ask a question, is not what I'd call reminiscent of Paris at all.

This is a wine bar and a tasting room. Try it out. Take a seat at the Italian marble bar and start asking. Of course, if you are a budding oenophile, just go in and enjoy.

They offer selections from low-producing or small family owned wineries so these items would not usually be found in grocery stores or larger wine shops.

Especially show-up for the their "sociability-hour" for specials on wine and appropriate edibles.

Favorite Dish: Unforthunately I am allergic to red wines, so my suggestion might fall short of a good one. They offer over seventy wines by the glass and have something like fifteen flights, small tastes of three or four wines, presented in flight "carriers," which includes notes on the selected wines, pretty interesting and informative. The price range of a flight is about $15.00 to about $75.00.

Cheese, olives and "Wine Country Suppers" are offered to accompany the wine. All you do is supply the conversation and opinions and if you are inspired, buy a bottle or two to enjoy later.

Address: 3968 Fifth Avenue
Comparison: about average
Phone: (619) 294-9200
Price: US$21-30
Rating: 4
Theme: Wine Bar/Wine Tasting
Website: http://thewineloversd.com/