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Zest Wine Bistro

4.8 (69)
$30 and under
Tapas / Small Plates
Broadway 8129, Lemon Grove, CA 91945

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Zest Wine Bistro

4.8
$30 and under
Tapas / Small Plates
Lemon Grove

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM

About this restaurant

  • Great for fine wines
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
Welcome to Zest, your new neighborhood wine bar nestled in Lemon Grove. Come gather for unique wine, tasteful small plates and not-to-miss events!

Zest Wine Bistro’s intimate and cozy interior is the perfect place for evening noshing and sipping. You’ll find a small menu featuring elaborate charcuterie boards, small plates and sweets. Our wine menu highlights premium wines not typically found by the glass, as well as lesser known labels from all over the world. An eclectic beer list showcases global markets, as well as local craft brews.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar, Afternoon Tea
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Host your next event at Zest. We offer a spacious yet cozy outdoor patio that is heated and covered.
  • Neighborhood
    Lemon Grove
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Zest Wine Bistro.

4.8

4.8
(69)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

69 Reviews
  1. Alma Gold

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the service and attention we get every time we go to this bistro. We always get great recommendations and have such a great time. The staff always goes above and beyond.

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  2. Sherri

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was the first time we ate here. The restaurant was beautifully decorated. The staff were very nice and we felt very welcomed as soon as we walked through the door. The food is absolutely amazing and the wine obviously doesn’t disappoint either. I definitely recommend going here and next we will try their Sister restaurant next-door, Giardino. 

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  3. Marla

    New York City25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great time at Zest! Excellent customer service and the food is amazing.

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  4. Cindy

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 13, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our Galentines evening was exceptional! Great service, as always. Excellent value ($). Best selection of wines and sparkling…yummy charcuterie board and dessert sampler. Tiramisu awesome along with the lemon cake and cannolis.

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  5. Jennifer Gold

    San Diego18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 10, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Zest! They have the best wines and food around the area.

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  6. Lori Gold

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great selection of wines. Seabass is delicious! Service is always excellent!

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  7. Lori Gold

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great selection of wines! Steak Siciliano is one of my favorites!

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  8. Marla

    New York City25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visit Zest annually to celebrate a birthday. We first discovered Zest while searching for a restaurant for Restaurant Week, and now we look forward to it every year.

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  9. Luningning Catalina Gold

    San Diego23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time dining at this place. Nice, quiet and quaint place in Lemon Grove! Inside has limited seating but the patio is perfect for spring and summer for wine and charcuterie nights. Food was amazing! We had the steak, lamb chops and chicken Parmesan. For wine try Quest Cabernet. We were served by the owner himself and very knowledgeable when it comes to wine! We will be back!

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  10. TryingSomethingDifferent

    Central Coast20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Welcoming, cute space with tasty food and interesting wine selection. We will be back!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar, Afternoon Tea
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Host your next event at Zest. We offer a spacious yet cozy outdoor patio that is heated and covered.
  • Neighborhood
    Lemon Grove
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Zest Wine Bistro has a patio that guests enjoy in spring and summer for wine and charcuterie nights.

The Steak Siciliano is a recurring favorite at Zest Wine Bistro, it's on the menu and multiple guests praise the steak.

Zest Wine Bistro feels intimate and cozy, a small, charming neighborhood wine bar with a welcoming staff and a relaxed patio for evening sipping and noshing.

The best time is Zest Hour, arrive around 4–5pm (Wednesday–Sunday) when guests praise the $5 happy-hour wines and the patio for early-evening sipping.

Yes, Zest runs a Zest Hour (happy hour) with $5 sommelier-selected wines and reduced bar plates, and the bistro also runs wine tastings and a wine club guests can join.

Yes, Zest has a dedicated Kids menu (Chicken Alfredo; Spaghetti & Meatballs; Cheese Pizza; Mac & Cheese), making it an easy choice for families.

Yes, Zest is a wine-focused bistro with a curated wine list and an eclectic beer selection, and guests frequently praise the extensive wine offerings and wine club.

Yes, the back patio regularly welcomes diners with their dogs; several guests say they always bring their dog and enjoy patio seating.

At Zest Wine Bistro, guests describe the Zest Hour cheese plate as "really substantial for a happy hour plate, " and the menu features a Cheese and Charcuterie Board.

Yes, Zest Wine Bistro's intimate, cozy interior and multiple positive Valentine- and romantic-visit reports make it a lovely pick for a special evening.

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Zest Wine Bistro

4.8
$30 and under
Tapas / Small Plates
Lemon Grove

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
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