Zest Wine Bistro

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   MarleneF

   New York Area

   9 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on December 11, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great place over all. Love the unique menu items. The service is exceptional.

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   GracieG

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 9, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Wonderful wine and food shared with 6 ladies for a girls night out! We happened to be there when there was fresh mozzarella was being made right in front of us. It was amazingly delicious!

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   KarlaO

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 19, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Food, service and ambiance were all awesome. Good spot for date night or girls night.

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   TrinaG

   Hawaii

   8 reviews

   4.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on November 6, 2022

   overall4food4service5ambience5

   The wines were amazing… my wife and I did a tasting. The patio is beautiful. We had a pizza from next door; the pizza dampened our experience because it was a little hurt. The server seemed like he was a one man show but he was perfect. He was so knowledgeable on the wine selection and cheese and meats.

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   AnjanetteE

   San Diego

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 4, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Roberto was a Great server. We order wine tasting and he explained all of the wines and suggested food pairings.

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   MarjorieP

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on October 3, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great wine pairings with the 3 course meal. The short rib with polenta was amazing. No knife required for this tender piece of meat & nothing needed to be trimmed off. The crispy ahi mini tacos made my mouth sing. Too full for dessert, we ordered 2 pieces of the limoncello cake to go. Savored each bite of the moist cake & cream layers. Put a smile on my face. This gem of a restaurant rivals the best of downtown San Diego, & even better. Loved the atmosphere, great service. Completely joined talking to Chef Nick. I highly recommend booking your reservation for a wonderful night out. *****

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7. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   San Diego

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on October 1, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Went during SDRR for my birthday. Delicious food & friendly employees — will 100% be going back!

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   Missy

   San Diego

   15 reviews

   5.0

   15 reviews

   Dined on September 30, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   I checked out Zest during SDRW and it was amazing. We were able to do a wine flight, I ordered the beet salad and short ribs. Decided to sit outside which has a really cute vibe. The wait staff were very personable.

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   AlisaR

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on September 30, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   We made a reservation here for restaurant week and it was fantastic! The set menu included three glasses of wine, an appetizer, and an entree. The wine was of great quality and obviously chosen with care, we had the prosciutto wrapped dates and the truffle burratta appetizers and they were delicious. The short rib and octopus entrees were perfectly portioned and just so, so good. We will definitely be back.

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    GraceW

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great spot! The staff is warm and attentive, their sommelier is knowledgeable and gives generous pours. Great food as well, they’re new so they’re working on finalizing their menu. Will definitely be back

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    Evemare

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    One of the best dining is experiences in the east county that we have had in a long time. Excellent food excellent service personable employees and great wine. Will be back & recommend to friends already, Eva & Jeff

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    KrystalEatsTheWorld

    San Diego

    22 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Had a delicious meal during restaurant week which means they were definitely busy. The food was great. The stand out items to me were the truffle burrata and the short rib. The wine tasting was good, but the red wines sat outside which meant they were well above serving temp. The service was quick, but it would have been nice to have the cheeseboard and the wines explained a bit more. Overall it was a pleasant evening with good food and wine. Definitely recommend for a date or a ladies’ dinner.

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    DianeP

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Very nice atmosphere on the patio and excellent service, food, wine. Will be back.

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    KSJL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This cozy yet elegant restaurant has left us wanting to come back! The food was beyond delicious -compliments to the chef- with beautiful presentation, they had hospitable hosts, & a wide wine list! I recommend to everyone! If do you go, be sure to ask for Roberto as your server - Roberto had excellent service, recommendations, and made our night dining out just that more memorable! Thank you :)

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    Girleatstravelslaughs

    San Diego

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This is a sweet little gem; we enjoyed truffle burrata and the short rib with polenta. We did a wine tasting and loved all three.

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    MarioD

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 18, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    Really cute (outdoor covered patio with fans and heaters) and the food (panini was practically perfect) and service was great (owner super attentive and great conversationalist). Can’t wait for them to expand the menu and interior. We’ll be back regardless.

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    Deliciousdining

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great time with our friends. Roberto did an excellent job of navigating all our taste buds to the right wine selections. Enjoyed Zest’s shared dishes and had two pizza from next door too. Drink food fun and laughter.

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    OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had a great time. The service was great. Its a small intimate place. The wait staff and the chef came out to see us and talk with us. Love it

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19. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    This was a great place to meet for our book club. Our server was very friendly and accommodating, incredibly knowledgeable about the wines, made great recommendations and allowed us to taste the wine so we didn’t buy a bottle we didn’t enjoy. The place is inviting and friendly. We will definitely be back. Thanks for a wonderful time!

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    AnnMarie

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    First time here with a large friend group and was so impressed by all - food, wine, service and ambiance. Roberto was very accommodating to our wine questions and provided several quality choices...he is funny too! Our chef and server Alex is the sweetest! Just a little gem in Lemon Grove and looking forward to trying Giardino's next door.

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    FrancisF

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I'd been meaning to try Karina Kravalis' new place, Zest Wine Bistro, for a while - right next door to her amazing Giardino Neighborhood Cucina... and it did not disappoint. Wonderful selection of wine (by the glass or bottle) paired with great tapas plates. Lovely ambiance for a long, slow unwind and chat after a busy day... as it grows dark, the back patio ambiance grows ever more magical. Love it, and I'll be back!

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    Lulu

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 19, 2022

    overall5food3service5ambience5

    First time visiting Zest and we absolutely loved it. Great wine list. Service was phenomenal and cute patio. Only a small minor negative was that we wished there was more and/or different cheese on the charcuterie board. Otherwise, everything was great. We will definitely be back.

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    Wozi

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2022

    overall5food4service4ambience4

    Fun place for wine tasting and meeting new people.

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    FrankL

    San Diego

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    My family and friends so grateful to have a local gem to visit for enjoying a nice get together over tasty food, great wine and amazing service.

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    EmelynT

    San Diego

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The server was very friendly and attentive, the food was delicious, the option of ordering food fr Giardino’s was a plus and the overall experience was excellent. Looking forward to returning with different friends.

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26. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great selection of tapas and wine. Roberto’s recommendations were great and was not disappointed.

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    TimJ

    San Diego

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Very enjoyable evening. Very relaxing atmosphere.

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    OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    A group of us went for a birthday celebration. Ambiance was great! Knowledgeable and friendly staff. I’m excited to go back and try more options!

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29. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Small shareable plates great wine selection, environment is perfect. Food was delicious cant wait to go back.

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    ChristopherN

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Outstanding place to relax and get a great meal. Service is excellent and very friendly. Most highly recommend this place.

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31. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Delicious, creative, flavor-explosive plates! Freshest ingredients. Light and flavorful lemon cake dessert. Fun wine flights! Friendly, personable, knowledgable staff (Shannon and Marcos) and owner (Karina)! Great vibe, ambiance and music, too.

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32. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    So fresh and we really enjoyed our wine flights and tapas!

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33. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Devine. Everything is fresh, healthy and delicious. The staff is attentive, informative and really make you feel at home. Don't forget dessert here. Buon Appetito ❤️

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    Becky

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    The chef is amazing! We have a small charcuterie plate, an arugula salad and ahi tuna. Each of them were excellent. We also had two parfait desserts that were gluten and sugar free - wow they were so delicious! Highly recommended!

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    Happydiner

    San Diego

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3

    This was our first visit. Food and wine were very tasty. I did a flight, the others chose glasses. We had grilled octopus, shrimp tacos and a panini. Everyone was happy with their choice. We had a great evening!

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    JoannS

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience4

    First visit to Zest. Great patio area, very nice music. Roberto our waiter was extremely helpful on explaining everything to us. Maybe get more variety on food menu. Overall, very nice experience.

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    Karebear

    San Diego

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Such a gem. Great food and service. Everyone is so personable. Roberto/Andy is amazing and so knowledgeable in everything wine. Such a treat to go there. Katrina did an amazing job with the cozy space.

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