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The WineSellar & Brasserie, San Diego, CA

The WineSellar & Brasserie

4.9
4.9
993 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
22:00
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
Established in 1988, The WineSellar & Brasserie is San Diego's premiere destination for fine wine and exquisitely crafted locally sourced, organic fare.

Consistently ranked among OpenTable's Top 10 local restaurants, The Brasserie has been honored with either Wine Spectator's "Grand Award" and "Best Of Award Of Excellence" every year since our inception.

With your meal, enjoy a bottle from the adjoining WineSellar boutique wine shop or choose a wine from our award-winning list. Either way, you’ll find an outstanding selection of unique small-production wines not found anywhere else. Not in the mood for wine? Choose from our rotating list of craft beers or seasonally available craft cocktails.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, American, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30–14:00 Happy Hour Tue–Fri 16:00–19:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–20:45
  • Phone number
    (858) 450-9557
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Oscar Bautista
  • Catering
    The WineSellar & Brasserie provides excellent meeting and party facilities for groups up to 60 people and can cater to your special guests. The Brasserie also has a private dining room which is perfect for meetings or get togethers for 6-12 people. A high-definition television monitor is available for your presentations. sarah@winesellar.com
  • Private party facilities
    The WineSellar & Brasserie offers an intimate dining experience, a privately sectioned off area for a private party of up to 10, or the Casual Side Bar area for Happy Hour parties. Contact Sarah@winesellar.com for details and availability.
  • Area
    Sorrento Mesa
  • Cross Street
    Steadman St.
  • Parking details
    Plenty of free parking. <br />
  • Public transit
    Mira Mesa Blvd and Pacific Heights Blvd
  • Entertainment
    Not at this time.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Thanksgiving Eve Dinner

    US$71.71 per person

    27 Nov 2024 only
    Join us for a delightful pre-Thanksgiving dinner! (Regular dinner menu not available this evening) Savor a mix of traditional and gourmet dishes, from escargot and tuna tartare to flat iron steak, turkey breast, and rack of lamb. Enjoy a relaxing evening with exquisite cuisine and fine wines, setting the perfect tone for your Thanksgiving celebrations. Reserve your table now for an unforgettable dining experience! Enjoy this pre-fixe menu with optional upgrades.
  • Post Turkey Day Fest!

    US$71.71 per person

    30 Nov 2024 only
    Join us for a delightful post-Thanksgiving dinner! (Regular dinner menu not available this evening) Savor a mix of traditional and gourmet dishes, from escargot and tuna tartare to flat iron steak, turkey breast, and rack of lamb. Enjoy a relaxing evening with exquisite cuisine and fine wines, setting the perfect tone for your Thanksgiving celebrations. Reserve your table now for an unforgettable dining experience! Enjoy this pre-fixe menu with optional upgrades.

What 993 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 5Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Best Overall

  • San Diego

    Best Food

  • San Diego

    Best Service

  • San Diego

    Great for fine wines

  • San Diego

    French

  • San Diego

    Best Overall

  • San Diego

    Best Food

  • San Diego

    Best Service

  • San Diego

    Best Value

  • San Diego

    Great for fine wines

  • San Diego

    French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The WineSellar & Brasserie is a "hidden gem" in San Diego offering exquisite French-style cuisine paired with an "exceptional" wine selection. Guests rave about its "awesome" fish dishes, "outstanding" service, and perfect ambiance for special occasions. Whether dining casually or celebrating, this venue promises a memorable experience.

993 Reviews
  1. Ellen

    San Diego

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We haves dined many times at the Brasserie. The food is delicious and creative. Oscar is an amazing chef. Service is always top notch, friendly and professional. We will keep going back.

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  2. Diane

    San Diego

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an absolutely wonderful lunch at Wine Sellar today; perfect in every way. Even the green salad was spectacular! My salmon was the best I've had recently, if not ever. Super crispy crust on top and beautifully flavored. Even the blanched or poached baby radishes were fabulous! My husband's duck confit was also excellent. The service here is always experienced and pleasant. This is truly a special place for lunch or dinner.

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  3. John

    San Diego

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I always enjoy returning for lunch. The food is terrific and the service is always spot on.

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  4. Adrian

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cool spot located upstairs from a wine store. Food and service were 5 star.

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  5. Eli

    Palm Springs

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our sever, Leslie, was outstanding! She was welcoming, knowledgeable about the menu, and made us feel so important. She is and amazing part of your team and the experience would not have been the same without her.

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  6. Michael

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and a very warm welcome everytime we share a meal with the Winesellar Team. Thank you!

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  7. Camila

    Hawaii

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 24 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Experience was excellent, the food was delicious and the service outstanding!

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  8. Wendy

    San Diego

    92 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    92 reviews

    Dined on 27 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure eating here. Everything was wonderful and service is outstanding.

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  9. Mike

    San Diego

    53 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on 26 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The scallops are exceptional. The service is excellent

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  10. deborah

    San Diego

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 20 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This lovely restaurant is my go to for celebrating a special occasion. Birthdays for friends is especially nice because the staff go out of their way to make sure the event is notable. Food, ambiance, and service are all outstanding.

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FAQs

The WineSellar & Brasserie offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 450-9557.

The WineSellar & Brasserie is rated 4.9 stars by 993 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
22:00
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The WineSellar & Brasserie

9550 Waples Street, Suite 115, San Diego, CA 92121

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Steadman St.
  • Area
    Sorrento Mesa
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30–14:00 Happy Hour Tue–Fri 16:00–19:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–20:45
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Plenty of free parking. <br />
  • Public transit
    Mira Mesa Blvd and Pacific Heights Blvd
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Oscar Bautista
  • Entertainment
    Not at this time.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (858) 450-9557
  • Catering
    The WineSellar &amp; Brasserie provides excellent meeting and party facilities for groups up to 60 people and can cater to your special guests. The Brasserie also has a private dining room which is perfect for meetings or get togethers for 6-12 people. A high-definition television monitor is available for your presentations. sarah@winesellar.com
  • Private party facilities
    The WineSellar & Brasserie offers an intimate dining experience, a privately sectioned off area for a private party of up to 10, or the Casual Side Bar area for Happy Hour parties. Contact Sarah@winesellar.com for details and availability.
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