Solano Cellars
Type: Bar
10Best Says
Is it a shop or a bar? Actually it's both. The shop downstairs stocks a selection of California and International wines, in all price ranges. Art Deco posters adorn wood paneled walls, while cool jazz... Read More
Is it a shop or a bar? Actually it's both. The shop downstairs stocks a selection of California and International wines, in all price ranges. Art Deco posters adorn wood paneled walls, while cool jazz wafts from strategically placed speakers, creating a warm and upscale ambience. The bar upstairs offers frequent tastings and special wine dinners, and serves dinner Wednesday through Saturday. Menu picks might include flank steak with wild mushrooms, roasted prawns with cherry tomatoes, olives and rosemary, and artisan cheese platters. Dinner reservations suggested. Solano Cellars is the perfect place to kick off your Berkeley night with a nice glass of wine and a fine nibble.
Hours:
- Store: Mon-Wed 11am-8pm; Thu-Sat 11am-9pm; Sun Noon-6pm
- Wine Bar: Mon-Wed 4pm-8pm; Thu-Fri 4pm-9pm; Sat 2pm-9pm; Sun Noon-6pm
Admissions:
- No cover charge
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Tom Molanphy
San Francisco Local Expert
- Berkeley's Best Bars: "Pair your wine with Boquerones (white anchovies) with aged cheese shavings and extra virgin olive oil."
- Best for Berkeley's Best Bars Because: Solano Cellars is like a sweet neighborhood home that is open to the public for wine and cheese.
