(858) 450-9557

9550 Waples Street, Suite 115
San Diego, California, 92121
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 Fine Dining

Intimate atmosphere, seasonal French menu, fine wines.

Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence 2021 Top 100 Restaurants 2022 Spectrum Award diners choice Best Overall

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Wine Shop

Why Buy Wine at The WineSellar?

 

  • Selection - Quality & Value
  • Service - Expert & Personal
  • Wine Tastings - Try it, Buy it
  • Wine Lockers - Wine Storage
  • Wine Clubs & Wine Gifts

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Hours

Wine Shop, Brasserie & Casual Side Hours

The Brasserie

Tuesday through Friday*
Lunch: 11:30am-2pm
Tuesday through Saturday
Dinner: 5pm-close

*on the days of our bi-monthly wine dinners, the Brasserie is not open for Lunch.

The Casual Side

Tuesday through Friday
Happy Hour 4pm-7pm

WineSellar Shop Hours

Tuesday through Saturday
10:00am - 8:00pm

WineSellar Locker Hours

Tuesday through Saturday
10:00am - 8:00pm

We’ll help you find a bottle you’ll really enjoy here at The WineSellar. Whether you’re new to wine or a studied oenophile, we can help you find the right bottle for tonight or one to put away in the cellar for the next decade or two.

We bring you hard-to-find “craft” wines from the domestic scene, as well as the classics from Bordeaux, Burgundy, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, and the other great wine regions in France.


We also seek out outstanding wines from around the world: Spain, Italy, Austria, German, Australia, Argentina and New Zealand, just to name a few great wine producing regions.

We hand select wines that possess special character and quality. We know that the best wine is not always the most expensive: you want a good value, and we aim to deliver. If you’re looking for something special, we also offer collector’s wines that have been off the market for years. We regularly buy from private collections and our own wine storage facility houses well over 200 individual collections.

WineSellar & Brasserie Story

Gary Parker, Chairman/CEO, is also the founder of The WineSellar & Brasserie.  Gary discovered the culinary arts while supporting his studies in Architecture and Art at San Diego Sate University.  He worked at the acclaimed Mon Ami and Mille Fleurs Restaurants, before joining Emissary Ltd., where he excelled in international wine sales.

In 1984 Gary helped open, and partnered in, the popular "926 Restaurant" in the Pacific Beach area of San Diego.  Gary also created a wine storage facility and a premium wine shop that was to become the developmental model for The WineSellar & Brasserie.  It was the first commercial wine storage facility to open in San Diego county.

In 1988, he and his wife Lori, opened The WineSellar & Brasserie. Gary pioneered the concept of combining a fine wine shop, a state of the art wine storage facility, in which he used his architecture skills, and a highly regarded French restaurant, The Brasserie, under one roof.  The restaurant's acclaimed cuisine and a wine list of 2,500 classic wines brought The WineSellar & Brasserie instant notoriety.  The wine list won Wine Spectator "Grand Award" (one of the 75 best wine lists in the world) in its first year, and has garnered the same award for 23 consecutive years.

In 1995 Laurel Restaurant & Bar was opened, San Diego's only Mobil 4 Star award-winning restaurant at that time. Rave reviews once again were bestowed upon the restaurant not only for the fine cuisine and award winning wine list, but also for the sleek decor. Laurel was sold in 2005 to concentrate on The WineSellar & Brasserie.

With an entrepreneurial spirit that is a tribute to the industry, Gary subsequently created The WineSellar Club(s), added on wine tours, which were started in 2001 and run by Lori Parker, and added The Casual Side Bar to the ground floor of The WineSellar.

Gary is recognized as a leading authority in fine wine, and is active as a spokesperson, Union Tribune column writer, appraiser, auctioneer, and panelist in the industry.

Wine Shop Wine List

Download our Wine List (PDF)

The designation "WS" next to a wine on the wine list indicates the wine is available only in the Wine Shop.
For a $10 corkage fee, customers may take a Wine Shop wine to their table.

Note: Availability and prices are subject to change. 

 

Wine Storage Lockers

Store Your Priceless Collection Where We Store Ours.

The WineSellar was the first commercial wine storage locker to open in San Diego.Originally opened in 1984 and later moving to our current, larger Sorrento Mesa facility in 1988, our lockers were constructed by owner, Gary Parker’s demanding specifications to create the very best wine storage design possible.Our lockers have complete ventilation around each locker and are built to withstand moderate earthquakes. With its state-of-the-art, three-story mezzanine system, storage temperature is kept at a consistent 57 degrees F with humidity levels maintained in the mid-sixties….the perfect environment for wine storage.

We offer lockers that hold 2, 4, 5, 8, 12, 15, 18, 28, 36, 50, 64, 88, 100, 140, 175, 500, and 1500 cases. Our prices are among the lowest, if not the lowest in San Diego with “community” lockers starting as low as $6.00 / case per month and “private” lockers accommodating your wine from two to hundreds of cases, rental rates start at $14.00 a month (billed quarterly).

Centrally located in Sorrento Mesa near the Golden Triangle, our facility offers easy access from all San Diego areas and provides safe and proper storage of wine collections for both individuals and businesses.

Why Store Your Collection at the WineSellar?

  • 10% off meals in The Brasserie for the member and a guest
  • 10% Off Retail Wine Purchases & All Wine Accessories
  • Exclusive Discounts and First Access for Monthly Wine Dinners for the member and a guest  
  • Your first corkage fee is FREE, from a bottle in your locker, upstairs in the Brasserie (Wine Spectator Grand and Best of Award Excellence Awards since 1989) & in The Casual Side informal bar and small-plate dining
  • Storage prices are among the lowest, if not the lowest, in San Diego
    • Community lockers starting at $6.00/case per month
    • Private lockers from two cases to hundreds, rental rates start at $14.00 a month (billed quarterly).
  • Open later man operated hours than most wine storage facilities in San Diego: (Mondays by appointment only 10am - 5pm). Tuesday through Saturday's 10am - 8pm. Closed Sunday, and most major holidays.
  • Lockers designed and constructed for maximum air flow and optimum circulation to maintain consistent temperature and humidity throughout the entire storage facility
  • Lockers uniquely designed and built to withstand earthquakes
  • No harmful fluorescent lighting that can damage wine
  • Service includes accepting & signing for your wine deliveries, and a temporary temperature controlled hold for them until you can get in to pick them up or put them away
  • Full-service wine shop with helpful, highly-educated wine staff to recommend wines that complement and complete your collection
  • Wine cellar inventory offered to renters, call for rates
  • Personal Concierge Wine Program*
  • Ask about our four WineSellar Wine Clubs, plus a custom wine club for those with special requests, featuring top domestic and international wines and one free wine club member tasting per month.

* Please ask Gary Parker, Owner, about our new, personalized Concierge Wine Program.

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The WineSellar Shop

Why Buy Wine at The WineSellar
Or…Just Say No to Same Old Supermarket Wine.

1. Selection: Quality and Value over Quantity.
The WineSellar offers only the best and most complete small production, high quality domestic and international wines. We don’t buy pallets of wine produced by the high-volume wine factories typical of supermarkets and wine warehouses. At The WineSellar, every wine is personally selected, tasted and evaluated by our expert sommeliers and professional wine staff before making it to our shelves. Our wines have received the prestigious Wine Spectator Grand and Excellence awards every year since 1989. So when you choose a wine at The WineSellar you can be sure that it is a wine you can trust for its exceptional quality and great value. Whether it’s a rare, hard-to-find wine from France or an everyday favorite from Napa, look no further than The WineSellar for all your wine. The WineSellar… quality wines you just won’t find in “aisle 14.” ( BUY ONLINE )

2. Service:  Expertise, Experience and Personal Attention.
At The WineSellar, we employ among the very best-educated sommeliers and experienced wine professionals in San Diego.All are trained professionals who understand wine regions, climates, grape varieties and how they each pair with food. In fact, you might consider our staff downright “geeky.” They eat, breathe and live wine and are always up-to-date on the latest vintages, producers and emerging trends. So when you step into The WineSellar, you will be greeted by someone who understands that choosing the right wine can be a daunting task. And by someone who will not only help you choose the perfect wine today, but also remember your preferences and help you choose the right wine, time and time again. It’s like having your own, personal sommelier.    

3. Tastings: Try It. Buy It.
At The WineSellar, we take the guesswork out of buying wine by making it easy for you to try many of the wines we sell before you buy. Our casual weekly and monthly tasting events offer a unique opportunity to sample a wide range of wine styles and grape varieties from the world’s most acclaimed wine regions. With our helpful expertise, you’ll broaden your knowledge and exposure to different style wines, assuring you that the wine you take home is one you’ll truly enjoy. Our regular wine tastings are great fun and held every Wednesday evening, our Club tastings are held 2 Saturday afternoons a month (club membership is not required to attend), in addition to twice -monthly wine dinners in The Brasserie and special tastings scheduled throughout the year. Can’t make it to a scheduled tasting? No problem. Our casual bar, connected to the upstairs Brasserie, offers more than 20 wines by the glass that are available by the bottle or case just a few steps away. Where else can you taste wines before you buy? We like to think of it as the ultimate test drive!

4. Clubs: If You Like The WineSellar… Join the Club.  
Gary Parker (WineSellar owner, wine expert and noted author) has been delighting hundreds of WineSellar Wine Club members since 1984 with personally-selected, hard-to-find domestic and international wines at prices 10-to-40% below retail. With three clubs to choose from ($40, $50-$60 and $80-$120), you’ll receive your exclusively, hand picked wine selections delivered each month to your door that will surely impress your favorite wine snob and turn any get together into a special affair. As a member, you’ll also receive additional discounts on all your wine at The WineSellar, plus discounts on all wine tastings, wine dinners and special events in The Brasserie.  So what’s not to like? ( JOIN THE CLUB )

5. Storage: Buy It. Take It. Or Store It.
We’ve been professionally storing wine for consumers, restaurants and companies since 1984. So whether it’s a vintage to preserve for your daughter’s wedding some day or simply a place to buy and store your collection, The WineSellar has a climate-controlled locker to suit any requirement from one case to 1500 cases, with prices for storage starting as little as $6 a month. Being the first commercial wine storage facility in San Diego says a lot about who we are. You can buy wine from a store with a wine aisle. Or you can buy from a store with a name that says it all… The WineSellar.

6. Gifts: Say It with Wine.  
At The WineSellar, you’ll find a complete array of gifts, wine accessories and handmade gift baskets for any occasion. Need to box and ship it? Just ask. We’ll be happy to add a gift card to your package and send it on its way for you. Not sure about their tastes? Gift certificates for lunch or dinner in The Brasserie or for wine in the shop are also available. Gift Certificates are a great gift and easy to give and send.  Come in or call us and we can send the gift to anywhere in the world! Next time, make it special. Say it with wine from The WineSellar!   ( BUY A GIFT CARD )

 

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Upcoming Events

WineSellar Events
Sat, May 4th - 11:00am - 1:30pm - May the 4th Be With You Brasserie Brunch

We are back with another Brasserie Brunch! Join us for a Star Wars inspired Brunch on the 4th Of May! There will be food specials and Blue Milk too!
$55 – 3 Courses / Or A La Carte -- SEE MENU

WineSellar Events
Wed, May 8th - 4:00pm - 7:00pm - Wine Tasting: Brunch Wines

Celebrating Mother’s Day this weekend? Try our pics for Brunch wines or gifts for that special lady in your life!
$15 per person / $10 Club Member

WineSellar Events
Sat, May 11th - 12:00pm - 3:00pm - May Club Tasting* Round One

Are you in the club? If not, discover what you have been missing as we share this month’s selections from three of our exclusive clubs!
Reservations required! $15 per person.
Club Members taste for free

Special Events
Sat, May 11th - 5:00pm - 9:00pm - Mother’s Day Eve in The Brasserie

Reservations begin at 5pm
Treat Mom to a delicious dinner in The Brasserie! We will be offering our classic menu and Chef will be offering a few specials! Call for Reservations!

WineSellar Events
Wed, May 15th - 4:00pm - 7:00pm - Wine Tasting: Rare Italian Varietals

Italy has over 350 varietals, come try 4 that are unique and might be new to you!
$15 per person / $10 Club Member

WineSellar Events
Sat, May 18th - 6:00pm - 9:00pm - Laird Family Estate Wine Dinner

A WineSellar & Brasserie favorite…we are excited for this Napa Valley legend! Join us for a night of classic California wine and cuisine!
TBA
Join us early: Bar opens for pre dinner service at 5pm before wine dinners.

WineSellar Events
Wed, May 22nd - 4:00pm - 7:00pm - Wine Tasting: Clink Different European Wines

The Clink Different Tastings are back…explore wines from Bordeaux and Germany with us and get some fun swag!
$15 per person / $10 Club Member

WineSellar Events
Sat, May 25th - 12:00pm - 3:00pm - May Club Tasting* Round Two

Are you in the club? If not, discover what you have been missing as we share this month’s selections from three of our exclusive clubs!
Reservations required! $15 per person.
Club Members taste for free!

WineSellar Events
Wed, May 29th - 4:00pm - 7:00pm - Wine Tasting: Shakespeare in the Vine

Many of Shakespeare’s plays were set in / near world renowned wine countries! Come taste poetry in the bottle from Italy, to Greece to France!
$15 per person / $10 Club Member

WineSellar Events
Sat, Jun 1st - 6:00pm - 9:00pm - Hartford Court Dinner
WineSellar Events
Wed, Jun 5th - 4:00pm - 7:00pm - Wine Wednesday @ The Casual Side

The WineSellar sommeliers choose an exciting and different lineup, each week, for our popular Wednesday Night wine tastings! Come and join us to taste, learn, and enjoy a fun evening!
$15 per person, $10 Club members.

WineSellar Events
Sat, Jun 8th - 12:00pm - 3:00pm - Club Tasting Lunch @ The Casual Side

Are you in the club? If not, discover what you have been missing as we share this month’s selections from three exclusive clubs! 

Reservations Required!

Winesellar Events

We hope you will be able to join us at our tasty upcoming events!

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Private Parties

Private Parties and Meetings from 15 to 150 guests.

Private Parties Meetings


Wine Storage Lockers

San Diego's finest and most trusted wine storage locker facility.

Wine Lockers Private Storage


Wine Clubs

Pay 10% to 40% less on our monthly WINE CLUB selections.

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Wine Tours

Join the WineSellar as we tour the world in search of unique wine selections.

Upcoming Tours


In the News

OpenTable diners named The Winesellar & Brasserie one of the Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2019! One of only two restaurants chosen in San Diego.

Winners of The Wine Spectator Grand Award of Excellence and Best of Award of Excellence for over 30 years.

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