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9550 Waples Street, Suite 115
San Diego, California, 92121
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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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Why Buy Wine at The WineSellar?

 

  • Selection - Quality & Value
  • Service - Expert & Personal
  • Wine Tastings - Try it, Buy it
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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

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Serving Happy Hour Tuesday through Friday 4:00-6:00 pm.

The WineSellar & Brasserie has just completed building a wine and craft beer bar in the wine shop below the Brasserie Restaurant. We feature a casual.We call it "The Casual Side", as it is on the other side (and one floor below) The Brasserie.

In just getting started, we have 6 local beers on tap, and another couple dozen by the bottle. Those numbers will expand as we move forward. We also have excellent house wines, a full bar and great cocktails.

Our appetizer list is fun and extensive, and well priced. We are currently serving happy hour only, but it looks like we may have to extend those hours.

So far we have enjoyed great customer reviews. The food is well received, and it is a chance for people to come into our place in shorts and a t-shirt and get Brasserie quality food and excellent beers and wines.

Full Bar + Craft Beers

Join us for Happy Hour

Tuesday through Thursday 4-7PM, Friday 4-Close
$2 OFF Select items on the Tapas Menu
$1 OFF Select Cocktails, Draft Beers and Wines by the glass

Wine Tasting Wednesdays 4:00 to 7:00
Wine Tasting of 4 different wines every week, what’s better than that?! 
$15 per person, $10 Club members

Throwback Thursday
Join us and celebrate the classics! From 4-9pm we will be offering classically noted cocktails on the menu,
buy one get one 1/2 off! 

Martini Friday, All Night  4:00pm-9:00pm
Our bartender loves getting creative when making new drinks,
end your work week with a martini you have never tried! BOGO ½ Off

Wine Club Member Specials
FREE CLUB WINE FLIGHT
Choose one of our two Saturday Club Tasting Lunches a month to come in and get a free tasting of the wines for ALL three clubs, for one member and a guest.
$5 OFF All Other Wednesday Wine Flights (Discount applies to Member and 1 Guest)

ASK US HOW YOU CAN JOIN ANY OF OUR THREE, WORLD CLASS, MONTHLY WINE CLUBS, OR OUR BI-MONTHLY SPARKLING CLUB!

Beer on Tap

Ask your bartender for a list of today’s draft offerings! 
Bottles & cans frequently change. Please check the cooler for the newest selections!

Follow us on Instagram @winesellar or @thewinesellarclubs for upcoming tastings, wine dinner info, or just fun memes!

Casual Side Cocktails

Aperol Spritz 11
Aperol, Prosecco, Club Soda and Orange Garnish

Cosmo* 11
Vodka, Cointreau and Cranberry Juice

Effen Cucumber Martini* 12
Cucumber Vodka, Agave Nectar, Basil and Saint Germain Elder Flower Liqueur

D’Anjou* 11
Vodka, Pear Nectar and Little Rouge

Dirty Martin*+ 11
Vodka or Gin, Olive Juice, and Olives

Mark’s Vesper Martini 12
Gin, Vodka, Lillet Blanc

Gimlet* 11
Gin or Vodka, Roses Lime Juice, Fresh Lime

Aviation* 12
Gin, Lazardo Cherry Liqueur, Creme de Violette, Fresh Lemon Juice, Garnished with a Cherry

Chocolate Martini* 11
Vodka, Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, Chocolate Drizzle

Apple Martini*  11
Smirnoff Vodka, Sour Apple Pucker, Dash of Sours Mix

Hairy Kumar 12
Vodka, Baileys and Amaretto

Side Car*+ 12
Brandy, Triple Sec, Fresh Lemon Juice

Old Fashioned +12
Bourbon, Bitters, Sugar, Orange, Cherry

Joseph’s Perfect Manhattan+ 14
Bourbon, Sweet and Dry Vermouth,  Cherry Liqueur

Negroni+  12
Campari, Gin, Carpano Antica Sweet Vermouth, and Garnished with a slice of Orange on the Rocks

Mojito 12
White Rum, Mint, Sugar, Fresh Lime, Soda water

Traditional Daiquiri*+ 11
White Rum, Fresh Lime juice, Simple Syrup

Peach Bourbon Arnold Palmer 11
Bourbon, Peach Schnapps, Iced Tea, and Lemonade

Local’s Only Mule 11
Vodka, Mint, Lime, Ginger Beer, and Agave Nectar

Rob Roy*+ 12 
Johnny Walker Red, Angostura Bitters, and Sweet & Dry Vermouth

Tropical Breeze Margarita 11
Tequila, Blue Curacao, Pineapple Juice, Margarita Mix

Margarita 11
Tequila, Triple sec, Margarita Mix

Kurts Heavy-Handed Margarita 13
Tequilla, Contreau, Margarita Mix, and Lime

Smokey Margarita 13
Del Maguey Vida Mezcal, Triple Sec, Margarita Mix

Part of Martini Friday Promo
+ Part of Throwback Thursday Promo

 The Wines    

Check in at the bar for a list of our ever-rotating stock of 20 different wines by the glass!

 All our wines are available for purchase in the wine shop. Bottles opened onsite will incur a $15 corkage.

The Casual Side

Happy Hour Tuesday - Thursday 4-7pm; Friday All Night

$2 OFF Select items on the Tapas Menu
$1 OFF All Cocktails, Draft Beers and Wines by the glass

Wine Tasting Wednesdays 5:00 to 7:00 pm
W
ine Tasting of 4 different wines every week, what’s better than that?! 
$15 per person, $10 Club members

Martini Friday, All Night, 4:00pm-9:00pm
Our bartender loves getting creative when making new drinks, 
end your work week with a martini you have never tried! BOGO ½ Off

 
The WineSellar & Brasserie has a full bar upstairs, adjacent to the Brasserie. The Casual Side offers a fun and relaxed atmosphere, all while maintaining the exceptional standards of the Brasserie.

Along with our 25+ wines available by the glass and extensive bottle selection, we are proud to offer a rotating selection of six handcrafted draft beers, as well as over 20 bottled beer selections.

Not into beer or wine? Our fully stocked bar and talented bartenders are at your service to create delicious and refreshing craft cocktails. 

The Casual Side offers guests a fantastic Happy Hour Tuesday through Thursday 4-7pm and all night on Friday. Join us every Wednesday from 4:00 to 7:00 for Wine Tasting in this casual setting. It’s a great opportunity to sample a variety of wines and discover a new favorite or two.

Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to keep updated with all the latest events and information!

Casual Side Bar Menu

Join us for Happy Hour

Tuesday through Thursday 4-7PM, Friday 4-Close
$2 OFF Select items on the Tapas Menu
$1 OFF Select Cocktails, Draft Beers and Wines by the glass

Wine Tasting Wednesdays 4:00 to 7:00
Wine Tasting of 4 different wines every week, what’s better than that?! 
$15 per person, $10 Club members

Throwback Thursday
Join us and celebrate the classics! From 4-9pm we will be offering classically noted cocktails on the menu,
buy one get one 1/2 off! 

Martini Friday, All Night  4:00pm-9:00pm
Our bartender loves getting creative when making new drinks,
end your work week with a martini you have never tried! BOGO ½ Off

Wine Club Member Specials
FREE CLUB WINE FLIGHT
Choose one of our two Saturday Club Tasting Lunches a month to come in and get a free tasting of the wines for ALL three clubs, for one member and a guest.
$5 OFF All Other Wednesday Wine Flights (Discount applies to Member and 1 Guest)

ASK US HOW YOU CAN JOIN ANY OF OUR THREE, WORLD CLASS, MONTHLY WINE CLUBS, OR OUR BI-MONTHLY SPARKLING CLUB!

TCS (The Casual Side) Menu

Appetizers

Marinated Olives (V, GF) 8 HH 6*
Greek Olive Mix, Balsamic and Herbs

Ahi Tuna Tartare 21 HH 19*
Ahi Tuna, Tarragon, Parsley, Cilantro Herb Mix, Shallots, Lemon Vinaigrette, Dijon Mustard, Crostini

Bacon Wrapped Dates 12 HH 10*
Dates stuffed with Goat Cheese, Bacon Wrapped, with Port Reduction Sauce

Burgundy Traditional Escargot 14 HH 12
Tarragon and Basil Compound Butter, Brioche, Pernod

Charred Broccolini (V, GF) 17 HH 15*
Roasted Garlic, Calabrian Chilis, Lemon Butter, Parmesan Cheese

Patatas Bravas 15 HH 13*
Duck Fat Confit Potatoes, Paprika Aioli, Micro Greens

Mushroom Toast (V) 15 HH 13*
Oyster, Shimeji, and Cremini Mushrooms, Sherry Cream Sauce, Thyme

Short Rib Sliders 13 HH 11*
Topped with Carmelized Onions, Horseradish Crème

Duck Rillettes 16 HH 14*
Truffle, Crostini

Prince Edward Island Mussels 15 HH 13*
PEI Mussels in a Smoked Tomato, Tarragon, White Wine Sauce, Served with Crostini

Flor de Jamaica Cured Salmon Carpaccio (GF) 16 HH 14*
Dill, Crème Fraiche, Pickled Onions, Capers

Artisanal Cheese Plate 20 HH 18* with Charcuterie Meats 32 HH 30*
Assortment of Artisanal Cheeses, Seasonal Fruit, Nuts

Brasserie Bread (V) 5 HH 3*
Freshly Baked White Bread, with Soft Butter

 

Soup & Salad

Soup du Jour 12 HH 10*
Server Will Provide Details

Seasonal Salad (V, GF) 14 HH 12*
Mixed Greens, Endive, Stilton Cheese, Candied Walnuts Sherry Vinaigrette
(add chicken $10, add salmon or shrimp + $13,
add white fish or scallops +$16, add flat iron steak +$18)

Lyonnaise Salad 14 HH 13*
Frisée, Bacon Lardon, 7 -Minute Egg, Croutons, Champagne Vinaigrette

Leg of Lamb Salad (GF) 22 HH 20*
Marinated Lamb, Feta, Sauteed Mushrooms, Red Onions, Warmed Spinach, Green Peppercorn Vinaigrette

Ahi Tuna Salad (GF) 24
Mixed Greens, Radish, Mandarin Orange, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, Ginger Dressing

 

 Entrees

Fish Du Jour
Server Will Provide Details

Pan Seared Diver Scallops (GF) 39
Seasonal Root Vegetables, Truffle Vinaigrette

Seared Chicken Breast 29
Skin on, Couscous, Mix Vegetables, Charred Broccolini, Rosemary Oil, Smoked Tomato Sauce

Duck 2 Ways (GF) 36
Confit and Roasted Breast, Braised Endive, Potato Pave, Madeira Sauce

6oz Beef Tenderloin (GF) 42
Green Peppercorn Sauce, Potato Puree, Roasted Swiss Chard, Mushrooms

8oz Dry Aged Ribeye (GF) 45
Stilton Butter, Bordelaise, Wild Mushrooms, Swiss Chard, Carrots, Potato Pave

Angus Beef Short Ribs 35
Turmeric Couscous, Mirepoix, Rosemary Gremolata

Blue Onion Burger 22
Stilton, Carmelized Onions, Bordelaise Sauce, Wild Mushrooms, served with fries

Rack of Lamb (GF) 49
Potato Pave, Charred Vegetables, Herb de Provence, Lamb Demi-Glaze

 

 

 V= Vegetarian  GF= Gluten-Free
Please note that we do not operate a GF kitchen. Please notify your server in advance of any food allergies.

Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Menu subject to change.

Take Out Menu

Please call to place orders between 10am-7pm Tuesday-Saturday.

When placing the order, if you let us know the approximate time of pickup, with a 5 minute heads up, we can have your items waiting curbside for you to ensure social distancing protocols are maintained.

NOTE: We feel it is difficult to make take out food that can be heated and then consumed 15-30 minutes after picking it up. To keep our food quality to The WineSellar & Brasserie standards, our take-out selections may be purchased "Ready To Eat' or given at least a 2 hour notice before pickup, can be assembled to be easily prepared in your home or office. Many of the items are packaged to be preserved for serving at a time of your convenience, along with simple instructions.


Take-Out Menu

Appetizers

Watch Gary demonstrate how to assemble our Ahi Tuna Tartare at home!Ahi Tuna Tartare  18
A classic Brasserie recipe, invented in 1988; Ahi Tuna, French Herb Mix, Sundried Tomatoes, Capers, Onion, Lemon Vinaigrette, Served with Crostinis

Artisanal Cheese & Salumi Plate  28
Assortment of Artisanal Cheeses & Salumi, House-Made Pate’, Seasonal Fruit, Nuts, Crostini

Traditional Burgundy Escargot  10
Garlic & Parsley, Compound Butter, Pernod  

Brasserie Dinner Bread, Batard Loaf  4

 

Soup & Salad

Butternut Squash (GF) 11
Truffle Oil Chantilly, Wild Mushrooms

Pear Salad (V, GF) 12
Mixed Greens, Endive, Stilton, Candied Walnuts, Sherry Vinaigrette

 

Entrees

Fish Du Jour
Server Will Provide Details

Diver Scallops 39 GF
Tomato Ragout, Fennel, Lobster, Potato Puree

Chicken Picatta 28 GF
Potato Puree, Grilled Zucchini, Haricot Verts, Carrots, Lemon Caper Sauce

Duck Two Ways 37 GF
Confit & Roasted Breast, Roasted Turnips, Swiss Chard, Yam Puree, Balsamic Orange Reduction

Australian Rack of Lamb 39 GF
Spinach, Porcini Mushrooms, Raisins, Potato Puree

Dry Aged Ribeye 39 GF
Stilton Butter, Bordelaise, Wild Mushrooms, Potato Gratin

Angus Beef Shortribs 35 GF
Wild Mushrooms, Spinach, Steamed Broccoli, Stilton Mash Potatoes

 

Dessert

Chocolate Brownie 8
with Caramel Sauce

Blood Orange Panna Cotta 8

 


NOTE: We feel it is impossible/difficult to make take out food that can be heated and then consumed 15-30 minutes after picking it up. To keep our food quality to The WineSellar & Brasserie standards, our take-out selections are designed to be easily prepared in your home or office. Many of the items are packaged to be preserved for serving at a time of your convenience, along with simple instructions.

Please call to place orders between 10am-7pm Monday-Saturday.
When placing the order, if you let us know the approximate time of pickup, with a 5 minute heads up, we can have your items waiting curbside for you to ensure social distancing protocols are maintained.

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.

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Wine Storage Lockers

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

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Wine Clubs

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

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Wine Tours

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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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