Bodega Wine Bar was started by a couple of friends who realized there weren’t enough casual places to grab a glass of wine and share a plate of food. With an inviting ambiance, consistently great music, and a casual approach to drinking wine, these friends envisioned a wine bar that inspires patrons to sit back and relax as if they were in a good friend’s living room. Bodega’s casual yet sophisticated environment and unmatched selection of affordable, high quality wines grace locations in Pasadena, Santa Monica, and, most recently, Hollywood.

Bodega’s staff understand that you don’t have to be a wine connoisseur to appreciate great wine. The staff encourages you to be your own judge by trying different varieties from among the artistically displayed bottles. Most wines are priced the same at $9 per glass, giving everyone from the recent college graduate to the Hollywood elite an equal opportunity to enjoy some of the best wines in production or just try something new.

Unwind with coworkers after a long day, or spice up your Friday night dinner-and-a-movie routine. Whichever location you choose, a fabulous glass of wine (or two or three) await you, along with an array of delicious appetizers. Sit back and relax on a low couch or ask the bartender for a recommendation. Just remember to trust your own taste—if you’re at Bodega, your taste is probably pretty reliable.

3.5 stars and 798 reviews on Yelp

“I am now a huge fan! Great place to meet up with friends after work, or for a happy hour with co-workers, if you're looking for something a little more sophisticated and upscale.” - Yelp Reviewer Bridget P., Santa Monica, CA, 6/8/2010
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“It's hard not to find a good wine here, their selection is great and constantly changing, and the vibe is definitely young and vibrant. The food is REALLY good too” - Yelp Reviewer Mr. M., Glendale, CA, 4/25/2010
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“The eclectic menu outlines flavor notes like earthy plum, chocolate or blackberry, and all glasses are equally priced so dollar signs don't intimidate any uniformed drinkers.” - Citysearch Reviewer Alison Kramer., Los Angeles, CA
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