Wine Vault Bistro
Wine Vault and Bistro is one door south of Saffron, up three short levels of stairs. It opened in 2005, mainly as a wine shop, with tastings of wine and cheese. Has now expanded into regular winemaker dinners and chef’s tasting menus at amazing bargain prices for sumptuous quality. Local-sourced, seasonal delicacies; menus change constantly, with some à la carte dishes; mainly these are chef’s tasting dinners. Vast repertory of wines, including bargain finds, plus artisanal beers and ales.
NEED TO KNOW: Food easily earns four stars, but discomforts (noise, hard chairs, very slow service) detract from the experience. Reservations essential; most five-course weekend meals are sold out several days ahead. Premises up three short, well-banistered flights, with limited free parking behind Shakespeare Pub, and wheelchair access to back patio (with fireplace).
Additional Info
Restaurants details
| Cuisine | California Cuisine Contemporary Farm to Table Wine |
| Price range of entrées | $15 - $30 |
| Delivery | No |
| Outdoor seating | Yes |
| Party room | Yes |
| Reservations accepted | Yes |
| Kids menu | No |
| Occasional live music | No |
| Payment options | Accepts credit cards |