"At Scopo Divino, you wouldn’t be out of place with a cigar or a curlicued mustache—the old-timey wine bar feels like the library from “Clue.” The Lower Pacific Heights spot focuses on mostly French and Italian wines, which go down smoothly with a side of live jazz (there are bands and musicians most nights). The chairs and bar stools here have real backs, so you can come here with anyone who needs extra lumbar support while they swirl around some sauvignon blanc. Or just sink into a couch with a date and discuss jazz licks over thick vanilla crème brûlée." - julia chen 1, patrick wong, lani conway