California Wine Merchant

"An impressive California-centric wine list and a friendly welcome ensure this rather small wine bar punches well above its weight. The combination wine store and wine bar has been a Marina fixture since 1974, and handmade redwood shelves display wine bottles from floor to ceiling. They’re pouring in elegant Reidel glassware seven nights a week." - Lauren Saria, Eater Staff

"Peter Palmer, a staffer at California Wine Merchant (yet another Chestnut Street wine bar) tells ABC 7 that Friday 'was definitely the busiest I’ve seen on Chestnut Street,' perhaps because 'people are champing at the bit, and knowing Monday a lot of places are going to be opening.'" - Eve Batey

"California Wine Merchant doesn’t serve any food, which means you may end up with a hangover after a night here. But you’ll also definitely have a good time. Come with a friend, grab a seat by the window, and do some people-watching while you drink." - Taylor Abrams