Scopo Divino

"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

"This place in Lower Pacific Heights has red walls and deep-cushioned chairs that make it feel more like a cigar bar or a hidden room in House of Prime Rib. Aside from the comfortable seats, what makes Scopo Divino so great is the live band that they somehow fit in here six nights a week. And even though the band takes up roughly 10% of the available space, somehow the music is never so loud that you can’t hear the people around you. It’s a great last stop of the night when you’d rather drink a glass of cab franc then go somewhere that requires taking tequila shots to catch up with the rest of the bar." - julia chen 1, ricky rodriguez, lani conway, will kamensky

"The Deal: $50 for 90 minutes for bottomless drinks and food. The wine bar in Pacific Heights looks like a cozy cigar bar thanks to red walls and deep-cushioned chairs. And aside from the comfortable seats, this place also has live music and serves bottomless brunch featuring mimosas, Bloody Marys, screwdrivers, and, of course, brunch food like chicken and waffles, fried catfish benedicts, and crawfish mac and cheese. And the best part: Scopo Divino takes brunch reservations, so you can plan your weekend morning with confidence." - ricky rodriguez, julia chen 1, lani conway

"Scopo Divino, which is offering a Champagne and fried chicken takeout meal that can feed two to four people." - Dianne de Guzman

"Scopo Divino looks like an old-timey living room, and one where you wouldn’t be out of place smoking a cigar while thinking deep thoughts about taxidermy. There isn’t actually any taxidermy here, but rather cushy upholstered armchairs, ornate tin ceiling tiles, and world maps all over. We gravitate to this cozy Lower Pacific Heights wine bar whenever we want to drink some French and Italian wine—available by the glass, flight, or bottle—crack into some vanilla crème brûlée, and listen to live jazz with someone we like. If you get hungry for an actual meal, they have solid food options, like a double patty smashburger with curly fries, and duck sliders sweetened with a swath of orange marmalade. Though you can come here for a full dinner or bottomless brunch on weekends, we like to use this spot on a date as a first or last stop, or for lowkey nights out with friends. Food Rundown photo credit: Scopo Divino Bergey’s Burger This burger is stacked high with lettuce, tomato, onion, and two smash patties with caramelized edges. It’s not the most revolutionary burger you’ll ever have, but it always gets the job done. Duck Sliders The crispy duck cracklings are balanced with slightly sweet orange marmalade. The buns are a tad dry, but somehow we don’t mind. This is still a great shareable starter (two per order). Bourbon Vanilla Crème Brûlée Whether we’re here sipping on some cab franc and listening to music, or are in the neighborhood on the hunt for a post-dinner treat, the creamy, sugary dessert never disappoints." - Julia Chen