The Rose Wine Bar

"With its aging wood floors, trestled ceiling, and vintage glass front arching toward the sky, The Rose exudes both charm and romance. This beloved San Diego wine bar is known for its stellar collection of natural wines, but its zero-proof offerings shine just as bright. Crafted with Lyre’s alcohol-free spirits, the Rosso Collins blends strawberry, citrus, and orgeat for a refreshing twist, while the Not an Aperol Spritz delivers the perfect bittersweet balance with an Amalfi bitters cordial." - Kelly Bone

"Long before natural wine became the hottest bar beverage, the Rose’s co-founder Chelsea Coleman was already pouring it at the Rose in South Park. Since opening nearly 15 years ago, the bar’s bottle selection has only grown, now offering something sure to please any discerning palate. While some bars lean into the dark and sultry, the Rose takes advantage of San Diego’s oft-sunny weather in a building that features exposed wood beams overhead. For nights when wine isn’t on the docket, the Rose offers cocktails and zero-proof options. Split a bottle and some olives while navigating the red flags of modern-day dating." - Helen I. Hwang, Eater Staff

"While it’s home to one of the best collections of natural wines in San Diego, The Rose also offers excellent zero-proof drinks. Using Lyre’s alcohol-free spirits, the wine bar mixes up a Rosso Collins featuring strawberry, citrus, and orgeat and the Not an Aperol Spritz made with an Amalfi bitters cordial." - Kelly Bone

"One of the temples to natural wine in San Diego, South Park’s The Rose Wine Bar is a mainstay in the neighborhood and a go-to for wine enthusiasts and gourmands alike. Locals spring for their lively wine club as well as their popular salad pie and empanadas. It is also possible to buy wine to take home." - Jackie Bryant

"The Rose is a quaint, fresh wine bar well-suited for the veteran wine connoisseur and uninitiated millennial alike. Once you've finished admiring the clean colors, repurposed wood, and open ceiling design, park yourself at the bar or table and choose from a wide selection of wines from popular wine-growing regions from around the world. If you're staying for awhile, grab some food from their restaurant and spend the afternoon playing board games. Rosé all day!" - Visceral