Walking Distance to my new apartment, which is nice. Small and very cozy, relaxing and its right next to the Art Theater which was even better. You can enjoy your wine and cheese before or after a movie. Def a good spot for date night.
I love the cheese and honey combo also...very unique! Certainly a must try wine bar if you haven't already !
In some way, I don't want to write this review as it could mean more people showing up, but to be fair to the owner, I must. Â We have only been to Art Du Vin twice. Â But, both times were fabulous. Â The owner Stephanie personally waited on us the first night, and poured us a flight of red. Â I do remember one of them coming from one of her friend,s wineries up north, and while there last weekend, it was gone. Â Should've bought that! Â Last weekend we hung out there with friends and were able to get one of the tables out front having arrived fairly early. Â Byron waited on us and was not only skilled as a pourer, he was very kind and waited with ease on a very large gathering of customers. Â We really likes one of the cabs especially. Â For the very reasonable wine flight and generous pours, coupled with a great people-watching location, we can't say enough how much we enjoy this place. Â So happy that it's in our back yard!
Review Source:Such a fabulous place- laid back, great owner (Oops! I forgot her name) pouring and explaining the wine in an unpretentious way. Â Always interesting people in there so you never feel alone. Â And I was told you can get a bottle and take it into the Art Theater next door. Â It doesn't get more awesome than that!!! Â Cheers!!!
Review Source:Really laid back and relaxing. Not only do they have wine but also beer. I still have to try the whiskey barrel brewed beer, it sound awesome!
Grab some movie tickets next door, then come back to the wine bar to relax and enjoy some good selections of wine.
I'm a local boy from the 562 so I guess we are just really friendly and talk to anyone. If this is how you are, then check this place out and make some new friends.
I don't know much about wine but this place makes your feel comfortable and explain the whole wine selection process.
I stopped by on a Saturday night, around 7pm, and the parking was okay, the venue was busy but not crowded. Both my date and I enjoyed the movie theater next door, and the wine bar!
Highly recommended
I see others have already beat me to the punch in claiming that this is the best wine bar in LB. That is no exaggeration. My girlfriend and I have been to almost all of the wine bars in Long Beach and this is the only one that we have gone back to not once, not twice, but numerous times.
The wines are great and so are the cheeses and charcuterie, but what really stands out is the service. The bartenders are always extremely friendly and are very knowledgeable about every single thing on the menu.
This atmosphere is very nice as well. It is a very welcoming and unintimidating place that is neither too fancy or too casual. Great place to go with a few friends or a date.
If you haven't checked this place out, do so! You won't be disappointed.
Best wine bar in Long Beach (and I've been to them all)!
Cozy & cute environment.
Amazing staff.
Indoor and Outdoor seating.
Great selection of beer, wine and cheese.
Date Night - Start with beer and cheese at Art Du Vin. Finish the night with a bottle of wine and movie at the Art Theater!
Drink wine here. Hard to find cheeses, and exquisite wines that wouldn't normally be on your radar. There's always something fabulous to discover here, whether you're a seasoned expert or just looking for a simple "glass of red". Everybody here is friendly, and always willing to share / talk about / turn you on to new things.
Five stars. Six, if I could!
I might be a little biased, but even if I wasn't (full disclosure) dating the owner I think I'd be here just as often - maybe more. Unlike most wine bars I've been to, this one has the cozy, neighborly thing going in spades - lots of regulars, while not being cliquish or exclusive, makes for a fun time every night with a very inviting crowd. Â When things are a little quiet there's a nice collection of card, trivia and board games, and the owner is a champ at most of them.
Oh, and the wines, cheeses and meats are always great, and no one there will make you feel a fool for not being an expert - tastings are fun, and they'll go to lengths to find out just what you like even if you can't describe it.
Plus, you can get a bottle and take it into the Art Theater next door - how cool is that?
Where everybody knows your name... Every time I go to this place, that's the vibe, and even if you're not a regular, you feel welcomed. Â
This is quite possibly my favorite place in Long Beach. It's tiny and friendly, has high quality wine and food, and a good location and charming decor -- I wish I had thought of it first. It's genius.
When I was less than 21 I would hang out in coffee shops and now that I'm greater than 21, Art du Vin fulfills the same thing for me. You will often see people reading books by candlelight, or playing cribbage.
I love the variety. There is very rarely the same wine when you go back. It is never things you can find in the store. Â I hate going to restaurants and paying $8 for something that is $9 for the bottle in the store. Â This never happens here.
The cheese and meat is also amazing! Always different kinds that the owner thinks we would like. Â It is served with fresh bread, and the BEST honey ever. Â We buy this honey from them and take it home.
The staff is always friendly and accommodating. Pretty much the best ever.
It's hard not to give this place 5 stars. The owner is awesome, knows her wines, is hospitable, and cares about her customers. The atmosphere is nice with a small inside area but also a patio. The wine selection is decent and the prices are competitive. It's just a great spot to grab a glass of wine.
Review Source:Some of the best things are tiny. Dollhouses, tapas, pygmy animals, and of course Art Du Vin.
I love this place. Stephanie (the owner) has some of the best wines and beers around and the cheese plates are to DIE for.
What else? She plays some killer vinyl, she is so freaking nice and charming, and the little patio is oh so darling.
Great local gathering spot and right next to the oh-so-lovely Art Theater.
This is an absolute gem nestled amongst the shops and eateries on 4th st. My first time visiting, I was a little surprised how small it was inside, but there was a nice little patio out in front. Stephanie, the owner, was waiting behind the little bar ready to pour some wine. She was very friendly, extremely knowledgeable of all things wine, regions, and even glassware. After chatting with her for quite some time, I decided to have her create a flight for me and trust in her in depth knowledge. Each glass she poured for me was amazing oh and by the way she is very generous with each pour! I did notice that she was preparing a cheese and meat plate for some guests at the patio and her menu also includes some very interesting beers as well. So it isn't just a wine bar. What a great place to visit!
Review Source:Walked in and the place smelled like a pool.  They def. used to much chemical for the glasses!  I love to swim so I did not mind but if you are trying to enjoy the wine little too much in the sink.  The wine itself was pretty good and the owner offered a  cheese plate.  Be great to have more food but I understand the space does not allow. Â
The space is Small (cozy) so you can hear people's conversation.  What really disappointed me was the owner  & friend(customer, I think )started bashing other wine bars!  Shows no class, poor business, and if you have to put someone else down like that shows you have no sense of community,  I felt like an adult in a kids sand box.  I will spend my money at other places that are classy. Â
2.5 stars, If you don't mind the bashing part, otherwise good place to go.
Chuck
Found this little gem in long beach Cali. small wine bar, small plates, small stools, small door, very BIG on people. The owner Stephanie makes you feel like a local. Â Great little menu, all on a blackboard, rotation of different wines, this along with about 8 beers and a well balanced cheese and meat selection. Stephanie knows what she serves which speaks hugely of her passion for wine, cheese and meat. It is all prepared while you chat and soak up the place.
within pouring my first selection, she had me figured out and suggested different wines to suit me, she offered small tastes before I decided. this was a great touch. the other patrons were a mix of regulars and people off the street. I enjoyed a great conversation about Seattle, art, dogs, and red vs. white. P.S. long beach people get cold at 60 degrees, Midwesterners do not be alarmed :) just go with it.
During my visit a couple came in asking if she did flights, without missing a beat Stephanie created two flights for the guests and served them quickly with a smile on her face.
if you're looking for a trendy, party pick-up place type, or snobby wine bar please go elsewhere, if you want honest service and a knowledgeable owner, Great conversation, and awesome people, grab a stool and enjoy life at this place. this is the type of place where you can remember why life is worth living.
I'm told the wine selection is great; but, honestly, I don't drink much without bubbles here! What I do know is that the prosecco and champagne here are always great.
Stephanie, the owner, as well as her staff are always lovely. Everyone is friendly and welcoming - and they remember what you like. I enjoy their willingness to guide you toward something they know you will love without being pushy! There's a definite local feel without the unwelcome attitude. It's very laidback for a wine bar, and I appreciate the lack of pretense here.
Also: Always get cheese and hope for honeycomb!
My best friend and I did a local search for wine bars and this was one of the ones that popped up that was open later  on a Tuesday night (the others closed at 10p).
It's very tiny, but enough bar stools inside to maybe fit half a dozen people (I don't know why I don't just say "six"). But there is also patio seating with a heat lamp, that can also fit maybe 10 more people.
The girl at the counter seemed pretty nice. She gave us samples of anything we thought about ordering. Didn't like the first two we sampled (shirazz and a white - can't remember the name), but we ultimately decided on an Australian wine. For the life of me I can't remember what it was called. However, it was a delight! We paired it with a brie-like cheese (also can't remember what it was called). P.S. - Always makes sense to buy a bottle vs a glass.
Closing out took a little bit of a while - as they were taking down some paintings. Wasn't sure if she was doing it intentionally, as I did stand at the register twice.
Art Du Vin is the perfect neighborhood wine bar--even if you don't live in the neighborhood. Â What they may lack in square footage and numerous selection, they make up for it with friendly knowledgable staff and outstanding wines and cheeses.
It's quaint and attracts a lot of friendly locals. Â We've been to the bar on several occasions and are always impressed with just how friendly everyone is. Â Having great wine on hand must help, but be prepared to strike up a conversation with someone new.
Oh, and if you get the chance, ask Stephanie for a game of cribbage. Â There are few things nicer than enjoying great wine, tasty cheese, and a fun game of cards.
If I could live here I would.
We walk in right around 5 on a Saturday night and are greeted by a cheery woman who is trying to make a big candle out of her small candles. I run off to the restroom and come back to a Cab selection I'm told is "fucking amazing". It was and this is where I know the rest of the night will go amazingly.
We find out the lady with her candles is the owner of this establishment. She tells us about her wines, her business, and within (what seems like) an hour I feel like we're regulars at this wine bar.
She has us try her home-made hummus and tapenade and I'm blown away. But above the stellar wine selection and meat/cheese/homemade dips, it was the regulars that became the cherry on this awesome hot fudge sundae. In the beginning of our night, this big biker guy comes in, asks for a meat and cheese plate and accompanied it with a glass of wine. It broke all the stereotypes in whatever mold I had for a wine bar and/or biker dude and that is where my deep, deep love for Art Du Vin comes in.
Steph knows how to reach to her LB audience no matter who they are. I am coming back and am bringing everyone I know with me. Best. Damn. Wine Bar.
...Please don't make this place super busy because I love knowing I'll have a place to sit on a Saturday night. Please?
Judge this wine bar by its size, do you? Well, don't. It may have the square footage of a treehouse, but the carefully sourced wine selection makes up for any misgivings about the likelihood of finding something drinkable.
Wife and I spent half the evening here and were absolutely astounded. Sampled several different wines (Pinot, Cab Sauv, Cab Franc, Meritage, Zin, maybe something else, I was a little drunk at one point..) and all of them were top notch. And we have very picky (and expensive) tastes.
This isn't a wine snob bar. This is a wine bar for people who want to hang out and drink good wine. You won't find any name-brands or "hot list" wines. Just low-volume, drinking-friendly varietals.
These are, of course, great companions to the rotating cheese and charcuterie menu, and "Steph's Famous Hummus" which is completely deserving of the moniker -- I am a hummus aficionado, and hers is among the best I've had.
The charm in a good wine bar is not just about the quality of their picks, but their service and hospitality as well. And Stephanie delivered in spades. We immediately felt at ease, like we were hanging out at a friend's house for a drink. This sentiment was definitely not our own, either. Of the dozen or more others who came in while we were there, almost all were "regulars."
The best of all is that everything is priced at retail, not at restaurant, so your buck gets a lot of bang. Sure, $13 is a lot to pay for a glass of wine, but not when it's a $50 bottle of high-end Napa Cab.
This place is great, we are new regulars. End of story.
Not only is this very conveniently located near me, it's a fun place to hang out, meet new people and enjoy excellent wine and company! The patio has heaters if it's a bit chilly at night, which it was when we went on my birthday a couple of weeks ago with our doggy to enjoy a bottle of wine in celebration. When our bottle was finished, I received a complimentary glass of champagne (was told usually a bottle is popped to celebrate, but as it was a Monday night, there weren't quite enough people for that - which was fine with me, I was happy to receive such a delicious surprise!).
Stephanie was fun to chat with and was super sweet to our dog, which is extremely important to me because if we are going to go out for dinner or drinks, we always prefer to patronize businesses that are dog-friendly.
I had a wonderful birthday and our evening at the wine bar was certainly a highlight. Thanks!!!
What can I say? I have been a regular at this gem of an establishment for quite some time (years). I am not a connoisseur or anything, but I know what tastes good to the palette, and it doesn't break my wallet; reasonable considering the high quality.
I always feel welcomed regardless of what I may be wearing, the patrons are friendly, and the staff is top notch; Shauntelle, Damian and Julia are quite knowledgeable and friendly. The owner, Stephanie is warm, and witty. Â It is not rare to catch Stephanie playing cards, dominoes, or a board game with some of the patrons or regulars. The vibe in and around this place is one of community.
I love that I can come in by myself and know that I will always have a pleasant evening. I credit the wine with the inspiration its given me while I've worked on certain school projects ( I do this before the crowd comes in).I meet interesting people, have stimulating conversation, and enjoy some of the best wine selection in town hands down. The cheese and meat plates along with honey and bread are delish!
The potlucks every first Sunday are a hit and anyone can come and partake. The last one was a Bruschetta themed potluck...amazing.
I can go on and on about this place...but I won't. If you are in Long Beach and you enjoy fine wine, then this spot is a must for you.
OK, So, I've fallen in love with this little wine bar.
The prices are fair and the ambiance is cool.
Although its quite small, they have a bit of outdoor seating with barstools, tables and heat lamps. It is the ideal spot socializing and eating cheese before the real 4th street drinking begins.
The staff was also very informative, friendly and accommodating.
I will definitely be back soon!
I decided to give Art Du Vin a try one night with a good friend of mine after we'd given up on squishing into some of the bars on 4th street. We both love wine, and I'd been meaning to stop by sometime, so I thought we'd check it out.
The wine was great, and our bartender was friendly. She let us try different wines until we found one we liked, and was very hospitable. I can't say I've got any complaints about Art Du Vin, but it definitely doesn't have the same welcoming atmosphere that District Wine does.
The crowd that was in the wine bar when we walked in all seemed to know each other, and sort of kept to themselves for the most part, so it almost seemed a little click-ish. They appeared to already be good friends with the bartender too, so it was a little bit awkward at times for the two of us newbies. However, that was the only part of our experience that I felt was a little bit off. It's a very cute place, the hosts are friendly, and the wine is good. :)
I think I will have to go back again sometime to see if I have a different experience. It's always good to try something twice.
Well ya' know a place is good when you keep going back after giving it a bad review. I wont lie we would still rather go to District Wine, but we go in to see Damien the Bartender more than anything.
I had to update my review because it is no longer relevant.
I have noticed a different vibe at Art Du Vin. The owner seems to have chilled out and there is starting to be a little family vibe...very nice. I am forgiving as i can see the efforts to be inviting and friendly. Â I can respect that.
...so in short, "yay, im a fan"
Art Du Vin offers a kind of classiness without the arrogance you can find in a lot of wine bars. This hot spot has most definitely become one of my go-to places in Long Beach and I rave about it to my friends and any one visiting from out of town.
This is the perfect spot to catch up with old friends and make new ones since so many people keep coming back to enjoy the selection and the service. It's common that my gal and I will stop in for a glass of wine before a movie or after dinner to wind down. The newly added patio has just about double to space making more elbow room in their cozy location right next to the Art Theatre.
For the wine, the service and the overall experience Art Du Vin is definitely as good as it gets.
I have only been to this place one time before and that was after a movie...I was tired and ready to go home but my bud wanted to stop in for a glass of vino so I said yes. Â I wasn't that impressed perhaps because I just wasnt' feeling it that night but...
The second visit (the other night) was great! Â My oh my, the Sangria is delish!!! Â I heard angels singing when I took my first sip that's how good it is. Â I had to go back two days later to get another fix. Â The best part? Â They remember you and remember what you had! Â How effin fab is that? Â Yes, I do believe I have found my new favorite wine bar!
Saturday night we were poking around 4th st and we decided to stop in at Art du Vin. It's really a cool little spot. Â The gentlemen working that night Damien is a sweetheart, he's very knowledgeable... the man knows his wines. Â We had a great conversation with him he seems to know a lot about a wide variety of subjects which is always great.
Now onto the wine... since really that's the point of the review  ;)
I was looking for a good white wine since it was a warm evening.... of course the name Dionysus popped out at me. I was happy that it also happened to be a good white wine, it has passionfruit and tropical fruit aromas.  The boyfriend had  a red wine Tierra del Fuego also very good.
We got there a bit late, infact I think the place closes at 9pm, but Damien let us stay and have 2 glasses of wine and since we were unable to partake in the appetizers, he gave us a bit of bread with some really nice EVOO and vinegar.
I'm thinking we will make this one of our spots. After all "I promised I would drown myself in mystic heated wine..."
Such a great experience. Â Let me start with my reaction to the space itself. Â Intimate, and tastefully decorated with a clean, minimalist, yet warm demeanor. Â Beautiful art on the walls - Eon Burchman I think. Â And, the lighting is perfect. Â I don't think they could have done any better with the space they had.
As far as wine goes, I had the Tempranillo. Â It was dynamite. Â My girlfriend had the Cab, which she said was also very good. Â Based on the consistency in our experiences, I'm going to make a generalization and say that their entire wine selection is well picked and worthy of your senses.
Everyone that worked there was very warm and friendly. Â This quality in particular really completes the character of Art du Vin.
A limited snack menu would be a great addition. Â Although Kate P's review notes cheese and meats. Â So, maybe I just overlooked the snacks.
I can't wait to go back!!!
Hurray for Art du Vin. We really needed another nightspot on 4th besides Portfolio. The street was waaaay too quiet after 5pm, and a wine bar gives us an excuse to hang around before and after movies. I also like this place because it helps support the new Art Theatre, because lets face it, too many of our historical buildings and landmarks are being torn down in Long Beach (thank you, city government, for taking away Acres of Books).
So, those are the pluses. The minuses: Art du Vin, in my opinion, has not yet found its legs. The appetizer selection is a little thin and a little over-priced. I'd rather see more substantial items for that price, or else offer up cheaper cheese and cracker plates to go with the wine.
I've enjoyed the wine I've had there. And the servers are very cool, very friendly. However, let it be known that this is an extremely tight spot, with a prominent security camera, so both your conversation and your mug will be obserevd! NOT a good place to have an intimate conversation about your love life. Ahem. Lesson learned.
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