The Wine Crush

Came here and discovered this store charges $20 for wine tasting 6 unknown wines.  WTF?  Are we in Sonoma?  I don't think so!  

This wine store is at a really good location - off of Broadway where it could stand out but it doesn't.  The decorationg of the inside is ordinary.  The outside patio while big, it doesn't make the best of its size.  There's dry plants and nothing colorful to stare at while enjoying a glass of wine.  BTW, I only saw one person and that was the one serving the wines at the bar.  He wasn't welcoming or friendly.  In fact I thought he was plain RUDE.  In Long Beach?  Really?  To me it doesn't look like the establishment that cares about catering to good paying customers.  My guess is that it's not going to last very long.  Based on how many people were at this place, I don't see how it can stay open too much longer.  RUDE BAR PERSON, ORDINARY DECOR AND EXPENSIVE WINE TASTING, $11 FOR A GLASS OF UNKNOWN WINE = WINETRASH   Not again for me.

I love coming here for wine tasting!  It happens Thursdays-Sundays.  $20 for 6 tastings!  It's a deal.  Tastings also come with one form that gives you information on the wine you're drinking.  
There's only about 4 seats inside but why would you sit inside when Wine Crush has a great patio?  I've met friends here, come here for birthday parties, etc.  They also sell a few fancy beers and some small cheese plates for snacking.
Many wines to purchase inside at a wide price range.  The owner, and everyone involved with the store, are very nice.  Do not be intimidated!  It's a friendly neighborhood place.

This place is perfect. Sweet patio, great wine selection, outside food permitted, wine club benefits and Hillary.

Oh- and pets and a well-behaved child are welcomed. Even more perfect.