Augustine Wine Bar

If a fascination with fine wine rules your life, then Augustine Wine Bar is your must-visit spot in Southern California. This San Fernando Valley hotspot is always packed with locals who love vino – and for good reason. For the Augustine's staff adores a good glass of wine, and curates quaffs from all over the globe. Champagne from France, Prosecco Superiore from Italy's Valdobbiadene, Chardonnay from California, Tempranillo from Spain, Malbec from Argentina – think of your favorite and they probably have it in their cellar. Add in the congenial atmosphere in a place usually filled with like-minded wine lovers (they do offer beer for non-believers) and the party is ON. There are appetizer plates of cheese and charcuterie to pair with the wine, as well as other tapas-like dishes including braised octopus, diver scallops and even tater tots.