San Francisco and Northern California
Manresa***
Creative California coastal cooking by inventive chef David Kinch. Known for a commitment to sustainable gastronomy and relationships with local farms and fishermen. Located at the foot of the Santa Cruz Mountains in an elegant space. 320 Village Ln., Los Gatos, 95030 manresarestaurant.com
The French Laundry***
6640 Washington Street Yountville, California, 94599 707.944.2380 www.thomaskeller.com/tfl
Bouchon
Thomas Keller’s Bouchon is set in a magnificently designed room where you can enjoy some of Chef Keller’s favorite French bistro dishes. ThomasKeller.com
Harbor House Inn**
Plumed Horse*
Quince***
Saison**
Birdsong**
Niku Steakhouse*
Barndiva*
Rich Table
RICH TABLE is the culinary vision of Chefs Evan and Sarah Rich. With over three decades of combined experience in San Francisco and New York high-end restaurants, the team brings with them a wealth of talent, knowledge of quality foods and wine, and connections with the best farms and purveyors. 199 Gough Street at Oak San Francisco, California 94102 (415) 355-9085 richtablesf.com
The Wine Club San Francisco
The Wine Club is the Premier Wine & Spirits Merchant in San Francisco. Visit with Burgundy specialist Justin Rutherford and the rest of the excellent, knowledgeable staff and browse the large, quality selection at The Wine Club San Francisco. 953 Harrison Street San Francisco, CA 94107 415 512-9086 thewineclub.com
More restaurants and fine wine shops
Sierra Mar at the Post Ranch Inn
Aubergine at L’Auberge Carmel, Relais & Châteaux
Coi
Single Thread Farm (Healdsburg)
The Slanted Door
Pabu
Foreign Cinema
Kitchen Istanbul
The District SF / The District Oakland
Leo’s Luxury Oyster Bar
Press St. Helena
Porthos
Prarie SF
Starbelly
Union Larder
Noe Valley Wine Merchant
D&M on Fillmore
20 Spot
Bay Area Wine Company
Bi-Rite Market
Cask House
Central Kitchen
District San Francisco / District Oakland
Foxsister
Hamlet
High Treason
Pearl
Ijji Sushi
Kinjo
Lazy Bear
Little Vine
Mourad
Nabe
Oro San Francisco
Petra’s Bistro & Wine Bar (Mammoth)
Prima (Walnut Creek)
San Francisco Wine Consulting
Starbelly
Weimax Wines & Spirits (Burlingame)
Los Angeles
Republique
The list crafted by wine director Taylor Parsons combined with the fabulous cooking by chefs Walter & Margarita Manzke has made Republique a top wine and food destination in Los Angeles. The space was originally built for a Charlie Chaplin business venture and it makes for a one-of-a-kind experience. Try to make one of their wine dinners, the Republique events staff do a wonderful job of attracting top winemakers to host these dinners – Mark Haisma recently held one here and it was an experience to remember. 624 South La Brea Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90036 310 362-6115 republiquela.com
Petit Trois
A classic Parisian Bistro done Ludo Lefebvre’s way right next to Trois Mec, under the Tasty Thai sign. “There may be no better plate of escargot in town than at the new Petit Trois: six fat snails arranged on a custom metal plate, shells brimming with garlic, minced parsley and melted butter.” Jonathan Gold, L.A. Times review. Enjoy Mark Haisma Bourgogne by the glass with Ludo’s excellent jambon persillé, beef tartare or the chicken leg. Drop in for a bite – you will not be disappointed! 718 N Highland Ave Los Angeles, California 90038 PetitTrois.com
A.O.C.
With it’s wonderful patio and indoor / outdoor dining, a.o.c. is an oasis in L.A. 2014 James Beard award winning chef Suzanne Goin serves up excellent fare in this beautiful space on West 3rd. Her partner Caroline Styne has curated an exciting list and we are proud to have our imports be on the list. We admire these ladies for their beautiful restaurants, but also for their work founding L.A. Loves Alex’s Lemonade, a fundraiser featuring some of the best chefs in the country, benefiting research for childhood cancer. 8700 West 3rd Street Los Angeles, California 90048 (310) 859-9859 aocwinebar.com
Spago
Gorgeous renovated space and completely new & delicious menu at Wolfgang Puck’s iconic Beverly Hills restaurant. Four out of Four Stars! – Los Angeles Magazine “Wolfgang Puck keeps reinventing himeself.” – The New York Times “Wolfgang Puck’s Flagship Restaurant Rises to the Top-Again” – Angeleno Magazine 176 North Canon Drive Beverly Hills, California 90210 (310) 385-0880 Spago
Mar’sel at Terranea Resort
Located at the stunning Terranea Resort on the ocean in the Palos Verdes Peninsula, Marsel is a wonderful place to celebrate a special event or just to enjoy the excellent California cuisine featuring locally-sourced ingredients. Look for exquisite, difficult to find wines from Mark Haisma on the wine list at Marsel. 100 Terranea Way Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes, California 90275 310 265-2836 mar’sel terranea.com
The Wine Country (Long Beach)
A Long Beach institution, Wine Country provides an extensive selection of hard to find wines to their faithful customers. Talk to Burgundy specialist Samantha Dugan about what you are looking for. She and the whole Wine Country staff have great recommendations! 2301 Redondo Ave Signal Hill, CA 90755 562 597-8303 thewinecountry.com
Knife Pleat*
More Los Angeles restaurants and fine wine shops
Chateau Marmont
Rose Cafe
Four Seasons Beverly Hills
Hotel Bel Air
Intercontinental Los Angeles
Workshop (Palm Springs)
Gratitude Beverly Hills
Barsha
Majordomo
Gabi James
Bestia
Domaine LA
Musso & Frank
Mama Shelter
Playground (Santa Ana)
Tavern
Wine House
San Diego
Veladora at The Rancho Valencia Resort
Condé Nast Traveler rated The Rancho Valencia #1 resort in San Diego and is on their Hot List for 2013. It’s easy to see why because of their welcoming staff, wonderful locally grown food and gorgeous setting. 5921 Valencia Circle Rancho Santa Fe, California 92067 858 756-1123 Veladora at The Rancho Valencia
Addison** and Amaya at the Grand Del Mar
It’s easy to forget you are in San Diego at the stunning Mediterranean setting of Addison and Amaya at Grand Del Mar, rated the ‘#1 Luxury Hotel in California’ by Trip Advisor. 5300 Grand Del Mar Court San Diego, California 92130 858 314-2727 Addison & Amaya at the Grand Del Mar
Meritage Wine Market
“Intimacy in customer service ensures the right wine for each customer every time.” San Diego County has voted Meritage Wine Market “Best Wine Shop” 4 years running! Visit with Dustin Cano to find out about weekly and special events hosted by Meritage. 162 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd A10 Encinitas, California 92024 1-866-679-WINE or 760.479.2500 meritagewinemarket.com
The Bridges Rancho Santa Fe
The Bridges is one of the most beautifully designed Golf and Residence clubs in the country. The restaurant specializes in organic produce grown on site and pairs it’s cuisine with a hand selected wine list from sommelier Mark Valin. Amitié Wines looks forward to sharing our selections at periodic tastings at the Bridges Wine Loft. 18550 Seven Bridges Road Rancho Santa Fe, California 92091 858 759-7200 thebridgesrsf.com
Village Vino
Tuck into this hidden gem for a great selection of old & new world wine in the Kensington neighborhood of San Diego. Knowledgeable wine director Cori Holstedt does a great job keeping the list interesting. 4095 Adams Ave San Diego, CA, 92116 619 546-8466 villagevino.com
Seaside Market
A Cardiff classic, the Seaside Market has a wonderful selection of fine wines that pair well with local favorites like the great selection of San Diego fish & famous ‘Cardiff Crack.’ It’s great to have this destination shopping experience for fine food and wine in North County. Cardiff Seaside Market 2087 San Elijo Ave. Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA 92007 (760) 753-5445 seasidemarket.com