A Los Feliz local’s guide to where I actually drink wine.
Living on the Eastside — especially in Los Feliz, Silver Lake, Echo Park, or Atwater Village — means you’re surrounded by some of the most interesting, intimate, thoughtfully curated wine spots in Los Angeles. These are the places with personality, community, and just the right amount of Eastside edge.
As someone who lives in Los Feliz, spends a lot of time exploring the neighborhood, and helps people understand the lifestyle behind Los Feliz real estate, these are the places I personally go for a glass of wine, a great meal, and a night out that still feels local.
LOS FELIZ
1. Covell
Covell is a Los Feliz institution and one of the best wine bars in the city. No menu — just a conversation with the team, who will pour you something perfect. It’s warm, lived-in, and exactly what a neighborhood wine bar should feel like.
Why I love it:
• Excellent pours every time
• Grown-up, relaxed atmosphere
• A classic Los Feliz night
2. Wife and the Somm
This small, charming wine bar and shop in the Village is intimate, friendly, and rooted in the walkable Los Feliz lifestyle. They lean natural but keep things grounded and approachable.
Why I love it:
• Thoughtful, natural-leaning wines
• Small, cozy space
• Feels like a real neighborhood living room
3. Cara Bar (Cara Hotel, Los Feliz)
Elegant, calm, and architectural — Cara Bar is one of the most beautiful wine experiences in Los Feliz. With its serene courtyard, curated wine list, and design-forward interiors, it’s perfect for slower evenings.
Why I love it:
• Soft, beautiful atmosphere
• Elevated, curated wine program
• A hidden gem in the heart of Los Feliz
SILVER LAKE / EAST HOLLYWOOD
4. Little Ripper
This daytime café turns into a low-key natural-wine spot in the evenings. It’s tiny, friendly, and very Silver Lake — perfect for a casual glass before dinner.
Why I love it:
• Under-the-radar, intimate, local
• Fresh, interesting natural wines
• Ideal for the walkable Silver Lake lifestyle
5. Justine’s Wine Bar
A stylish, soft, moody wine bar with a curated list and beautiful atmosphere. Cozy inside, glowy at night — and exactly the kind of place Eastside locals tuck into.
Why I love it:
• Gorgeous interior
• Wonderful for date nights
• Feels like a neighborhood secret
6. Voodoo Vin
Bold, confident natural wine. A respected program with small plates that rotate and always impress. This is one of the Eastside’s most beloved wine-forward destinations.
Why I love it:
• One of LA’s best natural wine lists
• Creative, vibrant energy
• A treat for adventurous wine drinkers
7. Doto
Minimal, elegant, beautifully designed. Their wine list pairs perfectly with a sophisticated, seasonal menu. It feels polished but still deeply neighborhood-driven.
Why I love it:
• Thoughtful, refined wine pairings
• Calm, design-forward setting - open for breakfast, great for a little work lunch, and even has happy hour!
• Ideal for a more elevated night out
8. Tabula Rasa
Lively, warm, indie energy — Tabula Rasa has become an East Hollywood staple. They host events, bring in great wines, and keep things approachable and fun.
Why I love it:
• Great by-the-glass options
• Community feel
• Always a good vibe
9. Botanica
Botanica’s food is extraordinary, but their wine program is equally impressive — bright, Mediterranean-leaning, and curated with intention.
Why I love it:
• Food and wine pair beautifully
• Light, airy atmosphere
• Perfect for long dinners or celebrations
10. Melody Wine Bar
Indoor-outdoor, fun, casual, always interesting. Melody hosts pop-ups, pours natural wines, and keeps the energy relaxed.
Why I love it:
• Great community atmosphere
• Interesting wine lineup
• Perfect for weeknights with friends
11. Spina
One of my favorite restaurants in all of LA. is in Atwater Village - Spina is intimate, cozy, romantic, and has a beautifully curated Italian-leaning wine list that pairs perfectly with their handmade pasta. It feels like slipping into a warm European corner without leaving the Eastside.
Why I love it:
• Exceptional fresh pasta
• Elegant, personal, intimate
• A true Silver Lake / East Hollywood gem
12. Pizzana (Sunset)
Pizzana isn’t just about pizza — their wine program is excellent, and their Inkind perks + monthly free pizza offer make it a smart neighborhood go-to. Consistent, delicious, and perfect for pairing a glass of wine with great food.
Why I love it:
• Excellent wine specials
• Fresh pizza + pasta
• inkind perks + monthly free pizza (!!)
• Easy, fun, neighborhood-friendly
WHY THESE SPOTS MATTER
These places are more than wine bars — they shape the lifestyle of Los Feliz, Silver Lake, and the greater Eastside. They’re part of the community fabric, the nightly rituals, the walkable culture, and the vibe that make people fall in love with these neighborhoods.
And as someone helping clients explore Los Feliz homes, Silver Lake hillside streets, Franklin Hills views, and Eastside neighborhoods, I can say confidently that people choose the Eastside for exactly this:
the intimate, local, creative way of living.
Related Readings:
Choosing a Los Feliz Neighborhood