My husband and I have been here twice and absolutely love the warm welcome provided by Rich and Julie, they have worked to bring the north west valley a much needed wine bar with staying power and they have the personality and vision to carry this off! I agree with another reviewer however that two things could really make this place go from good to WOW! One would be size and the other would be ambiance like big comfy chairs and couches that make me want to stay awhile (and spend more money while I'm at it).
Since there really is nothing around it, unless it literally IS your local within walking distance it is a drive in the opposite direction of ANYTHING else around, so in that, it becomes THE date-night destination. With that in mind, when I am thinking of things I wish to do with the precious few hours I am paying dearly for, sitting in a hard wooden chair in a brightly lit deli atmosphere just usually is not high on my list, no matter how badly I want it to be. One thing we consistently crave is non-chain owned eats on this side of town, and while the menu is not extensive we have been pleased with everything we have ordered, we just want a more comfy place to roost for the night!