McClain Cellars - Laguna Beach

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   MarlaH

   Central Coast

   2 reviews

   3.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 2 August 2022

   overall3food3service5ambience3

   Service was awesome but overall pricing and discount structure left us disappointed. Tastings are too expensive and you have to buy 3 overpriced bottles to get a “free” tasting. This is our 3rd or 4th visit to a McClain’s location and probably our last. The wines are good but not fantastic. Pricing is what I would expect from a Napa/Sonoma winery with a pedigree not an urban winery just trying to make a name for themselves. FYI, I had to leave a rating for food in order to submit the review but we did not have the food. Valet parking is required and first 2 hours are free. That should have been enough time for a leisurely tasting but turns out we got back to the valet stand about 5-10 minutes late and we were charged $10 for parking. Not the fault of the winery, but left a bad impression after already feeling we were overcharged for our wine tasting.

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   DebbieN

   Orange County

   1 review

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   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on 29 July 2022

   overall3food1service3ambience5

   The server was excellent. However, management understaffed with only having 1 server for the entire place on a Thursday evening especially during Pageant of the Masters. I really hope at some point they are able to serve real food, even if just light appetizers.

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   TracyL

   Las Vegas

   143 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   143 reviews

   Dined on 13 July 2022

   overall5food4service5ambience5

   Wine and service was spectacular!!

   McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 25 July 2022Thank you so much for leaving us this review!! I am so glad you had an amazing time! We can't wait to have you come back again soon (:

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   JordanR

   Seattle

   3 reviews

   4.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 3 July 2022

   overall4food4service3ambience5

   Our experience was excellent. I think that their wines are limited in terms of taste between the different varieties. However their popcorn and cheese selection was great. I think it is a little expensive for what you get but all in all we had a great time and plan to attend again at another location.

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   RhondaT

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 25 June 2022

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   Wine was delicious. Juliana made us a charcuterie board which was awesome. A very pleasant way to spend the afternoon.

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   christyL

   Orange County

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 19 June 2022

   overall5food3service5ambience5

   We didn’t have any food 😀but would love if you had some simple options like salads

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   JavaMo

   Los Angeles

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 11 June 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   A great place to relax and enjoy good friends, good service and great wines. Shout out to Taylor for being so accomodating for a "special visit" my wife and I made to the lounge.

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   JeniferW

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 5 June 2022

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   The wines are great. Lots of options. Prepare for light snacks for purchase. No outside food allowed. Pourers are friendly and accommodating. Relaxing and covid friendly. Love to hang out here

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9. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Detroit

   1 review

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   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on 30 May 2022

   overall4food1service4ambience3

   Good wine but they need a kitchen. The pre-packaged snacks that they did have were very limited and not exciting.

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    DELISH

    Los Angeles

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 29 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Always on point!

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11. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 April 2022

    overall5food3service5ambience4

    Had a nice time. McCade was insightful and knowledgeable about the wines chosen.

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    Nemo1234

    Philadelphia

    34 reviews

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    3.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on 17 April 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience3

    Everyone enjoy the wine. We felt like we had to wait a little too long in between taste but otherwise very nice experience

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 19 April 2022Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this review. We are so sorry you did not have the best experience. I am glad you enjoyed the wine and would still recommend us to others. We will definitely take this feedback to our team and make sure we are on top of it (: We would for you to come back and give us another chance to make it up to you!

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    Sara

    San Diego

    21 reviews

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    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 17 April 2022

    overall5food3service5ambience5

    Very nice wine selection

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 19 April 2022Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this nice review Sara. I am so glad you enjoyed the wine. We hope to have you join us again soon (:

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    TracyZ

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 16 April 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Outstanding service. Impeccable wines

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 19 April 2022Thank you so much for your review Tracy!! We hope to see you again soon (:

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    KarenS

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 9 April 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It was a fabulous experience lived the vibe, wine and people! We joined the wine club and can’t wait to go back!

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 2 May 2022Thank you Karen!!! I am so glad you loved our wine and the lounge! THANK YOU so much for joining our wine club. We can't wait to have you back (:

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    Gordy

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 April 2022

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    Shane was the best. We were there as a couple celebrating a birthday and he made us feel so welcome and was so knowledgeable of all the wine. He had great things to say about the Mcclains and was just a great human. Thanks!

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 11 April 2022Thank you so much Gordy! Shane is awesome!! We always want to make everyone feel welcome and I am so glad you had a great time (: We hope you visit us again soon.

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    JenniferR

    Central Coast

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 3 April 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience3

    Taylor is the best thing about this place. The wine is great too! The music was loud and we were next to a bridal party....

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 11 April 2022Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review Jennifer! I am so glad you enjoyed the wine. Taylor is the bomb!! We hope you come again soon and we will be sure to put you down next to a quieter area (:

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18. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 2 April 2022

    overall4food3service3ambience3

    Place was a bit understaffed. Service was slow and the servers seemed overwhelmed. Wine is great - wish they had more food options.

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    MichelleB

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 25 March 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Such an enjoyable experience! We were helped by McCade and Shane, both wonderful hosts and knowledgeable about the wine they are serving. Will definitely be returning!

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 30 March 2022Thank you so much for this review Michelle! Shane and McCade are great!! I'm so glad you had such a nice time. We hope you come back soon!! (:

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    Choccolat

    Orange County

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 7 March 2022

    overall4food1service4ambience5

    Great wine but wish they served real appetizers….not just cheese and crackers. They need a small kitchen. It can be done….I’ve gone to other wineries where they serve cooked appetizers.

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 2 May 2022Thanh you so much for taking the time to leave us a review! We wish we had that as well and we are hoping to install a small kitchen soon, but there are many regulations and rules to get past first to make sure everything is up to par! Please keep a look out for us to open this in the future! (:

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21. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 5 March 2022

    overall4food2service4ambience5

    The service was outstanding and wine was delicious. We had a reservation for 8 our table was ready when we arrived. I will definitely return for another visit.

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    DaWil2

    Orange County

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 21 February 2022

    overall5food3service4ambience4

    Nice atmosphere. Live music was nice. Can’t rate food appropriately as they don’t have a kitchen. It would be nice if they could pair up with one of the neighboring restaurants to offer at least some appetizers. They have a fridge with some grab and go prepacked cheese and meats. They’ll give you a cheese board to lay your items out and some plates. So that was nice. Service was good. They appeared a bit short staffed the evening we were there….but hey. It’s wine tasting. Who’s in a hurry anyway! 😉

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 28 February 2022Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a kind (and understanding!) review. We're glad that you enjoyed your time with us and we hope to have you back soon!

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23. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 February 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great customer service

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    EdwardM

    Los Angeles

    43 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on 6 February 2022

    overall4food2service5ambience5

    Had a lot fun on a Sunday afternoon. Great wine! Great friendly service! We’ll be back.

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 10 February 2022Thanks Edward!! I am so glad you had a nice Sunday afternoon with us and enjoyed our wine!! We can't wait to have you back (:

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    Foodie

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 5 February 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It was a friends birthday, GNO and we had the best time. This family owned business is a hidden gem of wine tasting. The outdoor setting is perfect for spring nice. Great tasting wines and amazing jalopino popcorn. 5 stars. Can’t wait to go back.

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 10 February 2022Thank you so much for this awesome review! I am so glad you and your girls had such a fun time! We cant wait to have you back (:

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26. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 5 February 2022

    overall4food3service5ambience4

    Great service, fun atmosphere, some good wines!

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27. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 30 January 2022

    overall5food2service5ambience3

    Shared two flights between 2 people and joined the wine club! Great unique blends.

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    KAMIENA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 January 2022

    overall5food2service5ambience5

    Taylor was absolutely the best!!! She’s very knowledgeable and overall an exceptional host.

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 26 January 2022Thank you so much for this nice review! I am so glad you had such an awesome experience!! (: We hope you come back again soon!

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29. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 22 January 2022

    overall4food3service5ambience5

    So fun! Staff was great. Wine really good!

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    TimB

    Orange County

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 8 January 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wine tasting was great. Live music playing and outside heaters made it a very relaxing evening.

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31. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 3 January 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Love the wine! I am a wine club member and enjoy the live music. Tastings are included in the free membership.

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 4 January 2022Thank you so much for your support as a wine club member! You are truly the backbones of our business and we appreciate you!

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    PatR

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 January 2022

    overall5food3service5ambience4

    We were really pleased with our experience at McClain. We had visited the Solvang tasting room previously, but this was our first visit to McClain in Laguna. Our server, Chelsea, was super friendly and knowledgeable about the wines. The atmosphere is relaxed and very inviting. The wines are excellent. We chatted with the owner, Jason, for a few minutes before we left and enjoyed his energy and enthusiasm. We're happy that this fun wine experience is just down the road from where we live and we will definitely visit again.

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 3 January 2022Patty and Tim, thank you so much for taking the time to come visit us in both Solvang AND Laguna Beach! We're so happy that you've enjoyed your time spent with us and we can't wait to have you back!

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33. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 December 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Ambassador was very knowledgeable. The service was great. My husband and I got to sit on their comfy couches Ana hang out. Perfect midday date!

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 30 December 2021We are so glad that you had such a wonderful and comfy experience! We hope to welcome you back for another date-day ;)

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    AshtarN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 December 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    What a fun place to do wine tasting! It was my first time wine tasting and Jamie was so knowledgeable and fun. She really made us feel at home and our experience was a 10/10! We’re visiting from out of town and we are definitely coming back next time we’re in Laguna! Thanks again Jamie, You were great!

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 23 December 2021Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a kind and wonderful review! We will certainly pass along your thanks to Jamie... We love our staff and we're glad you do, too :) Come back and see us again soon!

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    jaynem

    Orange County

    16 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2021

    overall3food2service4ambience3

    Great wine and fun atmosphere

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 8 December 2021So glad that you had fun and enjoyed the wine! We hope to have you back in someday soon and earn 5 stars from you :)

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    Choccolat

    Orange County

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2021

    overall4food1service4ambience4

    Good wine. Wish they served food tho....they tried but that fell thru....cheese and crackers don’t cut it for me

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37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 November 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It was amazing per usual! The live music was great as well!

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 8 December 2021Thank you for the 5 star review! So glad you had a wonderful time, as usual ;)

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    Tbone

    Detroit

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2021

    overall5food2service5ambience5

    The wine selection were great. Will definitely return for more tastings.

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 15 November 2021We are so glad that you enjoyed the wine and will be coming back... thank you for taking the time to leave us a kind review!

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    Lyon

    Orange County

    53 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 2021

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Beautiful music. Lovely wine flights. The nicest service! Im going to join their wine club and return!!!

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 8 November 2021Thank you so much for taking the time to come in, try our wines, and leave us a fantastic review! We are so glad that you had such a wonderful time and welcome to our wine club family! We are happy to have you!

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    TomR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 November 2021

    overall5food3service5ambience5

    This is a wine bare great wine, live music on the weekends, great service

    McClain Cellars - Laguna BeachResponded on 10 November 2021Thank you so much for the lovely review, Tom! We're so glad that Taylor took such good care of you and your party and that you enjoyed your time with us. Come back soon!

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