Reverse_Embedded t1_j6im2p3 wrote on January 30, 2023 at 4:30 PM

PAGU was really just sort of okay. Not sure if they just ran out of ideas or if there's a bias for over-serviced restaurants.

Rebel Rebel is a cool space, but I found their ability to recommend things pretty lacking (experienced staff is hard to come by). Bonde for knowledgeable people, and Koji club for better overall experience.

BeastCoast t1_j6iw74p wrote on January 30, 2023 at 5:34 PM

Weird. I took a sommelier friend from Napa to Rebel Rebel and he loved the staff there. We went in for a glass and ended up staying for a few bottles.

Reverse_Embedded t1_j6izu0q wrote on January 30, 2023 at 5:56 PM

I can only say that I've visited 5+ times including getting bottles to go, and each time the wine, while wasn't bad, was not as described. Not often had this issue with other similarly priced wine shops.

Competitive_Bat4000 t1_j6jktyz wrote on January 30, 2023 at 8:06 PM

Agree on Pagu, had much higher expectations. One of the dishes was great, the others not so much, wanted better consistency with the quality given the hype and price.