Great vibe. Black owned. Friendly service. We did not get anything to eat, so i did not rate the food category.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
E D.
It's a VIBE...If you want a VIBE!! It's a VIBE in this beautiful black owned winery! The sad part is that I didn't even know this placed existed in the heart of the Bay Area (Alameda). I was asked to join my partner in celebrating a friend of his birthday and wahla, this is where we landed. There was a live singer (and boy could he sing his a$$ off), lots of people, wine flight options and more. The ambiance is so culturally beautiful, I just couldn't stop looking around. I would love to go back with some of my girl-friends and check it out for ourselves. I didn't get an opportunity to take any pictures (sad face) so I do apologize for that. But if you near or in the Alameda area do not pass this beautiful gem up!
Candace McLean
I've never not had a good time at Karibu. Nice vibes regardless of when you come. Extensive wine selection.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Rayshawnda P.
Service was amazing. Ambiance was amazing! The staff CEO and owner had the best customer service. Check this place out, you won't be disappointed.
Danielle M.
Came here with a big group of friends for some wine tasting a few weeks back. Loved the high ceilings, decor, and casual ambience of the place! I also loved that some of my friends highly recommended it with a strong emphasis on it being Black owned too. We had multiple flights for our group of 10-12 people and appreciated the stories that came along with each wine, especially in regards to tying its characteristics with an animal that could be referenced to within the room. My favorite of the drinks we tried was a sparkling wine that came with lychee! It was sweet, sleek, and refreshing. Considering location, set up, and drink options, I would recommend Karibu to folks who want a lively time without the chaos of a bar or club!
Jamila C.
This place is such a hidden gem and a wine bar you should definitely visit. I hosted my brother's 50th birthday party at this place. The staff was nice and attentive to ensure me as the host had all I needed and the guests as well. The owner Marcell was there to make sure everything went well and my accommodations were met.
Raven F
This wine bar is a total vibe and the service was great! I recommend the Chardonnay and the sparking white. Tsagaan was a great server!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Da roll West Ton
This IPA hitting hard!! The vibe is beautiful and I Love the karaoke!!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Shelby J.
What a wonderful experience at this establishment. Celebrated my bday drinking wine at this Black owned wine lounge in Alameda. Service was Impeccable and the ambiance was on point. Even talked briefly with the owner Chris Wachira. Amazing story. Plenty of spaces to sit and wine taste. They even of have a DJ on certain days. Noise level is elevated when the DJ is there, otherwise this is the perfect place to catch up with life. Please check out this spot if you want to relax in the company of exquisite wines while unwinding in a serene atmosphere. Street parking.
Californian S.
The venue has a good amount of space and the lighting is great as well as the decorations. I've came here enough times to have met the lovely owner Chris Wachira and her associates Chadwick Spell and Marcel Anderson! I mostly come for their game nights, but recently for their karaoke night which I surprisingly enjoyed. I love that they serve food and allow you to bring in your own too. And they also serve non alcoholic beverages like juice if water isn't refreshing enough.
The atmosphere, the staff, the music, and the clientele is everything at Karibu. You will mot be disappointed when you visit.
Elena C.
My initial introduction to Karibu was as part of the Alameda Wine Stroll. Out of the various wineries participating in the event, Karibu left a good impression, making this past visit my third time. The staff : very welcoming Knowledgeable about wines Knowledgeable about the neighborhood Ambience The decor and feeling of the tasting room is in between a sexy but comfortable place. They offer couch spaces, regular tables and high chair spaces to accommodate different preferences. My favorite is the big chandelier hanging at the entrance. Wines The Wachira flight had a good variety of wine types. It included: Chardonnay, Cabernet and sparklingly among others. My favorite was the Chardonnay. I would highly recommend this place for an afternoon of reasonably priced wines.
Jasmine M.
Great vibe. Great music. The charcuterie boards were decent. I really enjoyed the salami dip with jelly. Server gave us nice sized pours. Server constantly checked on us but also spread the pours as our group conversed. Great prices for food and wine. The cab and the Riesling were out favorites. Warm, friendly welcomes when you enter. This place is spacious and very clean. My only advice is if you have a group of 6 or more, they already add the 20% tip. Our server didn't let us know that when we split the payment 3 ways. We just tapped our phone on the handheld thing. I blame myself for not asking to see the receipt but when you come to support your own, you don't think to check the receipt. Anyways, we left a 20% tip on top of the tip already charged. I would've appreciated if the server said "oh we already add a 20% tip for a group of 6, but if you would like to leave anything extra...." Nonetheless, I would visit again.
Richard Buehn
The best wine bar in Alameda. You don't want to miss this place. Amazing service and style!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lili M.
Wachira Wines is such a vibe! I love the staff that works in this area and they have a Chardonnay that I absolutely adore (and I freaking HATE Chardonnay). So that was automatically a plus for me. The first time I went there, I was immediately greeted by one of the staff members who had a smile that was so inviting. I opted for the Red Wine Flight and I learned so much about the business, each wine and some pairings that could go with it. This is something I appreciate because I like to increase my wine knowledge game (lol). They also have food options. In the past year I've frequented this place, there have been some great changes! They started adding speciality cocktails, expanded their wine selection, opened up their shop to allowing kids to come (which I would prefer NOT to bring my kid but sometimes, you gotta do what you gotta do hahaha), let you bring in food from the local restaurants and have tons of events to showcase their wines for the community, and for their members. It wasn't a hard decision for me to become a wine member on my first visit. As a member, you get tons of perks, one of them being a free glass at your visit, which I LOVE! It's always an easy choice for me to make when choosing what winery I'd like to visit on any day, whether it be hot or cold :) Thanks Wachira Wines!
Great vibe. Black owned. Friendly service. We did not get anything to eat, so i did not rate the food category.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
It's a VIBE...If you want a VIBE!! It's a VIBE in this beautiful black owned winery! The sad part is that I didn't even know this placed existed in the heart of the Bay Area (Alameda). I was asked to join my partner in celebrating a friend of his birthday and wahla, this is where we landed. There was a live singer (and boy could he sing his a$$ off), lots of people, wine flight options and more. The ambiance is so culturally beautiful, I just couldn't stop looking around. I would love to go back with some of my girl-friends and check it out for ourselves. I didn't get an opportunity to take any pictures (sad face) so I do apologize for that. But if you near or in the Alameda area do not pass this beautiful gem up!
I've never not had a good time at Karibu. Nice vibes regardless of when you come. Extensive wine selection.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Service was amazing. Ambiance was amazing! The staff CEO and owner had the best customer service. Check this place out, you won't be disappointed.
Came here with a big group of friends for some wine tasting a few weeks back. Loved the high ceilings, decor, and casual ambience of the place! I also loved that some of my friends highly recommended it with a strong emphasis on it being Black owned too. We had multiple flights for our group of 10-12 people and appreciated the stories that came along with each wine, especially in regards to tying its characteristics with an animal that could be referenced to within the room. My favorite of the drinks we tried was a sparkling wine that came with lychee! It was sweet, sleek, and refreshing. Considering location, set up, and drink options, I would recommend Karibu to folks who want a lively time without the chaos of a bar or club!
This place is such a hidden gem and a wine bar you should definitely visit. I hosted my brother's 50th birthday party at this place. The staff was nice and attentive to ensure me as the host had all I needed and the guests as well. The owner Marcell was there to make sure everything went well and my accommodations were met.
This wine bar is a total vibe and the service was great! I recommend the Chardonnay and the sparking white. Tsagaan was a great server!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This IPA hitting hard!! The vibe is beautiful and I Love the karaoke!!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
What a wonderful experience at this establishment. Celebrated my bday drinking wine at this Black owned wine lounge in Alameda. Service was Impeccable and the ambiance was on point. Even talked briefly with the owner Chris Wachira. Amazing story. Plenty of spaces to sit and wine taste. They even of have a DJ on certain days. Noise level is elevated when the DJ is there, otherwise this is the perfect place to catch up with life. Please check out this spot if you want to relax in the company of exquisite wines while unwinding in a serene atmosphere. Street parking.
The venue has a good amount of space and the lighting is great as well as the decorations. I've came here enough times to have met the lovely owner Chris Wachira and her associates Chadwick Spell and Marcel Anderson! I mostly come for their game nights, but recently for their karaoke night which I surprisingly enjoyed. I love that they serve food and allow you to bring in your own too. And they also serve non alcoholic beverages like juice if water isn't refreshing enough.
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The atmosphere, the staff, the music, and the clientele is everything at Karibu. You will mot be disappointed when you visit.
My initial introduction to Karibu was as part of the Alameda Wine Stroll. Out of the various wineries participating in the event, Karibu left a good impression, making this past visit my third time. The staff : very welcoming Knowledgeable about wines Knowledgeable about the neighborhood Ambience The decor and feeling of the tasting room is in between a sexy but comfortable place. They offer couch spaces, regular tables and high chair spaces to accommodate different preferences. My favorite is the big chandelier hanging at the entrance. Wines The Wachira flight had a good variety of wine types. It included: Chardonnay, Cabernet and sparklingly among others. My favorite was the Chardonnay. I would highly recommend this place for an afternoon of reasonably priced wines.
Great vibe. Great music. The charcuterie boards were decent. I really enjoyed the salami dip with jelly. Server gave us nice sized pours. Server constantly checked on us but also spread the pours as our group conversed. Great prices for food and wine. The cab and the Riesling were out favorites. Warm, friendly welcomes when you enter. This place is spacious and very clean. My only advice is if you have a group of 6 or more, they already add the 20% tip. Our server didn't let us know that when we split the payment 3 ways. We just tapped our phone on the handheld thing. I blame myself for not asking to see the receipt but when you come to support your own, you don't think to check the receipt. Anyways, we left a 20% tip on top of the tip already charged. I would've appreciated if the server said "oh we already add a 20% tip for a group of 6, but if you would like to leave anything extra...." Nonetheless, I would visit again.
The best wine bar in Alameda. You don't want to miss this place. Amazing service and style!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wachira Wines is such a vibe! I love the staff that works in this area and they have a Chardonnay that I absolutely adore (and I freaking HATE Chardonnay). So that was automatically a plus for me. The first time I went there, I was immediately greeted by one of the staff members who had a smile that was so inviting. I opted for the Red Wine Flight and I learned so much about the business, each wine and some pairings that could go with it. This is something I appreciate because I like to increase my wine knowledge game (lol). They also have food options. In the past year I've frequented this place, there have been some great changes! They started adding speciality cocktails, expanded their wine selection, opened up their shop to allowing kids to come (which I would prefer NOT to bring my kid but sometimes, you gotta do what you gotta do hahaha), let you bring in food from the local restaurants and have tons of events to showcase their wines for the community, and for their members. It wasn't a hard decision for me to become a wine member on my first visit. As a member, you get tons of perks, one of them being a free glass at your visit, which I LOVE! It's always an easy choice for me to make when choosing what winery I'd like to visit on any day, whether it be hot or cold :) Thanks Wachira Wines!