The Side Bar: Postino

VENUE:

• Postino
•  postinorestaurant.com

LOCATION:

• 3565 Mount Diablo Blvd., Lafayette, CA.

REASONS FOR GOING:

• Wine List
• Heated Bar Counter

If the cold weather is getting to you and you are in need of a little comfort, consider meeting a friend at Postino for a glass of wine and some antipasto.

The stylish, old world interior is perfect on a stormy winter’s night, and the friendly bar staff will immediately make you feel welcome.  The bar top is heated (yes, this is one venue I encourage you to forget your manners and put your elbows on the table) and will get you relaxed in no time.

The wine list is extensive, and all guests from newbies to connoisseurs will find something on the ‘per glass’ menu to make them happy.  My friend and I enjoyed the “Burrata” appetizer plate ($16) and it was the perfect snack to go with our wine selections.

Warning, this is not the place to go for happy hour deals, blaring music, or to watch the game.  This is the place to go when you want a good glass of wine, a nice plate of food, and a cozy, comfortable setting to enjoy same.

Have fun, drink responsibly.

Send your ideas for Happy Hour to Dana Santos at danasantos@comcast.net