Crush—Wide variety of tapas–style dishes, along with more than 50 wines by the glass. Wine flights, full bar and live entertainment. D Tues.-Sun. All major credit cards. 530 University Ave., Hillcrest, 619.291.1717. $$ Map N16

Firefly Grill and Winebar—Exciting selection of limited production wines paired with international cuisine in a cozy setting. B, L, D daily. All major credit cards except DC. 261 N. El Camino Real, Suite B, Encinitas. 760.635.1066. $$ Map V22

The Grape—Excellent wine selection with European fare, such as pâtés, breads and antipasto platter Mon.–Sat. open at 5:30 p.m., Sun. at 6 p.m. All major credit cards. 823 Fifth Ave., Gaslamp Quarter, 619.238.8010. $$ Map Q15

Sogno Di Vino—Light fare, including cheese plates, carpaccio, salads, paninis and desserts. With a vast selection of wines, plus ports and imported beer. Quaint, European-style setting. 11 a.m.–11 p.m. daily. All major credit cards. 1607 India St., Little Italy, 619.531.8887. $$ Map P15

Wine Vault & Bistro—Featuring wine flight Fridays, wine dinners on Saturdays and special events during the week. Food ranges from Italian to French to Mexican to California cuisine, depending on the evening. Call for calendar. All major credit cards. 3731-A India St., Little Italy (near Old Town), 619.295.3939. $$ Map P15