Vinum Japanese Fusion & Bar

Loved the service and the vibe was completely grown and sexy

Below average service. Felt the waiter for judgemental. Asked him to clear drink menus off the table. He didn't do it. Said let it be there. The table was super small to fit huge bento boxes. Served bento box without asking if we need chopsticks. Gave forks directly. Asked for warm cake, served a room temperature cake. We ate it as it is. While leaving told him it wasn't warm. Instead of apologizing, he rudely said, "You should have told me before eating". Food was mediocre to taste as well.

There was no sushi chef and several menu items were not available or missing ingredients. The food we were able to order was good.

The price point was intimidating, but I must say they delivered and the experience eating here was perfect. The risotto with shrimps was the highlight for me! For a party of two, we ordered: Assorted tempura - classic and hit the spot. They gave plenty of assorted vegetables with the shrimp. Garlic edamame - recommended by the server and it was very good Sashimi moriawase - it was pretty good quality, but not a wow factor Vinum reserve flight - I liked the Duckhorn and Caymus red schooner White wine sangria - plenty of fruit and good taste White volcano - recommended by server and was very good Mushroom risotto shrimp - highly, highly recommend this Trio skewers - I always love yakitori, so this was pretty good. I would order again if I come back. The vibes here are nice with a dimly lit setting and the decor is very warm. The portions were generous and worth the price. This is located in Newpark, which is a newer plaza, so it's very clean and there's a ton of parking. Vinum seems like the perfect place to unwind since they occasionally have live jazz music and wine tasting events. We just missed the jazz music, since they had a wine tasting event earlier. The menu is extensive with all the Japanese fusion fare you would look for. Everything was delicious and great quality. Service was excellent-- server was friendly and provided perfect recommendations. TLDR: The risotto definitely stood out and I liked the Vinum reserve wine flight

Not sure how the food is. It's been two hours and my sashimi bento has still not arrived.

We will come back next time because Henry.

Upon arriving at Vinum, we were met with an unexpected delight. We initially set foot there with the simple intention of wine tasting, only to discover that this establishment offers so much more. To our pleasant surprise, Vinum boasted a culinary side that we were previously unaware of, further elevating our experience. The ambiance of the restaurant struck a chord of sophistication and warmth. Each dish we tasted was a testament to the chef's dedication to flavor and presentation. While every dish left a memorable impression, one in particular stood out above the rest: the charred unagi handrolls. These handrolls were nothing short of culinary artistry. Their exquisite balance of flavors complemented the Pinot Noir wines we savored, creating a symphony of taste that danced delightfully on our palates. For those who, like us, might be unsure of which wine to choose, Vinum offers a wonderful solution: a flight of wines. This allows you to explore a range of their finest selections, ensuring you find the one that resonates most with your taste preferences. In conclusion, our visit to Vinum was not just a wine-tasting trip but an exploration of refined culinary pleasures. We left with palates gratified, hearts full, and a newfound appreciation for this gem in the heart of wine country.