SPUNTINO (spoon’tîno), noun:
A snack or an informal meal
Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas set out with the goal of introducing a wonderful breadth of world-class international wine that is paired with an expansive Italian, small plate menu. Our wine list and food menu are thoughtfully prepared and selected by a team that strives to introduce our guests to new, fresh Italian flavors.
Spuntino focuses on fresh, local and seasonal ingredients with a menu that changes four times a year. To make sure that we are using the best ingredients available we work closely with a number of farms in the area.
Wine is Spuntino’s second name! With over 55 wines by the glass, over 350 by the bottle, four wines on tap, and three wine flights offered daily, Spuntino really does have something for everyone.
Awards & Recognition
Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas takes a great deal of pride in our food, wine, and service. We are honored to be recognized and continue to strive to make Spuntino the place for great Italian tapas, the best selection of wine and a one of a kind dining experience!
Three-Time Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence Winner: 2019, 2020, 2021
Five-time OpenTable Diners’ Choice Award Winner:
2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019
Four-time Wine Spectator Award of Excellence Winner:
2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Community Partnerships & Charities
At Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas we value our community and strive to give back. Aside from our annual and regular partnerships, our teams participate in over 20 local community events and volunteer opportunities throughout the year.
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Wine Spectator Restaurant Award
July 23, 2019
Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas has been honored for its outstanding wine program in Wine Spectator’s 2019 Restaurant Awards.
Read MoreChef Ryan at James Beard
August 9, 2017
Executive chef Ryan Keough presented a Coastal Tapas dinner at the world-renowned James Beard House…
Read MoreLBIFF visits for Taste On The Beach
LBIFF | July 11, 2017
Long Beach International Film Fest Spuntino for Taste On The Beach and chef Ryan shows us how to make Balsamic Pork Ribs…
View VideoOur Team
Executive Chef Ryan Keough
General Manager Christopher Gracia
Grapevine Tips
Our chefs & bartenders share their secrets on cooking techniques, drink making, wine pairing and secret recipes!
Summertime is when we do everything differently. Hot weather suggests lighter food, like seafood, fish, and fresh vegetables. This year, with dining al fresco at restaurants and of course backyard barbecues, wine pairing is especially…
The methods of pairing different foods and wine can go back several centuries. Our select pairings are not only delicious but also a great way to expand your palate. History Most of the popular pairings…
Wine plays a very important part at Thanksgiving dinner, especially when it consists of so many different flavors. Our General Manager and Wine Director Jim from Spuntino Clifton shares his top wine pairings for a…