Wine bar
Unclaimed profileBuvons
Long Beach, CA · $$$
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Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Buvons is a wine bar with a serious natural wine program: 414 bottles in the main collection plus 63 in the Unicorn Wines section, with bottles from $25 to $175. The by-the-glass list spans sparkling, white, orange, rosé, chilled red, and red, including a Japanese flight. Spritzes and a neat vermouth pour round out the drinks, and a wine club starts at $30.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Japanese Wines Flight ($25) for a curated trio. For something deeper, explore the Unicorn Wines for rare finds, or grab a bottle from the main collection at prices just above retail.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Natural wine enthusiasts will find a deep bench, from approachable bottles to rare unicorns. The wine club and knowledgeable staff also make it welcoming for novices looking to explore.
- When should I go?
- Evenings are lively, especially on weekends when the cozy, vibey atmosphere fills up. A quieter visit on a weekday might suit those wanting more attention from the staff.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Wines by the glass vary; bottles in the main collection run $25-$60, while Unicorn Wines go up to $175. Spritzes are $16-$17, beers $9-$38, and the Japanese flight is $25.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The dual collection—a broad main list and a rare Unicorn section—sets Buvons apart, offering both everyday natural wines and special-occasion bottles. The wine club and garden patio add to its neighborhood appeal.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A compact cocktail list focuses on spritzes and vermouth, offering a light, low-ABV alternative to wine. The Cherry Spritz and Orange Spritz are the mainstays, with a neat pour of Partida Creus vermouth for purists.
Menu strengths
- — Unique spritz-focused cocktail menu with vermouth; Reasonable pricing for a wine bar
Standout selections
- — Cherry Spritz – MUZ Vermouth, Cava, Maraschino Cherry ($17)
- — Orange Spritz – Bizzarro Spritz, Orange Peel ($16)
Pricing: Spritzes $16-$17; neat vermouth $16.
Wine
An extensive natural wine program with over 400 labels in the main collection and a separate Unicorn Wines section for rare and allocated bottles. By-the-glass options cover all styles, and a wine club offers curated monthly selections.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive selection of natural, low-intervention, and organic wines
- — Affordable bottle pricing, just above retail; Wine club with tiers starting at $30
Standout selections
- — Japanese Wines Flight – three wines including Fattoria Al Fiore and Chateau Kiri ($25)
- — Unicorn Wines – rare bottles from producers like Jacques Lassaigne and Sylvain Pataille
Pricing: Bottles in main collection $25-$60; Unicorn Wines $51-$175; wine club from $30.
Beer
A small but curated beer list features French farmhouse ales and a local California draft, offering a crisp alternative to wine. The 25oz format of the Bière Vivante Chardonnay is a notable pour.
Menu strengths
- — Includes farmhouse ales from Brasserie de la Pigeonnelle
Standout selections
- — La Loirette – light farmhouse ale, France ($9)
- — Brasserie des Voirons 'Bière Vivante Chardonnay' – 25oz, France ($38)
Pricing: Beers $9-$38.
Nonalcoholic
Minimal non-alcoholic offerings include a NA beer and imported sparkling water, sufficient for designated drivers but not a focus.
Menu strengths
- — NA beer options include West Coast IPA, Hazy IPA, and Mexican-style lager
Standout selections
- — Best Day Brewing NA – West Coast IPA or Hazy IPA ($8)
Pricing: NA beer $8; sparkling water $10.
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