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05/15/2026
Tuesday May 20th 🍷🎧
Jeff Bundschu from Gundlach Bundschu is coming to Happy Wine Calle Ocho.
One of the oldest family wineries in California, since 1858. Pioneers of organic and biodynamic farming in Sonoma.
And somehow… Jeff is also a DJ 😂
So yes. we’re pouring legendary California wines while the owner is behind the DJ booth.
Good wine. Good food. Good music. No boring wine tasting.
Tuesday May 20th Happy Wine Calle Ocho 🍷🔥
05/14/2026
Don’t miss Toro After Dark at Happy Wine Calle Ocho this Tuesday, May 19th at 7 PM! Enjoy a free tasting of Dominio del Bendito wines, live music, and 10% off featured bottles—limited spots available! Link in bio for more details and to get tickets.
05/11/2026
Mother’s Day 2026… another one in the books. ❤️
Cooking, recommending wines, taking reservations, orders, handling the offic Joanna — or “Mama,” as our great team calls her was there today, just like she is 365 days a year.
No vacations. No pretending. No events. Just sacrifice, hard work, love, and dedication to keep this dream alive.
To the mothers on our team who came in today to work and provide for their families: respect. You are the positive energy that gives us strength to do it all again tomorrow.
And our kitchen tonight… WUAOOO. Los magos del sabor. 🔥
PS: Now you know why Joanna is rarely out at social gatherings. She works 24/7 behind the scenes.
Thank you to all the mothers who took care of us before we could take care of ourselves. You nurtured us. You shaped us. ❤️
05/09/2026
HAPPY WINE CALLE OCHO PRESENTS 🍷🎶
GUNDLACH BUNDSCHU SONOMA WINE NIGHT
WEDNESDAY, MAY 20 • MIAMI
Join us for an exciting night of Sonoma wines, food, music and great vibes featuring Gundlach Bundschu — one of California’s oldest family-owned wineries, known for blending wine, music and festival culture.
Stay tune is going to be INSANE
🎧 Music by DJ Gracies Dad
🍷 Sonoma wine experience
🎶 Wine • Food • Music • Energy
📍 Happy Wine Calle Ocho — Miami
🕖 Wednesday, May 20
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05/02/2026
Today is May 1st, Labor Day, and as the worker that I am, I’ve never been prouder to be back. 🍷💪 My journey has been a miracle on Calle Ocho—from a 2019 transplant to surviving COVID at Jackson Memorial. I watched that team develop life-saving treatments; they saved me twice. GOD BLESS THEM. 🙏🏥
A special thank you to my "Street Actors": Dr. Mattiazzi, Dr. Guerra, Dr. Ciancio, and my surgeon Dr. Jose, now in Brazil
To the whole team at Miami Transplant institute,
We are the originals. Sometimes in life, you have to prioritize your life and your family over everything else. No matter what, this is the original Happy Wine on Calle Ocho, the creation that the two of us built with our own hands and hearts.
My numbers are 100%, my spirit is unbreakable, and with my health and my Happy Wife Joanna by my side, I am already a winner. Cheers to a second chance and the gift of hard work! See you at the shop! 👩❤️👨✨
04/19/2026
We started as a small dream…
Today we’re honored to be mentioned among Miami’s best.
Thank you and to everyone who has supported us along the way ❤️
04/17/2026
Good to see Sarah this week.
UK roots 🇬🇧, now Miami.
Sharp palate, straight talk.
We went through a few classic bottles, no nonsense.
Only at Happy Wine Calle Ocho.
03/28/2026
Forget everything outside… 🍷
This is where the day begins. 🌟
Feel the rhythm. 🎶
Taste the wine. 🍷
Live the moment. ❤️ 🍷
03/24/2026
This is getting out of control… in the best way 🍷🔥
Great wine, delicious food, live vibes.
📍 Meet us at Happy Wine 8st 🍷
03/20/2026
JC, Joanna & team recommendations for spring.
Wines we love right now at Happy Wine Calle Ocho.
Bestizo Mencía 2022
Electio Xarel·lo 2023
Zin-Zap Rosso NV
Tombacco Rosso di Puglia NV
Petit Chablis Roland Lavantureux 2023
Zuccardi Torrontés 2023
Aston Estate Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2017
Come by and try them with us. 🍷
03/14/2026
Last week I had lunch with Raul Perez probably one of the great winemakers of Spain a true master of vineyards and soils we tasted several extraordinary wines talked for hours about terroir and even about ci**rs and somehow the wine still had the last word
02/06/2026
Join us for a night of Napa's finest wine at Tamber Bey Winery! Enjoy free tastings, live music, and the beautiful estate vineyards this Tuesday at 7:00 PM. Link in bio for more details and to get tickets.
01/22/2026
🏆 Accolade: Ranked #1 Wine of the Year (Top 100 Wine Spectator 2025). �
⏳ Ageing: Great aging potential — cellaring through 2030s and beyond. �
Chateau Giscours 2022, Margaux.
Historic Third Growth, polished power, floral edge, serious structure.
Drink now with food or cellar proudly. Grand Bordeaux without crazy prices. Classic, confident, absolutely worth pouring tonight.
Here’s what Château Giscours 2022 Margaux really is:
🍷 Wine: Château Giscours 2022 — Margaux, Bordeaux, France
📍 Classification: Third Growth (Grand Cru Classé) in Margaux (1855) — prestigious Left Bank Bordeaux. �
🍇 Blend: ~64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, 3% Cabernet Franc. �
🍷 Profile: medium–full body with fine, structured tannins, fresh purity, layered dark fruit, violet/cassis notes and long finish. �
📈 Critic Scores: ~94 – 98 points from top critics (James Suckling ~97-98, Parker ~94-96+, Vinous ~95-97, Decanter ~96). �
01/16/2026
Another great week discovering new trends and bottles to share: Champagne Baron de Rothschild, Tamber Bey (Napa Valley), Chavin non-alcoholic (South France), Piattelli (Mendoza), and a Bordeaux seminar with Union Grands Crus—great quality, smart prices, pure enjoyment.
Address
5792 SW 8th Street
Miami, FL
33144
Located on SW 8th Street in Miami, the wine bar and tapas bar & restaurant can be easily accessed through public transportation or driving. For those using public transport, take the bus to the nearest stop on SW 8th Street and walk towards the location. If traveling by car, parking is available nearby on the street or in paid parking lots.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
10am - 10pm |
| Wednesday |
10am - 10pm |
| Thursday |
10am - 10pm |
| Friday |
10am - 11pm |
| Saturday |
10am - 11pm |
| Sunday |
12pm - 10pm |
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What people say
Happy Wine Calle Ocho is a must-visit tapas bar and restaurant located in the heart of Calle Ocho, Miami. This mom and pop wine store and restaurant has been serving customers since 2005, offering an extensive selection of cold and hot tapas, food, and wines from all over the world at wholesale pricing. With over 1000 labels to choose from, Happy Wine Calle Ocho is a wine lover's paradise.
What sets Happy Wine Calle Ocho apart is its commitment to providing an unforgettable experience for its customers. The owners, JC & Joanna, have created an iconic experience that showcases the best champagne picks for bubbly celebrations. The signature tapas are delicious and diverse cultural aesthetics make for an immersive and unforgettable experience.
The ambiance at Happy Wine Calle Ocho is cozy and inviting. Live entertainment adds to the overall experience, making it a perfect spot for a night out with friends or a romantic date night. It's no wonder why Happy Wine Calle Ocho has been voted Best Wine by locals.
If you're looking for a hidden gem in Miami that offers great food, excellent wine selection, and an unforgettable experience, look no further than Happy Wine Calle Ocho on SW 8th Street.
