Gather Dogpatch

Gather Dogpatch, which opened last fall at 2490 Third Street, a location that previously housed Yield Dogpatch, offers a comfortable spot to enjoy wines from around the globe and closer to home paired with small bites.

The bar’s sparkling, white and red wines are imported from Italy, Germany, France, and South Africa. Glasses average $17. Taste sizes, about half a glass, are roughly $4. Food is mostly locally sourced and includes charcuterie ($21) and cheese ($19) flights, as well as smoked duck breast ($10) and olive bruschetta ($9). 

According to Robert Levy, Gather’s managing partner, who has lived on Indiana Street for the past three years, the bar only carries wines produced with vineyard practices that maintain the fruit’s purity – “low-intervention” in farming parlance – or derived from organic/natural processes. It provides gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free and non-alcoholic options alongside more traditional offerings. 

“We’re keenly focused on guests’ satisfaction and for maintaining the nice vibe, comfortable environs and energy that I always loved to receive myself — plus a really balanced, approachable and beautiful wine list of course — whenever I went out,” said Levy. 

Gather features wooden, rich velvet and floral textures. With its mantra of “By chance we met. By choice we gather,” Levy wants to nurture social and convivial energy at the establishment, where he’s present most days. 

Gather allows patrons to taste wines before choosing what to drink, whether it’s a sip, or two or three, whatever it takes, according to Levy, who believes guests should have the opportunity to try the wines themselves rather than relying on a written description or server recommendation. 

“Together, it really lets our guests settle into an amazing glass of wine that satisfies them in that moment,” said Levy. “That was one of the primary reasons I opened the lounge; to take down that barrier and eliminate the stress and common dissatisfaction when choosing a wine.”

Gather hosts social events throughout the week to attract new clientele and build a sense of community. “Wag ‘n Wednesdays” offers lounge areas for pets and a discount when customers post a picture with them on social media. “Throwback Thursdays” evokes nostalgia with vintage music. On Saturdays, Gather’s live music series features Bay Area talent such as blues singer-songwriter-guitarist Essie Thomas.  

“Wine and chocolate pairings, sake offerings, unique beer selections and game nights will continue to add liveliness to the neighborhood during the week,” he said.