I am in Love with Pop! Culture Champagne Bar in Kirkland

Along the Kirkland Marina is a cove of small shops and restaurants. There’s a blend of new businesses and places that have been there since my childhood. Right between MONO Hair and Makeup and the Marina Park Salon is an adorable tasting room called Pop! Culture Champagne Bar.

Immediately when we walked in, we were taken by the decor. You are greeted with a disco ball and groovy music that is a mix of the ’80s to current-day hits. The furniture is a blend of black and white, gold, and pink pieces. It’s a small space with a lot of character. On the right, you’ll see the pop art of celebrities such as Biggie Smalls, Kim Kardashian, and Marilyn Monroe. You can sit right up at the bar or take a small nook in one of the corners for a more private setting.

POP! Champagne Bar, Kirkland, WA

There are a lot of wines to choose from. It is divided into sections of “Champagne Supernovas” and “Sparkling Personalities”. There are also individual bottles you can try or beer, non-alcoholic drinks, or regular reds and whites. We decided to try their flight of “Big Poppas” also known as their most luxuriant champagnes.

We started with a Jose Michel & Fils Pinot Meunier, Moussay (100% Pinot Meunier.) The flavor was fresh and a perfect match for summertime. It was aromatic with a lot of citrus notes and light on the bubbles. Personally, this was my favorite!

Next up, we had the Moët & Chandon Imperial, Epernay (30%-40% Pinot Noir, 30%-40% Pinot Meunier, 20%-30% Chardonnay.) This was very luxurious with unique flavors. I could taste a mix of apple and peach with a hint of pear for freshness. Compared to the first, this was “heavier” as it had a more buttery flavor.

Our final glass was the Nomine-Renard Brut, Villevenard (40% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Noir, 30% Pinot Meunier.) This one is decadent with a lot of brioche flavor that is elevated with delightful crisp fruit notes. Absolutely gorgeous glass of wine!

POP! Champagne Bar, Kirkland WA