outdoor patio seating area in front of a historic red brick building, featuring string lights, tropical plants, and vintage wire chairs — Credit: Delicious: An Interactive Taste Experience/Facebook

A new wine bar has opened in St. Petersburg’s Warehouse Arts District, taking over the former Lolita’s space inside the Morean Center for Clay building.

Delicious (that’s the name, not our review) offers a selection of red, white and sparkling wines, alongside beer and a short list of mocktails. The wine list is intentionally limited, with a rotation of 11 wines rather than an extensive catalog.

The concept leans on smaller pours, with sizes ranging from 1.5-ounce samples called “sips,” to full glasses and bottles, as well as the option to build a flight. The scaled-back format is designed to emphasize variety and allow for sampling across different wines without committing to a single pour.

The tasting lounge is not a full-service restaurant, but does offer dessert pairing boxes from T & T Fantastic Treats, as well as a short list of casual items like hot dogs and Philly cheesesteaks.

The space includes indoor seating and a patio area, with an emphasis on a relaxed, community-centered setup rather than formal table service.

Delicious has also introduced a slate of recurring, bi-weekly events, including drag bingo, live music, open mic nights and wine tasting events.

The wine bar is now open Monday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 420 22nd St. S. in St. Petersburg. For more information on selections and events, visit deliciouspour.com.

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