Found this wine bar while we wandered around Georgetown. It's beautiful inside, with the classic old paneling, high ceilings, and low lighting. The wine list included a few lesser known varietals that turned out to be excellent. Try the Kerner wine from Italy. A white that has a nose and fruit similar to Viognier. Prices are reasonable, and at happy hour, there is 20% discount. Cheers. read more

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This review based off customer service. I contacted Bar a Vin to inquire about a reception for colleagues from Stanford University who will be in town for a conference. Robert assisted me over the phone, and he was extremely courteous, helpful, and very patient with me. He answered all my questions, and even offered suggestions. Great customer service! read more

Terrific neighborhood spot. Delicious food and drinks. Absolutely charming decor. Highly recommend for date night or ladies night together too! read more

Bar a Vin - Wine Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The food was decent, but not amazing, and small in portions for the price. The drinks were okay, but overpriced for the quality. The biggest disappointment for us was that they did not serve any entrees or desserts, which was irritating to find out when we arrived, because there are entire entree and dessert sections on the yelp menu for the place. So, we came expecting a good dinner and a few drinks and instead got some overpriced hors d'oeuvres and drinks, none of which were going to hit the spot. If we have gotten enough food to feed us for dinner, it would have cost well over $100 for two and wouldn't have been that satisfying. With all of that, I have to admit, atmosphere-wise, it's my favorite place in Georgetown and one of my favorites, if not my favorite in DC. read more

Bar a Vin - They don't serve any of this, which we were disappointed to find out after we arrived. - Wine Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Not much activity but what a great spot to relax and have a few glasses of wine. The goat cheese with honey, sea salt and olive oil is a can't miss. Seek this wine bar out! read more

Bar a Vin - Blue fish rillette...oh so good! - Wine Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Excellent wine bar from the owners of another favorite, Chez Billy Sud...right next door. The place is fairly under the radar, I don't even think they have a sign. When you walk inside the environment is perfect. Very reasonably priced and excellent service. read more

Came here based on reviews. Very disappointed with the experience. We wandered around without a greeting, tried going into the courtyard and we were accosted by a server who sternly told us "that's for full meal service. There are two blue tables out front if you want." Didn't ask if that's what we wanted (we did ‍). Two blue tables meant folding chairs and a wobbly, small table on 31st. Totally took away from the mood. He seemed annoyed by us the whole time. The cheese plate we got was boring and overpriced. Wine was fine but he conveniently returned at 7:01 (when happy hour was over) to finally see if we wanted another round. Left when we were finished with one round. Just not worth it. read more

Went to Bar a Vin on a whim last night with friend who were in town. This place is so great, and the ambience is delightful. Seating is a little limited, so groups over two may find themselves waiting a little bit to grab a bar stool or chair. The cocktail and wine menu was extensive, I had the Chelsea Boot cocktail twice and found it was well crafted and delicious with an orange peel as a garnish. The waitstaff was very attentive refilling our water glasses, getting drink orders or snacks. Overall I think the setting is unique with the old brick wall lined with old wine bottles and a lot of vertical height, which makes this smallish bar seem large and inviting. I will definitely be back again soon to try more cocktails/wine and in the warmer months sit on what looked like a beautiful patio! read more

As a true believer in justice, I think it is terribly unfair this place has just two reviews, averaging 2.5 stars (?!!). We just happened upon this place during a rainy Georgetown afternoon. As we walked in, the cozy parlor with a fireplace and a few old chairs drew us in - such a contrast with a miserable grey day. From the outside you would never guess how beautiful and spacious is the inside, with the charm of 1800s squeezed into a small townhouse not different from any other at the street. The bar is so tastefully done you immediately feel intimate and welcomed. The wine menu is equally impressive - a mix of French, Italian and American wines, and you can even get a glass of orange wine here! Add to that a small menu of interesting snacks - and you are all set to spend a few hours here on a lazy afternoon. Ok, the stuff was a bit clumsy and inexperienced, but genuinely attentive and kind, which I find a rarity in a restaurant world. Georgetown needs more places like that - seducing, intimate and perfect date spots! read more

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In need of a tasty glass of red wine, I searched for a wine bar after dinner one night in Georgetown. Stumbling upon this gem (literally, they don't have a sign and I wouldn't have found it if we were not looking for it), my boyfriend and I walked in and immediately loved the atmosphere. After receiving our drinks and desserts, I knew that we would be coming back here soon! The wine was delicious, and the cocktails were on point...plus the desserts are to die for. It will be the best place to come on a cold winter night, definitely suggest stopping by! read more

Phenomenal drinks at this cozy bar with a speak easy vibe. The appetizers are amazing! Definitely get the deviled eggs! You won't be disappointed! read more

I've been 5x+ and always for a late nite drink after dinner and I don't want to tell anyone how good it is so I won't. #gtownspeakeasy #fireplace couch foyer. Takes a little time to make a negroni but it is well made traditional Italian style with great glassware. Love it. Great place to take a great date after great dinner. read more

A+ for atmosphere. An important full block and then some back from M Street and over the canal and you feel like you are in a different world from the bustle. My favorite dining companion and I were celebrating our anniversary and decided to pop in here for cocktail hour. Customer service and mixology were both excellent. We enjoyed chatting with the bartender and relaxing in the relative silence (NO TVs!!!) and french selections on the wine and cocktail lists. I highly recommend this for a lovely happy hour with friends or cozy romancing. As a bonus, prices are reasonable. read more

Love the character of this intimate little gem in Georgetown. The front room is perfect for cozy tête-à-têtes in front of the fireplace and the bar, while narrow, feels spacious thanks to the soaring ceiling. Good wine list and a small plate menu that changes often enough to keep things interesting. Full menu is available from Chez Billy next door. The La Cachat is delicious - tangy, herbaceous, and a hint of sweet from the honey. Nice pâté on the charcuterie board. Wouldn't recommend for a group over four persons but perfect for a romantic bottle of wine and light supper. read more

Perfect winter spot. Fantastic friendly service, delicious desserts. Great dessert wines.

I went here this weekend with friends & loved it. It is right beside chez billy sud and actually not marked terribly well unless you know it is there. We scored a spot by the fireplace, which was perfect for a cold evening. The interior of this place is so neat- it's a mix between an old castle & hogwarts (at least in my mind). They had a pretty large wine list, beer list, and mixed cocktails. They also have appetizers to order. Our server also said they can serve the food from the restaurant, which was really cool. She let me taste a couple wines and we had the $56 bottle of Pinot noir. The bottles ranged from $40+. We had the olives, the goat cheese, liver mousse, and charcuterie( all the sodium). I was a little disappointed there were not any cheeses on the board. The server was very good and tried to be as attentive as she could. I think she had most of the tables if not all. The food and wine were tasty. They have small tables and also a long bar with seating. It is darkly lit and feels homey. I'm glad my friend recommended this place. I would love to go back. read more

Awesome wine bar, with great food and beautiful interior! The atmosphere was truly awesome, a little bit vintage inside, with a good selection of cocktails and wines! Highly recommend! read more

I've lived around Georgetown for years and have never come across this place until now. The wine bar is connected to Chez Billy Sud and a bit tucked away behind it - our waiter told us the bar used to be a house and a former bookstore which makes sense because from the outside it really looked like we may be walking into someone's home. But the interior was very impressive as the walls were essentialy floor-to-ceiling mahogany and bookshelves that may have once carried actual books held bottles. In a great homage to its French background, there's light French music playing and a French flag hanging from the bannister above the bar. Their menu offered a decent amount - the variety of drinks was great but there were maybe 5-8 drinks maximum for each type of drink (i.e. wine, cocktails, beer/cider, bubbles, etc). Their food menu also comes straight from the Chez Billy Sud kitchen so I'm sure it's great (I didn't order food here when I went but I've dined at Chez Billy Sud before). The crowd is definitely older and more distinguished - my friends and I were asked for ID "as a formality" and I'm pretty sure we're the only ones they had to ask there. We also got to drink outside in their little backyard patio which is tucked away from street noise and perfect to catch up with friends. A bit more expensive and formal than I'm used to, but would definitely go back for a nice occasion or fancy date. read more

The weather was great today so we stopped by the harbor and recalled the amazing gimlets at Chez Billy last summer so we decided to stop by... The outside area is now dedicated to the wine bar side of the house.. We had a few drinks and went inside to checkout the place... Astonished to see the "Columbia Room" like ambience nice leather chairs, fireplace, and relaxing atmosphere...I'll definitely be back..!! read more

Didn't get our drinks. We ordered two cocktails, and across 25 min didn't see the server again, a worker tending the fire place brought water and commented how busy they were (on a Monday evening with empty tables around us). We left. read more

Had a great visit here with a few friends and it was a wonderful place. Very classy atmosphere. I especially love the rooster. The rooster is a grey pea combed Asil and his name is Hershel. read more

Stopped by here for a glass a wine before moving on to home for dinner. Wonderful spot. Indoor is beautiful and we sat on their small courtyard patio adjacent to the restaurant they also have next door. The wine. Fabulous. The service was top! So helpful and answered many of our questions. A really great experience and would recommend. read more

The atmosphere of this bar is amazing, dimly lit by candles and chill music that set a great mood. Tucked away from the busyness of M Street almost like a secret. Perfect for a date night! read more

An absolutely charming place with an amazingly attentive and friendly staff. We came in to have some bubbles and ended up having a full on wine tasting. The ambiance is old Europe, which fits perfectly into the Georgetown mold. I would definitely come back. read more

Love this place! I come here for happy hour and I'm never disappointed. If you're in the area, grab a glass of wine or a cocktail and order the cheese plate. Bartenders are super friendly and attentive, patio is always a great option! read more

Cute spot in Georgetown. Overwhelmed by the excellent customer service from Andre, really went above and beyond to make it a pleasant experience. Would go again read more

An amazing and cozy spot to enjoy wine and conversation. You will definitely enjoy your time at this wine bar.

Great service (waiter, then I guess sommelier? each came back after I ordered to give me info answering questions I had about the menu); best presentation of ratatouille I've ever had (vegetables stuffed into pretty red peppers with two polenta rounds on the side); small but interesting wine list; and European atmosphere: low lights, dark paneling and brick walls with several small framed oil paintings hung on them, hardwood and mosaic tile floors, unobtrusive music, mix of bar stools at high tables in bar areas, with upholstered chairs and love seats at low tables in front room with fireplace. Cozy place for a cool rainy night like the night I stopped in. Not crowded. Not super inexpensive either, but worth it. read more

I stopped by with some​ friends for a couple of glasses, place is cute nearby​ places I normally shop at so we came to catch our breath. They have nice selection compared​ to places I have been to. The bar attendant​ was very nice to us kept checking on us and give us some recommendations​ that I quite enjoyed! ​ read more

Most amazing place ever for a nice glass or bottle of wine ! Any season this place is so homey and welcoming, but especially during the winter and cold months. Just a a warm and inviting environment and the staff is extremely accommodating and just all around wonderful people. 10/10 would recommend!!! read more

Great, albeit not cheap, place to grab a drink and some nibbles. Really nice ambience in a city that lacks bars with character. It hasn't been too busy on the couple occasions I've been so far, which I think may be because it's a little off the beaten path with no large sign. No undergrads in sight which is a definite bonus. read more

We waited for a server for 20 minutes and no one came by our table. We tried at the bar and after 10 minutes of standing around there we just decided to leave. It's really pretty on the inside, looks like it would be a great spot, but the service was just terrible. Eno is right down the street and has a wonderful staff, always excellent service, if you're looking for a wine bar in Georgetown it's a better option. read more

Tried this new wine bar for the first time and sat outside. Fell in love! Ordered the cheese plate Plat du Fromage for $15 - the three French different cheeses. So delicious I ordered a second! Very good white and red wines offered at happy hour prices. Excellent service. I will be a regular. And inside there is a fireplace in one room - look forward to being there when weather gets cold again. read more

Lovely, charming place; very nice and helpful staff; very good wine; very good cheese. The goat cheese in particular was great (large portion, enough for two people as an appetizer). read more

Great little hidden gem! Love the ambiance (high ceilings, low lighting), and the cocktails are quite good. Ask for Tiffany as your server! We will definitely be back for wine and nibbles. read more

I moved here from NY and finally found a spot I love in Georgetown that has local charm with a unique feel similar to some of the spots I enjoy in NY. Though I loved the design, cute library like room in the front, the brightly lit chandeliers are far too bright for evening ambience. When I asked if they can dim them slightly as the brightness flashes into the more intimate den area, I was ignored and when I asked again told the lighting was to enable menu reading. The owners should lower the lights and the staff could better accommodate or at least respond to requests. It felt like a gastro pub with such bright chandeliers. I suggested candles or even a heavy velvet curtain so you aren't blinded by the light when you sit in the den facing the main room. One server was great, the other a bit cheeky in tone. read more

After an adequate meal next door at Chez Billy Sud- we wandered next door to Bar a Vin. WOW! blown away. The ambiance is warm, cozy and old world cool. It reminded me of a bar my husband and I spent a rainy evening in Italy in. Our waitress was amazing and the menu of "nibbles" looked good, however I will have to come back as we were full from diner. This is a great place to grab a quiet drink before or after dinner it is a welcome "adult" addition to a crowded often college-y georgetown bar scene. read more

Went for drinks the other night - overall very impressed. The bartender was terrific and it was very clear that he put a lot of effort into each and every drink he created, ranging from creative twists on the classics to more complex drinks. Will definitely be back to try the wine and small plates, which I hear are also great! read more