I have eaten at the Bronzeville Winery quite a few times since it has opened. On my last visit, I was shocked at the decline of quality. From the moment we walked in, it was obvious that this evening was not going to go well. The hostess greeted us with a blank stare when we gave her our name (we had a reservation) She didn't know how to tell us that our table wasn't quite ready. We had to wait for a manager to get that information. Apparently, she was new so, we gave her a break. We were directed to the bar to wait for our table. The bartender was not familiar with the beer my husband ordered because she was also new and still learning the menu. While waiting for our table we began to notice just how shabby the space was looking. The walls were filthy, the bar was sticky and the chairs were banged up. No one came to get us when our table wasn't quite ready as promised. We noticed that other people were being seated so, we gathered our things and asked if they were ready for us--they were but they forgot about us. We were seated at another sticky/shabby table. Our second drink and appetizer did arrive rather quickly. That said, the Brussel sprouts were not as good as I remembered. But that's ok because we decided to splurge on the short ribs and we were very much looking forward to that. Expect our waitress forgot to enter our order. It was her first day. She offered us free "bubbly" but I don't drink so, that was not an option. At this point, we were so hungry that we decided to go home because we had food in the fridge. I was a bit surprised when the waitress said that she would be back with our bill for the sprouts. I knew that the bill was going to come with a 20% tip automatically added which she absolutely did not deserve. Thankfully the manager arrived to apologize and let us know that she would take care of the bill. The manager seemed like the only competent person working that night. My husband and I are Southsiders. We very much want to support businesses down here. We were thrilled when BW opened because we need good places to eat down here. If you are going to charge Loop prices ($50 for short ribs!?!) you must provide flawless service. We saved up for a fun date night. We got dressed up to go out for a delicious dinner but the night ended up with us in our sweatpants eating a sandwich in our kitchen. Pretty disappointing experience all around. read more

My GF picked this place to explore for double family date night. As a former pastry chef, she is always in the know about new places to check out and this our next adventure. And it was to be a great way to close out Black History Month It has been ages since I have been down this way on Cottage Grove, so to see the new development as well as this restaurant warmed my heart. The restaurant itself is a nice addition to the block. They have a great outside place that I would love to experience when the weather is nicer. Inside is a great décor, but I will say that the waiting area is on the small side with not many seats. The overall ambience is warm and I have to say sexy. It is definitely not someplace I would take a kid, this is definitely a grown person's hangout with lovely people in lovely clothes. We started dinner off with Spanish Cod Fritters, Moroccan carrots and Biscuits with a praline butter topping. The fritters were interesting and surprisingly tasty, as well as the carrots. The fritters had a lovely blend of fried Buñuelos de Bacalao, salt Cod, potato served with a lemon aioli. The carrots were crazy good, if you can believe it, I mean just carrots in an amazing sauce. The biscuits were a miss for me. The presentation was nice and I was expecting something nice and soft, but the texture seemed like the biscuits had been lightly fried or something. Also they were a little salty for me. I know salted caramel is all the rage, but this just didn't work for me. For my main course, I went with the burger. It was well executed and delish. The Queen got the Brick oven baked Mac and cheese with lobster. While she loved the dish overall, she felt there wasn't much lobster in the dish based on the extra charge. My GF got this amazing Rosemary potato flatbread. This is a person who always takes food home, but this time she became a member of the Clean Plate Club. I had a small piece and I will say that as a hardcore meat eater, this flatbread was legit and could see myself eating it. For dessert The Queen got this Dragon fruit sorbet. As someone who is familiar with the fruit, she said it was legit and gave it the two thumbs up. Prices are on the high side for the menu, especially for wines. Y'all know I love my bubbles and have no problem spending $$$, but there are times my brain kicks into sensible mode and starts comparing consumer to retail prices, assessing the quality/serving against the price. I am fully aware of the mark-up at most places and will ignore it on most occasions, but this was not one of those times. On the menu was a Moet & Chandon Imperial Brut, Champagne, France (NV) for $300. This is a very lovely wine and I buy it all the time, but have never spent more than $65 since it is non-vintage. For an extra $25, I can get a 2013 Dom Pérignon at Pops for Champagne and have done so. So you are probably wondering why this is 3 star review instead of a 4 star review...it all came down to service. Our server was very nice and had a lovely personality, but our service was slow and spotty. Drinks did not come out in a timely fashion and when they did, some were missing. As for the food, we were half-way through out appetizers when the entrées came out. A second round of drinks resulted in her bring my friend's beer. It seemed like about 15-20 min before it materialized. There was an event going on during our time there in a separate section of the restaurant. I am not sure if our server had to work that as well, but our service was not the best. The experience for me overrode most of the great dishes served and that is too bad. Most likely we will give this place another try and chalk up our experience to a bad night. read more

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Our server Pam Grieer was wonderful. Food and drinks were excellent! Try the spicy roasted brussel sprouts.

First want to give a major shoutout to our server Bianca! Bianca did an amazing job taking care of our needs and ensuring our visit was fantastic. On a Friday evening, for a birthday dinner, we arrived at BW and were seated immediately with a complimentary glass of champagne. I really enjoyed that the table was already set up before our arrival. That presentation is everything especially when you make a reservation. We ordered quite a bit of food and even enhanced some dishes. We chose the Brussels and shrimp for starters. Paired with was the mamba juice cocktail, things to do cocktail, the Black on Black wine flight and a round of French 75s. Yeahhhh we did a ton of drinking lol For entrees, we did the signature burger, steak enhanced with the salmon, mushroom parade enhanced with shrimp and the oven roasted chicken. We all thought our dinners were amazing. There were zero hiccups made. The vegan pasta dish honestly was tasty. I wouldn't have guessed they nailed it. But they did. The steak was large piece and cooked to perfection of medium rare. I felt the portions supported the cost. While BW is pricey, it was all worth it. From the experience, knowledge/ recommendations from the servers, ambiance, music, customer service, presentation of the food and taste of the food. All worth it. read more

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Always a great time at Bronzeville Winery! The service is quick and friendly, the food is tasty and elegant, and the vibes are immaculate. I always look forward to coming back! This round, we ordered the Brussels sprouts and hummus to share and I ordered the burger. I highly recommend apps if you're look for something elevated and on the healthier side. Everything was fantastic! read more

Bronzeville Winery - Uncle Yam Old Fashioned - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

It's a nice spot with good atmosphere and comfortable. Really the only good date spot in the area. But it has several things that dampened the experience for me. I've been here 4 or 5 times and this is what I have noticed. 1. The pricing is really expensive for the area. This is Loop pricing in Bronzeville. This can be ok if you want a treat or an expensive night out but the next two points dampen it further. 2. They add a 20% gratuity to the bill even if its just a couple. I have only ever seen this at other locations for large parties. I tip at least 20% anyway so that by itself is not a problem. But silly me after how many times I have gone here I had not looked at the details of the receipt enough so I have actually tipped 40% every time I have come. The service has not been great any of my visits, often waiting long times for service. Now it make sense since the service does not affect the tips. 3. I noticed a couple of visits ago they had a really nice happy hour menu. I noticed it when leaving at the host station. This last time I went I had to ask for the happy hour menu, it appears they do not give it out unless you ask, and it was cut to about a third of what I saw the last time. Very small amount of options. 4. The music is so loud you can't actually talk to your date! This is something I've noticed the few times I went. The first was their live music night, the last wasn't but they still had a DJ. I love live music and DJs and it can make for an even better date but it's always so loud here it's impossible to talk! This is the biggest draw back and something so easy to fix. 5. They are closed Mondays and Tuesdays and close pretty early at 9pm. Most business's in the area close Monday and Tuesday but its a bummer. read more

I went early for dinner. The decor was nice and it was clean. The service was prompt and pretty good (Bianca and Destiny, her trainee) but there were several glitches: My first drink was warm; it was a Cava but the server fixed immediately. Not a good start for a winery. The Caesar salad was decent. I prefer shaved Parmesan cheese. The grated cheese was way over the top and just a bit too much; it dominated the salad and didn't look freshly grated. The timing for serving food was off. They brought my entree while I was in the middle of the salad. I had to choose between finishing my salad or letting my food get cold; I boxed it up. I ordered the lamb and I asked for medium rare and got medium. I didn't send back because it wasn't a deal breaker for lamb. My wine was very late to meal. I had the Syrah and there was a glitch. It took too long so I ended up ordering a chocolate dessert and drinking the wine after the meal. Again, it is a winery so it was disappointing and the timing was bad. The music was a bit too loud. I don't understand why restaurants do this. I might go again but it was pretty expensive for just a mediocre meal that requires a 20% tip on top of that. I hope for better all the way around for $140 for one person. It is nice to have something in the neighborhood which is why I want to support it. They have room for improvement and I hope they do; so they will stay open. Neighbor restaurants will often say that they weren't supported by the community when the truth is they could have been better in some ways, particularly if it has pricey fare. Good luck to them. read more

[I had a lot to say on this one so forgive the length - TLDR: enjoyed this spot and you should go for special occasion, be aware of a 20% service charge + 3-9% recommended tip] I decided to go here for a special occasion, sheerly out of the amount of hype this establishment has received since it's post pandemic opening in 2022. By hype I'm referring to the many cover stories and features by "Choose Chicago", "Crains Business", "World Business Chicago", and pretty much every food-centric press in the City - as a must visit black owned business. The wine selection here is broad but clearly has been well curated and does not overwhelm. The menu features sips from Italy, France, South Africa, Spain, Portugal, Australia and of course California - all of which are from the regions you would expect for each respective Country/State. The only actually wine I had though was the Yalumba Antique Tawny Port which was fine (I wish I would have gone with the affogato for dessert instead). Despite it being a winery, I opted for the "Uncle Yam's Old Fashioned" which comes garnished with a torched marshmallow and features sweet potato sweetener in it as well as Uncle Nearest Whiskey which is a phenomenal whiskey with a deeply intriguing story to tell... I found this drink reflected much of what I thought of the winery. It was a sweet, fun, and enjoyable beverage that was presented in an upscale style but didn't take itself too seriously; it was refined and high quality without being inaccessible or unenjoyable for a more casual patron. For Dinner I split the wild mushroom pappardelle with my partner. It was phenomenal prepared, also it was refreshing to see the use of actual quality mushrooms (I can't remember if they were oyster or enoki) in a "wild mushroom" dish, which at lesser establishments typically just means cremini/button mushrooms. The interior is refined, well decorated, but still relaxed - no need to where a suit or heels. The price point is maybe a bit higher than other casual dining experiences (you can check for yourself online), but I would argue are actually competitive given the quality of the food. The kicker is the 20% service charge on every bill plus an additional recommendation of a 3-7% tip. This makes it a pretty pricey affair in spite of the lower prices on the menu so be aware of that before stopping in with the family. I wish there was more clarity on what the service charge is, is it minimum gratuity? does it go to the kitchen and wait staff? is the tip additional? am I tipping 27% or 7%? This was the only sour part of my experience here, as there is just something weird about paying for your meal then paying an additional 20% then paying an additional 7% tip. I know this is quickly becoming industry standard, but it really is annoying - just build the cost into the price of the food/drink and have a normal tipping structure, instead of making your prices look competitive and hitting patrons with hidden fines and fees (typically located in size 4 font at the bottom of the last page of the menu). At any rate - Overall, I thought the food was great, the drink was excellent, and the ambience was awesome (also a great DJ spinning some smooth vinyl) . All aspects of this restaurant are upscale but approachable which sets it apart from other high-end offerings in the City that might seem to snobby or formal for some (Prime & Provisions, The Cut, Sepia, etc.). I highly recommend this spot for a special dinner occasion. For true wine snobs/afficionados (whichever title you prefer) it will most definitely not live up to your expectations in terms of selection or service that is expected from a standard winery most anywhere else, but is still worth the experience if you find yourself in the area! read more

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Love this place! Came here for brunch with the girlies and had a really great experience. A black-owned gem, for sure! The decor is modern and chic - an upscale vibe but not at all stuffy. Plenty of seating in an open and airy space. There's a DJ booth in the back with a live DJ playing background music that isn't too loud or obnoxious. They also have outdoor seating which I'm sure is lovely on a summer day. This is a great place for any occasion, honestly. A date, a birthday dinner, a Sunday brunch, you name it. The service was great. The host was welcoming and kind. Our waiter was super attentive and proactive, anticipating our needs. The food was delicious! I ordered the Shirred Baked Egg and it was fantastic. Rich, creamy, and deeply flavorful. I asked for more bread to be sure I could soak up every last drop. I also tried the Bourbon Peach Vanilla Cheesecake. Do yourself a favor and just order it. Words don't really do it justice. It was AMAZING. As for drinks, I didn't get to try any wine but the mimosa flight was great and I loved the presentation. Overall, I highly recommend. Go here! read more

Bronzeville Winery - Shirred Baked Egg - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Stopped by for happy hour and dinner and so happy we did. It's exciting to see the South Side being built up and even more exciting to discover black-owned gems! I started with the rum punch and then moved to the old fashioned. The rum punch was perfect and I could drink like 4 of those lol the old fashioned was strong and I needed to leave it at one. We also grabbed the popcorn shrimp and French fries from the happy hour menu. The popcorn shrimp were lightly breaded, the flavor was great and you could taste the shrimp. Sometimes places over read things and all you can taste is grease and batter, but not here. They tasted very fresh, not over fried and greasy. they came with a spicy aioli that paired nicely. We ordered another lol We also had the New York strip steak and they cooked this just how we liked it. Nice and pink and it comes sliced with a thick salt on top. I loved that this came with asparagus. We added mashed potatoes and the Mac and cheese. I was a bit disappointed in both of these items and especially the Mac. It was just noodles in cheese, but lacked flavor. Lastly, we had the roasted chicken thigh and I added grilled shrimp. Yummmmm loves the crispy skin on the thigh. The meat was juicy, but the skin gave you a little bite. the purée reminded me of a sweet potato flavor. I also enjoyed the texture of the crispy kale and would have loved more of that. We also loved the service. From the time we walked in, until the time we left, everyone was attentive and kind. Truly felt welcomed and I'll be back! read more

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I went twice - evening & sunday afternoon. Good food with options for vegans & pescatarians. Nice atmosphere for conversation on a sunday afternoon. The evening session with Jazz was nice a little loud for group conversation (we had a middle table) but sounded good. read more

Beautiful, artsy covered windows and doors hide a BIG secret. Once your foot crosses the threshold to the restaurant you know it's gonna be a good time. The aromas of breakfast lingering in the air, the pretty modern decor, the high energy of the servers and a live DJ! Oh yes, this is the spot. The shrimp and grits; every bite creamy and loaded with flavor. The chicken and waffles were also very good and flavor packed. Waffle does get soggy fast which is not appetizing. The drinks; very creative, clean and refreshing. The chai can be made with or without alcohol. The mimosa was one of the best I've had in a while. It was really sweet of the manager to check on our table to see how we were enjoying ourselves. That certainly goes a long way. We already know exactly what we want on our return visit. Happy to support. read more

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Bronzeville Winery really lives up to the buzz! I've been wanting to try it out because I've heard so many good things and read all kinds of glowing reviews and I finally had an excuse to go. Everything was delicious. We started with the lamb prosciutto flatbread and the English pea salad. Both were so yummy. The salad was fresh and the flatbread was unique and covered in melty cheese. For dinner we opted to share the roasted chicken, mushroom bucatini, and cauliflower. The cauliflower was a real standout but each dish was great. Overall I was so impressed with this restaurant. Both the indoor and outdoor spaces are beautiful and their staff is so knowledgeable and friendly. read more

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Not impress Unfortunately, the food is overpriced and the menu options are quite limited. Based on my experience, I wouldn't recommend this restaurant/winery. read more

Let me tell you about this "not so hidden" gem I recently discovered on the South Side: Bronzeville Winery! While visiting Chicago, my friend wanted me to experience one of his newfound favorite Black-owned restaurants. We arrived on a Saturday night and was disappointed when we saw how crowded it was and that we didn't have reservations, but luckily we were able to score the last two seats at the bar. "Grown & Sexy" is the vibe all around: Live DJ in the corner. Great wine selection. Knowledgable staff. Elevated menu. Great service. I couldn't stop smiling while at the restaurant, pleased with my dining experience all around. The mussels: Some of the BEST mussels I've ever had. They were served in a coconut curry broth (which is pleasant departure from tomato or garlic), and the broth was so delicious! They could bottle it up and sell it! The parmesan truffle fries were a great accompaniment to the mussels. And it's not dinner at a winery restaurant without Chardonnay...which you can see some of the selections in behind the bar on tap. Definitely consider coming back here again! read more

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The vibe was chic without feeling stuffy. The decor was wooden tables with modern, rustic accents and unique chandeliers. We spotted a DJ booth with old albums, and the background lounge music was a nice touch. On street parking on Cottage Grove was convenient, which was a nice surprise and there was a cute patio with covered outdoor seating. The food was delicious, although one entree was served lukewarm. The friendly server immediately took back the entree and returned with a warm one. Standouts were the creamy, shrimp and grits, the chicken and waffles, looseleaf teas and mimosa flights! We enjoyed our delicious breakfast; however, there were a couple of minor touches which would have enhanced our experience. We waited quite awhile to receive coffee/tea upon arrival, and although were excited to see the variety of healthy juice offerings; were disappointed they were not house made. Overall, I would definitely recommend giving Bronzeville Winery a try for the tasty entrees, interesting menu choices and exemplary service! read more

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Thank you to Terri for taking me for our first time and my birthday celebration to experience the food here..first off the lavender lemon drop was the bomb l had the creole pastel with salmon super good with a side of mac and cheese it was different but l liked it! Terri had the shrimp and grits busting! For dessert l had the Cheesecake better than any Cheesecake l have had "Period" I am also trying to contact them because l left my sweater. I will come and get it!!! My waitress was friendly knowledgeable and l left feeling fulfilled,happy and l will bring my sister's back!!! read more

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My goal is to always patronize black businesses. I wish for them to thrive so I write this review with love. From what I've gathered they change the executive chef monthly. This chef was not good. The restaurant is gorgeous and our server B was so nice and friendly and accommodating. Great service and lovely DJ playing chill r&b and light Afro beats. I ordered the duck and grits. The duck was very very tough and gamey. Like the table shook trying to cut it tough. The grits are clearly premade( which is fine and normal!) but the warmer they keep it in is not hot enough. My food came out lukewarm twice. Are grits not supposed to be hot? Is duck not supposed to be hot? Such a disappointment. The salmon and potato was so sad. A ugly piece of salmon sloppily put on top of a bed of spinach and mashed potato. It was under seasoned and the plating was below sub par. Now the burger was DELICIOUS. Some of the best garlic aioli I've had this far so good job! Also the shrimp cocktail. Yum yum yum! It had fried tiger shrimp which was different and lovely. Lastly the salmon pappardelle was just okay. The pasta was severely underseasoned. It tasted like there was salt in it but where was the Cajun in the creole? Such a good restaurant just please please have better food. Bronzeville needs places like this! But respect your patrons and their money and serve food you can be prouder of because this was not it. read more

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Absolutely, one of the best restaurants I have ever been to. When you first enter into Bronzeville Winery, you immediately notice how sophisticated the decor is. But at the same time, you don't get a snooty vibe. The bar area is beautiful and to the right of the bar, you see a very energetic open kitchen. To your right is the dining area. Again I have to point out, how beautiful to restaurant is. In the far back, there's the DJ stand. I was a little worried at first, that the music was going to be loud and obnoxious. But to my surprise, the music was pleasantly done. As for the service, everyone was professional and amazingly nice. Bronzeville Winery, you did a fantastic job finding such a great staff. I throughly enjoyed my visit today and look forward to returning. Cocktail- Uncle Yam's old fashioned.. Really nice flavored drink. I enjoyed the sweet trace, of the sweet potato simple syrup. Shrimp (5-6)- Was huge and seasoned just right. The coating reminded me fried chicken. Such a well prepared dish. Sprouts- if your into Brussel sprouts, then you can't pass this dish up. I love when the Brussel sprouts are very crispy, but at the same time have a soft chewy core. That's exactly how these were prepared, and the sesame glaze was a nice addition. English pea salad- A very refreshing salad.. The honeydew vinaigrette, was a smart tasty choice to use. To compliment, the strong profile of the arugula. Seafood gnocchi- Amazing dish full of flavor, and good quality seafood (tiger shrimp/scallops). Lemon tres leches love cake- OMG.. Everything about this dessert was done right. The cake was full of love alright, and the topping tasted like a thin layer of cheesecake. What a delicious dessert. read more

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I was wondering why service was so crappy. They have an automatic 20% service charge even for 1 person. There was no way I was going to give that server 20%. More like 10%. I won't be back. read more

Came here after work with a friend during their happy hour. The items we Brussel sprouts & fries were pretty good. I enjoyed my drinks as well. The service was good and attentive. The space was clean and had a good dj. Would definitely come back and try the full menu. read more

Bronzeville Winery - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I've rode past this gem for awhile and never knew what lied beneath! Live music! Huge selection of wine and cocktails! Outdoor patio! A real vibe nestled right in this up and coming community! Waitress was top notch! I can't remember her name. I would've loved to recognize her in this article but do remember she was from Virginia. I plan on making this a monthly spot in my rotation! read more

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We came for a drink and a snack before dinner with friends at another location. It has beautiful decor featuring lots of gorgeous art and a gigantic patio along with free parking street parking in the area. Staff was so kind and welcoming and very attentive. We also loved that they offered both still and sparkling water gratis. The wine selection is very interesting and features both black owned and women owned wines from around the world. The snacks we had were tasty and very plentiful, The only downside for us was the lack of more varied price points for food and wine. A single glass for $31 on offer was quite a surprise. They did have a couple for less, but a $150 pre dinner drink and snack will be hard to repeat on our budget so we'd only come if really splurging. We hope they remain very successful as it was very busy. read more

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Came here because it was recommended by a friend as a new Black Owned business to try. Arrived on a Saturday evening around 10pm. There was plenty of parking outside despite them being busy. Our bartender, Chris really looked out. I told him what flavors I like and he made something on the spot. There was a couple celebrating their wedding anniversary so the vibe was really sweet and even though we weren't apart of the group, everyone was super friendly. There was a great dj playing old school and house music. We didn't try the food but after viewing the menu, I look forward to coming back for that. read more

Bronzeville Winery - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The service was excellent. The host and greeter very kind and personalable. Food options were ok. I ordered Cajun salmon with pasta and it was perfect. The temp of the food great and the preparation. My bestie ordered shrimp and grits and I didn't care for it. It had a red sauce (looked like ketchup but it wasn't) around the platter. The stone grits were creamy and nice. The shrimp you had the option of fried or grilled. We had wine flights. They were really nice four (3oz) pours per glass at 55 dollars each. The ambiance was cute and the music was good as the DJ played a nice set. The food was prepared quick without problems or flaws. We had brussel sprouts and truffle fries for an appetizer. The brussel sprouts were pretty good. The crunch was enough for me. The truffle fries were okay but lacked a little flavor. I would return to try the rack of lamb potentially and more wine. I loved that they had mocktails and non alcoholic wines. read more

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The food was very good at this location. The service was not quite up to par, though the staff was very friendly. Our server may have had a few too many tables assigned, but we asked for several items which never made it to the table, and it took an unusual amount of time to receive our check. These are not non-starters for me, and I'd definitely go back, just notes on ways to improve and earn that coveted fifth star. This is a nice gem in the Bronzeville neighborhood, and I like that there is free street parking available. It's definitely worth checking out if you're in the area. read more

Came to dinner with some coworkers, and once again, I enjoyed my dining experience at Bronzeville Winery. I had the South African Red Blend and it was delicious - dry, smokey and a lil spicy. Others had cocktails and they enjoyed them. The Old Fashioned was topped with torched marshmallow - weird, but oddly satisfying. For starters, we had the brussell sprouts, ancho chile fries, purple cauliflower, and the skillet bread. All very tasty! Some of us ate from the Restaurant Week menu. They menu is very limited, which is a con if you're looking for variety. The thoroughly enjoyed the cod fritters (starter) and the skirt steak (entree). The only downfall was the dessert. Perhaps it should be called dessert beverages instead. The sorbet champagne is exactly as it sounds: a small dollop of sorbet is a glass of champagne. The affogato is supposed to be vanilla bean ice cream with coffee. Of course the coffee turns the ice cream into soup, so it's basically just an iced coffee. I really could've used a good dessert as a good ending so an awesome meal. They're a little pricey, but it's an awesome dining experience. I will return. #ImNotAFoodie #ImJustAGirlWhoLovesFood read more

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We came here first on our birthday and I really thought I sent a review, but I am fine to submit another. We came here for the $25 Restaurant Week brunch. We arrived a little earlier than our reservation time and were seated promptly. I think the younger staff are here on Sundays, whereas on weekdays they are more mature. Our server was perky and informative but young and spontaneous. She introduced herself by kidding me about something that went right over my head. I wanted coffee first, so I ordered the violet Vietnamese coffee with sweet milk. It was small and very good, but not as hot as I would have liked. The server did apologize. Brunch pre-fixe was avocado toast, shirred baked egg, and chicken/waffles. The avocado toast was so good, seasoned very nicely and moist but not oily. The shirred eggs were new to me; they were 'baked' in a small dish with tomato sauce and served with sourdough bread and salad. I have to try this at home! (but do I??). I stayed with water and ordered their decaf coffee to have with the waffles, and my party ordered hot tea. The cup was so small and cute, made so we don't burn ourselves but it also could have been hotter. Also, they DO NOT have CREAM! wth?? We were given the option of coconut milk or regular milk. I have to say I am fine with non-dairy, but for coffee I need cream! But no worries, the chicken/waffles were fire! (they were brought while the eggs were still at the table but ok. There was syrup and honey hot sauce for the chicken. The presentation was nice, the chicken was moist but not greasy. We got boxes to take home. One of the owners/managers stopped by to chat, which was a nice touch. There was a dj with present but not overwhelming light music. The atmosphere was relaxed. One of my party was doing dry January, but I did get a mimosa with peach and mango juice. It was so good, next time I want to try a champagne flight. While the food was good, but the dishes could have been cleared faster, and the beverages were not very hot, but why focus on coffee at a wine place? My next trip will either be lunch or dinner with a flight or tasting! read more

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Ah, this place has so much potential but there were several kinks/observations that really influenced my dine-in experience. First off, the wait. My friends and I had reservations at 6:30 pm and while we for seated promptly, didn't get our main dishes until 8 pm. Service was slowww despite it being semi-empty. We were also confused as the menu states there is live jazz on Sunday evenings - we were later informed that live jazz is on Wednesdays (if this is the case, it may be worthwhile to update the menu). The wine/cocktails were great - my friends ordered a flight and really enjoyed the black on black flight and uncle yam's old-fashioned. I loved my labrusco and thought it was dry without being too sweet. The food fell flat. The mushroom flatbread was a miss and the texture of the bread left me wondering if it was actually wood-fired. I don't really have much to say about the poached pear salad aside from it being a bed of greens with a half of a pear and some light dressing. My friend and I ordered a lobster roll each and even thought he specially informed the waitress that he wasn't a fan of truffle and didn't want the truffle potato chips, was disappointed to see that it had been substituted out with truffle fries. I will note that there was no up-charge on switching out the chips for the fries so that was nice. My other friends ordered the burger and shared the dish - I think (?) they enjoyed their burger but can't confirm. Would rate my food 6.5/10. Overall, I would go here for a glass of wine or even come back to try the brunch menu. Would support other Bronzeville restaurants and go elsewhere for dinner as this place is priceyyy and didn't really leave me curious about the rest of the dinner menu. read more

Beautiful ambience, delicious food, expensive wine list, and really great cocktails. Usually alive DJ, which is a vibe read more

I went on a Sunday, music was RIGHT! Staff were friendly and warming upon entry. Service is bar none! I enjoyed the jumbo shrimp with grits and a nice mimosa. Must try! read more

Bronzeville Winery - Pomegranate Mimosa - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food, the wine, the ambiance - this place blew me away! I want to come back in the summer for their patio and a wine flight and a cheese board. I tried a lot of different dishes but it's too hard to pick a favorite because everything was flavorful, and they had plenty of vegetarian options that were all well done. The rosemary potato flatbread was great and big enough to share. The gnocchi was also really good. This is a great place for family style dining - order everything and share! read more

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Great place! Great food! Great service! Great vibes! I stoped by here recently for a wine collective event, and it was so much fun. This was one of the exclusive invite only events the winery hosts. We were served wine, champagne and some delicious bites. We were all able to taste the new Cheurlin champagne and listen to an intimate conversation with Mark Aguirre. These events are really top tier. Looking forward to my next visit!! read more

Bronzeville Winery - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Came here for the first time and it was one of the best dining experiences I've had in a while! The staff is the friendliest and most welcoming, the curated r&b playlist makes me feel the feels, and the food is incredibly tasty and delicious. Get the perfectly cooked duck breast when you're here. The energy of bronzeville winery makes you feel like you're in the right place, at the right time, and all will be well. Shoutout to B who was the funniest, sweetest, and most educated server that took care of us. Thanks for a wonderful evening and we'll definitely be back! read more

Bronzeville Winery - Duck breast - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I think this one star will have to go to the decor. But even then, they had dead plants. So minus those, the decor was lovely. The restaurant week menu seemed promising. Unfortunately, everything we had is the truest definition of mid. For $60 a person, you'd have high expectations too. They charge 20% automatic gratuity on all checks, which is usually not a problem at all. But when the service we receive is extremely subpar, it doesn't come close to that at ALL. Especially when they serve the wrong orders and bring out undercooked meals and we barely get an apology. It's laughable, really. Win some, lose some - this was definitely an L for our restaurant week experience. Also the music was loud as hell LOL like what are y'all doing... seems like a resounding opinion from the most recent reviews. read more

To start, this is a part of a newly built block with modern lines. The walls are decorated with art and wine bottles, of course. Smooth, earthy jazz tunes bellow out from speakers. The staff is present and ready to serve. Appetizers: the sweet potato ribbons are light and crunchy with a dill sauce(creme fraiche). Brussel sprouts are seasoned with a miso glaze. It's a little on the sweet side, but just enough. Watermelon steak....yes, it's Watermelon . So it's seared. A side of romesco sauce gives the melon a smoky, meaty flavor. Lettuce(mache) with a vegan feta sauce as an excellent match for the melon. Mushrooms with feta come with the meal. Vegan burger hit the spot with a caramelized onion sauce, vegan smoked gouda and black truffle aoli. Best veggie burger yet!! The chef personally came to check on each table. She is personable and engaging. She has a talent for flavor combinations giving you a true culinary experience. read more

I have been going back and forth over the last week determining whether to give this four or five stars since half stars are not available yet. I decided to go with four as there were a couple of "negative" things that stood out. Note that "negative" is super subjective. First of all, the food is outstanding. I went with the burger and it was the second best burger in Chicago IMO (right after Au Cheval, yeah, I went there). We also got the flatbread and the bread pudding which both were outstanding. Its also nice to support a local (and black) owned business so despite some of my reservations below, I feel that this place should be checked out! As for the downsides, I thought the music was WAY too loud. I kind of understand the vibe they were going for and while it was cool to have a live DJ, the music was too loud to match the rest of the restaurant which was dark and upscale. The music that was played was good though! I also feel that the food and drinks are a bit overpriced. I had more of an issue with the pricing of the wine flights which was very expensive for the wines you got. I did find a favorite so I guess that wasn't a total loss. The food was slightly overpriced, but I can deal with that. It was more the loudness and the pricing of the wines that made me give it a 4 instead of a 5. Will I be back? That is a big YES. The service was fantastic and the food was excellent. That is enough for me. Maybe this won't be a regular place, but I look forward to trying this place again for brunch. That menu looks like my kind of scene. read more

I absolutely love Bronzeville Winery. This was my second time visiting and I had a great experience. There is free parking on the street so that always makes me happy. We arrived when they first opened up at 4pm. Thankfully we did because happy hour was at the bar and after we were seated, it started to fill up rather quickly! The ambience is always a vibe. It's for the grown and sexy. I live the modern decor. They also have live music and that's a plus! The bartenders were friendly and super cool. They made this really delicious summer drink. So glad I tried it! It was a hit! And just look how esthetically pleasing it is to the naked eye. I ordered the burger and it's was bomb! So tasty. You ever crave an authentic burger....well look no more. If hun haven't visited yet....it's a must. You'll love it. Oh...and did I mention it's black owned!! Can't get no better! read more

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I wanted to support a black owned business while in Chicago. I happened to be staying near MDW, so the closest restaurant to my hotel was Bronzeville Winery. I ordered the cod fritters, they had a ton of breading. I ordered the chicken -- the potatoes were charred and Brussels undercooked, 1/2 chicken too soupy. I didnt enjoy the meal at all. I eventually ordered a burger to replace my chicken-- it could pass, but nothing I'd write home about because the fries tasted like something you'd make at home in the oven. My first drink was a spicy margarita, which was not on the menu. It was weak and salty as hell. Next, I requested the Tempranillo. The wine was ok, but the pour was small. Then, I ordered an old fashioned. It was great. Overall. I wouldn't spend my money here again no matter how much I want to support a small business. It's just not worth the prices or level of service. The muni is unappealing and the deliverables are disappointing. Drinks are mediocre. read more

Bronzeville Winery - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Ummmmm, do you know what a winery is? Because there is no wine being made here. Barely a decent wine list.