I stopped by Chicago Winery on a Wednesday early evening solo and was able to sit at the bar without reservation. I was blown away by the ambiance and decor. Chicago Winery prioritizes upscale and intimacy but their service is personable and friendly allowing you to feel right at home. On Wednesday they offer a Happy Hour special, $5 off a tasting and $10 wine by the glass. The server as extremely kind, and was able to offer me some suggestions based on my personal palate and wine interests. I landed on the Winemaker's Tasting, which included 4, one ounce pours, including Blancs de Blancs, Albarino, Barbera and Merlot. I paired the tasting with the a BYOB board. From their menu I picked the olives, Afterglow, and the Tempesta Guanciale. The server was educated on the wines was able to walk me through the tasting and pairings but gave me independence and autonomy to enjoy at my own leisure and pace. I highly enjoyed my visit and absolutely will be returning to dine in, as well as to get a winery tour! read more

Was gifted the wine tasting and tour for my birthday which was a very fun experience. Great deal to buy wine after. I preferred the whites and was disappointed by the reds. We had the date package and ate at the restaurant after. I recommend the pork schnitzel and pierogis. We ordered four shareables but weren't blown away by the butternut squash fondue and gougeres. Loved our hostess for the wine tasting, but wish there was more guidance on tasting notes and wine terminology. I'd recommend though to any wine lovers, I still learned a lot! read more

Chicago Winery - Wineries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We did the wine tasting experience and had a great time! The tasting included five wines paired with some crackers, cheese, olives, and prosciutto. The person leading the tasting was very engaging and walked us through what to look for when sampling wines. We were part of a small group but everyone was engaged in the experience. It was very relaxed and enjoyable. This is such a great thing to do in the city! read more

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I have been here quite a few times, but it has been over 6 months since I'd last visited. We came in on Friday night during the coldest day in Chicago history, and the heat wasn't working! Pretty crazy so we luckily were able to grab a spot by their cozy fireplace. Unfortunately they no longer serve cocktails or food either. Just wine and beer. read more

Chicago Winery - Seasonal spritz - Wineries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Chicago Winery is a standout venue that combines an upscale, intimate atmosphere with warm, professional service. It is a fantastic venue for couples who are looking for a modern, stylish space. Located right in the heart of Chicago, the space is beautifully designed--clean, contemporary, and inviting. The staff is attentive, knowledgeable, and easy to work with from start to finish. They truly made wedding planning a breeze. Chris Nehlsen was our event manager, and he was phenomenal throughout the entire process. He was so attentive, and I cannot imagine what our wedding day would have been without his attention to detail and careful planning. He was the true hero of the day when we had a mishap with the flowers, and he even amazed us the next day when one of our guests left something at the venue! Communication is clear and timely, and the team is organized and accommodating, which makes planning and day-of coordination feel smooth and stress-free. Their experience with weddings really shows in how seamlessly they manage the flow of the event, and think of every detail. The in-house wine adds a unique touch, and we especially enjoyed their fantastic champagne. As huge fans of craft beer, Chris did an amazing job with helping us provide our guests with so many options! Our His & Her cocktails were a big hit as well. For the most part, the food was outstanding, but there were some dishes that were very heavy on the salt. Our favorite was the braised short-rib and the mac-and-cheese was a huge favorite for our guests! read more

We did a the date night, which included the wine tasting and a credit toward more wine or food in the dining room afterward. We enjoyed the tasting. Our guide was knowledgeable, and the 7 wines we tried were varied and excellent. Afterward, we got a seat right next to the fireplace, which was delightful on a cold night. We tried the croquettes, the short rib, and the smoked fish dip. The croquettes were perfectly fried and were light and airy. The fish dip with the house-made giardiniera was tasty. The short ribs had a great sauce and pickle but they ate dry. Best thing? The cookie. read more

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I've done the wine tastings here twice, and really enjoy going. Their food bites are really tasty, and the wines are very good. They change the flights for tastings seasonally, which is nice. It's a super cozy vibe for the winter time, with nice fireplaces read more

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My partner and I really enjoyed our visit at Chicago Winery for HH. The decor and ambiance is absolutely stunning and the bartenders and hosts are amazing! Nice pours and great recommendations provided to us by our bartender During HH, you can enjoy $5 off tastings and $10 glasses of wine which is a great deal in the city. Looking forward to another visit! read more

Visited Chicago Winery on Valentine's Day and had the 4-course dining experience. I was pleasantly surprised. Every course was delicious. My favorite was the beet and horseradish gnocchi and I'm not a horseradish fan! Our waiter was very attentive which I always appreciate. Very romantic atmosphere as well- we will be back. read more

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Chicago Winery is hands down one of my favorite places. Do I mostly go for the wine? Yes. Do I not like cheese? yea. Did I like the burrata cheese? Surprisingly yes! Our server recommended the wine flight and the side dish to go with it - her recommendations were top tier. We had such a good time! Chicago winery is an experience not only because of the drinks but the service is always great!! Especially in the wine tasting room, the servers always take their time to explain the wines on the list and talk about their favorites too! I've been there so many times and each time it never fails. If you're looking for a girls night spot or romantic (affordable) date night venue, this is the place for you! read more

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this place has cool decor, nice fireplaces, and solid service. i wish the wine tasting was more than 1oz per wine. i wouldn't make a point to come here again but i'm overall pleased with the experience. read more

Chicago Winery - winemaker's wine tasting - Wineries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We were there to celebrate the engagement of our nephew. Nice venue with an atmosphere similar to wineries in locations more rustic than the near north side of The Loop. Tasty finger food, good wine, attentive staff. We hope to go back the next time we're in Chicago. read more

This is a wonderful venue with surprisingly good wine! They make their own wine there! We attended for a nonprofit event, and it was the perfect place. I highly recommend trying this out. read more

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Cozy, warm, trendy and upscale. I have met and was also honored to have been given a tour of the whole lace and layout. I have been walked through wine pairings and seasonal dishes and all with an interesting integrity touch do not see very often. Every chef I have learned is different and has their own flare to what I love to order---- the Charcuterie Board. It's always a little different and unique, but also made to order. I had one of THE BEST GALZ EVER, actually DRAW me and my friend a map of the whole board and what the Chef had put out for us to Enjoy. I mean this was COMPLETELY mind blowing and WAAAY over the top to do. Her name was Layah. Thank you Chicago Whinery- you have a lot of hidden talent. read more

Chicago Winery - The map of our Cheese/Charcuterie Tray ! - Wineries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I've been to Chicago Winery several times now, and I've always been pleasantly impressed! The bar is one of the most chic bars in the city, and the cocktails and wine selection are amazing. The bar tenders are very skilled and so friendly! If you are dining in, you MUST order The Chef's Whim. Each board is different, and filled with amazing meats, cheeses, fruits, and vegetables. I've also tried the skirt steak, which was very tender and cooked to perfection! Whether grabbing a drink, dining out, or planning an event, Chicago Winery is a great place to consider! read more

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I work at Northwestern Medicine and boy I'm I happy I found this gem so close by! The wine choices are Devine, especially the reds! All of the small snacks at the bar are exceptional and always pair well with the wine choices. The ambiance is lovely, giving off a fun elegant vibe. I've seen people here on a first date and I'm always here with friends after work so it's a perfect fit for any mood you might be in. Service is great, the staff are super friendly and you can count on them to help you out if you need a recommendation. read more

Chicago Winery - Perfect after work :) thank goodness for wine! - Wineries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Buying ticket insurance is Useless unless you have a Hospital/"acceptable" doctors excuse...Also, people who come in with helium balloons sitting in the front should be made to lower them. read more

Yeah....this is gonna be a no for me. 1) service was terrible in a very dead restaurant 2) The wine selection is incredibly small and what I did have---let's just say Trader Joe's 3 buck chuck is leagues above. 3) The food was about as good as a microwave dinner could get. read more

$20 for a 5 wine tasting menu. They do not take reservations, so would recommend getting there before 7. There is sitting room along with a long bar where you can stand. They have two options - seasonal and the winemaker's flight. You can also write down which of the wines you want to try. Wines are made in house and were overall pretty good. Favorites were the 2018 Cab and the 2019 Pinot noir. Wouldn't necessarily purchase a bottle by itself, but this is a great place to come try! read more

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Truly an amazing space. Staff was super friendly, service was spot on and the food was great. I'd highly recommend Chicago Winery, especially for an event. They have a great patio area that has drop down windows and heaters so it's warm, even on a chilly night. The decor is modern/classic, mixing good from the old with the new. read more

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Wow! Absolutely adored this place! My friends and I came in from out of time and we had a TIME! Delicious wine flights! Our server Patrick was great and so full of life! Will def recommend to anyone who visits Chicago! read more

Chicago Winery - Red wines (flight) - Wineries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The manager (specially the female manager staff) there are extremely rude. first impressions are everything and they will turn people away from your establishment before giving it a chance. read more

My boyfriend and I stumbled in here one night and we had a blast. They have an amazing selection fo wines that are bottled by them. The people that work there are AMAZING and ensure that you are enjoying your dinning experience there. I was shocked by how good the food was here. I think that this place over all is underrated and more people need to check this spot out. read more

Chicago Winery - Wineries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Best winery in Chicago, albeit not many overall. Majority of grapes harvested out of Suisun Valley southeast of NAPA with others such as reisling from finger lakes and zin from lodi. Tasted 10 different wines. Very enjoyable experience. Sat in tasting room where had service to pour wines at the table. The lady pouring our wines had an abundance of knowledge of wine in general and was able to educate on their specific wines well. Normally am much more of a red wine guy but their whites got my attention. Specifically their pinot gris that appears as a rose but not technically a rose. My favorite wine was between the sangiovese and pinot noir. Least favorite was petite sirah as was a bit too savory. The ambiance was nice. Large place overall, split between three sections-tasting room, restaurant then bar. In back of building the wine making can be visualized. Food in tasting room limited to snacks. Cheese plate and sweet potato chips with smoked yogurt were awesome accompaniments to the wine tasting. Highly recommend if fan of wine. Much better than cooper's hawk and edges city winery as well. read more

great happy hour and appetizers! can't speak too much to the food because we only got the cheese balls m but their wine is amazing. and just gorgeous bar and beautiful decor very nice vibes and overall a fun spot read more

Tasting room is closed on Mondays, but they have half off bottles! Shoutout Brandon for taking care of us!

I have not been back to this space since it was Zed451. This spot acutely holds some additional meaning for me as I had my rehearsal dinner here when it was Zed451. So, I was wondering how the space would be different. I went on a late Sunday afternoon in July with my wife, for their Summer Sunday series. This is where they open up their rooftop for wine, cocktails and limited food. I was surprised to find that rooftop was covered by a large pergola with skylights. While I would have liked a view of the surrounding buildings, I enjoyed the shade as it was a hot summer day. This made made for a great atmosphere where I felt I could easily relax (the wine helped too). While I was there was a dj was playing music. First, and foremost, I enjoyed the wine. You need to know they only carry their brand of wine. I've seen a review where a person commented they were upset that they did not have sweet wine. From what I was told by the staff, Chicago Winery does not produce sweet wines, and hence does not serve them. If like that trash like that, perhaps this is not your place. My wife ordered a sauvignon blanc, and I ordered a pinot noir. Both of the wines were excellent. Second, I loved the food. While their menu for rooftop is limited, all of it is made by their sister restaurant on the first floor, Liva. We ordered the charcuterie board, pretzel bites and croquettes. While the dishes sound simple they were all delicious and sophisticated. I particularly liked the pretzel bites. Third, the service and knowledge of the staff was excellent. Any time we had I question about any of their offerings, including the wine, the staff has a quick answer. I also enjoyed exploring the rest of the building. Their first floor has a wine tasting room, full bar and the sister restaurant, Liva. While the decor on the rooftop is simple, the rest of the building is elegant and sophisticated. This is a welcome replacement to Zed451, a must visit in River North and wine and food destination. read more

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We had a bachelorette brunch for my daughter while we were in Chicago for her wedding. The staff and the general manager were amazing. They went above and beyond to help us make the morning absolutely lovely. The food and wine pairings were well prepared and very nicely presented. We had a private room which they helped us decorate and it was such a great morning. Our servers were excellent and our bartender was so cute, he was a good sport when the lingerie started coming out . I would highly recommend it for any type of group event. They take very good care of you there. read more

Chicago Winery - Ladies bachelorette brunch - Wineries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My friends and I had brunch reservations at Chicago Winery yesterday. The menu was limited. We decided on the French Toast, chicken sausage, mimosas, and a glass of Albariño wine. You can't go to a winery and not try the wine. We loved everything served to us. The French toast was better than expected, chicken sausage was good. The mimosas was decent. I had a mimosa here before and it was much better. The Bloody Mary would be a very hard NO. It was the worst I've ever had. I had to send it back. Carlos the waiter made our experience worth it. Also, brunch was a bit on the high side. Overall, I'd go back. Mainly to try the wines. read more

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We did not enjoy our time at Chicago Winery. The wine was not good, the selection was minimal, and the staff was rude/dismissive. When I asked for a sweet wine, I was told there was none. When I asked what sweet cocktails they had, I was told "I only know wine- I have no idea" by our waitress. She didn't even offer to get someone who knew more about the cocktails, or at least to ASK the bartender ?? When we were drinking wine, we felt like the staff was talking about us. They were gossipy, looking in customers' directions, and at one point, even talked about "annoyances when people ask about sweet wines." Overall VERY disappointed, as this is a great location/Chicago could use a great winery! read more

I booked a tour and tasting here right after the Christmas holiday. Two hours before, I received a call saying the tour guide had become sick but that we were welcome to come in for the tasting. It was disappointing that there was no one else available to cover, but we understood as things happen. We show up to the tasting and one of the waitresses did not even know the names of the wine she was pouring, let alone any information about the wine. Disappointing. They were evidently understaffed and not prepared. Finally, the other waitress (who we loved) brought the check. She was clearly uncomfortable as she said that we needed to pay AGAIN for the tasting because we would receive a refund in the next 1-2 days for the tasting + tour package. I thought this was questionable, but it was clearly not the waitress' fault so I paid again. Two days go by, no refund. I call on Dec 30, they say that it's a busy time with the holiday and I'll receive a call with an explanation the following week. No call, no voicemail, no refund. I call again, same story. This place is a suspicious operation. You are better off not spending your money here. If you do try it, I would be weary of any promises of "refunds". read more

I was just here for a wedding this past weekend. I was in the bridal party, and left my breast pump in the bridal suite. I reached out to the management team and they got back to me right away! They directed me to the event manager Ro, who found my pump. Being a busy mom of 2 and living 45 minutes away, I knew I wouldn't be able to come pick this up. She had it shipped back to my house! Not only was this venue absolutely gorgeous, and the food amazing, but the kindness and attentiveness of the staff was above and beyond. I highly recommend this place for any event needs or a date night out. THANK YOU SO MUCH read more

We recently moved into the neighborhood, and this is now "our" place. Brunch is fantastic. Wines are special. The charcuterie boards out of this world. The service is AMAZING! Shout out to Charlie behind the bar!!! read more

Ahh! This used to be Zed 451 remember that? This is the fourth location in the U.S. and the first one in the state and this is by First Batch Hospitality. Liva is the restaurant. Had one of their cocktails. Staff and service is excellent. read more

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We didn't try the restaurant so I have no idea about that, but we did a tasting + tour when they first began doing them. We were on only their 4th tour and for being so new at it I thought it was such a good experience! Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and fun. This place is beautiful and the ambiance is so nice. I liked a couple of the wines we tasted and I'm happy I had the experience although I'm not sure if I would come for dinner. read more

Chicago Winery - Wineries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Stopped in after work. Service wasn't great (or friendly). It's a cool spot if your in the area but not worth going out of your way for.

Had my birthday dinner with a medium sized party First the food was all excellent but the service The problem was the service - it took 40 min after ordering to get drinks. We ordered their charcuterie boards that never came - when we asked what was going on the manager literally told us they had a private party and the staff was focused on that . I'm not begrudging the wedding reception going on above in the private room but why open the dining room if you know the Staff isn't available? The food came out in bizarre courses randomly given so we has no idea if we got what we ordered It made me annoyed for my friends I won't recommend it for dinner but maybe for a private event ‍ read more

Really great place. It's elevated but still casual, so the vibes work for any day or mood. The food is really good with some classics and some cheffy takes. Obviously the wine is plentiful with something for casual wine drinkers all the way to dedicated oenophiles. The service is friendly and knowledgeable read more

Love this place! Went for a happy hour and got a speciality cocktail, it was a blue mai tai and it was so good! Strong but not over bearing. The inside of this place is so pretty and the bartender was so nice and friendly. I will 100% be coming back read more

Outstanding service and ambiance. Tried every red and all were exceptional. Highly recommended for someone looking for a relaxed atmosphere and good wine. read more