Another Highway 44 adventure. This restaurant is located off Highway 44 in St. James, MO…read more I was pleasantly surprised by my experience here. The building is set back off the road a little ways sitting stately on top of a hill. The property is absolutely gorgeous. The parking lot a little dicey. Most of the patrons park to the right of the building on gravel. There are a few paved handicap parking spots in front of the building. Inside the building, the dining room and bar area are massive, accommodating a large number of guests. The decor is relatively clean and simple. I was seated at a cozy table and waited for my server. Nicole provided exceptional service. She was knowledgeable and attentive making my experience all the more enjoyable. I started my evening with a seasonal cocktail from the extensive drink menu. I always check out a menu prior to any dining experience. I knew the whipped feta dip and marinated olives were an absolute must. The cheese is sourced from a local Missouri farm. As are a large number of items served in the restaurant. I prefer to support local and small businesses when I can. This gave me an opportunity to support several all at one. The olives were a mix of black and green served warm with roasted garlic. I have never had olives served warm and will insist on it from now on. The flavors were phenomenal. The dish was generously portioned and enough to share with a small group. Or just for yourself like I did. I really couldn't choose between the entrees. Looking around at other patron's meals, I knew I wouldn't be disappointed with anything on the menu. I opted for a Cesar salad with grilled shrimp. I can't think of a time in recent memory when I've had a salad this good. Crisp romaine lettuce, fried capers, fresh breadcrumbs, and a luxurious dressing. (The salad is served with red onions which I very politely set aside as I do not enjoy raw onions.) The shrimp were the perfect combination juicy and flavorful. I finished the entire thing. I would have been remiss to not try a glass or two of wine during my visit. I decided a glass of rose' would be a good note to end my meal on. The wine is amazing, bright and crisp with notes of citrus. I picked up a couple of bottles to take home. I'm looking forward to sharing this find with my friends. I ordered a piece of the bread pudding to go. This was delicious and was a perfect treat later in my evening. I had a very enjoyable experience. The service was excellent and friendly. The food delicious from start to finish. The wine and cocktails paired well with the menu offerings. The cozy atmosphere made this a perfect evening.

Wish I took a pic of my SMW burger. It was great. Juicy and full of flavor. The chips were also…read moregreat. This is a place we will definitely stop at again when on our way to the lake. My wife had the Truffle ravioli and she said it was also great.

You 'n me + fine wines + picnic = nice time at St. James Winery!…read more - - - - - - - - August, 2025 Visit My wonderful wife planned a getaway to Branson Labor Day weekend 2025, and we had a great time. Our second stop: St. James Winery - - - My wonderful wife had packed snacks for the drive and we decided to stop in St. James. Inside we learned they offer wine flights. We selected red and white and a fruity special summer wine: - 38 degrees north - Project 1970 - Explorer Norton Estate - Norton 42 - Raspberry Lime - Late Harvest Vignioles All were good. The weather was nice so we sat at a table outside for the picnic... a nice relaxing afternoon. Thank you, St. James Winery! ----- ----- -----

This was an adorable little place. They have a large parking lot. Their wine tastings are only $8…read moreand come with 6 half glasses of wine. If you buy 3 bottles of wine, you get the tasting free. My favorite seasonal wine was their apple Spice wine. It was perfect for the holidays.

Clean and cute, but view is not beautiful. Conversation…read moredelightful and interesting. Wine very good

Informative sampling that was no cost. A wonderful view with a peaceful breeze this particular…read moreday. The wine proved very tasty and unfortunately we arrived 30 minutes before they were to close so I'm thinking we'll have to come back when we can stay longer!

We had a graduation party there for our daughter that was graduating from MO S&T. They were super…read moreaccommodating and their red wines(Norton and Chambourcin) were some of the best I've had in Missouri!!

From the owner: Our family invites you to stop by for a visit whether you're passing through on Interstate 44 or…read moreexploring the historic Route 66 in St. James, Missouri. We make and sell great Missouri wines: and we offer three sampling options -- Try 3 for Free, Try all 8 for $5 (Free with bottle purchase), or try all 8 and get a souvenir logo glass for $10. We also offer locally made artisan cheeses, sausage and crackers, Bavarian pretzels and st. louis-style pizza. Safe travels and cheers!

I can't begin to explain what a great spot this is!…read more It is dog friendly, it is wide open and beautiful, it has lots of live music, it is run by a family that is so very nice, and it is super affordable and tastes great! You can get a flight of wines for $5 or a glass of wine or a pint of beer for $5 each. You can even do a tour and tasting for $10. Plus, all the bottles are pretty much under $25. And they have quite a large variety of whites, reds, and roses too. Cindy, one of the owners, is so very friendly and helpful. She will go through an entire tasting with you with the highest level of patience, allowing you to taste and try anything you'd like to. Her brother-in-law also Is a gem, he himself Popsicles to all of the kids running around and let them ride on the tractor or explore into the garden. Would highly recommend if you are in the area!

You guys. If you love beautiful days at wineries and chatting with the nicest people, please visit…read moreEdg Clif. A friend and I had the most delightful time. The scenery is lovely. Arthur was the live music for the day and he played a great variety of songs (acoustic guitar). The wine is fantastic. I do not know a lot about wine, but I do know that each one we tasted (6) was very easy to drink. We shared a bottle there and I brought 2 home. Bonus: you can bring your own snacks (no beverages). I love this. I enjoy planning my own winery snacks. I was bummed when many wineries quit allowing food because they opened kitchens. So if I have to pay $30+ for food. I'm buying less wine. Anywaaaay, make a little weekend out of visiting this area and have a lovely time at Edg Clif. (Photos do not do it justice)

Our favorite mid-Missouri vinter, Tom's white wine's are out of this world good, and his red's rich…read morein flavor. Using a mix of imported and Missouri grapes, his knowledge of flavor development and combinations are award-winning in our estimation. Best wines, beautiful setting, gracious host/vinter, very reasonable prices.

FAVORITE WINERY!!!…read more If you are in the Hermann, MO area, be sure to stop by this winery just south of town. It's a little far into the country, but very much worth it! This was actually our first winery on our wine-weekend. Tom is a wonderful host. He was able to tell us so much about each wine as we sampled all the wines. He really took his time to make sure we understood the process. He does a lot of blending grapes with other fruits to create unique wines. The fruits change the tartness and sweetness of a wine. My favorite wines were Kran Rose (I'm a big fan of cranberries), Rose of Traminette (spring, seasonal), Faithful Vintage, and Berry Blush. It happened to be my birthday when we were doing the tasting and Tom gave me a free bottle (afterall, we purchased three!). Also, Wenwood is known for the Pumpkin Wine. It is a fall seasonal (duh) and he already has so many orders in for it. If it sounds good to you, be sure to get your order in early!

permanently closed, wineries are a great business in the mind, but rarely profitable.read more

I've never been a big wine drinker and I found Four flavors I really enjoyed and bought bottles to…read moretake home, good music selection and great atmosphere. Would highly recommend visiting, a little off the beaten path but worth the drive.

The restaurant was very neat...an old horse barn with the stalls converted to booth seating. We…read morewere very excited to try some of the German food since we seem to have less and less of those and it was delicious. The woman that waited on us was very friendly and we were in and out in less than hour as we were trying to make the 12:30 tour so that made us happy. The tour was free and very interesting. We learned some very interesting things we had no idea about. I would recommend it if you are in the area.

I visited Stone Hill Winery yesterday, and while the property is beautiful, the service was…read moreextremely disappointing. When we walked in, we weren't greeted at all. Several other couples who arrived around the same time were welcomed immediately, but we were left standing there without any acknowledgment. It was uncomfortable and made us feel overlooked in a way no quest should experience. I can't say why we were treated differently, but the contrast was hard to ignore. Because of the lack of attention, we ended up buying only a few bottles- even though we originally planned to purchase two full cases. We also chose not to buy anything from the stores afterward, which is unusual for us, but the experience at the beginning made it difficult to fully appreciate the visit. For a winery with such a strong reputation, I expected a much more welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. This was a one- star experience for us, and we won't be returning.