Jamie is the most amazing wine. Owner I have ever came encounter with. Highly recommend making a stop here!

Jamie, the owner, kicked us out of our table. It was a table for 2 & could fit 4. We were told to sit anywhere and the only table open was the table we sat at which was an open 4 seater. Jamie started to grab our stuff, I told her we were sitting there, she said I need the table, I told her again we were sitting there. After a few minutes, we grabbed our stuff and moved. 10/10 would not recommend going there after the interaction with Jamie lol if she would've asked us to move that would've been completely different. Also, there were open boxes of wine all over the floors. All the staff members EXCEPT FOR JAMIE were great. If she's there I'd recommend leaving unfortunately. We were told by a distributor that's how Jamie is... very beautiful place minus all the clutter on the floor. read more

This business is frequently closed during hours it is advertised as being open. There are frequently signs on the glass that indicate a change in hours, even on weekends during peak times. Each time we returned during revised hours the business was still closed with a little white dog visible inside. It appeared someone was inside and just not opening on time. There are plenty of other places to visit for a glass of wine or a cocktail. We don't bother trying to visit this shop any longer while in Galena, which is fine since there are many other wonderful alternatives that we can enjoy. read more

Was a good day to stop in! Jaime was generous and friendly. Drinks were cold and portions were delicious. As Jaime said, "I love this place!" She makes it always to agree with her. read more

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Jamie's is a must stop for wine lovers. She has a great selection ranging from high end to more moderately priced. She is super informative on the wines, and we enjoyed chatting with her. Her little dog, Ted, is a cute bonus! I definitely recommend the Bellini for your next brunch! read more

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When walking around downtown Galena this is a great place to take a break. They have an amazing Bloody Mary, which is a small meal with bacon, etc. they have a nice selection of wine by the glass and bottles to take home. Jamie is a great host! read more

Seriously expensive. Paying $25 for a glass of Quilt Cabernet. Retail is $37 a bottle. Can't recommend this place.

We stopped here during our visit based on our neighbor's recommendation and really enjoyed the stop. The drinks were the best we had during our stay (see pictures) - I had the Salted Caramel Martini and my wife had the Bloody Mary. The drinks, presentation and delivery were all top notch. The atmosphere was also great, but was a bit cluttered, with boxes of wine and other items littering the floor. The prices were some of the highest that we experienced during our stay...but again the quality and taste was great! You won't regret stopping here for a wine or cocktail. Food: n/a Atmosphere: 4 Value: 4 Service: 5 If you found this review helpful, please click to show your support. read more

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Jamie is the perfect host as well as a great conversationalist. We spend most of our time in Galena with her and love to get to know other patrons. This place is the best as well as great service. read more

Saturday afternoon, party of 3. Service was terrible. I ordered at the bar with Jamie since table service did not arrive. Our drinks were 2 Prosecco's & 1 water. 10min later she asked if we ordered. She acknowledged she forgot our drinks and blamed it on her "private party" distraction. She asked where we were visiting from, we said suburban Chicago and she informed us she worked for the Blackhawk's and reported Rocky Wirtz bla bla bla. She remembered that but not our drinks. ‍ never again. read more

SO HAPPY TO RETURN! My husband and I returned to Galena for Halloween weekend after 5 years and one of our first stops was Jamie's. We love Jamie and her helpful staff and always enjoy trying new wines here. The atmosphere is lively - with a mixed clientele of regulars and newcomers. Over the two days we visited, we tried several wines previously unfamiliar to us and left with some treasures to take home. They won't last long! On Friday afternoon we enjoyed glasses of Syltbar Prosecco (excellent), Silverado Chablis, Quilt Cabernet and a Salted Caramel Martini. These, along with good conversations and some tips and recommendations from Jamie made the day special. We were fortunate to sit next to Jamie's well-mannered resident pup Ted in the back bar area for a time. Although he did not join the repartee, he seemed to like our company. We came by again on Saturday - just before noon so we'd have enough time to spend a couple of hours but leave before parade towing began. I had to have another Salted Caramel Martini! I am now ruined for any other after dinner drink! I switched to the fabulous Syltbar Prosecco again and my husband stayed with the Chablis. We left hoping to return again on Sunday but opted to head home early and get ready for Halloween the next day. We love this place! read more

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You will feel like you have known Jamie for years. She treats you like family and has a great selection of fine liquors and wine. Great prices and fun atmosphere. A must stop for my next trip to galena. read more

This is a bar and wine/liquor store It is nice inside but inventory in boxes stacked on floor give a bit of a cluttered look, On the plus side. Staff had a fantastic knowledge about the wine and liquor they had Very friendly and welcoming. Nice place to stop to take a break or have an after dinner drink read more

We wandered around Main before dinner and popped in here for a drink. It's a cozy little wine shop with a small bar at the back. We each got a glass of wine and my husband chatted up one of the bartenders about some whiskey they had on hand. Overall it's a cool spot, but I did find the prices for a glass of wine high, which isn't something I say very often. It was more akin to the markup on a glass I'd expect to see at a hotel. 3.5 stars read more

Had a wonderful time the other day with Jamie & Jimmy and a bottle of fine wine that her store sells. To be honest, our time there was our trip highlight and will be one reason for our return trip to Galena. Jamie made us feel like long lost friends as we shared some stories of people & places we both knew. Cheryl & I look forward to the time we can meet again. CIAO. read more

one of the highlights of our visits to Galena Illinois is Jamie's wine Studio. it is truly a gem and the hostess is a gracious, interesting and welcoming individual. this is exactly what you are looking for if you travel with the intention of finding something special and meeting interesting people. I'm not even a particularly big fan of wine but my wife is and she is pleased with the selection. while the wine may be what brings you in for a visit, it's the atmosphere and the lovely people who you are likely to meet that will be what brings you back time and again. Truly one of my favorite places to visit. read more

If I could give this place 0 stars I would. I typically do not leave negative reviews unless I feel extremely offended by a business. My friends and I were in Galena for a girls weekend trip and were walking around and decided to sit down at this shop where we thought it looked cute. We were immediately greeted by a gentleman who was not wearing mask and asked us if we wanted drinks. We decided to give this place a chance and sat down and ordered a glass of wine each. We were a little uncomfortable when we noticed that none of the employees were wearing masks except a new worker there but was wearing his mask below his nose. You would think businesses like this would be a little more strict on sanitation....nope. Nobody was wearing a mask going in and out. The workers would come to the table and ask us if we needed more drinks and get a little too close for comfort. At the end, the owner was so rude and didn't even thank us for coming and had so much attitude. You would think that a business owner would be grateful for your business at such an unprecedented time. Nope! She was so rude. Please save your money and go somewhere else where your business is appreciated. They also jip you and up the price in cheap wines....SAVE YOUR MONEY. read more

Charming space, but all the white trim is more ice cream parlor than wine bar. When sober, Jamie is an incredible fountainhead of wine information. When she's not, she's just another morose downer. She holds nasty grudges, so beware of crossing her. read more

The owner is the rudest lady I have ever met in my life. She made my experience horrible and horribly outrageous prices. She says you can't get half of her items from around here which is false. Establishment is a joke. I would not even leave a star read more

What a great little place in Galena. They have these crazy bloody marys, excellent martinis and a great wine selection. The staff is friendly and Jamie is my favorite person in the entire world! She is a strong woman who is holding down this trendy wine bar in the middle of Galena. It's so cute, it's clean, it has a great selection of drinks and it's fun. Don't expect to pay little for your bloody mary. These bacon bloody marys they serve are pretty intense. I prefer their martinis because they taste better. They aren't cheap, but they do the job and they do it quick. This is definitely a spot to go to when you come to Galena. I love this place and am going to make it a point to go there every time I visit. read more

Families and people with kids BEWARE! From the moment we walked in , to the moment we left, we felt berated. Normally when you have a group walk into your store, you recommend wines and be casual and fun with your new clients. This is not what happened. We were welcome to a finger pointing at expensive costs to cheaper wines. The notes $25 corking fee, was what did me in. The moscato wasn't bad, but the owners comments were ridiculous to the layperson. She was more interested in speaking to her regulars then new clientele. The last straw was when the owner made mentioned that "This was the reason she was never married or never had kids".. If your looking for a nice wine tasting or glass of wine don't go here... go to Galena Cellars instead. Needless to say the young lady at the front of the store was pleasant. That's the only reason I gave this place 1 Star. read more

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Went 3 different times in 3 days...closed. The first time we must have gotten there just after they closed..according to Yelp. The lady sitting at the table outside overheard me say "they said they were open darn! She snapped "the sign says closed " The next day we tried again after the Trolley tour, again closed! No sign posted with hours. Today after lunch we went back for the third time.. closed. 3 strikes you are out‼‼ read more

Best dang bloody mary's in the midwest! Really hit home. Service was ok. But the drinks were great. read more

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Ridiculous corkage fee. Asked about another Chardonnay that was not on their board. They just recommended one from their board, ($21 glass for a $25 bottle of wine). Other customers were drinking a less expensive wine than what was on the board- yet we were not offered any- even when asked. read more

We came to Galena because of a close friend's recommendation. He told us as well as Galena's own website stated that Galena is very dog friendly. So we decided to do a 1 day trip with our little dog to check it out. We stopped in at Jamie's to taste some wine since we are wine lovers. Before we went in with our dog, which was contained in a doggy stroller, we wanted to make sure there was no issue with our dog. So my wife went in to find a dog already in their tasting room. She found Jamie in the room and asked her if they would allow our dog in. She found out the dog was the owners. Jamie told my wife "Absolutely not" in a very rude manor. Jamie went on to say it was against local health codes. But, why was her dog there?? Talk about a double standard!! And why was she so rude? Well Jamie ruined our whole trip. So we want across the street to another tasting room and they had no issue with our dog! We will never be going back. Galena is no where near "doggy friendly" though they advertise it on their website. read more

I would have never imagined what a gem this place would be from walking by. While visiting family at a nearby city, our family decided to take us to Galena. So many cute places but this place takes the cake! I wish I lived nearby since I would rent this place out for parties. Jamie (the owner) was amazing. Great place, have your family drive you home. read more

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Word on the Main Street is Jamie's is the place to meet others in town. So I took the locals up on the challenge. While spending a weekend planning our wedding in Jo Davies County, my fiancee and I popped in to Jamie's. Often are drawn to Galena's various wineries like Galena Cellars (http://www.yelp.com/biz/galena-cellars-vineyard-galena#hrid:xDTSIjbsxMdyaq1ZMwz5Jg), Rocky Waters (http://www.yelp.com/biz/rocky-waters-vineyard-winery-hanover#hrid:ZgK4b3UCvrWdXyvu78pyuA), Massbach Ridge Winery (http://www.yelp.com/biz/massbach-ridge-winery-galena#hrid:_1hsTqSlrInxrYeib3KRzA). After several visits to each winery, you're just scoping out a place to grab a glass of delicious wine, sit back, relax and pass the night away. Jamie's is this kinda joint. In the front is a shop packed with wines for purchase lined horizontally from floor to ceiling. Pass up the shop and squeezed in the back is a bar with a counter, roughly nine stools, two bartenders, and a couple of small tables. A great selection of red, white and sparkling wines by the glass are presented on a chalkboard. Behind the bar are large windows staring straight into the beautiful bluff on which downtown Galena is built into and perches. With the space being so quaint, the Galena rumors are true. We met another friendly couple from our hometown of Chicago. By the time we were ready to leave, we continued our night strolling Main Street, while the couple tried to convince us to buy a summer home in nearby Elizabeth. It was truly memorable evening and we will be sure to come back. Not to mention, Jamie's mascot April took a liking to me, which I hear is rare (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/jamies-wine-studio-galena?select=hc4FcL3cdt0I_IvrDMhp2A#evfCYLtLiZb4khbdMgLlfw). Maybe she knew I didn't care for dogs and wanted to prove my heart wrong. read more

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Pro's: There is a charming little bar at the back of the store with a large picture window showing the cliff/rocks/foliage and natural light. With only 6 or 7 stools, it's an intimate environment and Jamie does a nice job of playing "matchmaker" and getting the patrons talking amongst each other and bonding over our favorite hobby (drinking wine). My wife and I have met some really nice people at that back window bar. Con's: Jamie serves $12-15 bottles of wine and charges $21-25 per glass. Yes, you read that correctly. You'll pay $21 for an average tasting red blend from South Africa and $25 for a California Cab. Or you could buy that blend for $22 (bottle price) plus a $20 corkage fee and get five glasses for $42 (that's what I did). And it can be a bit off putting watching her drinking behind the bar or pouring her regulars free glasses or tastes while your glass is empty...and then being charged $21 for a glass of a bargain basement blend. Overall: Cute environment. Interesting people (fellow guests), middle of the road wines by the glass, ridiculous glass prices. Oh and no, you DON'T hold your hand over the top of your glass (cupping the opening) when you swirl. You're swirling to aerate and increase the oxygen flow not restrict it...LOL. read more

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Jaimes wine studio has the best dang Bloody Marys anywhere!! Made exclusively by the owner. Also the wine selection is extensive and a very nice atmosphere. read more

Jamie's Wine Studio - Galena - Jaimes Wine Studio has the very best Bloody Marys, anywhere!! Their wine selection is extensive. And the atmosphere is eclectic and fun! - Wineries Near Me - Galena, Illinois

Jamie's Bloody Mary is one of a kind=delicious! The studio is eclectic all the way around. It brought to mind misty memories of Carmel, CA. An added bonus are the well groomed and adorned, little doggies walking around and milling with we humans. Highly recommend for a martini/Mary read more

I love this place! Sure it is expensive. So what? It's a great time. Enjoy a great glass of wine or cocktail and take it all in. Jamie the owner is great. The selection of wines is outstanding, but she also can make a killer cocktail. If you had a few too many one night and you are desperate for a great bloodymary, Jami makes the best. If you are looking for a great upscale place for a cocktail or a glass of wine before or after dinner this is the spot. If you are looking to to get drunk and you want to drink cheap, stay away. Thank goodness this is not the place for you. read more

First time visitor but I will be back!!!! Jamie is wonderfully inviting, shared her stories, and makes everyone feel like a Local She recommended a very nice prosecco to my daughter and me. Lovely view of the ferns behind the bar.... and I hear it's even more beautiful in the winter with the snow.... And don't forget to ask about her service dog April... Katie and I will be back ... and we'll bring Ellen!! read more

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We were walking down the street when we saw a sign that said "Fresh Handmade Sangria". It had our attention and in we went to give it a try. In the back of the studio is the bar. It's a small, cramped area with very limited seating. The atmosphere isvery nice! The copper sheeting they used for the bar top mixed with the muslin and copper pipe drop ceiling and the big open windows showing the old limestone foundations in the back gave Jamie's a welcoming feel. The staff was very friendly. My group of four took the only table they had after ordering our Sangrias. While we were sitting someone came over to refill the pretzel bowl and checked if we needed anything else. We enjoyed the Sangria; of course, just like any other drink we all had our own opinion on the quality. Some would have liked it sweeter, other not... I thought I was almost perfect. When we were getting ready to head out they made sure that we knew that they were open until 1 AM and invited us to return. Why only four stars? Due to the size. It's hard to have too much fun when you are crowded and people are standing and around waiting for a seat or trying to squeeze into the bar area to get a drink. It does subtract some from the experience. read more

Jaime is a fabulous hostess. Having a glass of wine at Jaime"s is like heaving a drunk in her kitchen. She's a true wine expert and teaches to all who seek knowledge. read more

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I love this place! Nice quaint place where you feel like you are immediately among friends. The owner, Jamie, is very charismatic and welcoming. Great wine selections and conversations. We sat at the bar which was very nice. I didn't want to leave. I wish they had small food selections and I would have stayed the rest of the night. Loved it. read more

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Wine, martinis, good company and a dog. This is now my new favorite place in Galena. It was later in the day and things were winding down. My friends and I were on our last section of the strip looking for a place to grab one last drink on our nice day trip to Galena. To be completely honest, we didn't plan on stopping by Jamie's and almost passed by completely but looked inside and new this was a spot we needed to try. Walking in you immediately feel like you were just transported to a trendy wine shop in California. Everything was designed with a clean contemporary feel to it. The wine selection was solid, and everything with he design of the place was laid out perfectly. Past all of that you see a beautiful bar in the back with huge windows behind allowing natural light to shine through. Behind the bar outside you windows you see old brick walls covered in moss that were probably laid when the town was formed. Really pretty. Everyone that was there was having an awesome time. Laughing, conversing with each other, sipping wine and throwing back martinis. We ordered a glass of wine and a martini. Then another...and another. Before we knew it our one drink turned into a few for each of us. This place kinda just took us in and we ended up chilling and drinking with complete strangers like they were old friends. The martinis were delicious and indulgent. I'm usually not a huge martini fan outside the typical dirty martini, shaken not stirred of course, but I think I got a Mounds bar martini and pineapple upside down cake martini? Not gonna lie...I was pretty buzzed by the end so forgive me if I don't remember the exact names lol Along with my glass of wine. It was all super tasty. Oh and their 'bar dog' was pretty cool too. Just hung out with everyone the whole time lol. If you need a change of pace from the typical bar in Galena, make this a stop on your list. I'll definitely be back again. Jamie and Kim were great hosts and can't wait to stop by to visit again. read more

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Our first visit to Jamie's was an enjoyable experience. The staff is very friendly and Jamie is a fantastic host. We met many like minded individuals in a friendly and elegant environment. Highly recommended!! read more

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Amazing hospitality. Felt like I was at home. Jamie, Michael and Sue can't wait to see you again

First of all I would recommend not to go to this place to every single person because a group of friends spent the weekend in Galena last weekend and first place we went was Jamie's wine studio and the minute we walked to this place the owner which her name is Jamie's was whispering about us with her friends, and secondly we asked her if we can purchase a bottle of wine, she said yes but uncorked fee was $25 dls which is so ridiculous and according to her it's the government law which we all looked for that law that doesn't exist! then we all ordered a glass of wine even though she was such as bitch and rude with us. Lastly she had the nerve to comment to my husband which he was part of the group, she said that I'm not gonna argue with you because you probably the only who can afforded to pay the bill. I believe when you are the owner you have be professional and friendly but in this case she was rude and disrespectful with us, she even make a comment that she and her brother owns a big land or property in California which who fucking care, she thinks that because she have some money, she owns the god damn world! Well too bad for your business Jamie!!!! We went to Galena Cellars Winery the same day and let me tell you that they were more friendly and respectful that your shitty place, We even told every single Bar and restaurant in Galena that you are such as rude bitch, disrespectful and not friendly at all. read more

This was our second trip to Galena and our second time at Jamie's. Both times have been great experiences. She has a very solid wine selection, a good martini list, and what looks to be a killer bloody mary. The gentleman next to me confirmed that it was, in fact, killer. Overall, it is one of our favorite mid-afternoon stops in Galena, a nice break from the heat as you make your way to all the shops downtown. We will definitely be back. read more