Anytime I come here, it is a great time. The customer service is welcoming, the ambiance is relaxing and laid back & the Cheese Board pairs well with their wine. My favorite time to come is on Wednesdays for the complimentary wine tasting. I also love that they offer happy hour, the option to join a wine club and that they host events on Saturdays sometimes. read more

Montrose Cheese & Wine - Cheese Board & red wine - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Houston, Texas

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While waiting for our reservation at Rosie Cannonball, we stopped in here for some wine and a small appetizer. We asked the staff for a suggestion and loved the red wine that they picked. We also appreciated that the appetizers were unique! The staff was friendly and helpful but service is a bit slow. We ordered the butter and radishes which I thought was so unusual and yet it was delicious! Would order this every time we came! Will definitely come back - a nice little stop for wine! read more

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Montrose Cheese & Wine has been on my list to visit for some time now and I finally jumped on the chance to visit for their Wednesday free wine tasting. This event occurs every single Wednesday from 5-7pm with a new vendor each week. This week featured four small pours from Vino Vero Wines, all sourced from different parts of Italy. The vendor was on site to provide an explanation about the growing regions and grape selection which was really nice. My friends and I really enjoyed their Terenzuola Vignebasse Vermentino Bianco and ended up purchasing a bottle to share on their outside patio. We were also a little hungry after work and ordered their charcuterie board for the table which comes with three rotating cheeses, three meats, tiny pickles, bread, grapes, honey and mustard. Tasty! Inside the shop has a large cheese counter, several well stocked wine walls, some grocery items (truffle chips, yes please!) and a stylish curved bar to sip your wine while chatting with a friend or date. They have done a really nice job creating an ambiance that feels cozy and classy at the same time. While our group of four came for an after work drink, Montrose Cheese & Wine also seems like the perfect spot to bring a date or your parents when visiting from out of town. Take note that the shop does get busy closer to 6pm on the tasting night so try to arrive early! Parking is tight, being located in the heart of Montrose but they do have a few dedicated spots out front, free valet around the corner, and Biscuit spots can be utilized after hours when the shop is closed (after 5pm). Cheers! read more

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Wine Wednesday? Yes please! Cute little wine bar in Montrose. Parking is... let's just say selective. Tiny lot in front, valet next door, and if you hit street parking, consider it divine intervention. I went on a Wednesday aka free wine tasting day (yes, you read that right). Jake walked us through 4 Italian wines, all available for purchase. The standout for me was The Mandirola 1913 'Derthona' Colli Tortonesi Timorasso DOC 2022 from Piedmont, Italy. Fancy name, fabulous taste. Seating is cozy inside, with a patio for those who like fresh air and people watching. Luckily, we had perfect weather with a breezy assist. The menu? A playground of wines, cheeses, and snacks. Our server, (Don)Cornelius , was attentive, and full of good recommendations. Unfortunately on Wednesdays they skip the usual wine flight ($25 for 4 pours) because of the tasting. We grabbed a few glasses anyway and ordered Burrata, Cheese & Charcuterie Board; 3 cheeses, 3 cured meats, grapes, honey, mustard, cornichons, baguette slices and a warm brie with blueberries that honestly deserves its own standing ovation. Service was A+. Drinks and boards, Chef's kiss and Vibe were Perfect for catching up with friends, rolling solo, or a date night. read more

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Montrose Cheese & Wine is one of the most chill wine bars to visit in the city. The staff is very knowledgeable and when the weather is nice, it has a beautiful and relaxing patio to sit and enjoy a glass or two. This visit, I wanted to check out their Happy Hour, where you get 50% off the entire menu, can't be that! I chose the wine flight which costs $12.50 on HH and consists of 4 glasses, 2 oz pours. I went with 1 Brut, 1 Brut Rosé, 1 White and 1 Flat Rosé. Also got the Cheese & Charcuterie Board for $16 on HH, which was divine! Instead of grapes, it came with green apples. Also tried the Tarta de Queso or Basque Cheesecake for $6 on HH, which was just ok. The bitter orange Marmalade was not for me. I prefer the Oatmeal Cream pies and will stick to that one next time (they were sold out when I went). All in all, I've definitely return but go during Happy Hour for a great value and great service! read more

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I love charcuterie and this place did not disappoint. The service staff was great, they were on point with the charcuterie and wine pairings. They have such a quaint indoor setting but the patio is definitely a nice spot to enjoy the outdoors. It's a calm spot to enjoy a nice low key date or friend catch up session. Only thing I would say is the jasmine roll in the dessert menu is not that great but O M G the mixed berry tart is fabulous. If I didnt share I would have eaten it all myself! Hopefully this will be in my rotation! read more

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Located in montrose. Has valet and street parking. There is a parking lot but limit space. This might be one of my new go to spots on Wednesday. Every Wednesday they have free wine tasting from 5-7pm. It's a cute and quaint place. Love the ambiance and atmosphere. The waiters are amazing and knowledgeable. I will definitely be coming back read more

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My favorite wine bar! Staff is always very friendly and helpful. I love the music they play in the shop and it's always such a fun place to stop by to clear my head, get a coffee, pastry, glass of wine, and the sandwich of the day. Must try! read more

Montrose Cheese & Wine - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Houston, Texas

They have a small but very appealing menu of wines by the glass and different snacky things such as charcuterie, cheeses, pastries, and a rotating sandwich of the day. They also have an extensive supply of retail wines in their shop, and best of all there is no corkage fee so you're welcome to enjoy the bottle right there and take home whatever you don't finish. The outside patio is also a great place to sit and enjoy your sips The service was friendly, when I walked in they were happy to explain everything to me. Feel free to just sit and everything is full service. read more

Montrose Cheese & Wine - Rosé wine and the meat and charcuterie board - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Houston, Texas

Quaint and friendly, Montrose Cheese and wine greeted us with open arms. For a Saturday afternoon, it was empty. Look now...I mean, it was okay. The premier wine flight offers zero flexibility for preference. Each glass was peppered with cork and none stood out as something memorable. They brought us more bread, which was appreciated. There's bar seating inside, but it's limited and the outdoor seating offers chairs with backs. Not a lot of options. Could be better, but it's not. read more

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I'm fairly new to the wine and cheese tasting game, but me and my friend had such a great experience here! Let me start off with saying that the staff here was so friendly. My friend and I were a little bit indecisive when it came to our wine flight and actually asked if they could just pick some of their top sellers for us. Not only did they pick them out, but they also explained to us what was what and gave us a little backstory on our cheese board! I can't remember the name but the cheese in the small round bowl was supposedly a top seller and ohhh my gosh I see why. Perfectly creamy! If they ship I will be ordering it directly to my house. They had indoor as well as outdoor seating, and the inside is so picturesque with all the wine bottles on the wall. This was a great place for our girls night and the setting would honestly be great for a date night too. Go check them out! read more

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It's a small intimate spot with a nice wine selection and great cheeses. The servers are friendly and knowledgeable. I went there last week and I'm coming back again. It's definitely a favorite for wine tasting.. I only wish there was more seating indoors. read more

I attended a free tasting here and ended up staying for a while and buying a bottle. The service was great. I really enjoyed a rose that was part of the tasting but it was a bit too costly. Cornelius was super helpful and gave a more affordable recommendation. The place is a bit small inside but the patio is nice. Also, the chips that they sell are AMAZING. The black truffle and ham are the best. read more

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I was too late for the raclette so I had to pivot. Sat at the bar and enjoyed the white wine flight, radishes and butter, olives, and burrata. Great presentation and sides of sea salt and olive oil. Glorious! read more

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Came on a Wednesday for a Free wine tasting. 1st thing the parking here is free street parking or complimentary valet parking. 2nd thing the place has indoors and outdoor seating. They have a large selection of wine that can only be found here, and they have a great selection of cheese. They also have a nice selection of delicious desserts. The wine tasting was nice as we started inside then went outside for 2 tastings and then went back inside for the last 2 tastings. This place is located in the same building as Rosie's Cannonball, so after the wine tasting we went there for dinner. Great Wednesday night. We did purchase a lovely wine. Next time we will buy some cheese. Make sure to register online for the wine tasting. 1st time here but it will not be the last time here. read more

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Love the cheese board and flight options every time I come here. Service has been hit or miss with certain staff, but it is a seat yourself location. You are able to purchase a cheese or wine to enjoy there or take home which has helped in a pinch if we didn't love a selection given. Do not recommend for groups over 4, there just isn't enough seating. read more

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When I saw this racklette event on 365 Things To Do Houston, I was so excited for a cute cheese and wine day. Thankfully, valet was complimentary upon arrival to the event. We saw a line of people waiting for their cheese, so we joined them. There was a bit of confusion as we saw people leaving the line. We soon realized that you can't get the racelette until you've been seated. Whilst waiting to be seated, we enjoyed some wine in their wine room. This room is cozy and homey, I just wish they had more seats available! I also ordered an apple tarte tartin which was delicious! The tart was thick and the filling was creamy with a hint of cinnamon. It was then topped with thin slices of tightly rolled up apples. I wish I had taken more pictures of the experience but between holding my purse and wine, I was out of hands! read more

Montrose Cheese & Wine - Apple Tarte Tartin - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Houston, Texas

This place is amazing! The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable about their products! They have a lot of one-of-a-kind wines from all over the world! The ambience is great! read more

Everything Montrose Cheese and Wine does is quality--one of my favorite go-to wine bars (retail wine shops) in Houston. The wine, service, food, and weekly events are a must. I'm also a wine club member, and their Scooby membership is an excellent way to try good wines out of your comfort zone. read more

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LOVE Montrose Cheese and Wine. Came here for a cute date night and sat at the bar to order a few glasses of wine. The restaurant is pretty small which gives intimate feels. The walls are covered with bottles of wine and all the different rotating cheeses are on display when you first walk in. Everything we tasted was amazing! Great portions of cheese and meats. My partner and I can be pretty picky with which cheeses and all we're fabulous. Left with a slight stomach ache (should've restrained and taken some to go!) but so worth it and can't wait to return. Thanks for a great neighborhood spot! read more

Montrose Cheese & Wine - Cheese and Charcuterie Board - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Houston, Texas

If you have not been to Montrose Cheese & Wine, stop everything and go! This place is INCREDIBLE! Seriously, this is a secret gem and I'm here to let the secret out. Their wine selections are top tier, they have an extensive collection to suit all your wine tastes.  Now let's get to the best part of Montrose Cheese & Wine...the staff! The team that works here is Amazing! Each one of the staff members I meet each has this dynamic personality and you can tell they really enjoy their jobs. Alex, is so unique he can speak French fluently so when he describes your wine, he'll sneak in some French dialog plus he's super fun. Shablis is very knowledgeable about all the food entires on the menu and she's a pro at combining different flavors but making them work in a magical way. Joanne is super sweet and very helpful in assisting with your wine choices if you're stuck in between making a decision. The staff really sets this wine bar apart from any other wine bar as they aim to personalize your experience. Also, they have free wine tastings on Wednesday! Plus the patio area is super cute. Additionally, one thing I would like to add is that this is a perfect spot to come by yourself so if you want a good glass of wine after work before you head home, stop by and the team will make you feel very comfortable. In conclusion, I would recommend any and everyone to visit Montrose Cheese & Wine for a one of a kind experience. read more

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I am a cheese lover. Was excited to try this place. Walked into good size crowd for sunday, busy hostesses serving wines. The place is kind of lux. Great for a date, or meet up with friends if you don't want to go out -out. My cashier was nice, and gave me some insights. I think I was expecting an unlimited cheese collection, but really this is more like intentionally curated select items only. Food-i got everything to go. I was curious about there daily sandwiches. Sundays sandwich was ham and whipped butter on French bread. It was ok $12, I wanted it to be delicious, but it was ok. Cheeses- I got the truffle gouda which was rich and good, but really truffle in cheese is pretty much a win no matter what, so it was a taste I was very familiar with. And the OG Belgium gouda, which was ok, I liked the texture and nuttiness so it was familiar, but it's not the typical "gouda" texture and taste so be warned, if thats what your looking for you may be disappointedin this one. My total for 1 sandwich plus 2 small cuts of cheese was $26. Not for the faint of heart I would come back to try different sandwiches. But would not likely come here as my go- to for my weekly cheese haul. Fyi- each piece is sold by weight per ounce, so keep that in mind when pricing out what you want. read more

Montrose Cheese & Wine - Sandwich of the day. Truffle. Heese, and OG gouda - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Houston, Texas

Such a fun place. Wine selection is good and service is even better. They have wine tastings on Wednesdays. Really great place! read more

Montrose Cheese & Wine - Great choice of wines! - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Houston, Texas

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What a wonderful experience I had at the wine tasting on Wednesday! As soon as I entered, I saw wine glasses ready for me to enjoy. They also had paper sheets with the names and details of each bottle we sampled. I couldn't resist buying some amazing cheese from their selection. Shannon was so helpful and friendly; she recommended some cheeses that suited my taste perfectly. And guess what? If you spend $75.00 on cheese, you get a voucher for same day use for a pizza at Rosies next door! How awesome is that? I couldn't use it that day because I had other plans, but I will definitely come back. The place was so cozy and charming, with lovely seating and decor. It was a bit crowded, but they also had outdoor seating on a patio. If you have a special occasion coming up, or just want to treat yourself, you should stop by and get one of their prepackaged kits or a block of cheese for yourself! * If I could give them 6 stars I would. Parking: They have valet service for tips only. read more

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This place was cute. We decided to go on a windier day, which was not the owners fault by any means. However, we sat outside due to limited seating inside. But I knew that when I was headed to this place. The charcuterie board was really good. The waiter did mess up my wine order and brought me a glass that was almost twice the price of what I ordered. The staff were very pleasant though. I would go back again, I would just make some adjustments. read more

Montrose Cheese & Wine - Charcuterie board - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Houston, Texas

We came in on a Sunday just to grab some cheese. The selection isn't large but it is unique. The bread was also very good. I'm meant to come back for some wine! My only issue is the building was poorly marked and it didn't see any street signs. read more

Montrose Cheese & Wine - Cheeses - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Houston, Texas

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really cute! right next to rosie cannonball so could be a great place for a night cap. we sat in the outdoor area which was nice. i didn't try the food but the wine was nice. it was busy so service took a while. i wouldnt come here for a meal but it's good for a quick drink and snacks. read more

They have a great wine selection and if you're going to get a bottle, go inside and pick from the wall or fridges. The only reasons it didn't get 5 stars is bc its a tad pricey, but mostly bc you wouldn't know you could drink the bottles sold inside for a fraction of the price out in their patio or inside. There's nothing to indicate that, but our server let us know so shoutout to the staff! read more

Montrose Cheese & Wine - Custom charcuterie board - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Houston, Texas

Great spot for good cheese! I wish there was more seating, they have a nice, but small, outdoor patio area and some bar style seating indoors. The prices seem a bit high for portions they serve but the service is great. read more

Montrose Cheese & Wine - Baked brie - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Houston, Texas

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The cutest place! A coworker suggested Montrose Cheese & wine so I had to check it out. There's a limited seating area that you can enjoy a variety of cheeses, wines, and other small finger foods. Stopped by on a Wednesday evening and it was quiet. First person to have a seat at the "bar" and was instantly greeted by the kind staff. They explained the concept while I waited for my friend. We ordered the burrata and a few wine flights. Everything was wonderful! I am still thinking about the burrata and excited to return. I will be checking out their wine tastings as well! read more

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First time at a Wine bar and I had the best time. Ashley and Andy were there helping us and they gave us amazing service, helped guide us in the direction we needed. The area was cute and i def would be back. read more

I stopped by here for an evening snack with a friend after a tough round of exams a few months ago. I had been craving a cheese board so we decided to order their three cheeses of the day, and my friend ordered the sandwich of the day. I can't quite remember which cheeses we ended up enjoying, but I do remember thoroughly enjoying all 3. The soft cheese was delicious and very spreadable on the delicious baguette slices they also provided. Our server gave us a fresh set of baguette slices when we ran our midway through our cheeses as well. I would consider coming back here for a small bite to eat, but I did find it rather expensive - the board was $18 and the cheese pieces were rather small. That being said, they have a wide variety of cheese offerings inside the shop that you can order to-go, and I would guess their wine selection is also great. Either way, definitely a cool spot! read more

Montrose Cheese & Wine - Three cheeses of the day - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Houston, Texas

Holy mackerel. Oh they don't even sell mackerel, but my goodness do they sell cheese... Cheeses Christ Almighty! This is a lovely little cheese shop, which reminds me of Europe in some ways but reminds me of hipsters in other ways. They have pretty delicious imported products as well as plenty of Am(ugh)erican Cheese, and the croissants are amazing. Pricing is really high, but it's in Montrose so you expect that. I definitely love their stuff and it's a great destination for those who want to try something fancy and different in Montrose. read more

I found this place while waiting for my dinner reservation next door. It's a cozy and fun little shop with seating either at the bar or outside. I like the atmosphere, and the staff are very friendly. If you choose to sit outside on a cold evening like today, they let you borrow a soft blanket to stay warm. They have plenty of wine options to sip or purchase by the bottle. If you decide to purchase a bottle, they offer complimentary bottle chilling. You should come even if just to check out the chilling machine. We enjoyed our wine flight very much. The cheese and charcuterie board were great also. They gave us El Trigal Manchego, Hornkuhkase Swiss Alpine, and St. Stephen Brie. For the charcuterie, we had Prosciutto Di Parma, San Gennaro, and Schiaccata Piccante. The board also included honey, mustard, pickles, grapes, and bread. Delicious! I would definitely come again. read more

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This was such a pleasant, cozy experience. Wandered in off the street because of a waitlist next door and I'm so glad I did. Huge fan of these cozy wine bars, and here the staff is super friendly and helpful, the wine selection is excellent and their logo is a cute dog. What's not to love? Could definitely see myself being a regular at a spot like this for an after dinner glass of wine. read more

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I waited way too long to come in person to MCW. Attracted in by their recent Slovenia tasting advertisements, I subsequently came in twice in one week. MCWs staff is super friendly and has made wine more approachable there than I thought it would be. Their alpine cheese winter special is so yummy, when they do the pop up. Otherwise, this is my new favorite place to pick up hostess gifts. read more

The employees at this establishment are wonderful. However, I was underwhelmed by the food. The Brie was good and melts, but I did not enjoy the not-so-sweet topping paired with it. I am willing to return to try another dish. read more

Montrose Cheese & Wine - Melted Brie dish with sweet marmalade topping. Replaced original side with French bread slices. - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Houston, Texas

PSA: very late post and only have my first impression of this place. My hubs and I were on the hunt for a bottle of red to gift to my brother in law for his 40th birthday and I remembered MC&W and decided to check it out for the first time. The 40th is a milestone birthday so we wanted to go "big" (within our budget) of course, so we walked in and were immediately greeted by one of the staff members! He was super patient, super kind, and extremely knowledgeable! I can't remember his name, but he was the greatest salesperson ever! I remember him providing several recommendations and not rushing us, but also giving us time to peruse their extensive wine selection. Since we were only "shopping" we didn't get to sit down and enjoy a glass with a charcuterie board or anything, but we picked up some dessert to go! The place is small and is next to Eloise. Tiny tiny bar area that maybe fits only 8-10 people comfortably?? I honestly don't recall but there isn't a lot of seating. They have a great selection of reds, whites, blends, international selections, and yummy bites that can be picked up to go! It's really an interesting place, fun, and if you are tired of the generic grocery store wine options, this is the place to go! We walked out with a red blend and my BIL loved it! read more

I went here right after I left the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum on Thursday November 10th. The day I first went there on November 10th it was very nice outside, located in hipster area of Montrose, and the wine shop is very popular in the area. Once, walking in there is side, outdoor seating is on the side where it's like a shaded area. I mainly went there to see champagne guru Cornelius Anthony Jr. I love his knowledge about champagne, and when I was there I sat outdoors. Cornelius was very helpful on the wine selection, informed him it was my birthday November 10th wanted some bubbly, and he suggests I try to sparkling wines. I ended up having a delicious glass of wine of Parigot Origines it was really good. Then, on November 12th that night my friends came out to the wine bar with me. We, had the Earl tea since it was very chilly night in Houston, and flight of wine. I absolutely love their service, the wine knowledge, and the staff members were just so helpful. Back, to my first time there on November 10th before I left I bought a bottle of champagne Francis Orban from 1929 that's extra Brut. I truly enjoyed my stay at Montrose Cheese and Wine shop, and my friends loved the place too. The inside was small, yet charming, good selection of wines as well as champagne all for an affordable price. Overall, when I come back to Houston I'll definitely go back to wine bar Montrose Cheese and wine read more

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What a great addition to the Montrose neighborhood! A good place to grab a bottle of wine and some cheese on your way home from work or have a glass of wine and a cheese board on the awesome covered terrace. On Wednesday I stopped in for lunch and had the sandwich of the day with truffle chips. The service was quick and friendly and the sammy was delicious. I came back Thursday on my way home from work to stock up on some wine and wine director Ryan Cooper helped me pick out a 6 pack. Will definitely be working this into the regular rotation. Highly recommend! read more

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