Went here for the Blueberry Festival! A lot of the event was super lively; people could shop from…read morevendors, pick blueberries, drink blueberry adjacent wines and beers, and have foods with a blueberry twist on them. Luckily there was a lot of outdoor seating, so it wasn't too difficult to find a seat. I ended up getting the sweet blueberry wine, blueberry flatbread (had caramelized onions, arugula, and prosciutto with a blueberries glaze drizzle), and the blueberry shortcake. The wine was lightly sweet and not dry. The blueberry flatbread tasted more of the caramelized onions and the blueberry drizzle added a little hint of sweetness and tartness. My favorite though was the blueberry shortcake. It was soft and the blueberry compote was absolutely delicious. Although it was rich, it didn't feel heavy. I wish I had gotten another slice. In general, I've been here before and it's nice and cozy inside with great service! I love trying all the flavors available with their wine and beer flights (some are seasonal). Honestly, sometimes I buy their wine by the bottle in stores because it's actually just that good.

Continues to be my favorite winery around. Made reservations with hubs to have a wine lunch then…read morestrawberry shortcake down the road. We chose to sit out on the patio. Service was great and so was the food. I got the sangria and the wine burger. Hubs got the tacos. Love their French fries too! The crispiness and the seasoning on them is just plain good. The wine burger was delicious and probably my fav entree they have.

This place is so cute! We happened to stumble upon it at the Bartow Fall Festival and glad we…read morestopped in! They have their own brewed beers and local favorites to try! The inside would be perfect for a reception or fun get together! They even have games if you wanted to make a game night out of it! WE WILL BE BACK!

Huge space and worth a visit. We came on crowded Bingo night so it was tough to gauge how it is on…read morea normal night. I liked that it was dog friendly and felt youthful for Florida. The beer was pretty good too.

We stopped for a cocktail on our way to Tampa! Food was great- bartender was hysterical! Patrons…read morebought the bar Jell-O shots for a celebration!!

The very best part was sitting on the patio to hear the live band! I sat in a far corner so I could…read morehave the fan at my back to blow away to cigarette smoke. It didn't work! I traversed inside to place my order as there didn't seem to be service at that time. The waitress seemed off and kept making me wait while she asked the bar crowd who else wanted a drink. I waited and waited. Finally she took my order. I asked for the nachos and a draught beer. She seemed surprised I ordered food. She kept telling me I needed to order chicken or steak. I indicated that I didn't need those add one and was good with the refried beans listed on the menu. I told her I was sitting on the corner outside. That corner is where I sat, for more than half an hour, gasping for air. I was entertained by the music and some people dancing to the tunes. I really wanted my beer which never came. Finally my nachos arrived. They had a nice presentation but no beans. They were dropped at the table as she sped away. I tried to ask for my beer but she never hesitated long enough nor emerged to check on me. My nachos was more of chips and cheese with a lettuce salad on top. I was thankful for the jalepeno slices and made the best of it. After an hour I went inside to pay. The waitress ignored me again. When I finally got the bill it included the illusion beer that was never served. When I questioned it the waitress got frustrated and handed my ticket to an apologetic younger guy. I don't think wild horses could drag me back to this bar. Maybe if some friends were only willing to come hear the music but not venture inside... it's pretty sad as the music was great!

If you can't find it Grapevine will have it!! or will go above and beyond to get it!! my husband I…read morelove the bundle collections. the customer series top notch. We love that they have allocations and don't over price!!

This place is great. Whenever we need to restock the liquor cabinet- this is our first stop!…read more Pretty large for a liquor store, they literally have every spirit you could imagine- and if they don't have it, they know how to get it. Grapevine also has a great selection of bar accessories. The guys who work there are great- super knowledgeable! They used to be over next to the Lake Miriam Publix- same place, just as fantastic in their new digs.

Walking through the storefront entrance, wasn't expecting the level of sophistication inside…read more There is a working piano to the left when you walk in. The bar is on the right. And there are plenty of tables to sit. I think there were some ladies playing the Chinese domino game, it starts with an "m". Got to meet the owner Ray and he picked out a fantastic Cab for me, it was the Story Storypoint Cab out of California. Later I also had the Martin Ray and in my opinion it was not as good, but it was a heavier mouth feel and it had layers to it. They have a piano player Wednesday and Saturday. He shows up around 6pm. So they have free slasa and chips in the back corner most nights. On Tuesday the have tacos. And Tuesday there are meatballs. On Friday they have Karaoke around 7. If you like wine, or you are an enthusiast, this would be a great place to visit if you find yourself in Winter Haven Florida. They have buy one glass 2nd half price. If you buy a bottle and stay, it is a $15 corkage fee. We kind of did the math and depending on the pour, and their pours are generous, it is cheaper to buy by the glass. When you visit they your own math gymnastics. Bottom line, Grape Expectations, the wine is great. The service is exceptionally better. And if you like a mellow vibe with great wine. You won't be disappointed in this stop. Finally, shout out to Terra, between her and Ray we had such a great time. CAN'T WAIT TO COME BACK!

Small wine bar in a strip mall. Food service premade snack trays. Limited seating. Very cluttered.read more

I'm not a huge beer fan but my husband loves coming here for a couple, especially when it's $3…read moreWednesday. I enjoy their red sangria (they have white as well, haven't tried it.) which is pretty delicious. They have a food truck every evening they are open generally from 3 until 8. We have tried a lot of them and most are very tasty. Our favorite so far was a Hawaiian lumpia (like spring rolls) food truck. They are very dog friendly. People not only bring their own fur kids but will take a dog out of the shelter for a few hours and bring them out. It's very heartwarming. Inside is clean. It's really chilly for us so if it's not raining we tend to go outside. There is frequent live music as well. You can find lineups on their Facebook page. Bartenders are very knowledgeable and nice!

The traffic from Tampa to Orlando was horrendously slow so we decided to make a pitstop at the…read morebrewpub. We had stumbled across them when we were in town for a wedding back in November and they are the perfect spot to stop off and have a beer while you wait for the insane traffic to calm down on I-4. My husband got a barrel aged beer...something called Driving my nuts. It was rested in Buffalo trace bourbon barrels, and while the buffalo trace is not very pronounced, you still get the flavor, especially after it warmed a little bit. I opted for the Irish red ale, which was incredibly good had the super sweetness when you first take a sip, very caramel tones and notes, but then mellow is very quick.

They don't put it on the door but just a warning. If you bring a kid inside the store, they will…read morenot let you buy alcohol doesn't matter what age your kid is. I had a 5-year-old with me and they refused to sell me alcohol and a year before that i had my 10 year old with me and they refused to buy a sell me alcohol. I don't go to this location anymore I use the other ABCs it's only this store.

This liquor store has a vast selection of both booze and wine. Additionally, they offer a great…read moreselection of small bites and snacks. Hostess gifts are available too! Better yet, the opportunity to sample merchandise exists! Bill was extremely helpful and offered some red wine suggestions based on brands I enjoy. He also educated me regarding labeling. In the end, I opted for Imagery Cabernet based on the previous evening's experience along with the fact ABC offered a savings of $5 off with the purchase of two bottles. Our cashier was also very friendly and informed us about upcoming tasting events. I will definitely return to this location if I find myself back in Lakeland. Finally, this visit encouraged me to checkout my local ABC next time I'm in the vicinity.

A friend and I stopped by Swan Brewing after a Detroit Tigers spring training game for a couple…read morebeers and had a great time. We ended up sitting outside for a while enjoying the live music and the overall atmosphere. The outdoor space is really nice and gives the brewery a fun, laid back vibe that made it easy to hang out for a few hours. The beer itself was really good with plenty of options to choose from, and the staff was friendly throughout the visit. The brewery is also in a great location in downtown Lakeland, which made it the perfect stop after the game. Overall, it was a really enjoyable experience and I'd definitely come back next time I'm in the area.

Swan Brewing is a landmark in Lakeland. Like a beer oasis in a dessert of the beer challenged…read more There is not a better brewery within 30 minutes. Prove me wrong. Inside there is limited seating, but there is plenty if seating outside in their beer tent. I love that you can visit multiple times and still not see everything inside. I have been to Swan three times so far, and every time I notice something different. Love the little extras in the decor. For some reason the last few times I visited I was more interested in drinking than reviewing. The beer is just that good. On this visit I finally rolled up my sleeves, pulled out my virtual pencil and got to reviewing. The BEER: The Fujiwhara Effect... NEIPA 6.2% ABV... wow, so much citrus, full bodied and semi sweet, this is a perfect New England IPA Miss Bee Haven... Kolsch 5.4% ABV... crisp, clean and quite delicious I may review more next time, but this is that brewery when I visit I start drinking like they are going to run out of beer. Fortunately they haven't yet. But every time I come back I will keep trying.

Please support a local. Raj is a fantastic guy and wants to provide quality spirits at a great…read moreprice. Spend a few minutes and have a conversation with a genuinely nice guy. Will always stop her first.

Best whiskey and bourbon selection in Winter Haven. Great owner who will find anything special…read morethat you want. Give this place a shot you won't be disappointed.