The TASTE is in one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in Montgomery, and the setting alone makes it worth the visit. Located in the heart of Hampstead, right across from the gym, this place checks all the boxes -- fine dining, great atmosphere, and an excellent wine selection. If you're a wine connoisseur, you won't be disappointed. Parking can be tight in this area, so arrive early or wear comfortable shoes. The bar itself is large and can easily accommodate a good-sized group, which makes it a great option for gatherings. read more

It's closed. The business is no longer open. This post needs to be 85 characters, but the message is: the business is closed. It was once great, great staff, good food, solid wine and whiskey selection. Run out by likely rent being too expensive. read more

I decided to meet some friends at a cozy restaurant. It felt great to finally spend time with friends . From the moment we walked in, I loved the ambience! The place feels warm and inviting. The food and service was amazing! Every dish was delicious and beautifully presented, and the staff were friendly and attentive. read more

Super cute & chic restaurant. Came with a group of 15 on a Saturday for brunch and the service was GREAT!!! Brunch and Lunch menus were available. Started with the bottle service!! For $20 you get a bottle of Prosecco and your choice of pineapple, orange or cranberry juice. Really like this idea for our group. Started with the Caesar salad! Either I was starving or it was the best Caesar I've had in a long time. Also ordered the Short Rib Pasta Alfredo. Loved the taste!!! Pretty large portion as well for a small plate. Ended with the fried green tomatoes. They were well seasoned and fried lightly. Enjoyed Taste & I'll be back. read more

Mike and his whole team are extremely professional. The service is great and the food and ambiance has always been too notch. read more

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Good service, good food, nice atmosphere. I'll definitely return but will arrive early because parking near the restaurant is near impossible after 5:30pm. read more

I had a lovely dinner here, reunited with old friends. Service was friendly and prompt. I had roasted brussels sprouts, wedge salad, hot and honey sliders, and bread pudding. Everything was delicious. I recommend y'all visit Taste; I will return on a future trip. read more

Awesome date nite place. Romantic, moody ambiance with great seasonal cocktails and thoughtful cuisine. The chefs know exactly what they're doing. And the service was okay. Would go back again during the daylight hours to see what the service is like. Also a great area to take a night walk. read more

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Food is delicious! They were also flexible with scheduling. Nice ambiance. Drinks are strong as well.

My first time at Taste was a delight! It's a grown and sexy vibe with dim lighting and candlelit tables. We snagged a parking spot right by the building and were seated pretty quickly. I'm a tequila girl so I was excited to try the 'I've got something burning'. Thankfully the spice didn't overwhelm the flavor. The spanish meatballs were do soft and savory, I loved the sauce! We aldo tried the scampi dip and that was my fav. Our server was very funny and helped us navigate our way through the menus. He even made a special cocktail for my friend since she wanted something on the sweet side. We had a great time catching up and ended our night full and ready to plan our next read more

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Food here is excellent. Great wine selection and the staff is very helpful and knowledgeable giving pairing recommendations when needed. It's casual but the food is top notch. Staff here is wonderful. read more

the only reason i'm not giving this a 1 star is because The food is always delicious but this is the second time i've had a bad experience with the staff. As soon as we walked in the door it started going downhill. The hostess was rude and was sitting there watching tv on her phone. We walk in clearly dressed up because we were celebrating something and she asks us if we want to sit at the bar? We obviously say no and she gives us a weird look like "ummm okay.." and then says "well we are gonna have to sit you at a two seater by that large party because i'm not sitting 2 people at a 4 seater." MIND YOU there is hardly anyone else in the restaurant besides the party we were sat beside so it wouldn't have mattered if she sat us further away from the party. Hardly anyone came in the rest of the night. It's supposed to be a nice restaurant and our waitress was wearing blue jeans, a sweatshirt and a beanie. Last but certainly not least, The last two times i've gone the cooks are blaring music in the kitchen. It didn't feel like we were eating at a nice restaurant at all. I genuinely don't know if we will be back. We wanted to go somewhere nice to celebrate and we left completely disappointed. read more

Tonight was absolutely the best service I have ever received. Mike was my server and he was absolutely awesome tonight! He was completely consistent, attentive and just an absolute joy to be in the presence of. This was the first visit, but definitely will not be my last. To anyone who reads this post, go and ask for Mike, he was best server, filled with energy, always smiling and the other servers were also helpful as well. Thank you again Mike for an exceptional experience. Tonight was absolutely the best service I have ever received tonight. Mike was my server and he was absolutely awesome tonight! He was completely consistent, attentive and just an absolute joy to be in the presence of. This was the first visit, but definitely will not be my last. To anyone who reads this post, go and ask for Mike, he was best server, and the other servers were also helpful as well. Thank you again Mike for an exceptional experience. To Management, you have an awesome asset in Mike. He should is the example of what type of server you all want in your establishment. The food, the ambiance, as well as the decor was nothing short of fantastic. In closing I highly recommend the pork chops. Taste has the best in Montgomery hands down. read more

We were looking for a quick meal during that lull between lunch and dinner. Taste opened at 3pm and we were there just as they were settling in for the day. The restaurant was clean and it had a very Northern California vibe with barrels and wine bottles providing the crux of the decorations. The menu was electronic and comprised of tapas, small plates, salads, entrees, desserts, wine, beer, and cocktails. We split two tapas - Spanish meatballs and grilled steak sliders. We also got the poached pear salad and the short rib pasta alfredo. The salad arrived at our table first and it was very good. The pear was soft and sweet, which worked well with the gorgonzola cheese and candied walnuts. The rest of the meal came out shortly afterwards. Of the hot dishes that we got, the meatballs were the best. They were served in a very hot skillet topped with cheese and sauce and they came with soft, thick grilled bread that was delicious. I really enjoyed the meatballs but my husband thought that they could've benefited from a little salt or seasoning. We both agreed that the short rib pasta alfredo was heavy and very one note. It needed something to brighten it up. I was glad that we had tried the small plate version of this instead of the entrée short rib portion. The sliders were enjoyed by my husband as I took one bite and realized that between the bread and the meat, they were a bit dry for me. The cheese also wasn't melted on them. We got a cocktail (old fashioned) and a mocktail. Both were OK. Given the rave reviews of the bar, I think I was expecting something a little more creative particularly with the mocktail as the bartender indicated that she could create something. Service was good but we were also the only people in the restaurant. We appreciated our server's recommendation to get the bread pudding, which was sweet, sticky, hearty, and not soggy! This was probably the best thing that we ate here. We should've asked if ice cream could've been added! I hope to be able to come back to Taste to try more of the menu. read more

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Did not enjoy my food. My guest's was ok. Service was good may return based on that to give them another go. I came in when they first opened for the day. read more

Food was great! We got a few appetizers and all of them were really good and an appropriate portion for the price. The best item we tried was the balaclava cheesecake! I didn't want to share it after having the first bite. Service was quick and accommodating. We were served by the manager who had a lot of personality! Loved the patio seating area. Will definitely be going back. read more

Taste - Charcuterie, peach baked brie, focaccia bread plate - Wine Bars Near Me - Montgomery, Alabama

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Came in for dinner while on a business trip. Miss Kelly at the bar was a hoot. I did a wine flight and tried a couple of their tapas. The Cab wine flight was good and extremely well priced for the size of the pours. The meatballs were good. The bruschetta was just ok. The cheese on the tomatoes was almost chalky but the tomatoes and bread were good. I decided to have an espresso martini for dessert and Kelly let me know they were out of martini glasses and would I be ok with a different kind of glass. Overall I had a very nice time! read more

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I visited Taste for lunch and had a great experience with the food. We tried the candy bacon, steak sliders, short rib Alfredo, and grits, and everything was delicious. Service was OK. Mike was our host, bartender, and waiter. The restaurant has a moody, intimate ambience, which makes it feel like a great spot for a date night. I'd love to return for dinner to see how the service compares in the evening. read more

My husband & I went to Taste yesterday afternoon (Sunday) around 3 & were pleasantly surprised. There was a guy w/black hair behind the bar who greeted us nicely & seated us immediately. They had just opened & he actually waited on us. Must say that he was one of the best servers I've encountered & we eat out a lot! Friendly, personable, offered us suggestions from the menu/his favorites & his honest opinion. Food: good! Temperature was good, flavor was spot on, timing was perfect. Upon leaving, they (our server & a manager I think) wished us well & thanked us for coming in. Now that's good customer service - top notch. Check out Taste; you won't regret it read more

This was my first experience with brunch at Taste. Very nice experience. The food is well prepared and the servings are right sized. The atmosphere is pleasant and outside patio dining is available. Their service is excellent. All around great experience. read more

This restaurant is fantastic! The cuisine is superb, and the staff is both speedy and welcoming. The outdoor seating with a heater creates a great atmosphere. I highly suggest giving it a try. read more

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Service was really nice. I enjoyed the laid back, quiet atmosphere as well as my food. Everything was really nice. read more

Taste - Grilled filet, mashed potatoes, zucchini and squash. - Wine Bars Near Me - Montgomery, Alabama

The food left much to be desired. The short rib was mostly fat. The mashed potatoes tasted as if they were from box with white cheddar powder. The hot honey chicken was mostly skin with vey little chicken. The meatballs were tasteless meat with sauce thrown on top. Our server, Benny, was phenomenal!!! The ambiance indoors was nice. We were ready to pay and leave and our server suggested to show the manager our plates and manager's response was there is nothing they can do and did not come out to speak to us. read more

Pros: Ambiance Service Wine selection Conducive to conversation Good first date Weekly drink night read more

We came for a birthday celebration and had a fantastic dinner. You can always count on great food, libations and customer service at Taste!! Everything was absolutely delicious. Staff are so friendly and attentive. The decor is classy. Would absolutely go there again. I think the pricing was definitely competitive...the food was worth it. It was so fresh and well made. read more

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Great service and exceptional food! Cocktails are perfect too! Don't miss out on this one!!

10 stars, actually. So, my friend and I road tripped down to Montgomery from Nashville for a concert this weekend and we on the hunt for a nice dinner. Actually just found this place by playing around on Google maps... and so glad we did. I cannot say enough amazing things of Taste. First and foremost, our waiter, Josh, deserves a raise and all the kudos. He brought us three samples of red wine based on what we told him we were looking for. Blind taste test. After telling him which we prefer and which we didn't like he knew something was off based on our dislike of the first. He took it to the back, smelled it and tasted it for himself, and brought us a fresh sample of the same. After retrying it, it is safe to say it's the best red I've ever had. We got the bottle. For food we ordered the Caesar salad, the bacon and goat cheese flatbread, and the charcuterie plate with a Gouda and Cave Aged Cheddar. All out of this world. Service, as mentioned before, is tops here! It's location is in a little tucked away area of the city with super easy parking. Ambiance is just lovely. Dimly lit with the perfect romantic/chill vibe. Great date spot. Great take your parents spot. Great happy hour with friends spot. Just a great spot. Should I find myself in Montgomery again I will be back to Taste. Thank you for a great evening! read more

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Another banger from Taste, this is my 2nd time going to Taste. The whine selection is huge even though I'm not a drinker, as someone who works in hospitality it's very impressive. They also have mixed drinks and even served my sister a mocktail since our family doesn't drink. I had the steak which was wonderful and for dessert the bread pudding which is clearly their best dessert after we tried a lot of the others. read more

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Plates were small enough we were able to try a variety of dishes. Beyond pleased with the entire experience, I only wish I'd visited sooner! read more

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The ambiance was spectacular. The drink was delicious, food was delicious but the lobster macaroni and cheese could use some more seasoning. Please try the bread pudding because it's so delicious; it's mind blowing. I forgot to snap the photo of it. read more

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Taste is one of my favorite restaurants in the area. The food and drinks are always delicious. They have a great group of people working there providing friendly and helpful service! We went one night when there was live music, which was a lot of fun. The environment is always exceptional! Definitely stop by if you are in the area! read more

Y'all. If you live in the Montgomery area and have not been to this establishment, do your wine-loving palate a favor and GO. Hubby and I enjoyed the Pork Belly Sliders and the Charcuterie Plate immensely. Of course, the wine is the reason we went and it could not have been a more enjoyable experience. We each had a red wine flight. I cannot wait to go back! read more

Taste - Enjoying the vino at Taste - Wine Bars Near Me - Montgomery, Alabama

Look I'm no expert, but I like to eat and have a drink. This was a 1st with my Wife and bestie... same person..! We arrived and were seated immediately! This was her birthday so we got a couple of glasses of sparkling wine to get things rolling. Then for appetizers we got the stuffed mushrooms... spot on delicious! Then for the main course, she had scallops small plate and I had the Wagyu Sirloin, Absolutely perfect! The service was superb and to top it off, excellent burbon selection! It's definitely a must try for a guy with a "taste" for goodness! They hit the mark... I'll be back! Wait Wait, Bread pudding Holy Cow this guy Cody talked me into it! Got it to go! (Oh! Ask for Cody, server dude... he made the whole night super special!) read more

found this place on Yelp! A place they probably don't want found on Yelp!...... it's in the beginning of a self sufficient community.... beautiful, delicious, clean food.... friendly and honest service read more

Taste has very small portions due to the tapas concept. However, the flavor profile is amazing!

Kelly is the Bomb! Great atmosphere and she makes great recommendations! Best Happy Hour around!

I absolutely love the atmosphere at Taste! It's definitely pricey, but the food is always delicious. I enjoy drinking wine with friends and sharing a dessert! The service is top tier and unmatched! read more

Setting was excellent and so was our server. He was great. Food was very good but not as good as previous times.

If you love wine and small plates, this will make you happy. Fabulous muddled Manhattans and other cocktails are superb

Unique, fun, and enjoyable experience. Delicious food served in multiple small courses. You felt like you were dining in a fabulous NY restaurant. read more