So darned good. The atmosphere is comfortable and relaxed. The wine selection is fantastic. The service is great . The food menu is on the smaller side, yet perfect. Salads are fresh. The Caesar dressing is light and tasty though it does have a definite anchovy essence. You have to enjoy anchovies I think to appreciate. Get the homemade focaccia with butter. They infuse the butter differently given the season; ours was made with herbs they grow in house. I have a student at Purdue and will be back here on every visit just for that bread. The tiramisu was positively delicious. read more

Imagine stepping up to the counter of a wine bar and asking to see a menu (because there wasn't one readily available), and being looked at by the person behind the counter as though you asked if she could join you in a satanic ritual behind the building. I got a blank, silent stare. The words, "You do sell wine here, don't you?" literally came out of my mouth during this interaction, because I was starting to question where I was. And I guess The Cellar Wine Bistro does sell wine, because I was wordlessly handed a menu, and I saw wine on the menu. Great! I wanted a glass of wine, so I was in the right place. I ended up getting a wine flight, which came with three small glasses of wine. I had to ask questions and initiate the entire transaction, because the person behind the counter did not seem interested in providing any additional details beyond what was on the menu. Eventually, I ordered and paid, and went to sit at one of the bar stools facing a window that overlooked the street. It was a nice little spot to people-watch. After several minutes, my wine flight was wordlessly set in front of me, and that completed my interaction with the people who work at The Cellar Wine Bistro. I sipped my wines, which were dry reds, and I looked out the window, and wondered if there was a different wine bar I could visit the next time I was in the area. read more

Perhaps timing a super busy Wednesday evening where staff seemed unable to keep up, one Reisling glass my sister got had ice chunks, another friend's French red seemed rotten somehow, the worst tasting expensive drink I've ever had. That includes Three Floyd's stouts which rival sewage. Charcuterie board was fine. Salad a typical strawberry affaire. Chocolate Torte and my Teays River lager the two redeeming qualities. It's a fun space with outdoor seating, a lot of energy and only the tiny wall bar space left for us. Maybe I'll try again but with many better places offering bigger menus, better value, and in tune service like Black Sparrow, Red Seven, and my all time city favorite Town and Gown, I suspect I'll let all the others enjoy the wine here since all I did was whine! read more

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Fantastic wine selection, organic and not full of tannins. The people working there are also great at recommending wine within your tastes. The food is fantastic! The patio amazing! And the atmosphere is laid back, quiet, and relaxing. They also sell bottles for carry out at a discount it is quickly becoming a favorite! read more

We finally made time to stop at Cellar Wine Bistro for Wine Wednesday. It was WONDERFUL. Highly recommend calling ahead to reserve a table on the patio. We had the bread and butter--epic. The butter was whipped honey butter. It was good that we decided to stay and eat dinner. We order the pizza with roasted onion, garlic sauces and bacon with arugula. It was awesome. The wine was great too. The service was on pointe, and we enjoyed our date night looking out the front window and people watching. read more

The Cellar Wine Bistro - Pizza and window seating with red wine. - Wine Bars Near Me - Lafayette, Indiana

Came in on a Saturday night with a dead (2 others inside at 7:30p) friend and it was an "eh" experience. We each had 3 glasses of wine, over a 2.5 hours time span and it was $95 (a bit steep for the wines ordered, but not terrible). Pros Selection- The place has a great selection of bottles of wine, pour (single glass options), and Teay's Brewing beers to choose from. Clean- The place was spotless and had a great interior Music- The playlist was great! Everything from Hozier to Taylor Swift to Ben Folds... Cons Service- As noted by others, the service was not the best. Could have been worse, but could have been a lot better. Seemed like the waitresses were rushing people to come in and get out, in between talking and gossiping with each other behind the bar. read more

The owners are auper friendly and very helpful with wine and food selections/pairings. Such a wonderful, relaxing dining experience. read more

The Cellar Wine Bistro - Wine Bars Near Me - Lafayette, Indiana

What a glorious Sunday morning I spent at The Cellar Wine Bistro! I was riding solo so I sat at the bar...no reservation and hoping for the best...and was able to sit immediately. Everything beginning to end was absolutely wonderful and relaxing and delicious! Watching the room of guest being served I can tell you with certainty the portions are generous. I went with the Chorizo Tortillas, as I was told by my fantastic bartender/waitress it's an item that rotates on and off the menu. The Poached eggs were not a disappointment. Sometimes when I cut into a "poached" egg it's actually a hard egg. The fresh, delicious warm yolk flow was so satisfying lol. The music...perfect. The volume...perfect. The atmosphere...just what I needed. 100% will be back in two weeks for the next brunch. read more

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Finally got to try out their Brunch menu. I got their eggs benedict which was really delicious (and came with three eggs!). The only thing I felt was a bit off was the raw tomato in there... I think it would have enhanced the flavours if they had roasted it. Salmon was on point. Their croque madame was fantastic. Definitely recommend this. My friend got their nutella crepe which was a little too sweet. Probably best sharing this with someone. Mimosa's were yummy and overall, a great experience. I'd definitely go back. Great service. read more

One of my Lafayette favs! So many wine choices and delicious unique food. Cheese boards, appetizers and desserts available. The goat cheese is my absolute favorite in town. I love sitting out on their adorable patio on wine Wednesday, sipping on my $5 glass of wine with the goat cheese as my dinner. It's the perfect mid-week relaxation point. read more

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I really enjoyed my visit to the cellar. The service was fantastic and the wine selection was varied and good IMO. I had the pan seared salmon, which I definitely recommend, and that's from someone that doesn't normally like salmon. I had fun with the wine flight and then settled in with a warm and comforting red wine from Kiona Estates. If you are like me and visiting your BoilerMaker, eventually you may grow tired of tailgate Boiler Gold... don't get me wrong, I love People's Brewing... but sometimes I just want a nice glass of wine.... I highly recommend coming to the cellar for great ambiance, great food, great wine and an all around nice experience. read more

I have been Here several times this year and last week was my last time. Every. Single. Time. Some of the staff is super rude. The woman with shoulder length blonde hair is the worst. I think the only person who has been nice to me and or my friends is a server named Brooke (I think that's her name. Not sure if she still works there? Just so rude! I will not be back. My money will be spent at local places that are kind and at least decent to their customers. read more

What a gem! This is the perfect place to treat yourself or a friend for a wonderful wine selection and delicious food options. I went in December to celebrate my first week at a new job and my move to Lafayette. This will definitely be a regular place for me. read more

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The place is actually called The Cellar Wine Bistro and they have the same owners from down the street from before. The location is great. We went here on a Saturday when they had mosey down Main Street going on. Our server was Maren and her service was amazing. read more

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Unfortunately, the menu has been revised. No longer a choice of around a dozen tapas. But a small menu of four entrees that contain allergens (mushrooms, shellfish, cinnamon). Such a bummer. Service still great. read more

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What a great spot! We stopped by for happy hour, so can't speak to their food, but it was exactly what we were looking for. We didn't have a reservation, but were able to grab a table on a Wednesday evening with only a ~5 minute wait. Since we happily timed our visit on a Wednesday, we were able to take advantage of wine Wednesday deals -- $5 for a seriously generous pour. There were ~5 different options for the special. I opted for a Syrah that I thoroughly enjoyed. Would definitely love to come back in the future (and try some food next time!). read more

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Went in for brunch on Sunday. Absolutely fantastic! Highly recommend. Excited to go back and try the dinner menu. Inside is also beautiful. read more

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My friends and I went here for Wine Wednesday and had a great time! It was pretty crowded at 6:30, so definitely make a reservation if you can. Even though it was crowded, we had great service. The $5 wine specials were a good deal and the food was amazing. We had the baked brie, goat cheese medallions, stuffed peppadews, eggplant rollatini, and the manitaropitas and everything was great!! read more

The Cellar Wine Bistro - Baked Brie with Fig Jam - Wine Bars Near Me - Lafayette, Indiana

I headed to The Cellar after a day of hiking and stopping at breweries with my beer loving husband. The space is elegant and intimate. It was early enough that Michelle, one of the owners, had time to chat. The wines by the glass menu is is small but nicely balanced. I didn't check out the full wine list as I knew a bottle was out of the question but two glasses of barbera was a good choice. The $15 cheese tray came with decisions (French, Italian, sweet or savory sides) so I asked Michelle's opinion. We settled on olive tapenade and onion chutney. It came with three cheeses, melba toast, apples, raw almonds and grapes. It was a very generous portion and beautifully presented. The melba was perfect and I would LOVE the chef's recipe. If only the Cellar Wine Bistro wasn't 90 miles from home, I would be a loyal and frequent guest. read more

Nice relaxing place with friendly knowledgeable staff. If you are looking for a small, comfortable place and good wine, try it. Somewhat limited food menu, but what I had was very good. read more

Great atmosphere! A significant upgrade from their previous location. Flavorful and interesting menu, and great wine selections. The staff really know their wine and enjoy conversing about it. What a great experience! Elegant atmosphere for sure. read more

Lovely spot for relaxed conversation. We met there for a book club on Wine Wednesday and despite the fact that it was very busy, it did not feel crowded and the noise level was at a level that we didn't have to yell at each other. Wine and snacks were yummy. read more

We were lucky to visit Lafayette on a weekend when Ethan was serving brunch. What a treat! Our group of six enjoyed the atmosphere, our not too sweet mimosas, and every menu option that we sampled. Highlights were the shakshuka, smoked salmon benedict and crispy fingerling potatoes, and cornmeal lemon hoecakes with chopped pistachios (oh my). After our meal we popped by the Lazy Cat Café and Rose Market. Great spot for a date or to meet the family for a weekend breakfast and actually talk. read more

Love this place! This is a great spot for any occasion. They know their wines and tapas! I feel like I am stepping into a whole new world when I come here with loved ones. The owners and staff are very engaging and turn into a personalized experience that makes it feel like home or visiting a friends. read more

I'm writing this review in the spirit of trying to help. The Cellar is a nice place with excellent staff and a good selection of wines. Their imaginative food offerings were hampered by a few missteps this evening. The Fried Green Tomatoes were crispy, but missing seasoning. The crab cakes were tasty, but overcooked. The Tonkatsu Lettuce Wraps also contained overcooked pork cutlet. I'm sure these can be adjusted for a better next visit. read more

Hands down one of the best meals and experience in downtown Lafayette. My husband and I ordered a bottle of wine and three shared plates. The baked brie is SO delicious! We also got the red wine poached sausage and polenta and the lamb kebabs, both amazing as well! Maren was our server and she was so sweet! We will definitely be back. read more

Love the new space. We had the goat cheese with romesco. Very nice although I'd prefer toasts vs the bread but still very good. Also some filled phyllo pastry that was wonderful. Of course the wine selection was excellent and some good beer options read more

Stopped by early afternoon to share some wine with my hubby. Beautiful decor, wonderful staff (the owners I believe). Would highly recommend! The food looked amazing although we were just drinking read more

Excellent, friendly service and beautiful decor. We loved the light, shareable small plates and can't wait to try brunch here.

We loved this place! Ambiance was nice and the selection was refreshing. We definitely recommend this for anyone looking for a night out.

I have heard this over and over from others. The owner seemed so put off by our visit. 2 business ladies & men. Plenty of $$ to spend. Not sure what these two sisters think of their customers. read more

A good selection of wine and nice pairings as far as food goes. No complaints, just a small space