Unwined has an inviting lounge space and wine cabinet worth stopping in to browse. I did that on my…read morefirst visit and took home a French red blend. This review marks my second visit. I'm here to buy a bottle to pair with my holiday meal plans. I want to thank Diana for taking time to chat with me and help me choose a bottle. She remembers me from my first visit. I didn't have a chance to check out the rooftop space, but that's for my third visit! I also bought a glass of white wine for a reasonable price and enjoyed it in the lounge space. You get a small discount on your purchase if you pay with cash. I recommend doing so when buying multiple bottles as the card fee does add up. Unwined has a special spot in my heart. I look forward to returning next time I'm in Wake Forest.

Absolutely gorgeous setting on White Street in downtown Wake Forest! Perfect spot for a birthday…read moremeet up with friends! Beautiful rooftop view! Plenty of drinks options to suit everyone and restaurants and food trucks nearby for dinner "carry in"! There was also a yoga class happening, which I need to check out!!

Ambiance just great comfortable sitting and drinks. Enjoyed just laid back couch. Want to go back…read moresoon and get the summertime feel.

The inside of this place is really cool and neat. We loved the live painting and music. Lots of fun…read moredecor-- skeleton keys, playbills, theater posters. They had a small section for books and things. It was neat. The tables are really small and the drinks were just okay. We had 6 with us and it wasn't great for a crowd. Maybe only 2-4 would be better.

Super cute spot with really good cocktails and speakeasy vibes. All of the bartenders have been…read morefantastic but we really enjoyed our experience with Darren. If you are in the Wake Forest area, check this spot out. Cheers!

Fantastic craft cocktail bar in Wake Forest! It has a gorgeous art deco vibe: comfy chairs, velvet…read morecurtains, dark walls, geometric wall paper, sexy lighting. The drinks were delicious too! We will be back!

I really enjoyed this restaurant. The food lived up to my expectations. The fried duck ravioli was…read morepretty good. It had a solid crunch out the outside and it was still flavorful and rich on the inside. The steak was exceptional. Perfectly booked medium rare throughout with a perfect sear. The cheesecake was the only thing I was a little disappointed by. It was good, but it wasn't cheesecake. It was pretty much just cake with a tiny bit of cheese filling. The service was good. Our server and the manager were pretty attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. The ambiance was nice, your typical upscale steakhouse. I didn't get a chance to go into the speak easy but from what I saw it seemed like it'd be a really fun place to grab a drink

Every bite of the March Wine Dinner was pure magic. Chef Paul truly outdid himself with the…read more4-course pairing. I was so obsessed with the food that I only walked away with two photos--I was too busy enjoying the moment! Can't wait to come back for another round. Such a gem in Wake Forest!

I have lived within walking distance of D's since it opened and have only been in once for a quick…read moreminute. I had walked to a neighboring restaurant for a late lunch and then decided to stop into D's, sit and have a glass of wine. Kelly greeted me as I sat at the bar and so kindly asked me about my day. I asked her about a glass of wine a customer just ordered and she provided me a sample. I ordered a glass and sat at the bar for about 30 minutes and enjoyed the glass of Cabernet Sauvignon. The atmosphere is super family friendly, there were several families in there at the time. It's a shop, so there are plenty of people in and out buying beer and wine. There's a bar with plenty of seating and TVs. There are a couple of booths as well. There are benches outside and a couple of heat lamps. They several events from wine tastings, wine and beer classes to fundraisers.

Excellent choices of beer always ! Also wine if you are into wine. Try to go in at least once a…read moreweek . You always are greeted with a smiling face and quick service. Plenty of room for groups and outdoor seating with heat lamps. The draft list is extensive but don't sleep on the fridge choices

I visited Burnt Barrel during the Oktoberville Fest. There…read morewas live music and a few stands with local artisans. I went inside to browse the bar as well as what they sold to take home. I have been looking everywhere for Mead and this place has quite a few options!! They also had craft beer for sale which is always a plus. My husband and I ordered a few drinks from the bar and enjoyed all of our choices. Though the bar was busy, service was quick and attentive. There was a ton of indoor and outdoor seating, not including the extra tables and chairs that were brought out for the festival. I will most definitely be back when the time comes! I mean, now that I know that they sell mead, I have to come back!

I've seen a couple of the last reviews are trashing this place solely on their experiences with…read moretrivia night. Well, we came here last night and had a good time! The host was fine, the bartender was fine, there was a nice crowd and it appeared everyone enjoyed themselves. I didn't observe any rudeness on the part of the staff or other patrons. So that's the Monday trivia review. On to the place itself. It's a nice bottle shop and bar in Youngsville. They have a nice selection of beer and wine (on tap and to go) and offer some small snack items when a food truck or the "empanada lady" isn't there. I've been here twice in the last month and both experiences were positive!! It will be the occasional stop in Youngsville when I'm up that way. Check them out if you happen to be in the area.

My girlfriends and I decided to have our last wine down Wednesday's at Uncorked…read more It's located in the shopping center where Nantucket Grill is, along with 13 Tacos & Tapas. There's plenty of parking in the parking lot. There were several other patrons when I arrived. We were celebrating a birthday and I forgot to bring the gift...how perfectly that they have gift bags for wine. I let the owner know and she brought everything to me, I just had to let her know that I wanted a bottle of red. While we waited for everyone else to arrive, we ordered food. We ordered the crab & shrimp dip, two of the flatbreads, the El Jefe & the Pear Brie & Bacon. The dip comes with warm pitas, it was tasty. The flatbeds were really good, especially the El Jefe, we ordered a second one. The combination is something I'd never think to put together, but went together perfectly. Since we were celebrating a birthday we also had the creme brûlée...delicious. The wine!!! So when I arrived, my friend was just getting the red wine flight, she loved each of them. I tried the Cabernet Sauvignon, so perfect and smooth. We had the best time & are looking forward to going back at least monthly. It's super cute & there's plenty of seating. The staff is amazing, so friendly and so welcoming. They know their wines, are can help you find whatever you're looking for.

I finally had a chance to check out Uncorked while out on a first date. The location is within a…read morestrip mall and right next to a Mexican restaurant. A nice idea for plans for dinner prior or after. The Service and R&B music were excellent here but my date and I find the wine unimpressive. We decided to order 2 flights, so that we could really give everything a fair chance. Riesling is a favorite of mine so I went with that. I also had Chardonnay (not a favorite), red and something similar to Malbec. I only enjoyed the Riesling. This is a very quaint wine shop, there is not a lot of space or seating but it's perfect for just two.

I had such a wonderful experience at this tea café! Scheduling the tea party was incredibly easy. I…read morereached out via email and received a quick response, along with a list of sandwich options and the opportunity to share any dietary restrictions, which was a great touch. When we arrived, we were seated right away and asked to choose our tea flavor. I loved that each person gets their own full pot of tea. It made the experience feel extra special. The food was absolutely delicious! We started with a fresh salad, followed by a beautiful three tier tray filled with sandwiches and desserts. From the scones to the bonbons and mini cakes, everything was flavorful and thoughtfully prepared. The staff were incredibly attentive and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our visit. It truly felt like a full experience, not just a meal. If you are looking for something fun and a little different, I highly recommend trying the tea experience. And if that is not your thing, they also operate as a café where you can stop in and enjoy a treat without committing to the full tea service. Either way, it is definitely worth a visit!

Met my friends fo an afternoon tea. WHAT AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE!! The staff were very personable…read moreand friendly. Service was impeccable. Food was delicious. Chicken salad on a croissant was absolutely delicious. Ample street and lot parking near by. This restaurant was so quaint, cute and uniquely decorated. Definitely returning!

We were back at Foxcroft Food & Wine this weekend. A second, third, or fourth trip is usually a…read moregood sign. The North Hills spot ( 4421 Six Forks Road in Raleigh, beside Total Wine) feels settled in the best way. Comfortable, Welcoming, Cozy. We started slowly. A wine flight. Truffle fries with truffle aioli, parmesan, oregano. Marinated olives layered with citrus and herbs. Nothing too over the top, but generous and satisfying. The kinds of plates you keep reaching for without realizing it. For dinner, we had the the NY Strip (North Carolina pasture-raised Angus with Diane sauce and a French onion potato gratin). And the roasted whole fish (with hazelnut gremolata, citrus beurre blanc, and confit sunchoke). Both cooked to perfection, nothing missing, and absolutely delicious. What stuck with us the most htough, the service. Ben and Oscar were sharp, attentive, and present without being overbearing. They made the evening feel even more incredible. Some places try hard to impress - Foxcroft Food & Wine just delivers (time and time again).

Foxcroft is located in the North Hills area. Once we arrived we were seated right away. I loved the…read moredecor in the restaurant with multiple wine bottles on display. The business was clean and there is also a bar inside. The restaurant has a large selection of wines and offers flights for purchase. The restaurant had some people dining in but they were not overly packed. Initially our server was pleasant and attentive. I got a blood orange sparkling water. It was ok. I ordered the whipped ricotta for an appetizer to share and a burger with fries for my entree. The whipped ricotta was ok. It would taste better with some sort of seasoning in it. My fries were served hot but needed some salt. I asked for my burger to be cooked well done but I was brought a burnt burger. I took one bite but it was too overcooked. I then requested that my server have my burger be cooked medium well so I didn't get another burnt burger. When my burger was brought back out, our server had me cut into my burger to make sure it was to my liking. The preparation was better but it was bland and tasted like there wasn't any seasoning on it. After this our server wasn't as attentive anymore. For dessert we got the donuts. They were served warm and I enjoyed them with the cherry sauce. I did not like the chocolate sauce that was served with the donuts.

My sister and I went to Vinos Finos recently on a Friday around 4:30 and had a stellar experience…read more Somehow I had lived in North Raleigh for MANY years and never tried this place, and I'm so glad we did! The space is cozy, not too big, and lovely. Everyone we interacted with was incredibly friendly & attentive. We even got to meet the Chef and let him know how amazing his curated and creative dishes were! We sat at the bar and were able to be seated right away. We each opted for a glass of Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon (or two). On to the food! The menu is extensive but not overwhelming. Plenty of delicious and appealing options of small plates to share, but also a few larger ones. We started with the Goat Cheese Stuffed Piquillo Peppers & Truffled Deviled Eggs. Both of these were amazing. The Peppers melt in your mouth and had so much flavor. The Deviled Eggs had the perfect amount of truffle flavor and were perfectly cooked. Next we opted for the Baguette of the day - this one was served with Salami, Burrata, and Arugula. The bread was perfectly crispy and all of the toppings fresh and delicious; this was a perfect combination! Lastly, it was between the Lamb Sliders Trio and the Paella! I really wanted to try the Paella, but my sister and I decided that we would try something a bit lighter and the Sliders looked so elevated, unique, and delicious. They sure did deliver! Served with fresh Goat Cheese, Guacamole, Fresh Jalapeño, Caramelized Onions, and Sriracha, which we got on the side. This dish was absolutely amazing! So different. You wouldn't think to put those flavors together, but it was so great and we would hands-down get it again! All of the food at Vinos Finos was delicious, fun, and fresh. I love how the Chef puts together various flavors that you wouldn't expect. We cannot wait to go back!

I stumbled upon this cute, quaint wine bar when searching for a bite to eat on a Sunday evening. I…read moreloved the coziness of it and it was just what I needed to "wine" down before the begins. My servers were really nice and attentive to me, with a good balance of providing my space to enjoy some "me" time I came for. The wine flights are what caught my eye so I tried the one with white wines. I love that they have so many options for them. Plenty of tapas to choose from too, and the sliders and olives paired perfectly with my wine selection. It's cool that you can tell it's a neighborhood gem, because it sees like they had some Sunday regulars which is nice in a city that's growing so quickly and can easily to lose that neighborly feeling.