A hidden gem of Hoke County. I'm in town to lay my mother to rest and of course I needed a little…read moresomething to take the edge off. This is a quaint little spot with a live Jazz saxophonist and a cigar lounge in the back room. Will definitely frequent this spot on future visits.

From the owner: Come for the ambiance, stay for the taste – our medley of establishments promises an unforgettable…read morenight filled with gastronomic and social indulgence.

I walked by on a sunny afternoon and there's a wine tasting. They offered wine by the glass or…read morebottle and NO corkage fee!

From the owner: Discover Standing Room Only — The smallest wine bar in the country, where intimate charm meets…read moreexpansive selections. Offering a uniquely curated array of wines by the glass, bottle, or case. You can savor your choice at our quaint sidewalk café tables, blending urban vibrancy with the personalized touch of a local wine haven. If we don’t have what you like, ask us and we can get it. Ready to taste? See you soon!

My spouse and I are staying at a local Airbnb in town about five minutes from here and it was a…read morerainy evening so we wanted to grab a bottle of wine or two. I headed to watering can wines and I couldn't have possibly been more pleased with my experience. I expected to walk into a small wine shop, and instead I was greeted in a beautiful open marbled lobby space by two individuals serving tastings and glasses, as well as several tables of happy patrons, chatting, drinking, and snacking. I asked if it were possible to purchase some wine bottles and where that might be located and the most lovely woman I have ever met, Dianne, showed me the old wine shop space, the new space, and the temporary space while the new space is set to be open. I shared my wine preferences with Dianne, who then suggested I try the Merlot that they have at the tasting bar. She and her lovely male counterpart poured me a very generous tasting while telling me about the history of their shop and the wine that I was drinking. I asked to peruse the Merlot section a bit further, and after giving me some time to ponder, Dianne joined and discussed what may be the best option for me. Dianne was incredibly kind and generous in her helping me choose my selection. My spouse and I are happily trying our first bottle and excited to try the other. We plan to return to the airbnb we are at and are equally excited to return to watering can wines and see Dianne again! Hopeful to be able to stay and enjoy a glass on sight next time! (Sorry for the lack of pictures, it was rainy and I left my phone in the car!)

Visited this past weekend with my parents. This place was a perfect rest stop for a glass of wine…read moreto take a break from shopping around Southern Pines. Staff were wonderful and provided excellent wine recommendations. Comfortable indoor and patio seating. The establishment is dog friendly, so we got to see several dogs inside and outside. Parking seemed very available out front. Definitely stop by!

A Florence standout worth returning to!…read more As a San Francisco Bay Area foodie, I'm always searching for restaurants that care about sourcing, seasonality and the entire dining experience. Town Hall checked those boxes for me a couple of years ago, so when work brought me back to Florence, I knew exactly where I wanted to eat. I looked at other options first, but nothing appealed to me at quite the same level. Town Hall's farm-driven, Southern-inspired menu, shareable plates and beautiful setting won me over again. And I'm happy to report: the second visit was every bit as memorable as the first. We started with the house-made cornbread and honey butter at our server's recommendation. Be warned: this stuff is dangerous. Hot, sweet and almost cake-like, with that honey butter melting into it. We promptly ordered another basket. Cocktails were equally impressive. I ordered a Sidecar, and when our server asked my cognac preference, my colleague volunteered Hennessy. Hennessy it was--and it made one spectacular Sidecar. For dinner, our server described a scallop special served over a shrimp étouffée-style preparation with microgreens. Sold. I paired that with the wedge salad because, well, I needed some roughage. The wedge came beautifully dressed with blue cheese, tomatoes, pickled red onion and bacon. The scallops were beautifully seared and tender, and the rich sauce underneath made the dish. My dining companions joined the fun with the house-made sausage, another order of the scallops, and a ribeye with French fries swapped in for the creamed corn--a little steak frites moment. Everything landed beautifully. What impressed me almost as much as the food was the service choreography. Our server was knowledgeable, personable and attentive without hovering. There was thoughtful table touching throughout the evening. Our dishes arrived together, and no plates disappeared while someone else was still eating. Those details may seem small, but polished hospitality lives in those details. We were far too full for dessert, so we called it a night--happy, well-fed and already talking about how good everything had been. Town Hall is the kind of restaurant I hope to find when traveling for work: locally driven, interesting food, strong cocktails, beautiful surroundings and service that understands hospitality. Two visits several years apart, and both delivered. If you're in Florence--or passing through South Carolina on your way toward the coast--Town Hall is worth making part of the trip. Life is too short not to eat well, sleep well, travel well and shop well. Get out there and find your next destination.

They were kind enough to let us order from the menu but eat upstairs. Service was a little slow but…read moreotherwise great. Such wonderful vegetarian options! The creamed corn was delicious. Collards are technically I think cooked with meat but didn't have super heavy flavors for those that may still eat meat. Corn bread was absolutely delicious. Snap peas were delightfully sautéed in a cast iron with almost a blackened flavor. Highly recommend rooftop!!

Nice wine selections. Nice place to sit and have a glass or a bottle of wine. Small business and…read morethe owner is very friendly and knowledgeable

Amazing service. The lady at the front couldn't be more helpful and kind. She made great…read morerecommendations and let us try wines. It smells wonderful inside and has great indoor and outdoor options. This is a great spot to relax and grab a drink.

Fantastic bar with delicious drinks. Very attentive staff. Loved the space. You sit down and the…read moregroup of servers wait on you. Very creative drink menu that also includes staples.

Never disappointed. 5/5 x always. Friendly service and fantastic cocktails. Continue to highly…read morerecommend.

There was a specific type of beer I was looking for (it's not allowed to be sold in the state where…read moreI live....too high of an ABV). My partner was in town visiting her mother so she offered to pick up a few bottles if we could find them. I called the other location of Grapes and Hops, where we picked some up in November 2020, but they didn't have any in stock. They suggested calling this particular location. G&H indeed had what we were looking for and after a quick phone call, set some aside for my partner. Fantastic customer service and I'll see y'all in August when we're back in Fayetteville.

Walked in a few weeks ago wanting just the best of whatever hyper-local beers they had in the…read morecoolers. They helped me find some stuff that was just astonishing and even some really oddball choices. Very glad we stopped there.

We popped in here to start my sister's bday on a Saturday, and it is so cute inside!! Gorgeous…read morephoto ops everywhere and what a whole entire vibe inside & out. Lots of drink choices and a few apps to choose from. We got a Shiraz & prosecco with the spinach artichoke dip (delicious!), and they gave me a 10% discount on my sister's glass for her bday. So sweet. We will be back when I'm in town again. This is a hot spot, and the people gotta know about this. Amazing & cool location.

Little shop on Hay street. Used to be a different wine shop. Super friendly folks and a decent…read morewine selection. Chill atmosphere but we were only here in the late afternoon. Will have to come back in the evening Santina was super friendly and great to talk with. Fellow Floridian!

This place goes to the top of my list as one of the absolute coolest hang-out places in town. Only…read moreplace to go where you can sample different wines on daily basis. Only $7 to taste multiple wines (which change week to week), and you don't have to wait a month for the next 'wine tasting'. Grotto has an actual tasting bar, plus an option to order a plate of exotic salami and cheeses which can't be bought locally. This gives Grotto a huge advantage over Mickey Fins which is set up like the inside of a gas station. Mickey fins has competitive pricing, and a very large selection, but does not do daily tastings, nor do they have a bar/sit down area. Both know their wines well, both have been friendly and helpful. Overall, this is a wonderful place to buy wines or to relax and socialize with friends!

I don't live in Florence, but I travel here to visit my wife's family at least once a year. I also…read morelove a great glass or bottle of wine and I really love it when I'm enjoying said wine in a lovely and warm place with lots of atmosphere and great people. All of this is true of The Grotto, and more. Vince and Maura, the owners of this lovely wine bar, are amazing! They have really managed to create something special. They both really love and really know wine! And they love to talk with people, from the beginner to the expert, about vino. Vince has amassed a truly impressive and unique collection of wines that you won't be able to find anywhere except maybe Charleston. And he's very good at helping people find interesting and unique wines at great prices. If you like or love wine, check this place out. I can't emphasize it enough. You won't regret it!

Great night life experience. The owner out with family having a great time. Retired Air Force,…read morewhich ensures Veteran friendly experience. Very Perfessional, most important safe secure environment. Security at the door, food served to each persons liking, so is the customer service. Definitely a 5 Star Review

Fri and Saturday nights are service industry and with that only 2 hookahs are served. One is a…read morelemon citrus and the other was a very sweet berry mix. The music was bumping and you could sing along if inclined to do so as their lyrics up on a screen. There was a $5 cover and yet for the 2 of us..my girlfriend and I..I was 15$ at the door. How does THAT math work?