The founder trio is good and so was their flatbread pizza. My mom loves the selections of wine.

The Wine Bistro used to be one of my favorite spots. I love the ambiance and the menu. We went for the first time in a long time, and I was very much looking forward to it. I was a bit disappointed overall, although there were some highlights. The ambiance is still fantastic. And it was quiet, perfect for date night. And I enjoyed my short ribs very much. But the service was lackluster. Our server seemed inexperienced and uninterested. And I know this is such a small thing to complain about...but I added a chopped salad and it was awful. I love a good side salad, and I'm happy to pay for it. It's $8 to add one to your entree. A bit steep, but in this economy, I get it. Charge the $8, that's fine. But give me a GOOD salad! This bowl of bland lettuce was not it. I wanted to send it back (I know, I wanted to be THAT person) but our server was unavailable so I couldn't. I'm just kind of sad that such a beautiful restaurant was underwhelming. For the money, I'll go somewhere else. read more

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Service was so slow tonight. The food took forever to come out. It was ridiculous. Once the food came out, it was really good though! I got a glass of white wine and the salmon BLT. The salmon was huge for the sandwich. And it was very flavorful. Just wish the service / food wait time was better..... Lastly, there was no baby changing table in the women's bathroom, which isn't up to code. So I had to go to my car to change my baby. Not great! read more

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GREAT service. Delicious food. Fun vibes. We loved the fondue appetizer and wine flights. Great menu options all around. Loved being surrounded by so many wines at the table read more

The Wine Bistro - Steak salad. Delicious - Wine Bars Near Me - Upper Arlington, Ohio

I'm grateful that the wine bistro could accommodate our party of 20. Unfortunately, I would not return to dine here on my own. While I love the concept of wine tasting and enjoying a bottle room, the food is just average. We had a sampling of popcorns (so salty- I get it they're trying to sell wine) and hummus with flat bread and veggies (standard). We had a choice between a bunch of different entrees. I had the steak salad (generous portion). My friends' chose the burger (burnt) that came with sad potato chips and another friend got the flatbread pizza that was bland. There was a party of two men that were glaring at us all night because the sound amplifies in the space. Again, grateful they could accommodate a large party and I wouldn't return. read more

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Not a single miss on the menu! Such a great variety, all with outstanding wine. Indoor & outdoor seating available as well as private dining and tastings too. Tried the bold red wine flight but there is also a white wine flight available. On the drink menu, there are also cocktails, beer, and a full wine list. Highly recommend the Tuscan popcorn as a starter. The maple bourbon bread pudding was the cherry on top of the entire meal. Perfect portion to share with another too. Staff was friendly and service was great. read more

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I was pleasantly surprised with the wine bistro'! I wasn't expecting much for the food but it was very delicious. One star off because the selection of wine to order in house in actually somewhat small. I was expecting much more. We started with their house salad which was delicious. They don't have many exciting apps, so maybe adding some more tapas or easy groups eats would be good. I ordered the beef stroganoff and my boyfriend had the twin filets. The steak was cooked perfectly and tasted amazing. My stroganoff hit this spot. I would recommend adding a slice of bread to the dish though. Overall - a good dinner! The inside is welcoming but not as many seats as it looks like there would be. Our server was attentive and kind. I would definitely come back. read more

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We went to Wine Bistro on a Friday evening date night. We made a reservation earlier that day. The Cab wine tasting was sooo good and my husband had their old fashioned and seemed to enjoy it. We had the truffle mushroom bruschetta, burger, and filet blue flatbread. All of the food was delicious and very flavorful! The service was a little slow but still very friendly and knowledgeable. read more

I went here with a group of eight and the waiter was attentive to all of our needs. Most of our group ordered the Pick Two items for lunch called the Blank and Blank. I ordered the tomato bisque soup and the 1/2 chicken Waldorf sandwich. My food was delicious! I would love to come back again! read more

The Wine Bistro - Rustic Tomato Basil Bisque and Chicken Waldorf and Havarti - Wine Bars Near Me - Upper Arlington, Ohio

Love the wine flight on the patio with my daughter for mother day and it was great. We done a white wine flight and a glass of pinot Grigio. We decided to get the Tuscan popcorn and wow what a great surprise. It is so delicious. I can't wait to go back and try other items. The service was good. read more

The Wine Bistro - Wine Bars Near Me - Upper Arlington, Ohio

I was visiting for dinner with friends and my partner. While I didn't not order any wine, we did order cheese boards and entrees for dinner. As a vegetarian, I was very limited to a few appetizers, soups, flat breads, and salads with no protein. All of the entree meals were made with meat. So instead, I ordered the prosciutto apple honey flatbread without the prosciutto and was very disappointed. The flatbread was burnt and was the texture of a tortilla with no real flavor. It was barely filling. I couldn't taste the garlic sauce or honey which is supposed to enhance the taste of apples and cheese. My partner ordered the shrimp risotto and was also very underwhelmed. My partner stated the risotto texture was very off. The ambiance and service was good but I wouldn't come here for anything more than a glass of wine. The appetizers are small proportions and the cheese boards are the only thing that would be worth getting with wine. read more

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Incredible experience from start to finish for our large birthday group. We had an incredible server that was very down to earth and knowledgable. We enjoyed trying new wines that came out very cold to enjoy. We shared a side salad along with the chicken pesto spaghetti and shrimp and risotto entrees. I would highly recommend this restaurant for a group or with family/date night. read more

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Celebrated a friends engagement on a sunny Wednesday and the Wine Bistro was perfect! We made a reservation and were lucky to get their patio. Despite being on a busier road it was not too loud or overwhelming but a cute vibe! Parking was easy, especially with the added garage just next door. And our food and wine were delicious. I love trying their flights for variety and the Summer Lovin was truly perfect for warm weather. The fondue trio and baked Brie were delicious but the trio will always be a go to - all three cheeses have a unique taste profile that's creamy and pies perfectly with the warm, soft pita! Highly recommend read more

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Really great food. Wonderful service. Restaurant is always cold, bring sweater. Loving the inside it's beautiful and rustic. I had the shrimp risotto. read more

The Wine Bistro - Shrimp Risotto - Wine Bars Near Me - Upper Arlington, Ohio

Came in a bit later to have some wine at the bar - service was excellent, and the food they had available at this time was delicious. Lots of drink options. Such a cool interior, too, Great experience! read more

So, as a wine-o, I can say I have never been here before, but wish I had. My wife goes here with her GF's, and we were kid free, so we decided to make it a date and go. Service was amazing! Quite a selection of wine and the waitress went through them all. I had the chicken tort, ,which was very delish. The Mrs had the flat bread steak which made excellent leftovers the next day while she was at work. . Definitely made it to the list of possible date sites. read more

This is a tricky review as I've been here once before and don't remember anything knocking my socks off. I returned on Saturday for Restaurant Week with a friend to give it another shot. Location and ambience is great, however the service/hospitality just really ruined the entire experience for me. Upon arriving, the host had no facial expressions and actually appeared disgraced that we arrived. I had a reservation and she (very unwillingly) sat us on the patio. They were moderately busy. Our service was the same. I guess I expect great service when I go out at a local type restaurant, and unfortunately Gaby (name on receipt) didn't deliver such experience. Nothing happened during our experience, but she certainly did not go out of her way to show any type of "service " and absolutely didn't go above and beyond in any way. The only redeeming part of my dinner was the food. I will say the Winery salad and shrimp risotto were SUPERB! I was disappointed in the presentation of the dessert we got to go (key lime pie) was just thrown in a cup, but the food...*chef's kiss*! I don't remember enjoying whatever I had this much in the prior visit I had. Keep your chef and put more into training your front of house staff. Location and ambiance: 4/5 *they have their own parking which is important to me Service/hospitality: 1/5 *DO BETTER! I was just at Agave & Rye and you can tell they are TRAINED to be stellar in this area Food: 5/5 *LOVED my food, but service matters. I likely won't return because of this read more

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We had a large group and the staff did everything to make us feel comfortable and ready for a meal. The salmon and flatbreads seemed to be the high point. read more

Very nice restaurant with a cozy vibe. Excellent food (I have had the pasta, flatbreads, and winery salad). Crème brûlée is delicious! Really good service every time I have gone. Most recently went with a group of 10 people and they were really good with managing a large group. This is my favorite place to go out to dinner in Columbus! read more

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I cannot wait to go back! The restaurant gives a vintage and thrifty vibe and is surprisingly large, though it doesn't look like it from the street. We went for an early dinner so it wasn't too busy but our server, Ben, was very helpful and familiar with the menu. He was able to give us options and recommendations for gluten free items for myself. As for the food, everyone loved it. The Juliette was a unique and tasty flavor profile that we recommend. I also got the strawberry pecan salad which was large and quite filling! My sister had gotten a burger and my dad got the salmon BLT, both of which were reportedly very good! I like the unique combinations and flavor profiles of the items on their menu and we are ready to go back soon! read more

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Room... very welcoming, comfortable Service... about as good as it comes, attentive, knowledgeable Food... very good, salads rock, all fun Wine... their selection is very broad, at most every price level Overall: if you like wine, a welcoming environment, solid food and top service... try it, you'll love it, we did. If we didn't live out of state, this would be OUR place read more

I haven't been to The Wine Bistro in quite some time, but it seemed just right for a spring GNO during the month where I'm losing my mind because it's warm and running all over town! Anyway, we decided to be classy and hit up The Wine Bistro. We reserved a table online, which was very easy, and I got a text reminder the day of. Due to many reasons, everyone in my party was running behind so I called the restaurant and they were super nice about it. Our table was ready when we got ourselves together. We went on a Monday, when they have no corkage fees on the bottles, which probably would have been a better way to go than glasses, but we weren't sure what we were going to want. So, a couple of glasses and a cheese plate and we were good to go. The cheese was very nice, served with marmalade, apples, baguette slices, and grapes. Just right for snacking. We all must have been feeling fancy, because we went all out with salads, flat bread, cheese, and dessert. It was lovely. The chopped salad came dressed, which I don't normally like, but they managed JUST the right amount of dressing. I also had the Juliet flatbread with pears and brie. It was very nice and went well with wine and friends. Finally, we had a blondie Sundae with caramel sauce and ice cream that was delicious and the right end to the meal. Our server was very nice and was kind enough to come back several times when we weren't ready to order (our fault). The ambience is lovely - kind of dim, but you can relax and enjoy your food and your friends. It's a great place to catch up with some friends over a drink. read more

I'll start by sharing the hostess was not at all welcoming, or kind. When mentioning that we arrived for our reservation (mind you, there was no wait and plenty of tables open) she responded with "well you'll have to wait until that time to be seated". No "hello", or "how are you doing?". Service was fine. We ordered cocktails and 2 appetizers, which took about 35 minutes. The food was absolutely delicious, but the services left much to be desired. read more

Always love to discover new places that I don't usually visit. The Wine Bistro have a cozy vibe and the whole place is surrounded by endless wine on the open wall cabinets. I checked this out when it is the restaurant week. So I get to taste on the 3 course menu. My favorite is the Baked French Brie. It is actually my first time trying brie, so I don't know what to expect. It is wrapped with the crispy phyllo shell and the brie itself is buttery and creamy. On top of that, the honey drizzle bring in the hint of sweetness. Everything combine is superb The Sesame Orange Glazed Salmon taste decent as well. The salmon cooked just right and pair well with the sauce. To end the meal, I got the Triple Chocolate Pot de Crème. The chocolate custard is extremely rich and dense. However, the texture is very smooth and slowly melt in your mouth. They are extremely busy during the dinner time. Given that, service can be slow at time, but my server is very friendly. read more

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Wonderful service and amazing meal! This was my first time here - met Gwen W for RW dinner on Friday night. We both chose the $30-3 course from the special menu. I also had a Peach Old Fashioned to start, and a wine flight with my meal. We split the Winery Salad and the Baked French Brie appetizer. Our server put the salad on separate plates with the bleu cheese on the side (I'm not a fan). It was a wonderful mix of greens and candied pecans with pear slices. The Brie appy was truly fabulous. It came with fruit and bread; I would get it again. We each got the Sesame-Orange Glazed Salmon - perfectly grilled, with rice and veggies. I loved it. My dessert choice was the Key Lime Pie in a mason jar. It was delightful. I'm so happy I finally made it here and will make it a priority to return. The patio looked lovely. read more

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Nice establishment on Lane Ave close to campus perfect for our alumni society Buckeye luncheon. The inside is spectacular very beautifully decorated with a private party room. Parking in the back. Ample room for multiple tables. Ladies room was super clean. Four of us had our own "blank and blank" where you choose soup and salad or sandwich or flatbread. Lots of good good with a decent sized portion. Tomato soup and pepperonis flatbread. Divine. Hostess staff at check in was fantastic. Server was efficient and nice. Interesting he didn't ask any of us if we wanted a second round of wine just brought our checks. Handed them out asking if we wanted separate. All good we all had meetings after lunch so it worked out. I'd go back for sure. My girlfriend is all in to host her son's grad party here so hopefully it works out for her. read more

Usually come for happy hour with coworkers. Had hit or miss service but it's been on nice weather days after the long Ohio winters when everyone wants to be out so can't be mad?! Also been here for regular meals, food overall pretty good. Quick tip bc there was a mixup- Mon & Tues have no corking fee aka no $8 charge when you buy a bottle here. It is not $8 off the bottle you purchase. Come support local read more

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Came in a whim on Wednesday. I saw people sitting on a patio on a day when we had perfect Spring weather. I walked in and it was insanely dark and I wasn't aware where the host is. I'm thinking I can just sit anywhere then finally someone tells me to go to the host for seating. It was my first time so didn't know how the place worked. I imagine this place is really nice in the evening and gives off a wine bar vibe. I sat outside and service was ok. My server probably only cane to check on me twice. I ordered a wine flight and it was pretty good. I looked at their wine menu and thought there would be a larger selection of wine but nothing crazy. I ordered the salmon BLT and it was ok. I would come again for happy hour or maybe even for dinner but not expecting much. read more

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I had a great first experience at this location of The Wine Bistro and I would definitely come back. A girlfriend and I made reservations to visit during Restaurant Week because their menu looked tasty and I'm happy to say that it did not disappoint. We kicked dinner off on their gorgeous patio. It's spacious and dreamy with good lighting and greenery. We ordered a bottle of wine and started on our first course. We both went with a salad and my basic but tasty "winery salad" was a great pick. Eventually it got rather chilly so we decided to move inside in between courses. Our waitress from start to finish was an absolute joy (shoutout to Eli) and assured us it was no issue. Once settled inside it was easy to get lost in conversation. Inside it's dark, romantic, and I really loved all the bottles on display. For my second and third courses I went with the cajun shrimp risotto and the creme de pot. Both were delicious and you really can't beat Restaurant Week prices. For $25, I go back tonight. However, I'd also come back and pay the normal price. It was a really enjoyable experience and I honestly don't have a single bad thing to say, hence the five stars. I felt safe there, they were following guidelines, and I even had a staff member bring me a mask after accidentally walking to the bathroom with one. I noticed and didn't know what to do and she rushed to my aid. I appreciated it so much. Highly recommend! read more

My mom was visiting Columbus, and I decided to take her to the Wine Bistro because the menu was calling her name!! What a cute and intimate restaurant. We made a reservation online, but we showed up about 20 minutes early and they happily seated us. We were able to park behind the restaurant, which was convenient. They have a cute little outdoor area that we would love to try once the weather is a little warmer. My mom got the blackberries and thyme cocktail, and I got a glass of riesling. I ordered the shrimp risotto and my mom ordered the hearts on fire salad with salmon. I also got a side chop chop salad. The salad tasted so fresh, and the risotto was SO rich and creamy. The shrimp were perfectly cooked and seasoned. Will definitely be coming back! read more

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Very good and good ambiance and the service was great. There was nice selection of wine.

I have been extremely lucky to have enjoyed The Wine Bistro in Upper Arlington many times over the years. I worked with a physician that would hold our team meetings there. It is not a place that I frequent often on my own due to the fact that the bill does add up quickly. I do however know a way to keep the bill lower. The key is to go on Monday and/or Tuesday nights when they have no corkage fee on wine bottles. That is a great way to save money. They of course have a wide variety of wines and a very knowledgeable staff. I enjoy just letting the server know what types of wine I prefer and the price point I want to stay at. They never seem to fail. One a special night my favorite would be Mollydooker wines, but they always suggest good winerys. The crowd favorites from their menu when enjoying some food is their veal meatball, the hummus trio (though my favorite is the red pepper hummus), and all their flatbread pizzas. Pick one, any one, they are all good. Call ahead and reserve a table. If you are planning an event they have a wonderful private room that they set the table so beautifully every time I am lucky enough to dine in there. Check out Wine Bistro in Upper Arlington. I highly suggest going on a Monday or Tuesday and enjoying a big, bold bottle of cab. Cheers. read more

I have been here for several occasions, such as my birthday. Right when you walk in you are in awe of the walls filled with wines and the darker environment (if you go at night). It is a great atmosphere and be prepared to be mesmerized by all the wine. I have been for happy hour also. Their happy hour specials are $5 wells, $1 off beer, and $5 select wines. They have small plates between $5-$8. In the summer they have outside seating with umbrellas. It is a cute little date spot or to catch up with some friends. I have always been able to get a seat even without reservations. The first time I came here, I had the most amazing waitress. I wish I remembered her name! She was on top of getting waters and refilling drinks. We got the meatball, melted fondue trio (with pita), chicken pesto flatbread, a bottle of wine, and a flan to split between 3 people. I will say that you do get charged for extra pita, but I do not think they give enough to finish the melted fondue trio with. I thought everything was delicious though. There is a fee to uncork your wine unless you go on a Monday or Tuesday. That will add a little bit of money to your bill if you get a bottle of wine. Bummer! When I went for happy hour, I tried the veal meatball and baked french brie. I loved the meatball! I think it could be a little more tender, but the flavor profile is there and I appreciate the plethora amount of marinara sauce to dip your baguette in. I think there should also be more baguettes to go with it, but you can ask for extras. The baked brie was delicious. The fruit to cheese ratio is off since you only get two whole strawberries and a couple slices of apples. I liked the orange marmalade that came with it, but my friend did not care for it. The service was a little slower when I went for happy hour even though it was not busy. read more

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I hadn't been to either of The Wine Bistros (Upper Arlington and Worthington), so Ann and I decided to check it out during (614) Restaurant Week. Loved this Lane Ave locale - a quaint area, across the street from shopping and just a general happening part of town. There's a shaded patio area that looked very enjoyable, but they have an indoor table reserved for us, so that was fine. Love the old school library lamp at each table. The lighting is lower than normal, but nothing like The Top or The Melting Pot. Our waitress was polite and gladly answered our food and drink questions. She had either a European accent it sounded, which I always find refreshing and worldly. I went with their RW menu : Baked French Brie starter; Sesame-Orange Glazed Salmon entree; and Maple Bourbon Bread Pudding for dessert. We did split our appetizers. The Winery Salad was very good, the right amount (lite) of thoroughly tossed dressing. The baked brie was delish. Loved flavorful, fresh chilled orange marmalade and honey drizzle. I'd easily get that app again and again. The Orange Salmon entrees as the perfect portion size (not too big), and the salmon was cooked perfectly, not overdone. I could down the side of fresh sautéed veggies all day, every fluffin day; not undercooked, not mush, pure perfection! I'm glad I took a glance at this restaurant's happy hour menu, because I'm dying to try their Half Hummus Trio, it's sounds tasty. All the more reasons I'll keep The Wine Bistro bookmarked. read more

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We had a reservation for 2 on a Saturday at 7:30p -- there was no wait at check-in and the place was fairly dead/not crowded. We each got the Euro Trip flight (Garnacha, Borsao Tinto; Côtes du Rhône, Domaine Château Pierre; Barbera d Alba, Gianfranco Alessandria) and shared the Braised Veal Meatball, the Three Cheeses board, the Truffled Mushroom Bruschetta, a side of Rosemary Garlic Potatoes, and the Blond Brownie "Affogato". Didn't love the foods (nothing memorable & most dishes came out lukewarm) or the service (slow & inattentive to order details) but their patio was cool and enjoyable; would still come back to check out the happy hour menu or maybe only come back for drinks + small bites! read more

Came for happy hour with a friend, so this review is based solely on that. I was surprised they only have two wines for happy hour special, no mention of food- just a red and a white. I came for the wine so I guess that's okay. Service was good, and we did order the triple hummus platter, which comes with bread and veggies . We let the server know that we couldn't have gluten and she let us know that they could do all veggies, but the amount of veggies that came compared to the amount of hummus was sad. We had to eat a lot of hummus with a spoon. The hummus was delicious, and service was good, just not the happy hour I was expecting, was hoping for some snacks. I would maybe come back for dinner, and they have a HUGE bottled wine selection (but they do have a corking fee we would told). read more

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My group of girls got together for a ladies dinner here last night and we had a really nice time! We parked in the lot just behind the bistro and had some difficulty finding a spot but eventually snagged one. When we got inside, we let them know our reservation and they got our table ready and we were seated at a nice large table in the back where we were surrounded by beautiful bottles of wine. The interior of this place is really adorable - it feels homey and warm. On Monday nights, they have great wine specials and our friendly waiter let us know that it would be cheaper for us to buy bottles than glasses and that if we couldn't finish our bottles, he would package them for us to take home. The menu had many options that looked really good. Our group got the seasoned popcorn and, while I didn't try any, everyone else really enjoyed the appetizer. I ordered the salmon dinner and it was delicious except the rice was a little cold for whatever reason. I thought the seasoning was excellent and my salmon was perfectly cooked. My friend, however, ordered the salmon salad and hers VERY rare. She sent it back to be cooked more thoroughly and another girl in the group said that this is something happens often there so if you're ordering salmon, you may want to specify how you want it cooked. Another girl in my group got the short ribs and they looked amazing and I will be getting those next time! Overall, we had an excellent time at Wine Bistro and I'm definitely looking forward to going back. This is a great place for seemingly any occasion from date night to big groups. Keep up the good work, Wine Bistro! read more

This wasn't my first visit to this Wine Bistro location, but unfortunately it was my least favorite. It was a beautiful day so we sat outside on the patio after scoring prime parking on the street - the street spots are available after 6pm or you can park behind the restaurant in the small lot or across the street in the large plaza parking lot. Service was very slow, the restaurant was busy, but we waited a long time to order drinks, order food and get our checks. The food was delicious, but way overpriced for the amount you received. Also, I was a little put off that the hostess and the waitresses were wearing crop tops and mini skirts... I've always gotten a classier vibe in the past... I love the wine selection here, but I don't think I'll be rushing back anytime soon. read more

The Wine Bistro - Wine Bars Near Me - Upper Arlington, Ohio

Visited Wine Bistro on a sunny day, in which the patio is simply amazing. Plenty of umbrellas and shade to enjoy the beautiful ambiance. I decided to try their wine flight, which was a very reasonable price at only $12 for a sample of three wines. Additionally, we tried the Melted Fondue Trio and French Baked Brie shareables, both of which were very tasty. Although I thoroughly enjoyed my experience, I am only giving Wine Bistro four stars because the food can be a little pricey for the quality. Despite this, I still highly recommend Wine Bistro for their fantastic patio with a great ambiance for enjoying a glass of wine alongside tasty food. read more

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Ordered the veal meatball as an appetizer and the chicken pesto flatbread. My friends got the burger, margherita flatbread, and the short ribs with mushroom risotto. The veal meatball was really good, but chicken pesto flatbread was just okay. Nothing to rave about in my opinion. I did try a bite of the short rib and mushroom risotto- the risotto was decent but not amazing, but the short rib was tender and delicious. I would definitely order that the next time I visit. My friends enjoyed their burgers as well. One friend also got a salad and the tomato bisque, and she loved the tomato bisque. I didn't try any wine during this visit. Very cute place for a date or a girl's night out! read more

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