The Wine Cafe

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This was our last stop of the evening. The bartender was friendly and made great suggestions for a martini. I enjoyed the caramel martini. We later order a small cheese board. Three cheeses two meats crackers, nuts and grapes. It was perfect. A small jazz band set the moody for a perfect Saturday night. read more

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Kathy M.

We don’t serve martinis or cheese boards, so I think you have the…

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Scott J.

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2 years ago

I wish I can give more than 5 stars. My fiancé and I have been there a few times now. Kim is the owner and she has been more than helpful with her wines and activities. The wine slushies are awesome and the other staff members are nothing but smiles and friendly attitudes. I love this place. read more

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Kathy M.

Thank you so much for your review and making the Wine Café a fun…

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Elizabeth S.

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Love the wine, the people and the slots! Great little place for a day date or a night out with the girls

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Kathy M.

Thank you so much for the excellent review, Jerry! We’ll pass it on…

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Mandy L.

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They have bands that play so it's nice to get out and listen to the music. You just have to check what nights they have live music .Their wine is good. If you're looking for a place to have some wine, give it a try. read more

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Kathy M.

We really appreciate those kind words! Thanks!

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Marianne S.

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We were looking for a local place that had karaoke forvthe night & we stumbled upon the wine cellar. The place is small, friendly & has some great wine. The prices are good, they don't pressure you to buy a bottle or to drink too many glasses. They have some firm of entertainment throughout the week. Once a month they have karaoke also. We will be back even if it's not for karaoke read more

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Kathy M.

Thank you so much for the fantastic review! You two have amazing…

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Pamela L.

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Stopped in last Saturday while visiting my Brother that lives in town. This is the cutest, cozy little spot and the wine selection they offer is excellent! Kathy was very welcoming and knowledgeable and the service there was outstanding! Highly recommend checking this place out and I definitely can't wait to go back! SUPPORT LOCAL! read more

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Kathy M.

Thank you SO much for taking the time to write this excellent review!…

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Soledad R.

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This is a great place to come and grab a drink or two and enjoy time catching up with old friends they also have events throughout the year and I have attended a private party here the staff is wonderful and always friendly read more

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Kathy M.

Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review, Soledad! We…

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Lindsey C.

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My Aunt and I love to come to The Wine Cafe as often as we are able. It is such a cute and relaxing environment. Kathy and the rest of the staff are so wonderful and provide such great service! They also offer many events throughout the year including crafts and live music! Seriously, this place can't get any better! read more

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Kathy M.

Thank you so much for the great review, Lindsey! We enjoy having you…

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Katie M.

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We love it here! The owner is SO friendly and the atmosphere is so relaxing. We all got the warm mulled wine and it was incredible! Can't wait to go back! read more

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Kathy M.

Thank you so much. We are having a blast owning and running the Wine…

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Taylor M.

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My soon to be mother in law planned a beautiful bridal shower for me here. The ladies working at the bar were wonderful. They made great wine suggestions and I even left with a bottle of my favorite wine. Overall, a really cute wine bar with friendly and attentive staff. read more

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Paige M.

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Such a cute little place! Me and my girl friends stopped in here one night to check it out and get a glass of wine. The workers were great with helping us find the best wine to drink. read more

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Eleanor W.

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Great place! Friendly staff and great wine. Please get Mike and Star back. They rocked!! read more

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Denuse K.

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Kathy wasn't open to Covid but she was opening the next day let us in and chatted and great service will definitely support this business

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Kathy M.

Thank you so much for your kind words! We really appreciate your…

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Tami F.

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We have been to the Wine Cafe a couple times the last month. The owners and staff are super nice. They had Kelly Benomo last weekend singing. She was great. Very warm friendly atmosphere. We even joined the club! I would highly recommend! read more

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Kathy M.

Thank you so much for the excellent review, Tami! We've really…

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Chris C.

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What an adorable place. They offer many fun activities. The wine selection is decent and covers sweet to dry, red to white, bubbly, mead, cider, sangria and a selection of beers with some micro brews. They will let you try a sample before you buy and offer wine flights. The staff is attentive and friendly. They don't have food there but you can order next door or another place to deliver food there. Will be back! read more

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Heidee A.

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I love this place!! Not only can you get a great glass of wine, it's a lot of fun. They have fun activities through out the week to interact with friends. read more

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Sue B.

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What a wonderful new addition to this cute town! I stopped by with my husband and we had a great evening. The wine selection was great for me and the craft beer selection was even better for my husband, They provided free snacks - crackers, cheese, chocolate. I loved the decor. Can't wait to go back and bring my friends. I also loved the fact that we could order food from Nellies next door and eat it at this lovely cafe. read more

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William P.

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Really this place is very ignorant.the bartenders pick and chose who they want to be friendly with I have lived in Wilmington for almost 20 yrs and always tip well the last time I was in there ignoring people expect for one couple dirty looks so no tip don't go there you are better off going to another and no the rat hole rustic go to Hayden's read more

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Kathy M.

Hi William, We work really hard to make sure that all of our patrons…

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K M.

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$9 for a glass of wine is ridic. And you can find the wine they sell way cheaper in other places.

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The Wine C.

Thank you for visiting! We actually offer wine from $4-9 per glass…

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More info about The Wine Cafe

130 Bridge St
Wilmington, IL 60481
Directions
(815) 476-9009
Call Now
Visit Website
https://thewinecafewilmington.com

Hours

What time does The Wine Cafe open?

The Wine Cafe opens at 12:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does The Wine Cafe close?

The Wine Cafe closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.The Wine Cafe closes at 1:00 AM (Next day) on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 12:00 PM - 10:00 PMFri-Sat 12:00 PM - 1:00 AM (Next day)

Payment methods

Does The Wine Cafe take Bitcoin?

No, The Wine Cafe does not take Bitcoin.

Does The Wine Cafe take credit cards?

Yes, The Wine Cafe takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does The Wine Cafe have a happy hour?

Yes, The Wine Cafe has a happy hour.

Does The Wine Cafe serve alcohol?

Yes, The Wine Cafe serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does The Wine Cafe have TVs?

Yes, The Wine Cafe has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does The Wine Cafe have bike parking?

Yes, The Wine Cafe has bike parking.

Does The Wine Cafe have outdoor seating?

Yes, The Wine Cafe has outdoor seating options.

Does The Wine Cafe have parking?

Yes, The Wine Cafe has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is The Wine Cafe wheelchair accessible?

Yes, The Wine Cafe is wheelchair accessible.

Does The Wine Cafe allow outdoor smoking?

No, The Wine Cafe does not allow outdoor smoking.

Does The Wine Cafe have free WiFi?

No, The Wine Cafe does not have free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Flights and Bites, High End Wine, Live Music, Reserved Wine Collection, Warm Winter Wines. Products: Domestic Beers, Seasonal Specialty Drinks, Seasonal Wine Slushies, Specialty Beers, Wine, Wines from all over the world!, Craft Cocktails. Services: Wine Tastings, Painting Parties, Karaoke Night, Trivia Night, Retail Shopping, Event Space, Gaming Lounge Brands: August Hill Wines, Flensburger Weizen, Unpossible Mead. Location Facts: Overlooks The Kankakee River - Our wine cafe sometimes extends hours later than the time posted! Give us a call to see if we're still open!

History

Established in 2017.

The Wine Café – Where Community, Flavor, and Fun Come Together. Conveniently located on historic Route 66 and just 10 minutes off I-55, Wilmington’s Wine Café is your hometown destination for connection, celebration, comfort, and memorable gatherings. Whether you're a local or just passing through, our cozy café invites you to unwind and enjoy the best our community has to offer. We proudly offer a curated collection of nearly 200 wines from around the world, featuring everything from bold reds to crisp whites and unique blends. We also celebrate local favorites like August Hill Winery from Utica and Unpossible Mead from Dwight—perfect for those looking to explore regional flavors. We also have refreshing Flensburger Weizen, and a rotating lineup of IPAs, traditional German beers, and bourbons. Associations Wilmington Chamber of Commerce, Wilmington Downtown Merchant's Association

Review Highlights - The Wine Cafe

“This is the cutest, cozy little spot and the wine selection they offer is excellent!”

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The service was outstanding from the Waitress to the runner even the manger came and checked on us…read more The selection was good we started with Chicken Fried Bacon was excellent the Pork Tenderloin was massive in size

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Chicken fried Bacon

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3.8(117 reviews)

9.5 mi

A M A…read moreZ I N G The skirt steak sandwich and the tacos never disappoint. They started charging $2 for chips and salsa if you want more than 1 basket. No biggie.

Food was good . Had steak fajitas. Portions were large. Great tasting also. Also loved the fried…read moregizzards. They were awesome and also a large basket. Service was Fantastic ! 2 different servers and both were excellent and attentive. They definitely have enough room and tables to accommodate people. We will definitely go back to try different plates

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$2 Tamale Tuesdays! Regularly $2.95. If you don't finish and take one home, you'll be charged the regular price for the "to-go" one.

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Goose Lake Club

3.7(3 reviews)

8.3 mi

Pretty good, the place is very local, but since I have ties to a local, no problems here. Beer is…read morecold, priced well, and they have karaoke/DJs/live bands/etc throughout the week & weekend. The stay open a bit later than nearby establishments, so good place to end the night.

Fun time on Thursday nights. They have blind draw bean bags in the hall. Fun group of people and…read more$1.50 bottles. Bartenders are very friendly too

Goose Lake Club . Open to the Public. Sports Bar Bingo Trivia DJs Live Bands etc. 3935 Goose Lake Rd, Morris, IL 60450 .Cool.

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Goose Lake Club . Open to the Public. Sports Bar Bingo Trivia DJs Live Bands etc. 3935 Goose Lake Rd, Morris, IL 60450 .Cool.

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