I have lived in Saint Petersburg for a few years now. I have passed by Try Wine and have always wanted to check it out. I finally made it in one day was pleasantly surprised. I love the setup inside. The location is not very visible off the street with construction going. Please, don't let that stop you from checking this spot out. The unique experience they offer which allows guests the ability to purchase portion pours on a wide selection of wine varietals. You load money on a card and walk up to the wine you'd like to enjoy, select your portion, and the pour begins. It was not busy when I was there so it felt very intimate. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The wines were delicious. I will definitely be back soon. read more

The service here is great. They have a press to order system that is very convenient. The pizza wasn't all that good and was very expensive. The best part of this restaurant was the service. read more

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This place is so cute. They have a little market side and a dining side with wine dispenser machines and menu for both food and beverage. Wine lovers, you must try Try Wine. read more

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Being new to St. Petersburg, I took the free trolly tour. This place was one of the featured stops, so I got off the trolley and walked in. I was quickly seated. Menus and processes were explained. What a great idea! Wish they had one in Reno. Great flights and paired charcuterie boards. You can also make your own flights from their wine room's huge selection. Their scratch kitchen serves pastas and flatbreads. So glad I got off the trolley. read more

Insanely delicious and creative food. House made, fresh and flavorful. Incredible selection of top shelf wines. The owner is so friendly and knowledgeable. The chef is Michelin star quality. The staff is wonderful. Go! Enjoy! read more

Try Wine - Sourdough breads with hand churned butter and specialty salt. Pastas with pesto; lemon dill cream; and pomegranate pomodoro sauces. - Wine Bars Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

I would give this place 10 stars if I could! Try Wine is a must-do whenever I visit my mom in St. Pete because it's a lovely atmosphere and a fun experience. They have so many wines from a number of different countries - I really enjoy sampling wines from areas like Mexico and Lebanon that I don't often see in restaurants or grocery stores near me. They also recently added more food options, and their goat cheese appetizer is SO GOOD. Their team has always been so welcoming and knowledgeable, and the vibe is really relaxing. I've been coming for years and will definitely be back! read more

Try Wine - This Carignan from Chile was delicious - I ended up purchasing the bottle! - Wine Bars Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

This wine shop/restaurant is awesome! The employees are enthusiastic about wine, they have over 80 wines on draft and and great food menu, and some very hard to find bottles. If money is no object, I highly recommend the 1896 Taylor Fladgate Port. They have it on draft, but being a 6k bottle, you get like 2 Ml for $40. read more

We had been walking around Downtown St. Petersburg and decided to stop at Try Wine to... (wait for it)... try some wines. Try Wine has a variety of tasting stations on the entry-level and a sub-level that comprises more tasting stations, rows of bottles for sale, and a small, private area. We decided to do the option with the wine cards for my wife, and I that Try Wine put $100 to use at any of the tasting stations to sample from different bottles in 1-ounce, 3-ounce, or 6-ounce levels. We spent most of the time at tasting stations 3, 4, and 5, which had red wines from across the globe. Most of the wines were solid that we tried, and our server was nice and made sure we had what we needed. While we didn't determine a wine that we felt was worth buying a bottle, it was still a nice time for a couple of hours during the afternoon. read more

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We have been coming here since before they moved and we always have a great time. The last time was during covid when we were opening up as long as you were masked. Stopping in tonight to find a nice bottle to take home. So they seem to have a much bigger menu for food. Pizzas and fondues. We have had the fondue before and it was awesome so we grabbed some of that. Tasting around the wine 'walls' is so fun. You can have just a taste to make sure you like it but then grab a full glass or even a bottle of the ones you like. The staff here is awesome and very helpful. Great place to relax and enjoy wine tasting. read more

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Would not serve us with half empty venue, very rude and disrespectful. My group of 4 was ready to spend and the told us no because they had other work to do. read more

The experience is everything. You get to enjoy small samples of wine that you might not want to pay for a full glass or bottle. Intimate seating situation as well so this is a nice place for a quiet date. Very knowledgeable staff on top of everything. My friends and I were a party of 4 and stopped by a little after 9pm on a Saturday night. We were seated immediately and not rushed during our tasting. We chose to just pick 6 wines from their menu which were served in little beakers. Loved that! Great selections to choose from with prices starting around $4 per taster. Be prepared to spend money. As per other reviews, this is not really a place to go for food. I wish they had a good happy hour with charcuterie and wine specials. Wish list! read more

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I do not want anyone to know about this spot because I'm obsessed with it. The food is the best. They have a sourdough pizza and it's yummy. I also love the service. The energy is always nice. I only want them to offer more sweet wines with a high alcohol percentage and moderate rate. I've been twice. I would come everyday if I lived nearby. I'd love to shoot content here one day. read more

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Visiting my sister in St. Petersburg. Owners were not welcoming because we had our 10 year old and 8 year old with us. Mind you, we were planning to buy a few bottles of wine and leave. And we made that clear when we walked in. But the owner (?) did not want our kids anywhere in that place. They're not wild and I had asked them to sit down at the empty table that was downstairs to ease the owner's clear (and unnecessary) prejudice. But that wasn't sufficient. As a result of the Grinch-like attitude with which we were addressed, we were out of there in less than 2 minutes and found somewhere else to spend $250 on wine. After we left, my sister then told me she had experienced a similar vibe when she'd gone in a month earlier with a friend (no kids), but she hoped it was a one off so she didn't mention it before we went in. LAME read more

Try Wine - My messy wine room at home. We were not casual customers or people who have kids that couldn't handle themselves. - Wine Bars Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

I just want to start off and say that the service here is fantastic! There's so many selections of wine! They have a great selection of whites and reds. The place also serves up pizzas, pastas and other goodies. All made from scratch! The place has a nice wooden decor and is very cozy. The pesto olive flatbread is really good, I highly recommend it! read more

Such a neat way to run a tasting room. They offer a myriad of flights and by the glass selections that really encourages us to branch out and try something new. Though we didn't partake this time around, the charcuterie selection was vast and diverse. We will certainly return in the future! read more

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Wine is below par - tasted sour since they are all on "tap". Manager disputed my claims saying it was fine. He also hovered over our server who was new but very knowledgeable and made her (and us) feel uncomfortable. Price is very high, place not relaxing, and they also add tax and service charge on to each serving. A flight of wine less than 2 oz each ended up costing me $45.00! $36 for flight + 2.52 tax + $6.48 service fee! crazy.... read more

Awesome new restaurant. I ordered from their fall menu, stuffed duck breast, with cranberry jam and candid mint leaf. Sorry I was hungry and I forgot to take a picture of the food. Lol One of the largest wine selection I've ever seen. Each bottle has a quick description of the wine, its rating, and price. Prices ranged from $14.00 and up up up! The employees were ALL very helpful and knowledgeable about each bottle of wine. With the food, wine bar and wine selection, made it a great experience and a high light to my St Petersburg trip. read more

After visiting a museum on a rainy day, I was feelin classy and decided to check this place out. Try Wine ended up exceeding my expectations! The atmosphere of this place is super interesting. It feels like you are in a swanky private collection, but not of a snobby wine person just one that can appreciate all types. I found that the information displayed on the 'taps' was super helpful in choosing wines I was unfamiliar with and allowed me to push my pallet boundaries (I added a pic of my fav of the new ones I tried on 3/25/22). The food we got was tasteful. The notable item for me was the almonds!! I feel like I could've eaten a popcorn bowl full of them. The charcuterie list was extensive and they provide a checklist for us to order. My fav item was the pastrami-style smoked salmon. The service was also above average here. All were super helpful and available. They definitely find people that understand wine or at least appreciate it. I'd recommend this place for anything from a casual date to maybe even a nice start to the evening. I could see myself getting a late reso somewhere and meeting up early here for a fun drink beforehand. The wine choices are fun to talk about and an easy ice-breaker. read more

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It's ok nothing special. For a nice place it was kind of tacky. They take your cc upfront and tell you they're adding 18% for a tip like a dive bar wood. Real classy. lol I always tip more than that but not today. read more

Try wine is a great place to go for social hour with friends. Me and my girlfriends decided to come here one evening and try out their amazing wine selection. I want to start by saying the atmosphere felt like I was in a rustic wine cellar somewhere in Italy. The decor was traditional with a modern twist. So it's the place to be for all legal drinking ages. Their wine selection had a wonderful range and I even found a new favorite. Don't even get me started on the fresh food they prepared. As you can see from the photo I could barley wait to dig into my cheese flatbread. Also tried their bread with enriched lemon oil and their mouthwatering homemade popcorn. I definitely plan on coming back and trying more wine(for research purposes lol) Overall rating 8.5/10. IG- CultureCourtyard read more

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They have a great selection of metered wines. The real star is the chef. Last November we had one of the best prix fixed menus and wine pairings we have ever had. Sourdough ravioli was amazing, A5 wagyu tenderloin, burrata, etc. Everything tasted amazing! It was quiet and the service was wonderful. read more

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I loved this place. You could try dozens of wines at your leisure. I have a hard time remembering one red type from another. Here, I was able to try as little as an half ounce pour of many wines to discern my favorites. Their card system of keeping track of your pours is welcomed. You can also build a decent charcuterie board of your own choosing. read more

I've never been to a place like Try Wine before! They have over 80 bottles of wine on tap, and it's all serve yourself! Me and a friend came on a Wednesday around 5pm and we were the only ones there until about 6pm. Basically, you give them a credit card to hold and they give you a key card you use to put whatever wine you want. They have 1 oz, half glass, and full glass options. It's awesome because they all range from 70 cents for 1 oz to $188 for one glass! We ordered the chef classic cheese board ($26) and it was delicious. It was more than enough for 2 people. All in all, I spent about $18 on wine and tried around 6-8 bottles! They staff was super friendly and knowledgeable. I will definitely be back to try out more wines! read more

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I love this concept! To me, it's an event rather than just grabbing another drink with friends. I loved being able to walk around, read about the wines and then choose the size pour I preferred--all on my own time. While not for everyone, wine lovers will find a home here! Although unassuming from the street, it's quite swanky inside. There's a long table for parties and little nooks and crannies to tuck away in if you're wanting something more intimate. They function as a wine bar, but also have extensive retail space. Every price range will find something they like; I'm talking $7 a glass to...I don't know, $90?! I tried some very interesting wines and got a nice buzz for about $20. It's important to note that the clientele was definitely upscale, but our group of t-shirted twenty-somethings still felt comfortable! To get started, you'll go to the counter and swap your credit card for a Try Wine card. There's no extra fees and this is likely just to help you keep track of what you're spending. They do have gourmet snacks which were a little rich for our blood, but the wine was great! They were also not very busy. With wine gaining so much popularity, I can only guess that it's a lack of advertising or perhaps they need to come up with some creative pull to bring people in. I think if they followed the lead of some fun, local breweries, they'd find some great ideas! Yoga and wine, anyone? Board games? You get the picture! read more

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Went to Try wine with family for a fun adventure. While the selection of wine is robust, the prices are a bit steep. Per ounce for tasting average about 1.99 and a full glass is only 5ounces. In many instances you'd be better off tasting it 5 times to save money. We ordered a charcuterie board that came out last for our table - hard to pair wine when it arrived a hour plus after tasting. We built our own board - the prices are expensive but figured we would get our full. They put a few pieces of each cheese and the olives were few too. It was over 40 bucks for not much at all!! The pizzas are small for 25 bucks - more like flat bread. If you want to taste some wine - great place. But don't eat here. Not worth the money. read more

I visited Try Wine twice within a week. The first time was a weekend night and had 5-star service and experience. The server brought us the 1.5 ounce pours when I created my own flight, as well as the self-curated charcuterie boards. He was very friendly and accommodating. So I returned one afternoon a week later and ordered the 1.5 ounce pours again. But this time a different server told me I would need to serve myself by using a card to insert into the wine machines. I asked why this time was different and she didn't know. Ultimately she brought the initial wine to me but then gave me the card to serve myself if I wanted any more. We didn't see her again after that. Two other servers began waiting on us. Next I decided to order one cheese with some crackers to complement the wine. I have a gluten allergy so I checked the box for "substitute bread with gluten free crackers" just like I did on my first visit. When the bill came I was charged $2.99 for the 8 crackers. I wasn't charged on my first visit so I inquired. Apparently it says on the menu somewhere that you have to order two charcuterie items in order to receive the crackers for free. So I could have had two cheeses and crackers for the same price as what I paid for one cheese and crackers. If only I had read the fine print. Guess they got me! My first visit was so wonderful, and I really wish the second visit had been consistent. read more

Absolutely in love with this place! So much fun for girls night out, date night, etc. I'm planning a managers outing here next month. Can't wait to see how it goes! read more

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This place use to be my favorite place where we always felt welcomed but that has changed. The manager/owner was rude to us and we left sooner than we planned to. Won't be going back there again. read more

Very cool little spot hear Al Lang stadium. Stopped in for a bite before the game. Not a lit if food options but very interesting concept. We got white wine flights with charcuterie and flatbread pizza. Tiramisu for dessert. We spent 108 plus $25 tip so not cheap but pretty cool experience. The wines are vast and so many options. The food options should be expanded imo. Would be nice to offer sliders or something a little more substantial. Overall very cool and worth a tey, just don't think your going to eat dinner here. read more

How have I not heard of this spot sooner?!?!?! My husband and I were walking back to our car after a leisure afternoon of lunch and shopping in downtown St. Pete and I spotted a sign that said "TRY WINE, Retail Tasting Lab". Intrigued, I grabbed my husband's arm and told him "change of plans, we are trying wine!". Try Wine is a wine bar/tasting room that offers wine by the taste, half glass, or full glass. There are 88 different bottles of wine "on tap", located along the walls in wine dispensers. All of the wines are self-serve. Visit the cashier for a $50 prepaid dispenser card (if you don't use the entire balance you'll only be charged for the amount you spend). To try the wines: 1. Place your card in the dispenser 2. Place your wine glass under the wine you'd like to try 3. Hold down button of the size of taste or glass you would prefer to try. WARNING: I cannot stress step #2 enough!!! After several glasses you will forget step #2. Luckily, you have to hold down the button so I managed to not pour my wine on the floor. Stephen was so friendly and helpful. Since the wine bar wasn't busy we got the chance to discuss wines with him and he pointed out the bottles that he thought we would enjoy the most. He quickly found out that we prefer old world Cabernets with lots of tanins so he was able to select some really incredible wines for us to try. Try Wine also offers light snacks for purchase, including cheese and charcuterie platters, artisan popcorn and chocolates. We ordered the cheese and charcuterie platter with the Alouette Brie, Don Juan Spanish Manchego, and a smoked gouda. The platter also came with a selection of prosciutto, pepperoni, bread, crackers, dried fruits, chocolate, candied nuts, and dipping sauces. My husband and I ended up purchasing three bottles to take home with us. We purchased a 2007 "Capanna" Brunello di Montalcino, a 2012 "The Fury" Cabernet Franc, and a red blend "SLO Down Wines Sexual Chocolate". Will definitely be back soon! read more

Try Wine - Spent the afternoon trying new wines at Try Wine and brought home several bottles. - Wine Bars Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

Try wine is a truly gorgeous wine bar that gives you the ability to try some higher end wines without having to risk the full price of a bottle to find out if you enjoy it or not they have an absolutely amazing staff who are friendly, knowledgeable, and polite and a really great selection of bottles at very reasonable prices to take home if you find something you do enjoy. I can't recommend try wine enough they are simply the best wine bar in the entire city read more

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Why haven't I heard of this place sooner? What a fun concept!! I've been more recently into wine than beer and this is an awesome place to sample different bottles at a time. They offer a wide selection and it's great to explore what you'd like / don't like before purchasing the full bottle! We were passing the neighborhood one Saturday to try and kill some time. My cousin found this place and we had such a fun time. This is the perfect place to chill and yea I'll say it... a Girls Night Out come true! I am for sure bringing family and friends here when they visit and hope to be back for one of their upcoming events! read more

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Very disappointed - live nearby & used to enjoy this place. Last night we went for a glass of wine before our reservations for elsewhere later on. We were greeted by a young man who directed us to a table marked "reserved" and offered us menus. We told him we simply wanted a glass of wine - we were still directed to the "reserved" table. I remarked that things had changed - we had hoped to purchase the auto card and help ourselves to wine. A young lady stepped in - said "of course" and we went to the register, gave her our credit card & she provided cards needed to serve ourselves wine- she assured me twice that she would return my credit card shortly. She did not. The machine I used was obviously not working correctly - was sputtering air mixed with wine that splattered all over inside my glass - no matter - we proceeded to sit at the table we had been directed to, still dubious of the "reserved" sign. The original young man came over & advised us we could not sit there unless we were ordering food - He had not mentioned that before. If we wanted to only drink wine, we would need to go down to a small area near the register- and we would NOT be allowed to sit down, only stand at a high table. At that time I said that I would leave, and would request a refund. I went to the register, and was by met by another man- a manager?- who began to explain to me "how this all works- we have 3 areas....' I requested a refund and my CC returned to me. He resisted and advised me that he would return my CC IF I returned to the "reserved" table I had been forced to leave AND read a menu. I told him if I were billed, I would dispute it with my bank. Evidently, they have a new chef & they are going crazy trying to get people to order food. I had already told them that we had reservations elsewhere. We did return to the table - I really wanted my CC back. In short order, I was presented with a bill and my CC. I took my CC and left. I did not pay a bill - we had drank no more than 2 sips of wine. I live in the neighborhood and had walked there in 95 degree heat. I do not intend to patronize ANY business that refuses to allow me a seat to enjoy a glass of wine. I also will not patronize a business that holds me hostage by refusing to return my CC until I perform some activity they mandate. Never again - I have watched this place since they have opened. They are constantly trying to reinvent themselves- and it is obviously not working. read more

Personalized service and willing to work all palates of wine. A great spot to try different wines you might not normally pick out. Also a great wine shop to pick up a couple of bottles for a standard price point. read more

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Great little assuming wine shop with a great selection and a great menu! Can try wines often only by the bottle - a small sample or a glass. Oliver and his crew are very knowledgeable. read more

This is definitely one of the best wine tasting experiences I ever had! This is located in downtown Saint Pete, FL across the street from the Ceviche restaurant off of Central Avenue and 1st St. South. It's situated in a mixed-use high-rise building on the first level. The space is very beautifully decorated. They have plenty of seating and wine dispensing machines on the ground level floor. On a split level below are the point of sale register/information counter, more wine to sample, seating, and merchandise. After providing the staff your credit card to hold during your time there, they hand you a card which you used to insert in the dispensing machine. This card tallies up your total at the end of your time here once you're ready to pay. The dispensing machine has a description of the wine and three different ounces levels for your selection. You get to choose the amount of your pour (a taste, half glass, or full glass). The amount of your pour is priced accordingly and also based on the value of the bottle. The staff were very well educated with all the wine and very willing to assist. If you're a wine lover or just learning, this is a must try! read more

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Love the new location. A lot more room. Still the same concept and I think the same amount of wine but you can go here with a bigger group. They have also expanded their menu so there are some more food options. We didn't have any food but tried a few wines. I love that you can try a wine and if you would like to purchase a full glass or a bottle you have that option. Great place to try some wine and hang out of with some friends, read more

Cute wine tasting bar and shop in downtown St. Pete. The ambiance was really nice and classy. They had tons of options for wine in every price point. You could select a taste , pour or glass. I appreciated they had some more wallet friendly wines ($8-10 a glass) that still were great quality. read more

This is a self serve wine place. They give you a card that you insert into the machine and pick how much you want to pour. It's a great way to try a lot of different wine. However, be careful. You can spend a lot of money here very quickly. The small pours I feel actually coat you more than doing larger pours. They have some unique wines here though. The staff is pretty friendly too. The place has some nice places to sit and just hang out. read more

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I went here last night for the first time and my group showed up kind of late but were still treated with OUTSTANDING service. Best part is there was who I thought was an employee being extremely helpful explaining and teaching us all about the wine selections. It was an incredible experience and he was beyond knowledgeable.... Come to find out he was the owner! Awesome food, wine, service, and experience. Must try. read more