Solely Wine got me by the cojones, apparently. I visited them twice in one week! But you know how…read moreit is with something you love: It's never enough (no Turnstile). This place is all wine, all the time. I'm not even sure they offer any other adult beverage! As a consummate wine fiend, I didn't even consider any other kind of drink, because I don't need any other adult beverage other than wine, you feel me? I love Solely's commitment to wine. They have wine to drink, and also, the walls are lined with bottles of wine. Just don't touch them! If you see an interesting bottle, don't take it off the shelf. Just tell the people at the counter about the bottle you're interested in, and they will help you. I wasn't in the market for a full bottle of wine during my visits -- just a glass. Solely Wine specializes in "unique, low-intervention wines from passionate small producers," according to their website. So whether you buy a bottle or get a glass, you know you're drinking a thoughtfully chosen wine. I had a glass of the Grenache Syrah blend and the Cab Franc, mostly because I rarely see these kinds of wines offered in the wild. They were both delicious! My only comment is that the pour is very small. The Cab Franc especially felt like it was maybe 4 ounces! I have weighed my wine at home, so I know roughly what a typical wine pour (5 ounces) looks like, and this felt like slightly less. Nevertheless, I thoroughly enjoyed my wine! And the ambiance is killer. During the day, Solely is a cool place to grab a glass of wine and hang out. It's super close to the Monon Trail, too, so you can just bop over and get a cheeky drink. During the nighttime, the lights are lowered and the ambiance is very romantic and intimate. A great place for a solo drink, and a great place for a romantic date night.

Soley Wine is a wonderful addition to the area. They have a small parking lot near the Monon, an…read moreartistic exterior that's beautiful to see on the street, and a patio for nice weather. I also love that they're connected to an art gallery, it really adds to the overall experience. I came here for a Yelp event and had an amazing time. Inside, the space is peaceful and inviting, with comfortable seating, games to play, and lots of natural light and live plants that create such a relaxing vibe. The owner was incredibly helpful. I wanted to try a wine flight, and she guided me through selecting options based on my preferences. The wine flight comes with four glasses and is about $24, which felt a little on the expensive side. They accept cards and also have a rewards system (which I definitely signed up for). There's a wide variety of wines, from dry to sweet, so there's something for everyone. I really enjoyed my flight. There was one red (Gamay) that wasn't my favorite since I tend to prefer sweet to semi-sweet wines, but I've been trying to expand my palate, which is why I love the option of flights. It also said it paired well with pizza, so maybe if I was eating that, it would be better. I enjoyed browsing their wine selection for purchase. I really admire how everything is well organized and easy to explore. They sell Stellar pretzels which I've had before and are so good, but solely had cinnamon dolce flavor that I never had before, neither had Kiara, so she bought some and I got to try the them (thank you Kiara!), they tasted just like a churro, so delicious, like a dessert! I can definitely see myself coming back here with friends or even just to enjoy the space and unwind. Such a great vibe overall.

I had such a wonderful experience here today. The atmosphere was relaxing and welcoming, and it…read moremade for the perfect place to sit back and treat myself. I ordered a pepperoni pizza along with a glass of wine, and both were absolutely delicious. The pizza was fresh, perfectly cooked, and full of flavor--the kind of comfort food that pairs so well with a good wine. The wine itself was smooth, enjoyable, and really elevated the whole experience. What truly stood out, though, was the service. I had forgotten to grab a Coke, and the staff member helping me was kind enough to go above and beyond by bringing me a bottle. That small act of kindness really made my visit feel special and appreciated. Overall, this was such a great experience--from the food to the wine to the exceptional service. I'll definitely be coming back and would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable outing.

Belgian Horse Winery offers such a unique and memorable experience. The setting is peaceful and…read morebeautifully curated, surrounded by the countryside views. The wines are thoughtfully crafted and pair perfectly with the serene atmosphere, making it an ideal place to relax, sip, and unwind. The owner Chris and staff are warm, welcoming, and clearly passionate about what they do, which makes the experience feel personal and special. Whether you're stopping in for a tasting, shopping the boutique, or simply enjoying the grounds. This winery is a true hidden gem and well worth the visit.

I had such a good time here! We were looking for some close wineries and wanted to make sure the…read moretastings were affordable. We went in and found the 5 for $5 and $1 per additional tasting. This was great for us. All of the wine was delicious we left with two bottles. I believe we got the Rosé and one with blood orange in it. Tended to be a bit more on the sweet side for me, but on a hot day that came in really handy. Also the host was amazing. I learned some history of their specific wines and some more general knowledge about wines. We will for sure be back!

We were out and about during the 40 highway garage sale and decided to get some refreshments at…read morethis winery. We were immediately greeted by Melanie who shared their history about the place. We were offered a limited wine list and a charcuterie board. They have slushy's there that you can pair with any of their wines.The Blackout and Fuzzy peach were our winning tastes with the flight. They are involved with the community hosting reading clubs and zoomba. We would stop by again if in the area.

After an interaction with this business's fb regarding my concerns on their excessive generative AI…read moreusage, I can no longer in good conscience recommend this business.

Take a road trip to this creative winery in Anderson…read more Try the amazing wine flights. I have never been to a winery with so many fruit wine options. Amazing selection and award winning wines. I prefer dry reds, but my friends loved the watermelon, kiwi, and mango fruit wine selections. We were super hungry and thirsty. We ordered the spinach dip, hummus platter,nut medley, charcuterie board and the meat lovers pizza. Food is delicious! We look forward to going back. Staff is amazing and friendly. Definitely like to come back when they have live music. Cons: Flat breads could be crispier. They were out of the deviled eggs, and several wines. Skip the nut medley appetizer. Parking available along the street.

Somewhere off the culinary beaten path in downtown Muncie, a college town on a Tuesday night, sits…read morea refreshing few restaurants for adults. Among them is Vera Mae's Bistro. My hot girlfriend and I started out with a nice wine flight and a delicious tropical mule cocktail followed by varied appetizers, including a very good shrimp cocktail, succulent crab cake, and exceptional feta cheese wontons with homemade tzatziki sauce. The porchetta with fig sauce was tremendous as the daily special that was truly special. And the chicken marcona with a blackberry sauce is one of the house specialties as it should be. Our server, Marissa, was great, and the repurposed historic building and interior enhanced the experience.

The food was great and our server.was very attentive and personable. A very enjoyable evening!read more

I wish I lived closer to 305 Wine Garage. I could see myself being a regular. I would be like the…read moretwo older ladies who came in while I was there for lunch: They strode in and each picked a white wine from the wall of wines to take home, then sat down and each ordered a chilled bottle of white to drink with their meal. I loved their vibe. Two bottles of wine with lunch! How luxurious. It's these little things that we do for ourselves, while the world crumbles around us, that matter the most. Anyway! A friend turned me on to this place. I love wine, and red wine specifically, so I made a point to visit. I'm so glad I did! 305 Wine Garage is a gem. Like I mentioned, they literally have a wall of wine in the restaurant. Each bottle is labeled with the price, and they have so many different varieties. I sat near the Italian wines because I love Italian wines the most. I treated myself to brunch, which they only offer on weekends. During the winter, they're only open 50% of the weekend (Saturdays), but talking to my server, it sounds like they will open on Sundays starting in late March and through the summer. I got the Smoked Salmon Everything, which is smoked salmon, cream cheese, red onion, capers, chopped hard-boiled egg, grape tomatoes and crostini. I didn't know what it would look like before I ordered it, but I knew I liked all of the components and only wanted a little something to nibble on. This sounded like it could look like anything: Will all of the ingredients be topped on the crostini? Will it be presented as a dip? But it came out like a piece of art. They really pay attention to details here. You can order wine by the glass, by the bottle or by the flight. I got a glass of Malbec, and it was delicious. One thing to note is: This joint is 21+ only! But the server said that he sometimes sees people come in with kids, and in those cases, he will seat them in a different room. Or, if the weather is nice, families are welcome to sit at the outdoor patio. This is definitely not a place that would appeal to kids, though. This is a place that you visit to get away from kids.

This is my first Yelp review. A new friend (who also happens to be Yelp Elite) encouraged me to…read morejoin the conversation and start writing reviews. So, this review is dedicated to her. Thank you for inspiring me to stop being a spectator and start contributing to the community. Now, on to the review! 305 Wine Garage (also known as AJ's Wine & Dine Garage) has to be one of the best kept secrets in Fortville. As this area continues to experience growth, 305 Wine Garage will remain a gem. The Garage offers an inviting atmosphere with a great selection of wines and a surprisingly delicious food menu. For me, a nice glass of dry red and the Caprese salad are always a great combination. The staff are knowledgeable and always helpful. And the last time I visited, she gave me a heavy pour to finish off the bottle. If you ever find yourself in downtown Fortville, look for the train mural and stop in at 305 Wine Garage. It is a great destination for a night out. Or, like me, use it as the perfect first stop to begin the evening.

You don't have to go to California or the Bourbon Trail for a great wine and bourbon tasting…read moreexperience because right in the little town of Zionsville is an amazing tasting bar. The bar is owned and locally operated by Ron Hopwood. Ron makes and bottles his own wines and bourbons. Most of the grapes are locally grown. I have passed by his bar for years because I was skeptical of Midwest wines until I had a bottle of his chardonnay at the local pizzeria. The chardonnay was so smooth and delicious, that I walked down the street to his tasting room. The cozy upscale bar is FILLED with Hopwood wines and bourbons. He offers tastings or you can buy a bottle or glass. and sit at one of his lovely tables and sip. He even sells charcuterie boards and dipping breads to pair with your wine. Awards for the wines cover a wall. Ron is most proud of winning the 2019 American Wine Societies award for best cabernet sauvignon. The wines are inexpensive and they offer special pricing to Club members. To be a member, one needs to commit to buying 2 bottles/month or 2 cases/year. It's such a great deal that I am going back over this week to join. Ron has special events for Club members! Hopwood is a great place to sneak away on a date or with your bff. It is cozy and delicious.

It has been a while since I visited Hopwood Cellars winery in Zionsville, so I was happy to come…read moreback here with my Indy Wine Meetup group to have a glass of wine and revisit the winery. Unfortunately, I did learn that Hopwood Cellars is closing its doors for good in June, so it was a good thing I came back to visit. Hopwood Cellars is one of the best wineries in Indiana that I have been to since living in Indianapolis. The owner is a great guy and very friendly and helpful to the customers. His staff is very knowledgeable on the wines, and the ambiance is beautiful. The Cabernet Sauvignon is my personal favorite wine. They also have a great Chardonnay as well. The winery does sell flights of wine so you can sample a few wines. The wine milkshakes are supposedly out of this world, so I would stop by before the end of June 2025 to try one, or else you will miss out on the opportunity. The bar area goes around the facility and is very nice. They have a wine sample card you can purchase to try a bunch of wines as well. The staff definitely knows what they are doing, and they are very professional on presenting the wines. I'm sad that Hopwood Cellars is closing this year because it was a good winery and one of my favorites in Indiana. I wish the owner nothing but the best, but I know he will succeed in whatever business he decides to do next. Farewell to Hopwood Cellars Winery! We will miss you!

I ate here with a friend last night. We both loved the ambiance. The staff were all amazing being…read moreincredibly professional and very down to earth. We got the escargot appetizer, which was so amazing that I've thought of nothing today but that escargot. I had the shrimp and grits as my entree and my friend had the salmon. We both enjoyed our entrees. They do have an espresso machine, so that was a huge plus to be able to order after dinner. Did I mention the escargot?!?!?!

We visited for the first time on Saturday night for my birthday dinner. We had reservations at 7:45…read moreand it was really busy so I wouldn't advise walk-ins. Luke was our server and he was super friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. We enjoyed being seated in his section! He described the Carrots appetizer as having a "100% success rate" which sounded hyperbolic but absolutely was not !! GET THE CARROTS! Even if you don't like cooked carrots (which I don't!) they are sooooo good and there's no other way to describe it. You just have to try it yourself. After the carrots, we thought it would be hard for the rest of the dishes to live up to that but our daily soup (always vegan) was so yummy! It was made with leeks/root vegetables and forbidden rice - absolutely delicious and very earthy! I was so pleased with just those two items, I could've stopped there and had a perfect experience. We both ordered the mapo tofu - and it was not like mapo tofu you'd get at a korean/chinese restaurant. It wasn't a saucy dish at all - in fact, it was intentionally dry - practically charred. It included rice cake which was interesting. I appreciated the charred/crispy texture with the chewy inside. I wouldn't order it again but if you like textured, spicy dishes you might enjoy it. Luke offered to get us something else but we were already full, so we declined. He also gave me a complimentary blueberry sorbet which was delicious and sooo fresh, and wished me a happy birthday! It was very delicious and necessary to rinse the palate. We had a great time and can't wait to come back when the patio opens up - we loved their mission to assist with providing job opportunities for autistic adults, too. It's a great restaurant with a cozy and welcoming atmosphere and phenomenal service.

Every meal I have ordered from this place has been amazing. I am very selective where I eat and I'm…read morevery picky. Even meals delivered by doordash have been perfect. This restaurant is locally owned and he takes pride in his work. I recommend this restaurant to anyone who appreciates great food and reasonable prices.

The service was awful, the server kept forgetting drink orders, she forgot side items that came…read morewith the meal, and when asked about them, she would say she was getting it, then return to the table without the item. My guess would be that the server was "under the influence". The food was microwaved and was not fresh, and it was one of the worst experiences I have had in 40 years

Just got another PIT BULL. You all need to get one. THE BEST!! DON'T let this go away again!!! Post…read moreanother picture when I get it.

Great place to drink and meet great people the atmosphere is very friendly the food is amazing…read moreJbolts cheesesteaks not expensive either.