We went to see Gregory Hyde play one evening and planned to enjoy a good wine. The food was a…read morepleasant surprise. We ordered the sweet Italian sausage flatbread. Additional toppings include peppers, grilled onions and smoked Gouda cheese. The serving size was large; the service was great and the staff were helpful. Pro tip: Arrive by 5:30 pm for the chance to get a table near the musician. By the way, Gregory was great. Check him out if you can.

One of my favorite local musicians now has a residency here sooo had to check this place out!…read moreNeedless to say, I was not alone - it was standing room only! The wonderful guys working the exchange setup a table for us, which is so sweet. Great service, will return just because of that! But alas I needed food - check! and a nice glass of champagne - check! Champagne is only by the bottle, but they have a great variety. The Prosecco by glass was good, but I wanted a little something more. The tequila and whiskey/bourbon selection is vast for a wine bar, I was wildly impressed considering I'm not actually a wine drinker. The flatbreads are huge and the charcuterie board was fantastic! Can't wait to come back

Great selection and service. Good people. They know their wines. Solid ambiance with the right feel…read moreto it.

A small wine store with a wide selection of international wines at decent prices plus an outdoor…read morepatio,wine bar and live music on the weekends. We went on a Friday night for their Paella on the Patio provided by Le Truff Noir pop up. . The event was from 5-8pm so we arrived around 430pm since they don't take reservations. We bought a bottle of Spanish Red to go with our Paella. They do charge a 15.00 fee to drink the wine you buy on their patio . They also offer flights that pair well with the food but we preferred just a red. The food was made fresh and it was brought out to you in different courses. The staff was super friendly and we can't wait to go back for another event.

I came here on a whim and this has been my favorite place on my trip…read more I'm no brewer so I can't speak for that. The drinks though are fantastic and having such flexible flights is amazing. They do not have a full kitchen so no meals here. If you love cider or mead, I cannot recommend this piece enough. Their wines are great but are a bit eccentric compared to traditional wines. If you need a drink, can't go wrong.

Cute lil spot! They have beer, wine, and mead. For $10 plus tax you can sample 3 items. My fave…read morewas the green apple wine. I also tried a jalapeño mead and cherry cider. Service was super friendly. Bathrooms were clean. Give them a try!

Awesome winery located in downtown Geneva! We absolutely loved it here! It definitely has a cabin…read morefeel to it, which we really enjoy. The inside is relaxing and the outside area is super cute with plenty of seating. There was live music when we were there so we sat outside and enjoyed our wine flights while listening to the music. Can't get better than that! Service was great- the girls working were amazing. I liked talking to Lisa. She was really nice! The wine is incredible! We are sweet wine lovers and that's most of their wine menu. They have so many unique sweet wines. I particularly enjoyed the raspberry dragonfruit, black cherry, and orange sangria. I love how they set up the flights. The first wine you list on your sheet is at the top of the flight and then it tapers down to 2nd, 3rd and 4th. I've attached photos. They also offer wine slushies, which we thought was really cool! We will definitely be back when it's warmer out to enjoy those!

This place has such a lovely atmosphere. I especially noticed the beautiful outdoor seating area,…read morealong with comfortable indoor seating both at the bar and throughout the space. The menu is simple and straightforward, which made ordering easy. I truly enjoyed everything the ambiance, the customer service, and especially the wine. My favorite was the mango strawberry flavor. It went down incredibly smooth and tasted fresh and natural, without any artificial flavoring.

We recently hosted our daughter's nursing school graduation party at Geneva Winery in Batavia, and…read moreit was truly a wonderful experience from start to finish. Erin, who handled all the planning and coordination, was absolutely fantastic--she made the entire process smooth, organized, and completely stress-free. The venue itself is beautiful and added such a special touch to the celebration. The space is tastefully designed with a warm, inviting atmosphere that feels both elegant and comfortable. There is plenty of room for guests to gather, mingle, and celebrate, and the layout made it easy for everyone to enjoy the event without ever feeling crowded. The décor is charming and rustic with a modern feel, creating the perfect backdrop for photos and making the entire event feel polished and memorable. Everything was clean, well-maintained, and thoughtfully arranged. The winery setting gave the party a unique and relaxed vibe while still feeling special enough for such an important milestone. Our guests commented on how much they loved the ambiance and how perfect the space was for a celebration like this. Erin paid attention to every detail and ensured everything ran seamlessly throughout the day. We were able to truly relax and enjoy time with family and friends without worrying about logistics. Our family and guests had an amazing time, and we couldn't have asked for a better place to celebrate. I highly recommend Geneva Winery for any special occasion--they truly go above and beyond to make your event memorable.

Stopped by worth friends to sample a few bottles of wine outside. We had a blast. The outdoor…read moreseating area is great, and easily accommodated a group of eight. Service staff are super helpful and provided a lot of great suggestions. Super clean washrooms. The inside seating is tasteful and comfortable. Highly recommend checking this place out!

We visited Cooper's Hawk with a larger party of six. Walking in, it was pretty busy, and there…read morewasn't any room available for wine tasting at the time. The restaurant was nicely decorated, and they had some new items on display for purchase. One thing I did notice was getting a few looks from some of the staff while walking through, possibly because I was wearing ripped jeans. Not sure what that was about! Some days you just don't feel like dressing up, even when going out for good food. We started with the Sweet Chili Calamari (7/10). The flavor was really good, but some pieces were a little tough. For entrees, there were plenty of highlights: * Jambalaya (9/10): Really delicious with a nice kick of spice! * Chicken Burger (8/10): Great flavor and came with good sides. * Gnocchi alla Vodka (9/10): Creamy and delicious. * Gnocchi Carbonara (8/10): Another good pasta option. * Braised Short Rib Risotto (9/10): Definitely one of the highlights. We finished with the Key Lime Pie (9/10), which was a great way to end the meal. And of course, we had to get a glass of their Romance Red wine. Absolutely delicious! Overall, the food was really good, and the service was good as well. Despite the busy atmosphere and the little awkwardness when walking in, we had a great meal. Definitely plenty of dishes worth coming back for!

Been to this one several times. Always consistent. Brussels sprouts are to die for. Can't go…read morewrong really with anything on the menu and of course their wines are delish. It does get very busy and it does get loud but oh well. Sometimes the servers are a bit overwhelmed but I get it.

I am a home brewer. How cool is that?!…read more Okay, so maybe I only did it once and it was more of a team effort but here's how I feel about that... The quantity of times I've brewed: Irrelevant The quality of the beer I brewed: Indisputable. Obvi, God gave me a talent and wants me to feel comfortable labeling myself as a home brew savant. Okay, 'savant' *might* be a bit of a stretch beyond the 'developmental disorder' part, but I feel like I should earn some kind of superstar label for (what I would consider to be) only a minimal amount of bitching about how heavy things were, how cold it was outside, and how hungry sitting around watching stuff boil made me. So at the v. least, I defo earned my home brew gold stars... plus I came up with a great beer name and made the cutest beer label in the history of history so nanananabooboo stick your head in doo doo. Anyway, I owe my home brew experience and expertise to the Home Brew Shop in St Charles. It's where we got our supplies, picked out our beastly yeasties, and talked shop with Home Brew guru (and total hottie), Ed, about... errr, stuff. Okay, my beery wonderful and home brew experienced boss was the one talking shop while my home brew ladies and I giggled and looked at all the fun goodies, but the point is that they're there to help get you started, answer any questions, and give you tips for making your home brew the very best it can be without giving off any kind of beer snob vibe. One of the coolest things about the shop is that they offer home brew and wine making classes on the weekends. So if you're like me and are the kind of person who goes to boil water, forgets about it because there's a rerun of one of your top 100 favorite Law and Order SVU episodes on, and returns to an empty pot with all the water boiled out- this might be a neat little option so you can still partake in the joy of home brewing. In conclusion, I'd like to leave you with one of my very favorite inspirational quotes: "Mmmm...... Beer" - Homer J. Simpson Happy Brewing, Y'all!

Mike is awesome. Very cool place. Will be buying my kegs as long as I'm in st Charles. Thanks!read more

This is such a cute, quaint place with outdoor seating and booths inside to get cozy. The employees…read morehere were so helpful and knowledgeable about the different wines offered. The parking can be a little tricky, especially in the summer but there is free parking in the garage about a block away. Next door is an improv place and The Guild, so there is so much to do in this area.

The wine is from a nice local wine vineyard - Lynfred Winery…read more It was lovely to have friends to taste different wines with but the place was too crowded and all of us women were in heels! The music was too loud, and in poor taste and we could not hear one another speak The food food was poor. I could have bought a Chef's Bord of meats and cheeses at Jewel and served it It was quite expensive as well We shall never return again

My cousin and I chose Sixty Four for our birthday celebration lunch. We sat outside along the river…read moresince it was a beautiful day. Chris was our server and provided great service and went above and beyond. My cousin and I decided to share the grilled oysters and the charcuterie. Chris noted my reservation said no nuts and seeds and he said that the charcuterie came with seeded lavish. He went through the lavish and only chose the ones without the seeds. Now that's service! The grilled oysters were amazing! Only four came on the plate and I wanted to eat all of them and not share. I will definitely get those again - and all to myself. The charcuterie was your typical charcuterie. You can choose your own cheeses and meats on the board which is nice. The only disappointing thing is no complimentary dessert for our birthdays. Lots of restaurants do that, but I guess not at this one. Get those grilled oysters, you won't be sorry.

THE MALBECKONING…read more SixtyFour Wine Bar is a winning concept in downtown Naperville. Much like what Tapville Social does for beer, SixtyFour follows the concept of guests having the freedom to pour their own drinks. This place is on Water St in Naperville, near Vasili's and Blue Sushi Sake. Street parking isn't plentiful so the garage is your best bet, especially in the evening. You can build your own charcuterie, but use caution: everything is a la carte and without much effort that cute cheese platter can swell upwards of $40. This happened to us on our 1st visit, I thought "yeah sure, add a $4 honeycomb and seasonal jams, why not" to go with the $9 prosciutto, $7 manchego, and $5 cornichons. More recently, I got the restaurant week pre-fixe ($49) which included a starter, entrée, dessert, and glass of champagne. Each course separately would've added up to $55 (not counting the bubbly), so this option saved a few bucks. Both my wife and I got a pour-your-own wine card, that set us back about $20pp. The wifey got a mix of a dozen west coast & east coast oysters ($36) that came with cocktail sauce and a zippy pomegranate mignonette. The goat cheese bruschetta ($13) was incredible: goat cheese spread on several large pieces of grilled sourdough with roasted tomato and balsamic. We loved this and would get it again in a heartbeat. 5/5 The dates ($13) were a different story, however, as they came with cranberry goat cheese, orange honey, and crushed walnuts. I've been so used to savory dates (wrapped in bacon with a tomato sauce) that this much sweeter iteration caught me off guard. They weren't objectively bad, I just wouldn't order them again. 3/5 For my main course, I chose the short rib ($31) as I've done several times now: tender beef with mashed potatoes, braised carrots, crispy onions, and a red wine jus. This is a delicious entrée that I find myself steering towards every time I'm here, as it pairs perfectly with a Malbec or red blend. 5/5 The gnocchi ($33) were fairly pricey which I attribute to big chunks of lobster in a white sauce. But what SixtyFour did felt like a "bastardization" of gnocchi (my wife's words, not mine) by turning it into a homemade mac 'n' cheese of sorts, cooking it in a mini cast iron skillet topped with toasted breadcrumbs. Say what?! "Breadcrumbs" and "gnocchi" should never be used in the same sentence, unless it's "hey honey I did that grocery shopping, and I got beer, eggs, wine, gnocchi, ice cream, laundry detergent, kitty litter, AAA batteries and a box of breadcrumbs". It tasted fine, but there was absolutely no need to innovate here. 1.5/5 We reached a split decision on the dirty chai crème brûlée ($11). My wife thought it was different but lovely, whereas I found it strayed too far from vanilla custard and the flavor was overpowering, as if I just snorted tea leaves. It was REALLY strong, y'all! 3/5 Bread = 3.5 Circuses = 4.5 Our server Melissa was attentive and let us know about the wine tasting inside near the hostess' stand. We had a couple small pours (1-2oz) which equated to a free half glass, no complaints there. Restrooms were clean and the outside patio has a relaxing ambiance. The vibes are classy, romantic even. * TL;DR * It's fun sampling bold reds, sweet whites, and even rosé in 1oz, 3oz, and 6oz pours. I pity the fool who grabs a glass, sticks it underneath the first tap they see up front and presses 'POUR' without realizing they just selected a 2014 Chateau Haut-Brion ...... which retails for $500 a bottle! A half glass is nearly $75! I'll stick with a $7 Shiraz, thanks. As for the food, it's been mostly great with only a few exceptions. The gnocchi was whack, and the chai crème brûlée was polarizing. Due to the presence of delicate wine glasses literally everywhere, I would keep kids away from here. Leave the little ones at home and come here for date night. SixtyFour lists themselves as a wine bar first and kitchen second, which I agree with. If what you're seeking is a kitchen *and* wine bar, hit up a Coopers Hawk. Both places have solid wine selections, but being able to enjoy wine on-demand is a big plus. I'd happily recommend SixtyFour to friends and family.

Le Cochon was on our list for some time when visiting Geneva and my only regret is that we did not…read morevisit this place earlier. I remember this place from the former restaurant which was not a culinary hit and maybe that was a reason bu Le Cochon is proudly representing a good french cousine. We did not have the reservation for Saturday night dinner but were seated at the bar where we had a great attendence from gentlemen from the bar. Atmosphere is cosy, with dimmed lights and the noise is moderate making it a good place for talks during the diner . They had a Spanish wines wine special where the bottle of wine started at $16 which is deal you do not find very often those days. We started with some appetizers: Oysters--Very , fresh crisp served with apple mignonette which was awesome Charcuterie; Pork Rillette, absolutely delicious. Dried sausage, very good quality. Pastrami de canard, another fantastic meat option I just wish they served 4 pieces for a couple which would be easier to share. Evrything was served with grain mustard , cornichons , jam and light crisps. Dinner: Macaronade Setoise-comfort food at its best, pasta was cooked al dente , tomato sauce was deep and rich and addition of sausage gave it that extra umami flavor. Beef Bourguignon--French classic. Beef was cooked well, served with vegetables and demi glace sauce. I wish there was bit more of the sauce around the potatoes but the whole dish was delicious and went well with Spanich Garnacha wine. We finished with Creme Brulee which was very good but I thing the sugar was schorched a little beyond the right temperature because it was a little bit bitter. This was absolutely a great experience at Le Cochon and we will come back and try more dishes at this restaurant!

Each time we come to Le Cochen we love it. This time we came for happy hour (1/2 price glasses of…read morewine and discounted appetizers). We sat on the patio, they have shaded or sun and lots of tables. I had the Chardonnay and it was really good! We had the smoked salmon appetizer and the potato skewers. I'm not a fan of salmon, but with the sauce they provide, it was doable. The potatoes were so good, crispy on the outside, but they explode into creaminess when you bite them. We didn't have them this time, but the calamari appetizer is my favorite! We were having such a good time, we decided to stay for dinner. I had the Coq au vin and loved it. I usually get the Beef bourguignon because that is also really good. My husband had that and it did not disappoint. Service was great, as always! One of the best restaurants in Geneva.