The most incredible (and only) speakeasy in the Finger Lakes. After hours of driving, we knew we needed a cool spot to go to at night for some delicious wine. Of course, the Finger Lakes are KNOWN for wine so we're just thinking we're making reservations for a wine bar (with "speakeasy" vibes). Which that would've been totally cool with us. After continuous back and forth, changing our reservations 50 million times, adding and taking people out, we finally made it to Vinifera on a Friday night and were super apologetic since we had to make yet another change. The staff was absolutely incredible and accommodating, they made sure our party of 10 would be in the same room/table. The only "downfall" was that we'd have to share the room with another small party. Which was absolutely not a problem and we ended up being BFF'S with them by the end of the night. We met the owner Jim - the most incredible human - and he took us down to the speakeasy (which passes right through a super secretive door in the back of the main room upstairs). Side note - the main room upstairs is a vibe on it's own btw and we would've been absolutely fine and happy there. It's an actual wine store and you can purchase all kind of local wines. Be sure to ask and get all the recommendations you want. Not only did we get to enjoy an incredible time but we got a super cool VIP experience and learned the story and so much history about this place, the concept, the origin and what sparked the idea of creating it. That itself, was a treat. On to the actual speakeasy experience. When you go downstairs (through that fun super cool super secretive door) - you're instantly transported to another era, another time. It's dark, it's velvety, chandeliers, spiderwebs (the aesthetic kind, idk if there were actually any but it fit the vibe in my head), Leonardo Da Vinci, Mona Lisa, candles, curtains. There are two super cool rooms, one to the right (which is where our large party sat at) and one to the left - totally recommended for smaller groups, it's cozy, it's chill, you can interact and share with other guests too. Just by this, I'm wowed. As if this wasn't enough, the drinks were absolutely incredible. I ended up ordering some kind of a smoked drink and they happily substituted the regular old fashioned for mezcal. What a dream. Everyone was happy with their drink orders, some ordered some off the menu things and they happily made them - even though they technically only serve what's on the menu. Wine flights are also available if you're in the wine vibe. Bottom line: we loved this place SO much, we came back 2 night's later for our last night. We sat in the other room and absolutely loved and enjoyed it. I had a lavender drink and it was delish. This place is a GEM and you should absolutely check it out and support it if you're in the area. If you're not, well now you have a place I know you'll love to go to! read more

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Vinifera in Geneva offers a fantastic dual experience--upstairs, you'll find expertly crafted cocktails in a stylish setting, while downstairs, a hidden speakeasy adds an intimate, vintage charm. Fabulous place. The cocktails were absolutely delicious and the staff were incredibly friendly. read more

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Vinifera Flagship is so charming! Down a European-esque street in Geneva NY, duck in for delicious cocktails expertly crafted and local and international wines. We have enjoyed the speakeasy several times and are treated to a cool, cozy vibe by proprietor Jim Cecere! His service is 5 stars!!! Definitely a must visit if in the Finger Lakes! read more

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First time visiting Geneva, NY and we came across Linden Street. This street has multiple restaurants and one of them is Vinifera. There is free live music on Linden Street every Friday and Saturday from 6:30pm-9:30pm. Vinifera also has a speakeasy in their basement. We wanted to enjoy the live music so we sat outside. There were about 4 tables. Vinifera is the only wine shop and tasting room devoted exclusively to Finger Lakes wines. There is an option to do a flight of four wines for $20 so what better way to try a variety of wines. I had the Lamoreaux Landing Moscato, Living Roots Golden Fields, Dr. Konstantin Frank Dry Rose, and Glenora Brut. I enjoyed the Lamoreaux Landing Moscato so much that I ordered a glass of it after I finished the flight. We ordered a charcuterie board, but realized it was kind of small so we ordered another one. It took a while for it to come out. It was $20 each and not worth it in my opinion. It came with a few crackers, cheese, meats, olives, and peppers. Service was friendly but a little slow with bringing out the menus and taking our orders. They seemed very busy with the speakeasy and with people outside. Wine came out quickly though. The tasting room is very spacious. read more

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This was a great find. We went down into the speakeasy which is quite literally a basement. It was nice and cool down there. I loved that they offered flights of cocktails as well. The service was good and they were helpful. It was not loud at all, but was very dark. Once you adjust to that it's fine! Drinks were good. read more

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Amazing place! The underground speakasy is delightful I had a great time with my friends and family playing board games. Waiters are very friendly, the owner was very considerate and the area was beautifully decorated. Highly recommend it if you want good drinks and a good time. read more

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This place! Who would have ever thought Geneva NY, tiny little Geneva NY would get a place like this. Talk about a special spot. It's good to go with friends. IDEAL to go if you're going on a date, it's just a unique spot. In NYC, this would be a common type of place. NYC is fun and all, but it can definitely be more than exhausting. So for a spot like this to open in Geneva...excellent move from whoever owns this place. Ok, full disclosure, lol, I don't even drink. I have, of course. I grew up in upstate New York, so of course most of us have all done wine tours..why? Because the miles and miles of vineyards and endless amounts of wineries we have. Also, wine tours are funnn af! I stopped drinking a long time ago. However, my friends are still a bunch of lushes lol. I went home a couple months ago. First time in almost 4 years and of course...because Covid bs. I hadn't seen anyone in so long. Few days after getting there, my friends, who've I've been friends with 35 years! (Mind..blown!) they made this reservation a week or so before I got home. My one friend Melissa is the one who was so excited to bring me here. Some of the others hadn't even been here yet and they never leave Geneva lol. You walk in and it's a nice little shop. Tons of wines in display. Truly, the layout is amazing. The girl working, 20 something years old. Seemed cool at first. More later on that lol. She then takes me and Melissa through the back room and down these stairs. I felt all like we were in some mafia movie or some shit lol. It was awesome! Check out the pics. We get below the store in this suuuuuper incredible room. Dimly lit, "posh" looking...such a corny word to use, but I actually think it kinda fits here. Especially since this isn't something you'd normally see in Geneva. It is on Linden St tho and Linden St is probably the greatest little street in all of Geneva. So there are 2 separate rooms down there. All decked out, super comfortable couches, chairs, candles, etc. It really is a special place. I'm glad she took me here. Even tho I don't drink, I'd gladly go back to this place with them. Maybe one day, I'll have a drink with them haha. The girl working. In any universe, she is 100% the type of girl that I lovvvve! And I always get along with girls like her. Some of my closest friends are her age. I know..weird but it's whatever. I'm gay! Haha! Most of us and our close friends are all girls lol. The people I was with this night...all girls I grew up with. Anyway, this girl here I'm like 99.999% positive she didn't like me and I couldn't figure out what tf that was all about. I was super nice to her, never said anything rude, because I'm just not that way unless you REALLY push my buttons. Even then tho, I almost always bite my tongue. I saw her roll her eyes at me when I made a joke to my friends and I was like...omg y'all! She hates me! Hahaha! Then when we were leaving, we asked her to take our pic. I handed her my phone and Melissa handed her her phone. She looks at the back of both of them and sooooo snotty says "yeah, I'm not gonna use this one, it's like..old" hahahaha! "Ima use hers because it's obviously newer and it's better" I said to the girls...ohhhh shoooot! She's got jokes! Y'all heard that, right? Why does she hate me?? Hahaha! I know this sounds so juvenile, but wanna know why that is? Because it is juvenile. The 4 stars is for that reason. More juvenile behavior. Sorry, I absolutely HATE giving bad feedback on a place unless it's absolutely warranted. I think it is here. And tbh, I don't this this feedback is all that bad. I got home later and was thinking about it and just figured..ok, sis didn't like me because I'm a guy and I was hanging out with all females. However, my whole life, that's how it's always been. My closest friends have always been women. Of course I have male friends, but the 4 I was with this night/5 over the weekend..all girls I grew up with. Can you tell I'm still a little butthurt? Lol Maybe she was just having a bad day, who knows. She and Melissa tho acted like they been homies for life lol. This won't deter anyone from going here. It shouldn't. I'm sure aside from that night, she is awesome and if she knew me and I knew her at all, we'd get along just fine. Aside from that, she's good at her job. The place wasn't crowded, thank God. It was a Thursday night tho. She was very attentive to us and the others that were there. Checked on the customers regularly, knew the product and knew how to sell it. Thanks for reading, Yelpineferas! Cheers! read more

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Very cool aesthetic! First time in a speakeasy and it was so cool. I got a flight of wines that were good, one really hit the spot for me! Great thing to try especially if you're walking around the town :) read more

Vinifera - speakeasy - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Geneva, New York

We visited Vinifera for the speakeasy experience. In the past, I have been disappointed by a "speakeasy" that is not truly hidden or having a surprise element. Vinifera exceeded our expectations! We were escorted from the storefront to the speakeasy bar. The staff was kind, accommodating, and welcoming. The drink menu was limited but the bartender was creative and happy to make customized drinks. read more

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Stumbled across this speakeasy while looking to continue the night out. What an amazing surprise! It was elegant and the perfect vibe to end the night. We got a s'mores latte and an old fashioned. read more

Vinifera - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Geneva, New York

Rude management. We were asked to leave after asking for a drink to be remade. A hot -martini. Never again

This looks to be a great new wine bar in the heart of Geneva! It seems designed to showcase some of the best wines of the Finger Lakes and it does that well. You can purchase bottles from their selection, and it's a great selection: Konstantin Frank, Weis, Damiani, Boundary Breaks, and more. The interior is designed in a formal style, with beautiful woodwork, comfortable seating, and appealing accents. There are usually visiting wineries offering tastings, and there are a few gifts for sale too. Recommended if you're trying to survey some of the best wines available or if you're new to the Finger Lakes or if you just want to buy a great bottle of wine. It's a little cramped inside but that doesn't detract too much. Not a ton of seating either, so it's really more of a wine shop with great tastings. read more

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Eclectic, unique and beyond welcoming. Drinks were one of a kind, service was on point and owner Jim made the place even more special. All items from locally sourced businesses. A must try for some late night fun! read more

This place was remarkable. I had my stag night here and the experience was well worth it. The drinks were great, the ambiance perfect, and the staff very obliging. We played board games all the way through the night. It was so fun. read more

This was the greatest little find during our weekend away. Love that you can make a reservation and this unsuspecting wine store has a gorgeous speakeasy basement. Cocktails were great and the vibe was even better. A must try. read more

Great little wine bar with an amazing speakeasy hidden in the basement! There are two different sized rooms depending on your party size. The drink menu is great and they offer some light charcuterie board eats. Reasonable pricing for what it is! Great vibe and good service. Loved it! read more

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What a hidden gem! My husband and I are not from the area, and when we do visit, we are usually too tipsy from wine tasting on the trail to go out afterwards. We initially visited the wine shop to perhaps get a wine to have after dinner. We saw several women enter a secret room and descend a staircase. Upon further investigation, we were asked if we wanted a table. To satisfy our curiosity, we agreed. Following the waiter, we were transported into a clandestine 1920s themed hideaway. We sat on leather chairs with a small table between us, perfectly intimate. We each ordered a glass of wine and enjoyed the atmosphere. Next time, we will certainly try their cocktails, and dress the part. In jeans and nice sweaters, we felt underdressed. Definitely a cool place! read more

Love this place and everything about it. The decor is absolutely stunning, they serve local wine, they feature local winemakers, and there's a beautiful speakeasy downstairs (44 Linden) that serves cocktails. It's definitely place you can go back to and have different experiences in depending on whether if you sit outside, inside, or downstairs. read more

Vinifera - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Geneva, New York

Absolutely loved the downstairs speakeasy. Super chill vibe and a very cool space. Featured drink menu fit the theme and cocktails were perfect. Very attentive service. If you're looking for a relaxing spot to enjoy a couple cocktails, this is it. read more

Excellent speak easy friendly people. Great drinks. The basement is awesome. Service is great

I had the pleasure of visiting Vinifera in my hometown of Geneva, NY this weekend -- what an experience. You walk into a beautiful wineshop full of local wines. Everything from the lighting, the floors and ceiling, to the gorgeous painted mural of the Finger Lakes on the wall is perfectly done. And then, if you're lucky, you walk down the stairs into the speakeasy where you can sit in comfortable chairs and drink delicious wines and drinks with your friends. And you'll make new friends! The owner is a GHS graduate who has returned to the area to present Geneva with this diamond. Reserve the speakeasy in advance!!! You will love it. read more

New business with a large selection of Finger Lakes only wines. a friend told me it was a special experience. it certainly was. Highly recommend a visit You'll go back. I did read more

Such a cool place to hit when you are looking for a drink. We had a great sommelier who picked the perfect wine flights for us to try. The cheesecake was very good. We would go here again. read more

We went here for a cocktail before dinner while visiting our son, a student at Hobart College. Loved the atmosphere, cocktail menu and service. We would highly recommend it. read more

What a fabulous place! Amazing Finger Lakes wines selection and cocktails, offering charcuterie & desserts. Such a fun experience read more

Vinifera - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Geneva, New York

Kate makes the best drinks, she was great! There's a secret entrance behind the bookcase. We can't wait until we visit the finger lakes again. If you're in town, give it a go! read more

An absolute gem in Geneva! They have amazing local wine and specialty cocktails! Great spot to have a night cap or a few drinks before dinner. Check out the wine shop, but don't forget to ask to go downstairs! The speakeasy is gorgeous and intimate. Perfect spot for locals and tourists to really appreciate Finger Lakes wine! read more

Wonderful wine bar, very knowledgeable staff. Alton was great with recommending tastings and varieties for this region. I would recommend this place and especially the staff like Alton for any assistance. read more

Visited the wine bar and next door gift shop with my wife and daughter. Jim clearly has a passion for these businesses. We had a great time, tasted and bought some excellent fingerlakes wines. We look forward to visiting the speak-easy he had created downstairs. Don't miss this place. read more