The wine selection is great and the atmosphere is friendly. The servers are knowledgeable, friendly and courteous! The menu has something for everyone! I totally recommend their wine club! read more

Horrible service. The waitress must have been having a horrible day. When I asked her a question, she rudely responded, "I've been here 8 years", "I think I would know!". I will never return. She was the worst! read more

I am cheating on Austin with Helotes. I have fallin in-love with this tiny town outside of San Antonio. I first discovered Helotes via Willie Nelson when he got me drunk on his whiskey at a funky little dive BBQ joint called Floore's - a stones through from Wine 101.... I love Wine 101 for so many reasons beginning with them being so dog friendly and ending with them being within hearing distance from Floore's live music. The courtyard is old world stone beautiful with colorful umbrellas to shade you from the sun. And as the sun sets the music or movie begins. They offer a delicious choice of Tapas and wine. Check them out if you are passing through Helotes - you will not be disappointed! read more

Been a while since I had last been to Wine 101, but my bestie, Cindy, invited me to hang out with her and this is her favorite places to be. She walks in and it's practically a "NORM!!" moment. That's cool. I took advantage of her wine club membership and we got a middle of the road (between sweet and dry) wine, with a Frico Rosso I'm usually not a fan of even mildly dry wines, but I really did like this wine. The Italian Dough Knots were incredible. Thumbs up Cindy and 101! Friendly staff, comfortable atmosphere and nice music overhead. Looking forward to coming back. read more

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Okay, okay. Let's first set expectations. 1. This is not a HIGH END experience. 2. If you sit outside, there is dirt, and there are mosquitoes (but they provide OFF) in the summer, and you will walk away smelling like a BBQ pit in the winter. 3. The "waitstaff" are college kids, with good taste in wine, who wear jeans. 4. The wine can be eclectic, but don't get your panties in a wad if you find "Hot to Trot" on the shelf. 5. They don't make decisions for you on anything - wine or food. Put your big girl panties on, and live a little! Having said all of that. Phillip and Deb will make you feel like family. No, if they saw this they wouldn't even know me - but I know them. They make sure. They also change the station to "Louie" for me, and they have THE BEST pairing trays EVER. Once the fridge went out, so Phillip let us head to HEB and bring our own food. He never complains, always has a smile, and can talk wine with the most sophisticated sommeliers out there. Go in the summer, and hang inside to see the artwork and chit chat. Go in the winter (or transition times) to sit by a fire pit, and enjoy Helotes at its best. Fridays and Saturdays (mostly) have small two person bands that play amazing homespun music. This is your patio on steroids. -children TIP: Always try a new platter. They keep them fresh, different, and anything on them will pair well with any of the wines. You didn't finish your wine? They will pack it up to go home. SERVICE! read more

Loved. This. Place. It was a crisp night, but we wanted to sit outside. Every table had warm, fuzzy blankets for you to bundle up under the lights in the courtyard. The cheese platter was delicious and a meal in itself. The wine selection was great and we had a sparkling rose. They had a musician playing acoustic guitar who was super talented. The ambiance was great and I would highly recommend this place. We really enjoyed it and it was on the main drag in Helotes. read more

I absolutely love this great place !!! Deb and Phil are sooo welcoming and all of the staff is wonderf read more

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This place is perfect for a cozy evening out with friends (or perhaps a bit of romance). Great wine selection for prices that are fair and tasty food offerings as well. We always go for one of the cheese platters, and they're flexible with changing out options to suit your tastes. FYI - the cheese platters for two are more than enough for 3 or 4 people even. We've done a couple "girls nights" here, but it's also great to bring in the guys (who may or may not like wine). They've got a handful of beers that should please. There's indoor as well as outdoor space. In the summer, it's nice to escape inside, though it's a bit more intimate as space is limited with just a few couches chairs in small rooms. The outdoor space is gorgeous with lights in the trees and several fire pits encircled with chairs. Perfect for a cool to cold evening. Will definitely be taking advantage of Wine 101 in the coming months before the heat returns! read more

Went yesterday evening with 3 friends and loved it! We were there for 5 hours and tried multiple wines and lots of yummy food! It is definitely a place I want to go to again! It is rustic and charming and relaxing. Sunday offers a $5 glass of wine from any open bottle - great opportunity to try different wines - which I did. There are two desserts on the menu - one is a brownie and the other is the most amazing thing you will put in your mouth - it is chocolate and sinful! A must try! Can't wait to return! read more

This place is my personal version of heaven. I can sit outside under large shade trees with a glass (but probably a bottle) of wine and one of four amazing cheese plates. The relaxed, romantic atmosphere is a great place to go with large groups or bring your furry friend to hang out. They do have indoor seating if the heat and mosquitoes are too much for you. The staff is very knowledgeable, but way less pretentious than some of the wine bars in SA. You have to check this place out! read more

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Even though it's located in town, sitting outside under the lighted trees at Wine 101 is like a little escape. I was sad that the large fire pits were not lit, but I imagine they light then on the weekends. Tons of cozy indoor and outdoor seating. They have fleece blankets folded over the back of the outdoor chairs for those lovely yet slightly chilly nights. The wait staff is very attentive and knowledgable. We chose to sit outside and we were served in a timely manner. They have awesome nightly specials, and the wine prices were extremely reasonable for a wine bar. You can easily find a wine that suits your taste for under $30. What a steal! read more

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I really like this place. It is ideal if you're going with a group of friends to chill, have some wine and catch up. The gardens are really pretty and he overall place makes you feel warm and welcome. The people managing the place are super nice and helpful. The only reason why i took one star away is because i would like more variety in their cheeses and tapas (more flavorful, different combos every once in a while). Otherwise, i highly recommend. read more

New favorite place. Hesitant to post a review because I don't want you people showing up and ruining it for me ; ) can't believe this place wasn't packed. Very comfortable. Great wine selection, really good prices. Knowledgeable staff. Well done antipasto/tapas. Get the seafood and cheese plates. No wait on a Saturday night. Perfect for sitting outside. Live music but not too loud - you can still carry on a conversation. read more

Great area to hang out with friends, family, etc. relaxing environment. Great place especially in warm weather. Able to sit outside, and listen to live entertainment! read more

To kill time before our dinner reservations at the nearby Grey Moss Inn, my wife and I stopped in for a bottle of "Handcrafted for Wine 101 Brut" sparkling wine and a glass of Pullus sauvignon blanc. Our server was a little schmoozy, and the singer-songwriter guy "entertaining" the crowd was definitely not our thing. But the wine was good, the atmosphere was nice, and we had a pleasant time together. Would love to return the next time we're in the area. read more

Wine, food, and an evening outdoors in the hill country, can't get any better than that. I came here with some girlfriends before a Robert Earl Keen concert this summer. The staff was super friendly. We were seated right away and did not have to wait long for our food or wine. I believe most of the food was cheese, specialty meats/seafood and fruit/veggies served tapas style. They served good portions with each plate having items that complemented each other well. They have a decent wine list and the staff was knowledgeable about the wine. There is an indoor section, however I only saw customers sitting outside. All in all this was a great way to start our evening. My friends were impressed with my choice of pre-concert dining. Thanks Yelpers for pointing me in the right direction!!! read more

Casual atmosphere with a friendly and knowledgeable staff! This is a hidden gem in the Helotes area. Waited too long to try it out and will do everything I can to become a regular! Plan to bring your friends.... You will want to share this experience! read more

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HORRIBLE SERVICE! They sat us down and never came back while they waited on other tables around us. We confronted a server and she said she would be with us right away and sat another 20 minutes. She then came and waited another table and didn't come to us. Horrible horrible experience. Never coming back again. The customer service clearly needs to be worked on ASAP!!!!!! read more

Hidden Gem!! Had the most perfect time here last Sunday......came in for some wine and tapas with friends......and absolutely fell in love.... Super cute little wine bar/club in an old house.....with what looks like a fantastic outdoor patio....we didn't get to experience it first-hand because it was freeeeeeezing out the night we came by. Instead we sat in the front room which is full of comfy couches and chairs and feels like your hanging out in your friends living room. Ordered a bottle of Pinot (I believe it was the French Maid) which was phenom.......bright but had depth and a smooth silky finish....and got the Italian Tour to share.....we only ordered for 1 but they were incredibly generous with the servings and it ended up being enough for us all to snack on. Food was fresh and dee-lish and the service was also fantastic.....friendly, attentive and genuine.....just the way I like it! If I lived in San Antonio I would certainly be on their list of regulars....especially when the weather warms up and the patio is a more reasonable option.... read more

Nice dive wine bar in Old Helotes. Friendly staff, tasty treats, and a decent selection of wine. Get the meat & cheese board for 2! read more

I love coming here! I've been coming for years and recommend this place to everyone! Staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. They have outdoor and indoor seating. Outside is this adorable courtyard surrounded by beautiful older buildings and large trees trickled with lights. There's live music on weekends and is pet friendly. There's also a lot of events throughout the year and have an awesome wine membership which includes exclusive invites to wine parties. Their menu is also phenomenal! I love the pizza and meatballs!! Throughout the week they also have specials on food and bottles of wine. Definitely my go to place! read more

We've been coming here for months and the service is always great. Despite how busy it gets (spring and summer evenings especially), the staff are consistent and friendly. The platters are a welcome addition to sharing a bottle of wine in a low key comfortable environment. They have a decent selection of wines and have just expanded their indoor bar, see pictures. read more

Service: bad Food: ok Atmosphere: romantic especially with a live band tonight We were told to grab a seat, one of the wait staff will find us. That did not happen. Had to flag someone down. After flagging someone down, she said she'll find our waitress. Anticipating more waiting, I looked at the menu on yelp and decided what we wanted so we can ordered as soon as she shows up. Did exactly that. After 10mins, she brought out two plates and one knife, one fork and one napkin. There are two of us and we ordered two plates of food. Food came. She checked on us so I asked for one more setting. It never came. We finished eating and my hands are dirty. Fine, I'll use my son's dirty napkin! Still no one came, and my son was getting antsy because he wanted to leave. I sent him to get gelato next door. He came back 10 mins later, ate his gelato and still our waitress is no where to be seen. Finally had to flag someone down again to get our check. Sigh, I'll stop here to spare you the rest of the story, it was, of course, more waiting......still waiting. read more

I enjoy a good romantic ambience...especially if it's outdoors, and it can be enjoyed any night of the year :) that's exactly what my husband and I got when we visited Wine 101 on a cold January night. We were warmly welcomed, and Melissa lit a fire just for the two of us to enjoy on their beautifully landscaped front "yard." blankets are also available by request, by the way.. There were quite a few impressive wine selections on the menu. We decided on a Grenache and a red blend. Both were to our liking, and not terribly expensive. The tapas, however, were a different story. We ordered the seafood trio which was $28 for two people. We felt it was overpriced for what was apparently pre-packaged smoked oysters, smoked salmon, a small portion of crab salad, some Brie, grapes, and pieces of artichoke with way more bread than what we needed. We do plan to go again, perhaps with friends, but next time we'll eat before we go, so that our money is better spent on the wine :) read more

Beautiful and relaxing place in Helotes area to enjoy some wine with friends or your hubby.. The service was good. read more

Wine 101 - Enjoying some time with my husband. - Tapas Bars Near Me - Helotes, Texas

The new building is wonderful with all the charm of the old one but with so much more to offer. Like a full bar and way more tables. They are planning on expanding their food options on the near future so we can't wait to see where they go next. read more

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This is a treasure in the San Antonio/Helotes area. This wine bar has one of the finest staff I have ever encountered! Philip excels at bringing in new and interesting wines. This place is a must go...so, GO!!! read more

Great atmosphere and good vibes. It's off the beaten path but worth the visit. The staff was very knowledgeable about wine selections

Very relaxed wine bar. They have couches and a bar to sit at. Lots of wine options as well!! 101!! read more

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My friend said they went here with a big family party and had a great time so she brought another group of us back there and the experience was very lackluster. Though the place was cute with lots of interesting artwork and decor, the rest of the experience wasn't very good. Basically, the wine was ok to good (selection, quality, and prices), the food was average to below average, and the service was pretty bad. The server wouldn't make recommendations on menu items or portions when asked ("Well, it depends what you like", "Well, it depends on how hungry you are", etc."), despite repeated prodding. He also told us that they didn't have certain wines because someone else forgot to chill them. The food, appetizers, was very lackluster. The portions weren't super impressive and nothing we had was all that memorable. In addition, several of the items that were supposed to come out with hot bread came out with cold bread. Basically, between the food and service, we decided to cut the evening short and go somewhere else. read more

Went on a Saturday night and was able to be seated outside, granted this was around 6 pm. Ordered the chorizo and queso dip which had a lot to be desired. The chips were not homemade and tasted like they came from one of those big bag of chips that you would find at a ball park. The chorizo tasted like bacon bits while the queso lacked flavor. We also ordered the pepperoni flatbread as well as the goat cheese and bacon. The flatbreads could definitely use some work. Their wine menu was top notch. read more

This is my husband's and mine favorite get away from the kids. Just a great place to escape the rat race and have good conversation whether for two or ten. Try their Tempranillo wines. I can't drink anything else. Miss their live music but they promise it will make a return soon and they know how to put a good playlist together to compliment the atmosphere. Can't wait for the new bigger building to open any day. Run to this place the next time you need a great place to relax, have great wine, the best tapas and more!! read more

This place is AMAZING!!!! Deb is awesome, my wife Jess and I got married here years ago. Can't say enough great things about this place. This will forever be our spot and a huge staple for the town of Helotes! read more

This place is a nice little jem. Pizza was great and the ambience is great for relaxing with friends or a nice casual date night. We'll be back again! read more

Gus was our server, and welcomed my two friends and I to our first of many visits to this hidden gem. What a fabulous cozy place in the winter, and I can only imagine the great times we will have enjoying the summer sky when it starts to warm up! The wine list is creative and developed. We also decided on the Italian cheese and olive tapas plate. Delicious! read more

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Went here Friday with a couple of friends. I was surprised to find they had full, 750ml bottles of Perrier Jouet, Piper Heidseick, and Taittenger for $40 each! Proper bottle service, and a fun, off the beaten path wine list. We ordered the Perrier Jouet and G Spot white blend. Food was spectacular and we left two empty bottles. A gem of a wine bar for sure! Service was a tad slow but considering the packed house I'm certainly not complaing. Perfect place for date night or a group. read more

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I feel safe because we are on a patio. Nice environment. It is located at Helotes, a beautiful town.

Hadn't been here in years, but we decided to try it out again for the 1/2 off wine special on Wednesdays. It was great. Nice live music, had a great waiter named David who was super attentive and knowledgable about the wine selection. The goat cheese flatbread was delicious. We'll definitely be back. read more

What a find! This place was absolutely charming and just what we were looking for. Honestly, thank you Yelpers. Took a look at this place on here..read two reviews or so, saw the pictures and I was sold. Who wouldn't love to share a bottle of wine outside under the stars. This place was far enough from the hub bub of the city which made it that much more relaxing. It was a lovely little place, no frills, a bunch of cute ambient string lights, outdoor patio like chairs and tables. We nabbed the cutest seat...a swing chair for two. This place offers tapas menu and tons of amazing wine. Perfect date night! If you're tired of same old Copa, Candlelight, Cove or any other SA wine bar type place then you have got to come here. Got the European plate and substituted the meat for no meat.....Best cheese plate EVER!! no lie After sharing a bottle we got one bottle to go off the little menu of limited, special wines...the stuff you can't get in stores. They will open a wine for you and let you cork it ..take it with you. Great:) By the way..the inside is adorable, quiet, quaint. Its like you're in the cutest little house. Overall.....best date night, best wine, best cheese plate. We're going back asap! read more

Wine 101 - So so good - Tapas Bars Near Me - Helotes, Texas

First of all. We love the owners Deb and Phil. We have been members at Wine 101 for about 2 years. This wine and tapas bar is fabulous. The food selection is creatively presented and is delicious. The staff is very personable. It is such a fun place We look forward to our weekly visit either Friday or Saturday. We LOVE WINE 101. We recommend this relaxing atmosphere to anyone read more