This was definitely a great stop. Converted bank where they produce their own wines. Most IL…read morewineries have trouble making quality wines but this place makes some really good red wines. Met the owners daughter and she was a great hostess helping us through what she liked and finding a few we might like. While I'm 45 minutes away I'll be back.

Tried this place for the first time this Saturday with a larger group of ladies. I love that they…read morehave wine flights where you can try 4 wines, but the slushees other reviews mention might be a seasonal thing. Seems reasonable to get 4 small glasses of wine for $16. Our waitress seemed overwhelmed with the amount of tables she was handling and just overall grumpy. I can understand that doing separate checks for a large group might not be fun, but she just seemed irritable the whole time until we gave her a decent tip. She directed us to get our own water from the self-serve station. I did like that I could do the wine flight from the table vs. they only offer the 6 wine tasting from the bar. I was a little disappointed that no one explained which wine was which, and I was left guessing when I ordered all sweet wines and a couple that looked very similar. When I later wanted to order a glass, I apparently picked the wrong one, but none of them were horrible so that was OK. I also ordered the small charcuterie plate, which was a perfect snack plate. Some of our party ordered flatbreads and wraps, which also looked really good, so I would definitely try this place again. This place doesn't seem like they're that good at accommodating large groups as they only have small round tables they had pushed together, but we made it work. They seemed a bit understaffed for a Saturday afternoon. If you like sweet wines, my favorite was the Sweet Purple Lady, followed by Blackberry. I took a bottle home.

Owner was nice. Talkative and gave good information. Explained how he created his wine. Would go…read morehere again. Thanks!!!

The "owner's wife" presented a very negative attitude...she certainly made it clear that she did…read morenot want to be there. And she was rude to the performer in front of customers. We enjoyed the entertainment and he filled the place with the number of people he brought in. Our table spent $200 alone! Come to find out the winery didn't even pay the entertainer or at least offer him a beverage! Shameful. We won't be back.

Found this place just searching for wineries near me, and glad I did. Very nice place. It wasn't…read morebusy as we went early afternoon. Plenty of seating indoor and outdoor. The two owners work the place and are very nice and hospitable. Nice wine selection. My wife and I both did a wine tasting to get familiar with some of their wines. I like most reds as my wife likes most whites. To each their own, but I really liked the Double Shot wine. Surprisingly my wife liked the Pinot Noir Reserve. Just an overall nice atmosphere to sit back and enjoy some wine to relax with some friends and/or family. We will definitely be back. Give this place a try, You won't be disappointed.

Very nice setting inside and out. Go relax and have fun there. They have great ambience outside in…read morethe summer and fall season. Nicely done and we will be back!

I've never had a bad meal at Cooper's Hawk. Their food is always wonderful, love their wine…read moreselection and always have wonderful service. I got to try a new seasonal lunch dish, Chicken Francese. (Caramelized Parmesan Chicken, Crispy Yukon Potatoes, Garlic Spinach, Calabrian White Wine Sauce, Lemon Brown Butter) Excellent! Always recommend trying their seasonal menu- there's often delicious, new items to try.

Wow, what a truly great experience! My friend and I went here late afternoon the other day. We had…read morethe BEST service here and let me tell you it's been a while. Cameron was top notch. He was pleasant, friendly, and offered amazing choices. He was on top of everything and my drink never went dry. In fact after we talked for a bit we realized we had some things in common. Such a great time at Cooper's and we will be back and request Cameron J.

Great service!!! Both Gordy and Cara were very knowledgeable about the wines and very friendly.read more

Nice place. Had nice live music when we were there, nice bar, pretty nicely displayed antiques…read more Very friendly employees. Definitely be going back

My husband and I stopped in at the tasting room for the first time last October. We enjoyed it so…read moremuch we returned again this Spring. We were warmly greeted by Rori, our server (also our server last year). We chose 6 wines to sample and Rori poured and explained each wine to us. This young woman really knows her stuff. We ordered a small cheese board to enjoy with our final wine choices. This was more than just a stop for wine; it was an experience. I highly recommend the wines, the food and the friendly and knowledgeable staff. we'll be back.

This is a review is for August Hill Winery on the Hill in Peru Illinois. This is their production…read moreand vineyard location open only on Sat/Sun from mid May thru October. They also have a tasting room and ship in North Utica. Wine flights,glass or bottle and light snacks are available for purchase. You can bring in your own food and pets are welcome. Bring a lawn chair,enjoy the views of the Illinois Valley and listen to free entertainment from 1-4 on selected weekends. More info on their website. They do need outdoor facilities and steps or a ramp up to the Hill would be a nice addition along with a paved entrance. A fun way to spend a day !

I really enjoy coming to this winery because there are nice places to sit and enjoy your wine along…read morewith snacks. This specific time it was nice to sit outdoors, but in a covered area while the rain came down. Their service was great as always.

It's always a lovely experience at Lynfred Winery. The staff is friendly and quite knowledgeable…read more And whether you are a true wine connoisseur or just learning and want to sample something different you've come to the right place.

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!

Went here one time to check it out. This place definitely deserves more hype. Their ciders are…read moregreat, reminds me of stuff you'd find in Europe, or Michigan, and not as overwhelmingly sweet as stuff you find at a store. Their dessert wine/port was a hit we took home a bottle to pair with a desert. My family loved it. The owners are very kind and informative and the general vibe inside is great.

This is an awesome place. My daughter had her wedding here this past week and we couldn't have been…read morehappier with the space, the atmosphere and the service. Linda, the coordinator, was the absolute best. From the planning in the morning to the end she was there. Helpful every step. She anticipated our needs and made things happen. The rain moved the ceremony inside and she didn't flinch. Reset everything and we were good to go. Food and wine is delicious. They're open Thursday thru Sunday. Check them out. The castle like building is beautiful inside and out. It's full of history and cool stories. Whether you go for lunch, dinner or decide to hold a private event here... You won't be disappointed!

What a gem of a wine destination in Joilet! The building itself is historic, beautiful and…read morecastle-like. The staff encourage you to explore the house before settling in to do a tasting. Each room had its own character. I loved hearing about the rich history of the building as well as how it became the tasting room it is today. There were four of us who visited. A tasting is $20 for (8) sample pours. I was surprised at how good each of the wines were! Our group's favorites were the Sauvignon Blanc, 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon, and Bishop's Blend. Jordan guided us through the tasting telling us about each wine and answering any questions we had. He did a great job at keeping our glasses full while also giving us space to enjoy. Overall, this is a great wine tasting option in the area!

We made our first visit to Prairie State Winery on Mother's Day and we totally enjoyed it. As you…read moremight imagine, they were packed, but the service was wonderful. Our waiter, Charlie, did a wonderful job. We ordered the margherita flatbread and the cheese and cracker basket. When we saw it, we thought "we'll never finish this"...but we did! It was tremendous. We will be back!!!

My parents come out here a lot and enjoy this winery and their food offerings, so my mother brought…read moremy brother and me out to check it out. Overall, it's very nice! In an old storefront building but they have also added a charming courtyard on the back. They make a LOT of wines! And the food menu is quite robust as well, not just snacks or a cheese plate, as at some places. We split the ham sliders and the chicken raspberry flatbread sandwich, both of which were very tasty and came with crisp kettle chips. To drink, my mom and I had the wine swirl slushy, and my brother had a bourbon old fashioned, all of which we enjoyed. As a lightweight, I liked that the slushy was tasty without being too boozy for me. Our server, Charlie, was very friendly. Staff may want to remember that they can be heard in the dining room from behind the wall that I suppose is blocking off the kitchen; we heard a lot of hollering and swearing at one point. Regarding accessibility, this is an old building and is rather precarious. I use a cane and noted that there is no railing for the steps outside, or the ones inside to get out to the courtyard (my mom mentioned that my dad, who loses his balance due to a medical condition, had also mentioned this on a previous visit). The bathroom I visited was also tiny, literally a water closet. There is also a rather steep slope in the floor from the lobby room to the dining room. If you use a wheelchair, I don't know that this building would be accessible at all from the exterior. Overall, it's worth the drive out to Genoa if you already aren't in this area to check out Prairie State Winery. Cheers!