While exploring the Oak Cliff/Bishop Arts district, we saw a TINY Italian place on the corner…read morecalled Abruzzo's. I tried to bookmark it on Yelp, but couldn't find it. Come to find out - this place is actually the "Bishop Arts Winery," and only opened up a restaurant a couple months ago! We arrived at 7, and we were the only guests there for an hour as the musician set up to play. By the time 8:15 rolled around, the music was in full swing and the 7-10 tables were all occupied by old couples, groups of friends, and even a family with 3 young kids! Although the space itself is small, it wasn't claustrophobic at all - it was homey and nice. Not too loud either. The ambience was very romantic; I loved the interior decorations that made it feel like little Italy and home all at the same time. Now for food - they bring out hot, Parmesan dusted bread as you order and wait for your food...mmmmm. We got the BAW Cabernet Sauvignon by the bottle (24.99) and she let us know that it would be $8 per glass, so it's a bit cheaper to go for the bottle. We had heard good things about the cheese board, so we got a small. Perfect appetizer: at least 6 different tastes of cheeses, salami, different spreads and jams and crackers. Loved it, perfect for 2 people. Our waitress also inspired us to get this fried artichoke/crab meat ball...sounds weird but it was SO GOOD!!!!! Show stealer for sure. I got the classic spaghetti marinara, and Trip got the Bolognese lasagna. Both were impeccable, we are every bite - and the portions were generous but not excessive! Our service was awesome - it felt like they had at least 3 people circulating the small room to make sure everyone was taken care of. Wonderful experience and can't wait to go back!!!

Go pay Annette a visit! She was lovely to us on a Sunday afternoon. $12 flights, spicy reds and…read morecrisp white wines on deck. I loved my apple chardonnay and they have frozen sangria (mango or blackberry) for $3. Perfect way to cool off on a hot summer day! The cheese plate was shaped like Texas! Everything from start to finish was yummy and they have plenty of tables with a jukebox they are cranking up soon. Live music on the weekends and they are open til midnight. Come check it out!

Location Corner of Bishop and West 7th street…read moreParking Street or valet off 7th-best choice Atmosphere Classy wine club-this week was pick up party with a golf theme Live music was FANTASTIC with Michelle Seating High tops, bar, booth, couches Service Outstanding-Parker rocked it!! Menu See picture for food and wine pairings with Azalea Catering! So good ai asked where to find the mushroom pate-she gave me a tub!! Love it!! Best sparkling rose ever!! Great wine selection! Summary Best wine club in the DFW!! Fun crowd, great service, friendly atmosphere, we love this place!! See you there!

4.1 This tasting room is a lovely addition to the spot where…read moreold Hattie's used to be, and it's great to see the space brought back to life so well. The atmosphere is welcoming and relaxed, making it an easy place to settle in and actually enjoy the experience rather than feeling rushed through a tasting. We tried a wine tasting and were pleasantly surprised by how much we enjoyed it. The Texas Tempranillo stood out with its depth and character, and the Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon was a clear favorite--bold, smooth, and well-balanced. I've also heard that Barons Creek hosts themed events, which adds another layer of appeal. The idea of pairing their wines with a fun or seasonal theme sounds like a great way to experience the tasting room. Beyond a standard visit, and I'm definitely looking forward to attending one of those events in the future. Take home message: Overall, this is a great spot for both casual wine drinkers and enthusiasts. Between the inviting location, quality wines, and engaging events, it's a place worth returning to.

such a great experience! was my first time attending an even, and I enjoyed every second of itread more

I booked the Texas Wino Tour for my birthday celebration, and unfortunately, this was one of the…read moremost disappointing and embarrassing experiences I have ever had with a tour company. The day before our scheduled tour, after my friends had already paid and made plans, we were informed that our pickup and drop-off location had changed. That alone was frustrating and unprofessional because it created unnecessary inconvenience for a birthday event that had already been planned and paid for. On the day of the tour, we were picked up in a Sprinter van that had no working air conditioning, had an unpleasant smell, and appeared to have mechanical concerns. We also noticed that the engine light was on. What made this even more concerning was that we were told the pickup/drop-off location had changed because the other Sprinter van had mechanical issues. After we left the first winery, we noticed that the warning light appeared to have been covered with black electrical tape. That was extremely concerning and made us feel uncomfortable about the safety and professionalism of the transportation. The tour itself was also not what was advertised or expected. We were supposed to visit three wineries, but we only visited two. There was no real tour guide experience. The driver stated that he would be both the driver and the tour guide, but he barely said anything the entire time. When I asked him about the air conditioning, his response was, "This is as good as it gets." That was shocking and unacceptable, especially considering the cost of the tour and the fact that this was supposed to be a special celebration. The second winery, Pemberton Winery, was a terrible experience. The wine tasted spoiled, sour, and unpleasant, almost like apple cider vinegar. Several people in our group were concerned about the quality and safety of what we were being served. The person presenting the wine also lacked warmth, personality, and hospitality, which made the experience even worse. At the very least, if the wine was not enjoyable, the customer service should have made up for it, but it did not. The food was also disappointing. The Italian meal did not taste like authentic Italian food. I ordered the white fish, and it was not good at all. The salad was good, the drinks were fine, and the gluten-free bread was good, but overall the meal did not meet expectations. Honestly, I would have preferred barbecue served on the winery lawn over the meal we received. This tour did not feel classy, organized, or professional. There were no souvenir glasses, no engaging tour guide, no real hospitality, and no attempt to make the experience special. It felt like we were treated as though we had paid very little for the tour, when in reality this was a paid birthday celebration with a group of people who expected a quality experience. What makes this even more disappointing is that Texas Wino Tour never offered a discount, a partial refund, or any meaningful apology for the poor experience. Many people on the tour were complaining, and the entire experience felt disorganized and unprofessional. I was embarrassed because I had hyped this tour up to my friends for my birthday, and it did not come close to meeting expectations. My group handled the situation with class and poise, but this experience was unacceptable. Based on this tour, I would strongly recommend that anyone booking with Texas Wino Tour ask in advance about the exact wineries, transportation, air conditioning, tour guide, food, and what is actually included. Also, I would personally avoid Pemberton Winery based on our experience. This was not the birthday wine tour experience I expected, and I am extremely disappointed.

Took my Mom today while she's in town visiting. Had a great experience and John was excellent guide…read more& driver. We stopped at Landon Winery (Grapevine), Farina Winery where we also ate lunch and Cross Timbers Winery where they had live music playing. Enjoyed it so much I plan on doing it again with my guy and friends.

This is my 2nd time doing this tour and I have to say this is a blast especially with a fun group…read more This time my husband got me a tour with my 2 bff and it was amazing! The bus group was a cool one too. After the 1st winery we were all happy and singing lol. The tour is around $150 per person and it includes 2 wineries (4 different wine tasting on each), a 3 full course meal at a steak house with 3 wine tasting at the restaurant and the bus trip to all the places. You get picked up at the embassy hotel at 5:30 and by 10:30 they are bringing you back. The restaurant was a disappointment. Last time the tour took us to a nice steak house. This time the place was a glorified TX Road house/sport bar and that is why I won't give them the 5 stars. But everything else was great and I will definitely do this tour again.

I went to Barnhill Vineyard the last two weekends, and both times I really enjoyed my time there!…read moreThe area is beautiful, and I feel like I can just breathe and relax. If you love animals, they literally have horses and donkeys you can love on. The owners and staff are kind, efficient, and friendly --and the wine is good! The last time I showed up was for a '90's country night. The band was talented and we got to learn a couple of line dances! It was a BLAST. I highly recommend!

First time at this beautiful venue. Hosts were super friendly and music was awesome. We went with…read morea large group and everyone had a wonderful time. Food truck BBQ was excellent. We don't drink but was told the wine was great. We'll be back for sure.

Great people and great events. One of the best kept secrets in Dallas. AJ the proprietor is…read morefantastic to work with and will procure the best wines at a fantastic price for every patron.

We had the pleasure and honor of attending a Valentine's 7-course dinner with wine pairings at…read moreRoots and Water Wine Room hosted by Sommeliers AJ & Heather and Chefs Mollie and Adrien, and my, were we blown away! Our evening started with a cocktail hour, during which we got to meet other guests over a glass of Roots & Water cabernet. We loved the cab - light and elegant. Once we were seated, we started with a glass of champagne with east coast oysters. For each course, one of the chefs came out to explain the dish and the inspiration behind it. Chef Adrien explained to us that he and Mollie had curated a menu of aphrodisiacs for Valentine's, and the oyster was prepared in a way that brought out ocean feels. We definitely tasted, felt the ocean waves with the soft red beet foam atop the oyster! Our favorite course of the menu was the soup/pasta dish - fideo noodles with tomato saffron brodo, generous pieces of lobster, and crispy leeks. I'm usually not a fan of tomato-based sauces, but this soup was SO delicious! Not too salty, not too powerful in taste, just right. The noodles were done al dente, with a slightly firm texture in every bite. And the lobster pieces were so soft! We devoured every bite of the entire meal, but we ultimately agreed this course stood out the most! The main was definitely a hit, too! It was braised Texas wagyu with root veg puree, herb emulsion, mushroom, and lots of truffle! We loved the strong flavors of the wagyu paired with the puree - so soft, so fluffy, subtle in taste. And the red that went with it *chef's kiss* We were also impressed with the potato dish - ambrosia fingerling potato with duck fat, burnt crema on top with caviar, ikura, trout roe. Who woulda thought caviar and roe go well with potato! And the crema to balance out all the flavors. We liked how the potato was sliced into perfectly thin pieces for each bite. For the dessert, the panna cotta was paired with a white wine, which we appreciated, as we're not big fans of port/dessert wines. We liked the balance in flavors with the sweet-citrusy taste of the panna cotta and the refreshing white. All in all, I could feel every ounce of attention and love poured into every dish, and we were very, very happy campers by the end of our dinner experience. Thank you to Roots & Water for hosting, as well as the chefs and sommeliers for curating an all-around beautiful experience. We hope to be back soon for some wine tastings!

Beautiful property! Experienced warm Texas hospitality while on property and in the tasting room…read more Tried some lovely wines with a stunning backdrop...views for days

Awesome! Lived in Plano over 20 years, never ventured out this way until now- ( Heard great things…read moreabout wineries in area! Folks not wrong!). Had the red flight, all good- Tempranillo was great- ( not a wine connoisseur folks, but these wines were good!) Ordered the charcuterie board as well- tasty- Service was fine- no problems there- What struck me was the ambience of the place- closest thing to the Hill country without being there! Hills like this in North Texas? Never knew- Views off the patio were great-If you're in the metroplex looking to escape for an afternoon- this is a short drive and worth it, ( Note; you will travel on some gravel and some hilly terrain)

We decided to take a Waco Wine Tour and visit Magnolia for my friend's bachlorette party. Yes it…read morewas a a fun weekend, and yes I remember everything! With the Waco Wine Tour you get to stop at three wineries and sample about 5-6 samples at each winery. There is also a stop at a vineyard (and unfortunately we didn't go at the right season), but you get to see where all the vines and grapes grow, as well as have a delicious snack from a nearby market! I found some great wine I liked and our tour guide Joey was amazing! Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable, patient, and answered every random question we could think of. He let us have alone time, giving us the right amount or privacy, but was always engaging and positive when we wanted to include him in girl time. I'm so glad I got this as my first wine tour experience, and if I'm ever in the area, I will have to come back and take the tour again... as well as buy some delicious wine!

Such a great experience! We loved our stops and the owners were the best! Our tour guide was so…read moreinformative and so nice! We had so much fun!!

Love the food at 55 seventy. The club is beautifully decorated and service is always on point. I…read morereally enjoy their meatballs and sushi dishes. All the food has always been delicious and their wine + cocktail program is also really good. The focaccia bread is always a crowd pleaser as well! All in all, I do recommend this as a great private dining option.

We stopped here on a Friday early evening for some appetizers and wine. I was with my friend, "the…read moremayor", and had a great time! From start to finish we had amazing service from the hosts to the servers. The prosciutto toasts and deviled egg appetizers were delicious! From flavors to textures, each bite was crave-able and well thought out. The ambiance was sophisticated and they had live music playing when we came. The vibes were moody and classy. Obviously the star of the show was the wines. I had multiple glasses and each one was so good. We had both reds and whites, and I got a tour of their storerooms in the back - pretty epic!! I hope to come back every time I'm in Dallas!

This was a phenomenal tour! I was fortunate to have Preston, a Dallas Native and Historian as our…read moreguide. His thoroughness and attention to detail is commendable! He reached out via text prior to start of the tour to provide important information and just say hello and introduce himself. Photo included! He was a great driver and very patient with participants. It was unseasonably hot that day and he kept checking to make sure everyone was doing OK. Even assisting the ladies(myself included) into and out of the van. I love that it was a small group. Makes it more personal. We went to all the major sites in just over three hours. Cost is very reasonable($62.99) and I booked through Viator who also does a great job! This tour is HIGHLY recommended!

What an incredible afternoon with brilliant Tour guide Preston. He is a Historian and expert on the…read moreJFK assassination. My family and myself took the full 3 1/4 hour tour, TAKE IT! You'll learn more about what happened that infamous day through Preston's fun, enlightening and educational interpretation. A1 all the way. Highly recommendeded!