305 Wine Garage

I wish I lived closer to 305 Wine Garage. I could see myself being a regular. I would be like the two older ladies who came in while I was there for lunch: They strode in and each picked a white wine from the wall of wines to take home, then sat down and each ordered a chilled bottle of white to drink with their meal. I loved their vibe. Two bottles of wine with lunch! How luxurious. It's these little things that we do for ourselves, while the world crumbles around us, that matter the most.Anyway! A friend turned me on to this place. I love wine, and red wine specifically, so I made a point to visit. I'm so glad I did! 305 Wine Garage is a gem. Like I mentioned, they literally have a wall of wine in the restaurant. Each bottle is labeled with the price, and they have so many different varieties. I sat near the Italian wines because I love Italian wines the most.I treated myself to brunch, which they only offer on weekends. During the winter, they're only open 50% of the weekend (Saturdays), but talking to my server, it sounds like they will open on Sundays starting in late March and through the summer. I got the Smoked Salmon Everything, which is smoked salmon, cream cheese, red onion, capers, chopped hard-boiled egg, grape tomatoes and crostini. I didn't know what it would look like before I ordered it, but I knew I liked all of the components and only wanted a little something to nibble on. This sounded like it could look like anything: Will all of the ingredients be topped on the crostini? Will it be presented as a dip? But it came out like a piece of art. They really pay attention to details here.You can order wine by the glass, by the bottle or by the flight. I got a glass of Malbec, and it was delicious. One thing to note is: This joint is 21+ only! But the server said that he sometimes sees people come in with kids, and in those cases, he will seat them in a different room. Or, if the weather is nice, families are welcome to sit at the outdoor patio. This is definitely not a place that would appeal to kids, though. This is a place that you visit to get away from kids.

This is my first Yelp review. A new friend (who also happens to be Yelp Elite) encouraged me to join the conversation and start writing reviews. So, this review is dedicated to her. Thank you for inspiring me to stop being a spectator and start contributing to the community.Now, on to the review! 305 Wine Garage (also known as AJ's Wine & Dine Garage) has to be one of the best kept secrets in Fortville. As this area continues to experience growth, 305 Wine Garage will remain a gem. The Garage offers an inviting atmosphere with a great selection of wines and a surprisingly delicious food menu. For me, a nice glass of dry red and the Caprese salad are always a great combination. The staff are knowledgeable and always helpful. And the last time I visited, she gave me a heavy pour to finish off the bottle. If you ever find yourself in downtown Fortville, look for the train mural and stop in at 305 Wine Garage. It is a great destination for a night out. Or, like me, use it as the perfect first stop to begin the evening.

AJ's wine and garage, formerly 305 wine garage, is an excellent place to hang out and have a glass of wine or a bite to eat. Our Indy Wine Meetup group came here for an event, and we were very impressed with the selection of wine. They sell wine by the glass or you can pick a bottle of wine from the shelves and purchase the bottle to open and share with friends. The selection of wines is quite impressive and the price range is reasonable. AJ's wine and food garage also sells food. I ordered the buffalo chicken sliders with tater tots. The sliders were excellent! Very flavorful and spicy like I hoped they would be. The salad is also very good from what my friend told me. They have sharables like flatbreads which looked amazing. I ordered a glass of the Avia Pinot Noir which was wonderful and smooth. I purchased a bottle of Williameette Valley Oregon Pinot Noir to share with my group which was very light and fruitful. The service was wonderful and attentive to our group. Our server did an excellent job taking care of our group and we did not have to wait long for our drinks or food. Overall, AJ's wine and food garage is an excellent place for hanging out with a glass of wine and dinner. The ambiance is very nice and relaxing. You definitely feel right at home at the establishment. Our group had a wonderful time at AJ's wine and food garage and we will definitely be back here again and again.

I have heard my parents talk about coming to the Wine Garage before and really wanted to join since I'm now 21! The cool thing about this place is that you can get a bottle of wine from their wall of wines! Additionally, they have live music on Fridays and I really enjoyed it. I absolutely loved the Parmesan fries that had some sort of sweet sauce. The BLT sandwich was also really good! The bread was buttery, crunchy bacon, and it even had avocado. I would definitely recommend if you want a place to listen to music but also have conversation with friends.

Great place for a bite to eat and a glass of wine in Fortville. I typically avoid seafood in Indiana, but had a craving for the grouper entree. EXCELLENT. Wellseasoned, fresh, flakey- I didn't think to askfor no bun, it didn't need it. And the fries on the side.... dang. Hot, crispy, and seasoned perfectly. I took myself out tonight, took my time & ordered multiple courses. I am not to proud to say I had Carmella's dip all to myself. Cravable. Service is pleasant and efficient. I'm really need to come here more often. You can grab a bottle from the wall, they'll uncork and send home the remains. (If there are any .) Great place for a quick glass of wine, snack, meet with friends, night out.

Great food. Great wine. Good prices! If you're looking for a nice place to eat with good wine, check out the 305 Wine Garage in Fortville. Nice atmosphere (garage door can be up in beautiful weather). Nice back room for special events (or bookclub!). Live music on Fridays. Afterward, take a stroll down Fortville's lovely Main Street!

Had a lovely ladies night here on Friday night. We had the back room and were able to enjoy wine, live music, and of course wonderful conversations. Buying a bottle of wine is cheaper than two glasses of wine so we had to try several different bottles - and the Wine Garage has quite the selection! Everyone in our group was able to find something - they even have wine slushees. As for the food, we got several appetizers but what was really stellar was the dessert tray. They gave us three desserts, but my favorite was the donut balls. 10/10 I would come again for my next ladies night!

Ambiance is fun and hip. Food is way overpriced and not great. Go for wine and fellowship. Eat somewhere else

I went to 305 Wine Garage on Tuesday Nov 14th. The wine bar is under new management as of June 2023 new owners are Kevin & his wife Cora LaBarr. 305 Wine Garage is downtown of Fortville, Indiana that's not far from Lawrence or even Geist. I personally love the history of how small town Fortville used to be a passenger railroad town. Parking you can park on the streets, I didn't see a parking lot when I went, and lastly sidewalk is very low so it's accessible to others. Upon, walking in you'll see the wines, wine decor, even in the back seating area, and I personally felt the warmth from the staff as well as guest from the wine bar. 305 Wine Garage has changed their menu, bringing in different & delicious meals. 305 Wine Garage does offer brunch, lunch and dinner. Every, month on a Tuesday they offer wine pairings with a food theme. Like, when I went on Tuesday Nov. 14th theme was Soul Food that was paired well with a delicious wine from red, white, and sparking wine. I had went by myself, had a lot of delicious food, sampled few wines, ordered a chocolate & peanut butter wine slushy so delicious as well as a big nice size. Starting, new month Tuesday December 5th 305 Wine Garage will have wine pairings with German foods. I enjoyed myself during the Soul Food wine pairings and I can't wait to come back to try other items.

I love the wine selection at this place! If you're looking for something different, definitely check it out. They have great outdoor seating, and it's a fantastic spot to bring your dog.However, we tried some appetizers for the first time last night, and unfortunately, we won't be ordering food here anymore. The truffle fries were overpriced for the small portion and didn't taste good. We also ordered a pretzel, but it was cold to the touch, not warm at all.While the wine is excellent, the food has declined since the old owner left, along with the great chef who made the food superb. Go for the wine, but skip the food.