J9 Wine Bar

Such a cool place with a little patio area and a ton of lounge seating inside! The orange wine was delicious and they have small plates as well. Very nice staff and dog friendly patio.

Does nobody else find it odd that a place which only serves charcuterie meant for sharing doesn't have plates? It makes for awkward group nibbling. Charcuterie is probably overstating it a bit. They have a 3 and 5 piece option. They have three cheeses and 3 meats. Pretty limited but totally fine if you're stopping in before dinner. Again, though, what's up with providing paper napkins instead of dishware for an offering meant to be shared?The place is obviously popular - good location across from the Summer House group at Halstead and Armitage, not crazy pricing, nice outdoor space for the short summer months. We felt a little pushed out, likely because their lack of reservations - I believe they take a linited number by phone for parties over 4 - means people build quickly by the front door. Wine list was fine. Sever was educated on their offerings and made a good suggestion as an alternative to Pino Grigio (odd omission for a wine-focused menu). Atmosphere is a little confusing. Decent spot to meet a few friends for an hour but not a place worth fighting the crazy area traffic and lack of parking to go out of your way for a visit.

Had a glass of wine here before dinner and the place has a nice library type feel to it that I really liked. Cozy and welcoming.The wine list was extensive and they also have some beer and liquor options. They also offer a cheese plate which looks good but is really their only food option so don't come here too hungry. My only real complaint is that the staff seem a little stuffy and not super friendly. I will still come back when I am in the area.

What made this establishment a 4 vs a 3 star was the service and knowledge of the staff. Wine was good and on the unique side, however pricy.

Cute place! Vibe is very chill and possibly hipster. Handlebar moustaches and suspenders type hipster. Severe lack of Washington wines, but it's a personal preference. Would for sure come back+

Got to spend a peaceful evening for drinks and a charcuterie board at J9 Wine Bar and had a wonderful experience! The staff was friendly and accommodating and the vibe was nice and calm. I had the Piggyback Cider which was like an apple cider liqueur with maple syrup and lemon juice and it was wonderful! My friend and I split their small charcuterie board which was very lackluster (as you can see) I wish they could've added more to fill up the board or arranged it to look more bountiful and appealing to the eye but the cheeses and meat were delicious and the preserves and pickles complemented them well.They had a lot of seating available and free wifi. Will definitely come back.

J9 is a super cute wine bar in Chicago. They have plenty of tables and a bar but also a super cute area for larger groups with a few couches. There's lots of interesting wines available available and the service is great.

We were so happy to have walked by this spot while looking for a nice place to get drinks before dinner. J9 is the perfect place for that!The weather was particularly nice on the day we stopped in so the large doors that enclose the wine bar were open which made for great ambiance. There were date nights happening, couples playing cards that they'd brought, and others sharing a cheese board. We each got a glass of sauvignon blanc. Our waiter was friendly and not overbearing which I really appreciated! If you're looking to grab a glass (or bottle) of wine and catch up with a friend, this is the perfect spot!

Had the BEST experience at J9. The list was extensive which seemed overwhelming at first but the staff was incredibly helpful in recommending something within our price range. We absolutely loved the one they picked. We were so comfortable in their chairs and wanted to stay all night. It's a beautiful space and I will definitely be back.

Great spot to stop in for a glass or to complement dinner in Lincoln Park.They have a great selection, enough space, and educated servers. People in our group also had cocktails so I think they have a full bar and some food options