The Most Flavorful Wine Bars in Raleigh

RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar

★★★★★ 4.8 (80)

"Overall a very beautiful and thoughtfully decorated space. I love the concept as well and they have a great variety of champagne/wine. The downsides are, it's hard to find parking. I appreciate the pricing that tip is included, but then when you go to pay the tip option starts at around 20%, I would totally add on an additional 5-10% if that were an option. I also thought it was weird that your server won't bring you water. You have to go over to the water station at the side of the bar, for the prices it just seems like the server could drop off a jug of water.All that aside, the vibe is fun in there. The service is super friendly and casual. The server will chat you through champagne/wine options if you are unsure of what to go for. The champagne flight is basically whatever bottles they have open that day, random, but a good way to try something new. I love how thoughtful they even were with decorating the bathroom, you can tell they thought of everything. They have a great patio and if it's nice they open up the sliding glass door walls so it's like an indoor outdoor vibe."

WELD Wine & Beer

★★★★★ 4.5 (2)

"W.E.L.D. Wine & Beer is a newer spot in the Cary area that serves craft beer and wine. My husband and I stopped in to grab a few drinks before heading to dinner and had a fun time. The space was nice, they have TVs so we were able to catch a soccer game and a few of the big windows overlook Lochmere Golf Club. If you want beer to take home they have a small selection that is available to purchase. Cheers!"

Vino Amoari Wine Store & Tasting Bar

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (17) • $$

"We visited this Vino Amoari location after finding a great deal on Groupon for a wine tasting here for two, for only $5. We were able to make a reservation via phone for our party of two (after no response via email) and the wine expert prepped for us as soon as we arrived. She was very knowledgeable about the wine we sampled and their origins. We had great casual conversation and she helped us hone in on what types of wine we might want to try in the future. The selection of wine for purchase was plentiful although we were not looking to make a purchase that day. Overall, you can't beat the price for the wine tasting. For $5 we were able to sample 4 different wines, and expert who served us was both knowledgeable and entertaining. If you're in Raleigh, go ahead and stop by!"

Osteria G

★★★★☆ 4.2 (194)

"We decided to give it a whirl and pop in for the hub's birthday. This place caught us completely off guard. Osteria G's is friggin' delicious! Everything we tasted was top tier. Mac's service at the bar, and his cocktails were tasty. From the bread service to the strawberry trifle -- we were enthralled. I kid you not, the ribeye had a range of flavor that I personally have never experienced in a steak. (That's quite embarrassing as I've had the best of them, or so I thought.) The chowder, meatball Wellington, oysters-- all divine and I can't wait to return. Mac shared that there's a wine dinner coming up, and if we're in town, we're there! Cheers + thanks for a great night!"

Mirchi’s Indian Kitchen & Bar

★★★★★ 4.5 (114) • $$

"Yummy! Is the first word that comes to my head whenever I think if Mirchi's. It is my new favorite place for Indian food. The flavor and wholeness of the curries is always spot on and chicken and lamb are always soft, tender and cooked for perfection. The ambience is casual but elegant and the service is always impressive. I am already looking forward to the next time I get to visit Mirchi's!"

The Glass Jug Beer Lab - Downtown Durham

★★★★☆ 4.3 (17)

"The Glass Jug Beer Lab has opened a taproom in Downtown Durham. The spot was really cute, you can sit inside or outside. My husband had a pint of equinox & solstice (a saison) and I did a flight. You get 4 beers in a flight, I chose the opacity (hazy IPA), transparency (American IPA), my friend wilson (NEIPA) and apricot pomegranate pi (sour). My favorite was the opacity. Cheers!"

Vinos Finos Tapas and Wine Bar

★★★★☆ 4.3 (196) • $$

"We stopped in a couple of weeks ago for a relaxing dinner. Vinos Finos is one of our semi-regular dining haunts in Lafayette Village. The atmosphere, service, and food quality is always top notch here. It's a nice place to go for a relaxing dinner and a glass or two of wine from the great selection they offer. On this date we came in for a late Saturday dinner. The place offers a menu primarily of tapas and a few large entrees. We started with the Burrata Salad and Spring Garden Salad. Both were delicious! The ingredients were fresh and both were tasty. Next up were the tuna tortilla chips and the octopus and potato dish. Both were tasty and satisfying. We skipped desert due to it being late but, the offerings looked really good. We will save that for the next visit. VF is always reliable dining option in Lafayette Village. Definitely check them out."

AVA Rooftop Bar

★★★★☆ 4.1 (30)

"Definitely a vibe! This spot is 100% geared towards adults who want a more lively night out, they don't even let children in. Which, even though I have a young child, it is kind of refreshing and I'm here for it. It is a great spot to grab a drink when the weather is nice, but it does get loud. So not ideal if you are really trying to have a convo. We kept having to hunt our server down and had to wait an incredibly long time to order any food or get another drink. The food options are limited so this is more of a spot to grab a drink and app before you head out. Could have just been an off night service wise. This place is a bit tricky to find. You literally walk through the downstairs restaurant, Sports and Social, to the back deck of elevators and head to the roof. Parking is easy at Fenton though, always plenty of spots to be had."

The Twisted Grape

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (378)

"Very disappointing! The prices are too high for this same town restaurant. Have eaten here a few times and am never overly impressed. Decided to grab as a call in take out. Won't do that again. Ordered the chicken Alfredo...$16.90 for a very small tray! My wife ordered a salad that had almost zero toppings. Please see our pictures. Also was told our take out order would be ready in twenty minutes but waited forty! The salad-Southern fried chicken salad. Supposed to have cucumbers, bacon, Monterey Jack cheese, (tomatoes-none for me), and croutons. Please note there were 4 croutons, 3 tiny pieces of cucumber, 2 pieces of red onion, zero bacon, and zero cheese! The chicken (not picture) was hood."

Gocciolina

★★★★☆ 4 (361)

"Talk about a fun date night! My wife and I sat at the bar. We got a dinner and a show. It was so fun watching the staff roll out the food. As it came out, we got to see first hand what we wanted to eat. Everything was super delicious and the staff is great! We will definitely be back!"

Barcelona Wine Bar

★★★★☆ 4.4 (459) • $$$

"Ordered a Paloma with Tapas; Patatas Bravas (Aka potatoes with sauce) & Gambas Al Ajillo. (Shrimp in butter garlic spicy oil). Good start!Everything came out steaming hot with an awesome presentation. Service at the bar is great. 3 bar tenders that are attentive and focused on the customers. The rest of staff seem to be on their game also. This place does not disappoint. Still one of my favorite places to hit when visiting Raleigh. Cheers!"

The Belted Goat

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (104) • $$

"The fam and I wanted to do something different to switch up our normal socially distant park activities. We decided to grab takeout from the belted goat and walk around Fearrington Village so my son could check out the actual goats. We went on a Saturday morning and while there were some people there it wasn't crowded at all. The belted goat has a tent setup with tables across from their pickup window. This was the closest my family and I have been to dining out since mid-March. I liked that you could grab your food and sit on your own. The tent had maybe 10-15 tables and there was only one other table being used while we were there. It felt very safe! I also liked that they updated all their COVID information on Yelp and they followed through with everything on site. Staff had masks and gloves on. On to the food, I enjoyed my breakfast! I got the eggs benedict and it was quite tasty. The hollandaise was delicious and had a nice lemony kick to it. I also enjoyed the homemade english muffin and huge portion of tater tots that came with it. I got an iced chai which was perfect for the humid morning, iced wasn't an option in their online ordering system so I just ordered hot and added a note to please make it iced. My husband got the bacon and egg sandwich and didn't enjoy it as much since the english muffin was hard to eat. My son ordered the berry scone and it was delicious. I'd definitely return for breakfast or give them a try for lunch/dinner soon!"

Eli's Tavern

★★★★☆ 4.1 (28)

"Hubby and I went today to try Eli's Tavern for lunch. The atmosphere is really nice and very inviting. We chose the brisket Philly and the sausage sandwich. Both sandwiches were excellent. The side of fries were abundant and cooked and salted perfectly. We will definitely come back to try other options. Service was good too."

DRINK

★★★★★ 5 (3)

"If you want to learn more about wine and have fun at the same, time, DRINK up! This isn't your typical wine tasting; Sandy & Cam make it their business to learn about the winemakers and the passion that they put into the wine. DRINK hosts lots of different events and offers wines at all different prices, from "it's a bad day and I need a glass of wine" to "I need a fabulous bottle as a gift." A great concept and great people; can't wait for the next tasting."

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

★★★★☆ 3.7 (428) • $$

"reat steaks , staff, location and drinks. Great place to take friends and large groups."

Libations 317

★★★★☆ 4.3 (20)

"Pretty cool addition to downtown. My husband and I went in for a super early dinner on a Wednesday and we pretty much had the place to ourselves. I love the interior vibe, it's cozy, trendy, and thought out. They have a corner filled with board games and all sorts of great seating areas. Folks did sit at the bar and it got pretty loud. The sound isn't the best in there, but since it is a cocktail bar that is kind of to be expected. My husband loved the peach old fashioned and I went with wine. The food is the fanciest bar food you've ever had-- totally up my alley! We started off with the tailgate dip, the menu said ground beef, but it was actually tasty brisket mixed in there. They even have homemade tortilla chips which were tasty. We also got the brisket hot dog, bougiest bologna sandwich you will ever eat, and dessert. The hot dog was great and reasonably priced at $8. The bologna was literally on a homemade focaccia, open faced. Delicious! The only thing I'd skip next time was the dessert. We got to the pumpkin roll and it was good, but for $9 it felt over priced. They have quite a few tables outside which is a plus as well. A great addition to downtown!"

Vidrio

★★★★☆ 4.2 (572) • $$

"Vidrio gets a 5-star review from me! This place is beautiful, the service is superb and the food is delicious.This restaurant is centrally located in Raleigh in a section of the city with a few restaurants, hotels and bars within walking distance. The menu has quite a few options, and you can get virtually any drink from the full bar. My wife and I went on a late Saturday afternoon for an early dinner, and ordered the Charred Octopus, Hanger Steak and Local Burrata. Everything was delicious, I mean EVERYTHING! The service was great, common areas and restrooms were clean, and the decoration is beautiful (refer to the photos for details). There are quite a few affordable parking spots right in front of the restaurant.Overall, 100% recommended and we are definitely coming back!"

Taste

★★★★☆ 4.3 (149) • $$

"Taste small plates wine bar is where I went this past Sunday for brunch with my husband. Looking for a place that has good food, chill ambience and great service- you'll really have a memorable time. This is your spot. I had shrimp and grits (made with Gouda cheese,yum) which I found wonderfully delicious and tasty. My husband opted for an omelette and he loved the potatoe cakes that come with it. They're just very addictive! Add a miMosa, or a cocktail of your choice and viola, you have a great Sunday brunch date. They also have artwork for sale by local artists and a full bar. come to Taste..... you won't regret it."

Convivio

★★★★☆ 4.2 (75)

"We had walked by several times and always thought this looked like a charming little Italian eatery and wine bar. We finally decided to make a reservation and go on a weekday night. They were offering a special three-course meal in addition to their regular menu of a few offerings, so both my wife and I ordered that. Honestly, I was hoping to like this place more but we were a little disappointed. Our wine pours were tiny and the the entree portions were really small. Our server asked if we'd like bread and olive oil and we said yes. When our bill arrived, we noticed we were charged for it. The ambiance was nice but we just don't think the prices justified the portions."

Burnt Barrel

★★★★☆ 4.2 (15)

"This was a fun spot to grab a beer at. There is a small amount of seating available both inside and outside. They had a good selection of beer on draft so we stayed for 2 rounds. If you want beer for home, they have a small selection to chose from."

Atlas Bar

★★★★☆ 3.7 (17)

"What a gem in the middle of downtown Carrboro! It's right next door to Armadillo Grill and the doors are open to welcome you inside. It's long and narrow but with plenty of comfortable seating, and a nice outdoor deck. They don't serve food, so you have to have a membership, but it's super cheap. We didn't ask but we think it's 10% of your bill. The interior is beautiful and it's clear that whoever designed it did so with love and care and a flair for the outside the box thinking. It somehow has the ambience of classy and chic, yet not uptight and unwelcoming. A feel of "come as you are and have a drink with us!" Their cocktails are delicious and very fairly priced! They also have a small selection of craft beer and wine, but go for the craft cocktails!"

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

★★★★☆ 3.8 (438) • $$

"I like Firebirds; however, it is way too expensive for lunch. I met my mom here for a few beers and food. It was a cup of soup for her and the wood grilled salmon with veggies and southwest au gratin potatoes for me. All of the food was good but I really liked the potatoes."

Navigator Beverage

★★★★☆ 4.2 (6)

"Had a great time visiting this cozy place on Sunday. Bartenders are friendly and place has a great, laidback vibe. Lots of tables for two. Good selection of beer and wine, both draft and can. Just wish it was closer to my house--I'd be a frequent visitor!"

Level7

★★★★☆ 3.5 (169) • $$

"I dropped in before my afternoon brunch and after when a group of guys my friend I met at Stir welcomed us back. Tonya was the bartender smiling at the door and greeting us as we entered (both times). It wasn't busy during our first visit before 1pm. When we came back over after - 3:30pm, there were so many people who, I believe, flowed over from brunch. The beautiful AKAs were celebrating founders day. I loved seeing the authentic unity, friendship, and welcome from such an amazing Sisterhood. Level 7 is a great space to connect with other professionals. I enjoyed myself. It was great to experience exceptional customer service. Tonya warned me because the menu was changing, everything wasn't available. She did a great job recreating what I needed for my preference. I wanted to Level 75 but settled for the usual French 75. It was perfect!"

Eastcut Sandwich Bar - Raleigh

★★★★☆ 4.1 (65) • $$

"This sandwich shop in Raleigh's Ironworks delivers just what it should. Really good sandwiches. Order at the counter. Get a number and they will bring it to you. Took a little while for the five of us to get our orders, but they were worth the wait. I loved the Turkey Kimchi Reuben. Others enjoyed one of the katsu (fried chicken) ones and a steak sandwich. The Italian one couldn't have had more meat piled on it. And folks liked their buffalo cauliflower as well. (spicy).Not inexpensive, but not out of range either for the level of quality."

Kipos Greek Taverna

★★★★☆ 4 (528) • $$

"Delicious, filling and amazing service!Hidden away in the corner of a strip mall, its easy to miss. However once you get closer you can truly appreciate the quality of this place.They have a ton of outdoor seating, indoor bar seating and many many tables. We had a reservation for a friday night, the table was tight for 6 people close to the entrance. However the food more than made up for it .Our server was super energetic, had amazing suggestions and made us try different things.I got the fruit mocktail, pita platter lamb shank and the baklava. Others got a bunch of different things at the table, safe to say the spanakopita-pie was my absolute favorite.The ambience was just like a greek beach. They had a live singer, and music playing and it was a great night!"

Libations On Chatham

★★★★★ 4.7 (11) • $$

"This place opened in October of this year, and seems to have scratched an inched, or at least found a niche. This place is about the drink, and almost solely about the drink. The front is basically a wine and beer shop, the back is a bar, with a very limited amount of nibbles.The bar area is small, and when crowded, it is noisy. There is a small area with covered chairs and a couch, the rest of the seating is high, communal tables and plastic stools - not a formula for a comfortable sit & sip. There is a good limited variety of both beer and wine choices on any given day, maybe 6 or 8 of each. The wine pours are decent, the pricing about $5 a glass. The beers are heavy on the craft beers, IPA, and more fad brews. There was a great Belgian Ale - Bavik Premium Ale at $5 a pour.Not a bad place for a drink or two, not a long term commit for an evening, and rather noisy. Service is generally good, but you have to go to the bar for your drink, and when it gets busy, it is more than a bit of a zoo. Early in, a few brews, and then out is the ticket here."

CRU Food And Wine Bar

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (50)

"Updating my review since I tried another flight and the food. The flight (#7) was great and the Pear and Gorgonzola pizza is incredible! Evan was our friendly, attentive waiter. He recommended flight number 7 and I am glad he did. The second wine in the flight ("Party Line") was excellent. It's smooth and flavorful. Evan checked in with us throughout our stay and kept our small water glasses full. Prices are still reasonable and reservations are easy to make. The restaurant is small and evenings and weekends are busy. Plus during the winter, seating is even more limited (since I doubt you want to sit outside). Therefore I highly recommend making a reservation. Really in the evening or weekend for anywhere in Fenton I recommend making a reservation. Overall great place a wine and gourmet pizza!"

Niche Wine Lounge

★★★★☆ 3.7 (80) • $$

"Nice spot to lounge and have a few glasses of wine. Fully stocked bar. It's not just wine. They also serve cocktails. Anthony explains the wine selection options. This helped me make a decision on the Pinot Noir. It does not get rowdy or too crowded in here. It's just a little off my normal beating path and a cool spot for a chill night. I look forward to coming back."

Imbibe

★★★★☆ 4.4 (91) • $$

"The live jazz on Mondays is amazing, my friends and I love coming after class for the music and mulled wine. The gumbo was pretty good, too. They put goat cheese in it which is pretty unique, but still tasted hearty and savory. Excited to come back again for the jazz and wine!"

Da Vinci's Table

★★★★☆ 4.1 (207) • $$

"A nice local Italian place in Burlington. We went Friday evening a little before 8pm and they quoted us a 20 minute wait, but we were seated in less than 5 minutes.They have their normal menu and daily specials. My husband ordered the daily special of Tuscan steak tortellini and I ordered lasagna from the menu. Both meals came with salad and garlic bread. The bread definitely needs to be improved and my lasagna was decent. However, the Tuscan steak tortellini dish needs to be on the menu full-time. It was absolutely amazing and my only regret was not ordering it too.Service was top notch and our server checked on us and made sure we always had drinks and our water refilled."

Glasshalfull

★★★★☆ 4 (231) • $$

"Decided to check out Glasshalfull after hearing about it on social media. It is a cool and chill spot sporting tons of tables, a wrap around bar, and a massive wine selection. I checked out their menu ahead of time and decided to go for their mini burgers that had bacon and truffle aoili. It was just the right amount of food! I ate just one, but I will be devouring the other in like an hour as I am a grazer! To drink I got a bottle of their cremant rose. Nice hint of strawberries, peaches, and rose. It was very yummy and actually paired really well the burgers. Normally I do not get a bottle of wine just for me at a restaurant, but they were half off today and I decided to go for it! Such a great recommendation by the waitress. I love that they are able to recork the bottle, so you can take it home. Therefore there is no pressure to finish it! Around it are several other local businesses to check out. Carrboro's downtown very much reminds me of Pittsboro as it is very quaint and cute.Definitely would come back as it is very chill and has such great vibes!"

Dailypint

★★★★☆ 4.1 (16)

"I've passed by this place a few times when heading to kickball and have been wanting to check it out so we stopped in to grab a beer today. There is a note on the door that masks are required when entering and when you are not at your table during COVID-19. I was a little turned off to see that the bartender was not wearing one though. You can choose a beer from the draft list or in the cooler section (there is a $1.50 corkage fee). If you want beer for home, there is a small selection to choose from. I wanted to sit outside since it was smaller inside. We got to watch planes pass by as they were arriving at RDU so that was exciting!"

Local 919 Craft Beer and Fine Wine

★★★★★ 4.8 (5)

"Local 919 is open in the space previously occupied by Triangle Wine. There is not much that has changed, they still have a good selection of beer and wine. If you re in the area, check this spot out. Cheers!"

Brodeto

★★★★★ 4.5 (46)

"Wow! What an amazing addition to Iron Works. The interior of the restaurant is beautiful and you can tell they thought of everything. Our server was super friendly and made some great wine recommendations. Starting out with the straciatello and it did not disappoint. Loved the salted strawberries and the bread cooked in pork fat that accompanied it. The other highlight for me was the spaghetti Al Nero. The pasta and sauce was just so delicious and flavorful. The whole branzino and the salt cod potatoes were also spot on. I'd order everything again!For dessert we had the olive oil cake and the vanilla and hazelnut gelato twist. The cake was moist and delicious. The star for me was the gelato though, I would eat that everyday. Looking forward to heading back in soon!"