Wine Bar in Phoenix

2515 N. Scottsdale Rd., #15 North Scottsdale

480-423-9305

You'd never know to look at it, but this unassuming little storefront is home to Arizona's largest wine distributor, where the Valley's most dedicated wine enthusiasts gather to taste and buy more than 2,000 vintages hailing from 13 countries. From economical to extravagant, from old favorites to unconventional finds, AZ Wine Co. has it all-as well as employees happy to help you figure out the best Beaujolais for your palate, and whether you like Burgundy or Blush.

6 articles

AZ Wine Co.

2515 N. Scottsdale Rd., #15 North Scottsdale

480-423-9305

African, Breakfast, Wine Bar, Recommended, Best Of

You'd never know to look at it, but this unassuming little storefront is home to Arizona's largest wine distributor, where the Valley's most dedicated wine enthusiasts gather to taste and buy more than 2,000 vintages hailing from 13 countries. From economical to extravagant, from old favorites to unconventional finds, AZ Wine Co. has it all-as well as employees happy to help you figure out the best Beaujolais for your palate, and whether you like Burgundy or Blush.

2 articles

Boston's The Gourmet Pizza

1026 S. Gilbert Rd. Gilbert

480-813-9223

American, Barbecue, Burgers, Dessert, Italian, Pizza, Soul Food, Southern, Wine Bar, Music Venues, Menu

Cafe Forte

7032 E. Main St. Central Scottsdale

480-994-1331

American, New American, Wine Bar, Menu

1 article

Cave Creek Coffee Co.

6033 E. Cave Creek Rd. Cave Creek

480-488-0603

Coffeehouse, Wine Bar, Music Venues, Bars and Clubs

There's little we love more than an afternoon hike through the Jewell of the Creek Preserve, then a quick jump over to the Cave Creek Coffee Company for wine tasting, good food and a little live music. After a post-hike cabernet, we go for the Vegetarian Sandwich, piled with roasted Portobello mushroom, fresh mozzarella, tomato slices, fresh spinach, and pesto on toasted garlic bread. Also nice is the aptly-named Big Ass Burrito (also available as the Half Ass Burrito if you're feeling like a smaller portion), full of fresh lettuce and cheeses, beans and meat of your choice. Try the Smoked Salmon Sandwich, flaky fish smothered in a tangy sauce and folded neatly into fresh-baked bread. Visit the roomy, wood-paneled wine bar and sample more than two dozen different brands by the glass while munching on gourmet eats or check your e-mail on your laptop using the free wi-fi network. On certain nights, you can also take in a concert in the backyard, open-air performance space, where various acoustic and Americana musicians strum and sing. Then again, if you're on the run, just grab a cup of fresh-roasted java to go from the coffee bar.

5 articles

The Cellar

5030 E. Warner Road, #1 Ahwatukee

480-598-9463

Wine Bar

1 article

Central Records

824 N. Central Ave. Downtown Phoenix

602-638-0433

Wine Bar, Bars and Clubs, Best Of, DrinkHere

On a quiet stretch of Central Avenue, close to the bustling district of Roosevelt Row, Central Records has put down roots. This new space is a wine bar, record store, coffee shop and cafe all in one. Stop by for a coffee, and then work on your laptop until it’s time to order a bottle of wine to split with friends. In the evenings, DJs spin vinyl records while a giant disco ball casts sparkles across the warmly lit room. Sit near the window, at a table with raw wood banquette seating or at the low bar if you want to chat to the barista-cum-bartender about the latest offerings.

1 article

Central Wine Bar

4236 N. Central Ave. Central Phoenix

Wine Bar, Restaurants, Retail

11 articles

Cheuvront Wine & Cheese Cafe

1326 N. Central Ave. Central Phoenix

602-307-0022

Contemporary, Wine Bar, Recommended, Menu

State Senator Ken Cheuvront's entry into the great Phoenix restaurant sweepstakes is a wine and cheese bar with plenty of vino and fromage to choose from. If you go, try the lamb roulade and one of the cheese plates with nuts and dried fruit. For dessert, the pumpkin bread pudding is delish. Like we said, Cheuvront has issues.

18 articles

Christopher's Restaurant and Crush Lounge

2502 E. Camelback Rd. East Phoenix

602-522-2344

French, Restaurants, Wine Bar, Critics' Pick, Best Of, Menu, Slideshow

Decorated with plush, chocolate-colored suede and embossed leather, James Beard Award-winning chef Christopher Gross' bistro at Biltmore Fashion Park is a chic place to enjoy top-notch cuisine. From your first taste of curried duck fries to your last juicy bite of smoked truffle-infused filet mignon, you'll find lots to love, along with an extensive wine list. Be sure to check out sommelier Paola Embry's wine-centric Crush Lounge, too. Read our review.

80 articles

D'Vine Wine Bar & Bistro

2837 N. Power Rd. #101 Mesa

480-654-4171

Wine Bar, Salads, Pizza, Recommended, Menu

Enjoy a glass of wine in this inviting neighborhood hangout.

1 article

District American Kitchen and Wine Bar

320 N. 3rd St. Central Phoenix

602-817-5400

American, Restaurants, Sandwiches, Wine Bar, Recommended, Best Of, Menu, Slideshow

The intimate-sounding "American Kitchen & Wine Bar" tag won't fool anyone into thinking District is some kind of funky foodie destination . The wine list isn't distinctive and the menu doesn't stray into innovation, but there are impressive details that defy expectations, like boutique ingredients and local produce. Keep this place in mind if you're looking for a decent downtown dinner, but steer clear of the lunch rush unless you're craving mediocre, overpriced sandwiches. Read our review.

64 articles

Dos Cabezas WineWorks

3248 Hwy 82, Sonoita Outside the Valley

520-455-5141

Wine Bar, Best Of

2 articles

Down Under Wines

3305 W. Chandler Blvd. Chandler

480-705-7131

Bar Food, Wine Bar, Bars and Clubs

Dozo Izakaya

440 W. Warner Rd. #104 Tempe

480-785-4938

Japanese, Asian, Noodles, Wine Bar, Recommended, Menu

In Japan, an izakaya is a drinking establishment that serves small plates of Japanese comfort foods. Dozo Izakaya really delivers on the food portion of this concept, with a menu of grilled small plates such as sunagimo, or chicken gizzard; hotaru-ikayaki, or baby squid; and a house favorite, tako-yaki, also known as fried octopus balls (no, really — try them!). Japanese sweet wines and soft drinks are available, as are more traditional noodle- and meat-based dishes and bowls. Spices run hot but can be tamed to your liking.

Duck and Decanter

1651 E. Camelback Rd. East Phoenix

602-274-5429

Sandwiches, Deli, Wine Bar, Cheese Shop, Music Venues, Recommended, Best Of, Slideshow

Going to Duck and Decanter for a lunchtime sandwich, or a Nooner as they call it here, is like visiting an Icelandic cafe. The A-frame, faux chalet structure is not just a sandwich joint, but also a small grocery, wine bar, cheese shop, and of course, deli. To take your sandwich to go is to deprive yourself of a major part of the experience here. Why not browse the gourmet coffee selection and pick up a canister of Café Du Monde coffee and chicory? Or take a stroll through the place, pondering whether you want to dine at one of the cozy downstairs tables, the spacious upstairs dining space, or the twinkle-lit, dog-friendly patio? Or do you just order your giant sandwich right off, deciding between the Reuben, the Genoa, or classic roasted turkey? The Duck originated in 1972, growing to three locations then sizing back down to this one, but this impressive spread not far from the original location at 16th Street and Camelback Road is a forever gem in Phoenix's dining scene. D&D also has a message for "Beloved Restaurant Guests" on its website: "Take out? YES! Curbside? YES! Delivery? YES! We've been doing just that for nearly 50 years, and we're really good at it."

20 articles

Far Away Wine and Provisions

3031 E. Indian School Road #10 East Phoenix

602-314-6612

Wine Bar, Best Of, DrinkHere

Far Away Wines and Provisions provides Phoenicians with an international dining experience right on Indian School Road. Travel the world through such diverse dishes as Moroccan spiced meatballs, Patagonia sofrito mussels and banh mi. The atmosphere is warm and inviting with tables and plush sofas that convey an intimate feel. The owners are knowledgeable and help customers navigate the wine list, which reflects several regions around the world, and pick nibbles to match. Menu highlights include carefully curated charcuterie boards and deviled eggs. If you find a wine that you particularly enjoy, you can take home a bottle from the well-stocked shelves and fridges. Fair warning: Once you visit Far Away once, you’ll quickly become a regular.

1 article

First Draft Book Bar

300 W. Camelback Road #1 Central Phoenix

602-274-0067

Wine Bar, Retail, DrinkHere

Walk into First Draft Book Bar, and you’ll immediately know that you’re in a different kind of bar. Located inside Changing Hands Bookstore, it’s a place where you can grab a magazine before you slide up to the counter with your laptop and order wine or a craft beer. The vibe is chill but cerebral. Serious and fun conversations happen at the bar, where servers handle drink and food orders with ease. Find a seat at one of the high-top tables, wander the aisles and peruse books, or catch a talk by a visiting author in the open room behind the stacks. A chalkboard menu showcases a variety of Arizona wines and locally brewed beers. Alcohol flights are available, as are small bites such as hummus, pretzels with cheese dip, artichoke dip and cookies. First Draft Book Bar is the perfect place for chilling with friends, engaging in animated discussions or reading quietly with a glass of wine in hand.

Garage-East

3000 E. Ray Rd. #7 Gilbert

480-493-7151

Breweries and Wineries, Community Venues, Wine Bar, Best Of, DrinkHere

Garage-East isn’t a bar in the traditional sense, but it is the perfect spot to sip away the afternoon. Located in the Barnone collection of shops at Agritopia, this wood-paneled bar serves wines by the glass to enjoy inside or on the Italy-meets-Gilbert-farm-style patio. And you won’t find these wines at any other bar. Garage-East works with Arizona growers to make its own blends and bottles. Unique offerings include the Garage East Breakfast Wine made with white wine and fruit juice and the Sonoran Spritz, an herbal, bitter and refreshing bright orange drink that helps combat the desert heat. On Sundays, this spot serves brunch, and at other times, food offerings include a cheese and meat board, soft pretzel and hot pressed sandwiches.

1 article

Ground Control Coffee & Wine Bar

4860 N Litchfield Rd. Litchfield Park

623-535-9066

Cafe, Coffeehouse, Gelato, Wine Bar, Recommended, Best Of, Menu

Ground Control Coffee & Wine Bar is exactly what the name implies: a home base for all things delicious in Litchfield Park. Coffeehouse by day, wine bar by night, this café on steroids serves everything from cappuccinos and signature blended drinks to cheese boards and house-made gelato. They’ll even pour a shot of Bailey’s over your favorite gelato flavor for $6.95. The restaurant is run by husband and wife team Tara and Sean, who gained a passion for fine wine, great coffee, delicious food, and world-class beers while living in Europe. After settling in the Valley, the two wanted to create a place filled with their favorite things. However, what it’s not a central hub for is work or browsing the web – there’s no Wi-Fi here. Instead, Ground Control encourages patrons to hold community gatherings, hang out with a friend, or at least enjoy a quiet afternoon with a book.

3 articles

Hillstone

2650 E. Camelback Rd. East Phoenix

602-957-9700

American, Wine Bar, Seafood, Recommended, Best Of, Menu

Hillstone is basically Houston's 2.0 -- a familiar American menu and even some familiar employees from the old spot at the Esplanade, now in a stunning new space that feels like a modern tribute to Frank Lloyd Wright. Filled with warm wood, contemporary art, dark red booths, and the dull roar of a hundred conversations over soft jazz and the clattering of dishes, the dining room gives way to an elbow-to-elbow packed bar, which spills onto a gorgeous patio with trees and a fireplace. Unlike Houston's, they serve sushi, but everything else, from the prime rib to the tortilla soup, is known territory. Read our review.

13 articles

Kazimierz Wine & Whiskey Bar

7137 E. Stetson Dr. Central Scottsdale

480-946-3004

Eclectic, Wine Bar, Contemporary, Bars and Clubs, Critics' Pick, Best Of, Slideshow

Kaz Bar was vino-only from its founding in 2001 until original owner Peter Kasperski closed it 17 years later. Enter restaurateur Tommy Plato of Second Story Liquor Bar fame, who reopened the posh lounge in 2019, adding a focus on rare and distinctive whiskeys and a bespoke supper club atmosphere big on leather and wood. Connoisseurs can indulge in any of its curated selection of Scotch, whiskeys, bourbons, and ryes of the high-end, imported, and single-barrel ilk. There are such small-batch favorites and rarities mixed in the selection of over 40 options. Wine lovers needn’t worry, though, as Kaz Bar still has a surfeit of red, white, and sparkling wines, uncorking bliss to pair perfectly with a food menu of snacks and bites with Italian and Asian influences such as a Korean pork belly served in a lobster roll and cacio pepe.

45 articles

La Bocca Urban Pizzeria + Wine Bar

699 S. Mill Ave. Tempe

480-967-5244

Italian, Pizza, Wine Bar, Bars and Clubs, Recommended, Best Of, Menu

It's rather fitting that the name of this cozy pizzeria and wine bar roughly translates to "the mouth" in Italian, as yours will certainly be put to good use when visiting. Its list of vino favors exotic reds from around the world, allowing one to be whisked away to the vineyards of Argentina for some Punto Final Malbec followed by a glass or two of Peter Lehmann-brand cabernet from Australia. The beer selection is also of an international bent, offering such Belgian imports as Wittekerke Wheat Ale and Lindy Framboise along with bottles of microbrews and local favorites. On the menu you'll find gourmet bruschetta, salads, sandwiches, as well as a number of La Bocca's signature pizzas. Read our review.

16 articles

La Bocca Wine Bar + Urban Kitchen

5415 E. High St. North Phoenix

480-840-1799

Pizza, Wine Bar

7 articles

LDV Winery

6951 E. 1st St. Central Scottsdale

480-664-4822

Adult, Breweries and Wineries, Wine Bar

LDV Winery uses a hand-crafted, all-natural approach to winemaking. Every 45-60 days we go thru the time consuming process of racking each barrel to remove sediment from our reds. We prefer this gentle process, rather than adding substances or using filters to clarify our wines. Our approach is gentler, creates a better mouth feel, and provides more flavor. Many of the substances used in clarifying wine are not what we want in our wine. Although it is more expensive and time consuming, we believe it truly matters.

7 articles

The Living Room Gainey Ranch

8977 N. Scottsdale Rd., Suite 500, Scottsdale Paradise Valley

480-634-6709

Wine Bar

The Living Room Wine Café & Lounge

4905 E. Ray Rd. Ste. 107 Ahwatukee

480-454-3599

Tapas, Wine Bar

Any dinner here can start with delicious appetizers like the artisan cheese platter (which also makes a nice end-of-meal dessert, too) and the Prosciutto and Brie plate, with figs, balsamic reduction, and roasted red pepper jam. Before charging straight into dinner, we like to linger over the Crusted Caprese, with Burrata mozzarella, pesto, roasted grape tomatoes, and a balsamic reduction. Where we go from there is anyone's guess, since the daily chef specials here are as wonderful as the starters.

The Living Room Wine Cafe & Lounge

2475 W. Queen Creek Rd., #1 Chandler

480-855-2848

Wine Bar, Tapas

Some claim that this place offers the best happy hour in Chandler, thanks in part to the $5 skinny cocktails from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. It doesn't hurt that any dinner here can start with delicious appetizers like the artisan cheese platter (which also makes a nice end-of-meal dessert, too) and the Prosciutto and Brie plate, with figs, balsamic reduction, and roasted red pepper jam. Before charging straight into dinner, we like to linger over the Crusted Caprese, with Burrata mozzarella, pesto, roasted grape tomatoes, and a balsamic reduction. Where we go from there is anyone's guess, since the daily chef specials here are as wonderful as the starters.

1 article

The Living Room Wine Cafe and Lounge

20751 N. Pima Rd. #120 North Scottsdale

480-404-7465

Tapas, Wine Bar

Any dinner here can start with delicious appetizers like the artisan cheese platter (which also makes a nice end-of-meal dessert, too) and the Prosciutto and Brie plate, with figs, balsamic reduction, and roasted red pepper jam. Before charging straight into dinner, we like to linger over the Crusted Caprese, with Burrata mozzarella, pesto, roasted grape tomatoes, and a balsamic reduction. Where we go from there is anyone's guess, since the daily chef specials here are as wonderful as the starters.

3 articles

The Living Room Wine Cafe and Lounge

3890 W. Happy Valley Rd. Glendale

Cafe, Wine Bar

Opening Fall 2013

2 articles

Lola Tapas

800 E. Camelback Rd. Central Phoenix

602-265-4519

European, Spanish, Tapas, Wine Bar, Bars and Clubs

1 article

The Lost Leaf

914 N. 5th St. Central Phoenix

602-258-0014

Wine Bar, Art Galleries, Bars and Clubs, Music Venues, Best Of, Slideshow

The Lost Leaf is part beer and wine joint, part arts-scene culture hub. Occupying a historic Fifth Street bungalow mere steps from Roosevelt Row, the walls, rafters, and bathrooms are adorned with works by local creatives. A nook beside the bar and a backyard stage hosts musicians and DJs across every genre. And it's a popular pit stop on First Fridays, Third Fridays, and most other nights of the month. The curated beer and wine selection is vast, boasting ales, lagers, stouts, and other intoxicating brews in bottles and cans, as well as vino, meads, and even sake. Lost Leaf has been arty, cultural, and cool since it was established in 2006 and opened full time in 2007, back when it was one of the few RoRo spots where you could buy a round. After a shaky period during the pandemic, the Lost Leaf changed hands, but is back on track with plenty of live music and cold brews.

133 articles

Merkin Vineyards Old Town Scottsdale

7133 E. Stetson Dr. #4 Central Scottsdale

480-292-8602

Contemporary, Wine Bar

4 articles

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