Such a cute and cozy wine bar! Simone is really personable and knowledgeable about her wine. There were some interesting wine selections on her list that I wasn't familiar with, so she made some fantastic recommendations and the cheese offerings are awesome as well (the Gouda was my favorite)! read more

Apogee Wine Bar - Wine bar - Wine Bars Near Me - Rochester, New York

Visited Apogee for the first time this week. The first reason to be a fan of Apogee is the fact that they are open until 11pm on weeknights which makes it a great post dinner or show venue for a drink. I am a huge fan of wine and I was highly impressed with the variety of wines on the list. You will not find many common named wines here, but you will likely find your new favorite wine. I had a red blend that happened to be on special that evening for $7 and it was an incredible wine and quite the deal. I would have comfortably spent $10-12 for a glass of wine of that quality. They have a small food menu, just enough to pair with your wines that night but much higher quality than some cheese and crackers. They have amazing French truffles perfect to pair with a nice red wine. The bar and venue is incredible. It is a small space that feels open and comfortable. A great place to go with a date. I would highly recommend a visit the next time you crave a glass( or bottle) of wine. read more

Stopped in on a Friday night to meet with a few friends. We first walked to the door and it was closed for a private event. BUMMER. As we walked back to our car, one of the owners came out of the side door and apologized for it being closed for the time being. He let us know that the private event would be ending in about 30 minutes and sincerely asked us to please come back. We walked over to Hogan's Hideaway for a drink and to wait the 30 minutes and we headed back to Apogee when we finished. We sat in the back on two comfortable leather couches. The wait staff was very attentive and the one of the owners came over to see how we all were enjoying our time. We ordered some charcuterie, olives, and bread sticks to snack on. The wine options were nice and had a wide variety from all over the world. The ambiance was nice and the atmosphere was intimate. We will come back! read more

I love the ambience! There are glasses that are delicious and reasonably priced ($8-12/glass) They had a special for 30% off a bottle when my friend and I came in. Not too shabbby! Not sure if they have happy hour specials cause if they did I would definitely come back with more of my girlfriends. Its beautiful inside and outside for a quaint little place. The girls working here are great and offered good advice when choosing. (Also gave us extra bread for that yummy fig butter!) They have food to nibble on if you'd like (cheese, meat platter, olvies, etc.) Good selection too! Definitely a place on park ave to check out if you're out and about or just want a casual place to chill with friends/date after work. read more

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They are always so accommodating for the uneducated wine drinker that is interested in learning more. It's a quiet perfect date place or somewhere to catch up with friends. It is classy and everything you'd want in a wine bar. read more

This is my favorite wine bar in Rochester. All the servers are very knowledgeable! I have literally never had a bad experience here. They have pretty good deals on bottles of wine but beware they only have snack type food, not real meals. Additionally they bring in unique cakes from scratch bakeshop which are super delicious! I would definitely check it out! read more

Apogee is Rochester's newest and finest (in my opinion) wine bar. Simone, the owner, is a certified sommelier and her wine knowledge and passion is reflected in the diverse and interesting wine list she has created. Bottles are really well priced and they have a great cheese and meat selection- I loved the Gouda they had opening weekend! The atmosphere and decor are great, beautifully done and a place you will enjoy hanging out for the night. It's great to have a new place in Rochester owned by locals passionate about wine. I would highly recommend! read more

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Lovely little wine bar on Park Avenue between Meigs and Arnold Park. I like the fact that the bar is made of white faux marble and the walls are white. I think it's tempting to turn a cocktail or wine bar into a cozy cavern by over-decorating and painting everything in warm colors, but sometimes that just closes the space in and makes it dark. Being on the diminutive side, keeping the decor in lighter colors helps to open up this little place and keeps it airy. The wine selection changes frequently and is moderate but well-curated. The wine is dispensed using a commercial wine dispenser/preservation system, similar to Flight. I enjoy that. Helps to keep the wines fresh, especially the full-bodied reds. Not stretching to be too much, not throwing away quality to keep it simple, Apogee strikes the balance right by providing the perfect place to chat and escape on a not-often-traveled part of Park Avenue. The owner is warm and beautiful and the atmosphere is restrained. Check it out the next time you'd like an intimate date, a meet-up with a friend or a glass of wine. There's a small menu as well of which I haven't partaken. Hope to go back soon to try it out! read more

I don't quite get the hype. Small wine selection, sparse white walls, poor acoustics, and mediocre service. One of the bartenders ignored us all night (focused on the cute young girls at the bar), the other was ok but only brought a water refill when asked and seemed generally inattentive. I wouldn't mind if it was packed but the place was barely half full (strange enough for a Friday night). read more

I know I'm not the only one that comes here for the cake and wine slushees!!! The selection of wine is limited but always great. The cake by Scratch Bakeshop is always a nice touch. The wine slushees are my favorite during the summer months.... really unique flavors and actually made with good quality wine!!! However, the reason for my 3 stars is the service. It's incredibly inconsistent. There are some sweet and courteous ladies that have helped me choose my wine in the past; but there's also a very unfriendly and cold male that acts too entitled to give any wine suggestions. I initially thought I caught him on a bad day, but he's consistently discourteous and the friends I've taken each time have commented on it too. read more

I love this place!!! It's gorgeous!! The wine was amazing. The bartenders were so sweet and personable. I highly recommend this place!

Staff is very knowledgable, which is helpful to most of us, let's be fair. Great decor, small and cozy environment. This is a great location for a girls wine night, or quiet one-on-one meeting. I wouldn't bring a large group out, as it's not a large location and seating is set up for smaller groups. Location is also prime. read more

I tried this place yesterday evening for the first time with a group of friends. The owner Simon was running the entire show. It was quite busy for a Tuesday night. It is a great place to pop in and catch up with friends, have a business meeting or a romantic date. They have a great variety of wines with reasonable prices. I really liked the decor and candles. read more

Apogee is my go-to spot. Whether it's a romantic evening with my fiance, a night out with friends, or meeting up with co-workers, I always know I will have a great experience here. I love their wide selection of wines to choose from, their snack options and ESPECIALLY each weekend's specialty Scratch Bakeshop cake. The atmosphere is cozy, yet chic at the same time. The staff have always been pleasant with me and are great about letting you taste whatever drinks you would like before ordering. I've only been here mostly in the fall or winter, so I'm excited to utilize their cute little outdoor space in the summer! I highly recommend! read more

Most fabulous bar in Rochester. Great vibe, cool venue and awesome menu of wine, beer and tasty bites! LOVE this place.

Great wine selection and warm hospitality. Simone has a deep knowledge of her wines and is a very gracious host. Well worth a visit to this great wine bar read more

Great wine bar with very knowledgeable staff! Plus cakes from Scratch Bakeshop - yum!!

Apogee was amazing, After talking with Simone about what i liked she gave me a wine that was so delishious. The cheese pairing was perfect as well. Such a positive experience, Simone and her other employee (didnt get her name) were very social and inviting, I would recommend this place to anyone. Definitely go check this place out!!! read more

Simone the owner is amazing! She has made this space special cozy and tasty. When I visit Rochester I alway come here. I highly recommend this spot for a date night or small party. read more

This place is great. A nice small wine bar, small appetizers and a great selection of wine.

Nice little wine bar. Great place to catch up with close friends or for a more intimate date.

I gave this place two stars. One for the trendy look and one for the great wine selection. It lacks friendliness and attentiveness. My BF and I sat at the bar with only about 6 other people in the place. The waitress handed us a menu and then disappeared for about 15 min. Came out once and said "I'll be right back". Then disappeared again. No one else around. We could have been happily enjoying our wine while she did whatever took her away from the bar for such a long time. Not our first time there and no other time was I overly impressed but that time will definitely be our last. read more

Amazing wines! Great service. Simone helped me pick the perfect wine to match my day!

Chic and intimate wine bar. The owner served us and was so sweet and also shared the story of the business. They have a lot of options for white/red/beer drinkers and it's a really cute atmosphere! We will definitely be back. read more

Great hangout spot! Simone is just wonderful and really knows her stuff when it comes to wine. Friendly with a nice ambiance, not pretentious despite serving unbelievably excellent quality wine choices. If in doubt, just trust Simone's recommendations. read more

Absolutely wonderful experience! The ambiance was amazing, so calming and chique. The woman behind the bar was so knowledgeable and made a great recommendation for a wine based on my taste. Definitely will be back! read more

Awesome little place. Very cozy and welcoming. Simone was very friendly and helped me find a great dessert wine to satisfy my sweet tooth. My date for the night did not end up working out, but at least the environment was great. Highly recommended. read more

Nice place! A great little neighborhood wine bar with a touch of a city feel but not big city prices. While not comprehensive (that's okay for a little place), the wine list is not completely overrun by Finger Lakes wines, which is nice for those of us that prefer European wines. And having some small bites and dessert is important (no comment on Ports - have not yet checked those out). Hope this one sticks around! read more

Wonderful place, though I was twice as old as anyone there. Great wines, small plates, and incredibly friendly. Very reasonable prices too Beer as well. read more

I have been to Apogee for both girls night and date night (and have found it to be perfect for either!) It's laid out really well for the railroad style space, and you can't go wrong with their sexy mood lighting! I have found the staff to be both friendly, and helpful with suggestions, so be sure to ask questions, and chat a minute about your wine, it makes for a great experience! read more

This is truly a wine bar. Simone is fantastic! She has been trained as a sommelier and will help you find the wine of your choice. She shops for cheese daily and knows what works. The best simple wine bar by far! read more

cute, cozy place, great for grabbing a drink or 2 on date night.