While exploring the Oak Cliff/Bishop Arts district, we saw a TINY Italian place on the corner…read morecalled Abruzzo's. I tried to bookmark it on Yelp, but couldn't find it. Come to find out - this place is actually the "Bishop Arts Winery," and only opened up a restaurant a couple months ago! We arrived at 7, and we were the only guests there for an hour as the musician set up to play. By the time 8:15 rolled around, the music was in full swing and the 7-10 tables were all occupied by old couples, groups of friends, and even a family with 3 young kids! Although the space itself is small, it wasn't claustrophobic at all - it was homey and nice. Not too loud either. The ambience was very romantic; I loved the interior decorations that made it feel like little Italy and home all at the same time. Now for food - they bring out hot, Parmesan dusted bread as you order and wait for your food...mmmmm. We got the BAW Cabernet Sauvignon by the bottle (24.99) and she let us know that it would be $8 per glass, so it's a bit cheaper to go for the bottle. We had heard good things about the cheese board, so we got a small. Perfect appetizer: at least 6 different tastes of cheeses, salami, different spreads and jams and crackers. Loved it, perfect for 2 people. Our waitress also inspired us to get this fried artichoke/crab meat ball...sounds weird but it was SO GOOD!!!!! Show stealer for sure. I got the classic spaghetti marinara, and Trip got the Bolognese lasagna. Both were impeccable, we are every bite - and the portions were generous but not excessive! Our service was awesome - it felt like they had at least 3 people circulating the small room to make sure everyone was taken care of. Wonderful experience and can't wait to go back!!!

Go pay Annette a visit! She was lovely to us on a Sunday afternoon. $12 flights, spicy reds and…read morecrisp white wines on deck. I loved my apple chardonnay and they have frozen sangria (mango or blackberry) for $3. Perfect way to cool off on a hot summer day! The cheese plate was shaped like Texas! Everything from start to finish was yummy and they have plenty of tables with a jukebox they are cranking up soon. Live music on the weekends and they are open til midnight. Come check it out!

Love the food at 55 seventy. The club is beautifully decorated and service is always on point. I…read morereally enjoy their meatballs and sushi dishes. All the food has always been delicious and their wine + cocktail program is also really good. The focaccia bread is always a crowd pleaser as well! All in all, I do recommend this as a great private dining option.

We stopped here on a Friday early evening for some appetizers and wine. I was with my friend, "the…read moremayor", and had a great time! From start to finish we had amazing service from the hosts to the servers. The prosciutto toasts and deviled egg appetizers were delicious! From flavors to textures, each bite was crave-able and well thought out. The ambiance was sophisticated and they had live music playing when we came. The vibes were moody and classy. Obviously the star of the show was the wines. I had multiple glasses and each one was so good. We had both reds and whites, and I got a tour of their storerooms in the back - pretty epic!! I hope to come back every time I'm in Dallas!

Great people and great events. One of the best kept secrets in Dallas. AJ the proprietor is…read morefantastic to work with and will procure the best wines at a fantastic price for every patron.

We had the pleasure and honor of attending a Valentine's 7-course dinner with wine pairings at…read moreRoots and Water Wine Room hosted by Sommeliers AJ & Heather and Chefs Mollie and Adrien, and my, were we blown away! Our evening started with a cocktail hour, during which we got to meet other guests over a glass of Roots & Water cabernet. We loved the cab - light and elegant. Once we were seated, we started with a glass of champagne with east coast oysters. For each course, one of the chefs came out to explain the dish and the inspiration behind it. Chef Adrien explained to us that he and Mollie had curated a menu of aphrodisiacs for Valentine's, and the oyster was prepared in a way that brought out ocean feels. We definitely tasted, felt the ocean waves with the soft red beet foam atop the oyster! Our favorite course of the menu was the soup/pasta dish - fideo noodles with tomato saffron brodo, generous pieces of lobster, and crispy leeks. I'm usually not a fan of tomato-based sauces, but this soup was SO delicious! Not too salty, not too powerful in taste, just right. The noodles were done al dente, with a slightly firm texture in every bite. And the lobster pieces were so soft! We devoured every bite of the entire meal, but we ultimately agreed this course stood out the most! The main was definitely a hit, too! It was braised Texas wagyu with root veg puree, herb emulsion, mushroom, and lots of truffle! We loved the strong flavors of the wagyu paired with the puree - so soft, so fluffy, subtle in taste. And the red that went with it *chef's kiss* We were also impressed with the potato dish - ambrosia fingerling potato with duck fat, burnt crema on top with caviar, ikura, trout roe. Who woulda thought caviar and roe go well with potato! And the crema to balance out all the flavors. We liked how the potato was sliced into perfectly thin pieces for each bite. For the dessert, the panna cotta was paired with a white wine, which we appreciated, as we're not big fans of port/dessert wines. We liked the balance in flavors with the sweet-citrusy taste of the panna cotta and the refreshing white. All in all, I could feel every ounce of attention and love poured into every dish, and we were very, very happy campers by the end of our dinner experience. Thank you to Roots & Water for hosting, as well as the chefs and sommeliers for curating an all-around beautiful experience. We hope to be back soon for some wine tastings!

I went to Barnhill Vineyard the last two weekends, and both times I really enjoyed my time there!…read moreThe area is beautiful, and I feel like I can just breathe and relax. If you love animals, they literally have horses and donkeys you can love on. The owners and staff are kind, efficient, and friendly --and the wine is good! The last time I showed up was for a '90's country night. The band was talented and we got to learn a couple of line dances! It was a BLAST. I highly recommend!

Bravo Barnhill! You…read morenever disappoint. We are frequent guests at your wonderful venue. It's to the point it feels like home. Your Peach wine is my husband's favorite! We bring guests every time and all have positive feedback. In fact, it's Just another reason for our guests to revisit us. Y'all are doing a wonderful job of choosing the entertainment. We are equally as happy for you as we are for us. Keep up the good work!

Escaping the chaos of the Dallas Farmers Market yesterday (Sunday), I was looking for an easy place…read morefor an Uber driver to pick me up and stumbled upon the Eden Hill Vineyard tasting room. WOW is the only word to describe this little nook. I was welcomed by Sarah, who is a total ROCKSTAR! She is extremely knowledgeable about the vineyard, the grapes, the similarities the grapes have with other wine regions throughout the globe, and she is just as cordial and sweet (and patient) as can be. TY SARAH! I ordered a glass and sat down next to a very sweet couple. They had just joined the wine club and I ended up doing the same. Here is their "secret sauce"...THEY DO NOT CHARGE A MEMBERSHIP FEE!!! What?!? Hello Napa/Sonoma...take note of this practice and implement to further your followers/customers. Instead - you take home 4 lovely bottles and get 4 each season. You can pick the pack up at the tasting room, or at the vineyard. They also serve bites and Bellatrino at the market will deliver a hot, fresh Italian (thin) pizza right to you in the tasting room. A young man from Bellatrino came in with samples of the Quattro Fromage pizza - holy cow! Delish! (They also offer a cauliflower crust for the gluten-free peeps). Support these 2 local gems...you will not regret it.

Great wine and place to hangout in the middle of downtown. Even the dry wines I found great even…read morethough I'm a sweet person!

Got a chance to experience this place on Wine Down Wednesday, and I would definitely revisit again!…read more Nice cozy place. The staff was nothing short of amazing. The bartender was very informative. It was definitely a vibe.

My husband surprised me with a chocolate making class at Chocolate Secrets…read more We were the only ones who signed up for the class and they only do it Monday - Friday ( we were coming out of town so if you're coming please know you can't do it on the weekends ) They give you molds and different colors and toppings for the chocolates . The chocolates is definitely high quality you can taste it They give you white , milk, and dark chocolate And base colors to make other colors so remember your color charts lol The class comes with a. Free drink and tour Since we had a few bumps as they didn't realize there was a class they through in a tasting of chocolates which we were extremely grateful for! They also have live bands on Friday ! I would definitely come back just to relax and eat chocolates Full review soon on ig and TikTok @SoVeryLoud

I had been wanting to go to Chocolate Secrets for a while, and finally made it here on Sunday after…read morebrunch with a friend. I got a cafe mocha and it was very good. Because it was my first time, they gave me a free chocolate to try, which was a wonderful surprise. Unfortunately, they didn't have one of the flavors I wanted to try, but I had the rosemary chocolate caramel and it was great! I ended up buying a cute milk-:and dark- chocolate bar, and two more caramel bonbons to take home. The prices aren't cheap but for great chocolate made in-house, it's worth it. I'd like to come back again to try their food, and see the live jazz. Very cute shop with excellent and friendly service. I'll definitely be back.

Stopped at Lone Star Winery for a wine tasting while at the Square. Try their Texas Wine tasting…read moreand some Reds. Good sampling. Enjoy the variety. Ordered chicken wings and Margarita pizza for the group. The wings were delicious. Lots of flavors. Service was amazing. Everyone was extremely friendly and welcoming. Great experience.

The atmosphere is very friendly, also good for date night . Service was fast. We ordered the cheese…read moreboard and margarita flatbread , my son liked it. They also have music at certain time and date. The sweet white wine was just right for me , it was not super sweet . I would definitely come back

I had a wonderful experience at Blind Bishop!…read more The wine selection was outstanding! The atmosphere felt warm and intimate. It's definitely a spot I'd recommend to anyone who enjoys discovering new wines in a cozy setting. Service is outstanding as well)

Charming little wine bar newly open right outside of the main Bishop Arts scene. They offer a…read moredelightful little tapas menu and a few wine flights, including a blind flight that is perfect for budding sommeliers who want to test their palates. We tried a few bites - the patatas bravas, which are thinly fried potato chunks lightly dusted with paprika and topped with garlic aioli. It sounds simple, but was ridiculously addictive, and we found ourselves ordering another serving that night! We also tried the steak, which was perfectly cooked to our desired temperature (medium rare), but was otherwise pretty simply prepared, served atop steak sauce. And we also tried the burrata which came as two small pieces of toasted bread, juicy burrata and charred broccoli (also a simple but satisfying dish). All of the dishes are pretty small, so you would probably need to order at least a handful for a couple to feel pretty satiated, but that makes it fun to try more wine at the same time ;) We were curious about the pork belly, which the owner proclaimed to another guest that night to be "her favorite item on the menu." We can't wait to try that on our return visit (with another order or two of the patatas bravas, and maybe the tostadas too!). Definite recommend for a cute date night off the beaten path!

Had such a wonderful Valentine's Day wine tasting here with my husband- absolutely loved the…read moreservice, Nick was such a knowledgeable and kind guide to all our wines. Beautiful decor, nice soothing music, had a great conversation and tried some new wines!! Clean bathroom. Would love to return sometime soon!

Calling the store was a pain for an answer, most likely due to staff shortage so I can understand…read morethat. With that said i went to a wine tasting and pairing. While the wine tasting made sense, the food was not on par for what we spent, $100 for two for my fiancé's birthday. Honestly could've went to Waffle House and enjoyed the food.