Came here for lunch with my wife and my in-laws and overall had a nice experience with a few…read moredisappointing aspects. There was plenty of parking right in front, and the views of the building and vineyard were absolutely beautiful. We were greeted warmly by the hostess when we arrived, and when we requested a table in the shade, she gladly accommodated us. The service throughout lunch was excellent. My wife has a tree nut allergy, and our waitress made sure to inform the kitchen so my wife could safely enjoy her meal without worry, which we really appreciated. We ordered two pizzas and two charcuterie boards. Unfortunately, the charcuterie boards were very overpriced for what was included: each board only had 8 thin slices of salami, 8 thin slices of capicola, a small bowl of olives, and a few small pieces of cheese. Two boards came to roughly $70 before tax, which definitely did not feel worth the price. The prosciutto and arugula pizza was also VERY dry, and surprisingly they didn't even have balsamic glaze or balsamic vinegar available for it. Another waitress brought over some olive oil, but then charged us $3 for it, which honestly didn't sit right considering we explained how dry the pizza was. The location, atmosphere, and service were wonderful, but the food quality and pricing left a lot to be desired. We usually just come here for wine, but we won't be returning.

We went to Colanieri Estate Winery today…read more They are located in the Niagara winery region off of Concession 6 They were not far away from the Outlets which is where we travelled from prior to going to the winery today We have been there before to purchase wine and take in the beauty of the winery The first look of this spot and you feel you are in Tuscany It is so beautiful The staff are super friendly Inside the store they are very helpful We ended up buying a bottle of their white Stellucha wine and a bottle of their white Sangria We have had the Stellucha wine and it's a very nice taste Not overly sweet and nicely balanced We definitely will come back here again to purchase wine and will need to try their food from their outdoor palazzo

Went to Niagra on the Lake to visit Wayne Gretzky s winery and distillery. This should be on any…read morehockey fan's list of places to visit. The place is very quiet and comfortable with plenty of seating areas inside and out. Outside they have a large reflecting pool with seats all around which is a very nice touch. The seating areas have a very nice display of pictures of Wayne in his Hockey days and a lot of old family photos as well. We did a tasting that included several of their liquors. We tried the red and white Ice Wines, Whiskey and Creams. Let me start off by saying I do not like wine at all.... However the Ice Wines were absolutely incredible! The maple flavored Whiskeys were awesome and rich with flavor while being very smooth to sip. I tried the Butter Pecan Cream (kind of like Baileys) which was a favorite as well. The prices are very reasonable especially with the exchange rate. They have gift shops where wines, whiskey, creams can all be purchased. They also have shirts and other items. I personally loved the hockey stick shot flight. The shot glasses were skates that fit into a miniature hockey stick. They also have a restaurant where I had the best poutine I have ever eaten! I also had the smoked trout sandwich which was delicious. The Caesar salad with kale and capers was awesome! The flavor of the food, the freshness and presentation was second to none. The employees were extremely friendly, helpful and genuinely friendly when you have questions. Wayne Gretzky Estates Winery and Distillery was by far one of the highlights for my trip. This place is worth the visit again. The only down side is they do not ship to the States, so you have to get it in Canada.

We did a tasting earlier in the day and went back for dinner. They have wine, cream liquors,…read morewhiskey, vodka, and brandy. We got the three meat option for the dinner. My wife got a completely salted Carmel espresso martini that was made by accident. Everyone there was so nice. The food was good, and the drinks hit the mark. We sat next to a water pool that they use as an ice skating rink in the winter. It was very nice, beautiful weather for a dinner outside

What a beautiful winery. My wife and I split a flight of 4 wines. So the building was built from…read morerepurposed materials, the bricks, the wood. The wines were quite good. All the staff were very friendly.

The Hare Wine Company is a stunning winery offerring excellant wines. The tasting room is spacious…read moreand beautifully designed with gorgeous views of the vineyard. The Hare family has been making wine for over 100 years starting in Bulgaria. Small batch VQA reds, whites, rose and icewine. Everything we tasted had depth and complexity! Great textures, aromas, and balance. My rating rationale for beer, wine, or spirits: +1 Service +1 Atmosphere/Vibe +1 Taste/Quality (Flavor, aroma, and overall quality of the beverage) +1 Presentation (Glassware, garnishes, and visual appeal of the drinks) +1 Selection/Variety (Range of beer, wine, or spirit options and uniqueness of offerings)

We visited this winery because I love their ice wine. Not as sweet as many other ice wines, it is…read morereally refreshing fruity. Accompany with the cheese balls, it's perfect for snack or light lunches. The winery is very welcoming with garden beds of roses , including many rare, find varieties. The main building has a lovely staircase brings all the elements together to give a very comfortable atmosphere. Including a complimentary sparkling wine, we tried nine different ones. We love the red wines the most.

Used to the higher end wine regions we were skeptical of coming to this winery, specially after…read moretrying a few of other local wines at a restaurant the day before. We arrived and were greeted nicely and sat by a window with beautiful views. Brian took care of us in a big way, Elbe was super informative and fun. The wines were from good to aceptable, the sparkling Blanc the Blanc one of our favorite and the Merlot was pretty good too. My least favorite was the Gamay Noir. The Riesling was not bad but unexpressive... At the very end we got to tried the 2020 Chateau des Charmes EQUULEUS which I like, it's more of a dry and complex wine but not an easy drink so it might not be for everyone. The ICE-wines were very good, I guess this is what they are really know for. At least that what this region is able to do well. Concluding, service by Brian top notch, sparkling wines good, other wines aceptable and the ice wines very good.

Ravine vineyard is an estate winery that also makes wine using grapes from nearby farms as well. On…read moretheir campus they also have a small grocery store, restaurant, and event space. We came in October on a Sunday. Reservations for tastings are recommended but not required. We didn't make a reservation and our wait was only 15 minutes. Stephen led our wine tasting and was very friendly and knowledgeable. Their menu features a variety of high quality white and red wines all on the dry and semi-dry side. Their estate grown grapes are grown organically and sustainably. We enjoyed every wine we tried and would love to come back again.

Nikki, our wine tour specialist was amazing! She was kind, funny and very knowledgeable. This…read morevineyard has beautiful views, plenty of outdoor seating and a perfect little cafe for sweets, fresh bread and beverages. On their grounds, you will find cute farm animal, flower gardends and an apiary. On your next visit, ask about the history behind Norma Jane blue at Benjamine Moore!

I've been looking forward to coming here for quite some time and finally had a chance today! There…read moreare only about a dozen parking spots at the Visitor's Centre, and I think it fills up quickly as it's a small-ish lot. Had to repark after a spot became available. They have 2 Wine Tasting options available, $25/4x1oz (includes higher-end wines), $20/4x1oz (smaller selection, but still quite a far amt). I think beer flights were $15/4x2oz. From speaking with her, I don't think the girl who helped me with my selection knew a great deal about wines. She said that she hasn't tasted all of them, but then again, there are A LOT from the both menus. I'm assuming that most of the people working here are students. The back patio is nice with the Escarpment in the horizon and vineyard in the foreground. I think you can also order apps that are cooked in the trailer outside. At 1oz each, I honestly think this isn't enough to get a good idea of the wine. It is literally 2 small sips! Other wineries that I've been to usually offer 4x2oz pours at the same price, and this amount is MUCH better in terms of getting a proper taste. Since it was such a small amount, it was hard to get a good gauge of the wines. The Muscat was nice though and I bought a bottle. Instead of doing the beer flight, I just cans to go as it seemed more economical. Bar area where those tasting were happening was a bit cramped! There was someone sitting at the bar already, another guy standing doing a tasting, and I felt a bit weird intruding on their space to ask the bartender about the beers. Fridges were on both sides of the bar, so not concentrated in 1 area. Beers/ciders area looking like a bit of an afterthought.

Great place to visit with friends, couple or family. Amazing to see and walk the fields with a cup…read moreof wine. I will visit this place again anytime. Rgds

The entire experience was fabulous. We split a two course…read moremeal. Tomato/feta soup and a tomato, burrata tart for the first course. The main course was a medley of lamb which were all delicious. The waiter selected 3 wine flight was perfect!!!

I can see why they can't hold their Michelin Guide Recommendation status. Please save your money,…read morethey may have been good at some point, but that time has passed. Not a great experience with their service and mediocre food. We arrived at 7:30pm for our reservation on a Tuesday evening and were seated right away. There's a 3 course for $80, or 2 course for $75. We ordered two 2 courses and two 3 courses between our table of 4, and one lager. Appetizers came at 8:20pm. The waiter told us right before the appetizers were served that there was a group of 20ppl right ahead of us, hence the slow service. The main hall was full of the 20ppl group, but our dining section had 3 tables, including ours - so it doesn't seem that busy as it was mostly empty. He did not check in with us during this 50min wait time between sitting down and appies arriving, nor did he bring the lager, or give us a heads up about the wait any earlier. Not off to a great start. APPETIZER: Pate shortbread cookie: I quite liked this one, the sweet buttery shortbread crunch, with a salty creamy pate filling and a dab of jam on top. There's prosciutto and greens on the side. This dish was the definition of sweet and savoury. My friend got the cold soup and loved it. MAIN: Arrancini: mix of mushrooms and veggies, rice, deep fried in a ball shape. THIS WAS HORRIBLE. There wasn't much flavour to the arancini themselves, nor in the sauce. There was some sort of marinated mushroom, and that was good but the Arancini was so stale, similar to how a food court pre-deep fries their items and leaves it in a hot tray. They were not crispy at all, and had a hard chewy exterior. -I asked the waiter if the arancini was supposed to be crispy, he said yes, they are deep fried so it's supposed to be crispy. -I said it tastes quite hard and chewy instead, not crispy. -He said something along the lines of "Is there something you'd like me to do about it?" -I was very disappointed but didn't want to cause a scene so I said no. I couldn't finish it. Overall, super underwhelming restaurant for the price point. (P.S. the winery part is great though, I'd recommend the tasting and grab a few bottles, but I do NOT recommend the restaurant)

We had a fantastic experience at Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery! We started with their wine flights…read moreat the winery tasting room, enjoying the beautiful, relaxing views of the lush vines. The setting was so breathtaking that we decided to extend our visit and grab a bite to eat at the pizzeria side, where we could continue soaking in the gorgeous scenery. The building that the tasting room was in was so cool. It looked like a home and was decorated nicely! You can sit inside or outside on the patio deck. Very family friendly. Beyond the stunning atmosphere, the customer service was top-notch--attentive, friendly, and welcoming throughout our stay. Both the wine selection and craft beers were excellent. Whether you're stopping by for a quick tasting or relaxing over food and drinks while taking in the views, Ravine Vineyard is a must-visit. Highly recommended!

Lovely lunch in the vineyard enjoyed a cab solve with lunch very much enjoyed a medium rare steak…read morefrries. The noche was also very good. If you're in the area highly recommend a lunch stop here. There was a wedding setting up and it looked lovely. Great way to spend the afternoon 4:00 to 5:00 on the ravine. Great service!

We had spent a couple hours checking out Niagara Falls before coming here for some wine tasting…read more The layout was spacious with indoor and outdoor patio seating. Given it was such a nice day out, we sat outside. The staff member who assisted us was really friendly and very knowledgeable of the wines. We got a flight of ice wine and a flight of regular wine to share. All had a mix of red and white we really enjoyed. We also got a couple snacks - Tomato Bruschetta and Mixed Olives that were all quite good. Upon leaving, we even got a bottle of one of their ice wines to go. Pillitteri was a great winery to enjoy our afternoon at!

Another great stop on our visit to Niagara on the Lake. We were lucky they were able to take us as…read morewalk ins and we helped by a wonderful and friendly host. He helped us select our wines and he made some wondered suggestions. We got some great pours and tried some really neat wines. We took a few bottles to enjoy at home. We will be back again.

Our team did a post conference dinner at Big Head Wines and it was simply amazing. They set up the…read moretank room (it's literally massive life sized tanks of wine) with tables and chairs and made it a luxe event. It was cozy and modern at the same time. We were served some bread and a salad as an appetizer. We had preselected our entrees, mine being a steak with mash. The steak was a little bit over done for me but otherwise seasoned well. There were continuous pours of wine to go with dinner, which were all excellent. The meal ended with a chocolate mousse type dessert which was served in a wine glass. Service was absolutely spectacular at this private event and definitely recommend the space for small groups events!

Impersonal, corporatized and an underwhelming tasting and visit. Least favorite winery in the…read moreregion for those reasons.