I just keep coming back! This time we had another array of goodies, chatted with the servers, other…read morecustomers, always a chill and beautiful space. Amazing cocktails, mouthwatering food. My only issue is with the bruschetta. I didn't realize we were building our own and I didn't care for the layout or the ricotta toppings. I'll just skip it next time. The lamb and shrimp were succulent! The sweet and savory combo of fig and prosciutto plays with your tastebuds. Wine Grotto is always a winner!

The wine grotto has figured out its kinks since opening. Love that I have seen the evolution with…read morefood and service too. We started off with cocktails. There is a sommelier if you need a little help figuring out what to drink. The food is on point. If you look at all the pictures I have posted from the wine grotto. The flatbread a couple of years ago to now, omg... the mushroom flatbread with ground waygu is fantastic! The buttery crust plus the surprise of waygu. Can't go wrong!! We ordered the meatballs and olives too. Everything was great. Love the vibe of the wine grotto too.

We ordered the bruschetta and Cobb salad Bruschetta was not fresh tomatoes and bread was burned…read more The Cobb salad was OK. Not a great meal

First, to make getting here simple, this is the bar and lounge at the Sheraton…read more Here I was, staying at the Residence Inn and thinking, "Gosh, I really don't fell like cooking after this looongg day!" I decided to check out the bar/lounge at the nearby Sheraton and have to say, no wonder Marriott decided to buy these guys! They have great beers on tap and great food. I had the sliders and the Santorini salad, which has fried artichokes on it. The sliders were great. Straight up beef patties on a brioche-like bun. No filler, slightly thin, but still tastes great and beefy. Just what I wanted. The Santorini salad is about twice as big as I thought it would be for $9. I really liked the greens which included butter, red, iceberg and romaine lettuces. It also had goat cheese, olives and fried artichoke hearts. Yum, but I couldn't finish it. Since I'm at the Res Inn I just took the rest with me. I also had the Blond ales on tap. Their big deal is supposed to be the wine selection, but the beer selection is very good. Perfect for slider night! Full, refreshed and ready for he long plane rides home tomorrow.

My wife saw a posting on FB for this venue and based on comments, thought it would definitely be…read moreworth exploring, which we are so happy we did. If you could not tell by their name, this is an old Detroit Fire house, located back in a residential/ industrial like area. As you drive to it, you might think, you're lost or going the wrong way....keep going a pleasant surprise awaits your arrival. The interior design and renovations are really, really impressive and pay homage to the years of service as a firehouse, while creating a new vibrant, cozy atmosphere for diners to enjoy. This is a wine bar, no cocktails. And, you will not find any mass produced wines on their extensive list of options. Most all of the wines they offer are estate bottled, French style wines where growers control everything from the planting of the grapes to the bottle. It's an education, and one their staff seems so well versed on, helping you find something you will enjoy. they allowed us to sample a couple before ending on a really good Rose. We ordered a number of small plates which included: Sourdough with beillevaire butter, a generous portion of bread, served warm, soft inside, crunchy outside and the butter was the best tasting butter we have ever had! We also had the shrimp cocktail with horseradish sauce, 6 nice sized shrimp, firm, cold, fresh and very flavorful. Lastly whet they called a "tiny salad" it's basically a Caesar. This was also amazing with breadcrumbs mixed into the dressing, so flavorful. We would do all of these dishes over again. No Meal is complete without dessert; we chose the burnt basque cheesecake with Pedro ximenex sherry. This hands down is the best cheesecake we have ever had, and we love cheesecake. Our server was very cordial, helpful and so knowledgeable not just educating us about their wine selections, but also about their sourcing and philosophy on food. So glad we had the experience. We will definitely be back again.

Ladder 4 provided a unique venue to start a night out in Detroit recently. Set in an old fire…read morestation, the high ceilings and large windows in the front gave the place an open feel. We grabbed a spot immediately at the bar and perused the wine list. Our server was generous with letting us sample before committing to a glass. I tried orange wine for the first time and decided to stick with whites. A Riesling from Saarland hit all the right notes. For food, we ordered shrimp cocktail. 3 plump shrimp over ice with a side of cocktail sauce and shavings of fresh horseradish arrived. We savored every bite. Next up was the venison tartare. It was a unique take on the meat, mild in flavor. I would absolutely order again and recommend. If ladder 4 is on your list to check out, do not hesitate to go. I think you'll find that it's a very satisfying place to visit on a night out.

Great new wine bar with simple, chill ambiance. Really attentive staff…read more About 20 wines to pick from with plans to add more in the future.

What a fantastic place! The food, atmosphere, and service are impeccable! So very glad to have…read morefound such an amazing place!

After hearing the sad news about Moro's closing down, my family and I were on the hunt for a new…read moreItalian spot--and wow, are we glad we found Magadaleno Ristorante! From the moment we walked in, the romantic, cozy vibe set the tone for a great evening. But the real star? The food. We are obsessed with the fresh bread and house sauce served as an appetizer--I honestly could have made a meal out of just that! I had been craving something with yellow peppers and was thrilled to find a chicken pasta dish that featured them. It hit the spot perfectly--so flavorful and satisfying. The rest of my family went with the chicken fettuccine Alfredo, which was equally delicious and creamy without being too heavy. If you're missing Moro's like we were and looking for a place with authentic flavors, great service, and a romantic ambiance, do yourself a favor and give Magadaleno Ristorante a try. You won't be disappointed!

Once again we took the 1.5 drive to meet up with friends…read more Here's what we liked: * Variety of seating available. * The smoked wine continues to be a cool twist. Get this every time I visit. Love the owners commitment to ensuring it's a great drink. * Friendly staff. * Plenty of wine choices as well a variety of beers and ciders. *Wine flights- always fun *You can order pizza from the local pizza place. *There are chips and pretzels available. *The gift shop is always costly as the wife always gets a shirt or something. What could be better: * Honestly have no complaints. Only thing that would be better is a few more snack choices

What a delight winery and brewery in the cutest town…read more The owner even let me pick a shirt for my birthday

It's at the end of a dark hallway if you decide not to go the candy bar. Super small! 350sq ft…read more Awesome drinks. Best martini I've had, super mellow and good vibes Awesome staff with a lot of knowledge. Just go there, date night? Sure I guess! It's a vibe to mingle, put your phone away! Cheers ;)

This is a small wine bar inside the Siren Hotel in Downtown Detroit. They offer food, cocktails and…read moreice cream! No reservations required. They are open from 5PM until Midnight during the week and until 2AM on Friday and Saturday. It is a tight fit and if you get there late, may end up standing out in the hallway. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and will offer drink and food recommendations. Wonderful ambiance. A nice spot if you are out on the town and definitely prior to enjoying a show or other events in the area. A hidden GEM!

Vesper is a fun little spot in Core City. Want to have a drink while you peruse through their vast…read moreselection of cookbooks and chef oriented literature. Their food menu is mostly lighter dishes, and while I didn't eat anything, I did watch them bring out the mussels to the couple next to me and they looked really amazing. While I was there I got a chance to meet and talk to the owners and they were really nice and attentive. They have a nice drink menu with a wide choice of wine (obviously) but also some interesting liquor and beer options. Their cocktail program is actually quite unique. If you want to buy bottles though, I think this is where they excel, because they have some really nice bottles available for sale, which of course you can drink on the spot, but they do charge a $20 corkage fee, which is why I knocked them down a star. I can understand if you're bringing your own bottle, but if you're buying the bottle there, I think it's kind of crazy to have that high of a fee. Just my opinion though. Other than that, the experience is great and definitely a great spot to go before or after dinner at Barda or Puma.

Stopped here for a drink after Barda. All the books are cooking themed. There are a few comfy…read moreseating options including the old bank vault. We had a few tasting before making our selection. My favorite was the Barbera. You can also purchase a bottle of wine to go. They have a $20 corking fee.