I stopped by Chicago Winery on a Wednesday early evening solo and was able to sit at the bar…read morewithout reservation. I was blown away by the ambiance and decor. Chicago Winery prioritizes upscale and intimacy but their service is personable and friendly allowing you to feel right at home. On Wednesday they offer a Happy Hour special, $5 off a tasting and $10 wine by the glass. The server as extremely kind, and was able to offer me some suggestions based on my personal palate and wine interests. I landed on the Winemaker's Tasting, which included 4, one ounce pours, including Blancs de Blancs, Albarino, Barbera and Merlot. I paired the tasting with the a BYOB board. From their menu I picked the olives, Afterglow, and the Tempesta Guanciale. The server was educated on the wines was able to walk me through the tasting and pairings but gave me independence and autonomy to enjoy at my own leisure and pace. I highly enjoyed my visit and absolutely will be returning to dine in, as well as to get a winery tour!

Was gifted the wine tasting and tour for my birthday which was a very fun experience. Great deal to…read morebuy wine after. I preferred the whites and was disappointed by the reds. We had the date package and ate at the restaurant after. I recommend the pork schnitzel and pierogis. We ordered four shareables but weren't blown away by the butternut squash fondue and gougeres. Loved our hostess for the wine tasting, but wish there was more guidance on tasting notes and wine terminology. I'd recommend though to any wine lovers, I still learned a lot!

What a fun and educational wine tasting by the lovely, enthusiastic and charming bartender, Crys!…read moreThanks to a really great deal via Groupon, you get tastings of seven different wines: white/red/one brut for two people for $45 including your choice of one white or red bottle to go. You get a card to rate each tasting w emojis, stars or numbers etc. My favorite was the Super Tuscan, as I prefer reds. (other Groupon options available.) This is my fourth wine tasting and it never gets old. I learned a little bit more about wine, wine making, etc. each time. The tasting room is quaint, comfortable clean and it's cool to see the wine barrels in the back creating that luscious liquid lol Many weekend nights offer live music/dancing for extended joviality among new friends. Dogs allowed a big bonus!! Free parking in lot.

Great wines and community! Definitely worth a visit. I love the monthly live music eventsread more

First time at Verve and went for their Burgers and Burgundy night. Wasn't really sure what to…read moreexpect here. The menu had a few more items than expected so we each got the Ilixr burger and split some Gruyère fries. The burger was decent, but a little pricey for a pretty basic à la carte burger. I also wasn't a huge fan of the sauce and probably should've asked for no pickles. The Gruyère fries were also nothing special. Luckily we got the giardiniera on the side because it was pretty spicy. There were 4-5 wines to choose from and we both really liked the ones we picked! Would go back next time for just the wine and maybe to buy something or go to an event to learn more about wine.

My bestie and I came here just on a whim, this is a cool establishment, complimentary tasting on…read moreSunday. We had champagne and Chianti.

This winery is a gem in Long Grove! I'm up from FL visiting my brother and some friends. My brother…read moreand I love wine so he brought me here. Karen was our host and she was absolutely delightful. I really appreciated hearing her candid thoughts on the wines. We followed her recommendations. The reserve Cabernet $55 was delicious and very fruit forward just like you would expect from a Paso Robles Cabernet. It was perfectly dry with a robust body. We brought a bottle home and did a blind taste test with other Paso Robles Cabernets. It won! We also had bread sticks and olives. The property is lovely. It makes for a great ambiance.

We held our wedding reception at the winery for 90 guests. The staff and Karen, Lisa, Bella and…read moreSusie did an amazing job. The layout was exactly as we asked and all the guests thought the service and the cozy atmosphere was tremendous. The wine selection and cocktails were great. Karen, the winery's event planner, was easy to work with and helped us with every step. Thank you, Broken Earth Winery for making our day extra special!!!

Love the ambiance of LePiano it's beautifully designed with an intimate stage that's up-close to…read morethe audience. I'm a regular on Monday and Wednesday nights. This past Wednesday was a packed house to experience Liz Mandeville's Bourbon & Blues show. Liz' hosts the Wednesday shows with her one of a kind guitar driven sultry, sexy and sugar coated storytelling & cutting edge humor. That is the highlight until she brings up her special guests. Last week from LA Blues Angel Brigitte Purdy singing Blues, Soul and Gospel tinged songs we all love (the audience was on their feet), The duo of Darryl Wright and Susan Williams double bass slayed our hearts with Angel From Montgomery. From Germany our new favorite Blues son in Chicago Stefan Hillensheim stirred our souls (his new baby Layla was there) and keeping the beat Stephen Bass on drums. This was more than a jam it was a variety show filled with some of the best talent in Chicago led by one of the most dynamic entertainers here at LePiano. We are lucky to have Liz host every Wednesday night (when she isn't on tour) at my favorite intimate listening room in Chicago. Thank you, Lynn Orman

This was not our first visit to Le Piano, but it was by far the best. Loved, loved Liz Mandeville's…read moreenergy, humor and, of course, blues guitar and vocalizing. During the second set, she yielded the stage temporarily to Susan Williams (who backed Liz on bass guitar in the first set) and Darryl Wright, renowned Chicago bassist, who happened to be in the audience -- which felt like a real treat. The brut cava that's on the menu is, in my opinion, undrinkable (it's quite funky). I had complained to the manager about it months ago, so was disappointed to see it still on the menu. I didn't order anything to drink. Later, the server came over to tell me they are currently trying out some other options which aren't yet on the menu and brought me a taste of a prosecco -- which was delish!

Extremely disappointed. We drove across the city to try the cauliflower pizza…read more 1. Pairing parking is very limited in the area but we located parking two block over and walked back. 2. We enter the venue. No one greets us and it is fairly empty. We ask a woman who walks through the main space, "Are you all open?" She says "yes", but never breaks stride. Another woman walks into the main space, we ask "Do we seat ourselves?" She replies, "Yes, you can sit wherever you'd like, inside or outside", before walking off. 3. We seat ourselves and wait about 10min for the server to come to our table to water. She provides an overview of the meadery and prepares to leave. We stop her and ask to place an order for the cauliflower pizza in the photo . She replied, "Oh, we don't serve that anymore. We use regular frozen pizza dough now." Wow, just wow. Why circulate false advertisement on the website? We left without ordering anything.

In 2021, I started making wine at home. Wild Blossom Meadery & Winery was where I could buy…read moresupplies that I needed. I had taken a winemaking class here, so I also could buy some of their kits if I didn't want to start from scratch with my own juice. Recent, I went to a Sunday brunch session that was really nice. The food was outstanding. And with the weather being nice, outdoor seating was an option that made the afternoon that more enjoyable. I had only been familiar with the wine, mead, and brewing supplies aspect of Wild Blossom. I like their "restaurant" setting. I may get back to enjoy some weekend events.

One of my favorite spots when I come to Chicago. The food is always good, and the service is top…read morenotch. I went for the brunch for the first time, and enjoyed the variety on the menu. Magic helped me, and made sure I had everything I needed.

Amari our server and she was really trying. However, the kitchen/bar was making things difficult…read morefor her by being out of so many things. They did have Malibu, Coke Classic, but no cornbread. How you serving collard greens with turkey tails and no cornbread? Also given they are a "winery", I found the copied and poorly cut paper in a leather binder as a wine list laughable and limited. The decor and vibe were giving along with the chicken. However, since I like to drink when I eat not likely to have a repeat visit.

Nice well stocked place. Any alcoholic beverages that you can think of they have it. They also have…read morea buyers reward program. Good service! Clean and neatly stocked. I found this Clap Back "wine" that I haven't been able to find here. I did smell a hint of mildew. We have had lots of rain here in Chicago so I am thinking they have a slow leak or something. I will return yet I had to give a star off due to light smell.

Looking for a specific brand of Soju for my wife and Binny's in Evergreen Park which has EVERYTHING…read moredid not have it. The downtown Binny's on Jefferson also "out." A&S to the rescue with friendly service, a wide variety of offerings in a clean well organized store! FIVE STARS!

We had a wonderful experience at Cooper's Hawk celebrating my brother-in-law's birthday with a…read moreparty of 7 and a wine tasting. Our server, Liz R., truly went above and beyond! She was incredibly sweet, kind, attentive, and helpful throughout our entire visit. She even surprised us with a complimentary round of the upcoming October wine, which was such a thoughtful and unexpected gesture. It was delicious! Thank you, Liz, for making our celebration extra special--we truly appreciated you!

What a great experience at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant in Oak Park! This was my first time…read morevisiting, and I honestly can't believe I hadn't been before. We came on a Monday evening for a wine tasting, and from beginning to end, the experience was 10/10. Our server, Sparkle, was truly one of the highlights of the evening. She was warm, attentive, knowledgeable, and made the entire wine-tasting experience so much fun. Great customer service can completely shape an experience, and Sparkle definitely delivered. We laughed, enjoyed some amazing wine, and simply had a great time. I also really enjoyed the atmosphere. It's a beautiful space with a relaxed yet elevated feel, making it perfect for a wine night, dinner, girls' night, date night, or even a special event. I could absolutely see myself hosting an event here one day. I will definitely be back whenever I'm in the Oak Park area, and hopefully Sparkle will be there! Such a fun Monday night and an overall wonderful first experience at Cooper's Hawk.

This meadery is truly something special -- small, family-owned, and absolutely overflowing with…read morecreativity and passion. Every bottle feels like it's crafted with care, and you can really taste the difference. The flavors are unique and unexpected -- from bright, fruity blends to rich, spiced varieties, there's something for every palate. What makes it stand out most is the personal touch -- you can tell the family behind it really loves what they do. The tasting experience feels warm and welcoming, not corporate or rushed. Whether you're new to mead or already a fan, you'll find yourself impressed (and probably leaving with more bottles than you planned). If you're looking to support local craft makers and discover something truly different, this meadery is a must-visit. Their creativity and quality shine through in every sip!

My fiance and I came here on a recent weekend because...I love mead! So it's exciting to see more…read moremeaderies around. The cocktail bar (the Honeybee Tiki Bar) is suitably tiki-themed, and you can get either mead-laced tiki drinks, or drinks from their tasting menu. I got a 1 oz pour of "Still Dreamin'" melomel made with orange blossom honey, orange zest and vanilla, as well as the 5 oz. "Tangerine Dream" session mead, which was lightly carbonated (tasted like a dreamsicle float, as opposed to the classic style of mead which is more viscous and not unlike a liqueur in texture). Both were very tasty, and this was a nice way to try different styles. My fiance had a mocktail with pineapple and passion fruit that still fit into the tiki vibe. Our server was attentive enough to be helpful but in the background enough to not be pestering us; good balance. While they don't serve food themselves, watch their social media for the rotation of visiting restaurants; we had amazing duck fat buffalo wings and sweet potato fries from Dak Dak Wings in Villa Park! Overall, mead doesn't just have to be at the Renaissance faire! Check out Standard Meadery's creative offerings soon.