This location is great. They have a kitchen so your food choices are better than the other location…read more(which is also 5 stars). If you are still looking for your favorite wine then have one of the sommeliers help you. Go for a flight of wines which they will make special for you once they know what you like in wines. Service is always on point and the wine recommendations are always to my liking.

This place was packed when we visited on my birthday last weekend. I am surprised not to see more…read morereviews on the business page since we could tell how popular the place was despite it only being open for 7ish weeks. I almost inadvertently reviewed the Lutz location so it's possible others are overlooking the location difference. We did not take many pictures as doing so would have felt a little awkward with such a large crowd around, but I did take a picture of my receipt to recall what delightful wine I indulged in! I had the Hope Dies Last red blend while my date had the Red My Mind tasting flight for $28. The sommelier we had was super knowledgeable although it took quite a while to place our first order since the bar he was tending to was full. We didn't order any food since we were heading to dinner shortly after, but I definitely intend to return for a visit with friends in the near future!

Went there for the first time in a very long time - Caymus wine tasting. Overall, had a really…read morewonderful experience! First, everyone was so friendly. Next, the pours were generous for this type of a tasting and seconds were available if wanted. Also, the charcuterie platter was generous; cheeses perfectly paired for these wines and refilled as needed. The wines were very enjoyable, ready to drink now. Especially the Caymus Cabernet. And finally, the pricing for wine purchased at the tasting was truly unbeatable! We will be back!

For a classic sangria this is my favorite place in all of tampa because the owner has the recipe…read moredown to a mix and the way you can taste the cinnamon through the drink is lovely. Otherwise I don't really drink wine lol so I can't say too much-- but for what I had I like it here and ambiance is super cute & hospitality is always great!

Loved our evening at La Vid Fine Wines! Beautiful, bright and elegant space with just enough darker…read morecolors and touches to make it a perfect date night or group wine tasting spot. We stopped in on a Thursday evening without a reservation and were very pleased to find seating available at the bar. Victor, the owner, took care of our party himself. He's got a wealth of knowledge about the wines and products he stocks, so do not hesitate to ask him for a recommendation. Also, definitely DO ask him to serve up some of La Vid's house snacks, like their house Manchego cheese -- absolutely delicious! And then, of course, there's the wine and sundries selection. Some of the items we ended up buying: Lial Tempranillo from Ribera de Duero; canned polpo gallego (Galician style octopus); Fermin brand 100% Iberico de bellota (acorn-fed) lomo (pork loin), jamon (ham), salchicion (salame-style pork sausage), and dry cured chorizo sausage, along with a jar of the house Manchego I mentioned earlier. As you can imagine, it was not an inexpensive visit, but it was definitely an enjoyable one. We don't get out to Carrollwood very often at all, but La Vid Fine Wines may just change that.

We came in this spot looking for a good glass wine, but were met with a really arrogant &…read moreunfriendly bartender/server. He was confrontational & unpleasant. Made the entire experience so awkward & uncomfortable with a matter of fact knowing it all attitude. The wine was great & as a Spaniard I loved the selections, it was nostalgic of our visit to the Spanish vineyards. Unfortunately the vibe & hostility from the bartender that night completely turned us off. I don't think we will be visiting this establishment again.

Cepas has great happy hour and a cool sultry romantic atmosphere. The service is quick and…read moreresponsive and always on top of my water which is great since I can't drink right now I appreciated our server not having an issue with me opting out of drinks despite being at a wine bar. The tapas are thoughtfully curated with Mediterranean and Spanish vibes. The tuna salad was unique. Reminded me of a potato salad my mom used to make with peas in it. The short rib empanadas were crispy on the outside and meaty inside.

Will I say Spanish food is my go to cuisine? No, but Cepas always keeps it fresh with rotating…read moreplates and something new I have never tried before. I always look forward to trying a couple new tapas on the happy hour menu along with a couple drinks for the wife and I. Worthy of 4 stars Service is typically very accommodating and helpful. However the last time me and my family went there was a bit of a letdown. First of all it was 8 of us so they sat us at the first table when you walk in on the right. Things were going well, however after the first 10-15 minutes we realized everyone was freezing! There was a vent pushing air non stop on us and it was not enjoyable. Towards the end we had to actively leave to go outside to warm up. You may ask, did you inquire with the team to assist to see about turning the air down? We sure did, the host working that day (May 2nd evening time) said there is nothing we can do, we can't move you now that you've sat down and that they typically tell people to bring a jacket if they plan on sitting them there. Well great! Problem solved, we appreciate absolutely no heads up and now we are not enjoying our time. There was also an event going on the patio, to which they had all left and lingering outside/parking lot area, we inquired again with the host to see if we could go on the patio for the remainder of our drinks. She also said no, as there was still some time left on that parties reservation (even though no one was there). All in all, horrible host, and I won't be back with a large family after spending $400+ with the potential risk of sitting and freezing our a$$ off. However will continue to support local business with my wife and I.

This is a very nice wine bar with a ton of options. The owners are friendly and helpful and can…read moremake suggestions based on what you like. They serve you quickly and you never have to wait to order more. Although this is a very enjoyable wine bar, it is a little too upscale & pricey for the area. There are no flights, specials, or happy hours, so I don't go nearly as often as I'd like. I really wish they had some kind of specials so I could enjoy it more often. It seems like a place that would be in south tampa or downtown, but being in Lutz it would be nice if was more affordable for locals. It also lacks the fun and charisma that used to be there under the previous owners. Tastings, classes, events like trivia night, or weekly specials would really make this bar feel more lively & welcoming.

Wine, snacks, apps, friendly people. What's not to love?…read more Louie's Wine Bar is a sweet little stop on Van Dyke Road, in the same plaza as Nabruzzi Trattoria. The restaurant can get crazy busy, so parking can be wonky, but thankfully, there is a back parking lot and a back entrance to Louie's Wine bar. In huge latters above the back door it says WINE BAR. You can't miss it. In fact, I think I prefer to park out back, because the spots in the front lot are so tight. Anyway, come on in, sit at the bar, or in a comfy chair or at a high top, nobody minds. Coralee, Robert or Lee will greet you warmly, and get you a glass of water while you peruse the extensive wine menu. They offer a huge variety of whites, rose's , bubbles and red wines by the glass, by the bottle and some even by the half bottle. Pick your poison. If you are having trouble deciding, they will pour you a taste to compare to help you make your best decision. They also have a small but thorough food selection. Flatbreads, boards and snacks to satisfy your hunger no matter the level. I find this Wine bar a lovely addition to the neighborhood, a great place to unwind and hang out with old friends and make some new ones as well.

An Italian spin on Cooper's Hawk? Yes, please!…read more The moment the sign went up on this building during construction, I eagerly anticipated this place because I knew it was owned by Cooper's Hawk. We're wine club members, and always enjoy our meals at their location near International Plaza, so the idea of having a Piccolo Buco opening up closer to us in Carrollwood was quite exciting! Let's start at the beginning. My husband and I were fortunate enough to visit Piccolo Buco for their soft opening preview event before they opened to the public, so we were able to try some of their items at no charge. We were limited to ordering from specific menus so their kitchen could get used to making a variety of dishes. Unfortunately for us, our menus were pretty much limited to pizza, pizza, and more pizza. Don't get me wrong, the pizzas were tasty... but since we could each order an appetizer and an entree, and the pizzas were in both of those sections, we didn't actually have a ton of choice. But you can't really complain about free food, so we had a lot of leftovers. During that meal, we had the yellow tomato bisque, the classic margherita pizza (with red tomato sauce), the charred pepperoni pizza (with red tomato sauce), and spicy pepperoni (with yellow tomato sauce). It was a little comical to see three pizzas on our table for two. And while these may LOOK like personal pizzas, don't let that fool you... these are filling. The pizzas were tasty, though I will say the yellow tomato sauce is a bit bland for a pizza. I'd recommend sticking to the red sauce, personally. However, the yellow tomato bisque was fantastic! A bit after they opened to the public, I returned on my own for lunch one day, and got to try their meatball sandwich, which comes with your choice of side (I chose the Caesar salad). FYI, their sandwiches are a lunch-only item, so they're only served until 3:30 pm. Both the sandwich and salad were pretty good, though I'd probably try the chicken parm sandwich next time. Most recently, my husband and I came here for a midday lunch, and split a lunch-only salad (I wish I could remember the name, but it had mixed greens, a vinaigrette dressing, croutons, shaved cheese, kalamata olives, red onion, mozzarella, and a pesto drizzle). This salad was phenomenal! We couldn't stop raving about it... that is, of course, until our entree arrived: the truffle fondue cappellacci. You guys, this honestly might be the best pasta I've ever eaten. My mouth is watering just remembering this dish. It's a cheese-stuffed pasta with black truffle brown butter, aged balsamic, toasted pistachios, and a light honey drizzle. We practically licked the plate clean. How much did we like that pasta? Enough to come back for dinner the very next day and order it again. This time, we split the cappellacci and the braised short ribs. Now, my go-to dish at Cooper's Hawk is the short rib, so I was interested to compare them. I think the flavoring of the Piccolo Buco version is better; however, I didn't love the polenta it's served with, whereas it comes with mashed potatoes at Cooper's Hawk. That being said, Piccolo Buco's salmon is served with roasted Yukon gold potatoes, so I might ask if I could swap the sides on my next visit. For dessert, we've tried both the chocolate hazelnut cake (I'm a sucker for anything Nutella-adjacent) and the crostada (this is always on the dessert menu, but the fruit it's served with is seasonal... as I write this, it's peach and blueberry, but when I visited, it was brown butter apple and chestnut). Both of these desserts are quite good, but the crostada is easily the better of the two. I'm hoping I can try the peach and blueberry version, because that sounds lovely! Oh, and just as Cooper's Hawk has their barrel reserve wine, Piccolo Buco has their Buca Riserva, a Super Tuscan-style blend. It's delicious, and you can always ask for a sample of any of their wines before you commit.

Was anxiously awaiting the opening of this restaurant. As they are associated with Coopers Hawk,…read morewas expecting excellent food and service. I have driven by a few time and always looks busy, so thought it would be good. Unfortunately, I was very disappointed with the food. Sat at the bar and ordered one of the house old fashions, which was excellent. Since they are promoting their pizza so much, I thought it would be good as well. I was wrong. Ordered a Fungo pizza, one of the standards on the menu, which had wild mushrooms, black garlic, Parmesan fonduta, basil, and white truffle oil. Sounded great, but I got a pizza with 2 inches of crust and a tiny bit of toppings. (see pic) Taste was good but it was mostly dough. For the price of $18, I was extremely disappointed. My wife ordered the Calabrian Chili Shrimp Pasta and it was also disappointing. $25 for a small plate of undercooked boxed pasta with 6 med shrimp was not a good value. In addition, the time to get our food was longer than expected. I know the restaurant recently opened, but being a Coopers Hawk restaurant, they should have their act together. Low value, long wait times and mediocre food prevent me recommending this restaurant. Hopefully they work out the bugs soon. However, I do recommend going to the bar for an excellent cocktail.

Come here on Friday night to have a drink and a bite after dinner…read more We sat outside, it was beautiful and peaceful. Indoor seating was pleasant as well. Waitress was amazing, super friendly and attentive. They have a large selection of wines and also they have some beers. They also have a decent selection of bites. We had some hummus. Food and drinks were great. They also have some type of membership you can sign up for.

This place is amazing. Truly, a gem. Some of the best wines you'll have. Highly recommend!read more

Nice restaurant with good service for the most part. Our server was very good, managers come to…read moreeach table to ensure all is going well. Food starting with TASTY House Garlic Rolls to the House Salad come with all entrees. Crispy Calamari that was tender inside. The Veal Marsala was tasty, also tried some other dishes such as Chicken Cutlets, plus Group & Shrimp Franchese. Upgraded from a side of Spaghetti to add Diablo Sauce. All were good. Followed by a Tiramisu to go that was apparently made in house and was good. Good lightening and a clean nice place.

It's hard to believe this was our first visit to Esposito's Italian Restaurant. My wife and I…read moreconsider ourselves foodies, and when it comes to Italian cuisine, we have high standards. My wife is first-generation Italian and travels to Italy weekly as a language speaker with Delta Airlines, and I've been fortunate enough to tag along on occasion. Together, we've experienced some truly outstanding Italian food. We arrived at 6:00 p.m. and were warmly greeted by one of the owners. Our server, Chris, was attentive, professional, and personable throughout the evening, despite the restaurant being quite busy. From the moment we sat down until the end of our meal, everything was flawlessly executed. The timing of the appetizers, salads, and entrées was perfect. Thank you Chris. We started with bread from heaven. I mean heaven. Then we tried the artichoke hearts and a dish of mussels in white wine. Both were absolutely outstanding. Next came the salads. Three house salads were served family-style on a large platter, while I opted for the Caesar salad. Both were fresh, delicious, and generously portioned. For our entrées, we enjoyed the Eggplant Parmesan, Veal Piccata, and Rigatoni with Sausage and Peppers. Every dish was exceptional. The eggplant was among the best I've had, the veal piccata was perfectly prepared, and the rigatoni was packed with flavor. By the end of the meal, we were completely stuffed and couldn't even consider ordering dessert. However, since it was our first visit, Chris surprised us with four mini cannoli's to sample one of their most popular desserts. They were the perfect ending to a fantastic meal. This restaurant has earned several return visits from us. Our experience showed us that Esposito's is a true Carrollwood gem--a well-run restaurant with excellent food, outstanding service, and owners who clearly know what they're doing. Highly recommended.

This is your neighborhood hangout. Good Italian eats. And…read morecared for by a fun staff. They have daily drink specials and quality Italian cuisine.

The cannoli and marinara are straight-up excellent: flawless ricotta, perfect shells, and a sauce…read moreso good it deserves to be at a different restaurant entirely. Everything else was an insult to Italian grandmothers everywhere. Calamari: pale and greasy. Eggplant parm: a soggy, leathery brick suffocating under congealed, plastic-tasting cheese. Pesto pasta: radioactive green sludge floating in a kiddie pool of rancid oil. I've had better Italian food from a gas station hot case. Service was eye-rolling slow. Verdict: Walk in, demand cannoli and a cup of marinara to go, pay, and flee before they ruin your night.

Went on a Sunday evening. Super cute atmosphere. GREAT barstools for short girlies as they are…read moreheight adjustable (huge perk for me). The bartenders were friendly and attentive and continuously checked on us even when it got a little busy around 10pm. Supposedly you can park in the bakery next door but was nervous and parked on a side street.

I love coming here! Whenever they have a DJ it gets really packed and the ambience is really fun…read more The Bartenders make the best drinks and they're always so personable!