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    Plonk! Bistro & Wine Cellar

    4.1 (461 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Kathryn G.

    Danielle and Geoffrey did a fantastic job at making me feel welcome and they always filled up my water! They educated me with the wine and it wasn't too cold or loud which is enjoyed . the bathrooms are clean too!

    Oysters
    Jason S.

    We had the spare rib, oysters, and p. (Pear) pizza. First off, all the dishes were extremely flavorful. I'm not a cooked oyster fan, usually preferring them raw (and not from the gulf), but these were excellent. The pizza was rich. I'm a huge fan of pear in general, and even though this pizza had what I think was blue cheese, it was actually very tasty. It's tough to eat more than a couple slices because of how rich it was. Our friends got the spare rib because they were out of the ribeye . None-the-less, delicious. A couple of other things to note: The inside of the restaurant Vs the the outside are completely different vibes. With the inside feeling more dressy, and the outside more casual. So, you'll have your choice of experience. Also, I was pleasantly surprised with their beer selection. I believe they had 6 different taps. And they are from all over, not just local selection. There was a Stone, Scrimshaw, and Yellow Rose just to name a few. This can be a fun local spot to go have some yummy eats with your friends, or dress up and go on a date night inside.

    Tumbleweed Flatbread
    Nivia B.

    The food was absolutely AMAZING from start to finish. For the appetizers we tried the Brie & Garlic as well as the Stuffed Peppers with Pork and UGHHH love love love. The Cheese Grits?? OUT OF THIS WORLD as well. I had the Tumbleweed Flatbread as my main because we had so many different dishes to try between 5 of us and it did not disappoint either! I do give it 4 stars instead of five ONLY because the inside is a bit outdated and the environment is weirdly quiet for such a social establishment.

    Spanish Meat and Cheese Board
    Deborah N.

    Plonk! Was the greatest mid-week find for two gals looking to drink some wine over good conversation. The noise level was appropriate, the service was amazing, and the food was delicious! We ordered a bottle of Pinot Grigio, the Spanish meat + cheese, and the warm Gouda. Both shareable! I usually heed on places that are connected to a plaza, but Plonk is a great affordable place to get your drink and snacking on! The hospitality and service really makes me want to return and try a few other wines and food items! A few suggestions? -Expand your white wine list because we were told there was only one Pinot Grigio option. -highly recommend the warm Gouda but the Spanish meat and cheese, the pickled items made everything taste extra salty... -combine your menus :) for the two tops there's not a lot of space...

    Fire cracker pizza
    Jodie Q.

    Stopped by this place for a glass of wine with some friends on the 4th of July. It's located in a strip center and has a large outdoor patio area. The service was great and the food wasn't too bad either. They have a good selection of wine to choose from as well and they have lots of specials. Parking is decent and the ambiance is set for more of a night time setting inside. It was too hot and humid to sit outdoors but I'm sure on a nice night it's great.

    Great outdoor space!
    Barret L.

    Had dinner here tonight with family again. Gerald, our waiter, was fantastic and very helpful. Everyone loved their meal. I swear this is the best chicken pot pie in town!

    Shiver me timbers me hearties or ye'll walk the plonk!
    Fox E.

    If we were pirates, I think the owner here would make me walk the Plonk. That's a shame because I liked the ambiance of this place the only time we came in here. So here's the plonk and short of it. I always support local businesses, but I had kind of a bad experience with these guys, as what I can only assume to be the owner (although I didn't meet him a couple of weeks earlier when I actually came in here) saw me driving by, taking pix of all the businesses in the plaza (the ones I'd been to, and the ones I wanted to go to), since I hang out here all the time usually with Barbie's family (her brother in law brought me here). So the owner decided to jog about 500 feet after my car which by this time was at the gas station on the corner and about to turn onto the main road, yelling at me. He very threateningly bellowed into my passenger side window to ask what was I doing. And the funny thing about this is that it's the middle of coronavirus and everybody's supposed to be wearing a mask before interacting with strangers and he had no mask on and was leaning right into my car. It was f***ed up. I don't care about stuff like that but it was so out of line. He said he was concerned about me taking pictures in the plaza because businesses had been broken into. Yeah because this is what people do before they rob you, they take pix of your plaza because no photos of anything are available on google. He seemed like a hardcore loves-to-fight type, looking for a fight honestly. I handled it well, defused him, he called me a liar basically and then chilled out and moved on. And the funny thing is, if someone wants to rob his business they probably wouldn't be driving by during opening hours taking a picture of the business because I'm not sure what that would accomplish since Google has pictures of every inch of every property online already. It's just the mentality of someone is constantly looking for a fight. I've probably taking pictures of 10000 businesses inside and out literally, and I think it's the first time someone's aggressively called me out on it. And I spend all my time in Chinatown, Indiatown, Vietnamesetown, Montrose, The Heights, River Oaks and Spring Branch, and I've never had any issues with anything I do in those places, and on my first time taking pix for Yelp around here, I was called out and also was treated badly by at least 3 other business employees at different businesses in Oak Forest on the same day. My conclusion? I'm not welcome in Oak Forest or at this business. I also told him that the pictures were for my girlfriend (I didn't want to say Yelp because it'd freak him out, but Barbie looks at all my pix too and tells me which to delete and keep, so it was mostly true), and he acted like he didn't believe me. I think he backed down when he saw my muscles. Bye. So I was gonna give them 4 stars for my experience there, but it's -10 stars for how the owner behaved, and I think 2 stars is where I average it out to.

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    I love the food on this place also the ambience. The charcuterie of and wine was hreaty

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    Mutiny in the Heights

    Mutiny in the Heights

    4.1
    (114 reviews)
    4.3 mi

    My friend and I had the opportunity to dine at Mutiny in the Heights on their final night. We were…read moreable to snag a last minute reservation on the patio. When my friend made the reservation, she received an email encouraging customers to visit the tasting room before or after dinner. We showed up an hour early to visit the tasting room, however the host had no idea what we were talking about. Turns out they weren't doing tastings. Luckily, we didn't have to wait to be seated. We initially had a table that was not near a heat lamp, however an employee came over and let us know that we could switch to a table near the heat lamp which was appreciated because it was chilly. Our server was Laura. She was nice and funny. They had $25 flight specials. I went with the Sayanara Flight which had white wines. I really enjoyed them and they weren't too sweet. My friend had an NA wine which she enjoyed. We ordered the Truffle Fries and Meatballs. Both dishes were tasty. I enjoyed the aioli that came with the fries. They had discounted wines for purchase. Not all bottles were 50% off, however the gentleman that we spoke to went ahead and gave me a 50% discount on both the rosé and pinot grigio that I purchased which was so appreciated! It seems like there are quite a few businesses around town that are closing. I'm sad to see Mutiny go, but I'm glad my friend and I got to dine in on their final night.

    "Closing time, you don't have to go home But you can't stay…read morehere." - Semisonic I have lived in the loop for 5 years now, and I'm sad to say that I finally tried Mutiny on their last day. I often pass by it going through a shortcut to I-45 and sometimes going home around the area. It's literally a 5-minute drive. I booked reservations Friday since I saw they opened up the 31st on Resy. It wasn't earlier in the week, but I knew it was the last day, and my friend and I really wanted to try. I'm glad we made reservations because they were at capacity (150 person capacity) and weren't taking any walk ins. We got there early cause Resy suggested checking out the Tasting Room before or after the reservation time. We got there about an hour earlier, and the host said he didn't know anything about that except that the Tasting Room area was used for events. Interesting. We were seated earlier on the patio on this freezing evening. At first, we were at a table that didn't have a heat lamp, but when one freed up, they were so nice to suggest that we move closer to the heat lamp since they saw us shivering. Lol. We were thankful for that. I wore fleece lined jeans and brought gloves and a beanie anyway having been in the below freezing winter in London. Laura was our server and was kind and funny. So was this other guy who checked in every now and then. He made light of their last day situation. The dining area is so beautiful inside. I love the limestone-looking interior and chandeliers. Reminds me of Fredericksburg or something. They had many large groups and a few small groups of friends or couples dining on this last day. Way to go out with a bang. A lot of the wines were selling out or already sold out around 7-8 pm. We tried the truffle fries and Sicilian meatballs with focaccia bread. I like the thick cut of the fries and the black garlic aioli. It reminded me of yuca fries. The Sicilian meatballs were a bit small, peppery and salty. I wish the marinara was a little more tart. The focaccia helped cut through the saltiness. I had 2 glasses of the NA Sauvignon blanc which was light and a little tart. They ran out of the NA red blend. My friend ordered Sayonara, one of their farewell flights which were aptly named for "goodbye". It was a great night on the patio but chilly. My friend purchased a rosé and a Pinot Grigio as part of their Last Sail wines. Actually, the Pinot Grigio wasn't part of the sale, and he was going to take off 20%, but he also made it 50% off. So nice!! I'm glad we got to try them on their last day. Bon voyage, Mutiny.

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    Wide selection of boutique fine wines
    Wide selection of boutique fine wines
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    Padre's Wine

    Padre's Wine

    4.4
    (78 reviews)
    3.9 mi
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    Location: white oak, corner…read more Parking: Limited but also street parking Staff: very nice, welcoming Wait time: none, staff is right away attentive, you are to pick your own seat as they don't seat you. Seating: Both indoor and outdoor. Place feels very homey as you can share tables with others and couches are very comfy. Price: wines can be high, a $15 bottle can cost $45-$60. Overall average prices Drink: Good wine selection Food: cheeseboard was well prepared with multiple options. Overall great place to hang out. Clean and welcoming.

    Great date spot! I came here on a Thursday night with a…read morefriend and we ordered wine and hotdogs. What blew me away about this place was the ambiance. The place was dimly lit and there was a lot of seating, both indoor and outdoor. A lot of the seating inside was arranged as couches with low tables, which made for a very casual and relaxing vibe, while the overall atmosphere remained very classy. - Padre's Hotdog (4.5/5): I was told by my friend that this was the best hotdog ever so I had very high expectations and I wasn't disappointed. The bread was very buttery and nicely toasted. The frank itself was very juicy and I loved how the pico and mustard help cut through the fat. The thing that made this hotdog stand out was the cheese sauce. The cheese sauce was delicious and I could probably have just eaten that alone. One thing though, the hotdogs were a bit on the smaller size, you probably would have to order something else or a second hotdog if you were hungry. Would come back again just for this hotdog! Parking/Service: There was a small lot on the side of the building, but other than that you might have to street park in the neighborhood right next to it. The ordering system was a bit of a surprise for me. You have to walk in to the bar and order there.

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    The Library

    The Library

    4.3
    (98 reviews)
    4.4 mi

    Such a fun place to meet up with friends. We had a charcuterie board, flatbreads, and dessert…read more Everything was so good!

    I I patroned The Library recently, the date of the Artemis II launch actually and coincidentally. I…read morewas there for an intellectual after work space talk event on "What the Universe is Made Of." The ambience of The Library fits its name to a t. There are books abound, along the walls, in the bathroom, everywhere. I had a glass of Experience, a Californian Cabernet Sauvignon. It was a good pour, not too little or too much and the taste was deep, well balanced and smooth. Since the event took place around dinner time I also had a Fig and Speck flatbread. The fig, prosciutto and other toppings complimented each other well. The flatbread dough itself was ok but could've benefited from a little more flavor such as some garlic, butter and herbs. I also would've liked it a bit thinner so I could taste less of the bread and more of those delicious toppings. Don't get me wrong it was good and I ate all of it but these are small suggestions I'd recommend to bring it to perfection. I could see parking and seating being tricky. I was fortunate to snag a parking spot on the side of the building near the auto place and once inside I found a seat at a table with a lovely couple, another couple joined us soon after. Many of the guests who arrived later stood at first and then halfway through the event, made their way to the floor where they sat cross legged. All in all, The Library was a nice establishment and although a little out of my way, I'd return for another event or if I were in the area again.

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    Barcelona Wine Bar

    Barcelona Wine Bar

    4.4
    (290 reviews)
    6.2 mi

    We had such a wonderful Mother's Day experience at this wine bar! The atmosphere was beautiful, the…read morefood and wine were excellent, and the service truly stood out. Our server Bayla was awesome. She was so attentive, friendly, and welcoming throughout our visit. She really went above and beyond to make our celebration feel special and memorable. I got the charcuterie board and asked if they had any fruit. They normally don't include that in the board but Bayla went and asked the bar to slice up some apples for me. Talk about great service!!!

    Came here for my birthday dinner and everything was amazing. We had a reservation for 7:15 pm on a…read moreFriday and the place filled up after that. Our server was checking in on us very frequently and she explained the menu to us when we told her we hadn't been before. The manager on duty also had stopped by and introduced herself. They told us up front that tapas would be able to be out quickly with only up to a 10 minute wait but that larger plates could be up to a 45 minute wait. We ordered several tapas and one large plate half order. I don't know much about wine, personally, but the drinks we did get were amazing. The restaurant itself was very pretty as well, lots of natural lighting and then low lighting as the sun went down. The music was low and we were able to hear each other well, apart from one group across the room that would get rowdy but I can't blame them for having a good time. Our food was all delicious and I forgot to take pics of some of them because we devoured them so quickly. Not pictured, we ordered the grilled asparagus and focaccia. I highly recommend all of what we ordered.

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    Main dining room
    Octopus
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    Slowpokes

    Slowpokes

    4.4
    (422 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    My first time here, was looking for a good Chai tea and this spot didn't disappoint. Also ordered…read morespinach and cheese kolache, it was delish. Service was great, would definitely come back.

    I actually did not get to try anything here, and I do not plan to return…read more Before visiting, I specifically checked Google Maps because I had my dog with me. The listing for this exact location says "pets welcome," so I felt confident stopping by. However, as soon as I walked in, I was greeted by two customers fawning over my dog. Before any staff member greeted me or even acknowledged me as a customer, someone from behind the far counter told me that dogs were not allowed inside. I mentioned that their Google listing says pets are welcome, and the response was that it applies to a different location. That would be fine if it were clear, but the listing I checked had this location's address directly underneath "pets welcome." That is confusing and misleading. What made it more frustrating was the lack of hospitality. There was no greeting, no attempt to clarify kindly, no "We're sorry for the confusion," and no effort to offer a solution like helping me quickly order to go. It felt dismissive. Clear and accurate information matters. If pets are not welcome at this location, the listing should reflect that. I drove out of my way based on that detail, and it ended up being a waste of time and gas. Because of that experience, I chose not to patronize the this location but may try another location one day.

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    Crisp

    Crisp

    3.9
    (1.1k reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    Went with friends for a chill Saturday lunch !…read more Service‍ - chill and attentive staff What we ordered * shady acres + prosciutto * the goodfella burrata * tipsy calamri Overall the food was very solid! Vibe 6 /10 - has a family friendly patio outside! price $30 ish per person party of 4 people I give 6/10 04/25/26

    Nut allergy friendly: No issues with what we ordered after letting the waiter know. They initially…read moreremoved the fava beans from our cheese board but they gave it to us on the side after we asked about it. Fava beans aren't nuts! Parking: Tons of parking here surprisingly, both a paved lot and a pebble lot. We had a reservation for 3 at 7PM and were promptly seated at a booth after a small line of people. Order-to-Appetizer: 15 Minutes Order-to-Entrees: 30 MInutes For three people, we ordered: Dairymaid's Cheese Board (4/5): Comes with four cheeses, five small pieces of sourdough, honey-spritzed grapes, green Granny Smith apples, and fava beans. I wish they gave us more bread with the cheeses and preserves. The four cheeses provided were slices of a five-year aged Cheddar, Oveja Anejo, Tomarashi, and Gruyere. I enjoyed the Tomarashi the most. It is a bit pricey for what you get, but very sharable and a great starter. Shady Acres Pizza with prosciutto (3.5/5): I really don't like getting thin crust pizza that isn't crispy, and unfortunately this was a soggy thin crust pizza. The toppings themselves were very flavorful, and the end parts were crispy enough. 5 Cheese Calzone with chicken (3.5/5): Whew, five cheeses makes for a salty calzone. The side marinara sauce provides a good balance. It's very filling. Chicken might have been a good addition because prosciutto might have made it too salty. It was larger than expected which was nice for sharability. Service was kind of iffy. They were pretty rude with not providing us utensils and seeming almost angry that we asked for some for the cheese board. They mixed up our order (we asked for chicken on the pizza and prosciutto on the calzone and they flipped it) and seemed almost apologetically serving us afterwards. Overall, would recommend as a relaxed date spot at a reasonable price. I paid via inKind and applied referral credit with no issues. Would come back with inKind credit, probably not at full price.

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    Inside Bar
    Chef Ivis' French Toast and Mimosa
    Chef Ivis' French Toast and Mimosa
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