Don't let wine tasting intimidate you . Mark will talk you up , and , is quite knowledgeable on all…read morethings wine . Particularly , french syrah and grenache . Generous with the wine . And , being Frenchy vibes , I had the Duck a l'orange . "Tres Bien " . Wine club . Tastings . Sunday brats . Nice to have a wine bar close to my stomping grounds . Kids and dogs welcome . It's a lotta fun .

A great place to convene with friends for good food and good wine. My friends and I stopped by for…read moresome yummy wine and tasty eats. Super friendly owners and a charming space!

After a dozen recommendations to Backcountry Wines, we visited for a quick glass. Jack, the owner…read morecame over and sat down at our table. The friendliest gentleman. He explained how he learns the styles you prefer, and chooses a wine he thinks you will like. Then we ordered a flight curated by Jack. All of the wines are local, and absolutely delicious. The vibe is super chill and very welcoming, especially for a wine bar. I highly recommend Backcountry Wines.

The owner here is a humble expert on wine. He knows not just Oregon wine but is an expert in all…read morethings wine. He is funny and interesting and made the entire wine tasting experience the best ever. Go here and have a fun, informative time!

Charming wine bar on NW Raleigh right off NW 23rd. The stone exterior is adorned with greenery and…read morepurple party lights with lots of bistro tables and chairs for nice weather. Inside is dark and cozy, perfect for a rainy afternoon or evening. My only complaint is there is a lot of wood and all the hard surfaces don't reflect noise so it's sometimes challenging to hear. They have a wonderful assortment of wines and not all local. For me, that's a good thing. Yes I love a Willamette Valley Pinot or a Washington Cabernet, but I get a lot of those when I'm visiting these areas, which I do frequently. At Muse you can enjoy a red from France, Spain, Italy, as well as local. Lots of whites and some bubbles, too. You can do a tasting of three half glass pours of your choice, or order a glass. Some nights they have tastings that they have preselected. Last night, based on Alex's recommendation, after telling him my preferences, I had the 2021 Crozes-Hermitage from Paris. It was a bigger red, but so smooth. Next I went with the Rioja Gran Reserva which was more fruit forward. Another winner. Their cheese and jam plates are fabulous, the cheese especially delicious, and pair perfectly with the wines. Have a feeling I'll be back frequently to this charming neighborhood wine since my friend works out next door, so it's a perfect meeting spot.

Wine was subaverage and service was worse. Server was borderline rude, not helpful at all…read moreespecially when the wine descriptions are very vague for non- expert wine enthusiasts.

Adorable and moody underground wine bar, serving unique varietal. Plenty options for glasses and…read morebottles. The Mystery Pours were fun! Bartenders were friendly and very knowledgable as well. Great for an intimate and relaxing setting.

If you like wine, this place is a must go! It's underground and quite cool, literally and…read morefiguratively. A great spot to stop on hot day walking down Alberta. There is also an upstairs patio, too! They have a nice selection of wines you might not get to try at other places. Of course, you can get a bottle or try individual glasses. I was told the owners have two brands on the menu, Ovum being one of them. We loved all the wines we tried. You can also order one of their grilled cheese sandwiches, which look delicious! They have unique ingredients and even some meat options. I can't wait to try one! The Marcona skin on almonds are phenomenal and worth it. A classy place all the way to the bathroom experience with the real hand towels! Love this! Nate was an exceptional Bartender walking us through the menu and our choices. We will be back for more.

Absolutely love this place. By morning, a great low key coffee house with amazing coffee drinks,…read moredelicious breakfast sandwiches and a great vibe. By night, a cozy wine bar that often does events like jazz concerts, with a knowledgeable and enthusiastic staff that gives great recommendations. And overall, it's an inclusive, progressive business that I'm proud to support.

Fantastic wine bar! Great selection, lovely interior, and the staff were super helpful…read more We got the build-your-own wine flights for the great price of $20 each, with an awesome cheese and charcuterie board. I tried the Domaine Colin Pinot d'Aunis blend, Cantina del Pino Barbera d'Asti, and Viña Olabarri Crianza Rioja Tempranillo. Everything was fantastic, the Rioja was one of the best I've tried so far. All of the three wines had a medium body with a good bit of tartness/acidity with a smooth finish, but each with some different unique notes. I would definitely buy bottles of all of them. Would definitely come back to this place and recommend to anyone looking for a good wine bar in the area!

We were lucky while street parking for a visit to Botto's BBQ. Someone in our group spotted The…read morePlace, and did a bit of research, which led to a visit a week later. The gentleman behind the counter was friendly and helpful - being generous with samples, and getting everyone a full serving of their chosen cider. There is outdoor seating, comfy lounge seating just inside the entry door, and tables further back in the space. A mixture of painted flora on the walls, and potted plants spilling down alongside made for a comfortable, welcoming space to enjoy the cider as well as each others' company. At the back of the space, shelves and refrigerated cases hold a wide variety of bottled and canned ciders, so The Place is not only a nice gathering spot, but it's also a great spot to stock your fridge.

Loved the vibes. Laid back spot with great ambiance and selection of ciders. The owner David…read moresuggested a few great ones and was generous with samples. Especially enjoyed the cozy book nook. Solid place to chill with friends or hang solo with a good book.

Fantastic food, wine, and service! Highly recommend. The smoked fish and homemade seeded crackers…read morewere amazing.

Amazing food, wine, and vibes. Will definitely be paying a visit to their winery in Corvallis!read more

My partner and I stopped in for happy hour over the weekend, and loved the vibe of this place! We…read morewere confused at first because the door was locked, but it turns out they keep it that way when it isn't super busy, and we just had to enter through the restaurant next door instead. We were seated immediately, and our server (a young woman with glasses) was exceptional. She was super friendly, joked with us, and checked on us frequently, even though she was also working tables in the restaurant. When we asked to change the music, she was happy to oblige. The bar itself is cozy (one of the smallest in the United States!) but comfortable. It was pretty cold when we went and I don't think they had heating on, but otherwise I had no complaints. I ordered a glass of their seasonal sangria and a glass of the pinot gris. Bpth were nicely chilled and refreshing. We also ordered their samosas, which are absolutely excellent. I was pleased to see that almost everything on the menu is vegetarian-- I'll have to come back and sample some more!

On our last day of our trip in Portland ... we took for a hike and stumbled upon this little gem…read morewith a living wall and a little enclave seating with a view of the outdoor sidewalk seating. Good wine selection and is perfect for a date or some catch time with your friends. It amplifies the vibe of people who truly click and have a great time together. It's casual and laid back but can also be a very cozy and romantic scene too. It's small. It's trendy yet not too hipster or try too hard trendy. It's perfect!