Great decor - large, open space, with very light furniture. There are quite a few places to sit outside, if you want to ask the host(ess) for a place out there. There's an S-shaped bar along the right side as you walk in with a few smaller tables scattered to the left and ahead, but if you walk around the plantings, there are larger tables in the rear. We had reserved a place for eight, and they fit us in with plenty of room around as a buffer. Few other parties joined us back there, so it was very quiet and great for friends catching up. We tried several wines, but I was a bit shock ed that the list wasn't longer: three reds, three whites, a few rosés and sparkling offerings was all there were. The only Italian red was a blend, which was ok. 60% Sangiovese, it was ok, but I'd have loved a bold Tuscan red like a Montepulciano d'Abruzzo or a full-on Sangiovese. I ordered the wild mushroom flatbread and the pasta carbonara. the flatbread was delicious, and very filling. Half went home for a lunch treat the next day! The pasta was ok, but there weren't the flavors I was expecting. Hardly any meat was in the dish, and it was just a kinda "ok" creamy pasta dish. But the service and the atmosphere was amazing! It's funny - many in this group have met since and we always remark how other places have such a larger wine selection than this one that has "wine" in the name. Maybe they need to change the name if they aren't going to have a wider selection. Still a fun place, just done expect a lot of selection. read more

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While in the area I decided to stop in prior to attending a showing of the Broadway play The Wiz nearby at DPAC. A friend purchased a Gift Card for me years ago after learning that I enjoyed my experience at a wine tasting & small bites event at their sister location in Downtown Raleigh. That location has since then closed and I had not gotten around to visiting. Upon arrival I sat at the bar and was kindly greeted. The bartender shared with me my options for redeeming my Gift Card. I decided to have a wine flight and small bites before heading to DPAC. I chose the Charles Gonnet French White wine. The wine is made with Jacquere grapes grown organically in clay and limestone soil. It is medium-bodied and dry with melon rind, green almond, and pear notes. Very nice. I also chose the Brooks Rose . This rosé wine is made with Pinot Noir grapes from Willamette Valley. Lastly, I had a Greek white wine called Tethalassomenos. A famous wine of ancient Kos (4th century BC). In ancient times wine was diluted with water before consumption (krasi). However, the Ismiotes (Municipality of Kos who lived in Kefalos in the present Greek region) diluted it with sea water. Each chosen paired perfectly with my appetizer or choice, the Burrata Crostini. This was topped with sprouts(micro greens) and Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Delicious! Service was friendly and attentive. I really enjoyed winding down here prior to attending the show. I highly recommend this as a nice place to enjoy prior to or after a show in the area. read more

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I recently went to The Wine Feed in Durham and had such a great time. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. I love that they offer wine in multiple ways: there's a retail section for bottles, a wine bar, and a full restaurant. It really gives guests a lot of variety, no matter what kind of experience you're looking for. For appetizers, we ordered the Wagyu Beef Sliders and the Crispy Brussels Sprouts, and both were absolutely amazing. Everything was packed with flavor. If I had planned to drink more wine, I definitely would've tried the Cheese and Charcuterie Board because I saw one at the table next to us and it looked incredible. There were four of us at the table, and we each tried different entrées. One person ordered the Crab Risotto, which was full of flavor and had a nice kick of spice. Another ordered the Sweet Corn Carbonara--the sweet corn cream sauce was phenomenal and the fettuccine was cooked perfectly al dente. Someone else got the New York Shrimp with a seasonal arugula salad and balsamic demi-glaze. It was seasoned to perfection and didn't need any sauce. I had the North Carolina Catch Special, which that night was shrimp and scallops served over a bed of vegetables. It was absolutely delicious. The menu is on the smaller side, but everything we tried was bursting with flavor. The service was phenomenal--the staff was friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. The only small downside was that they had run out of straws, which I personally like when I'm drinking, but it was hardly a dealbreaker. Overall, The Wine Feed delivered on all fronts: atmosphere, food, wine, and service. I'll definitely be back. read more

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I've been here numerous times, and each visit is truly an enjoyable experience. Erin and the entire staff are incredibly helpful in guiding me to the perfect wine, whether I'm pairing it with a meal at home or just enjoying a glass at the bar. The food menu is also fantastic; I highly recommend their pasta, which I believe is made in-house. I'll definitely be back soon! read more

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A cute and quaint wine bar with a varied selection and a tasty food menu. We had the Brussels which has a good sweet chile glaze, shrimp risotto, and chicken florentine flatbread. We also both ordered the $15 wine flight which had significant pours. I would return here to try their brunch. read more

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My husband and I stopped at The Wine Feed to pick up some wine that they special ordered for us and we decided to stay for date night. It was amazing! I feel bad that we hadn't been in such a long time. We shared a flight of reds and then each ordered a glass of our favorite one. We shared an absolutely delicious brussel sprout appetizer and each had our own entrees. I love the ambiance in there and the service was excellent. We will definitely go back for future date nights. read more

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Most reliable place to grab a great wine and some of the best dishes in durham. I'm so excited that they're bringing brunch to their offerings too! This is one of the staples that makes durham dining and culture so special. read more

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Love it here! The wine selection is fantastic and the food is phenomenal. Also, everyone is so helpful when trying to pick out a wine.

Service was good fun little space. Food was good but not overwhelming. Wine flight was fun.

This place is a hidden gem. The wine is fantastic, but the food is the star. Everything we have had (and it's a lot) has been so great, from brunch to gnocchi to wagu sliders...all incredible. You will not regret your visit! read more

We love The Wine Feed and enjoy going there often. The food and wine are delicious, the staff are friendly and accommodating, and it's a quiet, relaxing atmosphere which is definitely my preference. Erin, the Manager, is very personable and helpful. Nothing but positive things to say. Try it! read more

We had come here just for wine when they first opened but recently came back after seeing in their email that they were offering mimosa specials. Staff were very friendly and we had the munchies so we ordered a mushroom flatbread. The food is surprisingly good for a place mainly known as a wine bar. We saw on their emails that they also occasionally have special themed dinners paired with wines, so we'll have to try that some day. We stopped in on another night when they were offering free wine tastings from one of their suppliers. read more

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I came in here for a fun and chill Saturday just floating around Durham. I absolutely loved how knowledgeable Ashley was when helping me and a friend pick wines for our tasting. They have a great selection of wines from places you wouldn't expect all over the world. The food and the menu are awesome. I'm still not over the vegan butter. So good. Will return. read more

First time in! Great options for seating both inside and outdoor. You can sit at the open bar or at a cozy table. The wine list is very descriptive and enjoyable. We ate the truffle pizza and the wagyu pasta, delicious. Felt like a secret spot that more people should visit! Service was great, servers were attentive and inviting. Will be back read more

The service was nice - we didn't have to ask much about the wines because all the descriptions were on the menu. Unfortunately, there weren't many options. We want to go back one day for the food because it looked and smelled good (we didn't know they had so many options). It honestly seemed more like a restaurant than a wine bar so we'll go back eventually to try the food. read more

Hidden gem! Food was incredible, and service was top notch. Very impressed. We will be back.

Horrible experience! We went in around 8 on a Friday night. Not a sole in the restaurant. There were six of us hungry and thirsty and ready to drop some cash. The "hostess" looked at us with absolute scorn and begrudgingly offered us a menu saying "our kitchen closes in 20 minutes". We rush to order food and one drink. Two of our friends join us and she tells them they can't order, kitchen closed. Mind you there is no one else on the restaurant (which I now get). Then we try to order a second glass of wine and a first one for our friends ( this is what they are selling-correct?) and she says she can't serve us anymore. She implied that we were too drunk!!! On one glass of wine? She definitely wanted us to leave. We seemed to be an imposition on the establishment. We were really looking forward to this place being our new go-to. It couldn't have been more disappointing! read more

Amazing amazing amazing!!! The service was awesome, our waitress was super nice and attentive. The food was top notch. And I found my favorite red there so I highly recommend their wine flight. We've been back 3 times within a month read more

Always a great space to return to! Chef is fantastic and the wine is always flowing and paired in a way that is sublime. read more

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Well geesh, I've only been here 30 or 40 times, seems about time for a review?! Given I've been a longtime customer and fan of the original Raleigh Wine Feed, it only would make sense that I would be a fan of Wine Feed #2 in Durham! It feels like the original Wine Feed but with a much larger space and back-lounge with decorative fireplace. They've also got a larger menu of small snacks and plates for those who want to hang out a bit, expect more on that food menu, soon! But what makes the Wine Feed, the Wine Feed is the laid-back staff! Knowledgeable, personable and helpful, the Phils and Brianna make sure that you get some great wine without any of the wine snobbery you can often run into. The bottles here are in the affordable $15 to $30 range and they make an effort to offer up more unusual varietals that you might not normally try. The crowd at Wine Feed Durham is mostly the 25 to 45 range, a mix of young professionals and those in the know. And with its convenient location right off of S. Roxboro Street, it's a quick stop for me when I head into downtown Durham. So stop on by, relax with a good glass and enjoy some conversation at the Wine Feed Durham! They'll also soon be adding a new patio area as a bonus, suh-weet! read more

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Such good food! I never understand why it's not packed. We had amazing crispy Brussels sprouts that melted in your mouth, great flatbread, crostini with burrata and an excellent salad. And fabulous wine! read more

I co-hosted a college alumni event here, and everyone seemed to enjoy gathering on the Wine Feed patio. The staff was helpful and nice, and we enjoyed the food and wine. I'd definitely recommend it. read more

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Thanks for the great port wine recommendation! I loved the sweetest of the wine, perfect after dinner sip!

What an amazing find right across from the apartment. The food was phenomenal and the atmosphere was very laid back. I highly recommend the charcuterie gnocchi. We will definitely be back. read more

Great place to relax and enjoy a vast variety of . Located in the heart of downtown Durham you will not be disappointed with the selection and overall hospitality. read more

Came in a couple of hours before close and learned that they close the kitchen at 10pm so we got in just in time for some small bites. We ordered the cheese board which crane with 7 local cheeses along with nuts, fruit, honey and amazing toasted focaccia. The honey and dig and added the perfect amount of sweetness to the cheeses. The employees were all very informed and gave great suggestions. We enjoyed some of the Lambrusco wines and the sangria. The wine is a variety of prices many great options but the glass. Also themes flights that sounded amazing but decided to go with glass options. read more

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Went here today for the Rose Fest event. Mass chaos!! There was no direction and a LOT of people in a smallish site for this type of venue. You went from Vendor to vendor trying different Roses (there were a LOT) but as there were so many people and no order you couldnt learn about the wine. This was a shame as there were some memorable wines. Why the higher rating if this was such chaos? The wine bar. When they aren't stacked to the Nines this would be the cutest place to come have a nice relaxing glass of wine!! They had a very eclectic selection which included my current fav white, a Picpoul. There is a cute lounge area to just snuggle in to when cold weather comes and a nice red. Seriously....it was a little difficult to find, mass chaos for the event but totally worth the trip! read more

I went to the Wine Feed for a tour through Italy wine tasting---for $20, we were able to sample several wines from each region, along with food pairings for each table with the wines. The food was very good and so was the wine! I enjoyed hearing about the history behind the wines, too. The wine experts were very knowledgeable and were good at helping us find wines that suited our individual tastes. I really liked that they had a bar, as well, along with food that you could order. The staff is very accommodating and ready to answer all questions. Also liked that although it is located near downtown, it had its own parking area. read more

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Loved our time at the Wind Feed. We came for the free Wine Wednesday tasting and then shared a couple of flights. Knowledgeable and friendly staff and great selection. We had the cheese and meat tray with olives. So good! I would make one suggestion.....SIGNS!!! They've been open since May and I've been next door to the cidery an never knew they were there! Nothing draws attention to the entrance. Needs more pizazz. And the menu needs to ABV of the wines. read more

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Bottom line: This downtown Durham location of The Wine Feed is just as awesome as their Raleigh location, and there is more space to fill in what they do best...sell, serve, and impart knowledge on wines. The garage vibe is good here, I like it. Another five stars for The Wine Feed! The Deets: Quite by surprise in trying to head to Bull City Ciderworks this past weekend, we came up to the new location grand opening of The Wine Feed in downtown Durham. I've been to their original downtown Raleigh location and love it, and this location does not disappoint either. In fact, it's a huge massive space compared to their Raleigh location. It's kind of a garage feel and I am digging it. There's a nice long bar to the right of the space to buy/enjoy a glass of your choice, a great wine shop in the middle of it, and to the left appears to be an evolving type of events space. As with their original spot, these guys offer great wines for any occasion and for every taste. Plus, the staff is incredibly knowledgeable and happy to impart that knowledge to you when asked for or needed. They had a sparkling wine tasting to celebrate their official grand opening and all were great but unique, with staff careful to explain the background and importance of each tried. This type of service as well as selection make these guys stand out. I feel the same way about the Durham location of The Wine Feed as I do with the Raleigh one...five stars! read more

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Great wine selection and helpful employees! Wine Feed has a bar, an organized retail area, and a spot for live music. I primarily walked around the retail area to select a bottle of wine to purchase. The wines in one section are organized by country and in another section they are organized by what foods they pair well with. I especially enjoyed this section and I selected a wine that pairs well with burgers and pizza. As I was walking around the store, an employee came over, provided suggestions, and helped me select a wine. Overall, it was well organized and clean, and there were many options to try/purchase. read more

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Super cute place. I went to the opening last Friday and enjoyed the free wine and cheese tasting in store. There's a wide variety of wines to choose from and a nice bar if you're just looking for a drink or a small bite. Cozy area and staff is very welcoming. Location is also great so if you're just passing through downtown durham, I'd recommend checking it out! read more

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I'm incredibly impressed with The Wine Feed in Downtown Durham. They have such a great array of wine and I visited and sipped pre-covid but the experience that really blew it out of the water for me was recently when we were out of wine and wanted some last minute. I checked out The Wine Feed on a whim and it turned out not only did they stock one of my favorite wines but they made a recommendation that is now my absolute favorite wine ever hands down! I decided to ask for a recommendation on a Reisling. The person who was helping me (Chelsea) asked a list of great questions including what price point I was comfortable staying within. She admitted to me she wasn't as comfortable making a recommendation on Reisling so she asked another co-worker (I really appreciate her admitting that and going to someone who had the best knowledge, not everyone would do that) they came back with a recommendation of the 2014 Johannisberger Klaus Spätlese so we bought 1 bottle not expecting miracles as usually wine recommendations we've received previously at other places haven't been great but boy did we regret not getting more! This is the best wine and wine recommendation we've ever received! It's like drinking a crisp nectarine or some similar fruit! It's the most unique wine I've ever tasted. My husband, who doesn't even like wine has been pouring it for himself! Thank you so much you have a customer for life! read more

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Delicious wine, laid back atmosphere, close parking, and attentive staff. What more could you ask for? I enjoyed my first visit to The Wine Feed and will definitely go back. I had the wine flight which allows you to choose 3 of their wines from the menu (2oz of each). I also ordered the meat and cheese charcuterie which was very flavorful. I will be back soon! read more

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My friends and I went to The Wine Feed during its opening week. I really like how large the space is! There's a lot of parking around the venue and it has a wide selection of wine. I got the merlot and it was a nice flavor and not too bold of flavors. We also received some trays of food and the spread is exactly what you need when you are drinking delicious wine. The only feedback I have for them is providing more seats and more light fixtures. Granted, I visited the place when it firs opened. If you want excellent service, good wine and a lot of space, go here! read more

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I know what you're thinking: Surprise! Erica is reviewing another drinking establishment. But what you don't know is that they have an AMAZING menu of foods as well! My personal favorites are always cheese plates, but they've got a pretty epic crab cake (and I spent 6 years in New England) and other great options as well! I don't think I've repeated a wine yet, and it's right by work, so I visit *frequently.* Bartenders are super sweet and very excited to help you find whatever the perfect wine for you in that moment is! If you're part of their Wine Club, you get discounts as well. I'm looking forward to trying some of their classes and pairing events--who knew wine paired so well with BBQ?! The space is nice and open with some more intimate soft seating, traditional bar seats, and a really chill patio area that they've separated from the parking lot with a nice wooden privacy enclosure. The outside is dog-friendly, too! And don't get me started on the alcoholic ice cream they sell... :) read more

Amazing food! Chef Adam made our experience worth it. Everything was well balanced and properly seasoned. Protions are very healthy!! I ordered hungry and needed to be rolled out of the bar. The wine selection is very diverse but the prices are very affordable. Was only visiting for the weekend from Boston and can not wait to come back. More than 5 star!! read more

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These people know their stuff. We went on Friday when the Durham Bulls game kept getting pushed back due to a rainstorm. I got the white wine flight with a sauvignon blanc I fell in love with and had to grab a bottle after the outing. My two sisters also thoroughly enjoyed their flights - the bubbly and the rosé flights. We also ordered the cheese board sampler where you can pick four items of your choice and picked the goat, Brie, and manchego cheeses with the salami. My favorite was the machego but all the cheese was great. The salami was tasty but perhaps needed to be sliced thinner as it was very chewy. Our server was on the track to becoming a sommelier which is quite an accomplishment. We were supremely impressed by her knowledge of the wines when we asked for information - she truly knew absolutely everything about them. Can't wait to try more wines here! read more

We stopped here for the first time the other day. The service was great! We got our food super quick. We enjoyed our flights and talking with the people who worked there. They were very friendly and knowledgeable. They took their time answering all of our questions. We can't wait to come back! read more

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Playing hooky from work, a girlfriend and I had a chance to check this place out since Bull City Ciderworks didn't open until 3 this past Friday. We found two spots on some very nice couches in the back and camped out for a couple hours. There are two wine bars in the area that I do not care for because their prices are high, their pours are small and there is a slight boujeeness in the air. Thankfully, The Wine Feed has managed to avoid all of those pitfalls. We went with a flight of rosé for a mere $13 and ordered seconds of our favorite. Staff here are SUPER friendly and helped us pick out a mixed case of wine to take home. Decent selection of wine to choose from with a price range to fit everyone's budget. Highly recommend this place to play catch up with a girlfriend, a date night of wine tasting, or to pick up some wine for a night in. read more

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