Stopped by for dinner after looking on yelp for recommendations while visiting in the area, from SoCal. It was empty when we got there about 20 minutes after opening, however the place filled up quickly! James ,our bartender, was patient as we decided what to order while enjoying our drinks. The food, service, and friendly atmosphere were AMAZING! So much so that we made a reservation to eat here again when we come back out in two weeks. Definitely worth trying if you're in town. read more

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Nice place when in town. Good food but not amazing. I've never had a steak tartare that looks like I what I posted. Gnocchi were dense. Sangria is always basic. I would return for a drink maybe! read more

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This is a wonderful place to have dinner -- particularly a romantic date night. The restaurant is small, but inviting, and the staff is marvelous. We've eaten here many times -- at the bar; at a table; outside -- and without exception, the food has been absolutely spot on. Their specials are always creative and fresh -- particularly their fish specials. And the wine? Forget about it! You should have many things to choose from, depending on you mood. Give it a try -- I don't think you'll be anything but happy! read more

Really slow service. Way too pricey for what you get. Do not charge me even more after being overcharged just for using a credit card Will not come back. Food was decent but no where worth price. read more

Called for a reservation, which worked out great. Good wine selection. Food was delicious, desert was as well! Highly recommend for a nice dinner out! read more

Chez Francois gets a lot of recognition as a fine dining restaurant in Vermillion, and it is very good; but The Wine Vault should be in that discussion as well! Fine dining, perfect portions, great food, and reasonable prices! The Wine Vault has both indoor and patio seating. We typically sit at the bar and chat with one of the managers who we ended up having common soccer friends with. Everyone is very attentive and friendly; both seating areas offer a relaxing, modern ambiance. Start with the lobster bisque. It's great and unlike some bisques out there, you get a good portion of actual lobster. I typically go with the hanger surf and turf (my favorite dish) or the filet. And it is always fresh! My wife had the shrimp tacos and she really enjoyed them. The portions aren't huge, but they are just right. If you are really hungry, add the scallops to any dish for about $12. They are excellent. The Wine Vault is one of our go-to's in the great town of Vermillion! read more

What an amazing place! The ambiance, the quality of the fish board, the scallops, and the dessert were all just delicious and top quality. Josh and his wife know what they are doing! This place is a perfect date night spot! Josh's knowledge of everything we had was top notch. He was very attentive to what we requested. read more

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I've been meaning to try this place for a few years and I'm so disappointed in myself for not getting there sooner. It is wonderful. Highly recommend reservations. The ambience was great, the service was wonderful, the food was even better. The wine selection is reasonable in terms of quality and price. We had sangria's that were fresh made and delicious. We started with the lobster bisque soup and also got scallops with lobster, an upgrade suggested by James, as well as the special menu item lobster roll with fries and truffle aïoli. The staff went out of their way to make us feel welcome and while this place is small, hence the reservation recommendation, don't let it fool you, this place is amazing. They do have a tent outback with additional tables that has heat and a fan, and I imagine that it will be reasonably comfortable during the summer as well. We will definitely be returning to the wine vault. read more

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Very friendly and nice people. The service and accommodations are great. I would highly recommend this establishment.

This is an incredible restaurant. Love getting a seat at the bar. They have it all great food, great service, great attitude.

James was our server and was super inviting and friendly! He said he had been serving for quite a few years and his experience showed thoroughly. He did a great job and we had a great birthday dinner for my girlfriend. The food was also extremely great if and when we come back up North, we will definitely be stopping in town to get this for dinner one night.! read more

What a wonderful place for an upscale meal. The Wine Vault is located in Downtown Vermilion and has a very pretty outdoor seating area. We visited for a very early dinner (about 5pm) and quite literally had it to ourselves. It has a small heater, cute landscaping, a fire pit and even a tiny, quaint chandelier. The Wine Vault has a stellar cocktail menu! I had the blueberry mojito, which was super fragrant and had a perfect mix to it. It was oddly refreshing and served in a sweet mason jar that made for a cute photo. For dinner, I ordered the lobster roll and was surprised at how generous the portion was (this is Ohio, not the coast, so I'm used to being disappointed by lobster rolls). Excellent juicy flavor and served at the perfect temperature (that sweet spot of chilled but not cold, which a lot of restaurants fail at) and with a side of house fries. For those on a budget, note that the prices here lean higher, especially for Vermilion, so plan that accordingly. But, this is chef-made food. Not a burger or pizza joint like other Vermilion establishments. Our server was very helpful and attentive and told us to ask for her by name next time. I really liked that! Call ahead to make reservations. As we were leaving, it started to become busier with people coming for cocktails or dinner. During COVID, we felt all the safety precautions were appropriately taken. My family has only dined out publicly a handful of times during the pandemic, and we felt comfortable enough here in the outdoor seating area. We'll be back! read more

This place is amazing! Greeted warmly as we entered, made us feel like regulars immediately! Patrons and staff were all friendly, it was an incredible vibe and a perfect ambiance to have our anniversary dinner. The food and wine were all 5-star, presentation was great and taste perfect. This is a must stop for anyone around Vermillion, OH! read more

Very small inside but some of the most amazing food you will ever have!!! Desert is a must! The lemon blueberry cheese cake will make your mouth water! They need to open up a desert shop they would kill it!!!! Reservation is a must or you most likely will not be seated. read more

Visited here for the first time last night. Beautiful bar with a great outdoor patio. We were immediately greeted and felt very welcomed. The menu is fantastic and creative. Our server was attentive and made great recommendations. We started with the fish charcuterie board which included salmon, ahi, and oysters. My husband had the short rib burger and I ordered the beet and arugula salad. Everything was delicious and beautifully plated. Can't wait for our next visit! read more

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I will definitely be back! We stopped in for a quick drink and were surprised by the great wine list and unique atmosphere. This was an old bank and they have kept some of the original elements such as the vault, the high ceilings, etc. They feature a wide variety of wines from around the world, a large selection of micro brews and an array of cocktails. Although we just had some wine, the other drinks and food looked great. They have an interesting menu and I cannot wait to come back to try the food. Josh the bartender treated us like we were longtime customers, very warm and friendly. Thanks Josh! This place is tiny, so it is recommended to call ahead and make reservations. read more

Great food, service. Cozy atmosphere. I've dined here a dozen or more times and always had a good experience. read more

Tiny cozy place. Best to make reservations. Unique menu and friendly atmosphere. Little pricey but great for a nice evening out. Also has a patio that is heated during the cold weather. Fun to just stop in for an appetizer and glass of wine. read more

We have been traveling and The Wine Vault is the best we've had in a long time. Homemade sangria with a stainless steel straw that had a scoop on the end to dig the fruit out. The fish board was fabulous; fried oysters, cream cheese wrapped in smoked salmon, tuna tartar. The lobster bisque and arugula salad were also wonderful. We sat outside and the service was good. Plus, we didn't have to dress up. Will definitely be back when in the area! read more

We went here for a family meal to celebrate my birthday in April. I had just had knee surgery about 2 weeks prior and was on crutches and the staff was extremely helpful and friendly. They made sure to clear a path so I could get through safely and never once made me feel like an inconvenience. I realize that should be the norm for any restaurant, but anymore it really isn't. We were seated on the enclosed outside patio where it was warm and quiet for our large group. We had 7 people with 2 servers alternating so we never ran out of drinks or felt unattended, even though we weren't in the main dining area. The meat cheese boards were a fantastic sampling and our server made sure to tell us what everything was and answer any questions. Drinks were so good with a nice selection of options for just about any taste. We got a combination of burgers, steak, scallops and the pot pie and everything was perfectly cooked and flavorful. The portions are not huge - more like European portions. So if you're coming here expecting American portions, you'll be disappointed. That said, no one left hungry. My only "complaint" is that I wish it was a little larger of a space so they could serve more customers! :) read more

We had a nice visit with friends at The Wine Vault in Vermillion. The staff is super friendly. It was a beautiful night to sit on the outside patio. I was okay with the train going by quite a bit, but if you are not into loud trains you may want to sit inside. I ordered a few different sangrias they all were equally delicious. My tuna tartare was outstanding, just felt like it should have more with it like a little rice. Everyone loved their food but wished the servings were bigger. read more

We had a spectacular meal. The fish board is awesome--fried oysters, tuna tartare, ceviche, smoked salmon. Sea bass (pictured) was delicious as was the lobster roll. Service was great. You can't do much better. read more

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Best restaurant in Vermilion that we tried! Amazing service, great selection and heated outdoor seating! We loved the cheese plate and arancini. Our waitress even brought us extra crustini to eat with our cheese plate when we ran out. read more

Wife and I had dinner at The Wine Vault for the first time last night. Owner Josh served us. It was excellent! She got the filet I got the surf and turf. At first I thought a 4oz filet was really small when reading the menu. Once we received our food and ate I realized the portions were perfect. Both of our steaks were very tender and cooked exactly how we wanted them. To finish off our dinner we had the pistachio cheesecake which my wife was unsure about. We both thought it was excellent too! Its a small place with great character. You should definitely check it out. read more

Delish and great service!! The lobster roll and scallops were amazing. The staff provided impeccable service!

One of our favorite spots! Josh and James are the best! The lobster rolls are terrific and the shrooms to die for!!

I'm afraid to tell you just how good this place is because it is our favorite place to go and reservations are necessary to get in here. From the wonderful selections of wine and special sangrias, to the best filet and fries, to the desserts made by James. This place is almost too good to be true! A cozy indoor atmosphere and a spacious back patio both offering wonderful dinner ambiance. read more

This is one of my fave places to dine. If you're looking for a big, hearty meal, this isn't it. However, if you're looking for flavorful, innovative fare, go! Their menu is small, but well-done!! The fish board is fantastic! They sport a pretty extensive wine list; as one would hope. Josh is the amazing proprietor! read more

This little gem is like Cheers on steroids. The menu is a five star menu, or better. The food, wine, and cocktails are an experience you will rarely, if ever, find anywhere else. Everything here exceptional, including the owners and the wait staff, they purposefully create an experience you won't forget, every time. They even have an enclosed outdoor patio with fireplace and heaters for all year round, it makes you feel like you're on vacation even when you're not. It's not a big place but that's why we like it. So reservations are highly recommended. If you want to impress friends or a date, you will want to take them to The Wine Vault when you're in Vermilion. read more

This little spot is a hidden gem in Vermillion. The staff was very accommodating and knowledgeable, the beer and wine was top notch, and the food was off the hook. They have indoor and outdoor dining; it's a little bit tight inside but the ambience makes it all work. My date had scallops over homemade Potato gnocchi and I had flank steak with new potatoes and lobster meat. Just awesome flavors, I can't believe that tiny little kitchen turned out the most amazing food. My compliments to the chef, the owner, and the staff! read more

Food is great and the service was awesome. Smaller place with a nice patio in the back

Talk about a breath of fresh air! Our server James did an amazing job covering the specials and making recommendations that were like nothing we've ever had! We will definitely be making the long drive back to visit The Wine Vault more often! read more

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What a cute spot in an old bank building! This is a very intimate restaurant as it seems that it sits only about 50 people at a time. I came here for an anniversary dinner with my boyfriend and it is a perfect date spot. We started off with a bottle of wine and I have to admit that I thought most of the bottles were decently priced for being a wine bar. Don't get me wrong there was still an upcharge but I have seen much higher prices at lesser quality restaurants. I was so happy to hear from our waitress that the chef makes everything from scratch including the gelato on the dessert menu! A chef that is also a dessert/pastry chef?! Whoa! We ordered in total the arancini, the short rib burger, the Steak and Potatoes and an amazing s'mores dessert! The sauce that was served with the arancini was delightful and made the dish complete. The burger was okay just a little too heavy for my taste and the steak was cooked perfectly. The kitchen closes at 10pm but the restaurant stays open for people to finish their meals and enjoy their wine and cocktails. We never got the feeling that they were trying to kick us out or hurry us to finish our wine. I will happily visit again! read more

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Fantastic dining experience! You won't find food this good for this price anywhere else! Wine list is complete, by the bottle and by the glass. This beautiful old building actually use to be a bank and the vault still remains and is used to... you guessed it, store the wine. It is a tight fit but this adds to the authenticity as many of the finest restaurants in Paris and Rome are equal in size. What it lacks in size it makes up for in stature. I'll be back soon! read more

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Absolutely phenomenal! The service was impeccable, the atmosphere cozy, staff was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. I loved the dining experience. We were not rushed at all and were able to eat so many good and new flavors. Don't hesitate to go in if you are in Vermillion. read more

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We went on the advice of a friend, who is a local and drove about an hour to get to Vermilion. His friends were the owners. Josh and Maggie have an excellent staff and were working very hard to make everyone's dinner experience amazing. A line formed about 4:45pm in lieu of reservations(we were 3rd in line), in the back of the restaurant, by the outdoor seating. We chose to eat inside and the setting was very inviting. We took friends that we had never went out to dinner with and I can speak for everyone saying the food and drinks were 5 star! We started with a Cheese Board. Everything disappeared. All of the cheese was very good but highlight for me was the candied nuts. My wife had a Strawberry Peach House-Made White Sangria and I ordered a Dark, low IBU, Beer. She tried another flavor of sangria next and I went with the same beer. Our friends both got a cup of Lobster Bisque to start. My wife and I shared the Shroom Fries. The Shroom Fries are a must order. My wife chose the Scallops and I selected the Flank Steak Satay. Perfection! She forced me to try the scallops. The potato gnocchi made the dish. So good! Two of us ordered the pecan dessert. Great choice to cap off one of the best meals I have ever had. Outside of my wife's cooking....of course. Little shops surrounding the restaurant made this a must visit. We capped off our night watching the sunset from a little park on Route 6. The night was a 10/10. read more

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Cozy place with excellent food and service. The owner and staff are very welcoming and attentive and make you feel right at home. My husband and I came to Vermilion to celebrate our anniversary and had gone to the other big restaurant in town the previous evening for dinner. We both thought The Wine Vault was the clear winner! read more

I am so glad we had found The Wine Vault! I was impressed on the hospitality Josh had to everyone whom walked in the door! We had the ahi tuna and scallops. Full of flavor, sorry no pictures. Thank you. read more

The best food, beer, service, etc in Vermilion PERIOD. Best steak tacos I've had since moving from Texas. Great service to boot.

We love trying great food and this place has it. Very Gordon Ramsay-esc vibe with the food. As well as offering an extensive list of wines and some other mixed drinks. Plan on going back to try other menu items and check out the outside dining. read more