We enjoyed this restaurant so much we went twice in one week and brought friends on the second visit. It is a beautiful venue, nicely appointed with booths, tables, and a huge gorgeous bar. Their happy hour is one of the best in town. The food is so delicious (we especially love the red pepper soup!). The wine selection is huge! Finally, the service is top notch. Both Tiffany and Heather are great, and the owner Kim is so engaging! You feel welcome the second you come through the door and you can tell a lot of love went into the restaurant's creation. I will say the Sunday all day happy hour and trivia game is a bit too crowded and noisy for me. So I'll stick to the other evenings in the future. And I'm gonna tell all my friends about this great place! read more

My wife and I came here after seeing this place on social media . We have been looking for a wine bar closer to home and came on by. They were pretty busy with reservations when we arrived so we sat at the bar. They have happy hour from 3-6 Wednesday- Friday and all day Sunday. They have a separate happy hour menu with bites and a couple different wines. There main menus does consist of wines from multiple regions of the world. They also have wine flights for you to sample new things . My wife and I ordered the meat balls and the cellar cut flat bread . The meat ball's were very tender with excellent flavor and are served with a marinara sauce and ricotta cheese. It's also accompanied by two slices of garlic bread. The Flat bread was a nice portion size for two . It is meant for those who love cheese as the mozzarella and feta are very present. The meat portion could be a bit more for me ( I'm a carnivore). The dough was nice and airy and the flatbread overall was tasty. The feta was a bit too much for my taste. Could have done less. I started with the GSM and my wife with the Cab Sav from happy hour . The GSM was flavorful, a little bold, but a little bitter to me. The Cabernet was very fruity and full bodied . We tried a couple other wines that were spot on. This is a nice place to have wine with friends and bites. It is a nice size and has an excellent atmosphere. Very nice decor and bright. We will be back ! read more

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Great place to enjoy wine. We did go early, so it was quiet, but they said it gets a little louder as the day goes on. They have trivia and other activities. The place is a good size with inside and outside seating. They have nice alcove booths that fit a good amount of people. We made reservations for first Sunday brunch. Currently they only offer brunch the first Sunday of the month. They have an extensive wine menu and do have wine based cocktails and mimosas. On Sundays they have happy hour all day. I had she zucchini fries. The serving was big enough to share. It came with a side of marinara. For my meal, I had the avocado toast with poached eggs. The avocado has just the right amount of lime. It came with a hash brown patty. The hashbrown patty was just ok. For dessert, we shared the pancakes. They were sooooo good. Definitely full of butter, but not complaints from us. I had the pink label Rose. It was good and a great price as it was on their special menu of opened bottles. Parking is available on site, but shared with the other businesses read more

The food here was amazing. It was my first time here but definitely have to come back for all the special events they plan. Today was the Grand Prix so everyone could wear there beautiful hats and dresses. But every so often they have something going on can't wait to see what's next. They have good wine selection too our waitress was very attentive to our needs and informed us of everything we needed to know. read more

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Great place. I loved the feel of the place as soon as I walked in. They have wine specials that were great as well as an excellent wine list. We ate dinner there. It is basically small plates to share. Everything was delicious. Can't wait to go back. read more

Great atmosphere and ambiance here. They also had live music that started at 6pm on Saturday night. We had meatballs, artichoke fritters, and they split a salad to two plates for us. Also had a few glasses of wine. Everything was top notch, zero complaints. Service was also great. If you haven't tried this place yet, you should get over there. They have a happy hour during the week and also have a list of some $6 wine glasses on the weekends! read more

The house red wine is soooo good! The appetizers are delicious and happy hour is very affordable! The service and ambiance is really good too. read more

this place is a hidden jam out near Kyle Seale and Babcock. It tucked away in a little strip center, but is a great space and design! You can relax and have a casual conversation and try some great wine. The wine list is worthy of any place in San Antonio. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Worth a stop if it's not too far out of the way? read more

An absolutely wonderful time for my party recently. The food and ambiance was excellent for my first visit to the restaurant. The owner was also milling about, so helpful and knowledgeable about the wine selections. Special kudos to an amazing singer this particular Friday night, her voice and selections matched the atmosphere very well. read more

Wonderful wine bar located in a shopping center, but when you walk in it feels more like a cozy cave. They have all different types of wines spanning a whole book, so easier to just ask what they recommend. The menu is short and sweet with flatbreads, hummus board, and seasonal fare. I went in to snack but ended up eating a full meal. If in the Babcock/1604 area venture up a bit and Vino Grotta is a nice surprise. read more

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I really wanted to give this place five stars because the atmosphere and the staff were great. The downfall was the speed of service, particularly with the charcuterie board and dessert that we ordered. It took an exceptional amount of time and we didn't feel the place was super busy. Originally we thought maybe there was only one person working in the kitchen however we saw three guys in yellow t-shirts so I'm not sure what took so long. The recommended wine selection we made was really nice as was the food we ordered but the wait time was painful. I'm going to give it another try and hope that it was just an "off" night. read more

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Excellent service, gorgeous ambiance, and delicious food. Prices were great. Sunday is all day happy hour with $8 glass (4 varieties) and $8 apps (4 options). Great spot to just relax and enjoy a good glass of wine in the A/C. read more

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Great food in a beautiful setting. I am planning to go back to sample other wines on their wine list.

My wife brought me here for Father's Day. There was a Father's Day menu that was being promoted. Ended up getting the burger, which I regret. Was one of the most saltiest burgers I've ever tasted. Took a few bites and was unable to eat any more. Would recommend sticking to the normal menu read more

Went for the first time to the new wine bar. The place is beautiful. Service is excellent. They officially open on 2/1/25, so it's a soft opening right now. They have 100 different wines and almost all are available by the glass. We had a few appetizers, zucchini frites were our favorite. I plan to try the grilled cheese and Gouda soup next time. We will be visiting here regularly. They do recommend reservations. read more

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Vino Grotta has a beautiful ambiance and an impressive wine selection. The menu is small, with limited food options, but the plates are tasty and pair well with the wines. It's a great spot for a date night or an intimate gathering with friends. Service was friendly and attentive. This place has so much potential--expanding the menu would make it even better. read more

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Vino Grotta bit off more than they could chew last night. We attended their valentines pre set dinner event. Arrived at 6:15 for our 6:30 reservation. We were sat at 6:35, pretty reasonable- however that's when things took a turn for the worst. The live entertainment they provided was a 5/10 at best. The space was too cozy to be projecting such loud singing. There was a gentlemen with a loud bronchitis/ pneumonia cough sitting at the bar, every 5 minutes he would let out a cough so loud it overshadowed the music, a few tables were looking at each other like is this really happening? Despite those factors- the food service was awful. We sat at 6:35, greeted at around 6:50 (when we placed orders) & by 8p we had only received wine and a Cesar salad. There were several tables in the same scenario. It was a train wreck. By the time 8pm rolled around- I asked the really kind FOH team if we could just pay for the drinks and go. In that scenario I wanted to help them desperately. The only reasonable thing was for us to GO, as there were piled up with 6 couples arriving for their 7:30/ 8 reservations. Who I presume to be the owner was very kind and let us go without paying for the inconvenience. She explained they were working with a new chef etc. I can't imagine how many other couples had their valentines ruined- because we were 1/6 tables waiting around. Vino and team, please do not host another event of this scale without vetting your process. To charge a couple $250+ for a pre fixed menu is only reasonable if you've nailed down the service. Husband and I left at 8pm, heated up left overs and called it a night by 8:30pm. Not the best Valentine's Day, but a memorable one. I look forward to you guys making adjustments. read more

I love coming here, usually I come on Sundays. I really enjoy playing the free bingo on Sundays! It's usually a pretty chill and casual vibe, and the food is good! read more

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Yes! I came here with my wife for a day date, and it exceeded all our expectations. The customer service was outstanding, the food was excellent, and the view was beautiful. We'll definitely be coming back--100% recommend! I would say the chairs are slightly uncomfortable but after a few glasses I was fine. read more

We keep going back! Service is great, atmosphere is relaxing, the small menu is irrelevant now. We keep trying new things and it has all been so delicious! They do a few things, and they do them very, very well... all meant to be there to pair with fantastic wines. read more

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We had a great time at Vino Grotta wine bar. They are ranked third best in San Antonio and they've only been open 7 or 8 months. We noticed they have a big selection of wine and the food smelt so good. We didn't eat since we had eaten prior to our arrival but next time we will. read more

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AMAZING!!! It's so fantastic to find such a sweet spot in the neighborhood. 140+ wines available, yes there is beer. No don't bring your kids- it's not kid friendly. Tapas style dishes available. Fantastic service especially when it was pretty busy for a Sunday afternoon. This is a place that you can just chill out at. I wish they had a little outdoor space but you can't have it all I guess. It might get pretty loud if it's full. I loved it and I wish that I could keep it all to myself. Welcome to the neighborhood Vino Grotta!!! read more

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Had an absolutely fabulous happy hour here! We enjoyed the special pricing on wine and sampled several appetizers--everything was delicious. The fried zucchini was the best I've had: perfectly crispy, not soggy like at most places. And the bread... still dreaming about it. Service was incredibly attentive and friendly. Highly recommend! read more

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Amazing experience at Vino Grotta. Cozy restaurant vibes with an amazing wine list, tapas, live music (at least tonight), and convenient location. The service was prompt, ample parking, and fair prices. The owner came by and greeted us during our stay. Definitely recommend! read more

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Had an amazing time at Vino Grotta. The atmosphere, service, food, and wine is amazing. I especially like the massive selection of different wines available by the glass. It allows me to try different varieties at one place. read more

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Awesome wine bar! You must come visit! Awesome large wine selection and super nice staff. read more

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First reaction walking into Vino Grotta .Wow beautiful bar! Impressed by the selection of high-end wines. What makes this wine bar stand out is they will open any bottle of wine and the only thing is required is that you have two glasses. The only con is aerators and decanters are essential to getting the full taste of a Red wine.Cheers to Success ! read more

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Excellent and classy with tons of great bottles by the glass! Do pass up the food! It's not your normal bar food! It's excellent! The soup, the chips, it was all great! The waitstaff are patient and knowledgeable. By far the top two in San Antonio! You must give this beautifully decorated and apportioned wine bar a visit! You won't be disappointed! Love this place! read more

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We had a group of 8 last night for a birthday party and we had a great time Beautiful wine bar with 120 wines! I don't know about food menu but we had flatbread pizzas that were good.. The service was great and they had solo singer with a gorgeous voice. Will definitely be back! read more

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Myself and my African American wife sat at the bar and waited 15 minutes till I made eye contact with the twenty something bartender who finally acknowledged us. It was so uncomfortably long before being acknowledged that my wife started to pretend scroll on her phone. When I saw that we should have left. The owner of the establishment was standing behind the bar talking to the couple next to us the entire time and not once acknowledged us. Whenever patrons left, someone would acknowledge their departure. We left after paying our $91 tab without a single person in the establishment saying to have a nice evening. We were the only non white couple. read more

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Oh my gosh what a welcoming establishment. Ambience is impressive, small plates are delicious. If you're looking for "me" time to unwind. This is your place ladies. read more

Where do I begin? The service is warm and welcoming. Our server took considerable time to explain the menu and all of the wine options. They have a great selection of wine with interesting specials as well as a happy hour. What caught me completely off guard was the outstanding food. It is hot, fresh, scratch made with skill and attention to detail. I still think about the tomato & roasted pepper soup with smoked gouda! This is a true hidden gem. read more

Love this place. My husband and I could go here on a weekly basis. (We come enough the staff knows our wine order) The own Kim makes you feel like family. It's cute inside. As usually sit at the bar. They just added some outdoor seating which we love on a cool evening. Get the meatballs! Or the soup! read more

Amazing hidden gem excellent service ! Classy, unpretentious place. Wine list is vast and has something for anyone. This is a go to for GNO or date night. If you just want a place to relax with a nice glass this is it. Will definitely go back. read more

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Love that this place is nestled back in the neighborhood! Went there with a girlfriend to check it out on grand opening weekend and we did have a reservation which I recommend as all tables were full and the bar was packed as well. Our server was attentive and helped us make selections. We tried the charcuterie, zucchini fries, meatballs, and a puff pastry thing (not bad but not my favorite). The zucchini was amazing and definitely my favorite! Wine selections were wonderful, although by 5:30, all the $5 glass options were gone. Get there early if you want to try those!! We will definitely be back. Loved the space and it's just what this area needed. read more

Fabulous wine bar with an extensive wine selection, as well as yummy small bites. They have a daily selection of $5/ 5oz pour wines. We ordered meatballs, hummus and zucchini fries. All were delicious! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. Exceptional service! Can't wait to go back! read more

We were so excited to try wines by the glass that are usually only available by the bottle! I had no idea the food would be as amazing as it was! Tastes like Mama made it :-) Something else we learned was that they offer discount glasses of wine depending on what open bottles they need to push. I'll have to get there earlier next time to get the extra good ones before everyone else nabs them! :-) read more

I love the daily wine specials! The flatbreads were delicious. I'm so glad there is a new cozy place with great wine! I can't wait to go back for a second time. read more

Great new Wine bar. Like finding a hidden oasis. Wine list has a lot of variety. Found an Australian wine I hadn't had in years. It has a great vibe and very nice cozy atmosphere with nice accommodations. WEnt for Happy Hour and will be back to try their food next time. read more

I'm so glad Vino Grotta opened in this area. They have a great wine selection and great food! We will be back for sure.