Wine with Me is a niche experience in Itasca for your libation needs. I came in as a first-timer, asking for guidance and recommendations. I met the owner, who was very hospitable. He gave me a small tour. Advised that they have tables for tastings and even offer a small array of crackers and meats, but they are not a restaurant. He added that it's not uncommon for regulars to visit a local restaurant and just bring their food with them to enjoy their wine. There's also a selection of craft beers and spirits to choose from. We even discussed Uncle Nearest whisky! After a recommendation from the owner, I chose the VDR; Very Dark Red wine. I thoroughly enjoyed it and can't wait to go back to try more! read more

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Wine With Me is a great place to explore some excellent wines. craft beers, or cocktails, in a quiet, relaxing environment. The service from Mark the owner or any of his staff, is always engaging, friendly, and helpful. Add some fine cheeses or tasty crackers/bread sticks and you are set. Consider joining their wine club to experience some exciting wines (red or white) each month, which are selected by the owner Mark from his extensive inventory. Wine With Me is one of our favorite places and we learn something new about the world of wine every visit. Stop by and check them out - You won't be disappointed! read more

Went to check out this place for my son's wedding event. The staff is over the top friendly and owner is so down to earth. They walked us through what usually occurs and what works and what doesn't. We tasted some wines and got a great vibe from the place. Love local places and this one gives off a charm in itself. Mark the owner has a hidden gem with this place ! read more

Always enjoy an evening out with friendly staff and great recommendations on the wine! read more

Wine With Me - Had a great bottle of wine at Wine with Me! Really enjoyed it and enjoyed the friendly atmosphere. I - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Itasca, Illinois

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While visiting a neighboring resort we came across this gem. Upon entering we were greeted with smiles and treated like valued patrons ( although it was our first visit). We sat at the bar and the bartender Marshall provided impeccable customer service. He was very knowledgeable about the selection options and he can make a pretty stiff drink. The overall feel of this establishment was very intimate and comfortable. If you are there, you will feel like you SHOULD be there enjoying a nice glass of wine. If we visit the area again, this place will certainly be on the agenda! read more

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Nice Local Wine Shop located in Itasca. Great Wine & Beer Selections located around the cute little wine shop. I like how the bar area is set up for you to sit and enjoy a nice cold glass of wine or beer. Its a nice quiet atmosphere for you to come and chill. I would recommend this place for my friends to come and have some girls down time. Relax Release and Unwind with some wine and free away the stress. The prices are reasonable and very nice selections to choose your picks of wine. read more

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Cute spot sort of hard to find. Small plays cheeses and crackers. They serve, nonalcoholic wine too!!!

This place is so nice and the atmosphere is relaxing. They have a great menu selection and the people who work here are so polite and care about your experience. read more

5 star customer service & huge selection of wine, fair prices on some of my favorite hard to find beer & some cheese options that would even go great with their cider I picked up. Thanks Marc at #WineWithMe for adding a nice something to Itasca's lovely ambiance. -J & Dave, Bensenville read more

This is hands down the best wine bar in the entire Chicago area. The place has an outstanding selections of wine by the glass. Wine with me also has a great retail sections with hundreds of bottles to choose from. The best deal is you can actually buy a bottle in the retail section at retail price and drink it at the bar. They only charge a $10 dollar corckage for this. Most places charge $25. Mark the owner is a great guy and simple doesn't believe in taking advantage of his customers. Reading past reviews the only issue I have ever seen is when some cheap people bitch about the corkage fee. Wow! These people need get out more! It is so silly it is laughable that someone would actually bitch about a $10 corkage Fee. I hope these people stay away. The bar has a lot of nice generous people that go there. Most enjoy wine and talking about wine. Those who are looking for cheep cherry wine or free samples don't belong. Just my opinon. Mark my only suggesting would be to never change anything. O yeah, Wine With Me has an outstanding craft beer selection! read more

As part of my celebratory night my fiance suggested coming here for a drink and check out some live music before dinner. What a charming wine shop/wine bar. I fell in love immediately. We were late to the party so the bar was filled up as well as the tables, however, people didn't mind us jumping in and making it community style. We were greeted right away and there were plenty of wine to choose from. Not a wine drinking, don't worry they have beer as well! Entertainment for the night was Jack, whom we personally know, but this was our first time seeing him solo. And folks he was AMAZING. Plenty of times I caught myself nodding my head and tapping my foot while enjoying the sweet tunes of the guitar. A great start to our night. We will definitely be back to check out the shop itself while enjoying some more tunes. read more

Months before they opened for business their sign had me hooked. By the time Wine With Me opened I was camping out on their front steps and leaving nose marks on the door while impatiently waiting for them to open. I. Love. Wine. and I love Wine With Me. Wine With Me is a combination wine store / wine bar with an ever-changing wine menu (monthly) and now cheese selections. What I love about the wines on the menu are that they are not your cookie-cutter bottles - they are unique. The owner of Wine With Me, Mark, and his staff are incredibly wine savvy, but not in a wine snob kind of way. I am the wine drinker in my household, my husband, is a beer man but have no fear! Beer lovers will rejoice in the craft beer selections including his personal favorite, Snake Dog IPA. Wine With Me is conveniently located across from the Metra stop in Itasca (Milwaukee-District-West train) and is on the south side of the stop. I recommend ordering in a pizza from Tree Guys Pizza (across the street), sipping some vino and savoring in the awesome atmosphere that is Wine With Me. read more

This is more of a review of the bar than the store part. My friend and I had passed this place several times and decided to stop in and take a peek at what they offer. We had just come from another wine shop in Arlington Heights which had a tasting, and we were in the mood to try more wines. Having never been there before, when we walked in and were greeted by an employee, we asked first if they did samples or tastings. We were then sort of rudely told they didn't make their own wine, that they "weren't Lynfred", and that they were just a bar that sold by the glass or bottle, so they didn't do tastings or samples. Oooooh-kay? I'm not sure what about it being a bar precludes them from being able to do tastings or samples (I've been to several wine bars, wine shops, wineries, and vineyards, and most places do, no matter what type of business they are - I mean, even Marianos does sampling), or why he thought that we thought they made their own wine (we didn't). So, not the best first impression, but okay. We sat down at the bar to check it out, though to be honest we were a little put off by the vibe of the place. It had a very "five o'clock somewhere" vibe, more like a dressed-up dive bar than a wine bar. I felt a little out of place at first. It took some getting used to. The bartender was very prompt and nice, and he brought us glasses of water straight away, which I very much appreciated. I quickly felt guilty, though, because when we cracked open the menu I realized we weren't going to be staying long. For a tucked-away place in Itasca, they charge quite a bit for their glasses of wine! There were some cheaper wines, but anything in a decent dry red was going to run you about $12-$14, which is more than I'm used to paying, even at restaurants. Like I said, I felt bad because the bartender had already poured us glasses of water, so we asked them, since they had a somewhat-extensive beer menu, if they had any cider. The bartender indicated to the shelves behind us and said all he had was Angry Orchard. We decided to give it a skip, since Roselle wasn't much further away and we'd have a choice of Lynfred or 1913, both of which have great wines for cheaper. read more

This is a very cute spot, my boyfriend and I went there one night just for a glass of winery- nice little quite spot. Loved it

This is fast becoming one of my favorite west suburban places to take people. It's a low key place. Mark the owner is a nice guy who will talk the talk about wine or the Blackhawks as I found out tonight. Good by the glass selection at a nice price point and a very good wine selection. You can probably find the wine for a buck or two cheaper somewhere else but you won't get the owners perspective on it. Lot of seating (can take groups of 6-8 or just 2 at the bar) and the clientele is quite nice - the type you can talk with at the bar. Definitely a thumbs up in my book. read more

I love this place and wish I had more money to spend here... I'd seriously be a daily customer if my budget allowed. I'm biased of course. The owner is a Navy vet like me. He is also a cyclist, like me. The fact that he has offered to let me bring my bike inside and store it in the back while hanging out, alone, gets this place five stars! The wine selection isn't huge, but it's good. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. They are also heavily involved in local Itasca events and often have a booth set up at the various local events/festivals. I don't have enough money to spend here daily, but if we all visit regularly, that's almost just as good. Don't waste time at Binny's, when you can wine with the awesome people here! Go in for a drink and leave with a bottle. Maybe I'll see you there! read more

Part wine shop, part wine bar. Steps away from the Metra stop in Itasca, it's a nice addition to the ever-growing area of downtown Itasca. Ha, nice addition I say, this place has been here for almost 2 years-what took me so long to visit? Very nice bar, enough seating for about 12 people. Swanky and comfy bar stools. Besides seating at the bar, there's also table seating for duos/trios or larger groups. The wine menu lists about 25-30 wines by the glass and about 20 different bottled craft brews. You can also order different varieties of cheese that's served with wine crackers. The wine menu changes regularly--I hope wine flights get added to their list of offerings soon. Staff was really nice and helpful, offered me some tastings to help me decide what to order. He definitely knew a lot about wine but without any pretension. I ended up getting a glass of Savignon Blanc from New Zealand and a Chenin Blanc Viogner from California. Great finds! The cheese they suggested was very good (Wisconsin Gouda). But perhaps, the presentation could have been better. I mean for a gorgeous bar and wine setting, getting a small wedge of cheese and a sleeve of crackers on a plastic plate was more picnic than swanky wine bar. The wine shop had a large selection of unique wines from all over the world. They also offer to put together gift baskets. The crowd changed up a few times while I was there, but they were very friendly and made my visit a lot of fun. Great place to enjoy your favorite grape! read more

We decided to come here and take a risk with a new place. We bought a couple of bottles and ordered a couple of glasses. The wine was amazing but the level of attention that Bob and Mark give this place is unheard of. You feel at home with friends and time melts away. A truly friendly, genuine experience. I recommend this place to anyone wanting to enjoy a nice glass of wine or beer with friends in a great, friendly and homely place! read more

Still one of my favorite places to buy wine, they have been great with picking wines for me each time I am there. We stop in to pick up a mixed case of what we like and what they recommend (if you register they log your previous purchases to help). Since we are there why not grab a glass of five at the wine bar. We start our Tour de France viewing each year here since we first came in here about four years ago. read more

Such a hidden gem! Their wine selection is amazing and everyone there is so welcoming. Mark, the owner works a few shifts there and if you know any Star Trek trivia, be sure to tell him about it! Ron is also behind the bar, working magic. Seriously, if you just tell this guy what kind of wine you're looking for, he nails it every time! I have gotten used to just stopping by on my way from work and telling Ron what I plan on cooking for dinner and he always suggests a GREAT bottle!! This wine bar is small and cozy and they allow you to order food and have it delivered there! I have even seen people bring a home-cooked meal in! Angie is also behind the bar and I think we have the same taste in wine because every time she tells me about a new wine on the menu that she likes, I end up loving it!! There is a plentiful section of cheese and crackers and snacks and chocolate if you would like to munch on something with your drink. Not to mention, they also have great craft beers on the menu. Hard liquor is also available. I am always sad that their hours are not extended especially over the weekends but I guess this adds to the particular charm of the place! Every now and then they have wine tastings on Sunday for a reasonable amount of money...never over $15. I definitely recommend stopping by here and I myself will continue to be a regular here! read more

The manager was not at all helpful or friendly. Shouldn't a small business be concerned about the quality of their customer service? NOT GOOD AT ALL. I will not darken their doorstep with my business. Lynfred is just a few short miles away! read more

The atmosphere at Wine With Me is nice. The great thing about this place is you get to buy bottles as well as try them at the bar. They also cater to all budgets and preferences, which is nice if you aren't a big spender. I wish they served food, but the great thing is you can bring your own if you'd like. read more

Nice place, I've been there a few times with friends since it opened. Having grown up in Itasca, I like the concept, the look ,and initial feel of the place. Staff is knowledgeable but lack that friendly personality to make you feel at home and warm up to the upscale decor of this wine bar. I much prefer Lynfred Winery where they are mucho more welcoming, offer wine tastings, and have been very good about recommending flights of wine for after work get-togethers or to compliment dinner parties! read more

Wine With Me is a cute little bar located in Itasca. Our favorite tasting room was closed for the night so we decided to try out Wine With Me. I think we arrived within 30-45 minutes of closing but we were still served without any problems. There is bar seating as well as tables set up (I am wondering if there are tables set up outside in the warmer months?) It looked like a few people were celebrating birthdays and one table even ordered a pizza while we were there. Wine With Me does sell a few food items such as meat and cheese appetizers and their menu also offers a few craft beers. There were a few TVs around the bar to provide some extra entertainment. They also have a very large selection of wines as well as wine related gifts for purchase. I should note that parking can be a bit tricky as the lot isn't that large. We both had a glass of wine as well as the salami platter. Everything was really good and I will definitely visit again. read more

This place is a rip off. The wine is way over priced, and when you buy a bottle from them, they charge you an uncorking fee. I can see if you brought in your own bottle of wine but to buy is over priced wine and get charged a fee for him to open it? Ridiculous. I also don't think the owner was that friendly. I was talking with him and in the middle of talking he walked away from me like he had no interest in what I was saying. That's what I call terrible customer service. I have a Gift Card there and would rather let it go to waste than step foot in this place again. read more

They did it again!! Took my friends from work to say thanks for their work this year and wanted them to have a good time. Ron and Mark did not disappoint we had a great time with in a fantastic setting. Me friends said it was good to know about a place like this so close. I hope the word doesn't get out too much I'd hate to walk in and see them so crowded that I couldn't get a seat. read more

Stumbled into this place while I was on business. Met the owner, talked some wine, drank some wine, bought some wine. Its that simple! Now stop reading this and Wine with me! read more

IT IS AMAZING, love the ambiance, the service, the place is immaculate, it feels like home... they make you feel like an important person. They have managed to not make you feel overwhelmed but they never forget about you!! read more

I agree with all of the reviewers take on Wine With Me. What a charming place with absolutely no pretense! The wife and I decided to waddle over for a couple glasses of wine after enjoying a satisfying meal at Tree Guys Pizza. Upon entering the place was pretty full. We were only half way to the bar when we were greeted by the owner who immediately found us two seats at the bar. He asked one gentleman at the bar if he wouldn't mind moving his coat so that we could use the chair. Everyone in the place was so friendly. He asked us if we had any questions and we really didn't. To be honest, I was the least "dressed up" person in the place. I had a sweatshirt and jeans on and I initially felt self conscious but that quickly wore off because there was such a nice vibe. You can tell that they take wine seriously here. There are wines at all price points and representation from some very interesting vineyards. It's an interesting place in that it is a wine bar and full fledged wine store. I can't say that I've been in a store quite like this. We're really glad that we stopped in and look forward to enjoying many more glasses of wine at Wine With Me. read more

Really nice wine bar with a great selection to grab a bottle or two on the way home. We ordered a couple different reds by the glass as well as the blue brie cheese. Great place to relax and converse. read more

I love this wine shop in Itasca. The wine is great and no matter what your taste they have a bottle for you. I go there often with friends or with my husband for a date night. You can order food from the restaurants in the area, have it delivered to the shop, and have great wine with your meal. The uncorking fee of $10 is a bargain. If you were to go to a restaurant the same bottle would be marked up significantly more than the fee charged. If you don't have time for a bottle they have a fantastic selection by the glass. The owner makes you feel like family and the wine with me team will help you select a great bottle in any price range. It's a little slice of wine country in the suburbs . read more

What a nice place ! The owner and his staff are Very Good and Knowledgeable. Also the wine selection and prices are spot on. I've ben there about 5 or 6 times and each time walked away feeling my money & time were well spent. I'll be going back, for sure ! read more

It would be much better if they did not charge a fee for un-corking and if they served actual imported cheeses and meat to pair with the wines. I got these awful cheese cracker things that could have been better. Other than that, nice atmosphere and I thought the server was nice as well. read more

Great place to have a glass or two, bought a bottle to bring home, owner was there and was nice

Customer service at a bar should be a whole lot better, not happy with bartender barmaid and manager! Stay away.

This store/ wine bar has everything a wine lover needs (including beer and spirits for their non-wine loving friends). They have a great selection of wines from all around the world. Their extremely knowledgeable staff is extremely helpful and very friendly. They offer a small selection of wines by the glass, but for a $10 corking fee you can open anything you purchase to enjoy in house. They don't serve food but you can carry-in (or arrange for delivery from both Tree Guys and Casales). read more

Super friendly quaint neighborhood meeting place. Much more than just wine, they typically have 40 microbrews avail.

I'm afraid I don't get the concept. Part wine shop, part wine club, part wine bar. I guess that's unique, but ends up being so-so at all three. Went there recently with my partner and another couple. Clean, nice place. No issues there. So we stayed. We were told of the $10/bottle corkage fees. OK, fine. The bar/shop manager served us the wine and topped up our glasses like a waiter would, not that we needed that. We had a decent time and ended up sharing two bottles which came to about $60 with the corkage fees, tax and everything. We rounded up the bill to the nearest $10. Here is where it got interesting. The bar/shop manager was miffed because we didn't give a 15/20 % tip. We figured that "service" was the purpose of the $10/bottle corkage fee, but apparently not. So, now we understand what is expected and won't be going back. That would have made it $75 for two bottles of wine. Next time we'll just drop by a nearby beverage distributor, pick up the two bottles for $30 total and take them back to our home. read more

This place has become our Cheers! We stopped in one night after our granddaughter's softball game to miss the traffic before heading back into the city. What a pleasant surprise! They have a great selection of reasonably priced wine by the glass, a great cheese selection (huge portions!) and break sticks that are to die for! Mark is the owner and immediately makes you feel like someone who has been coming into the bar forever. He calls you by name and introduces you to all of the other "regulars". It actually feels like a cocktail party with old friends. If you love sports, especially hockey, Mark is a walking encyclopedia. He quickly figures out your taste in wine and helps you with your decision about what to order. They have a very good selection of wine for purchase at very reasonable prices. read more

I LOVE THIS PLACE! It's right on Irving Park in downtown Itasca but easy to miss at first glance as it's set back a little bit - well worth the find! Beautifully decorated, delicious wine, comfortable seating, superb service, great music and upbeat but cozy atmosphere. This is my chill place! :) read more