There is a day for everything, and this Friday, February 18. This Friday is made for all you wine lovers and aficionados. Atlanta is a city full of fabulous restaurants with amazing ambiance. Friday is the end of the work week for most. So it’s only right that you check out one of these many locations to kick off this three-day weekend. So sit back, relax, and surf through some of these options. Salut!
1. Cattleshed Steak & Wine Bar
Cattle Shed Steak & Wine Bar is one of those places you to experience exceptional service and even better food and drinks. This restaurant caught our eye when we discovered that head chef Olvia Hurst is in charge of the kitchen. She recently won Food Network’s Chopped. In addition to their amazing menu, they also have an extensive wine selection. True wine fans will enjoy their Wine Club. Wine Club members get to enjoy a monthly wine dinner. This wine dinner takes place on the first Tuesday of every month. You can nab tickets here. If you just want to pop in for a light bite and some vino, they also have Tuesday Night Flights which includes three wines, 2-ounce pours per flight, sparkling, red, and white flight.
2. Postino Wine Cafe
Postino WineCafe made its debut in Buckhead last year. Since opening its first location in Buckhead, it has received rave reviews. The second location is in West Midtown and is currently having a special through February that will allow customers to enjoy a glass of Prosecco for just a penny! For those who aren’t satisfied with just a glass and want to grow their wine collection or experiment with new wines, they also offer their wine program. Wine Cult by Postino WineCafe, is a membership for $60 per quarter or an annual membership for $220. Depending on your membership you will receive, exclusive perks, elevated extras, and 4 hand-picked wines ea. quarter.
3. Taste Wine & Bar Market
This recently opened wine bar in Atlanta has been the talk of the city. What’s more, this isn’t your typical wine bar experience. This is a self-serve wine bar. Visitors will be able to serve themselves thanks to their innovative machines that boast over 48 wines from around the world. Taste provides an authentic tasting experience that encourages you to go at your own pace.
4. Lucian Books & Wine
This adorable wine and bookshop is the perfect spot for those looking for a more low-key environment. You can chill, relax, and unwind at this quaint wine cafe nestled near The Buckhead Village. Whether you’re on a solo date or want to go on a date, this is the place for you. Curl up with a good book during their lunch and dinner hours and enjoy one of their many glasses of wine.
5. Barcelona Wine Bar
One of Atlanta’s favorite tapas and wine scenes, Barcelona is another must-visit location. With two locations conveniently located in the Inman Park and West Midtown neighborhoods, Barcelona has become a frequented spot for happy hours and after-work drinks. The environment at Barcelona Wine Bar can only be described as warm and welcoming. You almost feel like you’re part of a big family when you enter the bustling restaurant. Conversations overlapping and laughter filtering throughout the bar make you feel like you have joined one big party. Barcelona offers an award-winning selection of wines from Spain and South America. So if you haven’t stopped through, now is the time.
6. Storico Vino
Storico Vino is also another Italian restaurant located in Buckhead Village that boasts a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Their bolognese dish is to die for! And when paired with a good wine, you are bound to ask for more than one. whether you’re stopping in for a casual glass of wine or a fully immersive experience Storico Vino has you covered. Guests have the option of choosing from a vast variety of wines. From rose to reds, to Blanco’s this will surely tick all your boxes.
7. Chateau Elan
Located an hour or so outside the city, Chateau Elan is where to go if you are looking for a more robust wine experience. Here you can enjoy a multitude of wine tastings while also soaking up the gorgeous view. Chateau Elon Winery has become one of the largest and most awarded wineries on the East Coast. Take a stroll through their vineyards, enjoy their spa, or seat by the fire pits. Take a little getaway and sip vino to your heart’s content.
8. City Winery
City Winery has a prime location at Ponce City Market. What could be better than good wine and even better views? We’ll never know because City Winery gives us all that and more. Guests can enjoy wine flights, wine tours, and a class in making wine. So many options are available no matter what level of interest you may have in wine. Guests can also enjoy shows, comedy skits, and so much more while having a glass. So cheers to the weekend and check out any of these amazing locations.
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