Bonton Wine Bar

My best friend found this place while she was searching for a martini bar type location for her birthday party. Luckily, she stumbled upon here, and was able to book a party with ease. The owner/manager was really flexible about our drink packages, and what we could bring in. I was able to arrive early to set up balloons and such, and also the very important dessert table! (I own a baking business, so dessert is a priority ;)) We got a great deal of unlimited drinks from 9PM to 1AM, for $30 a person. The only drink I had all night was the apple martini - ok, i had several of them, but regardless - it was SO GOOD! One of the best apple martini's i've ever had, and it had a delicious cinnamon sugar rim. Their cocktail list was pretty expansive, and I heard everyone raving about their drinks all night! We ordered food as well, but to be honest, I can't remember much about it... maybe i shouldn't have had as many martinis as i did! Can't wait to go back here, this is such a great hidden gem for a girls night out!

It was my first time going to Bon Ton, I have lived in the neighborhood for 4 years now and always wanted to stop in, but never had the time/reason.

Made reservations for New Year's Eve, I think there might be some communication issues in regards to the reservation process bc I was clearly told it was a 3 course meal with an open wine bar for $65 per person ( I even repeated that to the person on the phone) but upon arriving at the restaurant for the meal, was advised it was a 4 course meal with beverages separate.  My friends and I decided to stay even though this would lead to quite the difference in what we had budgeted for the meal.  This miscommunication is the only thing keeping me from giving them 5 stars.

I am very happy we stayed though!   The meal was elegant, delicious, and well prepared.  I am not familiar with their daily menu, but if it is ANYTHING like the New Years fare, I am going back very soon. I had scallops on a cauliflower risotto, a cream of mushroom soup, duck medallions and scallops with a root veggie puree and brussel sprouts, finished by a raspberry creme brulee.

My friends sampled their goat fromage tart, crab cake, lobster bisque, rack of lamb, steak and prawns, a strawberry profiterole and a trio of tropical sorbets.

We sampled several of their martinis, all of them were well crafted and tasty. The wine list is VERY extensive and offers a variety of price options and vintages, I also appreciated the the option of bottle vs glass on some.  They also helped our party find a wine that would pair well with all of our main entrees.

They do allow you to BYOB but do charge a corking fee.   Honestly though, I am not sure that I would ever bring my own considering that it is a wine/martini bar.

Service was very attentive and they seemed to have booked additional staff to help with the holiday.

The crowd does seem to be 30+ in age range, which I found enjoyable since it was a more mellow/quite evening where I could easily converse with my friends and not have to shout over background noise/music to be heard.

I am looking forward to visiting again soon and through out the spring / summer as their outdoor patio space looks quite nice also.

My husband and I discovered this place over the summer and it is great. Food, atmosphere and drinks are all good. It is really nice to take a long, relaxing walk to this place from our house and have some cheap fancy cocktails to unwind from the day.