Screwtop Wine Bar

Now that I'm in my 30's, my definition of going out as changed drastically. I still enjoy conversing over drinks and getting all dolled up. What I don't enjoy is crowded bars with freshly minted 21 year olds bumping and grinding against me and spilling beer down my back. As my good friend Roger Murtaugh would say, "I'm getting too old for this sh..." I just want to go out and catch up with friends somewhere other than our couches once in awhile. Away from babies, husbands, boyfriends, pets, etc.

We picked Screwtop because it was long on my Places to Check Out list. I was not disappointed. We arrived around 7 on a Saturday night without reservations. I was a little surprised at how small the bar actually is but it was buzzing. We were able to snag the end of an empty community table. Our server was quick to greet us and was so helpful when we weren't sure what to order. He brought out some samples to taste as well.

I should probably note that I've never been to a dedicated wine bar. This was pretty fancy for me, yet the atmosphere was casual and the ambiance was buzzing. I loved it. In lieu of an actual dinner, my friends and I decided to split 3 appetizers. If we wanted to stay, we'd order more, but we found the appetizers filled us up pretty well.

The food was amazing and the wine paired perfectly with them, thanks to our server.

We had a great time, the service was impeccable, the atmosphere was vibrant and cool. It was a perfect way to spend girls' night out. I will definitely be a repeat customer.

We love Screwtop. This locally owned and operated wine bar/restaurant is a shining star of the community. As a local resident, it's so refreshing to have a unpretentious, fun, establishment that has developed it's own unique charm. How many times my lady and I have witnessed first dates here, couples laughing together while sharing bottles of wine.

The food is amazingly tasty, also. I love their simple yet elevated and refined grilled cheese sandwich. Oozing with 3 cheezes, it's pressed down and presented crunchy and warm with a lovely salad and tomato soup. It's my go to even in the summer time but perfect for cold, wintry nights.

We recommend this restaurant to all of our friends when seeking a low-key establishment, and in particular, friends that are wine aficionados.

I've only been here for lunch during work, but I love the buffaloaf lunch special.  It's a half sandwich with a choice of soup or salad.  I really like getting the tomato soup with it.  It's so satisfying it's hard to try something else on the menu.  Price is reasonable for $8.99.  

I'll have to come back another time to actually enjoy the wine.