The Wine Bistro

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  We went here on a whim Saturday night. Whim = me driving down High St. and shouting "Ooo, wine bistro!!!".
  
  We got super lucky, we wandered in without a reservation and snagged the last table. Then we settled in for a heavenly meal. We both got wine flights; I got the "Diamonds in the rough" and he got "Baby got blends"... and we were both pleased. Then we stared at the menu and ordered via whim (again). By far, our favorite things were the olive hummus in the hummus trio. We fought over it. And the chocolate pot de creme for dessert was sinfully good. Our server, Lexie (sp?), was awesome... she made great recommendations and was all-around fabulous.
  
  On a whim or not, We will definitely come back here.

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  Posted on 04.22.13 Stephanie P.

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  The best wine bistro location, just because it takes two minutes for me to get there. Finally one great hang out spot in Clintonville area. If only they would extend their hours into late midnight.
  
  I also happen to believe that you can judge a quality of a restaurant from its restroom. Based solely on that factor, they are a winner! Probably one of the best, most well-thought, spacious restroom in Columbus, lol.
  
  I have seen places with more wine collection, but I think this place covers the basic. Not a wine lovers, so I won't talk much about it. There are $8 corking fee nonetheless, so I thought that was a bummer considering the server had a super rough time opening our bottle and one of us had to help her.
  
  But, a great addition to Clintonville list of restaurants.

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  Posted on 04.09.13 Gerry J.

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  I will probably come here again because the ambiance is really nice and the menu looked really nice.  However, I wasn't super impressed with the wine selection and it would be nice if they had more flight selections.  The price per glass was on the high side but not ridiculous, ditto for the food.  Really the only travesty to me was that there is an $8 corking fee for bottles!  That is just ridiculous in my opinion since your only options are glasses on the menu.
  
  For real wine lovers I would say House Wine or Spagio's wine room are better options but for a glass of wine and dinner, this is a nice place.

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  Posted on 04.05.13 Morgan M.

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  As far as I'm concerned, 3 Wine Bistros are not enough.
  
  This is their brand-spankin' newest location (as of late March) and is reminiscent of all the reasons I'm a fan!
  
  For starters, wine. WIne! Wine everywhere! Lining the walls. Glasses on the tables. Empty bottles for decor. Wine, wine all over the place. Just the way I like it.
  
  Every Monday & Tuesday bottle fees are waived so you can get an amazing bottle without worrying about the extra 'somethin.' Hell, have two! Hah.
  
  The menu is pretty great as well. Not the best of the best, but reasonably priced, and all pair reallllly well with good wines.
  
  My top picks are for sure the veal meatball & any flatbread. The prosciutto & fig & veal flatbread in particular.
  
  Of course you have small table options for dining/drinking, and big group tables as well, or even the bar! The group dining room seats I think 8-10 and the only thing required is a reservation. No fee. I think there is a $200 minimum though - but that's easy. Duh, wine!
  
  The most delightful part of my visit was the amazingly comfortable lounge area with the most stylish - but more importantly, most comfortable chairs - which I've come to appreciate with a delicious glass of California red.
  
  You'll find me there at least 4 Tuesdays out of the month for no corkage fee nights. Oh, wait.

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  Posted on 04.03.13 Christina C.

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  Visited Friday, March 29. Great location.  Finally, Clintonville has a great restaurant with waitstaff.  The warm olives, house salad and chicken entree were very good.  The wine sampler of 3 wines is very nice, though cumbersome for a table for two.  Struggled to give it 3 or 4 stars.  As it is newly opened, there were a few kinks for the waitstaff to work out.  Also, as someone who avoids gluten, my food options were very limited.  Vegetarians and vegans may also have trouble.  I'm hoping The Wine Bistro will make some adjustments given the Clintonville crowd.  I would definitely frequent the place if more gluten-less options were available.  Weekend reservations for tables will be a necessity.

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  Posted on 03.31.13 Lisa M.

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