13 Best Wine Bars near Crystal Lake

“Delicious unique fare and cocktails. City vibe in the suburbs. Recommend the Vine margarita, braised short rib panini, and holy grail grilled cheese. We’ll be back to support this local restaurant especially because the staff is so friendly.“

“great specialty coffee and a lovely setting. You won't be disappointed!“

“I stopped in to lulu’s tonight for dinner and let me tell you the food is so good! I got an Italian beef which was very filling and delicious! The wife got the Italian on focaccia and this thing was great! Kenzie was very friendly and very helpful ordering. Overall this place is truly a hidden gem! If you haven’t stopped in I highly recommend you take a trip. You won’t be disappointed!“

“The best! Everything is fresh and amazing. Staff and owner treat u like family. AMAZING!!!“

“1776 was a true delight! We spent the 4th of July here 🇺🇸. The food was truly an inspiration. Our waiter Josh was an absolute gem and sweeter than sorghum. We will return and request him as our waiter every time. Love this place.“

“Just happened upon this venue after dining next door. Kenny escorted us downstairs and I knew immediately I wanted to celebrate my grandson turning 30. Wow wow wow! It totally exceeded my expectation’s and Kenny the King was an amazing host. Memories were made last night. Thank you Kenny for everything. Lynda and family“

“Excellent vegetarian options“

“Sofie’s Whiskey & Wine is hands down one of my favorite spots in Woodstock! Cozy, stylish, and with an impeccable selection of whiskey and wine, it’s the kind of place where you can unwind, sip something amazing, and actually enjoy a conversation.

The wine list? Chef’s kiss. Whether you’re into bold reds, crisp whites, or something in between, they’ve got a thoughtful selection that never disappoints. And if whiskey’s your thing, you’ll be in heaven—so many great pours to choose from.

Pro tip: Don’t miss their wine tastings—such a fun way to explore new favorites. And if you can time it right, catch one of their live music nights. The vibe is always spot-on, and the talent they bring in makes for a perfect evening.

Sofie’s is a true gem—whether you’re stopping in for a glass, a bottle, or a full night out. Highly recommend!“

“Great place to buy liquor, and beer. They also have a full service bar,the entire staff is very friendly and professional.Not to mention the people who patronize are also very polite and friendly. It's a must stop, if you haven't been there The owner is also very knowledgable about wines, ect“

“Food is great made fresh. Owner and staff are awesome. Very clean and neat atmosphere. They treat you like family“

“We went to Woodfire for my birthday. The food and service is excellent. Vicki was our server and she was very friendly and attentive. The food is so fresh and homemade. The pizza crust is crisp on the outside and chewy on the inside. There is an assortment of types of pizza, but the cheese pizza is the best I’ve ever had. The pasta is rich and delicious. It’s cooked perfectly and the vodka sauce is amazing. The appetizers, home brewed beer, and desserts are phenomenal too. Step aside Coopers Hawk, I have a new favorite restaurant!“

“Awesome experience with coffee or alcohol. Cool layout that offers a great experience and drink. Fun seating and options. Staff was great and we will be back.“

“We just finished celebrating our daughter's college graduation at the Cooper's Hawk in Algonquin. I cannot say enough about the awesome experience we had. Starting with Angelina handling all the details to the planning of the event, to the room being set up just perfect; to Joel and Natalie who were the absolute best servers we could have had; to the delicious food (OMG the salmon) and dessert that was served; and of course, not to mention the wonderful wine tasting bar. All our guests were so impressed! Thank you, Cooper's Hawk, for taking such good care of us. You made our celebration one we will remember.“