23 Best Wine Bars near Carmel

“Wine and rind is one of the best places to get dinner and grab a drink in midtown. The staff is friendly and attentive. The charcuterie boards are delicious. The drink menu and wine selection are great. The patio seating is wonderful during the spring and summer- A must stop for us whenever in midtown Carmel - highly recommend“

“This wine bar is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, the warm and cozy furniture makes you feel right at home. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between stylish and comfortable, creating a wonderful space to unwind.

The customer service was truly fantastic—every staff member was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, making the experience even more enjoyable. Whether you’re a wine lover or just looking for a relaxing place to sit back, you’re in great hands here.

It’s also a perfect spot for family and friends to gather. We had such a great time chatting, sipping wine, and enjoying the relaxed vibe. If you’re looking for a welcoming place to spend an evening, this wine bar is definitely worth a visit! 🍷✨“

“We had a party of 10 for a birthday celebration for our 19 year old grandson and granddaughter. First of all, it was raining and we were pleasantly surprised they had complimentary valet service. The restaurant decor was beautiful and it added to the celebration. The choices of sides to go with the steak we ordered were very good and serving a complimentary salad with the steak was appreciated. Our server Matthew and the assistant Michele were exceptional and made the celebration very special. We will go here again.“

“Josephine in Carmel — Vive la French Revolution (of Flavor)! 🇫🇷🥩🍷 We double-dated with my sister and brother-in-law last night at Josephine, where Executive Chef Andrew Popp (of Ambrosia Hospitality Group, owned by Dan and Anna Cage) continues to rewrite the book on French cuisine in Indianapolis—one perfect plate at a time. Let’s start with the steak frites. I’ve had them everywhere from Chicago to Paris, and I’ll say it: these are the best. Crispy, salty perfection paired with a steak so tender it practically whispered, merci. I came for the frites (my favorite), but I’ll be back for the boeuf bourguignon, which appeared as last night’s special. We ordered one for the table “just to taste” — and then promptly considered ordering four more. Julia Child would have wept tears of butter-scented joy. Service? Polished but friendly — like a Parisian waiter who’s actually glad you’re there. Drinks? Excellent. Company? Lovely. Evening? Perfect. Chef Popp, if you’re reading this: consider this my official campaign to make that boeuf bourguignon a permanent resident on your menu. Vive Josephine! #JosephineCarmel #AmbrosiaHospitalityGroup #FrenchCuisine #SteakFrites #BoeufBourguignon #IndyEats #FoodieFinds #BonAppétit“

“First time trying them for my Mother’s Day meal. Everything was delicious and arranged beautifully!“

“Can’t say enough about how good the cooking is at this restaurant! I really enjoyed the Shrimp and Grits risotto! And the Pork special was absolutely wonderful. It came with collard greens and a southern style gravy that I don’t know could be so good! Don’t forget to try their wedge salad. It’s a winner. Overall I’m super happy to have this restaurant in Carmel.“

“We had the best dinner at Verde last night! Super delicious food, wonderful service and the flowers and plants are so beautiful- a wonderful atmosphere! 5 stars!“

“We had a great time at our wine tasting at the Westfield Wine Vault! Andy and Omi (?) were spectacular hosts, providing very useful information in a very relaxed way.“

“We had a great dinner tonight to celebrate my birthday! It was our first time there but will not be our last! Our server, Taylor Swift, was awesome!!“

“Season 52 is the most consistent “chain”restaurant when it comes to service and food quality.
Indianapolis, thank you!
Steph, on my first night I mentioned I’d be dining there for three nights, and she remembered me when I returned the next evening. She even introduced me to Zoe, knowing I'd likely be back again. By the third night, Zoe already knew my drink and remembered details from our previous conversations. She also did a great job of introducing Aiden. bartend who made the evening enjoyable with his friendly conversation and genuine hospitality.
What stood out most was how seamless and personal the experience felt. The team made me feel welcome every night, the meals were cooked to perfection.“

“Outstanding service. Phenomenal food! From the bread/appetizers to the meal and tiramisu dessert 👌🏻 We were absolutely amazed by with every bite. I can’t wait to go back.“

“Girrrrrrrrrl. Walk, run, sprint to get this tiramisu ❤️“

“The dark chocolate brownies they have alone are worth stopping by.“

“Loved this restaurant! My husband and I went on Friday. Had the best meal. Loved the shrimp appetizer, only wish there were more than 4. Steak was to die for. Everyone was very friendly and professional. I will go back again!!!“

“Had dinner on Monday for a private event. I’m still thinking about it days later. Best meal I’ve had in a while. The brisket was cooked so uniquely I’ve never had anything like it. 15/10. Service was excellent.“

“Our server Hannah was super! The food was of the same quality -maybe even better than the original downtown location on a busy night! Calming, peaceful, high end space for both casual and formal dinning. Excellent Happy Hour Menu also!“

“Absolutely DELICIOUS! This is one of our favorite pizza places. The meat lovers w/ Prosciutto pizza is our fav! Make sure to also get the bianca focaccia cheesy bread and add garlic to it! 🤤😋“

“Perfect venue for our daughter's Baby Shower. They have a beautiful upstairs private area for events. Our family and guests were well accommodated. Their dining and catering menu were surprisingly great also delicious! Outstanding service and we highly recommend you consider 'Just Pop In!' Hidden gem in Broad Ripple right by the Monon.“

“Details make a huge difference in taste. Bruschetta was the best I’ve had in the US. Crispy bread and flavorful tomato topping is harder to achieve than you might think. Ravioli and pork chop were delightful. We are adding to our list of favorites“

“Last night was my first time eating here, it was some of the best food that I have had. I had the chicken dinner and it was excellent, highly recommend! I love the atmosphere and the music was very nice.“

“Really great food! Their pizza and chopped salad were wonderful! Good wine and great pumpkin goat cheesecake!“

“Two of my friends and I ate at Auberge last evening and all the food was supreme. One had the monk fish chowder...another had the Taste of the Alps and I had the scallops. We are very used to eating at outstanding restaurants and once again found the food at Auberge high on our list. The wait staff were both excellently trained and made the evening even more enjoyable. We are felllow Village merchants and are very proud to recommend Auberge to all of our clients.“

“Food was just okay, nothing special. Our server was very nice but not very attentive even though the restaurant wasn't very busy. Drinks took 40 minutes! And I had a $10 discount that was shown to the server but she didn't take it off our bill.“