37 Best Wine Bars near Waltham

“Beautiful interior and food was amazing. The staff and bartenders were very attentive as well.“

“I and my husband had a dinner yesterday and food was delicious, Angelo, our server was excellent, real pro. The restaurant by itself gave us a feeling of the real Italy. Thank you!“

“An impromtu visit to celebrate a work win. Always a fantastic meal, my wife's favorite steak prep method with the butter on her ribeye. The creamed spinach and au gratin potatoes are big faovorites too. Wine and coctails were equally satisfying and very well prepared. Service was very polite and timely but not obtrusive. Never an easy task and usually a challenge keeping our teenager's water glass full and napkin supply sufficient! We'll be back again soon!“

“Cozy and intimate spot with a good variety of wine options that seem to change often. Make sure you get reservations because there aren't a lot of tables. There are some small snack options like a cheese board, and deserts, too. The creme brulee and chocolate cake are really tasty!“

“All you can ask for in a wine bar.“

“An absolutely fantastic dining experience at Giulia. This is the kind of place that reminds you why great Italian restaurants are so special—thoughtful dishes, incredible flavors, and an atmosphere that feels both intimate and memorable.

Every dish we had was outstanding. The seafood pasta special with seabass and calamari was exceptional—perfectly prepared and packed with flavor. The squash appetizer was another highlight and set the tone for a meal where every course felt carefully crafted and unique. From start to finish, the food was creative, balanced, and simply delicious.

The service matched the quality of the food—attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely welcoming without ever feeling rushed. It’s exactly the kind of experience you hope for when dining at a private Italian restaurant where the focus is clearly on great food and great hospitality.

To cap it all off, the post-meal limoncellos were excellent and the perfect finish to a memorable dinner.

If you enjoy Italian cuisine that’s both authentic and inventive, Giulia is an absolute must-visit.“

“My mom and I got a light dinner and drinks and absolutely loved it. The food was phenomenal. My mom’s favorite was the broccoli and I couldn’t decide my fave between the broccoli, chicken skewers, and brussel sprouts. Allergies were so well cared for. We will definitely be back.“

“We love Dear Annie! The wine selection is amazing, we’ve never had a bad bite or sip. Shoutout to the onion dip and potato chips that we get every time. We’ve even hosted a private event here (the dear Annie staff was amazing) - it was our favorite gathering to date“

“What an amazing place. In these times when we are still not comfortable dining indoors this place rocks. The chef behind these dishes knows a thing or two about bringing beer garden food to a totally new level. Thank you chef and staff in front of the house.“

“Great romantic spot for a casual date. Fun staff great wines, good music, killer ambiance“

“The food was beyond amazing! The vibe of the restaurant was magnificent and the service exceeded our expectations. We were pleasantly and respectfully attended to throughout our dining experience. This restaurant has now made it to our top 10 local restaurants as this was our 3rd consecutive visit. I definitely recommend Boston Restaurant Bar & Grill.“

“Amazing food and bookstore!“

“Great food and great service! I even got gluten free chicken parm and spaghetti which was excellent! They have a wonderful food and drink menu. Our server Jess was was excellent as well. The manager Nick greeted us when we came in and found us a great table by the window. So the bottom line is, this is a great restaurant and I'm so happy we found this little gem! We will be back!“

“Everything 10/10. From start to finish — the food, hospitality, music, vibes. We sat at the bar with Renato who was just the best. We tried the meatballs, garlic bread (omg?), the pepperoni with pearl onions, roasted squash pizza and tiramisu — from start to finish everything was absolutely incredible. We are now garlic bread groupies and can’t wait to be back! 5🌟“

“I went season 52 tonight for thanksgiving dinner , for the first time , the restaurant is amazing great atmosphere , The food was unbelievable, the best thanksgiving dinner ever , excellent service by Jodi M , she’s was very nice, polite and friendly I highly recommend this place ! I will be back for sure .“

“Vertigo Trio would like to thank Prep Neighborhood Kitchen for an incredible meal at our gig in their restaurant last night. Just absolutely fabulous! These guys are like "Bear" but with less swearing and death threats!“

“The staff and management are always super nice and the food delicious! Guaranteed good time!“

“Our party of 14 had the wonderful opportunity for the private room Sunday June 5th. The 50th anniversary party was treated royally by Ron and Sharon. Their service and knowledge of the entrees was spot on. The kitchen staff didn't disappoint! Everything about our visit just needed to be acknowledged! Thank you.“

“Jake and Jeremy did a superlative job taking great care of us as customers with excellent service, organized, efficient, and food quality outstanding. Highly recommend the restaurant and servers Jake and Jeremy. They deserve a raise.“

“An excellent dinner. Purple carrots! Lemon potatoes! Tahini mushroom with an egg! Blue fish! Good service. Guy ran down The block to return my bracelet which had fallen off! They give you the check in a Copy of the Constitution! Recommend but why are you not accessible! Such a contradiction of your stated philosophy. Should at least put it on your website with your apology“

“Dined here a number of times - the sun-chokes are amazing and the bread is divine. The entrees are always thoughtful and plated. Make sure you get a desert - whatever it is, it tastes great. Always excellent service who are not robots but kind, attentive and knowledgable. Always a treat to go there!“

“Best Italian pasta I ever tried!!!“

“10/10 experience! Great coffee and breakfast. Love the vibe of the atmosphere!“

“Small beer selection, wine and a bar. But they were great, super friendly, and the food was good.“

“" just like to say that Putterhamgrille did the best job on my passover meal, Friday was so busy but the staff/team at Putterham was so organized they had everything ready as soon as I walked in the door, also besides my regular set order, the gentleman at the front helped me select more delicious sides to go with my Passover meal"“

“Absolutely phenomenal! My goodness, the Gluten Free -right there baked- bread was other worldly!🤯 I had never had such an amazing Gluten Free Naan bread in my life! The service was amazing. My salmon was half raw, but as soon as I brought it to their attention, they recooked it. Not the same, but good.“

“We went to this Capital Grille location for a family dinner and had such a wonderful experience. Our server, Jose R., was absolutely amazing! This was only our second time going out for fine dining since having our newborn, and we were a little nervous bringing the stroller. At another restaurant we tried previously, we didn’t feel very welcomed—but that was definitely not the case here.

From the moment we arrived, the entire staff was warm and accommodating. They seated us in a section where our whole family fit comfortably and the stroller wasn’t an issue at all. Jose and the rest of the team were incredibly attentive throughout the evening.

When they learned our baby was only three weeks old, Jose surprised us with the cutest bib and even brought out a dessert to celebrate his birth. Such a thoughtful gesture that made the night extra special.

Overall, it was an amazing experience, and we would absolutely return to this location without hesitation!“

“Had a great meal last night - showed up a little later after a high school b-ball game and had fast service, great servers, and amazing food. I was starving because I missed lunch - had tuna tartare app (best I have had in a while), ceased salad starter, and halibut entree. All courses were A+!“

“I have been coming to the Hearth for many years...the staff is friendly, the atmosphere relaxing and comforting, and the food and beverages are from local sources, well prepared, tasty and satisfying. The owners and management have also shown a dedication to supporting the arts by encouraging local musicians to play at the restaurant. I highly recommend this restaurant.“

“AMAZING. Both quality of food, and service. Our server last evening was Patrick, who was professional and delightful. I let him chose my wine and it did not disappoint. Excellent preparation of venison as well. 10/10 experience, as we don't eat out often - and we were impressed. Wonderful evening, will be back. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Mark and Toni's might have a bit of an outdated atmosphere, but their food is really really good. I eat out about once a week, and this is usually my go-to place 50% of the time. Their side of chicken tenders is the best in the area, the meatless sub is super well balanced and has excellent flavor, and they have good other things too (fries, chicken parm, etc.). I will say that their pizza is mid.“

“Great tapas. Lots of flavor“

“Row 34 Kenmore was excellent from start to finish. Our servers were friendly and helpful with negotiating the menu. The food is fantastic. Folks loved the Fluke and shrimp and grits, and the hot butter lobster roll was the best we've ever had. Also, you MUST try the butterscotch pudding, it's super-smooth and so delicious!“

“Fabulous like the sister one in south end“

“Nice place for a celebration! Great food and customer service!!“

“I killed some time here while my daughter was at a concert next door. I just had a mocktail, which was tasty, and I appreciated that they had several mocktail options listed on the drink menu. I was a little hungry, but none of the food sounded especially good and seemed a little overpriced, so I just stuck with my drink and grabbed a bite later.
It was a Friday night, and they were doing karaoke. The karaoke dj cut my song off less than halfway in, which was a first for me at karaoke, but maybe I'm just a much worse singer than I realized lol. It was still fun and a nice way to kill some time.
It seems like they have fun ongoing special events as well as some game tables. I think this would be a fun place to grab a drink with friends or come after a concert.“

“I had an amazing experience and can’t wait to go back🥰“