Pound for pound, Crushpad can go up against the best wine bars in the world. The service, selection, location, pricing, decor, and atmosphere are all on point. Keep up the good work Crushpad!
Because of the reps I've put in at Crushpad, I've been able to comfortably navigate wine bars from Florence to Paris. Wine can be intimidating, but Crushpad is there to hold your hand and give you the experience needed to navigate fine wine with comfort and confidence so you don't look or feel like a tourist when you're abroad - granted, I will always look like a tourist, but that is besides the point...
This place is 5-stars before you consider their special dinners, distributor tastings, or incredible regional wine tasting events. As a local, I do find myself going here more for the special events, but I think that is because I'd be here every night if I didn't set up some sort of personal boundaries.
Notice - Yes there is a $15 corkage fee per bottle. This may feel like nickel-and-diming, but it is a heck of a lot better than the alternative to charge you the typical 300% markup. Go explore some amazing wines that are specifically curated by a knowledgable staff. If you think it is a 'bad deal' look up the prices per bottle at any other restaurant and I'm confident you'd realize that you're actually sitting in a very special place that is actually trying to take care of you, not swindle you.
Their bathroom has dope wallpaper. I'm not sure if its a thing about bathrooms at wine bars flexing on each other by how cool and over there top bathrooms are decorated, but its a vibe and I'm here for it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Zach Gozlan
They know what happened.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 1
Meaghan Parchert
I wish I lived in Charlottesville so this place could be my spot. Really nice atmosphere, great staff and great wine selection.
Desmond Varner
By happenstance, my partner and I went into CrushPad to cap the night. We enjoyed Chardonnay and the Riesling. I’m no sommelier but the Riesling was crisp and refreshing. The Chardonnay was incredibly smooth and balanced on the palate. The waiter was great but the chef Fredrick was incredible. He made us the most delectable pasta that was homemade and like no other. It paired perfectly with our wine. He also made a rich chocolate and raspberry desert.
Hallie Falquet
Vegetarian options: Lots of vegetarian options. And not just side dishes, main plates. The squash crostini was out of this world. The servers were really helpful with wine selections too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessica Detmer-Lillard
We had a work get together here and it was great! Great service and really enjoyed the food and wine selection. A great unique spot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mattie C
We stumbled upon this on Sunday evening as things were closing down. Running late from some shopping and wandering around C’ville. What a great surprise and cannot wait to return. Great selection of wines by the glass, and the selection of take home wines was stellar. There is the normal charcuterie board options, but they have a cross marketing option with a sister restaurant for various “real meals”. My wife had a great vegetarian pasta and i had an excellent pork ragu dish. My only frankly still obnoxious point with the store is they charged a $15 corkage fee on a full priced bottle of wine I (> $50) bought from the store to have a glass with dinner after already ordering three glasses between the two of us. I’ve never experienced this anywhere else, and frankly it put a bit of a damper on what was otherwise a great experience. Next time I’ll know not to buy wine at the store, and just buy by the glass instead.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Charcuterie Board
Sara Vinchiarello
Best of the best such a fun spot! Esp if you love good wine and bourbon. Very inviting atmosphere
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
courtney cox
We were walking by and were instantly drawn into this restaurant. The wine selection is incredible and the food is delicious. We had the sparkling wine of the night which i believe was a Rose, a white cranberry cosmo, a delicious pizza (cant remember the name) and the bolo pasta. we loved everything! except the white cosmos, we told the waitress and she brought us some juice and then it was delicious lol.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Cameron Hicks
A pretty wine shop with lots of options and great service! Just wish they stocked more Virginia wines.
We stumbled upon Crush Pad Wines and instantly loved it. The atmosphere was cozy, and the service was exceptional, with staff who were incredibly knowledgeable about their wines. The rosemary bread was unforgettable—the best bread I’ve ever had in my life. We enjoyed our visit so much that we returned a second time before leaving. It’s a perfect spot for wine lovers looking for a laid-back yet high-quality experience. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tempranillo, Cheese Plate
Daniel Williams
We love this place for the wine.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Iram Fazli
Food was great but bartenders were on their phones watching loud videos and it ruined my experience.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Chardonnay
Sarah Flemmings
Food was great but bartenders were on their phones watching loud videos and it ruined my experience.
Pound for pound, Crushpad can go up against the best wine bars in the world. The service, selection, location, pricing, decor, and atmosphere are all on point. Keep up the good work Crushpad!
Because of the reps I've put in at Crushpad, I've been able to comfortably navigate wine bars from Florence to Paris. Wine can be intimidating, but Crushpad is there to hold your hand and give you the experience needed to navigate fine wine with comfort and confidence so you don't look or feel like a tourist when you're abroad - granted, I will always look like a tourist, but that is besides the point...
This place is 5-stars before you consider their special dinners, distributor tastings, or incredible regional wine tasting events. As a local, I do find myself going here more for the special events, but I think that is because I'd be here every night if I didn't set up some sort of personal boundaries.
Notice - Yes there is a $15 corkage fee per bottle. This may feel like nickel-and-diming, but it is a heck of a lot better than the alternative to charge you the typical 300% markup. Go explore some amazing wines that are specifically curated by a knowledgable staff. If you think it is a 'bad deal' look up the prices per bottle at any other restaurant and I'm confident you'd realize that you're actually sitting in a very special place that is actually trying to take care of you, not swindle you.
Their bathroom has dope wallpaper. I'm not sure if its a thing about bathrooms at wine bars flexing on each other by how cool and over there top bathrooms are decorated, but its a vibe and I'm here for it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
They know what happened.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 1
I wish I lived in Charlottesville so this place could be my spot. Really nice atmosphere, great staff and great wine selection.
By happenstance, my partner and I went into CrushPad to cap the night. We enjoyed Chardonnay and the Riesling. I’m no sommelier but the Riesling was crisp and refreshing. The Chardonnay was incredibly smooth and balanced on the palate. The waiter was great but the chef Fredrick was incredible. He made us the most delectable pasta that was homemade and like no other. It paired perfectly with our wine. He also made a rich chocolate and raspberry desert.
Vegetarian options: Lots of vegetarian options. And not just side dishes, main plates. The squash crostini was out of this world. The servers were really helpful with wine selections too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had a work get together here and it was great! Great service and really enjoyed the food and wine selection. A great unique spot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We stumbled upon this on Sunday evening as things were closing down. Running late from some shopping and wandering around C’ville. What a great surprise and cannot wait to return. Great selection of wines by the glass, and the selection of take home wines was stellar. There is the normal charcuterie board options, but they have a cross marketing option with a sister restaurant for various “real meals”. My wife had a great vegetarian pasta and i had an excellent pork ragu dish. My only frankly still obnoxious point with the store is they charged a $15 corkage fee on a full priced bottle of wine I (> $50) bought from the store to have a glass with dinner after already ordering three glasses between the two of us. I’ve never experienced this anywhere else, and frankly it put a bit of a damper on what was otherwise a great experience. Next time I’ll know not to buy wine at the store, and just buy by the glass instead.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Charcuterie Board
Best of the best such a fun spot! Esp if you love good wine and bourbon. Very inviting atmosphere
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We were walking by and were instantly drawn into this restaurant. The wine selection is incredible and the food is delicious. We had the sparkling wine of the night which i believe was a Rose, a white cranberry cosmo, a delicious pizza (cant remember the name) and the bolo pasta. we loved everything! except the white cosmos, we told the waitress and she brought us some juice and then it was delicious lol.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
A pretty wine shop with lots of options and great service! Just wish they stocked more Virginia wines.
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We stumbled upon Crush Pad Wines and instantly loved it. The atmosphere was cozy, and the service was exceptional, with staff who were incredibly knowledgeable about their wines. The rosemary bread was unforgettable—the best bread I’ve ever had in my life. We enjoyed our visit so much that we returned a second time before leaving. It’s a perfect spot for wine lovers looking for a laid-back yet high-quality experience. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tempranillo, Cheese Plate
We love this place for the wine.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was great but bartenders were on their phones watching loud videos and it ruined my experience.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Chardonnay
Food was great but bartenders were on their phones watching loud videos and it ruined my experience.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Chardonnay
Great service, great food!
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