50 Best Wine Bars near Franconia

“this was the best experience i had for my birthday and 1st time being here and Timothy was our server and he did an excellent job with his smiles and friendliness and our wonderful bartender Jay zehring was very friendly and kept the smiles going and both were fantastic so whenever you go in greet Timothy and Jay and the drinks were very very good and food was excellent. the whole crew was very friendly and kind and greeted you will lots of smiles and the place is well cleaned and if you have never been to manchester lakes in springfield please do so. i rate them 5 stars 🌟“

“I visited this Indian restaurant with my family and we all had an amazing experience together. The menu offered a great variety of traditional dishes, making it easy for everyone to find something they enjoyed. The butter naan, biryani, and curries were especially delicious and packed with authentic flavor. The portions were generous, and every dish tasted fresh and well prepared. The service was quick, professional, and welcoming, while the friendly staff created a comfortable environment for everyone. Overall, it was a fantastic dining experience that we would happily repeat.“

“My husband & I came here for my birthday and Ibrahim was our server. He was absolutely amazing! Very attentive and kind. We both ordered the peach mocktail, which Ibrahim made, and it was phenomenal. The chicken salad sandwich and the burger were also both very good and the perfect lunch to enjoy by the water on my special day. Easy Company was the best company to spend my birthday with.“

“We had such a wonderful experience hosting our family event at Vin Sur Vingt. The space is so charming, the food and wine were excellent, and the whole evening felt effortless.

From the start, the team was communicative, thoughtful, and incredibly detail-oriented. Carlie and Pen were amazing to work with. They helped with decor and all the final touches, coordinated seamlessly with our vendors, and kept everything running smoothly the night of. They really went above and beyond to bring our vision to life and make sure every guest felt taken care of.

The entire team on the day was also just wonderful. We felt so well looked after and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend for any special event.“

“Last week we enjoyed dinner with Edgar Allen Poe. Okay, so maybe not the man himself- but about as close as I could imagine the experience to be. Dark, decadent, and full of surprise. We got to try their seasonal Poe themed menu, and it’s not just dinner- it nears theatre on a plate.“

“All of my experiences at L’Ardente have been phenomenal. The food, the atmosphere, and the service are all top notch!!!“

“This is my favorite wine bar in town because the food is delicious and the wine selection is plenty! I also love being able to taste the wines when I come in to pick up. It’s a nice little treat and more often than not, I am pleasantly surprised and buy a bottle of one of the tastings.“

“if you ever have a chance to go to the vines Foggy Bottom then do so! it is a lovely environment it's laid back the staff is very friendly and informative. they have a delicious assortment of wines. the food is also very good too. they don't rush you after you finish eating you can sit there and chit chat with your family and friends and drink different types of wine they have a wonderful menu. So if you ever in town please give the Vines Foggy Bottom a visit.“

“What a nice dinner! We were hesitant as my idea was to go to the Red Hen opposite the street, but I’m glad we did. Sitting on the terrace on a summer night was very pleasant (but bring a repellent). The waiter (Terry) was super friendly and relaxed, made a great pasta recommendation. The puttanesca fettuccine were indeed a treat, everything homemade and perfectly balanced, with a kick from the pepper flakes. The price is reasonable and we will gladly be back.“

“The branzino was fresh and deliciously prepared. The accompanying bread was freshly baked. I highly recommend this restaurant.“

“I’m a big fan of this micro business. The place is 50% wine shop 50% curio shop and 50% wine bar. That’s 150% and it’s totally correct. Zena the proprietor is a real hoot. She is incredibly knowledgeable about wine without being at all stuffy. The small selection o bottles offered here for retail sale are expertly curated by her. She knows each bottle intimately and can talk knowledgeably with a wine snob or a mere drunkard.

The real star of the show are her homemade desserts. She does a take on Little Debbie oatmeal snack cakes that is very nearly orgasmic. The chocolate cake is also a star. Try something from the dessert menu and you won’t be disappointed.

The curio shop has wine themed merchandise ranging from the witty to outright bawdy. You will find decanters, rubber ducks, and funny towels. Plus, she has an excellent selection of chocolates.

Full disclosure I’m a wine club member here and I couldn’t be happier“

“Love the foods and place . All employee are very good .“

“Nice wine pair with mussels. Reasonable pricing.“

“We've had lunch and brunch there, and it was all good.“

“We had a really great dinner experience with their prefix menu, and like other reviews that mentioned, the prefix is really good value. Service was superb as well, the waitress actually grilled the meat for us. They had non alcoholic beverage options. It’s been years since I had bingsoo and cold buckwheat noodles with beef broth so it was very sentimental for me to have those dishes again! Atmosphere was definitely more upscale than a regular Korean bbq restaurant.“

“Really enjoyed our anniversary dinner here and the bubbly they poured for us. Great service and beautifully decorated. Wine list has many French and natural/biodynamic wines; waiters/somms have solid recommendations and walk you through the beverage/food menu.

Standout dishes included the tuna tartare amuse bouche, brioche stuffed chicken, morel tart, and clam pasta, although they change their menu every few weeks.

It’s a compact space, but with the carpeted floors and drapes they have it doesn’t get overwhelmingly loud so that you can’t hear other people.

All checks include a 20% service charge, which they fully disclose on the menu and say when giving you your check, which I appreciated!“

“Nice little neighborhood wine bar. Nice selections, friendly bartenders / waitstaff.“

“I had the most wonderful dining experience at La Fromagerie! Everything was delicious and the service was great! I began with champagne and foie gras. Next, I had the bouillabaisse; then, cheese course (a double or triple cream). I finished the meal with a chocolate pot de crème. I can’t wait until my next visit!“

“Great ambiance, food and vibe“

“Great atmosphere & customer service! ❤️“

“got a reservation last second in december so i could check out the holiday decorations after hearing of the restaurants history from a TikTok!! worth visiting for the vibes, and the free shots of amaretto!“

“Ottimo , ci siamo sentiti a casa“

“#AmazingRestaurant #LeSelRestaurant 🥰“

“It is finally nice to eat a meal the marries spices from different continents together to create/perfect comfort foods. Phenomenal.... A party in your mouth!!!“

“Our favorite local spot… always great food, service and drinks, always consistent!“

“If you are coming here with a decent sized part of people, I would highly recommend going with something from the Chef's Menu so you can try a little of everything. You'd be happy you did, and you definitely won't leave hungry.
Myself and four others went here for dinner on a Sunday night and it was phenomenal!
Phoebe did a fantastic job answering our questions about the menu and providing recommendations. When we all decided to do The Classics on the Chef's Menu, Phoebe made sure our wants and needs were addressed, and her and the kitchen provided the most incredible selection of tapas. If my memory serves, we received about 5 or 6 different tapas and two paellas. Then, at the end, the churros were included in the cost.
Overall, the value, quality, and service were all superior and when we're in DC again, we will be back.“

“Absolutely loved my experience at this restaurant during my stay at the Ritz-Carlton. The breakfast was consistently delicious, and I appreciated the staff going above and beyond, especially when they tracked down the peach cream cheese after it was no longer on the menu. The bar area has a fantastic vibe; I even caught the NBA Finals there and had a great time socializing with fellow guests. Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area!“

“Great visit for a first timer! Beautiful restaurant, fantastic food and amazing service!“

“I was lucky enough to get a pre-opening preview of this business tonight. And I was blown away. The place is beautiful, and Megan and Sean are so hospitable and so knowledgeable about wine. I always thought of myself as someone who couldn't tell the difference between acceptable wine and anything better, until Megan poured me a glass of Beaujolais. Amazing.“

“Simply the best hotel I ever stayed“

“Great ambiance and great drinks 🍹 totally recommend for a fun night out 🥂“

“So I get to DCA to find out my next flight was delayed for three hours so I walked around looking for a cosy calm place. I passed all the big names that were flat out over crowded by everyone in a hurry including the servers that wanted to get you in and out. This place is a perfect fit if you want to snack on quality food. The bar had a good number of patron already and yet it was not loud.
The first thing that caught my attention was the Burrata with tomatoes and Prosciutto. It was really good not to different from what I would do at home. When I was looking at the wine list I saw they had Old Fashions on the list so I asked the bar tender if it was hand made and she looked at me like how else would it be... Mind you the last airport used a premix bottled and threw it in a shaker be for they served me the abomination they called an old fashioned. Anyhow the bar tender went straight for the Woodford and made a badass Old Fashioned. Guys this place has more of a Italian/Spaniards spin on meets and cheeses and they have a good wine selection. Hands down this is the better place in the airport.“

“Exceptional throughout from the rooms to dining to sophisticated and attentive staff - thank you for having us.“

“Great meal recently at Cucina Morini !!! The food, service and drinks were all on point !! See the photos for our recommendations !!! You can order half orders of pasta !! Perfect if you want to try different things.“

“Great selection of (good) wines, excellent customer service. Dustin is very friendly and attentive to his customers. Location is accessible. Nice little spot to get away from the big crowds and noise to have a gathering of close friends to hangout with. Definitely recommend it.“

“the food 😋is delicious and the service is great“

“Fantastic new chapter for Compass Rose reimagined as a globally inspired cafe. Delicious lattes and some of the staples carry over from the previous menu (such as the crowd favorite khachapuri). It can get quite busy and seating is limited so plan ahead or try outside of peak times. This is a great addition to the neighborhood as a place to gather and meet.“

“Great food, wines and service.“

“OUT OF THIS WORLD! I am Mexican and this food is just as great as it is in my own country, adding a touch of sophistication, fun and spark! Highly recommend it.“

“We had never tried Afghani food before, and I am so glad we did. The staff was so friendly and helpful with any questions we had. They recommended the Mini Taste of Arocostia for our first time. Everything was FANTASTIC!!! The food was cooked perfectly. The service was great! We never had to ask to have our beverages filled up, because they were already on top of it before we had to ask. They packed all our leftovers into boxes for us for our way home. We will definitely be going back!“

“If you are on a gluten free diet, this restaurant is a real treat. This is the ONLY restaurant I know of in the entire DC area that offers gluten free French toast!!! It is really yummy. It is gluten free cinnamon raison bread that they make into French toast. It is served with maple syrup that has few slices of bananas in it. It is always served warm. (Be sure to look for the bananas. If the French toast is served with sliced strawberries, that is the wheat based French toast.) This restaurant also has gluten free bread so most of their sandwiches can be made gluten free upon request. And they can make their eggs benedict gluten free by using their gluten free toast. It is a very pleasant experience dining here. I usually dine outside. They are located on a small street in Georgetown. Georgetown can be crowded but on this small street, it is never very busy. On a nice weather day, it is a pleasant experience to eat the gluten free French toast while enjoying the weather. The service is always good too. I enthusiastically recommend this restaurant.“

“This place is MOST AWESOMENESS! A definite must come eat!“

“Not much to see here- solid breakfast spot with pretty darn good food, for sure.

However. When my aunt was paying, the clerk was using a handheld toast machine, and, after she paid, he flipped it around to her for a requested tip option.

That’s all normal, but then he proceeded to literally stare my aunt down in her soul as she decided what percentage tip was appropriate. That is absolutely unacceptable. I have worked in fine dining, coffee shops, etc, for years, and that is not how hospitality works. When I say he stared her in her soul, that is an understatement. I couldn’t believe what I was watching.

The employee should be trained to look away politely or literally do ANYTHING but stare people in their soul when deciding tips. He’s a young handsome guy, managers, if you’re reading this, he looks EXACTLY like the character “bear,” from Obsession. Striking resemblance. I’ll attach a photo.

Take care of this please, your establishment will be better off if you do…“

“Lovely spot! Went there for brunch and sat in the sunny window. Steak and eggs was good and fairly priced, as was the coffee. Loved the chillwave/vaporwave playlist on the stereo. Staff were super nice. Totally slept on this place until now, but will be back soon!“

“These guys are stellar, love the concept and the commitment. I written previously about the “heaviness” you can get at a top-end set menu place. FINALLY got the opposite, light, daring, and genuinely surprising.

Advice - do the juice paring. The apricot and chanterelle juice was something we kept talking about and was so perfect. This sets a new bar of excellence for us far beyond simple wine parings.

Really appreciate the details and our primary server, Jack, was wonderful. Local and very fresh celebration of ingredients. Marigold “butter” again, just bonkers and sets a new apotheosis for the kind of subtle innovation I really appreciate.“

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“This is a really great spot for pizza! The sauce was excellent! The pepperoni toasted nicely. But low-key the cesar salad was surprisingly well done. Often looked over, the ratio of the dressing, to the bread crumbs over croutons is a thoughtful choice that worked out really really well. Ill be coming back, hungry for more!“

“Excellent customer service, breathtaking view of the Potomac River. Extensive variety on the menu. I highly recommend all items on the menu, and prompt turnaround time after placing an order.“

“Chocolate pudding 🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤“

“Nice place and Sol Roots Trio performance was excellent!“