50 Best Wine Bars near Mclean

“❤️ Neutral Ground Bar & Kitchen“

“We stay at this Ritz-Carlton location from time to time, and Entyse is a focal point of those visits. It’s an all-day operation, and indeed the only dining option on-property. The bartenders and wait staff are highly attentive, personable, and quick to remember your preferences. There’s usually a decent crowd, and on weekends there’s live music ranging from jazz piano to a classic hits band.

While it is definitely a lounge first and a restaurant second, there is a decently extensive menu for each breakfast, lunch and dinner with a number of tempting options. There’s also a bar menu that’s served all day and until midnight daily, which is a godsend for the weary traveler arriving late in the evening.

So many places close early in this post-Covid era that it’s great to see a proper hotel bar open late nightly.

Oh, and if you’re a wine person like I am, you’ll certainly enjoy the 25+ options offered by the glass. Although we are guests of the hotel, it’s easy to see why so many locals frequent this lounge too.“

“We had a wonderful time, we had the Wagyu Burger & Wine special, it was yummy and meat was cooked to perfection! Wine options were tasty. We Celebrated Anniversary, table had little hearts and handwritten note. Service was wonderful! Thank you! Wendy & Brian“

“I was disappointed that they were out of 2 of my dinner requests and dinner to a great deal of time from the time of ordering until it was delivered to our table. The service, however was great, my meal was comped, and there is always a wide selection of food, wines, and cocktails.“

“Today my husband and I had the opportunity to dine at Fleming. The staff was AMAZING! Matt, the manager was on top of every request, need, and want. As soon as anyone in the restaurant needed anything, we witnessed him assisting the service staff to make sure that it was done immediately. He is the type of manager that people dream of! Wish he were on my team. Luis was our server and was great! He was on top of our every need, was attentive, and easily on of the best servers I've ever had. To round out the team, Juan was behind Luis with any additional support that we needed. Quiet professional with great service; Quick, fast, and in a hurry. The ambiance of the restaurant is hard to find in DC. It was quiet enough for a one on one conversation, but energetic enough to make sure that we were not bored. The food was top notch! My stomach hurts because I should have tapped out 15 minutes ago but the food was too good to stop. I'd recommend the Leviathan wine and tomahawk steak. We are big eaters and could not finish our salads and soup, steak, or desserts! My husband highly recommends the French onion soup, Mac and cheese, and Brussels sprouts. Overall the service, ambiance, food, and staff were wayyyyyy more than we expected. We look forward to patronizing this location again. I wish I had pics, but we ate too fast.“

“I hosted a friend’s birthday party at ShipGarten and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From start to finish, the staff was absolutely amazing. They made the entire planning process easy and stress-free, with clear, quick, and efficient communication every step of the way. They were incredibly accommodating. The food was great, my favorites were the funnel cake fries and the guacamole. The Cider was delicious!!! The venue itself is fantastic for hosting events, and I highly recommend ShipGarten for birthdays, gatherings, or any special occasion. One of the things I love most is that they also host dog-friendly events, which makes the place even more special! I had an amazing time and will absolutely be using ShipGarten for future events!!!“

“Good place to go with friends.“

“Charming smaller restaurant with friendly service, a very good wine list and delicious food. Once you find street parking, you can choose from several small tables on the street or comfortable seating inside this very attractive restaurant. There were three of us having dinner which consisted of Gnocchi, Chicken Milanese and an outstanding pork chop with caramel sauce. This restaurant really is a neighborhood gem. The noise level is high, but that is the only negative thing that I can think of to say.“

“Ottimo , ci siamo sentiti a casa“

“We visited this restaurant to celebrate our wedding anniversary, and it was a wonderful experience! The food was outstanding, and the service was exceptional. The restaurant has a beautiful, elegant atmosphere that makes it perfect for a special occasion. Our server, Reeya, was especially nice, friendly, and attentive, which made our evening even more enjoyable.
We truly enjoyed our experience and would definitely love to come back again. Highly recommended for anyone looking for delicious food, excellent service, and a fancy dining atmosphere!“

“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.“

“Great ambiance, food and vibe“

“Nice wine pair with mussels. Reasonable pricing.“

“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!“

“We walked in 45 minutes before our reservation and they accommodated us. Their Martini's and Old Fashioned's were impeccably prepared. We had Steak Tartare, Chorizo Dumplings, and Blackened Cod. They each had unique and unexpected flavorings that challenged any preconceived ideas we had, they were each unique and the flavor profiles worked across them. I would go back and try separate offerings.“

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

“Great beers and delicious locally sourced foods“

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

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

“excellent peruvian foood!!!! totally recommend!!!!!! i was very impressed and drove 1.5hrs to try it. worth the drive!!!!!!“

“Service and ambiance were excellent as usual. Tried the special - NY strip since I love the steak frites and short ribs. Should have stuck with regular menu items. Steak was very rough and a little overcooked for med rare. Still one of our faves in FFX City.“

“#AmazingRestaurant #LeSelRestaurant 🥰“

“Great spot for “golden hour” (their version of happy hour)! Nice and diverse wine list, very tasty small plates. We got sold on the wine club, which seems like a fantastic deal (and gives a good reason to come back). Alexandra was so kind and attentive and had great advice on what to try.“

“Great atmosphere & customer 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 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.“

“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“

“Each dish kept getting better! Was not disappointed with anything I ordered and I ordered almost the entire menu! The service was top notch, was running behind but no wait! Our server and food runner were amazing as well and the management! Great ambiance as well!“

“Our experience at this restaurant was absolutely wonderful. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was cozy and inviting, and everything was spotless. From the great ambiance to the excellent dining experience, every detail made our visit memorable. We couldn’t have chosen a better place and will definitely be 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.“

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

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

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

“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!“

“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!!!“

“(Ate too fast to take pictures)

Superb crust and top-notch attention to detail. Think NY-style pizza meets restaurant-style neapolitan - one of the best, if not the best, pizza shops in DC. Vodka pie and classic cheese are unbeatable

(the garlic confit on the marinara pie was very strong, but still a nice online deal)“

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“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.“

“An absolute gem!! Food was delicious and cooked perfectly. The service was quick and very friendly. You can tell this is a family affair. The kitchen appeared spotless and well run. We came all the way from Baltimore and plan on making this a regular stop. My wife and I split the wedge salad and the 32oz cowboy ribeye. It was perfection.“

“Simply the best hotel I ever stayed“

“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.“

“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.“

“If you’re in DC, Quill cocktail bar is the place to go. Its dim lit atmosphere and ambience provides such an intimate setting whether for friends and family or for business. You have your choice of sitting indoors or outside on their raised patio. Oh, and the service here is phenomenal! When you first sit, they bring you mixed nuts and olives and introduce themselves. Their cocktail menu may have only been just a page but if it’s not on there, they can definitely make it for you. My wife requested an Espresso Martini (non-menu) and it was the best of its kind she’s had yet. She also enjoyed the Ventura Highway, from their menu. My personal favorite of theirs was the “Johnny be Woode.” This became my go-to there. They do have a dinner menu as well. Their burger exceeded my expectations! Their desert menu impressed! The presentation was artwork and the flavors will surely make you long for more. Our server two of the three nights we were there was Andrew. Andrew made sure we had everything we needed and could possibly want. He provided absolutely excellent service, great humor, and pleasant conversation. On our third evening here, Amber greeted and served us. Amber is another gem at Quill, making recommendations on menu items as well as local recommendations around the town based off what my taste preferences are. Both Andrew and Amber had an awesome attitude and helped make our stay at the Jefferson Hotel just that much more memorable! The atmosphere, service, and great attitudes made for such a unique and satisfying experience that we ended each of our evenings, visiting Quill. Next time we’re in town, we will definitely be going back to Quill.“

“Cannot say enough good things!“

“My wife & I had a wonderful and delicious dinner while catching-up with our son & his girlfriend last evening. Fantastic meal & our server Michael was outstanding.“

“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.“

“This is a great place and the owner is very nice. He is though being harassed frequently and the police didn’t care when I told them. I said this guy who is verbally abusive and physically explosive could hurt someone and the cop said” he could” almost like he was giving permission. I’m disgusted! Please call the police if you see the this man assaulting the employees. I will begin to record these events when and if I am there. I cannot patron with such violence going on.“

“This is a great place and the owner is very nice. He is though being harassed frequently and the police didn’t care when I told them. I said this guy who is verbally abusive and physically explosive could hurt someone and the cop said” he could” almost like he was giving permission. I’m disgusted! Please call the police if you see the this man assaulting the employees. I will begin to record these events when and if I am there. I cannot patron with such violence going on.“

“Chocolate pudding 🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤“