35 Best Wine Bars near Mercer Island

“Fantastic wine selection paired with lovely charcuterie options. Love going there to see Friday evening music, especially when Chris Stevens is playing!“

“Our first night in Seattle and my husband found this gem! Excellent food and amazing wine. We sat at the bar with friendly patrons. The waiter made wonderful wine recommendations. The asparagus was AMAZING. Had a wonderful time and will come again and recommend to friends. A Seattle must go!“

“Lovely! Great service! Practical concept!“

“We look forward to a return to normal so we can enjoy this place more!“

“Always great food we go there often for date night😋🤫“

“Everything was great. Very welcoming and friendly. Doesn't seem like it's a restaurant downtown because it's so personal. Food was delicious, service excellent. They wanted us to ensure we loved our glasses of wine so they gave us taste of three different ones before ordering. We will definitely go back. “

“It's a super nice restaurant with a good menu and lovely ambience The highlight for us was Chris the waiter. - he was professional and so engaging and very knowledgable about wine and recommended us to go on a great trip . So good we went back a second time“

“Absolutely excellent. Cool atmosphere and I enjoyed my wine selections thanks to great recommendations. We had the kindest and most attentive service- especially for a self-serve establishment! The desert trio was unreal- crème brûlée was the standout. Thank you Julie- will be back soon!“

“Vinnie’s Wine Shop is a hidden gem and one of my favorite spots to unwind on the weekend. It’s a small, cozy place with a laid-back vibe that instantly makes you feel at home. The wine selection is fantastic — they offer a wide variety from around the world, with something for every taste and budget. Whether you're a wine newbie or a seasoned enthusiast, the staff is super knowledgeable and always ready to help you find the perfect bottle or glass.

One of the best things about Vinnie’s is their Sunday oyster special — fresh oysters for only $2 each! Pair them with a crisp white wine or a sparkling rosé, and it’s honestly one of the best ways to spend a Sunday afternoon. The oysters are always fresh and beautifully served.

That said, there are a couple of things to be aware of: they automatically add a 20% gratuity to the bill without telling you, and there’s an extra $3 fee if you pay with a credit card. It makes sense in a way — it probably helps them offer the oyster deal — but it would be better if they were more upfront about it.

Still, the experience is worth it for the quality and cozy vibe.“

“I accidentally stumbled upon this place earlier this week but they were closed so I decided to come back and I'm so glad I did 😁 What a cute place! I paired a wine flight with a baguette with homemade butter, Willamette Valley Honey and flake salt which was amazing 🤩. I'll definitely be back to try more of their wines and food.“

“Went here for a night out with a big group of friends and had such a lovely time. The wine and snacks were all amazing, and the service was even better! Shout out to our server, Scarlett - she was so kind and informative, and handled our large group with ease. Will definitely be coming back!“

“The owners are the best. Good service and great food.“

“I had such a great experience at JOEY Southcenter due to our lovely server McKenna. She was patient although I am extremely indecisive and she helped me make some great choices!“

“BFV is a fun place. The wine is good, and the waiters know what they are doing. What’s not to like? 😀“

“Macarons are a favorite food of mine. I’ve tried many macarons from many places. Those other macarons do not hold a candle to Lady Yum’s. Their macarons are actually on my top 10 list of favorite foods of all time. They make my soul happy. My husband picks me up some every time he travels to Seattle and although I miss him when he travels…I’m also kinda happy when he goes because he gets me treats from there.“

“An absolute gem in Seattle. Ben treated us like family. Extensive wine list of amazing area wines and a fantastic menu of snacks to accompany the wines. Great value and a relaxed atmosphere. A must do!!!!“

“Lovely little spot with a very nice owner who knows her stuff. I'm not a bubbles guy but I wanted to check it out and really enjoyed it. Highly recommend!“

“Just great people working here and show up! The regulars have been coming here for years! stop by and have a blast! I've been coming here for a very long time. just not on a regular basis!“

“This was our first visit to Aluel's Queen Anne location, and it was everything we expected. Friendly, knowledgeable staff, comfortable atmosphere, and great wine. We'd even climb Queen Anne Hill for it--literally! (Don't worry, though. It's super easy to get Lyft in the neighborhood.)“

“This place is like a french oasis in a business park! What a find. I wasn't familiar with their story or offerings, but my husband's bell had gone off and we needed food, so we popped in here for anything. What we thought would be a quick bite, turned into a lovely early afternoon getting to know the story of this wine shop from a very accomplished and lovely person. Don't let the business park setting fool you, once you walk into Princess & Bear, you are in the south of France.“

“So first of all I would like to say if you grab a burger and fries from next door at Red Mill you are allowed to come inside here while you enjoy their enormous selection of cold beverages. Not only are they extremely helpful and knowledgeable but you have a huge selection. A very clean and inviting spot with an amazing view outside where the front is even open a nice day. Plenty of places to sit. Parking is a little tight so I tried to avoid right at lunch time.“

“Cute atmosphere but the real star is their selection. There are not many places that focus on champagne and sparkling wines but they really know their stuff and mix it up. I love the Sodo area in general but this place has worked it's way in the favorites rotation.“

“I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to taste Washington wine and cozy place.

This place is bit distant from the center of Capitol Hill that it was quiet, which I enjoyed very much.

Me and my company tried flights; tasted 4 different wines. The manager explained every bottle of wine nice and in detail. Overall, it was a great experience.“

“I was in town for a special event, I haven't been here before and was amazed with every aspect of my experience. our server Charles was utterly fabulous. he was very knowledgeable, thoughtful and prompt. he made it feel like we were old friends. the steaks were perfectly cooked. I am 4 and 1/2 years sober, and to go out and enjoy an exquisite meal and only drink water can be a drag, but you all had an amazing selection of mocktails, my partners and I enjoyed immensely. I took the time to thank Charles for everything and got to meet Justin, letting him know how wonderful everything was. this will definitely be a regular stop anytime I visit.“

“The food here was excellent. The sign outside was deceiving. Once I realized the main hotel entrance is how one would get access to the restaurant, I got in. Selection of wine for a wine bar was a little disappointing. The quality of food was excellent. The bar tender didn't really seem to care. But then again I'm sure there's not that much repeat clientele.“

“The food is always very good. We come here every time we’re in town to visit our husky at UW. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff. A bit pricey.“

“The best macaroons I have ever tasted #bestofseattle“

“If you are in the mood for elegant, vintage drinks with a whimsical (truly whimsical) twist - look no further - thus is your stop, for a sip - or two, or... We had the Chai Old Fashioned and the Last Word... If the devil is in the details - so are the companions of Bacchus - the REAL maraschino cherry in the Last Word and the massive ice cube in the Old Fashioned confirm how serious thus place is about its drinks reputation. Also, the Cherry and Apricot Salad gave us that so very needed connection with the local farmers' produce, it being a delightfully crispy concoction of bitter radicchio and peppery greens, smoothed by a pungent goat cheese and vanilla balsamic vinaigrette.The bread and the sharp olive oil were especially appreciated with the salad. We love gelato, but ordered the blackberry sorbet and did not regret it since it came with a solid chunk of anise biscotti - an excellent pairing for the double espresso. Our waiter, Troy, made us feel well attended, but not even once did he overdo it.“

“amazing views, even more amazing food! stayed warm and toasty with ceiling heaters, and torches. did I say the food was amazing? it was!!!👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️“

“We loved the frozen drinks! The vibe was chill, the staff were welcoming and friendly, and the food was tasty. We will be back!“

“This is the perfect place for so many types of gatherings... Date night, birthdays, meeting the in-laws, celebrating ANYTHING, girls night, you name it! Amazing food, fabulous wine, and serious *~*~vibes~*~* (as the kids say). Love this spot!!“

“Excellent food and service“

“One of the most unique wine bars in Seattle. If you want something different this is the place to go. Phenomenal selection of Italian wines that you could probably only find here.Incredibly knowledgeable staff was incredibly friendly and stepped through every wine they served.Definitely take your wine loving friends here.“

“Great service and very good food. Lovely outdoor patio.“

“Been going here since 1994 and it’s my FAVORITE place to dine in Seattle🩷“