5 Best Wine Bars in Indiana!
Indiana has some of the best wine bars in the Midwest. Whether it’s girls’ night out, drinks with a significant other, or just a relaxing night on the town, Indiana is serving up the best. With delectable dessert wines, dazzling white wines, rich reds, and more, be sure to put these top wine bars on your list!
Chop’s Wine Bar, Fort Wayne, IN
Chop’s Wine Bar, part of Chop’s Steaks and Seafood Restaurant, opened in 2010, making it Fort Wayne’s first wine bar. The atmosphere is comfortable and reminds you of a small Italian villa in its design. It’s the place to gather with friends, to relax, and celebrate life. It is where good food and wine come together. The wine selections are endless and most of their selections come from overseas, places such as France, Spain, and even New Zealand. Many of their selections are local, coming from Upland, Indiana, as well as Santa Barbara and Napa, California. Whether you like your wines sweet, a little tart or down right sexy, there is a wine selection for every palate.
Tastings: A Wine Experience, Indianapolis, IN
If you’ve never considered yourself to be someone who drinks wine or aren’t sure what kind of wine you would like but have always wanted to try some, the place to go is Tastings in Indianapolis. Tastings has one of the largest wine selections, with over 200 in stock. They offer wines-by-the-taste in which you can sample a selection of wines and find the one that is right for you. Whether you prefer white wine, red wine, sparkling wine, champagne or dessert wines, Tastings offers a wide selection. If you are having an event and want wine to go with it, you can also book their “Vintage Wine Truck” which has more than 1,000 servings of your favorite wine.
The Cellar Wine Bistro, Lafayette, IN
The Cellar Wine Bistro is in the historical downtown area of Lafayette; they are dedicated to creating an experience that even the novice wine connoisseur would appreciate. If this is going to be your first time sampling wine or want to learn more about wine, The Cellar Wine Bistro is the place to be!
Foyt Wine Vault, Speedway, IN
Head on over to Speedway, Indiana and check out Foyt Wine Vault! Foyt opened in 2015, and is a third of a mile from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The bar is an eclectic mix in that it is part bar, part lounge, and part museum. Because of its eclectic atmosphere, it makes for a great place to relax, have a drink, and catch up with friends while also its proximity to IMS. Not only do they serve some of the best wine in Speedway, they also have a wonderful variety of beers and cocktails.
Tinker Street Restaurant and Wine Bar, Indianapolis, IN
Step into Tinker Street feel like you've stepped into a cozy urban cottage. The wines are international but high quality and fair in price. Though modest in size, the restaurant makes up for it with delicious food bursting with flavor and wines that will melt your taste buds. From gluten-free to vegetarian and vegan, the ingredients are local. There are also some amazing selections for those who like their meat. Be sure to sample the beer as well!
