Best Wine Bar in Charlotte, NC

We’ve gathered some of our favorite wine bars across the Queen City, from cozy neighborhood spots to trendy rooftop lounges.

Whether you’re planning your next date night or simply looking for a new venue to enjoy wine, these Charlotte wine bars offer impressive selections and delicious food in a great atmosphere.

2201 South Blvd #120 Charlotte, NC 28203

The Wine Loft has a well rounded menu – with curated wine flights, small plates and craft cocktails – for a leisurely evening out. They host regular events such as their $10 select wines every Tuesday, Midweek break wine flights on Wednesdays and $10 martinis on Thursdays. Enjoy half price tapas until 6PM for their happy hour special day of the week.

• In the world of cocktails – Orange Maple Old Fashioned or Classic Espresso Martini are stellar
• The Tour of Italy Flight (includes Pinot Grigio, Chianti and Montepulciano.)
• Burrata Salad, Prosciutto & Fig or Bruschetta Ricotta, a regular favorite!

Expert Tip:

Come on a Friday or Saturday to hear live music from local musicians and check out the weekend specials!

The Bohemian is located in the Plaza Midwood neighborhood of Charlotte. The wine list is nothing short of impressive with their French selections (Loire Valley Sancerre, Chablis, Meursault) and unusual varieties from lesser known countries like Greece, India and South America. Their 12-tap Cruvinet wine dispensing system adds to the experience for by-the-glass pours. Bonus – no corkage fee!

• The Godfather board, aptly named as it includes all the meats and cheeses they offer along with fig & apricot jams, honey, Creole mustard, nuts, fruit, crackers, figs and olives.
• The Heinz Dornfelder dessert wine or a sparkling wine
• Pig & Fig (prosciutto, fig jam, greens, gorgonzola) for an amazing sweet and savory combo

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Grab a seat on the porch, with doors rolled up it makes for a great way to take in the neighborhood while indulging in fantastic wines & snacks!

Dilworth Tasting Room (DTR) has a Mediterranean flair in three unique locations – Dilworth, SouthPark, and Plaza Midwood. The menu was inspired by the owner’s Croatian roots and travels around the Mediterranean for fresh, simple land and sea dishes.

Be sure to check their event calendar as DTR frequently hosts interesting events for each location.

• DTR SouthPark offers an amazing brunch menu every weekend with sweet & savory options like banana bread pancakes, omelets and mimosas.
• DTR Dilworth hosts a Sunday Garden Party Spritz and half-price select rosé bottles every Thursday.
• Pasta lovers should check out DTR Plaza Midwood for Chef’s Pasta & Pour Tuesdays with a rotating pasta and glass of wine.

• For all three locations, come on a Tuesday for Blind Tasting Tuesdays – three mystery wine pours served with a small charcuterie board. How fun is that?!
• Southpark has an amazing Lamb Peka (slow cooked to Croatian perfection)
• Looking for a chic venue to host an event? They have 3 options for you! DTR can cater to all kinds of private and corporate events.

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Each location has something special to offer. For an intimate, historic location, choose Dilworth. Southpark has a more sophisticated feel to it. If high energy and casual community is your vibe, Plaza Midwood may be your jam.

The 800° Lounge is an upscale, moody cocktail + wine lounge located in South Park. They offer 3 covered patio options outdoors all surrounded by greenery, and inside you’ll find a beautiful seating area with homemade walnut tables and leather booths, giving a classic /modern upscale chic vibe .

• Tequila Negroni (Don Julio tequila, sweet vermouth, Campari, grapefruit peel)
• Truffle Fries, trust us
• Epic woodfired pizzas made with local ingredients and fresh dough made-in-house.

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800° is a great pick when you want wine in a setting that feels more like a night out. The stylish SouthPark lounge, solid wine selection, cocktails, and full food menu make it especially good for date night or meeting friends for drinks and dinner.

The Búho Bar at the Grand Bohemian offers a high end rooftop experience (16 stories high) with stunning views of Charlotte. Come on a weekend for live DJ music, Roses on the Rooftop and Brunch at Mico for amazing food, mimosas and live music.

Try a barrel aged flight one of their fancy cocktails along with some delectable small plates like their Spanish Chorizo Croquettes.

• The “Grand Bo” Old Fashioned (with personally selected Bourbon, fig demerara and black walnut bitters)
• Come on a weekend for live DJ music, Roses on the Rooftop and Brunch at Mico for amazing food, mimosas and live music.
• Come during their Rosés on the Rooftop for a wonderful selection of rosés paired with hors d’oeuvres

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• Time your dinner experience an hour or two before sunset. The skyline view and nightlife atmosphere will make it an unforgettable experience.
• Try a barrel-aged flight or one of their signature cocktails alongside delectable small plates such as the Spanish Chorizo Croquettes.

Barcelona Wine Bar, located in the South End, is a Spanish inspired tapas restaurant with an award winning wine list. The food menu is phenomenal with traditional Spanish and Mediterranean small plates made from seasonal ingredients. From custom charcuterie boards to seafood paella, you will find plenty of options that you and your group will love.

Order wine by the glass, try a curated wine flight or select a bottle of wine off their extensive list (near 400!) that includes varieties from Spain, Portugal, France and South America. In addition to their wine, Barcelona also has amazing cocktails, gin and tonics, sangria and a sherry flight.

• One of their signature tapas like Patatas Bravas and Gambas al Ajillo
• A Rioja or Rías Baixas Albariño
• “Trust Fall” wine flight (wine selections based on your preferences)

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Attend one of their UNCORKED tasting events for the opportunity to experience dozens of wine selections straight from their cellar. Get half off your bottle of wine if you can come on a Sunday!

Sixty Vines “the winemaker’s restaurant”, an 8,000-square-foot space pairs high ceilings and natural wood beams with 60 wines on sustainable tap. Order smaller pours to create your own tasting experience, then pair them with the wine-country-inspired menu of shareable plates, pizzas and pastas.

Wine producers include distinguished brands like Paul Hobbs, Domaine Serene, Merry Edwards and Château Lascombe.

• The Fig & Prosciutto Pizza paired with Château Lagrange
• The Frosé is delicious
• The Truffled Vineyard Fries are highly addictive

Expert Tip:

Ask your server what’s newest or most interesting on the tap wall rather than choosing a familiar varietal.

We loved Flight for its relaxed and intimate atmosphere and historic location in the Elizabeth neighborhood. The wine menu features wines from around the world. The menu options include many delectable European dishes, artisanal cheese plates, salad and pizzas (like their signature Pig & Fig Pizza).

• Visit on Sunday, when bottles of wine priced up to $200 are currently half-price—an especially good opportunity to order a bottle you might normally skip.
• Pop in on a Wednesday for the perfect combo: Salad + Pizza + Wine for only $60.
• Every Sunday also features a different live artist, so bring your friends and enjoy discounted wine while you listen to great music.

If you find a bottle you love while dining, check the retail selection before you leave—Flight also sells wine to take home, making it a good place to discover something new and add it to your own collection.

You will feel like you are staying at a resort at Aura Rooftop with stunning skyline views of uptown Charlotte. During the warm months you can stay cool in their rooftop pool or linger at a table with friends while taking in those gorgeous panoramic views. Aura also offers private cabanas and spaces to rent for your next event.

Aura hosts regular events during the week like their Queen’s Night Out every Wednesday. Enjoy a garden spritz cocktail along with curated sushi options- the perfect combination to beat the midweek blues.

• A glass of rosé or sparkling wine while enjoying sunset views.
• Fan favorites: Shrimp Ceviche, Burnt End Lollipops and sushi bowls.
• Any of their signature dips. Come during Happy Hour (Monday through Wednesday, 3PM-6PM) for $3 off

Expert Tip:

Arrive before sunset to give yourself plenty of time to take in the views and enjoy watching the colors change to nightfall over the Charlotte sky.

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