Your guide to can’t-miss wine bars in Birmingham
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Who doesn’t love a bar that’s dedicated to all things wine? Luckily, we’ve got plenty of them here in Birmingham. Grab your friends and make your next wine night plans at these local spots.
1. Aviné
Owner Gray Maddox has years of experience with Frank Stitt restaurants, so you know you’re in good hands. Aviné offers delicious small bites, cocktails and of course an impressive selection of wines.
- Hours: Closed Mon.-Tues.; Wed.-Sun. 4PM-12AM
- Location: 2225 2nd Ave N Birmingham, AL 35203
- Website | Facebook
2. The Wine Loft
Currently, The Wine Loft is only open to the public on Wednesday evenings. Get over that mid-week slump with eclectic tapas, a sophisticated ambiance and wine by the glass or bottle.
- Hours: Wed. 5:30-9:30PM
- Location: 2200 1st Ave N # 100, Birmingham, AL 35203
- Website | Facebook
3. Freddy’s
Freddy’s, located on the first floor of Highland Towers Apartments, has all the specials. Every Tuesday-Thursday from 4-6PM, a different regional wine is $2 off a glass and house wine carafes are $2 off as well. On Mondays, bottles of wine are half off all night. Sounds like a plan to me.
- Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 4-10PM; Friday 2-11PM; Sat. 4-11PM; Closed Sun.
- Location: 2251 Highland Ave, Birmingham, AL 35205
- Website | Facebook
4. Red or White
Stop by to relax and enjoy a glass of wine at the bar. Once you’re done, you can buy a bottle to take home from their extensive selection of reds, whites and more.
- Wine Bar Hours: Closed Sun.-Mon.; Tues.-Thurs. 3-8:30PM; Fri.-Sat. 3-9:30PM
- Store Hours: Sun.-Mon. 12-5PM; Tues.-Thurs. 10AM-8:30PM; Fri.-Sat. 10AM-9:30PM
- Location: 3916 Clairmont Ave, Birmingham, AL 35222
- Website | Facebook
5. Classic Wine Company
Classic Wine Company has been a Birmingham staple for over 30 years. Take a seat at the relaxing bar, where you can enjoy a selection of over 30 wines by the glass.
- Hours: Closed Sunday; Mon.-Wed. 10AM-6PM; Thurs.-Sat. 10AM-8PM
- Location: 1831 28th Ave S Ste 110 Homewood, AL 35209
- Website | Facebook
6. Vino
Vino has a romantic ambiance, wonderful wines and fresh food options to create an ideal wine night for you and that special someone. Especially if that special someone is your pup—dogs are allowed on the outdoor patio!
- Hours: Closed Sun.; Mon.-Thurs. 4-9PM; Fri.-Sat. 4-10PM; Saturday Brunch 11AM-2PM
- Location: 1930 Cahaba Rd Mountain Brook, AL 35223
- Website | Facebook
7. Gianmarco’s Wine Bar
Gianmarco’s won the Nowie Award for the “Most Splurge-Worthy” spot in Birmingham. Did you know the authentic Italian restaurant also has a dedicated wine bar? Call ahead to make your reservation.
- Hours: Closed Sunday; Mon.-Tues. 5-10PM; Wed.-Fri. 11AM-2PM, 5PM-10PM; Sat. 5-10PM
- Location: 721 Broadway St Birmingham, AL 35209
- Note: Gianmarco’s is currently reservation only. Call (205) 871-9622 to reserve a table.
- Website | Facebook
8. Golden Age Wine
One thing’s for sure, Golden Age Wine will look amazing on your Insta feed. Grab your pals and plan a night (or day) full of charcuterie and wine.
- Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 10AM-9PM; Fri.-Sat. 10AM-10PM
- Location: 2828 Culver Rd, Mountain Brook, AL 35223
- Website | Facebook
9. Hop City Beer + Wine
What doesn’t Hop City do? Before you buy from their vast selection of wines, sample a glass at their wine bar. You know, just to make extra sure that you’ll like it. To stay up to date with their latest goodies, follow them on Instagram.
- Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 10AM-9PM; Fri.-Sat. 10AM-10PM; Sun. 12-6PM
- Location: 2924 3rd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
- Website | Facebook
10. Honorable mention: Galley and Garden
While Galley and Garden is not specifically a wine bar, we had to give them a shoutout. With over 500+ wines to choose from, they have the most expansive and most awarded wine selection in Birmingham.
- Hours: Closed Monday; Tues.-Fri. 4:30-9PM; Sat. 4:30-8PM; Sun. 10:30AM-2PM
- Location: 2220 Highland Ave, Birmingham, AL 35205
- Website | Facebook
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