Jennifer Lane

Weinkeller is an experience unto itself, it is not just a place to grab a bite of food in between other activities. Starting with atmosphere - this below ground restaurant is both comforting and yet full of interesting quirky details to see. The music is enough to blur neighboring conversations into background noise and yet I had no trouble hearing and conversing with my partner across the table nor the phenomenal staff. The chairs and booths are comfortable, an essential detail for the dining experience you'll participate in. The concept is so much fun - you pay a single price per person to enjoy 3 or 5 menu options. One option must be an entree, the other 4 (or two, but I highly recommend paying slightly more for the full experience) can be any mix of drinks, appetizers, soups, salads, or dessert. Including the drinks as menu items for the "courses" is genius. It lets different members of the party focus on what they are more interested in. Not hungry? Get a meal to nibble on and then enjoy their delicious house wines. Not a drinker? Have an extra dish to try. The food is exceptional. Simple ingredients elevated to the highest quality without feeling fussy or pretentious. Every item on the plate is meant to add to the flavor, and there are surprising pairings that burst like fireworks when combined. Last but certainly not least, I cannot even begin to explain how much the staff add to this experience. Our waiter, Rowen, was cheerful, funny, and made us instantly feel at home. The owner is on the floor delivering food and checking in that people are having the best time. You can feel and taste that everyone here cares deeply and appreciates the fact that food is more than just nutrition.