A whole bottle of wine is a big commitment, but a glass or two at one of these West End hot spots is the perfect way to test your taste buds. Get a group together and indulge in one of life’s finer beverages. [Photo courtesy of Yellow Pages]
It’s almost impossible to have anything but a great time at Adesso. The service is attentive, the food portions are well-sized and the vibe is intimate, yet relaxed. When it’s warm out, take your glass of wine to the private patio. If the weather isn’t cooperating, your glass of riesling will taste just as good inside.
Pho Central's decor looks slightly futuristic with its neon lights and modern furniture. The Vietnamese food is reasonably priced and they always have an impressive selection of wine available.
Forget about pizza and beer being the meal of champions. At Nook, meals get a classy upgrade with wine as the beverage of choice (although there’s still a decent selection of craft beer). Whether you order pasta or pizza, wine is the perfect companion to your meal.
It consistently ranks as one of the West End’s favourite restaurants, with Vancouverites abandoning their kitchens en masse to dine here. The wine list is divided into an extensive selection of bubbles and Italian and Pacific Northwest reds and whites. You can either ask your server for a recommendation or take part in one of their special events.
It’s hardly a surprise that Spanish wines and sparklers dominate the wine list at Espana. All of Spain’s best-known wine-making regions are represented – all of which go great with Espana's extensive tapas menu. Snack on offering include artisan cheeses, crispy pork belly, padron peppers and cured meats.
All you have to do at The Blind Sparrow is pull up a chair, scan the mainly-French wine list and enjoy a glass from a winery in one of France's famous grape-growing regions. Tip: wait until happy hour to save some serious cash.