![]() The by-the-glass program changes daily and always has a theme, so you’ll find something new each time you go. “It’s a chance for us to bring out the heavy hitters,” co-founder Zach Morris says. Stop by for weekly “Chalkboard Wines” specials - they open new bottles each Friday and pour them through the weekend till they’re gone. ![]() Since opening in 2019, Bloomsday has been a go-to for Euro-style all-day cafe vibes, a knowledgeable staff, and a wine list full of surprises. Go knowing you’ll be in good hands - and get hooked by the Fancy Wine Club. “The whole idea is to get people to dip their toe in the water,” says Wong, “and as they go, they can feel more comfortable and try new things.” Think of Fishtown Social as a delicately balanced wine: It’s light and fun, with a bit of funk to pique your wine curiosities but enough structure to make you feel grounded in familiarity. According to owner Vanessa Wong, building the list is a balancing act of selecting wines that feel exclusive while remaining approachable. It’s also exciting because no matter how much of a wine lover you are, there are likely several on this list you’ve never tried and several more you’ve never heard of (like Quinta do Infantado white port). It’s overwhelming because there are so many options for organic, biodynamic and natural wines made by small producers from underappreciated wine regions around the world. The wide selection of wines at Fishtown Social is simultaneously overwhelming and exciting. ![]() Go to try something new and explore unexpected vintages from unexpected places. Even if you sit at the bar solo, it won’t be long before you’re in conversation about some complex macabeo and dreamy shoegaze. To add to the experience, chef Eli Collins makes one-night-only snacks, with an on-theme “A-Side” and “B-Side” menu. “That level of concentration is something you can also apply to wine.” A.Bar next door rightfully gets attention for its craft cocktails and selection of low-intervention wines, but don’t sleep on A.Kitchen’s monthly Vine-yl Nights, at which Kinyon invites a resident expert for a wine-list takeover and full sides of vinyl to pair. “When I put a record on, as opposed to music on my phone, I tend to listen a little bit more seriously,” A.Kitchen beverage and service director Frank Kinyon tells us. Go to vibe with the Vine-yl Night playlists.
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