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Thia: Robb and I spent a cozy evening tonight
at The Vine. This friendly little venue is always
fun and entertaining. It's beautifully decorated,
warm and comfy. If you are in the mood for a
friendly conversation, you can strike one up with
the person sitting next to you. Seating less then
50 in the whole place, everyone talks to everyone. People are there for the casual atmosphere
and the amazing variety of wines. So, if you are
a wine lover, this is your place. There is a large
choice of all types of wines, that range from $6
per glass for the house, up to $16 for the high
end vintages. Full bottles are also available. You
can sample, you can join the wine club, you can discuss
wine with the knowledgeable staff and other guests.
But there is more to the Vine, than the wine.
There's also live music! Mark Osbourne's beautiful voice
and guitar strumming was relaxing and enjoyable, but
didn't overpower the conversations going on. People
loved his music and gave him plenty of applause, but
you can also talk to him between songs, or feel free to
make a request. His jar, full of tips, showed how much he
was appreciated.
There's also Hors
d'oeuvre! The menu is
small, which keeps the
food freshly made and
delicious.
Twice now we have
ordered the Sampler
Plate which is $18, and
a plenty big snack for
two. It has so many
tastes, from warm pita
bread with olive oil and seasoning to dunk in the just
made hummus with Tabouli on the side. Then there is
the hand made spicy pimento cheese spread and crackers. We also had the flat bread margarita pizza which
was a generous portion topped with fresh plum tomatoes and lots of cheese and spices. YUM! Robb also had
the chicken sliders, two mini roasted chicken sandwiches with lettuce, tomato, on fresh rolls.
There's also an outside patio!
When it's warm enough outside,
there is a large picturesque outdoor seating area, that is pet and
smoking friendly. If you treat my
dog well, (and they did) I like you
already! We visited in the fall, and
by the time we finished our drinks
we felt like we knew all of the
other guests and the staff by
name. There was lots of cross conversation and laughs between tables, and our dog Lexi got plenty of attention, a snack
and a bowl of water.
So whatever season you choose to stop by, for wine,
or music, or snacks, or the vista, the friendly conversation or all of them, a visit to the Vine is a visit with
friends.
Robb: I say the Vine is divine, 2 forks up!
The Vine: A Wine Bar & Bistro
632 E. Main Street in Downtown Blue Ridge
706-946-VINE (8463)
www.thevineofblueridge.com

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