"Reservation-free Bar a Vins is more of a well, bar, than a restaurant, but the snacks are a delight. It’s intimate and simple, relying on a trusty pared-back aesthetic and bottles and bottles of chilled reds to create a standout date or gal’s night, like a little aperitivo hour or a cozy nightcap. The servers here know their wine — a lot of which can’t be found elsewhere in town — so don’t be afraid to experiment and ask questions. There’s nothing rigid or old-world about Bar a Vins; it’s got ’90s hip-hop on aux and caviar on Lay’s chips to prove it." - Kayleigh Ruller