Dracula's Legacy Wine Bar & Bistro

Absolutely amazing birthday for my husband! Jack, the bartender, was incredible! The food and the wine were fanastic and we all can't wait to go back again and we live 75 minutes away! Totally worth the drive for the awesome experience! SO MUCH FUN!!!!

Great spot, amazing service and food. Absolutely loved the aesthetic of this bar :) Jack was a phenomenal bartender as well!! Will definitely be back.

Romanian wine flights! There's vampire stuff. I wonder if they have to train about vampire stuff, like knowing the history of Vlad and the like. I wonder if anyone ever tries bite stuff there. I wanted to order the wine with the old school Dracula accent but the GF asked for me not to. Next time!

I had an amazing experience at this wine bar. The atmosphere is warm, inviting, and perfect for either a relaxed solo evening or a night out with friends. The real standout, though, is Bernadette. She’s not just a bartender — she’s a host, a guide, and honestly the soul of the place. Her wine knowledge is incredible, and she somehow nails the perfect recommendation every time. She’s friendly without being overbearing, attentive without hovering, and makes you feel like you’ve been a regular for years. If you’re looking for a spot where the vibes are right and the service feels personal, this is it. Bernadette definitely elevates the whole experience. Highly recommend.

I can’t say enough about Dracula’s Wine Bar! The Italian flatbread is excellent! Bottom line, great food, great wine, and a great goth/friendly atmosphere! Just do it. You know you want it!

Amazing place if you enjoy a spooky vibe with good music. Service was amazing, atmosphere is very inviting and spooky. Definitely a go to when in town.

A moody, gothic-chic wine bar with a Romanian twist, perfect for a fun date or girls’ night. They offer an excellent selection of Eastern European wines, creative wine-based cocktails, and indulgent small plates like goat-cheese-stuffed dates, fondue, and truffle flatbreads. Cozy, theatrical vibes without being kitschy—definitely a memorable spot for wine lovers.

Just checked this Dracula-themed bar in St. Pete and it was so much fun! The vibe was spooky but stylish, with gothic decor, eerie lighting, and staff really leaning into the vampire theme. The cocktails were super creative, and the whole experience felt like stepping into another world. If you’re into unique bars with a theatrical twist, this one’s definitely worth checking out! 🦇🍷

Excellent service. We had a big group and staff was very accepting. We love the atmosphere lots of great photo opps with all the dracula themed decor. I got the soup of the day, broccoli cheese. It was 10/10. Big pieces of broccoli. Very hearty.

We were lucky enough to stumble upon this on our trip to St Petersburg a couple of years ago, and been coming back ever since! At the time we were recommended a sweet chilled red wine which is something you don't often hear so we would definitely interested in trying it. As luck would have it that was the nicest wine we'd ever had and is now our favorite bottle that we get any time we see it in a liquor store or the supermarket. It is called Sangue di Guida (I believe the spelling is correct, my Italian is a little rusty) and is wine that we've been recommended to connoisseurs and wine rookies ever since. The atmosphere in here is very fun and is good for all around spooky vibes. The bar itself is fairly small but that adds to the intimate theming and feels like you've stumbled into a Transylvania tavern. On all of our trips the staff have been really helpful with suggestions and even let us have a couple of samples of different wines to try. Always happy with our service here and we'll keep coming back!

Came here for the Burg Wine Battles and thrilled to experience a new wine bar. They had a nice selection of interesting wines including Romanian wines. Very unique and festive decor. Small boutique feel yet can take your wine out to the wide open courtyard where live music usually plays. The staff friendly and accommodating, providing good suggestions of wine to drink. Light food offering. We ordered charcuterie had some good cheeses. Our crackers were stale yet that is Florida life. Recommend coming here for a nice glass of wine and live music

This is a really cool wine spot. Bernie is a great bartender as she's friendly and engaging. They have a focus on Romanian wines here as the owner is Romanian. As someone who has never had Romanian wine before coming here, I thought it was cool. The ambiance is cool. Its what you'd expect with the name. Almost dark, old castle style if you will.

Very small compared to the one in Tampa. Got a glass of riesling that I've only found inside Disney for a reasonable price, but the waiter provided my fiancé the wrong wine after introducing it as the one he ordered.... We knew the difference. Can get kind of packed on a busier night and only has one big outside table. So you def have to camp out seats inside. Think we just happened to catch it on an off night as waiters were a little scrambled and tables were left a mess for a long time. Unsure. Wine prices are decent enough though and I'll give them another shot as reviews seem to rave about this place.

Ok... I have to admit... this place is so different and so much fun and it's not just open for Halloween... it's open every night of the week!Offering a unique and immersive experience in a gothic, Dracula/ werewolf themed setting complete with coffins and vampires. Located in Downtown St Petersburg in a small shopping center a block off of Beach Dr in between 2nd & 3rd Ave N. The wine list also features options from Dracula-themed wines like vampire pinot noir and bloody cabernet. The whole concept is unique and a lot of fun. They offer wine by the glass, bottle and sampling flights with a Dracula theme. Bloody Moonlight comes with a sampling of three red wines all from Romania. A Pinot Noir called Werewolf, a Cabernet Sauvignon, and another red wine. I just lived the names! This spot is great if you're looking for something different with a spooky twist.

Special interior, great music, average drinks and food. Superior ambiance but service was unappealing and prices make your wallet sad. The decorations, music, lighting, etc was 10/10! Very gothic and indeed of the likes of Dracula. The food is a nice addition but they really are more like snacks since it is a bistro. They were okay 6/10. The drinks though were 7/10, the expresso martini was $18 and tip... i do not feel the food, drinks or service added to the experience. I would return to this business because it has a unique concept. Perhaps one of the specialty nights would be fun! Speaking of service. My bartender was bland. Not real welcoming or adding to the experience besides doing the very least. I cannot allow for excuses, in this experience she did not reflect a good attitude which made the experience a bit odd.

I figured it was time to update my review of Dracula's Legacy, since the last time I wrote about them here was in 2021, and I've had many enjoyable experiences there since then! On my most recent visit with Mel and a few friends, we decided to do something we had never done before there: we ordered a wine flight! On the last page of the menu, you'll find a number of different options for wine flights -- we went with the "Bloody Moonlight," which was a selection of three Romanian reds. They were all quite nice, but by the end, it was the Warewolf Pinot Noir we chose to order a bottle of and enjoy for the rest of our visit. We also ordered a charcuterie board to enjoy with our wine. As always, the board was beautifully constructed and presented (see photo), but here's the best part of our charcuterie experience. There was one particular meat on the board that was so delicious -- thick cut, smokey, full of flavor -- that we asked our server what cut of meat it was. Our guess was pork loin. Our server went back to ask the chef. A few minutes later, Chef himself came out to our table holding a small plate. "I heard you guys loved this particular cut," he said, "but honestly, it's the tips of the meat that have the most flavor, so I wanted you to try some. I save these for the most discerning guests." He was not wrong, and the fact that he came out and did that for us further endeared us as a group to Dracula's Legacy and the experience they provide. We'll be back soon!

We were in town for my birthday. I had researched some different bars that were not related to craft beer and discovered a vampire bar not far from our hotel. Dracula's Legacy Wine Bar was a glorious goth surprise, where you can certainly show up in goth and vamp attire if you are so inclined. As one of the signs at the bar states, "All VIP vamps welcome." The darkly lit ambiance will certainly indicate that. Walking inside, you feel like you have entered another realm between the vampiric throne and portraits of Vlad the Impaler, who looks like Nandor from "What We Do in the Shadows." The interior will make you feel like you're running from the phantoms of your former self. As we walked to the bar, there were rows of wine to pour and hung glasses, with lots of signage decorated around the walls specifying a lot of thoughtful and profound phases. Following complimentary birthday sparkling wines in celebration of me, we enjoyed some red wines from Romania while watching the theatrical version of Interview with a Vampire from the 90s. Regularly, they run a series of vampire-themed movies to go with the theme of the bar, which isn't hard to do given its darkened goth interior. If we lived close by, we would be coming here a lot. Dracula's is magical, very magical.

We stopped in for a glass of wine and enjoy the outdoor space. Cool and moody atmosphere with Dracula's vibes. Nice wine selection and appetizers. We sat outside, relaxed and people watched. Stop in and enjoy happy hour or night cap.

Love this place. Perfect place for a glass of wine and a charcuterie board. Just dark and cozy enough for a date night. Great selection of wines. The board had a varied selection of meats and cheeses. Will definitely be back.

I love Dracula's - this wine bar is way more awesome than you might expect! There's a TV playing vampire movies, strobe lights and energetic music. In what might come as a surprise after reading that last sentence, the food and wine is also really solid! I was given a very generous pour of bl- I mean wine... and the bruschetta was also very good! There's lots of cool decorations and spooky chairs to sit and take pictures in. Highly recommend stopping by here if you're in the area! I'll definitely be back :)

The ambiance of this place is excellent, very fun theme. Service was amazing and very cozy and spacious. Will definitely be visiting again.

I always love coming to Dracula's! Do you love Halloween? Then this is the wine bar for you! The entire inside is decorated like a vampire's lair. Located in the courtyard, there is often live music that you can watch and listen to from inside or outside of the bar. So fun! Unlike some other wine bars, Dracula's Legacy has a kitchen. I was impressed with how many options are on their one page food menu, with something for everyone. This time, my friend and I ordered the charcuterie board. Filled with meats, cheeses, and fruits, my only feedback was that the server didn't explain what everything was. Other than that, the staff was perfect! Both the wine and food are a bit pricey, which is to be expected this close to Beach Drive. Still, it won't keep me from coming back to this fun location.

Very intimate setting! Seating for about 35 inside and several tables outside. Hubster and I came for date night dinner. He started with a Leffe and I chose a Romanian pilsner in honor of the theme of the place. Bartender is also the chef, so food is cooked to order. First up was Bruschetta. Freshly chopped tomatoes, chiffonaded basil, a drizzle of balsamic and a sprinkle of feta. 4 slices per serving, so perfect to share, but so good, you may not want to. French Onion Soup: very good. Not as good as Bubba's in Quakertown (The Benchmark) but, better than Cody's (closer to home but way too salty). Still a hint of one-dimensionality, but, I would order it again. Finally...dark chocolate fondue for dessert. Banana slices, strawberry chunks, mixed dried fruits and pretzel crackers. Yum! All in all, I'm glad we made the trek in from Tampa. Not sure how often we will make it back, but, if I lived or worked near by, I could see myself regularly eating dinner here a few nights a week!

This is a must stop for me every time I am in St Petersburg! Wine and beer selections are great!

Jack was so Darling!!!! Amazing wine, food and vibes. I highly Recommend this spot, it checks all the boxes.

Love this quaint little wine bar. Excellent charcuterie plate, great wine selection. I would like to see a few more Belgian or German beer options but otherwise the food and drink menus are great. The decor is over-the-top vamp and just perfect for the theme. Music was down tempo house and very appropriate. We have been twice now and the staff has been fast, responsive, and friendly throughout. Definitely give this one a try!

Hello darkness, my old friend. We met again during my short stay in Tampa. I mean, come now, with a name like Dracula's Legacy Wine Bar, we knew we would. That said, I had many Yelp friends check into this wine bar throughout the years and the place seemed fantastic from the photos I saw. I'm happy to report that it's even better in person. Now, a note to the ones who have never been: This is slightly hidden. Just an itty bit. The GPS will have no problem leading you the correct area, but then you'll be baffled as you don't see the actual place. So where is it then? In the back! We fortunately saw an advertisement and managed to walk to the back. Also, if that doesn't work, try finding The Ale & The Witch, its neighbor. Anyhow, all that known, this is as gimmicky as it gets. You'll feel you're walking into a horror movie with all the décor. There's a statue of Dracula at the entrance, and upon entering, just take a look at the ceiling. Bats galore! The wine bar has many trinkets, too, and the bathroom is Halloween central. When you sit at a table, take a good look at it. There are regions of Romania, and Europe overall, listing many famed wine locations. As for the food and drinks, they have a pretty big variety. My companion on this adventure got himself a Timisoreana beer. I had a sip and I'm not a fan of beer overall (only enjoying a select few), but this one made the cut. Dracula's sparking rosé was my drink of choice. I chose the larger option at 9 oz, and oh dear, this packed a doozy. They have very generous pours. Good thing we shared a massive charcuterie board to boot! The characterie board had it all. Crackers, cheese, deli meats, fruits, nuts, pickles, and even some dark chocolate. We inhaled it only leaving a few pieces, and mind you, that's because we ended up getting extra pickles and chocolate. I found the presentation for the board beautiful and the food itself a wonderful accompaniment for our drinks. Oh, and as previously mentioned, if you think I'm done describing décor, that's hilarious. How could I forget my favorite part? There's a chair where you can sit and take photos. You'll totally get that Mistress of Darkness vibe. At least I did. I really can't tell you how much I adored this place. It's making me seriously want to dress up for Halloween and we're only in June. You've no idea how much I wished we had something like this in South Florida. The décor, the food, the ambiance. It was all lovely! And of course, the staff was pleasant and entirely used to people going photo happy there, so yes, do indeed visit and greet your old friend, darkness.

I found this place very enjoyable and unique. The winetender was knowledgeable and friendly. Decor is a hoot! I look forward to trying more wines there!

I tried the sweet journey flight and loved it! Highly recommend the vegetarian flat bread and dip & pita. Great pairing! Small location/bar. Lucky if you find a table. Music choice could've been better or on theme especially during the month of October.

Very cozy atmosphere, Hope and Bernie are my favorite bartenders in St. Pete! I recommend anyone in the area to pay them a visit!

Staff is so friendly and willing to allow you to taste their many wines, but wine is so bad :( maybe I just don't like Romanian wines!

Ok so it's been 2 years since we were here or I have reviewed this place I felt I needed an update. First off this place is still so cool. You got an awesome wine bar and right next door you have the ale and the witch for some great brews. It is a neat place for couples IMO. Walked in and snagged a great seat by the window. Fouad our server was amazing. His energy was infectious and I think this guy will succeed at anyththe does. Great wine suggestions. We really liked them all.

Came here with some friends, This place is awesome! the vibes are giving vamps, spooky, and dracula of course ‍. The service is amazing, food is yummy, and drinks are great! I would come again, highly recommend!

Great hidden spot for some wine with friends, especially if you like horror themes. However the service is all piss poor attitude. A friend asked for a cab that was priced $45. She stated they don't have it and a comparable one is this one. After she opened it and hands it over. She said that will be $95. When he asked about it. She told the price is on the menu there. She should have told him it was almost double before even opening it. Making suggestions and recommendations is one thing. But she should have offered a more pleasant service. Speak with him about what he likes, make recommendations based on his answer for wines around that price etc. Yes offer another cab but tell him up front the price difference etc. Coping an attitude when he asked about the price was the tip of the iceberg. Wow don't need attitude. Im a huge wino, so I took a sip to taste, it wasn't bad and pretty decent but definitely not worth $95.

A fun cool spot in down town St. Pete. Had a great flight of wine. Service was great and the staff was super helpful.

Love the Dracula vibe in this cool and cozy wine bar, tucked away in a courtyard next to The Ale and the Witch, just up the street from busy Beach Drive. I guess Dracula and witches go together. Their wine flights start at $14. There is also a tasty looking menu. However, I stuck to beer from their well stocked cooler of various Belgians and other brews. I discovered a new favorite along my way, Belgian Leffe, a variety I usually shun in favor of India pale ales. Big mistake. Next time you're downtown, step off the beaten path and look this parlor up. You'll be glad you did.

It's a whole vibe! The wine, the music, the lights, the decor. Odd location, but coolest place in St. Pete. Loved it!!

Loved the decor here! Think semi spooky, and dark, yet very relaxed vibe. A bit on the smaller side, so feels more intimate when you're with your date and/or friends. Server was super helpful as myself and 2 friends had multiple questions on what to order, and what would be good based on our taste preferences. Still pretty close to downtown, so you can start here and then continue on with your night, if that is what you choose. Menu isn't extensive so you can choose stuff pretty easily.

Cute spot in the cut a little further back from the street. We were walking around after dinner and we were not quite ready to go home. We saw this fun place and the bartender was so welcoming and generous with compliments to come in. They have cool decor and vibe inside. It's a little small but we were able to get a table. Their wine menu is extensive with different wines you may not get from other countries. My friend used to live in Australia for a few years and found a wine she loved from there. I tried it and it was great. My other friend lived abroad as well and was happy to see a Romanian wine she wanted to try. We also could not decide between the cheese fondue or chocolate so we got both. The chocolate can either be dark or milk chocolate. Both fondues came with a variety of dipping items and kept three girls occupied and happy. Would try this again!

Com' on now! This is DRACULA'S LEGACY! It's not Colonel Sanders' legacy or Ninjas Turtles' legacy, it's the Lord of Darkness; Count Orlok; Vlad the Impaler; the Wallachian Prince; Count de Ville; The Undead; The Devil; Brother of Lucifer; Amun-Ra; Count Dracula; & other such legacies! THIS* IS*THE* REAL* DEAL! KUDOS to the Romanian family (who still maintains a home in its native land) for creating this gorgeous & Transylvanian-accurate wine bar based on one of the most iconic figures in movie history! Who can resist the black & neon red decor; the life-size portrait of Vlad himself; the Count's black velvet chair; the GORGEOUS eye-popping bar; or the overhead TV playing vintage Dracula movies! I surely cannot! (The 33 photos are proof. Lol.) And let us not forget the daily $5 House Wines which originate from Romania-- see pic. Listed are 3 Whites; 4 Reds; & one Rose. (Our choice of Red was apropos.) This cozy, yet intriguing, wine bar is open Monday thru Thursday 4 PM to 11 PM; Saturday 2 PM to 1 AM; & even 2 PM to 9 PM on Sundays, the Day of the Lord. (Oh, my!) It offers gorgeous, slightly eerie inside seating & comfortable & airy outside seating @ metal tables in the front courtyard-- a cement courtyard shared w/ other businesses. If you dare, step inside for the multitude of Wines, Ports, & Beer while enjoying a limited menu that includes a Cheese Board; Chocolate Fondue; Stuffed Dates; Hot Pretzel; Bruschetta; Caprese Salad; Brie Platter; four Flatbreads (including Vegetarian); & other delicious-sounding offerings. Prices range from $6 to $25. Want to host a party here or fund raise? Interested patrons can reserve this wine bar for up to 34 guests. You create your own charitable event; become the guest bartender for the day; & receive 10% of the proceeds. Sponsored events that occur here include wine tasting & wine glass painting-- check the website for additional information. More activities may be added @ any time. We did not eat here only because we had already eaten dinner across town; we merely stumbled upon signage for this establishment as we walked along the business fronts on busy Beach Drive. Enamored by Vlad the III, we couldn't resist peeking in to see what horror might await our mortal souls. Thankfully, we were welcomed by wonderful (& breathing) staffer Marissa & the MOST FASCINATING WINE BAR ANYWHERE! Whether or not you don a garlic clove necklace or a gold Crucifix, you really gotta check this place out-- even if you're not thirsty! Fans of the Prince of Darkness will immediately become hooked on this tribute to the Hollywood horror. We surely did:) MAJOR KUDOS (again) to the creative proprietors!

Ultra cute Dracula themed wine bar. Dimly lit ambiance with like an Italian bar vibe. It's not like the hottest bar in town or anything so it's nice because you can often get lucky enough to find a seat on the weekend even though it is a bit cramped. Really great cheese/charcuterie options. I was in love with my riesling. Great pre-gaming spot if you're waiting for friends to drive downtown. Outdoor seating in adorable courtyard.

It looks like an underground dungeon (in a good way). Small "bites" (dip trio & charcuterie) were awesome. And they really know their wine pairings. Next time I'm near the St. Pete Pier, I'm coming back!

Cool ambiance. Great date spot. We came in around 8ish Thursday and heard a band playing in the courtyard. We wandered in soon after. Amazing acoustics were a highlight - allowing for inviting conversation while also hearing the subtle sounds of "Jazz Thursday". Very cool vampire red sexy place with hanging lights. Very Instagram worthy. There's also a red velvet Dracula chair. *Strike a pose* We liked the Chianti and Bloody Cab. Also, the Portlandia Pinot Noir was very smooth and drinkable. Great and thoughtful food "bites" menu is the perfect edition to any Cabernet. Come to Vampire to people watch and become engulfed in the dark trippy vibes of the Transylvania crowd. ‍

This is my favorite wine bar. They have a great selection of wine, and I absolutely love their flights. They have varios options for flight and their food is good too. Their charcuterie board is great! It comes full with meats, cheese, nuts, fruits, among others. 5 of us are from it. We also had a flatbread and it was tasty. The bartender was nice and brought everything in a timely manner.

Great wine... Great music... Great atmosphere... Great staff... This is the spot for your small group of friends, a date or a night after work for a quick drink. Not too loud and tooled away nicely. They do only wine and beer, so look at the lists before coming in. Definitely a spot for an experience.

Loved this place! Great atmosphere and amazing staff. The decor is such fun, kitschy vampire stuff. Everywhere you look there are small details to find. The bathroom is even decorated to match and super clean!! Huge selection of wines to pick from. Definitely stop by here.

Tonight was another great night at Dracula's. The bartenders here are so incredibly nice, and they always recommend a great beverage. One bonus is that they serve a Romanian lager here that you cannot get anywhere else stateside. The food- who would have thought that a Dracula bar would have an amazing food menu? The flatbread pizzas are amazing, the other apps they have are all so meticulously prepared that we always ask why this place is a hidden gem. Lastly, if you aren't a wine drinker, the Ale and the Witch next door has a huge great beer selection as well as seltzers. Love this little nook in STP.

A tiny hidden gem in St Pete! Dracula's wine bar offers amazing events, and wine/beer from all over the world. Their menu consists of appetizers and cheese boards. Prices are fair. Service has always been good. I ordered the bruschetta bread and it was delicious. I enjoy their unique decor and theme. Making this place truly unforgettable. P.S if you love sweet wine try their coconut or peach moscato!

Dracula's Legacy is a small, lowkey wine bar with a great selection of wine! The service was great and I loved hearing about the history of the different wines I enjoyed. Will definitely be back!

Super cool little spot with such a cool theme and delicious little appetizers and wines! We went here to grab some small plates (i got the proscuitto wrapped figs they were amazing) and we enjoyed the environment and friendly staff! Definitely would visit again!

I just love the atmosphere here! The staff is great at making recommendations. The wine is excellent and they give you a very generous pour.

Decided to visit when i realized it was closer than i thought. One of my new lady friends talked about this place. Saw that my current activity was near by n took a stroll over here. My phones gps was testy today. I figured it out fine. Creepy dark alley? Check around the corner there she was. Can't see it from the road but many other entrances will help u find it. They got plenty props outside to figure out where is at. I got there at 10pm just a handful of folks drinking n chatting. Found my spot at the bar. Ordered a moscato something italian. Nice n sweet with a lot of body. Don't remember the name. Added the meats loved flat bread. It took a while but by my second cup of wine i was chowing down on the flat bread. Pretty big n delicious, big enough to fill me. Nice to share with another app. Saw gentleman next to me had the pretzel, came in pieces with a sauce. I had pleasant time, was already drunk through first cup. It looks like a very nice place to come drink n just find peace. Over heard people just talking about board games n others just debating sexuality n sexual identity. It was alright atmosphere for my taste. I took a quick look over my shoulder. Being the 2nd trans in the bar im always willing to protect n teach when there's another one in the room. They seemed to have their butts in check so no heroics lol saw people of many age ranges i think the place is legit beautiful n just a good place to meet n make friends with open minded folks. Will come back in the future. Staff was great to!

I found out about this place while sitting behind a car at a stoplight with the logo in their back window, which was too interesting not to Google. I'm not big on wine, but this place was too unique not to check out as a classic horror fan, and it did not disappoint! The two servers were knowledgeable, friendly, and quick to bring our drinks and food out, in addition to checking on us throughout our stay. They do have some flashing/rave lights, so be aware if you're sensitive to that at all. The coconut moscato I got was tasty and sweet, and my friend was not at all disappointed with the Sweet Journey wine flight. We were happily surprised by how generous the pours were. And the dip trio and charcuterie board had the perfect selection to split between 3 people. We had such a great experience here and will definitely be back!

The interior is pretty cool and the wine is pretty good!! My friend and I got the Dracula's wine flight and all of them were so yummy!

Great spot. Great owners. They gave me a tiny Santa hat. Fun place for drinks and dancing and personal service

Cool and unexpected find. Excellent wine selection, particularly if you appreciate enjoying a glass of something that isn't "standard". Romanian wines and beers. Nice menu to accompany the wines and very good. Bartender knowledgeable.

Smaller than I expected but it was a nice stop for a drink. Did a wine flight. They had a couple beers on draft.