Chris H.
Yelp
I must preface this review... I love wine, as I used to be a sommelier, and I really love and want to support local wine businesses. That makes writing this review about Rebel a bit difficult for me. I'm willing to give them another shot, but I still have to share my honest experience about our first visit.
I came here with my partner and the experience left a fair bit to be desired. In general, the interior is pretty basic and lacking in character, especially the individual tables after the bar area. There wasn't a great ambiance, and the light seemed a bit high and harsh at the time. Our server, who seemed to be the only staff on duty, was a bit confused about things. I had called ahead and was told that I could bring a special bottle and pay corkage, but the server said no. They had to place a phone call themselves and still said no. I have no idea who I spoke to initially, but someone was confused (and yes, I double checked my call log and I didn't call the wrong wine bar).
We decided to just stash my special bottle and see what was available. The wine list didn't exactly wow me, though I will admit I am experienced with wines from around the world and my partner always says I have "bougie" tastes. We decided to have a couple of glasses of (mediocre) sparkling wine and the charcuterie board. The board really just felt like something I could throw together from random items at Publix. I've been to several wine bars in other states that at least had more interesting boards (cornichon, quince paste, obscure regional cheeses). This one didn't feel worth the price at all.
All told, this spot came across as just providing the bare minimum I would expect, with some disappointments along the way. It certainly didn't wow me or provide anything that makes me want to come and spend my money here as opposed to opening a nice bottle at home with something from the local cheesemonger. I'd say it's more of a wine bar for those who are novice, uninitiated, or just "wine curious."