Screwtop Wine Bar

If you’re looking for a solid Arlington happy hour, Screwtop Wine Bar in Clarendon is officially one of my favorite weekday resets. Their happy hour runs Monday–Friday from 3pm–6pm with $8 wines, $6 beers, and discounted appetizers — perfect for an after-work wind-down in Arlington. I tried the Royal Chenin Blanc (notes of melon, guava, and honey) and the La Galope Rosé (bright with cherry, strawberry, and watermelon). The standout bite was the papas bravas — oven-roasted potatoes topped with spicy paprika tomato sauce and garlic aioli. They also run weekly specials like Taco Tuesday and Wine Wednesday, making this a great Arlington wine bar to plan around. If you’re searching for a cozy wine bar in Clarendon or a reliable Arlington happy hour spot, Screwtop Wine Bar is definitely worth adding to your rotation.

Screwtop Wine Bar in Arlington is the perfect local gem for catching up with friends over an expertly curated wine flight. The atmosphere is impressively laid-back and welcoming, making it easy to explore new labels without any pretension. While the wine is the main draw, the food holds its own—specifically the nachos, which were absolutely divine 🤌🏼 and elevated the entire tasting experience. Whether you're a connoisseur or just looking for a cozy spot with great pours and even better snacks, this place is a must-visit.

Had a great time with friends here! Pick a table and you can order from your phone. The place is beautiful, lots of wine options, very lively in there. I ordered a grilled cheese to pair with my Mexican wine flight. They bring a sheet that explains each wine and they tell you where to start and which direction to follow. I love a wine flight because it lets you try different wines before committing. I’m sure if you needed help deciding a glass to have, they would assist. Cute spot!

Screwtop is one of my favorites in Arlington! Great food options, my favorite is the grilled cheese. The staff is awesome, always friendly and ready to help me find new wines to try. I would also suggestion asking about their wine club, I've been a member there for years.

Located in Arlington, street or garage parking are the options for this restaurant. Its located on the side of an apartment complex. It is cute but very very small. I felt very squished and not really able to sit and relax. We had reservations for 11:00am but only two others parties were there. Overall, I felt like it was an average experience, average food, and cramped space. Decent- good pricing though (which I bumped it up a star for). Couldn't really put anything else on the table. Wasn't able to scooch by the next table without asking our table neighbors to move.

Such a cozy and welcoming spot! The food is amazing, and they have a great wine collection. I also love that they host fun events from time to time, which makes it a really lively and inviting place to hang out. Definitely a neighborhood gem!

Nice spot for wine, both to sit down and drink there or to take home. Stopped by for happy hour and had two glasses of wonderful wine. Didn’t eat but the food looked great. They have a great selection. The staff was knowledgeable and very friendly in their service.

Went in to purchase some natural wine and they had a great selection. Their staff was also very knowledgeable and answered all my questions. Overall service was great and next time I’ll make sure to grab a glass and enjoy. They also offer a monthly membership!

My friends and I came here to celebrate Halloween and it was fantastic! One of my friends and I shared the grilled cheese sliders and empanadas on the happy hour menu, which was wonderful. I also got the pumpkin pie which was very good. The service was quick! Our waitress was great! The ambiance was wonderful. They seated us at a big seat table where we were able to hear each other. I can't wait to go back again. Of particular note, the chocolate lava cake was great too!

The Guide To Imbibe book featured Screwtop Wine Bar (Buy two flights, get them 50% off), so I took my mom and we went to the establishment. It's a bit hidden when looking for it on the street, and it's a bit small on the inside. The servers were very attentive and quick! I got the Virginia wine flight, my mom got the Australian wine flight. It was a very good and varied selection of wines. I didn't know VA has such good wines locally! For food, I got the mahi mahi tacos. Not the best tacos in the world, but not the worst. I wouldn't re-order again. The taco itself needed a lot of seasoning and flavor. The chipotle sauce they gave had a great kick to it. And for dessert, we treated ourselves to a chocolate lava cake with vanilla ice cream! It was warm, gooey, and reminded me of my childhood! I loved it!

Cute intimate spot with limited seating. We chose to sit outside since it was a beautiful day out. Scanned the QR code on the table for the menu. There's weekday happy hour, 3 - 6, and brunch Saturday and Sunday. There's much more than wine. There's frozen cocktails, beer, sake, as well non-alcoholic options. Food wise, they offer assorted cheeses, meats, sweets, sandwiches, soups, salads, and larger entrees. Since I wasn't hungry, didn't try any food. Wine flights available at a decent price. Decided on a glass of rose from Delaphane. I enjoyed it. Service was great.

After brunch at Ambar Clarendon, my friends and I stopped by Screwtop Wine Bar for wine flights. There were 13 flights to choose from. Both of us chose The Christmas Light Flight, which featured The Prisoner Wine Company Unshackled Sparkling Wine, Goosecross Sauvignon, Fossil Point Grenache Rose, and Klee Pinot Noir. They were all good! I look forward to trying their other flights including Fizz the Season, Rose Bells Are Ringing, and Trim My Tree with Tempranillo.

Amazing happy hour! $8 wines and food. The server advised us the chicken empanadas were only slightly spicy and this was accurate. I liked the empanada. The grilled cheese is soooo cheesy and delicious. Very good service, I'd go back for sure.

Located in Arlington, street or garage parking are the options for this restaurant. Its located on the side of an apartment complex. It is cute but very very small. I felt very squished and not really able to sit and relax. We had reservations for 11:00am but only two others parties were there. Overall, I felt like it was an average experience, average food, and cramped space. Decent- good pricing though (which I bumped it up a star for). Couldn't really put anything else on the table. Wasn't able to scooch by the next table without asking our table neighbors to move.

I absolutely adore this place! We ordered wine, the cheese board and I had the Toked Goat Chicken Sandwich with tomato soup. Everything was absolutely delicious and I loved the flavor combination of the sandwich. The ambience is lovely - perfect for a date or girl's night. They also serve brunch, which I'll most certainly be returning for.

Perfect spot for wine flights but maybe not food. I made a reservation for a weeknight and the location is quite small so it's definitely something I'd recommend. Our reservation was only for 90 minutes which is fine but I will say it took about 45-50 minutes to get our food so you may be rushing out. I went with a white wine flight and my friend enjoyed the Zinfandel one. The pours were nice and all the wines we tried were good. Now the food is what lost me. We started with the tomato soup grilled cheese app for $13 and the recommended app of the shrimp in the red sauce was so overpriced for 4 shrimp...4 shrimp in a red sauce being 20$ was insane. The grilled cheese was super dry- you could make grilled cheese for a family for 13$ for multiple meals. The fact it wa so expensive so mediocre and took so long made me feel like this is definitely a spot for drinks and maybe a cheeseboard.

I love Screwtop! The summer sipping reds flight is my favorite - it's so unique and delicious. The staff are outstanding and knowledgeable about wine. I've come for a full dinner, as well as for a wine tasting, and loved both experiences. The truffle chips are so tasty, as is the grilled cheese and the cheese and charcuterie board. This is the perfect place for a casual catch up with friends and an extremely approachable way to learn about wine!

Wine bar with a small menu, cocktail list, and beer selection in addition to a ton of different wine options! Only have a few small tables and a bar-counter inside, but have a few tables outside as well Host a bunch of different events for wine-enthusiasts I came here for dinner with my GF and we were actually really impressed with their food! Everyone here is very friendly as well, and I also enjoyed their seasonal "mulled wine"

Screwtop Wine Bar is still one of my favorite neighborhood spots! Love their wine flights and food. The watermelon feta salad is amazing, love the charcuterie board, chicken empanadas, Cuban sandwich, quiche, and caprese sandwich. They serve cocktails now too which is great!

I am so glad I found this bar! It has a great selection and I had them hand deliver a thank you gift to a local resident at their home. Everyone was helpful, professional and the gift was delivered in a timely manner. Highly recommend.

OMG this place is amazing. What I love to do the most!! WINE WINE and more WINE. This place is absolutely amazing. Very quaint and cute. Perfect location. And they have outdoor seating. The food and service is excellent. I had the Rose wine flight. And it' was delish. Then I had the chicken salad with cranberry wrap!! They have sooo many wines to choose from and pairings snacks as well. I felt like a kid in the candy store. If you are in Arlington stop by and grab you a glass of wine or two!! I can't wait to bring my wine group here

Screwtop is my favorite restaurant. I pretty much always get the turkey swiss melt with a side of tomato soup. For special occasions / when with a larger group, I highly recommend the pork nachos!! Nelson or Elmer can recommend a great red wine.

A small cozy wine bar with a very few tables and some bar seating. I came with a friend on a weekday night with a reservation, and most seats were taken. We came for happy hour so decided to get a pitcher of the cranberry spice sangria. The pitcher was pretty watered down, lots of ice and there was not much "spice"'; I wouldn't get it again. I also got a glass of sauvignon blanc which was decent for the price (from the happy hour menu). I usually don't have high expectations for food at wine bars. I ordered the burrata bruschetta, and cuban sliders. The bruschetta was ok, small and not worth the price, even the happy hour price. The cuban sliders were ok, could be more flavorful. Service was good as servers were attentive. They offer wine flights too.

Wonderful wine bar. Very cozy atmosphere. I felt a bit rushed to order and decide on what I wanted and rushed to pay for my bill so the other people could sit and order. My appetizer of grilled cheese bites and tomato soup-dip was delicious and satisfying. I did not order wine. Next time, I will try them out. I will definitely return! Everyone was enjoying themselves too!

The food never disappoints. The servers are attentive and friendly! The vibe inside is cool.

Cozy wine bar that I visited for lunch with a friend of mine. There was ample street parking on Friday afternoon right in front of the location. However, I almost missed the wine bar because the entrance isn't marked very clearly. The area right inside of the door is a bit crowded too. The service was fine. I don't belive the server introduced themselves or gave us any insight on the menu. The wine list is long which is great for options but I definitely would have appreciated some direction from the server since the menu was long. We ended up getting bubbles on the first page of the menu because it was a bit overwhelming. The beverage was light, refreshing and not too dry. I got a chicken pesto sandwich with tomato soup to accompany my beverage and my friend got a bacon lettuce and avocado sandwich and side salad. We enjoyed and completely finished our sandwiches and sides. They were tasty and filling. We also got a tiramisu and the chocolate lava cake. Both were good but not spectacular. If I'm in the area, I might go back to check out other drinks on the wine list.

Screwtop is a local staple if you are looking for a cute wine spot! I love going in the summertime and sitting outdoors on their patio space. This is the perfect spot if you are looking for a place to grab a unique glass of wine and catch up with a friend!

There are no screw tops at this top tier wine bar! I came here on a Wednesday after work and the place was packed, but that could be because they didn't have a ton of seating. I would highly recommend making a reservation. We were originally supposed to sit outside, however it ended up being pretty chilly (and they don't have outdoor heaters). They were very accommodating and were able to squeeze us in. They have happy hour deals 5-7pm as well as a full menu of wine + food. I got the seasonal cherry blossom sangria and it was ok. It was fruity and a bit sweet, but it was felt watered down. The servers were very knowledgeable and were able to recommend wines based on our groups preferences. We came here because they have a large collection of women made wines and they note them in purple on their menu (and apparently this place is women owned as well)! The food was surprisingly well portioned. The food came out very quickly despite it being pretty busy. We started with a cheese plater that had a good array of cheese and dried fruits. We also got the butternut squash tacos, which although challenging to eat, were very flavorful. We also had the veggie nachos and they were decent- they didn't have many veggies on them, but did have the basic: corn, beans, cheese, and jalapeño. We also got the veggie flatbread, which I would not recommend: it was greasy and lacked seasoning. Overall, I would definitely recommend this place if you're looking to try out new wines (especially some women owned ones).

Loved the atmosphere here and thr staff here is super friendly. They also have food here but we just came here for a drink. We definitely plan on coming back to try the food and some of the wine flights. I ordered the Cherry Blossom Sangria which was delicious. Definitely recommend coming here! There's some street parking and indoor and outdoor seating.

Came here with some friends as this place came highly recommended by one of the friends. As someone who is not a drinker I really enjoyed my experience here. They have a wide selection of wines and give you an authentic European like experience with their Italian snacks wine and a décor. The food is pretty tasty as well. I had a salad and it was pretty much everything that I expected. My only quarrels are that I wish they had more vegan options and I wish they had a larger space so that the experience does not feel so cramped.

Okay this wine bar is a GEM. We came on a rainy day and stayed for like two hours enjoying the wine flights and food. This place is absolutely delicious, I genuinely wish I had come sooner. The vibes are sooo adorable, it's such a cozy little bar with plants and large windows. The wine flights were a great deal- they range between $20-30 depending on the flight you chose. But they had plenty of options. I got the red, white, and blue wine flight because I liked that it came with a variety, but my friends liked the rosé flights they got too. The wine was incredible.. but the food was equally worthy of praise! My friend got the charcuterie board and my other friend got a sandwich with a salad. Everyone loved the food!! The sandwich I got was much bigger than I expected and I love that it came with a side of chips, salad, or soup. I got the tomato soup since it was a rainy day and it was phenomenal! The sandwich was pesto, mozzarella, and arugula. So tasty and the bread was crunchy on the outside but soft inside. The sandwich was probably my favorite part of the meal. 10/10, this is an incredible wine bar with good food and fantastic wine. There's several pages of wine to choose from, and everyone can find something they like. You can also get snacks and wine to go if you want to pick up a chilled bottle or a wine bottle off the rack for a picnic or date night. We had such a great night for girls wine night during the week. Definitely check out this spot!!

This place is sometimes great and sometimes misses the mark so a solid 3. Inside its tight quarters with a few small tables but it's not too loud, the outdoor seating is really nice when the weather is nice! Service can be a little slow/ uninterested but we have also gotten some really great servers. The food portions are small ( sliders and bruschetta in particular) and a higher price point - nachos $16-20 . I do love the soup and sandwiches. The quesadilla is also a filling starter option. We usually do the wine flights. About $37 for 4 3oz pours. It's a nice experience on the more expensive side but when the weather is nice it makes for a lovely evening

A cozy intimate wine bar that's definitely worth visiting! I recently came on a cold Thursday evening and the place was full minus 2 seats at the bar - score! The place is tiny but I loved the cozy and comfortable feeling as soon as I walked in this place. Once at the bar we were served right away and opted to try some of the flights. I was highly impressed with their options and even more impressed with the service and taste. Depending on your mood they have a flight that's perfect for you. Unfortunately I didn't sample any of the charcuterie boards, but as they were coming out they each looked amazing. Finally, although I can't think of his name, I have to shout out my bartender/server. I was frustrated over car issues and he was able to bring me some peace since he works as a part time mechanic! I really appreciated that connection he fostered on top of the attentive and excellent service. This is hands down a gem in Arlington!

Came here for the first time and will definitely be coming back. This little spot is a hidden gem. It's so cute and intimate inside. The customer service was great, they have a wonderful selection of wines and beer. They have a brunch menu as well as a regular menu and the food was amazing!! They also do wine flights!

The place is small but beautifully decorated, cleaned; and cozy. The service was excellent, the wines and cheeses were also good. A nice place for happy hour or to enjoy a glass of wine.

I LOVED Screwtop today!! Abbey is a very knowledgeable server and handled our large table very well! The PSI Tempranillo she suggested tasted phenomenal! Will definitely be back!

This is one of the cutest GEMS in Clarendon. Not only do they have extremely delicious wines and froses, but their food is also incredibly delicious. In terms of drinks, I am obsessed with the passion fruit fries. This drink is citrusy and Boozy which is the perfect combo for summer. Additionally, I highly recommend the Saganaki Shrimp as well as the empanadas. This is one of my go to spots and I have yet to be disappointed by the service, drinks, or food.

We went after work for drinks to screw top and each ordered different wine flights. The rose flight and the down under flight were really good! The appetizers were also really yummy and they even brought out extra bread for us when we asked for some for the goat cheese. Really enjoyed our time there and servers were really attentive!

We stopped in after massages for a quick bite to eat. I've been here a few times and the service has never been very good. You tend to wait a while for food, and my last experience was quite a long wait, for even my chai latte. I felt a bit of hostility from a woman working there when we arrived and ask about if we had a reservation. We didn't and we're willing to wait a little. Either way, she allowed us to sit at an open table and like I mentioned we waited awhile for waters, to order drinks, and then our food. The food is pretty good when it does arrive. Not sure why we did, but thinking maybe it'd be quicker we waited awhile for dessert.. We waited so long that we asked if the order was put in for us. It was. Just took a long time. Overall, if you are not crunch for time, and just there to enjoy the fun vibes, drink wine, and socialize. I think it's worth checking out. They do have a great selection of beer and wine that you can take home!

Such a cute spot! It's a little small and kind of crowded, but I liked the vibes. We came on a Sunday afternoon with friends and got some wine flights. I liked all the different options and the one I got (The Francey Pants) was great. My husband also had the grilled cheese sliders with tomato soup. It's not something I would have necessarily picked, but it was sooo good. Especially great on a cold Sunday afternoon. I'd like to go back and try some of their other wine flights for sure.

Great find on a rainy Sunday afternoon running errands. Yelp makes life so much better. Staff is friendly and accommodating; I just walked in without a reservation. You really should make a reservation because the tables are reserved for 1.5 hour spots. I'm 6'2", so tall folks like me might find the tables at little cramped, but I think if you order a wine flight you'll be able to cope just fine. The wine flight's reds were all delicious! See the wine glass picture for the varietals I tasted. The Tuscan Chicken Flatbread was good, but it really smelled amazing! I thought it paired best with the Malbec. They do have a nice selection of bottled wine and cheese for purchase, too, so you can actually check-off an errand while here.

We've walked past Screwtop many times and are so glad we finally stopped in for some wine and a snack! I had a glass of the Wild Pear and my husband had a glass of the Pinot Noir, and we gladly would have had another glass if we didn't have plans after. I ordered the grilled cheese sliders and they were delicious! The best comfort food and just the right size for a snack for 1 or for sharing. They were cooked perfectly with gooey cheese and the tomato soup for dipping was the perfect touch! We'll definitely be back and enjoyed perusing the large selection of bottles of wine. The vibes were great and cozy as well. I would definitely recommend this wine bar for an elevated drink and a bite to eat!

I have been to Screwtop or ordered takeout many times! Yesterday I went to enjoy a wine flight and some of their truffle popcorn. The truffle popcorn is amazing!! The wine flights are great too, a little bit pricey, but it is worth it to me because I always like all the different wines listed in the flight. I have never found one I didn't like. I don't mind paying more because it is a treat! The food here is really good. If you are dining in, I definitely recommend their sandwiches, they're so good! I have also had the grilled cheese sliders and they are great as well! Takeout is a little tricky sometimes as the food doesn't always hold up well in the takeout containers. I try to support them when I can and I did do takeout during covid. If you have the option though I recommend eating in person! Love the new seating outside with the fire pit area! It keeps you surprisingly warm if you're dining outside on a chilly evening!!

Out of the blue I decided to drive to arlington and check out this place. It is like 25 miles and parked on road side as I was not aware of free parking downstairs. I got chair at the bar and the person behind bar (forgot his name with blonde hair) was super nice and caring. Sat down and enjoyed a glass of wine and then ordered salmon rolls and then had another glass of wonderful wine finishing with a glass of bubbly. All excellent choices and wendy the owner has created a remarkable joint for wine and gathering. Might end up back today for wine tasting. Keep up the good work and great selection of wine.

Pretty cool little spot. They have a good selection on the food menu and the wine menu is pretty extensive. The food is on point too. I got a maple chicken sandwich(forgot the actual name) but it was awesome. Honestly, my favorite thing was the tomato soup. I actually devoured the thing. My only complaint is the size of the place, it's a bit small so I recommend making a reservation. Other than the size, I definitely recommend!

My fiance's dad was in town, and we wanted to take him and his current girlfriend to a restaurant with many wines to choose from. It was her first time in the DMV area, and we wanted to visit a place where we could go wine tasting. We decided to try Screwtop Wine Bar due to it being so close to where we live, and because of the wine flights it offered. The place is a bit on the smaller side, but the atmosphere was welcoming and had lots of natural lighting. A lot of the space is used to store the wines that are part of their membership program. There was also outdoor seating as an option, which is perfect for the summertime (and if you have dogs)! We all enjoyed our time here, and liked that there were so many fun wine flights to choose from. I ordered the "Sassy Sparkling Ladies" flight, and appreciated that the flight included a paper with detailed descriptions about each wine you were tasting. In addition, the "Strawberry Fields Forever" salad was AMAZING! I'm not usually a big salad person, but when I go back I'm ordering that again. Overall, definitely recommend this place for a light lunch and as a place to try a good variety of wines in the Clarendon area.

Lovely wine bar, came here because we got scammed on eventbrite and they had open reservations + we were in the area. Turns out this place is very cute and date night ish...but was perfect for the makeup I was wearing either way. We didn't eat any food but we did order dessert and wine flights which in my opinion were heavily poured (no complaints here!). Waiter was very attentive and that with the wine/dessert combo is enough for me to come back and try other flights.

Don't ever ask for patio seating in the summer. If it rains and you had a reservation, you are sh^%$t out of luck. Bye bye, the manager will NOT help to find a table indoors. And btw, it was cleary going to storm...the restaurant might have been proactive and saved a few chairs at the bar....or something

They overcommitted and canceled my friend's birthday dinner without telling anyone until we showed up. Would never count on a reservation here. They do not account for weather in their commitments and pick and choose who's reservation to honor without notice. Will not trust a reservation here again.

Went here for a girls night on Friday and it did not disappoint! We started the night off with a Sauvignon Blanc from India - who knew India had wine? I sure didn't but it was a great starter to pair with the cheese board. We asked for more crackers half way through the cheese board, and the waitress gladly replenished us. The cheese board is what I hope to create one day at home... all different varieties, lovely jam, and fun bites. Then we wanted to get another meal and ordered the shrimp nachos. These nachos surpassed our expectations! We were so surprised and low on wine, that we decided to finish the meal with a bodacious rose. Highly recommend here for a date or girls night!!

Screwtop wine bar never disappoints ! The atmosphere is cute and cozy and the service is always very quick. Each server i've had is always attentive! the wine and the food are also delish! love the cheese and charcuterie plate to accompany the wine!

I just hosted a surprise birthday party at Screwtop & the event exceeded my expectations! We had 3 wines, lots of appetizers & everyone enjoyed every sip & bite. The event planner, Wendy created happy birthday placards with my husband's name & a description of each wine - unexpected, appreciated, & elegant. The staff was extraordinary & very patient. The 10 guests wanted to mingle & did not want to be seated & we held up the service. All the staff were engaging & quickly attended to any special requests.. Thank you Wendy & Screwtop Wine Bar for a perfect celebration!

We had brunch here and it was cozy, the server was knowledgeable and friendly, and the food was delicious! We'll definitely be back to try more!

I joined the rosé club as a ploy to make my husband bring me here for a date every month. Charcuterie has a special place in my heart, but everything I've eaten from the meatballs to the Cuban to the pork belly lettuce rolls, have all been great. The low carb pork belly lettuce wraps are packed with meat and come with an awesome peanut sauce. Plenty of bar seating and friendly staff.

What a gem of a place! This has been a long time favorite for delicious food and wine (loaded nachos and frosé, anyone?) but is now a go-to for party hosting! We just held the loveliest sprinkle (baby shower lite) at Screwtop and they absolutely outdid themselves. Food was fantastic - allowed us to pick from many options and ended up with apricot and Brie bites, individual salads with the most delicious dressing, pigs in blankets (it's a boy!), chicken empanadas, fruit skewers, mini quiche, individual chicken and waffles, lemon parfaits...each one so tasty. We also had unlimited frosé, wine choices, mimosas, sangria - something for everyone. They offered an affordable decoration package complete with cupcakes/macarons from Bakeshop and did such a wonderful job! We will definitely be back for other parties. Thanks so much for making it an incredible event!!

Absolutely love this place! This was our first time here and was an amazing experience! The staff is AMAZING! At one point my boyfriend had asked our waitress on her opinion on some favorite wines they served and couldn't have been happier with her recommendations. We both got frozes, shared the grilled cheese sliders, baked goat cheese and the small nachos. I also got a sangria and my boyfriend ordered a glass of red wine. The wine flights are also amazing which we tried! We will definitely be back to try their brunch menu!

This is a really lovely wine bar in Clarendon that I can't believe I haven't been to until now! I walk by it frequently and it is always packed. When I went on Sunday night there was a 30 minute wait, and they don't take reservations. The interior is not huge so I'm guessing that's why. Anyways, the wine selection is great, lots of good options for flights and tastings, and none overly expensive. The food is also awesome for being a wine bar! In particular I really liked their grilled cheese and of course their cheese plates were also delicious as others have mentioned. I'll definitely be back!