The Auto Pour

Jenny and John, you both are now apart of our lives. Thank you so so much for allowing us to celebrate our special day at The Auto Pour. You both were welcoming and accommodating from the get go. I highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for a small gathering or even for girls night, date night, or whatever! This place has it all with genuine lovely owners and delicious varieties of wine and beers!

Note: there is no food served here, but to keep the rating high, I gave them a 5 as the food we were allowed to bring was excellent! I first came to The Auto Pour (T.A.P.) on May 15th, 2024. It was my first time here and I came back three days later to celebrate my birthday. I was very excited when I realized the premise of T.A.P. You are able to start a tab and drink/taste all the wine and beer you would like by ounces. I was able to sample six different wines and 4 beers. Between my husband and myself, we spent $28.00! They have a water cooler to help you stay hydrated while you sample(again, you can also bring your own water). Today(Saturday), they also had live music. They played and sang light rock, classic r&b, and good country music. The establishment is run by a cute couple. They were very friendly and gracious. I will definitely go back again and again.

We hosted our wedding reception at The AutoPour and had the best time! We had our wedding on a Sunday, partly because that's when our photographer was available, and also because that's when TAP allows you to host private events. We had a very simple and low-key reception, 45 people with a pizza bar and wine - it was perfect for us! Jenny and John are amazing. We stopped by a few times ahead of the wedding to chat with them, and grab a drink. The day-of we had some help setting up early, and John and Jenny made the entire evening run flawlessly. We had several guests let us know how helpful and wonderful John and Jenny are; that made them feel comfortable from the minute they arrived. I would absolutely host another private event here - it is very to communicate details, and a fantastic atmosphere! John & Jenny - thank you! It was a perfect day.

Great place allows you to choose your spirits. This self guided wine and beer dispenses a variety of different beverages. Indoor and outdoor seating gives you space for a quaint date night, girls outing, or group event. The owners are genuine and friendly.

This is a good spot if you like the theme of being able to try a lot of different wines (or beers). I really enjoy places like this. No stars for food, bc they didn't serve any, but you can bring stuff in. 32 bottles "on tap". The owners are really nice folks.

This was so well done! You get a credit card like device that turns on each machine (and tracks your charges) that pours a 1, 3 or 5 ounce pour of wine- so sampling all kinds of different regions and varietals is super easy and fun. The venue is clean and comfortable, and being able to bring in your own meal (order the next door pizza it’s delicious!) makes it super easy to chill. Great night, great concept done very well!

The Auto Pour was a great experience, the owners were very nice and attentive to everyone’s needs. The atmosphere had a relaxing, laid back, chill vibe. Great selection of wine and beer to try.

I’m so happy to find this place. I moved from CA to SC last year. I love wine and was in the wine industry. I have been looking for some place to drink wine but I couldn’t find it like here. I just want to try taste some kinds of wine as tasting room. This place make it happen to me🍷I really like the system I can chose 1oz, 3oz or full glass and reasonable☺️ It’s 90 minutes far from my place but if I have chance to visit Charlotte, I definitely will make a plan to stop by here✨ I have lots of board games, so me and my husband talk about donate some of them???😋

I've been to once of these concepts for beer and loved this so much more. While they did have a small selection of beer available, I opted to stick with the wine. I tried three separate wines (I'm sorry I can't recall them I was a bit distracted by the date I was on ) but was happy with every pour. I had red while my partner had white and we were both very happy with our selections. Live music was provided and was the cherry on top to the ambiance. The owners were very nice and attentive to everyone's needs and questions throughout the nice. This is a great spot for dates or a girls' night out!

Limited for non-alcoholic options but Mrs. K. enjoyed their NA white and then I had two pours of different beers. Since The Auto Pour doesn't serve food, they're okay with bringing your own or having it delivered. Wednesday is $5 sushi from Publix, so we enjoyed that with our drinks in a quiet corner. A dozen beers on tap, a whole lot of wine options. Plenty of comfy seating. We had a nice time here.

Such a great spot for some wine tasting and some quality conversation. They have indoor and outdoor seating and the management is so supportive of helping you explore different types of wine! We got a bottle from our tasting today while we watched as they broadcasted the corgi races on ESPN.

What an absolute gem! This place is adorable and elevated by the incredibly warm and friendly owners. This is not a horse and pony show like other self pour places, there are thoughtful reviews of each wine, and an option to get 1, 3, or 7 ounce pours. What a treat to get to taste so many wines that are usually out of my price range. It has the self pour fun mixed with the vibes of a wine bar. For beer drinkers there is Coors light and even good morning Vietnam which is my favorite beer and tough to find. I can't wait to come back, this addition to the shopping center is perfection.

We were here on a Sunday afternoon for a private birthday event. And the experience was nothing short of top-notch. The space is large and organized very well with stations of wine separated by dryness. Each cylindrical station has a number of wines with the label as well as a printed description of the flavors. There was also an area in the back with beers, coders, and a hard seltzer. Typically you would set up a tab and receive your own card to track your self pours. The pours were available in 3 different sizes depending on your tasting needs. Our hosts were paying for everything so we were free to taste. There was also a DJ and a private caterer. The staff did a great job of cleaning throughout the event without ever seeming in the way or as if they were hovering. In fact, for the most part, I barely noticed they were there. But dirty glasses and empty plates magically disappeared. I tasted a few bottles of wine. While I am no wine connoisseur, everything I tasted was really good. Overall, it was a fantastic event. I would definitely come back and visit again. Pro-tip: There is a really nice outdoor patio to enjoy when the temperatures are warm enough.

Wonderful spot for a girl's night, a birthday party or any reason to gather and drink. I had a last minute change of plans to celebrate my birthday and the staff at Auto Pour accommodated our group that night and were so kind! They gave me a free drink to celebrate! There was live music, lots of wine, beer and seltzer options and you can try a small pour if you want to taste or a larger pour. They have water provided and have a variety of seating like high top tables, standard two top tables, a cozy couch, etc. Can't wait to come back to enjoy the patio and string lights when it's not winter.

We absolutely loved The Auto Pour. I love variety especially when it comes to my beverages. There are so many options here to hit all your taste buds. You can select how many ounces you want, so you can really taste everything. I had some wine then jumped into the ciders. And you get exactly how much you want/need. You can also purchase the wines by the bottle if you find one you absolutely can't live without. There is indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor seating allows for you to bring your dogs. They don't serve food so you can bring your dinner or lunch as well to enjoy. There are plenty of tables for big groups, so bring friends! The owner was super nice and explained everything to us. I would highly recommend stopping by to drink and play some board games they have!

Great spot for wine and beer. I've been here several times for various events and even just the occasional, lets have an after work bevvy. Great selection of wines and beers, self-pour, pay by the ounce. The pay by the ounce is great so you can sample and find a drink before fully committing to a large pour. Come on in, get situated at the front counter where you will be either given a card for wine or beer (or just get 2 cards ;)) Super relaxed and easy. The inside has tables and a large community table (for larger parties), but a nice outdoor patio is outside. I'm sure this place gets pretty busy on nice nights. Staffers are eager to make recommendations or help you out. Super friendly and just hoping you have a great experience with their spot. Nice parking lot shared with the personal gym space and Madison Perk next door. I believe there are run clubs also that meet up at the Auto Pour. One of them is Madison Park community and the other one is a run that the Auto Pour puts on. Great way to spend an evening, burning calories and enjoying putting them back in.

My family and I enjoyed trying the many varieties of the wines here. It was my first time here and I caught on very quickly on the auto-pour system. I liked that this was a dog friendly place too.

One of my favorite self-pour watering holes in Charlotte. The owners are nice and always helpful. I've caught myself staying here late a few times, laughing with or meeting friends, listening to great local music, enjoying food from local carts and just soaking up the vibes. They carry wine for all price points. They also have a small selection of beer, ciders, and seltzers on tap if that's more your speed. Highly recommend.

This cute spot is so perfect, with indoor table/ couch and patio seating. They have all types of wines and a small selection of beers and seltzers on the back wall. I also love that you could get a 1oz pour to taste different drinks , or you could do a 3oz or 6 Oz pour. My favorite was definitely the sweet red wine from Germany shown in my picture. Staff were kind and helpful.

The owners are so nice and accommodating! This is a great place to hang out, try lots of wine, and some beer. There are large tables and open space. They encourage you to bring in outside food. I am looking forward to bringing friends here to just hang out in the future!

Dude. FINALLY. I have been WAITING for this place to open. Located in Madison Park neighborhood at the end of Seneca place. The space is great, outdoor seating and a good selection of wines! They do have a few beers on tap and should be getting more soon. They will eventually offer small cheese boards (I think??) staff is super friendly!! The concept works just like the Whole food wine loft. You can put a certain amount of money on a card or they can give you a card and after you are ready to check out, you hand them the card back and they can tell how much you've drank. Three size pours to choose from. The beer on tap is pay by the ounce. We got two beers and it ended up being $10 for two!! Welcome to the neighborhood and thank you for bringing the wine so close to home

What a fun place this is. The atmosphere and staff are so wonderful and such a great vibe. There is a huge variety of wines and you choose your ounces. It's perfect for a party or just night out.

Honestly a great spot to get a group together to catch up and try a variety of wines. I could probably spend hours here on the patio. The owners were very friendly and helpful when picking out which wines to try. A really great local business to support. Will definitely be returning and recommending! (There is parking on site and dogs permitted outside, as well as bringing your own food)

What an ever so cool concept . So I have seen this concept with beer all the time but never with wine ! It's an outside patio area with chairs and tabletops in the inside if you would like to sit inside while sipping on a glass of wine . So the way it works you leave your card on file and your id . You are charged by the ounces that you pour in your glass . For many of them I wanted to taste test a lot of them before pouring a what's considered a full glass of the wine . The cards are also re loadable . Between myself and my guest the bill only came up to $40 bucks between us both far as full glasses we Probably each had 5 glasses and that's not even including us taste tasing others so I'd say this is not only pretty cool but affordable and something cool to do with your significant other or a girls day .

This place popped up on my IG so I decided to stop by! Well I'll be! I can pour my own wine! Yes! Sign me up! They also had a food truck on the side of the building. Not just any food truck but @lobsterdogsfoodtruck Boy! Those lobster rolls were sooooo good! And guess what, they'll be back Saturday! I love the set up of The Auto Pour! They have a cool patio and the inside is even cooler! Everyone was so nice! My husband even met the owner. We will definitely be back! Yup! You can thank me later!

What a fun date night! My husband and I were in town visiting Charlotte and we stumbled across this place. Lots of variety. They also allow you to bring in outside food and they had board games and live music. 10/10

I can't believe it took us so long to get to The Auto Pour!! My husband can be pretty anti-self-service-wine machine so that's probably why it did take us a bit longer to check it out, but after driving through South End and quickly driving back to our quieter suburbs and seeing the reviews, I thought, let's go. And we are so glad we did. The owners are amazing individuals, and they've done a great job with the patio in making it feel cozy and secure. We opted for a bottle of wine and split a nice rose. I'm looking forward to going back this spring and summer for more patio sittin' and sippin'!

Welcome to the neighborhood! Madison Park resident here. Credit and respect to this place for opening in a safe manner in the early days of stage two with this pandemic. Nice variety of wines for varying palettes and price points? Check. North Carolina wine representation? Check. Attention to detail and sanitation? You betcha! Prime corner location in the same shopping center as newcomer Uptown Cheapskate and fan favorite Jasmine Grill. If you are driving in from South Boulevard it is across the street from Crispy Banh Mi. Less than 10 customers were inside on Sunday of Memorial Day weekend with intermittent clouds. We elected for one of the patio tables and appreciated the signs communicating sanitation, along with menus. To be clear, one of the owners came out to sanitize the table and chairs again before we drove away. Efficient! We only had time for one glass each, but enjoyed a pair of Cabernet Franc pours, one from Australia and another from North Carolina. No beer or cider on tap...yet. Right now they have some prepackaged food offerings. Friendly service and the place was clean as a whistle. Pleased to see this shopping center get some new life and we will certainly be back, especially with it being an easy walking distance of home.

My friend recommended this place to me and boy was I impressed! This is a great place to go and try all different types of wine without spending so much! You can try an ounce, 3, or 6 ounces! This is perfect for lightweights like me who can't finish a whole glass but wants to try a little bit of everything, lol! An ounce costs around $1-$2 so not bad for wanting to try many different types! They also have a sheet you can fill out where if you try every wine, you get a free shirt, what a cool concept! The ambience is very clean and relaxing and is a perfect place to chill and chat. The owners were very friendly and accommodating and let us stay an hour past closing because we were still chatting! A lovely place to come and try all types of wine, I will definitely be back and will bring my friends with me!

10/10 experience! Went to see a friend perform at The Auto Pour (yes live music). This was our first time and the owners were super friendly and welcoming. We absolutely love the self pour concept--you open a tab and can choose to receive a card for wine, beer, or both. You're charged by the oz, the price by the oz is listed for the beverage, and you can track your tab in real time. We were there on a Saturday night, so there was a good crowd but we didn't feel like we were right on top of anyone. I saw a group playing Jenga and another table had a game as well. The best part for me is the wine but a close second is that you can have food delivered to you at the venue! We really had a great time and hop to return soon--I've already told all my friends about it .

The wine pouring part of the bar was really fun. I didn't try the beer portion. They had a live band playing as well. I think they had a good truck outside. Not sure of the snacks available inside. Great patio space for a fun date night.

Absolutely wonderful! The owners are great! Very knowledgeable and they have some fabulous wines! Any place that serves Caymus is a win for me! The Tempranillo trio in the back machine was quite interesting as well as delicious! I will be back, and look forward to sampling more wines!

We love this spot!!! We came here with friends and family while they were in town for the holidays and every person in the group was impressed. John, one of the owners, was super attentive and kind. The selection of wine is vast and accommodating from beginners to sommeliers. The fun and classy environment includes games, chic furnishings, and trendy decor. We will definitely be back!

Auto pour is an awesome spot and run by great management. They are incredibly kind and welcoming. It's a great concept of self pour beer and wine. They also have great seltzers and ciders available. Big fans of this spot!

A pour your own drink with 60+ wine options and 15+ beer options....score! This bar walking distance to your home....double score!! The Auto Pour is located off of South Blvd. Plenty of parking and a little patio for outside seating. Inside is very sleek and clean with some inside seating and a spot for live music (which I cant wait till they bring in!). There is so much wine to choose from and the wine is separated by type (including a NC section). Beer is along the back way. The pour options are 1 oz., 5 oz. And 9 oz. Love the 1 oz option for just a taste (especially during this time while I am pregnant!). I thought the prices were very reasonable. You can also buy bottles of wine and they have a few cheese plates in a cooler. You can also bring your own food. My only suggestion is to add a few non alcoholic options in that cooler (like sparkling water). There was another pregnant mama there with me coincidentally and both of just were going back and forth to the little water cooler to fill up the small cups so a non alcoholic option for purchase would have been nice. Fantastic spot and welcome to the neighborhood!

We love supporting this place. The couple that owns it is super nice and greets you upon entering at the desk. If you go a couple of times they'll definitely recognize you as they've built a tight knit community. If you need assistance with wine or recommendations they are happy to help and if you accidentally make a mess there isn't any judgement. You receive a card for either beer or wine and after that it's up to you what you drink! The machines are easy to use and separated by style of wine. The beer selection is also good so it's nice for my husband and I to go and be able to get what we like. We're thrilled to go back every time we're in the area.

Visited The Auto Pour while I was visiting a friend in NC. Had no idea that this place existed, and I have not had a good drink or glass of wine since December/January. I am very picky about my wines in general (not because I know any better, I'm just stubborn sometimes, hah)! I rarely branch out beyond dry reds and the occasional red blend. I lived in San Francisco, so reds just kind of became the norm for me. White wines normally give me headaches, or at least the ones that I drink here in PA do. (Our soil is more conducive to sweeter grapes, I think.) Anywho, this place was FANTASTIC!!! It was absolutely gorgeous, and the staff were so very friendly, especially the owner (who also had a stint working in PA)! The space was open, clean, had great lighting, more than enough tables for seating (table-top/bar), and it was decorated perfectly with Millennial-eye-grabbing accoutrements. (Yup, gettin' fancy with my words here.) The wood trimming and the lounge areas were perfect for a group of friends having a night out. We ended up on the patio and enjoyed a breezy night. I love the premise of The Auto Pour. Sixty-four wines, a bunch of beer, and some ciders, from all across the U.S., that you get to sample, all on one chip card. And if you REALLY like it--buy a full glass! Or three! My friend and I actually emptied out two bottles by accident. We had that much fun touring each of the rotating "wine cabinets." And the cherry on top for me: none of the white wines gave me a headache. They were all great quality wines, some local, some not, and I found myself constantly returning to the dry and sweet whites. Honestly, I don't even think this concept is in Philadelphia yet. They should take a note from The Auto Pour on how to do it right. Again, we had a great time. If you go, make it a point to have a chat with the owner and his wife. They put a lot of love and careful thought into this place, and it shows.

This place is a 5 star no argument place. It's SO NICE! The owners alone make it such a great experience. They have such good recommendations and are the kindest people ever. There are so many good choices of wines from white, to red and some rose! 15 options for beer too! The prices are honestly so good too! There is food near by, and some food trucks occasionally and the owners encourage for you to bring the food right in! Super chilled. I am so excited a self pour place is near by my home and not in south end, more relaxed feel. Indoor and outdoor seating too! Welcome to the neighborhood Auto Pour! Going to find myself here so often :)

This has become one of my favorite spots in Charlotte! I love the self pour concept and Auto Pour is a super cute spot with a lot of wine options and a few beer/cider options as well. - There is outdoor seating with heaters. Plenty of indoor seating that is socal distant. -You can have an open tab on your drink card or load a predetermined amount for those not wanting to overspend. -There are non-alcoholic drinks available and a few selections of snacks to order. You can order or bring in food. Ordering Doordash has been our go-to when arriving. There are rotating food trucks on certain nights, check Facebook or IG for the schedule each week. -Wine pour prices vary on the wine but you can get 1 oz, 3 oz, or 6 oz pours. The bottles are also available to purchase and are usually located under the dispenser. -Tuesday Nights is my favorite night, Trivia!! Wednesday night there is a run club. On the weekends there are different events. -There are a few board games available to use or play. The owners are super sweet and makes everyone feel at home.

It was a cool way to try wines. Staff was helpful. Worth the stop. Stop in your travels

Just moved to Charlotte and this is 110% my favorite place so far. Cutest owners. Best wine selection. Interesting challenge you'll have to check out if you want the free t-shirt. And smartest idea I've ever heard of. Go now. Right now!!!!!

I had a great time on Friday just to get out the house. I decided on The Auto Pour because they were on IG and it is a new spot. During Covid, it is especially important that everything is clean. The establishment was definitely clean and they were doing as patrons were leaving. There was also a food truck outside as well if you were hungry. I'll definitely be returning and whoever sees this review check it out.

I've only been to this place twice now but I can honestly say that I love it!! The atmosphere is amazing there. It's nice to be able to try different types of wine without buying a full glass (they have 1, 3, and 5 oz pours). They also have beer for those in your party not interested in wine and games to play if you want. I can't wait to go back!!

This is my favorite wine bar in Charlotte. They have a great selection of wines and Jasmine grill is right next door. The owners are so friendly and helpful. The spot is large, spacious, and super clean, so it feels extra safe during COVID. Just an overall great vibe and always a good time!

Cool atmosphere, unique experience, enjoyed trying the excellent variety of wine and beer! Great place to to take your family and friends. The owners are definitely involved with the patrons to make sure they enjoy there time, and answer any questions you may have about the wine and beer. The outside patio is a perfect place for sipping on your favorite beverage. Can't wait too go back!

My favorite place to go. This is the happy hour, girls night, family night, bring your cornhole, quaranteam night place to go. The indoor area is spaced out and clean. Huge outdoor area too. They have 64 wines to try and pour yourself, you just grab a card when you walk in. Also tons of beers and ciders! The owners John and Jenny are great.

Super nice staff and fair pricing. The entire family had a good time. Will definitely be back!

We are obsessed!! Finally a trendy wine bar in our neighborhood. Owners are so friendly, relaxed and fun vibe indoors, great outdoor space, overall fabulous experience. Would give a 6/5 stars if I could! Can't wait for what is to come with this wonderful neighborhood establishment!

This is a hidden gem of Madison Park. During these times, my husband and I have been on the hunt for a place not overly crowded to have an afternoon out with our young son- TAP fits the bill perfectly. Tons of beer and wine options, plenty of outdoor seating to fit strollers and inside is spread out enough that a loud toddler won't ruin anyone's experience. The owners couldn't be nicer and it feels like a treat to try many different wines while serving yourself. We will be back for sure!

Great wine collection at good prices. The space is beautiful with plenty of seating inside and out. The owners/staff are extremely sweet and even bought me a drink because they overheard it was my birthday. Will certainly be back to this Madison Park gem.

We went to The Auto Pour last night. The owners are friendly and the wine wonderful. It is a fantastic concept. It's like having your own personal wine tasting. You can try an ounce of several wines and when you find one you really like you can have a three or six once pour. There are a few inside seating options and a big patio. If you like wine, beer or cider, I highly recommend it!