Jodi G.
Yelp
Slather on the sunscreen to protect from all UVs but this one!
I came here with a friend after a 12 mile walk. That being said, our tummies were orchestrating a 21st century symphony filled with what sounded like angry percussionists. I was surprised Saturday of Memorial weekend was their second day in business since the service, drinks, and food were on point from late afternoon to early evening...despite the ominous black clouds & heavy rain.
THE LAYOUT/DECOR:
This small, yet comfy, wine bistro & cafe is located in a most unassuming locale below an apartment complex off Garland Rd. UV has happily replaced what was once Cafe Lago (known as Cafe NoGo to many).
When you walk up to UV, you are immediately greeted by a dog-friendly patio filled with comfy dark wicker furniture of various coordinated sizes and configurations, colorful shade umbrellas, a decorative fountain surrounded by corks of past imbibing, and a welcoming large outdoor fire place - sure to toast your chilly bones by during cooler months.
The interior is the patio's chic older sister - revving it up with cool and sexy decor. You are immediately faced with a sleek long bar and espresso colored chairs as you step upon lovely large-tiled floors. The owners decided to mix things up inside as they did out - providing various seating configurations ranging from a long 8-top dinner table with a pillow adorned bench to an intimate nook of two lovely cushiony armless chairs with a small table nestled between the two. Alongside bright art, bottles and bottles of wine line the walls - enough to bring out your gluttonous side. Go ahead, buy some for the house! YOU CAN DO THAT HERE!
THE OFFERINGS:
No, you will not be sacrificing anything unless you consider becoming a regular here a sacrifice of your time.
The food menu is limited, but don't take that as a complaint. A small selection of their nibbles include, hummus with pita and salmon crustinis. We tried the flaky salmon crostinis layered with marscapone. I'd hands down recommend them. The two-handed paninis have specialty ingredients such as goat cheese, fig preserves, kalamata tapenade, braised chicken, prosciutto, etc. I tried the braised chicken with drunken goat cheese and all I can say is, life will never be the same. It's not all bread! They have a few salads, none of which I tried. If you'd rather not have a meal, go for one of their healthy portioned meat and cheese boards of your choice - two meats and two cheeses or three of each along with two of their sides, stone ground mustard, crackers, large walnut pieces, and grapes. Yes, my friend and I gorged ourselves on this AFTER our early dinner. Ask about the specialty dark and milk chocolates. They are small delectable bites of heaven!
The wines can be ordered from the menu, by the glass or bottle. Your other option is to get off your tuckus and peruse those wine lined walls I mentioned. If you need some help, just ask your server. They are absolute dolls! I can recommend bottles, I mean one bottle, of Cava. ;-) Bringing someone who's not a wine fan? Ask about their great beer selection.
SERVICE:
Service was impeccable...simply top-notch from owner to waitstaff. When Mother Nature chased us inside from the patio with a heavy down pour, the staff was eager to help us relocate. When we needed to move from a larger table to that cozy nook, staff once again took care of us. Our Cava? Well, it was kept chill and flowing. Hats off to you all!
Raise a glass and enjoy. Cheers!