Vino Veritas Wine Bar and Bottle Shop

"This friendly, welcoming wine bar on Montavilla’s main drag boasts an impressive 400-plus bottle collection from producers as close to home as the Pacific Northwest and as far afield as Portugal, with the international selection mainly focusing on European wine regions. Aimed at creating a comfortable environment where diners can relish and expand their wine knowledge sans judgment, Vino Veritas offers wine classes, community events like live music nights, and a low-key spot to grab a glass or split a bottle before catching a movie across the street at the Academy." - Zoe Baillargeon, Alex Frane

"Feeling like a romantic, earthy wine cave with its black walls, low lighting, and hanging plants, this friendly, welcoming wine bar on Montavilla’s main drag boasts an impressive 400+ bottle collection from producers as close to home as the Pacific Northwest and as far afield as Lebanon. Aimed at creating a comfortable environment where diners can relish and expand their wine knowledge sans judgment, the offerings mainly focus on European wine regions from Burgundy to Rioja. Patrons can grab a glass, split a bottle, or do a choose-your-own flight before catching a movie across the street at the Academy. Frequently hosting live music nights, visitors can also sign up for regular wine classes and tastings to learn more about unfamiliar varietals or regions. Outdoor dining is available as well." - Alex Frane, Zoe Baillargeon

"Montavilla’s cozy wine bar will serve a romantic dessert-for-two special to the sounds of harpist Leigh Brown. White Pepper Catering will provide dessert: Chocolate mousse with toasted hazelnuts and chocolate ganache tarts with candied popcorn, while Vino Veritas provides the heated patio and wine specials, including half-bottles and bubbly wines. Tickets are $20 for the table and two desserts." - Alex Frane