Amazing atmosphere, but food is only average. Food does not live up to the surroundings. Seems the steaks have good flavor but are not top quality. We did enjoy the pastas the most and the dry vignoles. The creme brûlée is more like a brûléed pudding.
We were surprised that there were so few in the restaurant on this BEAUTIFUL fall Sunday. I would think that most wineries would be jammed on a gorgeous fall Sunday but not here. The service was very friendly and good, but the food arrived slower than expected. The was good but not great. We will go back but worry that they may be struggling. This is a gorgeous facility and needs to be crowded.
We stopped here on our self guided wine tour. They definitely need better signage as we almost didn't find the place. It was beautiful inside and out, wine and dessert were good, entertainment was very nice, very relaxing spot to visit.
The family and I went down for brunch and wine. Food was great and wine very good, bought a few bottles home. I'm looking forward to going again before the holidays for dinner and to see how well they decorate.
Winery wouldn't do a tasting as it was "Burger Night", but nowhere on their website was this mentioned. One would assume a winery, when open, would do tastings. Isnt that what a winery is for? Obviously this one is not interested in getting their wine out as they also didnt have an obvious area where you could see their bottles. They were more of a restaurant and gift shop.
Yep, it is a winery, but couldn't bring myself to buy a Missouri wine when a perfectly fine California Pinot Grigio was available. Lunch was good. Sandwiches and generous salads. Nice beer options as well. You would think that the establishment would want to sell glasses with a favorite beer label - after all it is a business!? - but oh no!? Too bad. And yes, the building and grounds are lovely.
We were yelled at by the owner within the first five minutes of being there for walking by the pond on the property right by the main building. She said it was a liability. Ha. But owning a winery isn't? I would think if you don't want people to walk near your pond, don't have one right there, or put up a fence or sign. They were incredibly rude about it. Also, the railing is falling out of the deck sides all the way around the place and was not blocked off. Falling off a side of a decrepit building seems like more of a liability than walking near water. Our friends had already ordered food so we had to stay. The food was just okay. The beer was Schafly, so it was good. Our waitress was very friendly. I think she felt bad about how rude the owners were. I read on the website later that children are not allowed, which is likely we we were treated so poorly. No one mentioned that though. Also, no food or pets are permitted. It was fairly empty on a beautiful Sunday, so I'm guessing this experience was common. We will drive a few extra miles and go to Charlesville or Chaumette like we usually do from now on. Sooooo disappointing.
This was our first time at this winery and we can't wait to go back! The building is absolutely beautiful, inside and out! We happened upon this winery by chance, what a hidden gem. Our dinner plans at another winery fell through and that's how we ended up here; after our experience at Weingarten Winery we are so glad they did. We found the Weingarten Winery to be very accommodating to our last minute needs. The hostess was very nice. Our server, Connie, was a delight and very attentive. The house salad dressing is a sweet vinaigrette and is very good. We chose the Beef Medallions entrée and the Escolar entrée, both meals were very good. We tried their Chardonel and Rose wines but our favorite was their Blackberry wine. This is a very nice place, even though they have linens and such you will still fit in something casual like jeans and a polo. A nice touch was the pianist. Overall, this is a gorgeous property with a beautiful view, nice ambiance, and delicious food! If you are wanting a winery trip that is loud, crazy, and a party environment this is probably not the one for you.
Wonderful scenery and beautiful tasting/dining room, but the service was aloof and inattentive (with the exception of the very friendly greeter in the shop at the entrance). Also, the local wines we tasted, especially the Nortons, seemed very off (though were moderately priced). Not sure thsi winery will merit a return trip.
We made reservations ahead of time for large party as website said it was necessary. Having not eaten there before we didn't know you could order from deli and eat in dining area. When we asked if we could order pizza we were told our reservations were for dining room menu only. There were maybe 6 other people there all total. I didn't feel they were very accommodating considering we were their largest party of the day. Food came out at different times. The food was good, but there are too many choices for a beautiful day at a winery to go back there. No music,live or stereo system. It could have been so much more. I'm not sure if they aren't doing well or if management is reason. It's a shame because the facility is beautiful.