The wine is...alright. It's nothing crazy. Whenever I travel (and in general), I try very hard to spend money on local restaurants and shops and avoid chains and big box stores at all costs. I decided I wanted to pick up a bottle of red wine while I was in town for the weekend. When I walked in, I was greeted by a friendly hostess, who directed me to the bar if I was looking to purchase a whole bottle to go instead of dine in. She was great. The bartender, however, was not. We informed her we were looking to purchase a bottle of red wine. She slid us a menu and just stared at us. Didn't ask us what kind of red wine we typically like, didn't explain any offerings...just stared at us. We read through the menu, which didn't include descriptions of the wine, just names, and asked her how _ wine was. She said it was slightly sweet. We asked if we could sample it because we are okay with a little sweet, but not too much. She said sure, and poured a single sip into a glass and passed it to us. We said that perhaps something more dry would be better. She made no suggestions. She continued to stare at us trying to make sense of the menu. We gave another shot in the dark and asked about __ wine. She offered us to try it. I said sure. We decided to settle on that wine because she just didn't seem pleased to serve us and the whole place was dead, but she clearly had other things to do. She then rang us up for $12 more than the bottle of wine that we selected. I gently pointed out that I thought she might have rung up a different bottle by accident. She said, "No, you also purchased two tastings. That's another $12." I was shocked. It immediately became clear to me why she didn't give us any direction on wine offerings...she was hoping we'd keep sampling wine so she could run our tab up since we were not opting to dine in and eat a meal there, too. I didn't say anything and just checked out. The whole situation was just too uncomfortable to keep interacting with. Again, the wine was...fine. It's fine. But nothing special. But I was more than happy to support this local business until I felt extremely manipulated and just in...
Read moreI called two weeks prior for a reservation, they dont take reservations. I still told them we had a large party of 14 and it was my daughter's Bachelorette party. Was told it would be no problem.
Arrived around 6pm Friday, May 2. Busy but seated quickly. Server came quickly and got our wine and appetizer orders. Wine and appetizers came quickly but we didn't have plates or silverware. Every one just ate off of the appetizer plates because they were starving and we realized it was busy. No biggie. About an hour passed without our server coming to check on us or take our food order. I went inside to order and saw our server extremely busy. She apologized and had another server come to take our order. Again, no biggie, we got what we needed and I felt sorry for the original server. Busy Friday night. Our salads came and they brought plates and silverware but not enough, 3 people didn't have plates or silverware. Still understanding it was busy we just waited for the pizza. Pizza comes and I asked one of the servers if we could have the missing 3 plates and silverware. Let me be clear, I was in no way rude. The server I asked was VERY RUDE to me and answered me in a very condescending manner. I had enough and went in to talk to the manager. Ther rude server was the manager, Josie. I explained to her the issue and that I really didn't appreciate how she spoke to me. She was even more rude and very unprofessional. She then said, so what do you want? This is not how any customer should be treated. We understood the busy time but the way we were spoken to by the manager was unacceptable. Hopefully Josie's manager will see this and coach her on some very basic customer service skills. Two stars for the original server, because she had no control over how busy she was. I would have given zero stars but that isn't fair to her. Seriously doubt I will ever return. I don't need to pay for someone to be rude and...
Read moreI recently had the pleasure of visiting Hocking Hills Winery, and I must say, it was an absolute delight. From the moment I stepped onto the premises, I was captivated by the stunning scenery. The vibrant colors of the trees created a picturesque backdrop that truly enhanced the entire experience.
One of the highlights of my visit was the wide variety of wines available. Hocking Hills Winery boasts an impressive selection that caters to all tastes. Personally, I fell head over heels for their Rose Lake Blush. Its delicate flavors and refreshing notes made it the perfect companion for a leisurely afternoon at the winery.
In addition to their exceptional wines, Hocking Hills Winery also offers an array of charcuterie boards that are simply to die for. Each board is carefully curated with an assortment of delectable cheeses, cured meats, and other tantalizing treats. It was a true feast for the senses, and I couldn't help but indulge in every bite.
To top it all off, the winery also features live music, which added a delightful ambiance to the entire experience. The talented musicians created a soothing atmosphere that perfectly complemented the wine and the stunning surroundings.
What truly made my visit memorable, however, was the attentive and friendly staff. From the moment I walked in, it was evident that they genuinely cared about creating a positive and enjoyable experience for every visitor. Their warm smiles and helpful nature made me feel right at home, and it was clear that they took pride in their work.
Overall, my time at Hocking Hills Winery was nothing short of exceptional. The beautiful scenery, wide selection of wines, delicious charcuterie boards, live music, and attentive staff all contributed to a truly memorable visit. It's no wonder that everyone I encountered seemed so happy to be there. I highly recommend a visit to Hocking Hills Winery for anyone looking to indulge in a delightful...
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