The Cellar | Wine & Tapas — Restaurant in Phoenix

My husband, friend, and I came here last night to enjoy some quiet time and good food. The food was actually really good and we were happy with that part, however that's unfortunately where the good times started and ended for us. Johnny was our server last night and we had several hiccups going on. We all ordered a glass of wine, my friend ordered a cabernet, I ordered a red blend, and my husband ordered a malbec. We were brought our drinks and everything seemed well and good, my friend finished her glass and asked for another, at which point she ordered another cabernet. Johnny let her know that this next wine would probably taste super different, because he actually poured her a tempranillo instead and just didn't correct the issue. Although she didn't dislike the Tempranillo, it really made us all feel strange that he wouldn't have just said he made a mistake when he poured it and just brought her what she asked for, he just disregarded her order and ignored it until she finished her glass.

We ordered the green chili pork, clams, fried chicken and beet salad to start and it took a really good chunk of time to come out, so by the time we finally got our food we wanted a little more so we ordered some truffle fries and baked goat cheese. It took over an hour for them to bring the fries and goat cheese to us and for these small plates this seemed pretty crazy. A few times, another server came to check on us because Johnny was nowhere to be found. When we asked for the check, he never came back to get the bill so my husband wandered the restaurant until he found the manager so we could pay. Overall, we were here for over two hours for a service that shouldn't have been more than an hour, we are not lingerers. We just want to have some good food, drinks, and go home!

Also, when we got the bill, Johnny still charged us for his mistake wine! Super disappointing because the food was actually good but the service really really dampered our experience and didn't make any of us have any...

Exceptional… the flavor combinations are exceptional. If you’re looking for a date, look no further. Please bring a sophisticated palate. If you like to surprise your date by going the lengths of ordering their dining, may I recommend a few? After you order a bull by the horns Cabernet and some Pinot Grigio start with the bruschetta traditional (2) you will not be disappointed by the girth of cheese, ripe tomato and delicious balsamic dress. After you each finish your bruschetta, indulge in a farmer’s market mix of grilled vegetables and savory each piece noting the differences between them. Now comes the time to chew with your mouth closed and open your sinuses. Order the Mac and cheese special that appears to change weekly. This week was a goat cheese and onion. The rosemary could have been ground to my liking but the aroma emulsified the flavor and heightened my senses causing me to literally chew slower. After you get done licking the bowl of Mac you’ll want to devour the chicken. A combination of spice and sweet that pairs well with the lightly breaded crunch. Service was kind and courteous. Compliments to the entire kitchen, you are clearly on top...

Experience of a service-disabled veteran and senior leader at the nation’s third largest bank. I was harassed by the female owner of this establishment and her friends after stepping onto the back patio for a smoke. There was nobody outside and no signs about not smoking. The owner was extremely RUDE and then was talking about us to another table which we could hear. I see other have posted about management as well so good luck if you choose to visit! If you want overpriced wine and cheese with harassment to go with it then you have found the perfect place. I wish I could give negative stars and the Cellar is a...