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April 2024 by WILLIAM PIECUCH
Out of business.
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June 2023 by Christopher M.
The County Wine Merchant (CWM) is a place that always feels like home! If you are old enough to remember a TV show called "Cheers" and you have ever been to the CWM, then you know why I like to say that this place reminds me of that show.There are many regulars who love to find their normal seats at the bar or at a table and who treat each other like extended family - crazy quirks and all. That said, when a new person wanders in, they are always welcomed like an old friend. Seriously, if you need a place to grab a drink or two and where you can forget about life for a while, this is the spot.The clientele ranges from wealthy eccentrics to goofs like me and everyone in between. And, unlike many other establishments, there are no snobs and there are no rejects at the CWM. It's kind of like a party that was formed by sending out random invitations and everyone who showed up just happens to be one of those fun and approachable people regardless of their background or social status. It is a refreshing atmosphere to say the least. And, one can meet some truly interesting people here.Fridays are often karaoke nights, and everyone (well almost everyone) sings or sings along. Other nights, the CWM hosts musicians from a couple of guys with acoustic guitars; to a several regulars who also play a variety of instruments; to Down Town Charlie Brown, a Chicago area blues legend. If you can't find a way to enjoy yourself here, you have to be really trying hard not to.The Bartenders Dorothy and Sheila are beautiful people both inside and out. And, if you've been to the CWM once or twice before, they will likely, upon your return, gleefully welcome you by name as soon as you cross the threshold.The CWM does not serve their own food. But you can order from Capri Express (Italian), Dao (Sushi & Thia), La Cabanita (Mexican), and a variety of Local Pizza places. They all deliver. Heck, most of them are right in the same mall. And many of their staff members will wander on over for a drink and a smile after they finish their shifts or after their restaurants close.Consider this your invitation to the not-so-secret cool cats club. If, once here, you find that you have enjoyed yourself a bit more than usual, someone will make sure you get home safely via ride share or maybe even via a ride home. This little family takes care of their own.
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June 2023 by Joel Reiser
The owner is amazing and friendly
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March 2022 by Cathy F
This is the best wine bar ever!!!! They have a monthly wine club. So much better than copper hawk.Music on weekends. Bartender is the best. Give it a try—- can drink there or buy and take home. So much variety.
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May 2021 by ivan simic
Best place I ever been, best bartender I ever seen,
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August 2020 by Jackie Zuno
Great wine selection and amazing service.
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August 2020 by Jarrett Gilley
Great place, and friendly helpful staff.
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October 2019 by Brian Bonarek
Great advice on wine. Bands on Friday nights. Very mellow fun place.
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October 2019 by Nicole G.
Hidden gem. Friendly customers. Very knowledgeable staff. Live music on Fridays. Great location. No food but there are great places within walking distance.
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July 2019 by G “MsGMM” MMor
Excellent customer service experience!
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July 2019 by Linda Vorreyer
Great night singing karaoke with awesome people. Katie is the perfect bartender and always has great wine selections!
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April 2019 by Deb A
The owner of this wine bar makes everyone welcome. He is knowledgeable about the wine selection which ranges from vey affordable to high-end. There are weekly specials of $2 Tuesdays for domestic beer and $3 Thursdays for the house wine pour. Live entertainment on Friday evenings and even Karaoke on certain Saturdays. Check out our favorite stop and enjoy a glass.
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April 2019 by kenosha2005
We were in Burr Ridge for the night. While walking around we came upon this place. It’s a cross between a wine store and small bar. Buy wine and go or buy wine and stay to drink. Small but good beer selection (a few more local beers would be great). We hung around and watched a couple of games. Nice fun atmosphere. Gene and his replacement bartender were fun, chatty and spot on. We had a great, fun and relaxing time where were least expecting it. Wine selection was small but they had any flavor you were looking for. Great time in a hidden gem! Thanks!!!
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February 2019 by Scott Bukas
Great wine
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January 2019 by Catherine Fry
This place is a hidden gem. The owner is very knowledgeable and helpful with any questions about wine. The prices are amazing. There is also a wine club. You receive two hand picked wines each month. We have never been disappointed.
