This is my favorite wine bar in DC. The staff are incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. They give great recommendations even if you just describe what types of wines you usually like. And there's always unique wine options to try that can be harder to find. The food is good too! I had the ricotta honey toast last weekend, and it was delicious! I've never needed a reservation here, but I suppose if you came with a larger group you may want one. They have indoor and outdoor seating (and I believe I even saw bug spray on the table for those sitting outside, which is a nice touch).

Since they opened 7 years ago I have passed by so many times and have always wanted to come here so I suggested it for girls night and came here with a group of 7. Their selection of wines is a bit esoteric, nothing I had heard of. Their prices even for a half glass seemed extremely expensive. Ambiance is dark and its a QR menu type of place. I got the truffle grilled cheese with chips which was delicious! The bathroom is big and spacious, unfortunately they have a lid for the trash can so everyone just put their paper towels on top which just looked dirty. Sitting outside at night on the last warm day of the summer was perfect weather. The table had two bottles of bug spray on it so that was my cue to spray my legs. I'm glad they offered that! Unfortunately I guess I only sprayed lightly like perfume, because the next day I discovered many large bites on my legs! Also we saw two rats running around the whole evening just outside the seating area.

Obviously I had to do an updated review for Lambrusco Week! If you aren't coming for their themed weeks, you're missing out. As I noted before, the staff is super knowledgeable and tastings are the best way to go to find a wine you love. I left with 5 bottles last night

Had been wanting to try this place for the longest time and finally made it. It was pouring rain out and yet the place had a steady stream of people. I was extremely impressed with the knowledge of the bartenders. Although little confused because they really act interchangeably. We loved the two bottles we chose after much conversation with the bartenders- a Nero d'avolo from Sicily and a Sancerre. We tried and split a lot of food but I didn't get all the pictures. We started with the charcuterie board with two meats and a grilled cheese sandwich. The board presentation was lovely with a little mustard, 2 cracker-ish bread, and baby gherkins on a marble slab. The grilled cheese was not as crispy as I like but still tasted delicious. Loved the burger!!! The pistachio toast was also very good. I will definitely return.

I've passed by Maxwell Park for decades but finally made it here in a Sunday afternoon for girl chat. Maxwell Park far exceed my expectations. Upon entering, I was promptly greeted and given the option to sit on the patio or in their large but cozy booth. Kevin was our server and he truly made my Maxwell experience. Kevin had a wealth of knowledge about all of the wine options and provided some great recommendations. Although I am not a bit drinker, it was nice to know they have zero proof options, and I recommended of my favorite alcohol free bottles. Overall, Maxwell is a perfect intimate spot for catching up with friends and/or expanding your wine pallet.

Cozy wine bar with exquisite selection. Service is excellent and will be back again soon!!!

Just came here for a night cap. It was nice outside so we wanted to sit outside by one of the fire pits. The wine selection is great and rotates monthly. Definitely a great spot to check out, whether you're a wine lover or you're a beginning just starting to learn about wine!

The bartender was super attentive and very descriptive when helping us choose wines. He also assisted us in matching our wines to our chosen food items! We loved our wines and there was quite a selection to choose from - almost overwhelming so use your bartender or server to help you narrow down what you're looking for. We got the truffle grilled cheese with chips (excellent, very cheesy), the fresh burrata dish (wish there was more bread to scoop up the tomato jam) and the crunch wrap supreme (a spin on Taco Bell but more savory). Ambiance is dark, so may be hard to see your menus if you're inside. The outdoor area was full so we grabbed bar seats instead, but it looked super comfy and inviting - hopefully we can try that out sometime!

I love this wine bar so much when I worked at Convivial this was my local Watering hole. They deserve all of the recognition. They have a great rotating list and the fire pit seating out front is a nice touch. This spot never gets old

I've been here a couple of times now and I'm impressed every time. The first time was with a large group of friends. We were overwhelmed by the wine selection. Based on like two descriptors each, our server confidently said he knew what each of us would like. Shockingly, he was spot on with each and every one of us. I then went again for a German wine tasting event yesterday. It was packed so it was hard to get spots at the different counters, but we made it to all of them! It was a well run event but I do wish it was slightly less crowded with about ten fewer people. I know I'll be back!