Cru Wine Bar
Austin, TX 78701
Phone: (512) 472-9463
Fax: (512) 474-9464
- Price:
- $$$$
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 4pm-11pm, Fri-Sat 4pm-1am
Editorial Review for Cru Wine Bar – by Andrea Abel
In Short
Modern decor, flickering candles and mixed seating including cushy banquettes and stuffed chairs create a warm atmosphere. Young professionals, couples and small groups fill this boisterous yet intimate wine bar and restaurant. Cru's wine selection spans the globe, emphasizing California labels by the bottle, glass or flight (a trio of 2-ounce servings of different red, white or sparkling wines). A variety of shared plates, entrees and desserts offer sustenance and flavors to complement drinks.
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Insider Tips
Save MoneyAppetizers or cheese plates offer a light meal to share with friends. Splitting a bottle of wine with a group offers more reasonably priced libations than the wine flights.
Know Before You GoThere are few vegetarian and no vegan options are on the menu.
What to DrinkThere isn't a full bar; Cru has wine and beer only.
Private RoomsA private dining room is available for larger groups or private parties.
Outdoor DiningSidewalk tables offer dining and sipping al fresco.
User Reviews for Cru Wine Bar
02/20/2008 Posted by kqh
This is a great place to go on a date or a with a group of friends. They have something for everyone! They get crowded quick, so go early to grab a patio spot.
Pros: great variety
Cons: crowded
11/13/2006 Posted by texumas
Cru offers a good selection of flights and wines by the glass, but they have some real gems on their bottle only list. They have a quality selection of the "currently trendy" Pinot Noirs. Prices are moderate too. They offer artisan cheeses, shared plates and full entrees that were tasty, but not memorable. The staff was friendly and knowledgable, and the upscale atmosphere was inducive to romantic, as well as philosophical conversations. No reservations are accepted, but they do offer "call ahead" seating.
Pros: A mecca for girl's night out. Great location.
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