Our stunning Wine Bar & Bistro opens its doors at 5:30 pm, Wednesday through Saturday evenings. Our menu highlights small plates, macro plates, featured wine flights and numerous wines by the glass as well as a more extensive bottle list. Our cruvinet system also allows us to offer a selection of highly-regarded “next level” wines by the glass. We have received the Wine Spectator‘s prestigious Award of Excellence yet again – 17 years running: our wine experience certainly reflects our “credentials”.

We encourage reservations, made by calling our Front Desk, 860.767.1776, or online through the link below. Please note that seating at the bar and communal table are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. If you prefer sitting at either of those spots, so as not to be disappointed, we recommend making a table reservation. If space is available at the bar and/or communal table upon your arrival, we can accommodate your preference.

We look forward to welcoming you!

RESERVE A TABLE

wine bar menu, summer, 2026

micro plates

Petite portions to enjoy with your wine as you peruse the menu, or as an addition to accompany your meal.

grilled flatbread with citrus olive oil, 3.

pommes frites, parmesan, chives, 8.

blistered shishito peppers, garlic, shaved aged parmigiano, 10.

warm, house-marinated olives, 10.

small plates

Our tapas-style selections span many cuisines of the world and are specifically designed for sharing. Typically, we recommend three dishes per person for dinner.

mussel cornbread
roasted corn, mussels, red pepper, scallions, garlic butter, red pepper jam, 10.
Recommended wine: Ponzi ‘Tavola’ Pinot Noir

street corn croquettes
lime crema, cotija cheese, 12.
Recommended wine: Gloria Ferrer Brut

stuffed peppers
farro, green olive, marinara, shredded mozzarella, 13.
Recommended wine: Palagetto ‘Colli Senesi’ Chianti

charred cara-cara orange salad
burrata, mixed greens, frisée, watermelon radish, raspberry vinaigrette, 14.
Recommended wine: Honig Sauvignon Blanc

watermelon salad
watermelon, marinated tomato, cucumber feta, mint, balsamic reduction, 14.
Recommended wine: The Gris 250 Sparkeling Rosé

grilled octopus
grilled corn, tajín, cilantro, lime, 16.
Recommended wine: Coté Mas Rosé

flatbread pizza
roasted red pepper base, artichoke hearts, tomatoes, parmesan, garlic, arugula, 18.
Recommended wine: Prunotto ‘Occhetti’ Nebbiolo

pinchos morunos
lamb, olive oil, lemon, cumin, smoked paprika, mojo verde, 19.
Recommended wine: Siglo Rioja Tempranillo

wine bar fondue (for two)
pickled vegetables, pretzel bites, apples, 16.
Recommended wine: Trimbach Riesling

macro plates 

More substantial portions offered as a main dish or to share.

shrimp pasta
linguini, lemon-sherry sauce, 25.
Recommended wine: Gavi ‘Principessa’

amish chicken
pan-fried chicken, garlic green beans, chicken gravy, mac and cheese, 25.
Recommended wine: Albert Bichot Pouilly Fuisse

seared salmon
soba noodles, citrus soy glaze, 33.
Recommended wine: Trimbach Dry Riesling

grilled, carved bistro steak
white truffle-laced pommes frites, arugula, red wine jus, 36.
Recommended wine: Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

 artisan cheese plate
Our cheese selections come from award-winning farmsteads that strive to produce superior quality cheeses. 

alternating weekly selection of cheeses
1 oz. portions of our cheese served with bread, fruit, nuts, and fig jam, 8/oz.

desserts

All of our hand-crafted desserts contain only the highest quality ingredients
and are individually presented by our chefs.

custard fruit parfait, 8.

the Mary-Ellen
chocolate angel food cake, 10.

house-made no-churn ice cream of the week, 5.5 per scoop.

coffee

regular or decaf, 3.

espresso, 3.25

Irish Coffee with Jamesons Irish Whiskey, 9.

Chip Shot Coffee with Tuaca and Baileys, 9.

B-52 Coffee with Grand Marnier, Baileys and Kahlua, 9.

dessert wine/ port/ sherry/ liqueurs 3 oz.

Moscato d’ Asti, Michele Chiarlo Nivole, 9.

Duckwalk Vineyards, Blueberry Port 11.

Wagner Ice Wine, 12.

Sherry, Osborne, Pedro Ximenez, 7.

Port, Fonseca, Bin #27, 7.

Port, Fonseca, 20 Year Aged, 18.

Sauternes, Suduiraut, Premier Cru, 22.

Chambord, 10.

Grand Marnier, 11.

Remy Martin VSOP, 15.

Martell Cordon Bleu, 31.

Chef Darrell Labonte

Every Wednesday evening, we serve all wines by the glass at half price for women.

The Griswold Inn is the proud recipient of the Wine Spectator’s prestigious Award of Excellence for 17 years running!