The Stained Glass Wine Bar, Bistro & Cellar
3.6
- 1735 Benson Ave.
- Evanston, IL 60201
- 847-864-8600
This new addition to downtown Evanston's restaurant scene combines the relaxed charm of a wine bar with an adventurous menu. One look at the warm, urban interior will tell you owners Victor Hernandez and Victoria Fonseca are serious about wine. A dozen mahogany wine racks near the front door contain more than 240 varieties from all over the globe, ranging in price from $25 to $250 a bottle. Quaffers also have 32 by-the-glass choices, plus 12 varieties of three-glass sampler flights. (The bar also pours Belgian ales, ports and scotches.) There are a dozen appetizer options, from traditional cheeses and pates to foie gras BLT sandwich and grilled rack of lamb with white truffle creme brulee. Hearty entrees include roasted Amish chicken and grilled pork tenderloin.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Benson and Church.
- Parking:
- Paid Lot and Street Parking Difficult. Paid Lot: One block south on Benson.
- Public Transportation:
- Purple Line Train: Davis stop. Pace Bus: #201-Sherman. Metra Train: Davis stop.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- 5:30-9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; 5:30-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday
- Cuisine:
- American Contemporary and European
- Meals Served:
- Dinner
- Price Range:
- $$$ ($16-$25)
- Reservations:
- Accepted
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Bar Style:
- Wine
Features
- Carryout:
- No
- Features:
- On-site Merchandise. Wines
- Worth Noting:
- Recommended
- Payment Methods:
- Cash and Major Credit Cards
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Seating :
- For 140
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"Big fans once"
Suze from Evanston - June 7, 2008
We've always loved this place and have saved it for special occasions, but I do think it's gone downhill. One person's wine flight came about 10-15...
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"o what a night."
chiboss from evanston - June 5, 2008
So I am taking an out of town guest to a business meeting and I read some positive reviews about the Stained Glass and I thought, it cant be that b...
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"So much more than a wine bar"
Mishka from Evanston - April 18, 2008
For anyone looking for an elegant but unpretentious dining experience in Evanston, you can't beat the Stained Glass. It's a lively place that remi...
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