Oscar's Vine Society

In the evenings, a trip to Oscar’s Vine Society offers a warm and welcome respite in a city where restaurant service can seem somewhat cool 1 Reviews

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In the evenings, a trip to Oscar’s Vine Society offers a warm and welcome respite in a city where restaurant service can seem somewhat cool.

Perhaps it’s the stylish, wine cellar decor (tables are decked out like barrels of port, which has had something of a renovation of late. Though we think the warm service and quality food don’t hurt, either. At Oscar’s, the staff always greet you with a relaxed and sincere smile – no overselling to be found at this lovely venue.

The drinks menu lists 40 wines by the glass and more than 100 by the bottle, and the bar serves up simple, though flavourful, French fare. Oscar’s also serves lunch as well, and while the venue isn’t quite as convivial at noon, the food is still strong and also reasonable. Our Oscar’s favourites include a warm goat’s cheese salad and veal blanquette, a hearty stew that delights in the winter when the weather cools.

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  • 07 November,2007- reviewed by Andrew Buchan

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