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10 wine bars around Boston, MA
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Camberville is home to wine bars galore. | Photo by @rebelrebelsomerville
Looking for a new spot to wine down after work? The Greater Boston area is home to some top-notch wine bars.

Whether you’re an oenophile or just getting into the vino, here are 10 local wine bars to add to your boozy bucket list.

haley.henry, 45 Province St.
  • The Downtown Crossing bar is known for small production wine, plus craft beer and eats like ceviche and charcuterie. Pro tip: take advantage of the half bottle concept if you aren’t looking to buy a full bottle.
Sip Wine Bar & Kitchen, 581 Washington St.
  • The perfect spot for sipping some wine before a show, this Theater District bar and kitchen offers wine flights with 2 oz sips and a varied food menu, including tacos + flatbreads.
Spoke Wine Bar, 89 Holland St., Somerville
  • The intimate Davis Square spot has been around since 2013 + was revitalized in 2016. Visit Wednesdays-Saturdays to sip from the impressive wine list and enjoy bites like buratta and grilled mochi.
Glass of orange wine inside a naturally lit wine bar.

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Rebel Rebel, 1 Bow Market Way, Somerville
  • The beloved Bow Market shop serves fine, natural wines daily. The food menu is limited, so plan to grab a bite nearby at one of the market’s rotating food vendors, like Bluefin or Mike & Patty’s.
Colette Wine Bistro, 1924 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge
  • Grab a seat at the iconic pink couch, order from the curated list of wines by the glass, and try a dish from the seasonal dinner menu (think: steak frites and pan seared scallops).
Dear Annie, 1741 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge
  • Recently featured in Bon Appétit, the Cambridge restaurant is rethinking pub culture by serving natural wine and pescatarian eats in a thoughtfully designed space. It’s open every day except Tuesdays, walk-in only. Pro tip: visit Mondays for pizza night.
Honorable mentions go to Nathálie at The Fenway, Bubble Bath at High Street Place, Frenchie Wine Bistro in the South End + Fromage in Southie.
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