The Griswold Inn Wine Bar
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
Our verdict
Wine Spectator 2026 Award of Excellence winner. Cuisine: American / Tapas. Wine strengths: California.
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The menu
What to order
- Our Signature Clam Chowder
- Fish n’ Chips
- Seared salmon small plate
- Bistro steak with truffle potatoes
- Potato cakes
Wine Spectator 2026 Award of Excellence winner. Cuisine: American / Tapas. Wine strengths: California.
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
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The Griswold Inn Wine Bar
The wine
The Griswold Inn Wine Bar holds the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, which Wine Spectator gives to lists of usually 90 or more selections.
- Wine program
- Deep wine list
- Wine Spectator
- Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
- Extensive wine list
Details
- Classic
- Cozy
- Elegant
- Romantic
- Well Known
- Date Night
- Group Dining
- Casual Hangout
- After Work
- Special Occasion
- Wine Cellar
- Historic Building
- Design Destination
- Hotel Restaurant
- Standalone
- Extensive Wine List
- Local Sourcing
- Street Scene
- Waterfront
- Small Plates
- A La Carte
- Wine
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Gluten Free Options
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 5:30–9 PM
- Thursday
- 5:30–9 PM
- Friday
- 5:30–10 PM
- Saturday
- 5:30–10 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Historic yet contemporary wine bar attached to one of America’s oldest inns, with maritime art, atmospheric decor and a cozy, sophisticated feel; guests describe it as upscale casual and dramatic, blending old New England charm with modern, tapas-style dining and an extensive wine list.