Noto’s Old World Italian, located at 6600 28th St. S.E., stands out with its extensive selection of 1,420 wines, including prominent varieties from Piedmont, Tuscany, and Veneto. With a substantial inventory of 10,500 bottles, the restaurant, overseen by Wine Director Joann Noto and Chef Tom Noto, focuses on Italian wines and offers a luxurious dining experience.
Café Mamo, at 1601 Plainfield Ave. N.E., is recognized for its moderate yet impressive wine list, featuring 250 selections from Italy. With a cozy atmosphere, this venue, managed by Summer Knoop and Michael Goessman, combines affordable American cuisine with a corkage fee of $25 and an inventory of 2,100 bottles.
Cork Wine & Grille, situated at 5500 Cascade Road S.E., offers a notable selection of 200 wines with a focus on California varieties. The restaurant, directed by Darren Rehfeld and featuring Chef John Chisholm, provides an inviting setting for both lunch and dinner, with a corkage fee of $30 and an inventory of 1,200 bottles.
Red’s, located at 4100 Thousand Oaks Dr. N.E., also emphasizes California wines, boasting 175 selections and an inventory of 2,000 bottles. This American cuisine restaurant, managed by Joe Harner and Chef Kiel Nickerson, features a moderate corkage fee of $30 and serves lunch and dinner in a welcoming environment.
On the lakeshore, Butch’s Dry Dock, located at 44 E. Eighth St. in Holland, was recognized for its impressive inventory of regional wines from California, France, and Italy, with 700 different selections and 6,500 bottles in the cellar. American farm-to-table restaurant Coast 236 Restaurant & Bar, located at 236 Culver St. in Saugatuck, also made the list for its strengths in offerings from France and California.
Each of these Grand Rapids restaurants brings its own distinct flair to the wine scene, offering diverse selections and exceptional dining experiences.
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