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$30 for $50 Deal at Dolce Vita Wine Bar
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- Reg. Price US$50
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- Hours:
Tue-Thu 5 pm - 11:30 pm
Fri-Sat 5 pm - 12:30 am
Sun 3 pm - 8 pm
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Music:
- Live
- Best Nights:
- Wed, Thu, Sat
- Happy Hour:
- No
- Alcohol:
- Beer & Wine Only
- Smoking:
- No
- Coat Check:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Good For Dancing:
- Yes
- Ambience:
- Hipster
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
35 reviews for Dolce Vita Wine Bar
Review Highlights
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"They have a really good beer selection (outside of Pabst." In 5 reviews -
"Oh & sushi on Thursday nights." In 3 reviews -
"PBR, half price pizza and great service." In 3 reviews
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35 reviews in English
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Review from Monika N.
Charlotte, NC
4/5/2012
Dolce Vita is one of my favorite places when I think of NoDa.
Amazing wine, great little food selection, cozy and laidback, yet cool and trendy atmosphere and fab people. It can't get any better than that. Irma and Alexis are sweethearts and you will never leave without a smile on your face.
The live music changes all the time so there is something for every taste.
Also, if you're super hungry and waiting for a table to get a bigger dinner at Cabo or any of the other restaurants in the hood, Dolce Vita is the place to go to have your pre-dinner wine or beer and just chill and wait. The time will pass much quicker, I promise!
Try it, you won't be disappointed :) -
Review from Susan H.
Charlotte, NC
2/25/2012
This is one of our favorite local stops in Charlotte. The service is always right on, the wine choices by the glass exceptional and the owners are sually floating around to say hi, a very nice touch. We love the chill atmosphere and open air front in the warmer months.
If you're interested in a particular wine, they are always helpful in answering your questions and trying to serve what you're looking for.
Since they have added food, it's the perfect place for a date or to meet up with a friend. Last time I was there, I enjoyed the hummus, the roasted rosemary almonds and the brie. Everything was awesome and brie might be the best in town.
If you are heading to NoDa for a nice evening, this is the place! -
Review from Ashla D.
Charlotte, NC
1/27/2012
Super tiny wine bar with a simple menu. (Cheese plates, pressed sandwiches, flatbreads)
But the food was delicious as was the wine! Its super casual, and almost looks like a java or coffee house more than a wine bar (other than the fact that they have a large wine barrel table.) Very causal and minimalist. Not sure I would classify it as trendy.
There was only one waitress the night we were there...and she seemed overwhelmed, as she wasn't extremely pleasant.
But our overall experience was great and the bill was super cheap...so we'll be back! -
Review from Kate R.
Charlotte, NC
4/12/2012 1 Check-in Here
Best kept secret in Charlotte. This wine bar isn't just a great place to sip and lounge, it's also an amazing place to eat! Die and go to heaven while enjoying the baked brie appetizer. Continue with the melt-in-your-mouth turkey & fig panini; then, wash it all down with anything off the wine list or draught beer specials. Don't miss 1/2 off pizza night on Tuesdays: $2.50 for a delicious personal pan! Wednesdays offer half-off wine, and most weekend nights mean live music is the cherry on top of a great experience. Familiar faces, relaxed atmosphere, and consistently yummy: Dolce Vita Wine Bar is most certainly the sweet life.
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Review from Cheyenne B.
Charlotte, NC
1/18/2012
We visit this place anytime we are in NoDa. Dolce Vita always has special events or some sort of entertainment. From belly dancing to pizza making. The atmosphere is trendy, but not pretentious. Great for wine lovers and the wine novice. Somehow we keep missing sushi nights, maybe they should make them more frequent (pretty please)
Wine and sushi, a perfect pairing :)Comment from Dolce V. of Dolce Vita Wine Bar 3/3/2012
Thank you for the review! We really appreciate it! Just… More » -
Review from carol s.
New York, NY
3/22/2012
We sought DVWB out based on the Yelp reviews and were majorly disappointed. We were in Charlotte on business and searching for a great place to grab a glass or two of some decent wine and take it from there. The casualness of the vibe was great but the blaring television at the bar and lack of music of any kind took the cool factor down to zero.
As pointed out in another posting, the bartendress's personality was dull-bordering-on-rude and, when we asked for thoughts on the limited selection of white wines, she shared that she doesn't drink white wine. Okaay. So this is a WINE BAR and I need to worry about the drinking preferences of the bartender? I won't go into the maddening details of the exchanges beyond that regarding which wines were already cold and which were warm (after being told that all of the white wines represented by bottles in the open shelves were cold), etc.
In the meantime, a pack of cyclists descended on the place, bringing their bikes into the space en masse, leaning them up against shelves, chairs, etc. loudly moving tables around and pretty much taking over the place. Who were these brazen, tight-shorted people? Evidently, the owner and fellow cyclist friends. There was no hint of the welcoming/greeting vibe mentioned in previous posts and, back to the wine recommendation trials, the owner(s) did not step up at any point to help as I bopped back and forth from my seat to the bar to ask if whoever was going to provide a recommendation and/or definitives on cold/warm wine status was available yet.
At the end of the day, Dolce Vita came off as an indifferent and entitled pet project. -
Review from Adam J.
Charlotte, NC
11/6/2011
I have got to say my FAVORITE place in NoDa is Dolce Vita. Upon moving to the neighborhood from Orlando, Florida - I was looking for a great wine location with a chill but yet trendy atmosphere. I definitely found it at Dolce. Not only is the wine and beer selection amazing (at amazing prices) the staff is supreme and probably the most friendly in NoDa (Jacqui is great).
I also had the honor of winning a pizza contest at this location via their facebook page --- be sure to add them: http://www.facebook.co... --- My friends and I were able to experience the great variety of pizzas that they offer and I must say: go try the Greek Style pizza (phenomenal).
If you have the chance be sure to check out Dolce Vita. They have live music, great wine, seasonal beers, and an amazing staff -- -
Review from Angie P.
8/8/2011 10 Check-ins Here
Love that this No Da staple is seeing so much love!
I don't know my wines very well & that's totally fine! Their 'menu' has very descriptive wording, that makes my wine selection easy!
Be careful...this place keeps a steady stream of people! But it's nice & cozy inside, so you won't mind.
Oh & sushi on Thursday nights? YES, PLEASE! -
Review from Grace P.
Syracuse, NY
5/21/2011
I love the location, I love the vibrant Irma Wolfe and Alexis Batista, and the bar scene is an eclectic mix of fun people. The hip and stylish interior really fits the area and the crowd.
The food menu is great, for two or for a big group. Ordering a few things, seeing what you like that night and then ordering another plate or two. My faves have been the BAKED BRIE it is so yummy and comes with a honey and balsamic glaze on top and the Mediterranean plate love that hummus! If you are looking for a new place to try, one that you will surely put on your dining out rotation, this is the place. -
Review from Steven H.
Charlotte, NC
1/13/2012
I like this place. I went with a group social group to this place. The atmosphere is great, [for a non-restauarant] and the food is good.. They have a decent selection of beer. The service wasn't horrible. Although, it looked like they were a bit stretched for serving a large group.
If you're on a date, you should go here. The insulation of "upper class"ness [being a wine place] is nice, dim lighting, and the atmosphere is cozy.
CONS: They have 2 TVs in this place. If I'm in a place for socializing I rather not have TVs on. -
Review from Sam P.
10/21/2010 2 Check-ins Here
As soon as i hear wine bar, i think pretentious or some sort of fancy pants place. i don't frequent wine bars so i don't know if that is just a misconception in my head, because this was definitely not the case at Dolce Vita. They lured us in with 1/2 price pizza on the chalkboard on a Tuesday night. Superb little pizzas. Tried the three meat and the veggie like one with red peppers. Both were delicious. Felt obligated to order some wine and it was very agreeable.
It's just a chill spot with mostly wood tables and chairs with an open air feel with the one side open to a few patio tables. There were just a few people around the bar and it was surprisingly loud, but i guess you'll have that when you're serving PBR tallboys. Not uncomfortably loud, but louder than expected with the small crowd.
We had a fun little night in NoDa and it all started at Dolce Vita. -
Review from Nicole W.
8/13/2010 3 Check-ins Here
I have to echo others' reviews and totally agree - this is such a laid back, chill wine bar, in the best way possible. I've been here a few times but more recently for a casual bite and glass of wine. The owners are very, very kind and bend over backwards to ensure that you enjoy your time here.
I ordered a delicious glass of Malbec, adequately priced and would be even more intriguing on a Wed. during with their half price glasses of wine! For my meal, I split the Baked Brie - a generous chunk of brie wrapped in a light pastry topped with balsamic and honey. This delectable chunk o' cheese was served with a handful of pita triangles and crackers. It's cheese, it's baked and I mauled it.
As for my meal, I went with the Roasted Red Pepper Panini, which was filled with thick sliced of marinated roasted reds and mozzarella. I chose a side of mixed greens instead of chips and was served a mighty large side of salad. The sammie and greens were flavorful and definitely enough to fill me up.
Dolce Vita is a great place to take a load off and chill with friends. You can also buy bottles to go, too! I believe they charge 50% of the list price.Listed in: What's Up NoDa?!, Wondrous Wine
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Review from Carrie B.
Charlotte, NC
6/9/2011
Sis and I went in on Sunday for half priced wine. Dolce Vita has a great atmosphere. The garage doors were open, so there was a little bit of a breeze. Felt great!
Alexis suggested a red that we really enjoyed. We also had a cheese plate. I don't remember the names but there was one with caraway that I enjoyed. The service was great. They are genuinely good people. Support local businesses! -
Review from Megan P.
Charlotte, NC
Yet another cute little place in NoDa that I somehow didn't know existed. The hubby and I passed this place while on our way to a different restaurant and we couldn't help but notice the sign that read 50% off pizza. Mr. P. had pizza on the mind anyway so we decided it would be worth a try. This place is small but has a fun feel to it. Keeping to the theme of NoDa they have plenty of local art on display and a few random items (surf board, bicycle, etc) used for decor on the walls. They offer a mix of seating with a few normal tables, some lounge chairs, and pub tables made from large barrels. They also have a good sized bar with seating.
If you're starving and looking for a big fancy feast this isn't the place you'll find it. This is primarily a wine bar with a limited food menu. However, the personal pizzas, normally priced $5-$7, are delicious and well worth paying only $2.50-$3.50. What a steal! The size of the personal pizza is just enough to fill up one person, and I even had room for dessert afterward.
The hubby and I each had one glass of wine and both wines were very tasty. This is a great laid back place to meet up with some friends, relax and have a couple glasses of wine (or whole bottles depending on your prefrence). -
Review from Michael E.
Asheville, NC
6/28/2010 3 Check-ins Here
Great place for wine...fun place to meet friends....DJs and/or live music adds to the vibe.
I like this place and think No Da continues to struggle trying to have some style and not being a hipster hang out....Dolce Vita Wine Bar does a night job of being a place that is laid back, good wine selection and has a nice open air design to the place with the large "garage dooresk" front that allows for some patio like seating within the establishment.
I do think there are too many tables in this place and not enough comfortable seating...like soft chairs and couches. Also, during weekends NoDa is just crazy, so finding parking is ALWAYS a challenge.
Bartenders are great and very helpful and this would be a go to place for a date. If you ever go to the Gallery Crawls that happen monthly here, then I'd recommend spending some time here resting your feet...you won't be disappointed. -
Review from Anna V.
Charlotte, NC
9/23/2011 1 Check-in Here
LOVE Irma and the staff at Dolce Vita almost as much as the beer and wine! 1/2 price pizza night is always a hit, but anything from the food menu is crafted with love. Only 2 miles north of Uptown, this is a great after-work spot. I've also hosted a LARGE event (80+ people) at Dolce Vita and they were a dream to work with. We've got another group event with them in November and can't wait to introduce more people to this little treasure!
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Review from Jenel M.
Lombard, IL
10/26/2011
Fantastic spot in the NODA neighborhood! My bf and I visited Charlotte for a convention in September and had the pleasure of finding this artistic wine spot. From the barrel tables to the surfer girl bathroom, this little spot had a California style, and the people were amazing. We had an opportunity to talk with a charming young woman that lived locally and she introduced us to the owner. Check this place out when you're in Charlotte!
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Review from Sarah M.
Charlotte, NC
7/26/2009
This place is a fun, casual spot to go for a drink in Noda. They have a small wine and beer selection, but the vibe here is just cool. The music both times I've gone here is acoustic guitar and the singers have always been really good.
The wines that I have had here have been spotty. Last night's shiraz was kind of bland...the ambiance made up for it, but more than once I wished I had ordered something else.
As Mike said below, it's more appropriate to view this place as a bar rather than a quiet romantic wine spot. But it's fun, and good for groups too! -
Review from Chris W.
Charlotte, NC
7/8/2010
You can't find a more unique wine bar in all of Charlotte... or anywhere on the east coast. It's a great spot to hang out and grab a glass or two of some interesting wines or sample the large beer selection.
On Thursdays they have some of the best sushi in Charlotte.
Love this place, usually go at least a couple times a week. -
Review from Travis W.
8/19/2011 1 Check-in Here
Having only visited once I can already tell I like this place. My visit came on a Sunday afternoon and the place was pretty dead. But to tell the truth I enjoyed that! They have a great little lounge area in the back corner and my girlfriend and I hunkered down there for a good ol' game of nerdy Scrabble. Combine that with half price bottles of wine on Sunday and BAM!.....Sweet life indeed! The owner here was super friendly and very down to earth which made it all the better.
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Review from Mike M.
Charlotte, NC
2/26/2008
I love this place.
I took my girlfriend here after dinner to have a glass of wine. It's a wine bar, why would I not be able to sit down and have a quiet glass of wine.
Right - It's really a bar, but it's a clean bar. They don't allow people to smoke inside, which is nice when you go home and you don't smell like an ashtray.
They serve wine, and they have some interesting ones by the glass which we had. I had to control myself and not order the PBR tallboy - my girlfriend hates it when I do that (Come on people - it's an award winning beer!). They have a really good beer selection (outside of Pabst). A lot of Belgian beers.
The best part, in my opinion, was the dudes playing acoustic guitar. Who doesn't like hearing "hit me baby one more time" by a 20-something hipster. I'm serious here - it was really fun to listen to them play.
I am definitely going back! -
Review from Jared Y.
4/12/2010
Alexis and Irma have created an ever evolving staple in the NoDa community. Originally deemed the world's first biker wine bar, DV has evolved into a quaint little restaurant with the owners having a high wine IQ that translates into a great regular by the glass menu.
On Wednesday nights, the bar can fill up with local residents taking advantage of their half price by the glass special. And Thursdays have blossomed as they serve some of the best sushi in Charlotte.
Check them out for lunches too...Listed in: Ooo... it's NoDa!
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Review from Ben V.
Charlotte, NC
On Sushi Night
I like this place for a few reasons: it's close to home, it's got a very comfortable feel, their wine selection tends to be reasonable (and taking home a bottle is half-price), and the food is generally above par for the money. The staff is also very accommodating and usually smiling, which makes the experience that much more pleasant.
In some ways, though, Dolce Vita is hit or miss; the crowd varies wildly, it can get crowded, and even when it's not it can be very loud (not something I'm looking for over dinner).
Thursday night is sushi night, and that's primarily when I show up. It has been a hit or miss experience, largely depending on who's in the back and how creative they're feeling. Order omakase and sometimes you'll get an interesting roll, octopus, and salmon roe along with the basics, other days you get nothing interesting at all. The price for a piece of nigiri is very slightly reduced from it would be at, say, Nikko, but the quality is somewhat less, and the variety is drastically reduced. I'd still rather go to DV, as the atmosphere is more casual, parking is easier, and its hard to feel underdressed. I don't even have to give up my nigori.
Go to Dolce Vita, and particularly on sushi night if you want a delicious atmosphere, casual food, and want someone else to have selected a nice wine for you. -
Review from Charlotte V.
Charlotte, NC
6/14/2011
Location Location Location! Charlotte's great place to have a glass of wine and people watch. Dolce Vita is located in the Queen city best location in town, NODA. Great outdoor seating and good wine selection. Absolutely one of our favorites. 4 thumbs up!
Listed in: Culture Vultures
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Review from Angela M.
2/18/2009
We've been here a few times with our NoDa resident friends when visiting Charlotte, and I usually opt for the wine. But this was a guy's birthday, so we had to go for the easy guy drinks, and when they saw the High Life in the glowing refrigerator case, there was no question of what we'd be drinking. The joke's on them, however, since it was in fact High Life Light. What kind of place offers such an eclectic beer selection such that they've got Dos Equis, Negro Modelo, Dogfish, etc, and High Life Light (no, there was no High Life)? Obviously a wine bar.
Coincidentally, there were a few folks who recognized our birthday boy and wished him well, right about the time a cake came out with big fat pink candles in the shape of a 31. Though it wasn't his cake, it did lend a festive air to the place, and we didn't even have to worry about carting it around. We tried to convince Tommy to demand a piece, but since he was only getting started, decorum won out.
I do like this place, particularly with the windows open on a somewhat warm spring evening. I liked the live music, though it made it hard to hear the people next to me. And they were showing The Soup on the TV behind the bar, which made for some good conversation, at least what I could hear. -
Review from Todd W.
8/23/2010 3 Check-ins Here
PBR, half price pizza and great service...enough said. This was the result of my recent visit to Dolce Vita. Went on a weekday around 7pm and the place was just starting to get busy. They had half priced pizza (individual size) and some drink specials too. Great atmosphere for some light food and great drinks. Didn't indulge in the wine choices this time, but will try many of them on my next visit!
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Review from Heidi S.
Charlotte, NC
12/18/2010 1 Check-in Here
I've been hearing great things about Dolce Vita from my friends who live in the NoDa so I've been eager to check it out. We went on a Thursday night which is known as "Sushi Thursday". Being a sushi virgin I let my friends order for the table. I can't tell you exactly what I ate but I can tell you it was delicious! The service was good...a little too good. They cleared the sushi before we were quite done. My friend mentioned it after the fact. Hind site is 20/20 but he should have spoken up at the time so that great food wouldn't have been wasted! Laid back & cozy, Dolce is definitely a place I'll go back to visit!
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Review from Amanda K.
Concord, NC
9/28/2011
Great atmosphere, prices, and service. I had a glass of Lambrusco while they had a live band play in this quaint resturant and it was such an enjoyable experience. I highly recommend this place for a good time with friends or a more casual (but still really enjoyable) date. I will definitely be going back!!!!!!
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Review from Garrett G.
Charlotte, NC
9/7/2008
This is a small little bar with pretty oil portraits hanging from the wall. We sat on a stool and listened to Cursive while a red light illuminated our faces from the bar. I liked the old style with Barrels as tables and the couches were a comfortable edition as well. It's a densely populated little joint. I like this though; it allows you to converse with the people you came with without yelling.
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Review from Lia B.
Charlotte, NC
2/20/2010
Best pizza in Charlotte and the staff are all super sweet. Perfect for a laid back lunch or a hot date. :) The owner is so sweet! and every other friday the gallery crawls are amazing with DJ MonsterPiece
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Review from Ronni F.
Charlotte, NC
5/23/2011
Dolce Vita Rocks! If you are looking for a quaint, no fuss wine (and beer) bar, you have reached your destination. Great wine, food, and crowd - it doesn't get better than this in Charlotte. Don't miss sushi night on Thursday. Irma, one of the owners, is delightful, beautiful and makes everyone feel like family. Watch surf video, listen to good music, and share some laughs at DV. Support your local bars. Cheers Ya'll.
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Review from Melissa B.
Charlotte, NC
5/16/2010 4 Check-ins Here
I have only been here for the wine and music but I love this place. So mellow and laid back. Always great people and great wine - go on Wednesdays when wine is half-price.
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Review from Chelsea S.
Charlotte, NC
3/17/2010
A great place to go for a glass of wine or a sandwich. The wine list is varied with a good balance between familiar names and more adventurous choices. The staff is attentive without being annoying and the new menu is full of tasty sandwiches.
Listed in: NoDa-torious
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Review from Diane C.
Charlotte, NC
6/10/2011
Dolce Vita is my favorite wine bar in Charlotte. The wine selection is superb, the food is delicious, and the music is fabulous. I love the vibe. You can sip a great glass of wine and people watch, because the bar is open to the buzzing streets of Noda. I really enjoy that Dolce Vita promotes local culture. The walls are decorated with local art, and you can check out great bands or even slam poetry nights. The service is always wonderful too. My favorite night is Wednesday, because they offer half-price glasses of wine. You can try all different varieties for a great value. I had my batchelorette party at Dolce Vita, and the experience was truly great. It is a great venue for a date or girls night out.
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Review from Tiffany N.
Denver, CO
11/19/2010 6 photos
What took me so long to try Dolce Vita?? I went here last night for Sushi Thursday and was pleasantly surprised with this place Nestled right along N. Davidson, next to Cabo, this was a perfect place to check out when I was wanting a glass of wine and some sushi. I love the casual feel of this place with a decent size bar, cozy chairs and tables. I liked their wine selection, they had about 10 wines to choose from so not an overwhelming selection like some wine bars but just enough to keep me interested. The sushi selection was the same---about eight types to try along with different sides like seaweed salad and such. We went around 10P and our server said since they close at 1130P the sushi guys would be packing up soon so we had to order the sushi right then if we wanted to a roll. I got the Hawaiian Tropic roll and it was heavenly! Topped with mango, avocado and sriracha I was reaching for water pitcher and it was just enough of a portion to fill me up. I can't wait to go back to Dolce again---and I will be claiming one of the comfy seats or couch as mine for the night!
