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Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
A contemporary dining establishment featuring food with an international flair. Chef Jason Lee is known for creating exciting wine friendly cuisine that changes with the seasons. Owner Eldon Larson has over 30 years experience and has traveled extensively to the world’s greatest wine regions. He is proud to bring his knowledge to the metro area. Relax in our comfortable curved couch area or enjoy several courses in our softly lit dining room. Wine Experience Café boasts an elegant fabric ceiling, contemporary lighting, bay fire place and exciting colors. After dinner you can step into the World Cellar Fine Wine Shop to purchase the wines enjoyed at Wine Experience Café.
**Highlights:
saffron scented mussels-
mussels, garlic, white wine, bacon, tomato, fresh lemon + saffron
**steak fritte-
grilled kansas city strip, steak fries, grilled asparagus + house steak sauce
**pan seared halibut-
black truffle and spring onion mashed potatoes, sautéed peas + herbed beurre blanc
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64 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 64 reviews
5 stars
(27)
4 stars
(23)
3 stars
(9)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- notable wine list(47)
- fit for foodies(27)
- neighborhood gem(27)
- special occasion(22)
- romantic(15)
- good for groups(8)
Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar Reviews List
Review 1 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wine Experience Fantastic!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went to Wine Experience with a friend. Loved the cafe ambiance, and the food was spectacular! I had sea scallops that melted in my mouth. The wine flights were great with beautiful wines, although they need to update the menu for the flights to reflect the actual wine used. The service was prompt and professional, but the waitress was not fun or friendly, which I would expect for a local, neighborhood place. Wine should not equate to snooty. Otherwise, I loved it and I'm certainly going back."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Flights of cheese and wine for 2
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very, quiet. There was no one there but the 2 employees.
We knew that we were going to be in the area and decided to try it. It was o.k. for something different but I am not quite sure I will do it again."
We knew that we were going to be in the area and decided to try it. It was o.k. for something different but I am not quite sure I will do it again."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 3 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The best food within a several
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The best food within a several mile radius! Why drive to Cherry Creek when we have this neighborhood gem!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2005
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Review 4 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Atmosphere for Anxiety
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"First time in and it was so loud that we could not converse. There are a lot of tables crowded in and no romantic spots. There were two crying children and it echoed loudly. The table next to us left because of that. A good manager would step in and offer the parents something to take the cryer outside. The waiters were overwhelmed and rushing around. It made for an anxiuos environment. We ordered a wine flight and cheese plate. The man who brought the wine was nice and explained all the wines, but the server who brought the cheese just dumped it off. We decided to leave after that and went elsewhere for dinner."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2009
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 5 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We love this neighborhood
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"We love this neighborhood gem. Awesome food, incredible wine list, personalized service. Since it is in the neighborhood we don't have to go downtown to have a wonderful dining experience. This is not a chain and is very unique. Thank you Wine Experience."
Dined on 04/15/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We enjoyed our meal and service.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We enjoyed our meal and service."
Dined on 04/15/2013
2003
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful cozy neighborhood cafe
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always a dynamic menu at The Wine Experience Cafe. There always seems to be something new on the menu and selections for every appetite. The portions are very generous and if they have the Mac & Cheese on the menu, do not pass it up...even if you order it as an appetizer for the table. Then there is the wine list. If you love good wine, you will be satisfied with the selections available by the bottle or glass."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 8 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It as very nice but on an
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It as very nice but on an every week experience!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2010
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 9 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Definitely worth a trip
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We've found Wine Experience a couple years and have been 6 or so times, and have enjoyed it every time. We almost always run in to the owner, who is very friendly and passionate about the food and wine there. The wait staff is always terrific, and we've never been disappointed by the food. Favorites of mine include the calamari, and the duck breast, but the menu is seasonal."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 10 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
As always, each visit to the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As always, each visit to the Wine Experience is a pleasure and keeps us coming back!"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Danny was wonderful! The food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Danny was wonderful! The food just keeps getting better and you can always count on a very inventive menu!"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 12 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
This was our second visit
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was our second visit to Wine Experience Cafe because we so enjoyed our first visit. Disappointed that we were placed right next to the kitchen (noise), when there was plenty of seating available that night. The staff was certainly in a rush to clear the table of any items almost empty, as if the table was needed for another reservation that never appeared. Loved the wine, but it didn't feel like a leisurely dinner. This time the positive experience just didn't come together when trying to show it off to our out of state company."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 14 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Whenever we want a superb meal, always perfect, we go here.
Wonderful, knowledgable service!"
Wonderful, knowledgable service!"
Dined on 03/07/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Overall the food was good,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Overall the food was good, but my beef bourgignon was quite gristly. My mussels appetizer was delicious, and I really enjoyed the small after dinner cheese plate. My desert bread pudding was just okay. I came with my infant son and two friends for 52.80 week. The place was packed, so the noise level was high enough to mask my son's exuberant gibberish, I'm not sure what it would be like at other times. I would have liked to have seen was suggested wine pairings on the menu. Overall it was good, but not sure I'd pay the regular menu price to go back..."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 16 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful local date night
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful local date night for adults."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list
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Review 17 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We have had consistently good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have had consistently good dining at the Wine Experience. Given the SE Aurora is dominated by mediocre chain restaurants it's great to have a local spot with great food, service, and wine."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 18 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This place is nice, good food,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This place is nice, good food, great wine, good service. Overpriced and a bit pretentious, so only good for special occasions really."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great neighbourhood spot!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food for the 5280 menu was fabulous! The boeuf bourguignon was wonderful, specially with the French wine! The bread pudding is not to be missed!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Chef Lee creates tasty and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Chef Lee creates tasty and different dishes. Owner is very knowledgeable regarding wines. It is nice to be able to purchase a bottle of the wine you enjoyed at dinner for home consumption."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 21 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We were there for a girlfriend's
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were there for a girlfriend's birthday and it happened to also be 52.80 restuarant week.
Our server was less than friendly. Not a smile from this gal, no up selling going on. We needed to ask for our drink before dinner. We were told we needed to decide on our appetizer, dinner and dessert all together. She made it clear that we would be ordering when and how she wanted us to do so. We were THE only people in the restaurant when we arrived at 5:45 on a Monday."
Our server was less than friendly. Not a smile from this gal, no up selling going on. We needed to ask for our drink before dinner. We were told we needed to decide on our appetizer, dinner and dessert all together. She made it clear that we would be ordering when and how she wanted us to do so. We were THE only people in the restaurant when we arrived at 5:45 on a Monday."
Dined on 02/25/2013
2010
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 22 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food, service and atmosphere
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food, service and atmosphere are consistently top notch!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 23 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I have been there a number
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I have been there a number of times, unfortunately each time they are out of one of their entrees. A fore warning would probably be best."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 24 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not so great this time
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our latest visit to Wine Experience Cafe was rather disappointing. It was Valentine's night and the restaurant was crowded so they can't be blamed for the overall noise as it as somewhat expected. However, the set price menu for the evening was expensive for the quality of food. My steak, sent back once, was not cooked correctly the second time either. Had I been with only one other person, I would have sent it back again, but my table-mates were nearly done with their meals so I took it. Mashed potatoes were bland and super dense. The chocolate bread pudding dessert could not have been more dry - closer to a chocolate piece of toast. And the pastry cream was incredibly dense as well. Very disappointing visit."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 25 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Horrible and wayyyyy too expensive
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Horrible and wayyyyy too expensive for what you get. They charge more than Del Friscos but with less service, ok food, and no ambiance to justify the price. We were tricked on Valentines Day in to paying $300 for 2 people at a cafe in a strip mall. Very disappointed and they never disclosed any prices until the check came. Would never go back. Take your $300 and go take 4 people to a Del Friscos instead!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
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Review 26 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Thought appearance and overall
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Thought appearance and overall ambience was nice. The food was good not exceptional. The service was very average for $85.00 a plate. Not very knowledgeable about the wine or the food. Was asked to give order before he even took a drink order, so in other words we felt rushed. Maybe a little more wine and food training would be in order."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 27 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was great. Service was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was great. Service was very good. Wine list acceptable. Only complaint is that I bought a bottle of wine with dinner that cost $99. After dinner we walked through the store and found the same bottle of wine, same vintage for $45. Ridiculous mark-up!"
Dined on 02/10/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We were there to celebrate
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were there to celebrate our 42nd wedding anniversary. Even though they were setting up for a "wine pairing" dinner for approximately 30 people we got right in and were seated by the fireplace. Our wait staff were very prompt bringing ice water and a bread basket as soon as we sat down. We ordered our cocktails and when Jessica, our waitress, brought them she asked if we wanted to order. We told her we'd like to enjoy our cocktails first and she honored our wishes and didn't come back until we were ready. Outside the snow was lightly falling and we were warm and cozy inside enjoying a fabulous dinner that was delicious from start to finish. It was really a magical evening!"
Dined on 02/06/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Wine Experience Cafe and World Cellar
Based on the average of (36) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
8 out of 9 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate