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The Tasting Room - Uptown Reviews List

The Tasting Room - Uptown

TTR Uptown Park is a gathering place for friends, co-workers, families and all types of wine and food lovers. As a guest, you will have the opportunity to taste fantastic wines from around the world, paired with gourmet delicacies from our full kitchen. Enjoy your selections on the expansive outdoor patio or in the relaxing garden area while listening to nightly live music performances. There are over 150 wines on our list, priced from $15 per bottle to over $1,000 per bottle, all of which are available by the glass (with a 2 glass commitment) and for retail (to-go) purchase.

We guarantee to offer at least 10 wines for $10 or under by the glass, in addition to a variety of craft beers and non-alcoholic beverages.

Also, TTR Uptown Park has a number of different private rooms and event spaces to accommodate your private or corporate events. Come by and find out what best fits your occasion.
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41 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
3.6 / 5
(Very Good) 3.6 / 5
(41 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 41 reviews
5 stars
(11)
4 stars
(11)
3 stars
(11)
2 stars
(6)
1 star
(2)
Food 
3.6 / 5
(Very Good) 3.6 / 5
Service 
3.5 / 5
(Very Good) 3.5 / 5
Ambiance 
3.5 / 5
(Very Good) 3.5 / 5
Noise Level
2.3 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • notable wine list(21)
  • great for outdoor dining(19)
  • good for groups(14)
  • hot spot(10)
  • great for brunch(9)
  • neighborhood gem(9)
The Tasting Room - Uptown Reviews List
Review 1 for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent Choice

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Although the brunch buffet is available only on special occasions, it was excellent!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, notable wine list, kid-friendly, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Everything was great! Some of the food was cold."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Great wine, so-so brunch

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Dined on 4/28/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I love the Tasting Room, but the brunch was disappointing. My husband's eggs were seriously overcooked and mine had undercooked whites. However they had a great special on Prosecco, and the service was excellent, so I would still recommend going."
Dined on 4/28/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list
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Review 4 for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The patio is a great place

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The patio is a great place to spend a beautiful evening. Several smokers spoiled the fresh air but overall you can't beat the atmosphere and great wine list!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 5 for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Easter Brunch was our first

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Easter Brunch was our first trip to The Tasting Room. We arrived just after the main lunch crush, and it seemed that they had not been prepared for the rush as many of the items were slow to be replenished. Even the basics such as plates and utensils were slow to be restocked. The variety, however, was well worth the price and I defy you to find a better kids' brunch for $7.99."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2010
Special Features: great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Horrible service...waiter

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Horrible service...waiter didnt come to table once...we got there and told us we could sit anywhere but didnt even explain their brunch buffet or mimosa options until we asked. then waiter never came around and forgot.to bring out tje bottle we ordered!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2012
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Review 7 for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Took my elderly aunt there

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Took my elderly aunt there for Easter Brunch. Made the reservation and said she was in wheelchair, staff seemed surprised when we came in. We were put at a little two-top just inside the door in the bar where her chair didn't really fit. Waitress was great! Food: some fresh fruit would've been nice. Several of the steamers were empty or "crusty." The "shrimp and grits" had no shrimp, grits were like mush. Other items okay. Like this place for wine and bistro food, but no more brunches."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2007
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 8 for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I didn't realize it was a

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I didn't realize it was a wine tasting establishment when I made a reservation. I would not go there for food; mmaybe for a glass of wine."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2012
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 9 for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Maybe better for regular meals,

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Maybe better for regular meals, but we were there for Easter brunch. Seemed thrown together and not so well organized. Buffet nice but nothing standout. Staff appeared to be overwhelmed. Had to ask for salt, pepper and butter and it didn't seem that customers were expected to want them. Very pleasant staff but too thinly spread. Overall would not recommend for that type of meal."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2012
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Review 10 for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Apart from the fact that we

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Apart from the fact that we had a table right beside the bar, it took 3 requests to get a waitress to take our order - I have to say this is the opposite experience I have had to most places in the Galleria area. It was early on Friday eveling and busy but not flat out.
That said the wine selection was good( as expected) and the food great) Once we did get a waitress the service was good.
I'll go back as it is a good spot"
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Don't bother with a reservation

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We enjoyed our experience; however, upon arrival and explaining that we had made a reservation, we were told to go out and find our table, which were able to do without much trouble. It doesn't seem as if there is any point to making a reservation, as it will not be honored."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2007
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 12 for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Fabulous service!!! Good

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Fabulous service!!! Good food and excellent wine."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 13 for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Worst food and service!!

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I WILL NEVER COME HERE AGAINMy fiancé and I visited the Tasting Room in Uptown park to see if it would be a possible venue for our rehearsal dinner this year. We made reservations, but when we got there, there was nobody and the entrance to greet us and the bartender said they don't take reservations and had no idea we were coming. The event manager had also planned, confirmed, and re-confirmed to meet us there to show us around and give us a proposal. She was nowhere to be found, and a bartender said she left and didn't know if or when she would be back. When we sat at our table, our waitress brought out food before others even ordered, the food was saugy and bland, and the waitress was nowhere to be found. Worst $60 I've ever spent!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2012
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Review 14 for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This is my second time back

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This is my second time back and I love the food and wine."
Dined on 02/19/2013
 2013
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Review 15 for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I went there last night on

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I went there last night on a "first date", had called the day before to make a reservation for 2 at 8:00.
Arrived early by 45 minutes as our schedules cleared and went in to see if we could be seated earlier than our reservations. Place was packed so was not expecting to be seated early.
Was greeted promptly told him my name and before I could ask he called me by name and said my table was ready, escorted us to the table (I had ordered flowers) arrived at table flowers were there!
Had a nice bottle of wine and a couple of small plates that were terrific, band was great and the wait staff very helpful and attentive.
When leaving again was addressed by name and thanked for stopping by, this was my first time at The Tasting Room an"
Dined on 02/20/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 16 for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Incompetent Wait Staff

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We were the only ones who made a reservation, which I thought no problem, until they told us to seat ourselves. We had to finally ask someone to serve us. When we began to order, I was told what I wanted wasnt on the menu despite me pointing it out. Finally, the waiter agreed it could be ordered, but never apologized for his mistake. When asked what dressings were available he said, "No, you have to get what it comes with", but couldn't tell us what it was. Later, we ordered dessert and another glass of wine. I ordered and my friend ordered the same. 20 minutes later, he reruns with one glass and gave it to her! I asked for mine and he said "oh, you wanted one too?" My friend and I were both surprised since I'm the one that ordered it it!"
Dined on 02/17/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 17 for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Love this place!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"First time ever to The Tasting Room. We will DEFINITELY be back again soon. Great place to have a wonderful glass of wine with a great, casual meal. Conveniently located in Uptown Park. Wine selection is impressive. I love the idea that you can taste ANY wine before buying it, irregardless if you're ordering a glass or a bottle. Great place!! Highly recommended."
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 18 for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Distracted Wait Staff

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Awful service and amazing food. Our server took our food order and never came back. We had to place drink orders with bar or busser because our wine glasses would sit empty for 20 min. We also ordered a pizza that never came. After 30 minutes of another round of empty wine glasses and no main dish, we ended up going to the bar to close out our tab and leave. She received a $2.00 tip on a $50 tab. I always tip way over 20% but this was such horrible service. It seemed to be an unorganized mess all around and all servers and bar staff were distracted. When she was taking our order, a manager came up to tell her she was being sat again and she was right in the middle of talking when he did this. I found this extremely rude as well."
Dined on 02/08/2013
 2013
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Review 19 for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Not great for business meetings

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I usually go to this place for happy hour or private events and that is what I will continue to do. For this occasion, I went for a business meeting/lunch and should have thought twice. The tables were not set up to where you could have conversation as they were rectangular and bench style. Not very professional for our meeting. Also, the waiter did not allow us to chat for a while before having to order so it interrupted the flow of the meeting. This is a great place, but not for business purposes."
Dined on 01/23/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 20 for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Late night bite

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Hubby & I were looking on OpenTable for a late night bite and decided on TTR in Uptown Park. Energetic scene, great live music and the food was delish. We had mini grilled cheese sandwiches, truffle fries & one of the pizzas. Yummy. And, of course, some vino to pair."
Dined on 01/25/2013
 2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Tasting Room - Uptown
Based on the average of (21) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
1 out of 2 recommend this product
Food 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
Service 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
Ambiance 
3.6 / 5
(Very Good) 3.6 / 5
Noise Level
2.3 / 3
Energetic