VIN Winery
1241 S Malden Rd, Essex ON N9V 2Y7
$$
Contemporary
Reservations
Booking Notes:
Outdoor seating is contingent upon weather. If Mother Nature decides to crash the party, indoor seating may be limited, and we cannot guarantee relocation for your party. But don’t worry—we’ll keep you in the loop if anything changes!
Please note groups of 10 or more guests are subject to an 18% auto-gratuity.
Business Info
- Address: 1241 S Malden Rd, Essex ON N9V 2Y7
- Cross Street: Walker Road
- Cuisine: Contemporary |
- Cost: | Inexpensive
- Category: Winery
- Star Rating:
- Reservations: Recommended
- Dress Code: Casual
- Meals Served: Other |
- Parking: Private Lot |
- Payment Options: VISA | Amex | MasterCard | Discover | Cash | Apple Pay | Google Pay | Debit |
- Corkage Fee: N/A
- Website: vinwinery.com
- Phone: 5199954898
- Features: Outdoor Seating, Lounge / Bar,
- Occasion: Meet for a Drink, Dog Friendly, Trendy / Hip, Date Night,
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Business Hours
Reservations Available
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
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Summer Hours
5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Valid between: May 1, 2026 - Dec. 31, 2026 - Saturday
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Summer Hours
5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Valid between: May 1, 2026 - Dec. 31, 2026 - Sunday
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Summer Hours
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Valid between: May 1, 2026 - Dec. 31, 2026
Customer Reviews & Ratings
4.88 out of 5 stars based on 383 votes
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 8/10
Jun 08, 2026
Ruth D.
Loved it. Wine was good. Great ambiance and excellent food and service.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 11, 2026
Nathan C.
We absolutely love coming here. 10/10 across the board! What a wonderful staff!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 05, 2026
Jenny S.
It was our first time at VIN and everything was absolutely fabulous from the fun and welcome ambience to the delicious food and drinks, and the extremely friendly staff our time at VIN was perfect. We will definitely be going back and have already been telling all of our family and friends to check your winery out. Thanks for a wonderful experience!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Apr 14, 2026
Mical P.
Was a great visit! Had a flight of wine and the Ahi tuna tacos were to die for and enjoyed their Savignon Blanc.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 28, 2025
Deb P.
Love this venue . Food is great, and the two girls who always wait on us are fantastic!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 03, 2025
Lynn T.
Excellent service and food. Love the "in the woods" atmosphere. The wine is lovely too! Most enjoyable. A favorite
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 10, 2025
Lynette S.
This was our first time visiting VIN and we were pleasantly surprised and impressed. The quality ingredients used in the food and taste was superb. The atmosphere and service was outstanding. We have found our new Friday evening go to.. Thank you to Julia and Lori for an unforgettable evening.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jun 29, 2025
Michelle H.
We had a great time! The food was great the service was great and of course so was the wine. There were 5 of us ladies in our group and everyone was delighted. It was a long needed get together. I am so glad I chose Vin winery. We will definitely be coming back. Thank you for the great experience for my friends as I was the only person who has been to your winery before.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jun 24, 2025
Kevin H.
We have been to the VIN on a number of occasions! The staff are always friendly, accommodating and make sure you always feel welcome! The food is always fresh, hot and the menu changes throughout the season! The wine is on point with lots of options. The best part the staff makes you feel like your family and the interactions are always fun!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 31, 2025
April D.
Love this place! Can’t wait until my next visit! ❤️
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 19, 2025
Kris D.
We really enjoyed our first visit to this winery. Tried a flight and found all to be quite good. Shared the Brie, tuna nachos, and charcuterie. Lots of food and tasty, presented nicely. The property is beautiful, even on a cloudy day!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 16, 2024
Jaden W.
Great spot!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 23, 2024
Kevin H.
We have been to the VIN several times with a number of our friends. The staff are always friendly, and engaging. The appies are amazing and we always enjoy the wine! Love the outdoor venue.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 12, 2024
Katerina S.
Thank you so much, VIN Winery for a very pleasant 2nd stop to our annual winery tour this year (Sunday, September 8, 2024). 7 of us enjoyed wine tasting flights or full glasses of wine and dived into the Warm Olives and Whipped Goat Cheese with fresh toasted Focaccia Bread. We took in the breathtaking wedding setup overlooking a pond and wandered through the forest until we came upon the wedding venue building. What beautiful tablescaping we saw inside. We will be back to enjoy another September day at a lovely winery called VIN.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 21, 2024
Kim S.
Fabulous! Staff, our waitress so friendly, sorry don’t recall her name amazing food
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 16, 2024
Kelli L.
The best little hidden gem! The staff is amazing. Everyone is so friendly and accommodating. The wine is incredible.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 15, 2024
Dave I.
Great time!!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 01, 2024
Sandra B.
Wonderful first visit - will not be our last!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 7/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 26, 2024
Sara G.
We love coming out to Vin winery. The apple sauce was a delicious drink addition
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 07, 2024
Tracey W.
My Favourite spot!
Great staff, great food!
And great atmosphere!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 26, 2023
Sherri W.
Always our first choice for wineries. Everyone is so nice, beautiful setting and food from Smashed Apple is always delicious. Definitely would recommend!!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 13, 2023
Sylvia M.
Delicious food, excellent service, beautiful surroundings.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 8/10
Sep 12, 2023
Karen W.
Aside from the mosquitos, food and service was great!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 22, 2023
Monique T.
I truly appreciate that you were able to accommodate my cousin's onion allergy. It was such a beautiful place, the food was exceptional and the wines were to die for!!! Thank you so much for making our experience wonderful and will tell everyone to come see you guys!!!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 21, 2023
Rachel L.
We had a great time Saturday! Lovely women working- and we loved the quaint tropical vibe! Also the brisket dish was A+++. Thanks for having us!!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 14, 2023
Elizabeth R.
A beautiful spot for a winery. Although is was raining. actually it was pouring we enjoyed being under the covered awning. The service and food was wonderful. Will definitely be back.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 08, 2023
Kevin H.
Our second time at the Vin. Both visits equally wonderful. Delicious food, good wine/beer and a fun atmosphere.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 06, 2023
Tracey R.
Loved it aii, had a fabulous time. Third time there, but tried the food this time as well. AMAZING, cannot wait for my daughter's wedding there this October!!!!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 10, 2023
Michelle P.
Loved it! We were looking for something different and we were very pleased with our experience. Great food, great service, beautiful atmosphere and even a friendly dog!! We will be back soon and are letting everyone know what a gem VIN winery is!!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 05, 2023
Lori A.
Always a great experience at VIN.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 10/10
Jun 19, 2023
Corinne B.
Our current favourite winery in Essex County - the food is fantastic! We especially loved the Ahi Tuna nachos.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jun 18, 2023
Karen S.
Love this place!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jun 03, 2023
Pete P.
we both really enjoy your wine and food!! very friendly always and the black lab is a sweetheart!!! we will see you soon!!!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 9/10
May 30, 2023
Debbie B.
The whole experience was amazing! The ambiance in the woods, music, waitress was on spot!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 27, 2022
Sherri W.
Always love coming here. Great atmosphere. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. Definitely our favourite winery!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 29, 2022
Promila P.
Brought a wine tour here. Everything was great! Food was delicious and so was the wine! We only had 1.5hrs here but we were able to drink and eat! Thanks for a great day!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 12, 2022
Stephanie W.
Amazing atmosphere! Service was great as usual, everyone is so pleasant and helpful. Love the options for the heat lamps and the blankets! Those extra touches kept us around for another bottle when it started to get chilly out.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jun 20, 2022
Emilio D.
Excellent food ! Very relaxing setting. Definitely a place I would recommend.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jun 06, 2022
Geoff V.
Awesome!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 25, 2022
Abbey A.
Great service!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 5/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 16, 2022
Melissa L.
New favourite spot. A hidden gem! Staff is very friendly and helpful. Ambiance is perfection. It is really like no other place I’ve been before.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 03, 2022
Justine C.
We had a great time at Vin and can't wait to go back! Great atmosphere and drinks.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 0/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 8/10
Apr 03, 2022
Marlena K.
Didn't try the food (and was unaware until we got there that food was offered, since it didn't indicate this on the website).
Absolutely loved the atmosphere. Tasting fee was a bit higher than average for this area.
The employee who served us was very personable and informative for what will be coming to VIN in the near future (food trucks, all you can drink beer etc).
We will most definitely be back.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 07, 2021
Katie N.
First time at Vin and I absolutely loved it! Experience was great! I can’t really judge the food because I didn’t eat but I loved everything else!! Absolutely will be back!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 18, 2021
Ed W.
Great place ,nice friendly atmosphere certain to return.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 0/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 07, 2021
Stephanie W.
Great atmosphere, friendly staff. Wine is delicious! Will definitely be visiting again
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 8/10
Sep 15, 2025
Han M.
The place is very nice and relaxing and the wine was delicious. Just wish there was a more extensive menu although what we ordered was very good
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 9/10
Aug 09, 2025
Michael H.
Everyone at VIN is friendly & professional, There wine is the best. The grounds are beautiful and it's a lovely get away. We will be back again in the near future.
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 01, 2024
Kim H.
I was surprised that there was not more indoor seating. I should have looked better that the pictures online
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 14, 2023
Hanna G.
Beautiful setting,great food and wine.
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 9/10
Jul 22, 2023
Lorrie D.
Excellent service and food in a woodsy, relaxed atmosphere. Great summer stop.
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 9/10
Oct 04, 2022
Mary F.
Food was good. We had the pork belly which was excellent and the mushroom crostini. I thought the texture was a little off on the mushrooms and it lacked a little flavour. The drinks were good and the atmosphere was really cute. Servers were very friendly as well!
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 7/10
Sep 05, 2022
Chantelle B.
Excellent service- we had a reservation but due to the rain there was no room. The employee got a table from the outside, cleaned it up and fit us inside. So appreciative of that!
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 4/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 24, 2022
Brit P.
Overall, it was a great experience, since I love the wine! Sadly I did not think our server was giving the best service, we had to ask for water (on a hot day) we had to ask to order food, and he never came around to ask how our food was, as well I had to imply I wanted another glass of wine. Although personable he definitely needs more practice in his service skills.
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 7/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 8/10
Jun 22, 2025
Michelle K.
Server didn’t know and couldn’t find out if the cider was gluten free.
When the server was asked approximately how many glasses the sangria pitcher was. They answered, “a fair amount “. That answer is too vague for a group of people trying to determine if they purchase 1 or 2 pitchers. Don’t get me wrong, I really enjoyed myself and the atmosphere. However, If I was a first time visitor I may have been turned off.
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 6/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 6/10
Jun 07, 2026
SANDRA D.
Very limited menu. The tuna nachos needed more tuna...mostly nachos and quite pricey
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 3/10
- Service: 7/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 2/10
Jun 03, 2024
Leana W.
$39 for the charcuterie board was outrageous. It looked nothing like the pictures I have seen in previous posts. No olives, little meat, and little cheese.
Not enough bread. 4 soft grapes.
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 22, 2023
Shawn E.
Beautiful spot. Wish there was more wine and beer options. Would be nice to have a bigger area for indoor seating.