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Superstition Springs · Mesa · Steakhouse · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed June 22, 2026 · How we review
RagingWine reviewed Black Angus Steakhouse - Superstition Springs’s wine list and gave it The Lazy List — RagingWine’s Vibe-Check rating. How RagingWine reviews wine lists →
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The wine list at Black Angus reads like the wine aisle at a mid-tier grocery store — every label is familiar, nothing surprises you, and the prices make you do a double-take. It's a corporate list built for comfort, not curiosity. If you've seen one chain steakhouse wine menu, you've seen this one.
Thirty to fifty bottles, almost entirely California and domestic, with a roster of greatest hits: J. Lohr, Kendall-Jackson, Joel Gott, La Crema, Ecco Domani. The DAOU partnership adds a little credibility, but don't expect anything beyond what you'd find at a TGI Fridays with a better steak. There's no old world presence to speak of, no interesting grapes, no regional exploration — just a safe, shrink-wrapped snapshot of American wine comfort food. Gaps are everywhere: no Rhône, no Burgundy, no Riesling worth getting excited about.
Ten to fifteen pours by the glass, which sounds decent until you realize it's the same roster of approachable California staples you've been drinking since 2007. Rotation appears minimal — this is a set-and-forget glass program, not one that's actively curated. The upside: Wine Wednesday's 50% off bottles with an entrée purchase makes ordering a bottle smarter than going by the glass any day of the week.
La Crema Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast — $42
At 110% markup it's still the most reasonably priced bottle relative to retail on this list — and on Wine Wednesday at $21, it's a genuinely good deal for a Sonoma Coast Pinot that actually belongs on a steakhouse table.
Chateau Ste. Michelle Riesling Columbia Valley
Nobody orders Riesling at a steakhouse, which is exactly why you should — especially if you're getting something rich and fatty like prime rib. It's the most interesting grape on the list by default, even if the markup is brutal at 233%.
Kendall-Jackson Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay California
A $12 retail bottle priced at $34 is a tough ask even by chain steakhouse standards. KJ Vintner's Reserve is fine, but you're paying a 183% markup for something you can grab at any gas station in California. Hard pass.
J. Lohr Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon Paso Robles + Ribeye steak
Seven Oaks is an easy-drinking Paso Cab with enough dark fruit and structure to hold up against a ribeye without demanding any attention — which is exactly the energy you want at a Black Angus on a Wednesday night.
Wednesday — Chain-wide Wine Wednesday: 50% off all bottles of wine with an entrée purchase in the dining room. Excludes select locations. Best reason to order a bottle over a glass — do the math.
The Bottom Line
The wine list at Black Angus Superstition Springs is purely functional — it exists because a steakhouse has to have wine, not because anyone cared deeply about building one. Come for the steak, and if you must drink wine, show up on a Wednesday.
· Mesa · Beer & Wine Bar
Divided Vine earns its Wild Card badge by doing something most casual Mesa bars don't bother with: building a wine program around Arizona producers alongside solid global options, inside a space that actually makes you want to linger. We'd send a friend here, especially one who thinks Arizona wine means nothing — Divided Vine might change their mind.
Small but Thoughtful
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Agritopia · Mesa · Pizza / Wine-Friendly
Garage-East is a genuine Wild Card: a relaxed farm-adjacent pizza spot in Gilbert that bets its wine program on Arizona producers rather than playing it safe with the usual suspects. We don't have full list details to make specific bottle calls, but the regional commitment and easygoing setting make it worth showing up curious, asking questions, and ordering a pour alongside the charcuterie board. If you want a deep cellar and Zalto stems, go somewhere else — but if you want to drink local wine in a backyard with good food and better company, this one delivers.
Small but Thoughtful
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Mesa · Modern American / Winery Restaurant
Cooper's Hawk Gilbert is a brand experience first and a wine destination second — possibly third. The $8 flat-glass pricing keeps the night affordable, but six house-only labels with no rotation, no independent producers, and no depth to explore earns a Lazy List badge. Order the Tempranillo or the Super Tuscan, enjoy your dinner, and don't expect the list to surprise you.
Grocery Store
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Mesa · Wine Bar / Small Plates
Cork & Craft is exactly what it looks like: a comfortable, unthreatening wine bar for people who want good-enough wine without homework. Not the spot for discovery, but a solid neighborhood pour in a town that doesn't have many.
Crowd Pleasers
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Mesa · French Steakhouse / Bistro
A French bistro in the East Valley that runs an all-sparkling wine list anchored by Grower Champagne and topped with Egly-Ouriet and Selosse is not something you expect to exist, and yet here we are. If you're a Champagne nerd, this list is worth the trip; if you wanted a Cab with your steak, you're going to have a rough night.
Surprising Depth
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Mesa · American Grill / Wine Bar
Il Vinaio is a reliable neighborhood wine bar punching slightly above its weight with a few smart, unexpected picks tucked into an otherwise crowd-pleasing list. If you're in Mesa and want a real glass of wine with dinner, this is where we'd send you.
Crowd Pleasers
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Hoschton · Steakhouse
Jacks is a genuinely fun neighborhood hang with solid food, but the wine program doesn't match the ambition of the kitchen. If wine is your thing, call ahead or bring your own if corkage is an option — otherwise, lean into the cocktails and enjoy the patio. We'd love to revisit this rating if they ever put some real thought into the list.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
East Point · Atlanta · Steakhouse
Malone's earns its loyal following on the strength of its pork chops and tenderloin, not its wine list. If wine matters to your meal, you may want to call ahead and ask what's available — or just lean into a cocktail and let the steak do the heavy lifting. This one's a food-first destination.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Acworth · Steakhouse
AG Steakhouse earns its reputation as a go-to for celebrations and big nights out on Lake Acworth — but the wine program appears to be in service of the experience rather than a destination in itself. If you're splurging on the filet or the Oscar-style halibut, budget accordingly for the bottle too, and don't expect the list to surprise you. A solid place to drink wine; not a reason to come specifically for wine.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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