Pacific Northwest Pours Meet Southwest Comfort Food
East Vancouver · Vancouver · Southwestern / American
Updated August 2026
Reviewed by the RagingWine Tasting Desk · June 29, 2026
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The wine list at Coyote Bar & Grill is exactly what you'd expect from a neighborhood Southwestern grill — short, approachable, and not trying to impress anyone. Twenty labels, familiar names, and prices low enough that you won't think twice about ordering a second glass.
The list leans heavily Pacific Northwest, which makes sense given the Vancouver, WA address — you'll find Washington stalwarts like Kiona and Chateau Ste. Michelle alongside Oregon's Benton Lane and the crowd-pleasing Sokol Blosser Evolution. They round things out with California (Justin, Ravenswood), South America, and a nod to New Zealand, but don't expect any deep cuts or esoteric finds here. It's a list built for people who want a glass of wine with their burger, not a dissertation on terroir. Gaps are obvious — no sparkling, no rosé worth mentioning, and nothing that would make a wine-focused diner linger over the list.
Ten by-the-glass options spanning the $5–$10 range is genuinely solid for a bar and grill at this price point. The pours cover white, red, and a few middle-ground options, and at those prices there's almost no risk in trying something new. Rotation appears minimal — this looks like a set-it-and-forget-it program rather than something actively curated.
Kiona Riesling — $8/glass (est.)
Kiona is one of Washington's most respected Riesling producers, and getting their juice at bar-and-grill pricing is a quiet win. Light, crisp, and versatile enough to cut through anything spicy on the menu.
Benton Lane Pinot Noir
Most people at a Southwestern grill are reaching for Zinfandel or Cabernet, but Benton Lane's Willamette Valley Pinot is the sleeper on this list — earthy, food-friendly, and genuinely out of place in the best way possible.
Ravenswood Lodi Zinfandel
Ravenswood is supermarket wine dressed up in bar-menu clothing. It's not offensive, but it's not interesting either, and you can find it at Safeway for less than you'll pay here. The Benton Lane is right there — pick that instead.
Chateau Ste. Michelle Pinot Gris + Southwest Chicken
The Pinot Gris has just enough body and stone fruit weight to stand up to smoky, spiced chicken without fighting it — and the mild acidity keeps things clean between bites.
The Bottom Line
Coyote Bar & Grill isn't a wine destination, but it doesn't pretend to be one either — fair prices, decent Pacific Northwest representation, and a comfortable room make it a perfectly reasonable place to drink well enough. Send a friend here if they're already going for the food; don't send them here just for the wine.
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