CRU Food & Wine Bar
350 Wines and Structured Flights at Avalon
Alpharetta (Avalon) · Atlanta · Wine Bar & Bistro
Reviewed February 10, 2026
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The Wine Program
With over 350 wines on the list, CRU demystifies wine in a casually elegant setting at Avalon. Their signature experience is wine flights organized by varietal, region, or style, which makes it easy to compare and learn. Wines range from moderately priced everyday drinkers to rare finds, all handpicked to pair with shared appetizers, gourmet pizzas, lamb lollipops, and cheese fondue. Originally founded in Dallas in 2002, CRU brings over two decades of wine-bar expertise.
The Experience
Regular events include Pizza Monday, Champagne Thursday, and Sunday Brunch with wine pairings. The rooftop patio overlooking The Plaza at Avalon is ideal for a long evening of sipping. For the north Atlanta suburbs, this is the most serious wine program available without driving into the city.
The Verdict
CRU is reliable and well-established. 350 wines, structured flights, and a rooftop patio at Avalon. If you live in Alpharetta or north Fulton, this is your wine home base.
✔️ The Bottom Line
CRU Food & Wine Bar brings 350 wines and two decades of wine-bar expertise to Alpharetta. Structured flights, rooftop patio, and the most serious wine program in the north Atlanta suburbs.
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