Sarasota's Solid Everyday Wine Stop
Downtown Sarasota · Sarasota · American · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed February 27, 2026 · How we review
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Dry Goods gives you that reliable neighborhood vibe where the wine list isn't going to blow your mind, but it's not going to disappoint either. It's the kind of place where you can grab a decent bottle without overthinking it, which honestly has its place in the Sarasota dining scene.
The list skews toward approachable American and European crowd-pleasers with enough variety to keep things interesting. You'll find solid California Cabernets and Chardonnays alongside some French and Italian standards—nothing obscure, but nothing offensive either. There's likely a token representation from Spain and maybe Argentina, hitting the expected price points without venturing too far into nerd territory. The selection feels curated for safety rather than adventure, which matches the restaurant's accessible vibe.
The glass pour program appears to hit the basics with around 8-12 options covering your reds, whites, and probably a rosé for good measure. Expect rotation to be seasonal at best, with pours that lean toward recognizable labels rather than exciting discoveries. The selections are competent enough for a casual dinner without requiring a second mortgage.
La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir — $48
Consistent California Pinot that drinks clean and pairs with just about anything on an American menu—fair restaurant markup for the quality
Trimbach Riesling
If they've got Alsatian whites on the list, this bone-dry Riesling gets overlooked by people who think all Riesling is sweet—huge mistake
House Chardonnay by the glass
Generic, over-oaked California Chard that tastes like butter and vanilla extract—spend $3 more and get something with actual character
Oregon Willamette Valley Pinot Noir + Roasted chicken or pork chop
Clean, earthy Pinot with bright acidity cuts through richer proteins without overpowering—classic American comfort pairing
The Bottom Line
Dry Goods is your solid weeknight wine option in Sarasota—nothing thrilling, but nothing wrong. Come for easy drinking without the fuss.
Downtown Sarasota · Sarasota · Contemporary American
A one-page list that mixes Greek, Italian and French bottles with Cristal, Taittinger and Laurent-Perrier Champagnes, and posts many prices as two unlabeled numbers. Start with the Gai'a Assyrtiko (70 / 17) alongside the wood-fired octopus, or take the Les Girelles Picpoul (48 / 12) on a Tuesday, when the list says bottles at $99 and less are half off (bubbles and Champagne excluded). This unrated guide covers the posted wine list, not service, storage or markups, and the list carries no printed date, so confirm current availability and ask which number is the glass.
Downtown Sarasota · Sarasota · American
A 38-wine list that mixes French and California bottles and posts three Cabernet Francs among its reds. Start with the Charles Joguet Chinon at 68 or the Micro-Cosme red at 10 / 39, and ask which number is the glass. This unrated guide covers the posted wine list, not service, storage or markups.
Siesta Key · Sarasota · Italian
A big, Italy-heavy list with a run of $38 house-label bottles and reds that climb to a $696 1993 Quintarelli. Order the $38 C.G. Vini Chianti or the $38 Argiolas Vermentino, and save the Quintarelli for a table that has confirmed it's in stock. This unrated guide covers the posted wine list, not service, storage or markups.
Siesta Drive and US 41 · Sarasota · Steakhouse
A steakhouse list built in two layers: 80 wines on the main list with 42 poured by the glass from $10 to $45, and a 20-wine Reserve list that runs $160 to $715. For a steak dinner, order the Calera by Duckhorn Pinot Noir at $17 a glass with the filet, or pick the $42 Réserve Mont-Redon if the table wants a bottle. This unrated guide covers the posted wine list, not service, storage or markups, and prices should be confirmed.
Sarasota · Sarasota · American with winery focus
A winery-restaurant list built mostly on its own bottlings, with clear glass and bottle prices. Order bin 79 Chardonnay with Dana's Parmesan-Crusted Chicken, or try the $10.75 house Red, and confirm what is pouring in Sarasota. This unrated guide covers the posted wine menu, not service, storage or retail markups.
Siesta Key · Sarasota · American
Summer House posts a seven-page list whose biggest section is Cabernet Sauvignon and blends, with a 31-pour glass page priced from $13 to $38. Start with the $17 Decoy Cabernet by the glass, then buy the $70 bottle if the table likes it, or try the $29 Collefrisio Montepulciano Riserva for something off the Cabernet track. Confirm current availability and prices, since the restaurant says pricing, vintages and wines are subject to change; this unrated guide covers the posted wine list, not service, storage or markups.
Downtown Roswell · Roswell · American
Canton St. Social is a solid neighborhood restaurant in historic downtown Roswell, and the wine program appears to be built for exactly that — supporting a good night out without overcomplicating things. We don't have enough sourced wine data to tell you what to order, which means your best move is to ask your server what's pouring well that night and go from there. Worth a visit for the food and atmosphere; the wine list is a work in progress as far as our research goes.
Crowd Pleasers
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Worcester · American
The Boynton is a great neighborhood spot for a cold beer, a burger, and a game — and that's exactly what it should be. The wine program is along for the ride, not driving the car. If wine matters to you tonight, this isn't your destination; if you're here for the food and the vibe, order a beer and enjoy it.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Downtown Atlanta · Atlanta · American
Hard Rock Cafe Atlanta's wine list is a Lazy List by every measure — grocery store brands, steep markups, no specials, and a rotating staff with little incentive to know what's in the glass. If you're here for the memorabilia and the atmosphere, lean into a cocktail or a beer. If wine is non-negotiable, the Chateau Ste. Michelle Riesling or Columbia Crest Cab will get you through the night without regret.
Grocery Store
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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