Beer Bar That Actually Remembered Wine Exists
Chandler Fashion Center area · Chandler · American gastropub · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed by the RagingWine Tasting Desk · June 25, 2026
RagingWine reviewed Hop Social Tavern’s wine list and gave it The Reliable — RagingWine’s Vibe-Check rating. How RagingWine reviews wine lists →
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The wine list at Hop Social Tavern is exactly what you'd expect from a place named after hops — it's an afterthought that somehow doesn't embarrass itself. Twenty labels, all approachable, none adventurous. It's the wine equivalent of a clean bench player: won't win the game, but won't lose it either.
The list leans hard on California and Pacific Northwest workhorses — Kim Crawford, Josh Cellars, Ferrari-Carano, Erath, Joel Gott. These are grocery store staples, but they're reliably drinkable and priced to move. There's a token Spanish entry with the Ramblilla Tempranillo and some Washington representation via Chateau Ste. Michelle and Columbia Winery, which adds just enough geographic range to keep things from feeling completely one-dimensional. Don't come looking for anything from Burgundy, the Rhône, or Rioja proper — this list isn't going there. The rotating spotlight bottle is a nice touch that suggests someone, somewhere, is paying at least occasional attention.
With 21 by-the-glass options covering essentially the entire list, Hop Social deserves credit for not forcing you into a bottle commitment. The dual pour sizes — 6oz at $8–$12 and 9oz at $12–$16 — give you real flexibility, and the pricing is honest for a bar environment in Chandler. Rotation feels minimal, but having the Schramsberg Mirabelle Brut available by the glass is a genuine bright spot in an otherwise predictable lineup.
Chateau Ste. Michelle Riesling (WA) — $8 (6oz glass)
Washington Riesling from one of the state's most consistent producers at bar-pour prices is a legitimate win. Crisp, food-friendly, and completely underordered at a place like this — which means your glass arrives fast.
Ramblilla Tempranillo (ES)
It's the only bottle on the list that didn't come from California, Oregon, or Washington, and that alone makes it worth trying. A Spanish Tempranillo in a sea of West Coast reds stands out, and most people ordering Cabernet here will walk right past it.
Joel Gott 815 Cabernet Sauvignon (CA)
At $44 a bottle, you're paying a solid markup on something you can grab at Total Wine for under $15. It's a fine, easy-drinking Cab, but there's no reason to spring for a full bottle here when the by-the-glass pour gets the job done for a fraction of the commitment.
Erath Vineyards Pinot Noir (OR) + Fish and Chips
Oregon Pinot Noir is light enough to not steamroll fried fish, and Erath's version brings enough red fruit and acidity to cut through the batter without making the whole thing taste like a mismatch. It's a better call than reaching for the Cab, and it'll make your table look like they know something.
The Bottom Line
Hop Social Tavern is not a wine destination — it's a beer bar that keeps a reasonable wine list for the people at the table who don't want beer. For that job, it does fine: fair prices, known producers, cold enough storage, and no obvious disasters. Order the Riesling or the Tempranillo, enjoy your burger, and let your friends argue about which IPA to order.
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Solid Range
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Small but Thoughtful
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Fair
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Willing but Green
Set & Forget
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