Steak First, Wine Second, But Fine
Central Mesa · Mesa · Steakhouse
Reviewed June 22, 2026 · How we review
RagingWine reviewed LongHorn Steakhouse - Mesa’s wine list and gave it The Reliable — RagingWine’s Vibe-Check rating. How RagingWine reviews wine lists →
Wingman Metrics
The wine list at LongHorn Mesa is exactly what you'd expect from a chain steakhouse in a strip mall — recognizable labels, approachable prices, and zero pretension. It's not trying to be a wine destination, and honestly, that honesty is refreshing. You're here for the ribeye, and the wine list knows its supporting role.
Forty-to-sixty selections sounds like a lot until you realize the heavy lifting is done by California and Washington warhorses: Josh Cellars, Kendall-Jackson, Woodbridge, and the like. There's a nod to Washington State with Chateau Ste. Michelle's Riesling, which is genuinely the most interesting bottle on the list. Australia makes a cameo via 19 Crimes, because of course it does. If you're hunting for a grower Champagne or a Sicilian Nero d'Avola, keep hunting — this list was built to comfort, not to challenge.
Ten to fifteen by-the-glass options covers the bases without any real excitement — expect the usual suspects rotating through Chardonnay, Cab, and a red blend slot. At $8–$14 a glass, the pricing is honest for the category. There's no rotation program to speak of; what's on the menu today was probably on it six months ago.
Chateau Ste. Michelle Riesling — $28
Columbia Valley Riesling at a steakhouse price point is a genuine find. It's crisp, slightly off-dry, and cuts through the richness of a butter-finished steak better than another Cab ever could. Most people walk right past it, which is their loss.
Chateau Ste. Michelle Riesling
Nobody orders Riesling at a steakhouse, which is exactly why you should. It's the most food-versatile wine on this list and the one pick that shows someone, somewhere, put a little thought into the selection.
Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi
This is a $10 grocery store bottle. Whatever they're charging for it here, you're paying a premium for the convenience of not walking next door to Total Wine. Save your money.
Josh Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon + Outlaw Ribeye
It's not a cerebral pairing, but it's a correct one. The Cab's dark fruit and soft tannins match the char on a big ribeye without fighting it. Sometimes the obvious answer is the right answer.
The Bottom Line
LongHorn Mesa isn't a wine destination — it's a steakhouse that happens to have a serviceable, fairly priced wine list. Send your friend here if they want a cold Cab and a good steak, not if they want to talk terroir.
· 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
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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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