3,900 bottles deep and sommelier-backed serious
Lombardy Lane · Dallas · Steakhouse · Visit Website ↗
Updated September 2026
Reviewed by the RagingWine Tasting Desk · March 6, 2026
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You don't build a 3,900-bottle wine program by accident. This is a serious steakhouse wine list with sommelier expertise backing it, regular wine dinners, and the kind of depth that spans Burgundy, Bordeaux, California, Rhône, and South America with confidence.
The list goes wide and deep: left bank Bordeaux like Chateau Duhart-Milon Rothschild Pauillac sits next to Burgundy whites from Domaine Roulot, California legends like Robert Mondavi, Chilean powerhouses like Almaviva, and serious Rhône producers like Domaine de Beaurenard across multiple bottlings. They're not just stocking crowd-pleasers—they're running themed wine dinners (Icons Around the World, producer-focused tastings) which means the list evolves and the staff actually knows what they're pouring. This is a cellar built for exploration, not just pairing with ribeyes.
No specific glass program details surfaced in the research, but given the sommelier presence and the scale of their wine dinner operation, we'd expect a thoughtful selection. The focus here is clearly on bottles—this is a place where you commit to a wine for the evening, ideally with friends who split the bill.
Robert Mondavi Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 — Price varies
A reliable California cab that won't break the bank compared to their allocated Bordeaux—solid choice for steak without the four-figure commitment
Domaine de Beaurenard Rasteau Grenat 2019
Rasteau gets overshadowed by Châteauneuf but this Grenache-driven red brings serious concentration and spice at a fraction of the cost of its famous neighbor
Chateau Duhart-Milon Rothschild Pauillac 2012
The 2012 vintage in Bordeaux was challenging and this fifth growth, while a Rothschild name, will be marked up hard at a steakhouse—better vintages exist on this list
Domaine Roulot Bourgogne Blanc 2022 + Poached Jumbo Saltwater Prawn with saffron court-bouillon
Roulot's Burgundy blanc brings precise minerality and texture that mirrors the delicate saffron broth while complementing the sweetness of the prawn
The Bottom Line
If you're serious about wine with your steak and don't mind steakhouse pricing, this is one of Dallas's deepest cellars with staff who actually know how to guide you through it. Just know you're paying for the privilege.
Dallas · Dallas · Steakhouse
STK Dallas is a place to be seen, not a place to drink well — the wine list is a predictable lineup of brand names with almost no by-the-glass program to speak of. Order a cocktail, or commit to a bottle and go straight for the Twomey.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Dallas · Steakhouse
Y.O. Ranch's wine list does the job without doing much else — it's a safe, brand-heavy selection that keeps the room happy but won't make any wine drinker's night. Come for the beef, order the Malbec or the Il Poggione, and don't overthink it.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Dallas · Steakhouse
Y.O. Ranch Steakhouse takes its wine as seriously as its beef, which is rarer than it should be. The Cabernet runs deep, the global bench is real, the Coravin program lets you drink up, the markups are fair for the tier, and the Texas section gives the whole thing a personality. Skip the trophy-label tax, lean on the Rioja, the Pinot, and the homegrown Texas pours, and you'll eat and drink like the buyer clearly intends.
Deep & Eclectic
Fair
Varietal Specific
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Active Program
Proper
Dallas · Dallas · American
Ellie's is a respectable hotel wine list that earns its Wine Spectator nod without ever threatening to surprise you — California crowd-pleasers at steep markups in a beautiful room. If you're celebrating or just want a reliable bottle with a great burger, it does the job; just don't expect the list to take you anywhere you haven't already been.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Dallas · Dallas · French
Mercat Bistro is the kind of French wine list Dallas doesn't have enough of — focused, French-forward, and priced without arrogance. If you're eating the classics, you should be drinking them too, and this list makes that easy.
Old-world-focus
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Knox-Henderson · Dallas · French
Knox Bistro earns its Wine Spectator nod with a focused, France-forward list that matches its bistro soul — fair prices, real producers, and a room that actually makes you want to linger over a second glass. Send your friends here; just steer them away from the Opus One.
Solid Range
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Proper
· Franklin · Steakhouse
Char is a genuinely enjoyable steakhouse with a wine list that does the job without doing much more. The room earns its keep; the wine program is still a passenger rather than a co-pilot. If you're coming here for the Prime beef and the atmosphere, you'll eat well — just don't expect the list to take you anywhere the food isn't already going. Worth a visit, but bring your own expectations in check at the wine menu.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· San Diego · Steakhouse
The Grove Steakhouse is a solid pick if you're in a celebratory mood and want serious Champagne options with your cut of beef — the sparkling program alone is worth a look. The rest of the list doesn't take many risks, and the markups on recognizable labels are exactly what you'd expect from a steakhouse at a casino property. Go in with eyes open, steer toward the value picks, and you'll have a good night.
Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
· Fresno · Steakhouse
Ruth's Chris Fresno is a reliable landing pad if someone else is picking the restaurant and wine takes a back seat to a great center-cut filet. The wine program isn't adventurous and markups at this tier tend to sting, but the service is polished and the experience is consistent. If wine is the reason you're going out, look elsewhere — but if it's the steak and wine is just along for the ride, you'll be fine.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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