The Grape Variety Dorking

I ducked in with my laptop for a couple of hours of work and wine today (don't judge, it works for me!), and was pleasantly surprised. The kids behind the counter were both lovely and knew their stuff, and the selection of wines by the glass was interesting and varied. I asked for a crisp, dry white, and the lady gave me exactly that: it was French and absolutely delicious. I then ordered a US red off the list, and that was terrific, too. My only complaint -- but bear in mind, I'm 60 and have this complaint about every second pub, restaurant and bar in the world -- was that the music didn't match the setting. They've got some tremendous old B&W photos up on the walls of celebrities from yesteryear like Nina Simone, which, I think, set a certain mood, but the modern pop music they were playing had nothing to do with that mood. I would have loved to have heard some Nina, say, or some Ella, some Miles, some Billy, or some Louis. Even something modern but more wine bar-ish would have been great, but ... no. I'll definitely be back to sample more of their wonderful offerings, but maybe with my earphones next time!

Wow, what a great venue to have in Dorking. This Wine and Coffee House is located in Dorking HIgh Street, with a fabulous well designed relaxing interior. Open daily from 09:00 (Closed Sunday and Monday). Great place for a glass of wine in the evening or just meet up with friends for a coffee during the day and a special mention to Anastasia the manager who always has a great smile and a warm welcome. Totally recommend.

Funny really, but, we set out that evening to see The Neil Diamond Story, (being a kinda golden oldie fan since holiday in Malta 40years ago, & love on the rocks hit me), so we had 2 tickets seats booked, but arrived 10mins late, & without said tickets, so right let's go find a wee drinks somewhere, and Well This place was the first bar we came upon, and well what a nice piece of good luck that was, we went inside, & was relieved by one of the beautiful servers de cocktails who found us a place, and we tried a few of their proper yummy , presented with a Sparkle and smile, so, it's first place we've found in Dorking where everything was just perfect, so that's it, it's defo our place now, to go out on the town. Actually felt glad we did miss Neil Diamond Show. The grape vine, is the best wine n bistro place in dorking. Love on the Rocks (sounds like a cool name to Tag on, The lovely owners, Cocktail she made up, for us as a Special) & her place is Special too, friendly & a Gem. Best ever Neil Diamond track is Song of Life... its Life all in a song

A really lovely venue for a special birthday celebration. Anastasia and her team were exceptional from the booking to the evening itself. Everyone was so friendly and made us feel extremely welcome. Nothing was too much trouble. The staff were so attentive all evening and decorated the place beautifully. The food and drink was delicious and we had a great time. We can’t thank you enough for making the evening so enjoyable. Great coffee and pastries during the day too!

Went in with my parents for a warm drink and a snack. Myself and my father had a meat sausage roll each and my mother had a spinach and ricotta sausage roll. We had a cappuccino a flat white x 2 green tea and hot chocolate with marshmallows. The service was great, clean tidy and the guys behind the bar were welcoming. All I'd say or should I say my father said is they need to do more of a variety in their lunch menu and something vegan/ vegetarian. And a menu on the window so that people can take a look before they come in.