It's been a while since I've been to 13.5 because I'm not a big wine drinker, but when we had some guests in from Italy we went and had good service, a nice meal, and good wine. Even our guests liked the wine and to them, wine is a religion.

If you're looking for a chic, modern bar for any occasion, this is the bar for you HON!

Obviously the wine selection is commendable, but the food menu has something of value too!
If you're going for just drink and snacks, I recommend the winter radishes, the house charcuterie, or the bison meatballs.
If you're looking for something just a bit more substantial to eat, the pulled duck confit tacos were intriguing although could have used a bit more flavor or spice. I haven't had the opportunity to eat for a full entree yet, but I will definitely return for a taste!

There is nothing that looks more appealing to me that those old style wine cellars that hold dusty old bottles of wines that are the finest quality. I don't know if this bar fits my picture but as long it has a good variety of wines I'd gladly pay it a visit.

Went to 13.5 Thursday night for dinner where we had the vegetarian panini and white pizza accompanied by a wonderful bottle of Caldora, Montepulciano d'Abruzzo.

Yesterday we went to the Hampdenfest and stopped in for a couple drinks. We had a few Lagunitas Pilsners and chatted with Wayne for a while. He has made this a very comfortable and friendly wine bar/restaurant. We highly recommend this spot!

We love our frequent trips to 13.5. The wine selection is as good as any in town and they have a nice menu with something for everyone. We have found the staff to be friendly and knowledgeable. Wayne has made 13.5 a winner!

Not able to make it to the Sunday Farmers Market? We recommend the seasonal farmers' market menu at 13.5% Wine Bar on Sundays. Chef Sarah shops at the Baltimore Farmer's Market on Sunday mornings and then prepares a seasonal feast for diners. 3 courses $20 on the night we went. We sampled a PEACHY menu starting with grilled peaches on micro greens served with a poblano bail sauce for dipping-delicious! We also tried a flight of pinot noir travelling from France to Sonoma, CA to Oregon. A real treat for $22. Try and visit the 13.5% Wine Bar site here.

Stopped by for a drink this past weekend. Love what they have done with the space, very inviting, well laid out, mixing old with new. Had a few nibbles of a peach and field green salad, and a glass of Pierre Ponnelle, VdP d'Oc 2008, which proved to be a fantastic middle of the road French Burgundy.

Looking forward to going back soon. A very enjoyable experience. If you aren't into wine make sure you sample one of Colin's fine drinks!

Amy thanks for the honest comments. I will give it another try myself soon. Pls write more comments and will send you a gift card to a local spot.

In the beginning it was great-I was in awe about how such a simple bread plate could be so delectable and the process of ordering a cheese plate was fun and informative, the server would roll over the cart of cheese and explain a bit about each. A couple months later I was disappointed that the menu had changed and the food was definitely not as good(ex. roasted potatoes had turned into stale, unsalted potato chips). On my most recent visit this past week, I was appalled at how downhill this place has gone. There was so explanation of wine choices that I had so appreciated before and when we order the cheese tray, our server said do you want to go over and pick them out or do you want me to do it- we had her do it and just were no happy with the selection- which happens sometimes. The part that bothered me the most is that she never asked what we thought of the selection or of our meal in general. Food was mediocre. If its just for the wine, I'd go back- but never for the food.

took a most welcome lunch break from the hot Hon Fest Avenue and had a fabulous surprise with the menu, service and wine selections. Highly recommend this 13.5 and thank you!

Pork belly sliders, braised shortribs, rockfish crudo are only some of the delish dishes on this brand-new menu lead by Sarah Acconcia, formerly of Woodberry Kitchen. great food to compliment great wine.