The Wine Thief Is Coming
“Eight years ago when I was living in Virginia, I had the idea of opening a wine bar. My first ideas of what I would like to see in a true wine bar are details such as wine lockers, a lounge area, and temperature controlled wines by the glass. Well, seven years later and a move back to Buffalo and here I am.
It all came together one night when I was talking with a friend of mine Dave Simpson (Super Dave). We were looking for a cool place to get a nice glass of wine without the restaurant atmosphere; a place where we could have a conversation, a distinct glass of wine, and light food that doesn’t take away from the wine of choice. We thought hard but could not think of a place that would fit this description. We had a few more cocktails, thought about the situation for a while and decided we could open up a place of our own. Over the next few weeks we turned our ideas and my vision of a true wine bar into reality and that is how The Wine Thief started. We hope you enjoy it!” - Dave Cooper & Dave Simpson
The Wine Thief Bistro and Wine Bar will be opening at the former Solid Grounds, located at the corner of Elmwood and Bryant.
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leadi
LOVE the signage and cannot wait until they open!
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munky
SD has to be one of the most honest and caring people I've met in Buffalo........or anywhere for that matter. Best wishes to Super and the Wine Thief! See you at the opening.
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kooksapalooza
This sounds really awesome!
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metrobflo
Stopped in a couple weeks ago, Coop was covered in dust, He showed me around, he is sparing no expense. The floors are amazing, the cooler is cool and the furniture he ordered is top notch, this place is going to be first class.
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gaustad
great concept and addition to area. As a suggestion, the brick on the front of this building should be spray washed and cleaned. Light brick color shows too much dirt and looks extremely weathered.
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MikeJW
Coop is a good guy and I wish them the best. I look forward to checking this place out.
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salford12
Way to go guys! Looks great! Cool partnership between two great guys. Your patience and commitment is admirable and Buffalonians will soon be the benefactors...
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