Highest-rated wineries in New Jersey, according to Yelp
Napa Valley isn't the only travel destination in the United States for a good glass of wine. While California's wine country is known for being a top winery destination (and also home to the award-winning bottle of chardonnay that won top honors at the Judgment of Paris competition in 1976), wine connoisseurs no longer have to travel all the way to California for a good winery experience. In fact, at this point, noteworthy wineries are available to visit in every state, if you know where to look.
As of February 2023, there are 11,691 wineries in the United States, an increase of more than 10% since 2020. A 2022 report from WineAmerica stated the wine industry generates $276 billion in total economic activity and employs over a million people.
With such a booming industry and a plethora of wineries to choose from, how does a vino-lover know if a winery is worth it? First, the location is a big reason why people choose to visit a winery; if they are tucked away next to a sprawling field of grapes for guests to explore, then the wine is likely locally sourced. The tasting experience is also key. Wineries will offer a selection of their wines by the glass, or even tastings where the customer can order smaller pours of a variety of their wines. Some wineries even offer cellar tours with glimpses into their winemaking process. Of course, the ambiance is a big draw. If it's the kind of place that makes guests want to post photos on Instagram to make their friends jealous, then that winery is probably doing something right.
So how do you know which winery to visit that includes some—if not all—of what makes a winery the best of the best? Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated wineries in New Jersey, according to Yelp, so you know exactly where to venture when wine o'clock hits—no trip to Napa necessary. Only businesses that had at least three reviews and are categorized as wineries on Yelp were included. Therefore, it's possible some businesses are miscategorized. Businesses that did not have a photo on Yelp were also not included.
#20. Zachys Wine Auctions
- Rating: 2.0/5 (4 reviews)
- Address: 39 Westmoreland Ave White Plains, NY 10606
- Categories: Wineries, Auction Houses
- Read more on Yelp
#19. Wi-Bar
- Rating: 2.5/5 (15 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: LaGuardia Aiport Queens Terminal C East Elmhurst, NY 11371
- Categories: American (Traditional), Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#18. Mezzanine
- Rating: 3.0/5 (4 reviews)
- Address: 246 Spring St New York, NY 10013
- Categories: American (New), Breakfast & Brunch, Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#17. New York Wine Expo
- Rating: 3.5/5 (8 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 655 W 34th St New York, NY 10001
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#16. Middle Village Wines & Liquors
- Rating: 3.5/5 (14 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 64-74 Dry Harbor Rd Middle Village, NY 11379
- Categories: Beer, Wine & Spirits, Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#15. Slyce
- Rating: 3.5/5 (111 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 27 Center St Ardsley, NY 10502
- Categories: Pizza, Bars, Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#14. Vin De Table
- Rating: 3.5/5 (19 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 354 Throop Ave Bedford-Stuyvesant, NY 11221
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#13. Ship To Shore Wine Shop
- Rating: 4.0/5 (11 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 88-08 Rockaway Beach Blvd Queens, NY 11693
- Categories: Wine Tasting Classes, Beer, Wine & Spirits, Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#12. Rooftop Reds
- Rating: 4.0/5 (188 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 299 Sands St Bldg 275 Brooklyn, NY 11205
- Categories: Wineries, Venues & Event Spaces
- Read more on Yelp
#11. Grape Expectations
- Rating: 4.0/5 (11 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 25 Kearney St Bridgewater, NJ 08807
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#10. The Winery
- Rating: 4.0/5 (104 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 257 W 116th St New York, NY 10026
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#9. Noho Wine & Spirits
- Rating: 4.0/5 (6 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 639 Broadway New York, NY 10012
- Categories: Beer, Wine & Spirits, Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#8. Make Wine With Us
- Rating: 4.5/5 (28 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 21 Curie Ave Wallington, NJ 07057
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#7. The Red Hook Winery
- Rating: 4.5/5 (214 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 175 Van Dyke St Pier 41, Ste 325A Brooklyn, NY 11231
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#6. Brooklyn Winery
- Rating: 4.5/5 (292 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 61 Guernsey St Brooklyn, NY 11222
- Categories: Wineries, Venues & Event Spaces
- Read more on Yelp
#5. Tomasello Winery - Cranford
- Rating: 4.5/5 (27 reviews)
- Address: 109 Walnut Ave Cranford, NJ 07016
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#4. NYC Wine Company
- Rating: 4.5/5 (46 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 330 West 11th St New York, NY 10014
- Categories: Wineries, Wine Tasting Classes
- Read more on Yelp
#3. Staten Island Winery
- Rating: 4.5/5 (5 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 106 Wakefield Ave Ste A Staten Island, NY 10314
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#2. Flea Mart Wine & Liquor
- Rating: 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2686 Coney Island Ave Brooklyn, NY 11235
- Categories: Beer, Wine & Spirits, Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#1. Your Own Winery
- Rating: 5.0/5 (34 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1572 Rt 23 N Butler, NJ 07405
- Categories: Wineries, Venues & Event Spaces
- Read more on Yelp
This story features data reporting by Karim Noorani, writing by Kiersten Hickman, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 35 states.
