Wine Spectator's Restaurant Awards recognize restaurants whose wine lists offer interesting selections, are appropriate to their cuisine and appeal to a wide range of wine lovers.

To qualify for an award, the list must present complete, accurate wine information. It must include vintages and appellations for all selections, including wines available by the glass. Complete producer names and correct spellings are crucial, and the overall presentation and appearance of the list is also taken into consideration.

Award of Excellence

2,995 winners

Our basic award, for lists that offer a well-chosen selection of quality producers, along with a thematic match to the menu in both price and style. Typically, these lists offer at least 100 selections.

-Wine Spectator Magazine

"Wine Enthusiast Magazine's Restaurant Award Program recognizes excellence in fine dining on a number of significant measures. In addition to evaluating the quality, depth and pricing of the wine list, careful attention is paid to the level of wine service: from how wine is stored, how it is presented and served, to the expert knowledge and training of the management and staff. The individuality of the establishment is evaluated as to wine-oriented programs such as special wine dinners, events, and wine tasting menus and wine-by-the-glass selections. This award recognizes that Mesa Street Grill provides patrons with a notable experience in wine with imagination, passion and success."

-Wine Enthusiast Magazine