Cork Soakers Wine Bar Now Open
Houston’s newest wine bar, Cork Soakers, is officially open. Located in EADO directly across the street from Lucky’s Pub at the corner of Rusk and St. Emanuel, Cork Soakers (www.corksoakershouston.com) is an upscale wine bar in a relaxed setting.
WHAT: Houston’s newest wine bar, Cork Soakers, is officially open. Located in EADO directly across the street from Lucky’s Pub at the corner of Rusk and St. Emanuel, Cork Soakers (www.corksoakershouston.com) is an upscale wine bar in a relaxed setting. While the name Cork Soakers came from a play on words from owner Anthony Wegmann it is serious about its wine. Cork Soakers has an incredible wine menu from all over the world as well as craft beers. It’s a great place to share a bottle of wine with friends, have happy hour or relax and play board games (including Wineopoly). The atmosphere is friendly and warm and Cork Soakers’ staff is very knowledgeable about wines and able to assist you in making the perfect selection. The interior of Cork Soakers was designed to have the feeling as if you are in a winery. The “Chill Room” is a private dining room which can be booked for events ranging from small, intimate catered dinners, corporate meetings or bridal/bachelorette parties. The focal point in the Chill Room is an incredible 9 ½ foot table made from one slab of suar wood (samanea saman wood aka rain tree).
Cork Soakers will soon start weekly tastings and feature daily happy hour events (Monday - Bubbles & Bingo; Tuesday - Wine Tastings and Flights; Wednesday - Half Price Hump Day; Thursday - Steak Night; and Saturday - Speakeasy (the front door has a speakeasy window and if you have the password located on their website you get your first drink half-price.)
WHO: Owned and operated by Anthony Wegmann who also owns Lucky’s Pub across the street, Cork Soakers is EADO’s newest entertainment venue.
WHEN: Cork Soakers officially opened February 26th. Hours: Sunday thru Thursday from 4 p.m. to 12 midnight. Friday and Saturday from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. Happy hours are 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. daily.
WHY: Cork Soakers has an extensive and special wine list as well as craft beers. This new wine boutique is upscale, but friendly and relaxing. It’s a great place to be whether you are single, on a date, or with a group of friends.
WHERE: Cork Soakers - 2024 Rusk Street, Houston, TX 77003. 713-222-CORK.
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