London wine bars are two a penny but when you find one you like, just like a lucky penny, you’ll never let it go.

We were invited to try the Humble Grape’s latest opening at the lively Devonshire Square, pretty much opposite Liverpool Street station. Tucked away on Devonshire Row, The Humble Grape is extremely humble in size (see what we did there?) so we’d recommend booking your table in advance but this hideaway is certainly every wine lover’s dream.

Each wall is decorated with some of the finest bottles of wine you could imagine and, what’s more, they’re doing Retail Monday every (you guessed it) Monday. All the bottles can be purchased at their cheaper retail prices. All day long. The team advised us that it’s a hugely popular event and we’re not ashamed to say a Monday visit is already in the diary.

One of the things that surprised us most about this place was its incredible quality of food. Like the venue size, the menu is ‘humble’ but offers a fantastic selection of meats and side dishes, as well as a few mains to line your stomach if needed. The kitchen is tiny and fully visible from the seating area so at first, we were a little apprehensive about how the food would compare with the fantastic wine but we’re delighted to say that we were pleasantly surprised on a ridiculous scale.

The quality of the meats is second to none and the Iberica pork dish was mouth-wateringly tender and packed with flavour. It was topped with the most delicious slice of chorizo we might have even eaten and was accompanied by what we consider to be, quite possibly, the most deliciously crispy garlic potatoes.

Essentially, what we’re trying to say here is that we completely taken aback and fell in love with the food straight away. As a foodie, it was an incredible bonus and while the wine was extra tasty, it would be the food that pulls us back. Quality not quantity is clearly their motto.

We definitely do need to give a nod to the wine though but also the service. The waiting staff clearly knew their stuff and could of course partner every wine with every dish on the menu.

For us, the standout tipple was the Weingut Von Winning Sauvignon Blanc I, 2015, Pfalz, Germany and whilst the wine isn’t especially cheap per glass (roughly averaging at around £10) you definitely won’t be looking back towards your Blossom Hill after you’ve sipped this Sauvignon!

Finally, we’d be doing a disservice if we wrapped up this review without touching on the atmosphere. This bar is cosy, yet sophisticated but unlike some wine bars, doesn’t even have a whiff of pretentiousness. It’s clearly a place you can go to sit back, relax and enjoy some good food, good wine and the good company you’ll be taking along with you.

So, next time you fancy a genuinely great glass of wine or an incredibly tasty and reasonably priced dinner at a place that has a feel like your splashing out but no price tag to match, give The Humble Grape a try.

We were guests at The Humble Grape.

Book here: https://www.humblegrape.co.uk/wine-bar/liverpool-street/