J. Bookwalter Tasting Room

J. Bookwalter is a corner spot on NE 145th that’s always the perfect kind of crowded on a warm day. And despite the parking lot views, they have a terrific outdoor space, complete with firepits, patio sofas, a windmill, and barrels. (It’s truly not a winery unless there are barrels everywhere.) We like coming here with a group when there’s a reason to celebrate, which means it’s acceptable to use this as an excuse to do some tastings and celebrate wine being a generally great liquid.