Ah, how wonderful it is to have a classy wine bar nearby my office. Swirl is an upscale, relaxed joint that has the coziest of ambiance. The building itself looks like it used to be residential, which lends to cozy and chill vibe of the place. When sipping on wine here, you get the feeling of being in a really cool friends house - especially if sitting by the fireplace (who doesn't love a good fireplace?? It's a natural impetus to stroke one's beard in deep intellectual contemplation around).
Beyond the awesome atmosphere, the goods here were, well - really good. They had a comprehensive wine list with some Oregon Pinot (in my opinion, the best Pinot comes from OR, hands down) and my coworkers all loved their Rieslings as well. The appetizers at Swirl were similarly delicious, solid hummus and flavorful and indulgent cheese made this joint a hit for me.
If you're looking for a classy place to have a work meeting or just to chill with some friends before a film or show, Swirl will definitely put you in the right mood.