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13 Celsius

13 Celsius (stylized 13 celsius) is a wine bar and café located in the Midtown neighborhood of Houston, Texas. Opened in 2006, the establishment operates out of a restored early-20th-century building and is known for its wine program and champagne offerings. It has received coverage and recognition from local and national food and travel publications.[1]

Location and Setting

13 Celsius is located at 3000 Caroline Street in the Midtown/Montrose area of Houston. The bar occupies a Mediterranean-style commercial structure built in the 1920s, originally housing Jenning’s Cleaners and Dyeing Shoppe. Renovations preserved several historic elements, including portions of the original façade and a pressed tin ceiling.

An open-air courtyard was created during redevelopment after part of the roof collapsed prior to renovation. Interior features include a long marble bar and furnishings salvaged from the former Warwick Hotel, a historic Houston property.

History

The wine bar was founded by Ian Rosenberg and a group of investors and opened to the public on December 27, 2006. The stated goal of the project was to preserve the historic building while creating a neighborhood gathering place centered on wine.

Since 2012, the wine program has been overseen by sommelier Adele Corrigan Wade, who has been featured in The Houston Chronicle for her approach to wine selection and service at 13 Celsius.[2]

Concept and Offerings

The name 13 Celsius refers to the approximate cellar temperature at which wine is traditionally stored. The bar maintains wine storage and service at this temperature, a practice that has been noted in coverage of Houston wine bars.[3]

The wine list rotates regularly and includes wines by the glass and bottle, as well as champagne and fortified wines. Additional beverages include beer, aperitifs, and bitters. Food offerings focus on small plates such as cheese and charcuterie boards, sandwiches, and desserts.

In the 2020s, the business introduced a private wine label, Patina, beginning with a Barbera wine from Piedmont, Italy, followed by a Chardonnay from the Petit Chablis region of France.

Ambiance

The venue includes indoor seating and a courtyard space. Reviewers have described the atmosphere as relaxed and candle-lit in the evenings, with an emphasis on wine education and attentive service.[4]

Recognition

  • Awarded the 2007 ULI Development of Distinction award for historic preservation and revitalization
  • 13 Celsius has received repeated recognition from local and national publications. It has been included in Condé Nast Traveler’s list of notable bars in Houston, and has appeared in Eater Houston’s guide to the city’s best wine bars.[5][6]
  • The establishment has also been named in The Infatuation’s national guide to romantic restaurants in the United States.[7]
  • Locally, Houston Press has awarded 13 Celsius multiple “Best of Houston®” honors, including recognition for its wine list and for Best Wine Bar.[8]
  • In addition, the Bureau du Champagne USA named 13 Celsius among the top places in the United States to drink Champagne in the mid-2020s.[9]

See also

References

  1. ^ Luna, Marcy de (2018-10-11). "15 Best Bars in Houston". Condé Nast Traveler. Retrieved 2025-12-15.
  2. ^ Robertson, Dale. "Sommelier's pick: Adele Corrigan of 13 Celsius". Houston Chronicle. Archived from the original on 2025-08-13. Retrieved 2025-12-15.
  3. ^ Garley, Brittany Britto (2019-02-01). "Houston's 16 Best Wine Bars". Eater Houston. Retrieved 2025-12-15.
  4. ^ "13 Celsius - Review - Midtown - Houston". The Infatuation. 2022-12-15. Retrieved 2025-12-15.
  5. ^ Luna, Marcy de (2018-10-11). "15 Best Bars in Houston". Condé Nast Traveler. Retrieved 2025-12-15.
  6. ^ Garley, Brittany Britto (2019-02-01). "Houston's 16 Best Wine Bars". Eater Houston. Retrieved 2025-12-15.
  7. ^ "The 8 Most Romantic Restaurants In America 2025 - All". The Infatuation. 2023-02-03. Retrieved 2025-12-15.
  8. ^ Press, Houston (2019-01-16). "Best of Houston® 2019: Best Wine List". Houston Press. Retrieved 2025-12-15.
  9. ^ "Top 10 US spots to enjoy Champagne". www.champagne.fr. Retrieved 2025-12-15.

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