Yes. The structured description lists a minimum age of 21; bring valid government ID.

Can I add the wine pairing onsite?

Yes; you can prebook the wine pairing or order wine a la carte when you arrive.

Are vegetarian options available?

Yes. The menu includes seasonal cold salads and dishes such as eggplant with tomato coulis; notify hosts of dietary needs in advance if possible.

How long does the dinner last?

Plan on about two hours; seating begins at 6:30 p.m. and service runs for the full meal.

How can I avoid the booking fee?

The site charges a booking fee; to avoid it call during business hours and pay over the phone at 607-582-6116.

Can I bring a group larger than six?

The listed group size is six; for larger parties contact the venue directly to discuss options or staggered seating.

Heuriger Night at the Winegarden: Communal Dinner & Wine Pairings in Lodi, NY

Heuriger Night at the Winegarden in Lodi, New York, at 9564 NY-414, turns a simple Sunday into a convivial evening of shared food and local wine. This is a communal-style Heuriger dinner led by Chef Karen Gilman and her daughter, Sophia Hutnik, offering classic dishes from Dano's Heuriger menu served in a garden among vineyard rows. Long tables, baguette and spreads, and the soft glow of string lights set the scene for relaxed conversation and generous portions.

Upon arrival guests may take their seats starting at 6:30 p.m.; the service runs about two hours. The meal opens with seasonal cold salads and shared starters, followed by buffet-style entrees like roast chicken, chilled poached salmon, eggplant with tomato coulis, red cabbage, spatzle, and sauerkraut. Dessert is a summer fruit strudel that feels both homey and refined. Wine pairings are available as an add-on prebook or a la carte at the event, letting you match each course with a careful pour.

What makes this experience special is its scale and rhythm: small group sizes keep the evening intimate (group size six), the food reflects regional comfort with European roots, and the service encourages conversation rather than a hurried meal. The setting—an outdoor winegarden beside planted rows—gives diners a direct connection to the vines that supply the bottles on the table. It’s an opportunity to taste multiple courses without losing the slow pace of a proper country dinner.

Practical details matter: the site charges a booking fee; to avoid it you can call 607-582-6116 and pay by phone. The event is 21+; bring valid ID. If you want the structured experience, add the wine pairing in advance; if you prefer to wander the garden between courses, choose a la carte on arrival.

This dinner is ideal for food-minded travelers looking for a neighborly night out rather than a formal tasting room. It’s the kind of local ritual that reveals how a working vineyard supports table-side hospitality—an evening where hearty cooking, thoughtful wines, and communal dining create a memorable, low-key celebration of place.

Rooted in the Heuriger tavern tradition—where producers open their doors to pour recent vintages—this evening adapts that model to a New York winegarden, translating European conviviality into Finger Lakes-adjacent hospitality. Expect ambient noise from neighboring fields, the crackle of coals or a kitchen at work, and the scent of butter and roasted herbs. Parking is typically onsite or roadside near 9564 NY-414; carpool or allow extra time on busy nights. Book early: six-person tables fill quickly. For a quieter visit, choose earlier Sunday dates in the season rather than holiday weekends. Whether you arrive for the food, the bottles, or the easy company, Heuriger Night feels like an invitation to linger.