The intimate, smallish space upstairs from this SoHo wine shop entices people to talk with each other. Sit at the bar and get the goods from the wine rep or share a cocktail table and chat up your neighbors. Every Friday, the themed wine tastings make it easy to get your drink on as well as your social. 533 S. Howard Ave. #2, Tampa, 813-250-1967, www.charlieswine.com.
This article appears in Sep 13-19, 2006.