Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant

Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant is a winery in Schererville, IN, located at 635 Main St. Founded in 2005 by CEO Tim McEnery, the business operates as a lifestyle brand centered around wine, combining an upscale casual dining restaurant, a full-service bar, a private dining room, and a Napa-style tasting room with a retail gift store under one roof. The concept is designed to create memorable moments built upon food, wine, and friendship, offering a modern casual dining experience in an inviting setting.

The wine program sources grapes from both New World and Old World regions, including Italy, France, California, Chile, New Zealand, and Australia. The winemaking team works closely with growers to nurture the fruit according to individual needs, a process that has resulted in over 500 wine awards from local, national, and international competitions. The collection includes accessible selections for new drinkers and complex, full-bodied options for seasoned palates. The culinary team, led by Executive Chef Matt McMillin, serves a contemporary American menu of 110 items. Dishes are made fresh in a scratch kitchen using peak-of-season ingredients, and each menu item is listed with a bin number to guide guests to a matching wine selection.

Guests can participate in the Cooper’s Hawk Wine Club, which offers an exclusive Wine of the Month and access to themed events such as monthly club dinners featuring expertly paired multicourse meals. The business also hosts special events, including an evening with James Beard Award-winning chef Michael Symon for a multi-course dinner inspired by live-fire cooking, and seasonal experiences like an evening inspired by the Normandy apple harvest festival. The Napa-style tasting room provides an opportunity to explore and expand wine knowledge, while the marketplace offers high-end decanters, wine accessories, and gifts.

Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant stands out in Schererville for its extensive award-winning wine collection and its integration of a full dining and retail experience. The business serves the local area with a focus on handcrafted wine and contemporary American cuisine, providing a distinct hospitality experience that blends dining, tasting, and retail under one roof.