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1 West Dupont Circle Wine And Liquor
Category: Food Beer, Wine & Spirits Beer, Wine & Spirits [Edit]
2012 P St NW(between N 20th St & N Hopkins St)
Washington, DC 20036
Neighborhood: Dupont Circle
(202) 293-9463
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- Nearest Transit:
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Dupont Circle Metro Station (Red)
- Hours:
Mon-Sat 10 am - 10 pm
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
44 reviews for 1 West Dupont Circle Wine And Liquor
Review Highlights
44 reviews in English
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Review from sonny s.
Lorton, VA
4/22/2012
Best selection I have ever seen and great service.
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Review from Don M.
Washington, DC
11/19/2011 1 Check-in Here
It's a shame this place is so overpriced. They have a tremendous selection of scotches, probably the best in the city, but I'm not in the tax bracket that can justify paying their markup.
Great selection of bitters, too (all the classics plus a huge chunk of the Fee Bros. range and almost all the Bitterman's offerings). The service seems good enough and the shop is clean, which is a nice change. -
Review from ariel d.
Tucson, AZ
7/24/2011
Superb selection and knowledgeable staff. THAT is what the stars are for. BUT they must have a problem with shoplifters? This is my third visit here in as many years (visiting friends) and each time I am there (well-dressed, groomed, King's English, toothpaste) I am *followed carefully*. Maybe my purse is too big? Maybe I should give them my purse at the front until I am through looking. But honestly I am there for a little bubbly.. a good Shiraz.... a decent Cognac... an okay brandy.. advice about white wine.. and they know about what they are saying. Been in Chicago and Los Angeles and Tucson (Plaza Liquors by the way, in Tucson is this store's near equivalent -go see!) and I've not seen its like in the big cities yet.
But the following thing is a little saddening. I am not a reprobate. Otherwise - wow! -
Review from Debra B.
Washington, DC
9/16/2011
4.5 stars.
I've never had such awesome, friendly, professional service at a liquor store. They rock.
Beer selection is great; wine selection is strong for a relatively small shop, and well-edited.
The only reason I can't give it a "full" 5 stars (but went ahead and bumped them up for all practical purposes) is the pricing. It's a bit high. Don't bother getting your Yuengling or your Columbia Crest here-- come for the unusual or when you need help with a selection. -
Review from Jeffrey H.
Washington, DC
12/1/2010
I told the manager I was moving across town.
He gave me his card and offered free delivery. :(
They have a great selection of beer, wine, & liquor in this two level house of worship. A helpful staff is ready and able to answer any questions you may have or grab you a bottle of your liking. Maybe a bit TOO helpful for my taste as someone always seems to be lurking near me - no I'm not stealing and no I don't need a personal shopper - I know my way around a liquor store.
The staff behind the counter is always friendly and quick to recommend other products one might enjoy. My only criticisms would be higher prices and a limited selection on 2 liter bottles of diet soda for mixing. A moment on the lips, a lifetime on the hips. -
Review from Greg M.
Washington, DC
12/27/2011
I will say that this place has an incredible selection of liquor, wine, and beer. Probably the best that I've seen in DC. The staff is incredibly helpful and friendly. The only downside is that they must have a problem with shoplifting, they follow you around like a hawk once you are inside. It's actually sort of creepy...like having your own personal minder.
Otherwise I love this place! -
Review from Vanessa Y.
San Francisco, CA
4/8/2011 1 Check-in Here
They have an amazing selection of beer, wine and liquor, super helpful/knowledgeable staff and cheese and crackers to boot. :)
What more could you ask for? -
Review from Sean M.
1/18/2011
I am going to preface this review with the fact that I don't drink. This review is solely about the service and selection of this place.
I go into this store pretty frequently to pick up random alcohols and liquors for the many fancy galas to which I am invited. For example: One day, Barack Obama called me and said, "Sean M., can you go down to that fantastic institution and get me a case of Natural Light beer? Now... Let's be clear: Natural Light is not Natural Ice..."
Full disclosure: that never happened. But, from Natural Light to Napa Valley Beer... from Dupont Circle Triple Sec to Creme de Cassis, they really do try to stock any potential spirit you need to lift yours. But what really gives this place five stars is the service. The gentlemen who run the store really go out of their way to make sure your shopping experience is above-average. Even if you are going in for just a mixing juice, they will recommend other items that you could purchase as complements to yours. They will give you cold beer and wine whenever possible and really are just pleasant shopkeeps.
Plus: if they do not carry an item that you requested (think Tequila with a snake inside) they will almost always order it for you and deliver it to you free of charge. So, yes, they may be $1 or $2 more than the other places in the area, but sometimes you pay for the intangibles.Listed in: Drinking, Dancing, and…
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Review from Travis F.
Washington, DC
7/14/2011
The guys here are very helpful, always asking if I need help finding anything. When I do need help with new or obscure things, this is definitely the store I go to -- they helped me find all the ingredients to the Vieux Carre cocktail, none of which I owned when I discovered that magical drink (some I'd never heard of...anybody drink Benedictine?).
I don't believe I've ever stumped them with a request, and if they're temporarily out of something they'll actually take your number down and call you when it comes in. Also, they never judge you when you buy lots of liquor, which is a huge plus for me. On the other hand, when you don't buy the biggest size, they'll remind you that, per ounce, the bigger bottle is a better deal. Maybe true, but bigger isn't always better guys.
I agree with all the reviews that say it's expensive. I also think it's definitely worth it, especially if you have a really specific request. Nice guys, great location for me, ridiculous selection. Seriously, they even have Fresca if you're into that sort of thing. -
Review from Rebecca Y.
Washington, DC
2/19/2011
Ok, I'm a fan. Large selection of wines. Helpful service.
HOWEVER, it significantly overcharges on stuff that you can find for cheaper at Connecticut Avenue Wine & Liquor Deli which is just 2 blocks away. I kicked myself for buying wine here and then finding the exact same thing for cheaper at Connecticut Avenue Wine & Liquor Deli.
Despite this, it has a wider selection than Connecticut Avenue Wine & Liquor Deli. Upstairs and downstairs selection.
I'll definitely be back again, but only if Connecticut Avenue Wine & Liquor Deli doesn't have what I need. -
Review from Robert H.
Washington, DC
2/20/2011
I was like a kid in a candy store when I walked into this place. You can find mixers to microbrews. Yes there are a bunch of staff working there but probably for a reason. It is a little weird, but the staff was knowledgeable and attentive. You describe what you are looking for, likes and dislikes, and they will narrow down the choices for you.
Making this place my go to for liquor stores in Dupont. -
Review from Jason C.
Arlington, VA
7/24/2009 ROTD 12/9/2009
"I'm so glad you're coming in with me," I told my friend Anna. "You can experience their extra-clingy treatment for yourself!"
Anna's eyes began to widen with incredulousness. "Oh my God...," her voice trailing off like someone who was digging around in their parents' bureau and found Polaroids of their parents that they really wished they didn't.
"Yeah, everybody who works there will ask you at *least* once if they can help you. Sometimes they sneak up on you. They're just trying to be friendly, but it's a little unsettling if you're not expecting it," I said as I held the door open for her.
"Gonna check out the wines. Be right back!" Anna said as she disappeared down the stairs. I promptly headed to one of the coolers to pick up a 750ml of Affligem Tripel.
As I was standing in front of one of the other coolers, trying to decide if I wanted a six-pack of something else, but in reality staring blankly as if waiting on a religious epiphany, I saw Anna approach out of the corner of my eye.
"No thanks, just browsing!" she said as she was clearly trying to out-walk one of the clerks who also came into view.
"Ohhhhhmyyyyygawwwd!" Anna whispered in staccato as her eyes widened to the size of dinner plates. "You were right! I had to tell one guy that I wasn't going to steal anything!"
"Ha! That's funny. Wait... you actually said that to him?"
"Yeeeeess," she replied in a tone of voice reserved for trying to teach a particularly dimwitted animal not to urinate on the living room carpet. "I seriously told him that!" she continued, her jaw tightening.
"Can I help you find anything?" another clerk implored as he walked up to us.
Anna's eyes began to roll as she started to fight back a laugh. "Uh no," I said. "Just browsin'."
"Okay, just let me know if you need anything."
I paid for my Affligem and Wexford Crème Ale and the two of us promptly proceeded to beat feet in retreat.
"Was I right or was I right?" I said, almost triumphantly.
"You know," I continued, "if we weren't white, middle-class professionals aged 18-50, I could have easily been given the impression that we were being profiled."
"There is no WAY I'm going back there again!" Anna giggled.
The verdict: above-average selection of beer and wines. While you're not going to find that rare or hard-to-get gem, there's enough variety that, whatever you get, you won't feel like you made a trek for nothing.
And the staff is truly trying to be helpful. Really, they are. And they're quite friendly. Unfortunately, it can sometimes come off as disconcerting. As in "I'm trying to drop a deuce in peace so for the love of all that is holy would you PLEASE STOP BANGING ON THE DOOR?!?" -
Review from Kevin L.
9/22/2009
It's not alcoholism if it's epicurean, right?
So, with that... I'm going to say that 1 West is the latest fuel to the fire of my epicureanism, with relation to my desire to improve my home bartending skills.
Although I started off a little rocky with a couple blank stares as I queried, "So... I have a random question..." But things got significantly better as I continued, "But, I'm wondering if y'all might have maraschino liqueur?" The immediate response was "Like Luxardo?" Yes!
I was then swiftly escorted (more like, swept along in the wake of...) over to precisely the location where the Luxardo was. Then, I was interrogated, "Did you need anything else? What are you trying to make?" Once I mentioned that I was working on my Aviation-making skills, I was immediately presented with a bottle of creme de violette.
Stunning. They have creme de violette! The maraschino liqueur was shocking enough. That they -also- carry creme de violette (or that they carry it at all!) was astonishing. -And- I was asked whether or not I needed Aviation gin. (They have Aviation?!) Knowing that I'd just picked up a bottle of Hendrick's a few weeks ago, I passed on that final offer, but did walk out with the remaining (ultra obscure) ingredients to begin fashioning my Aviations.
So, to the guys at 1 West, hats off to you. Thank you for absolutely blowing any and all expectations I had for a liquor store out of the water. Thanks for being helpful, and most of all, thanks for helping my alcoholi-- er... epicureanism flourish and grow.Listed in: Liquor Stores around DC
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Review from Jarrett C.
Washington, DC
11/17/2008
Remember how that old crappy Burger King was boarded up for years? It cause this place was duking it out with the control board and trying to get their liquor license. A lot of folks in the neighborhood were really worried this would be another craphole and signal a return to the days in the 80s when crime was a lot more prevalent. Growing up seeing the bums, drunks, and unsavory types I was equally worried and quite skeptical when I heard another liquor store was going in.
But I only normally jump to conclusions and a free booze tasting easily twisted my arm to check the place out. Gosh I'm a lush.
Lets get the bad out of the way. Like most in DC the place is expensive and while I don't worry about the few cent difference on a sixer of beer, on bottles of liquor I definitely notice it. I still do all my shopping for non-emergency liquor in the MD county stores where prices are dirt cheap. Also their wine section's organization makes no sense.
So the good.
-They deliver with no minimum (I don't know the radius cause I'm a block away, I just know I'm in it). Now my mentality is if I can't walk the one block to the liquor store I probably shouldn't drink anymore but quite convenient if I ever decide to throw a big party at my place (which I won't but if I do you're all invited - my address is 1600 Pennsy Ave).
-the store is very clean and has been designed really well and has good use of available space, I never feel like I'm going to knock something over. There are plenty of coolers with cold brews and a big walk-in downstairs with pre-chilled whites and champagnes.
-lots of rare liquors and scotches (Dave's gonna read this and bitch about the prices on the scotch tho).
-huge selection of booze, beer and wine.
-cigars, yum.
-entire downstairs is dedicated to wine.
-no "hurry up, you buy!" attitude, everyone is very friendly, helpful, and a few folks are incredibly knowledgeable.
-frequent liquor and wine tastings. Def love trying new things.
-discounts on cases of wine.
I could go to a couple of other places in Dupont, but its not getting any cheaper and I like the place so why waste time anywhere else. -
Review from Cameron B.
Washington, DC
5/9/2010
This store does NOT have it all, but if they don't have it, they'll try their darnedest to get it to you!! They even have a warehouse location with bottles they can't fit in their store! If you are willing to wait 5-10min for them to run it over....score!
I walked into this place by chance one evening when the nice weather had me in the "wandering" mood around Du Pont area. Realizing my house was out of whiskey, I popped in to see their selection....extensive! The owners, friendly and talkative suggested some expensive bottles, but when I said I wasn't there to spend a lot, they were very attentive, and we settled on a bottle of Oban 10....sooo good!!
I've since been back for beer (Red seal, and Red Tail yummm and hard to find) and some very hard to find South France ports and an Austrian wine that they even ordered special for me.....yes....they ordered a case....I had NO obligation to even buy some when it came in...and I only wanted 1 bottle!! I mean WHO DOES THAT....these guys is who!! Mad love for these fools! I am a client for life! -
Review from William B.
Palo Alto, CA
6/12/2010
Well-meaning staffer: Can I help you find something?
Me: Yes, actually. I'm looking for creme de violette.
[long pause]
Staffer: Sorry?
Me: Creme de violette?
Staffer: [Points slowly to bottle of creme de cassis.] violette?
Me: No. Not cassis. violette.
Staffer: [Begins pointing to other liqueurs at random.] Violette? Violette? Violette?
Me: [Puzzled, backing away.] Okay, never mind . . .
Second staffer: He wants creme de violette?
First staffer: [Shrugs, confused.]
Second staffer: It's over here, near the Luxardo. [Points to other part of store.]
Me: [Confused relief.]
Four stars for actually having the obscure ingredient I needed. Plus one star for keeping it next to the Luxardo, which I also needed. Minus one star for first trying to sell me everything else in the store. -
Review from Laura V.
Alexandria, VA
3/25/2010
Awww yeah! This place is the real deal! It was March Madness, and my friend had some folks over to watch the games. We suddenly realized that there was no beer. WE NEED BEER FOR BASKETBALL!! So, she tells me there's a place to grab some beer around the corner. I'm thinking Miller Lite and I head out for my excursion.
1 hour and WAY too many decisions later, I returned with Spaten and the Blue Moon Seasonal. Seriously, this store had more beer brands than I've seen in a long time. 10 kinds of Mexican beers, a whole mess of German ones. Special brews, micro brews, crappy brews...all side by side and all of them cold!! This place is a mecca for a beer lover like me.
So then I look around, and I notice the entire WALL of liquor. And the sign that says "wine and cheese downstairs." Good lord, this place is huge and well stocked. I decided that I really needed to leave or I was never going to leave.
The staff was super friendly. Offered their help and one guy even carried my first 6 pack to the counter when I was browsing for more. They kind of all had the same robotic smiles on their faces, but it was genuine and I felt that they appreciated my business. The prices were reasonable too. Didn't seem to be too marked up.
When I'm in Dupont (fairly often because my friend lives there), I'm going to have to make a stop to peruse the alcohol. It's just how it is. Great store! -
Review from Rebecca S.
Washington, DC
7/11/2011
Giving this place 5 stars because of the customer service. I've always had a welcoming experience visiting here. Great selection of beer and wine and everyone who works here is super knowledgeable. The alcohol here is definitely reasonable, and the customer service will keep me going here, thanks again guys.
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Review from Marco S.
1/6/2010
Now THISSSSSSSSS is a liquor store. Granted, my love for this store may be tainted by the down right stankiness of my two "close to home" liquor stores (Florida Liquor and Best Liquor). What a breath of fresh air not to have to wait in line behind a horde of bums buying lottery tickets and 24oz cans of Ballantine Ale. How nice that the Tequila selection isnt limited to Cuervo Gold and there is a gin other than Gilbey's for sale. Who knew paying didn't have to involve handing my money through a funk ass revolving window built into a bulletproof glass wall?
No no no, 1 West store is the opposite. Its spacious, it's well lit, it's clean, and it has a handsome selection of every type of liquor you could want, and many more you didnt even know you wanted.
After recently perusing through a GQ in one of my more metrosexual moments, I read a recipe of this year's MUST HAVE winter drink - the Jack Rose (Laird's AppleJack, grenadine, and lime juice). Well, apparently many areas metros read this article because I tried FIVE liquor stores each of which had just sold their last bottle of Applejack. Not 1 West though! Nope, they had two on hand and even sent someone to their warehouse (whereupon I shall have my ashes spread when I leave this world) to fetch me the bottles. What service!
Not only did they have my elusive AJ, but while I waited their delivery man, they set me up with free premium shots! They had an amazing tasting that day where they were GIVING OUT FOR FREE shots of:
Godiva Chocolate liquor (!)
Don Julio Tequila (!!!)
Johnny Walker Green Label (!!!!!!)
Damn, those are drinks you usually pay $15++ for at a bar and here they are handing them out like tastings of two buck chuck. After that magnanimous gesture, I was sold. Loaded up with Godiva (makes great martinis) and AJ, I headed home that cold christmas eve, got trashed, and opened presents. My god best Wednesday ever. -
Review from Matt L.
Washington, DC
8/11/2010
I had a really great experience here. When I walked in, the guys behind the counter greeted me very warmly. As I was looking for beer, a staffer asked if there was something he could help me find. There wasn't, but I was nonetheless very impressed.
Moreover, an experience my friend had: He was looking for a very obscure (and probably disgusting) liqueur called Root. Not surprisingly they didn't carry this bizarre item, but they did order it for him, and ordered a bottle for themselves to try it. When he picked his bottle up, they opened theirs and took shots with them. Big points for being good sports and for being so helpful. Right on, West Dupont. -
Review from Kelly S.
Washington, DC
4/2/2009
I helped my girlfriend move into a new apartment today in the West Dupont area. I've had worse moves, but you know how any moving experience makes you feel (achy, hopeless, rabid, etc), so I wanted to pop in a local establishment and "get her a housewarming gift" aka buy booze. Enter this place. It was a shining beacon of hope amidst the gray skies today. I love Bells beer - the front of the store had at least 6 varieties that I counted before passing out from the joy that was the immense selection of all types booze in their 2-story layout. After I showed interest in picking up a six-pack, one the staff ran to the back and grabbed a cold six of it for me. Are you kidding? Who does that? Amazing.
I was then promptly offered a shot of this new sweet-tea vodka, which I'd heard about 1)from a fellow southerner friend of mine and 2)in my dreams. I was totally overwhelmed by the massive amount of alcohol this place managed to fit in their store. Minor complaint that some things were priced like a dollar too high, but for that location, it's understandable and I commend them for having such a diverse selection. I will spend far too much money in this store- -
Review from Aaron B.
Silver Spring, MD
1/21/2012
This is easily the best beer and liquor store I have ever been to. The prices for liquor are slightly high but not bad for DC. However, the excellent service and mass selection EASILY makes up for any price. They'll even order spirits for you assuming they are legally sold in the U.S. They also advertise deleviry, though I have never used that service.
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Review from JuJu S.
Washington, DC
10/24/2008
I was excited to see this place finally open after many months of a sign saying "Coming Soon." It sure was worth the wait. This place is beautiful inside. It's two stories with beer and hard liquor on the top floor and wine on the bottom level (along with a small gourmet cheese area!). They have a HUGE selection of both beer and wine, and kinds that are hard to find around here. One of the employees told me they have the largest selection in DC.
The staff was extremely nice, the place was very clean and they even had a wine tasting when we walked in on a Saturday afternoon. However, possibly the best thing about this place is they deliver!! -
Review from Megan N.
Englewood, CO
8/3/2009
I am blown away by so many things at this store. The selection is better than any I've ever seen and the fact that they have many things cold on the spot is a bonus. They also have great tastings on the weekend nights which have helped me to find some new bottles of wine and liquor that I otherwise might not have tried. They even helped my friend carry home a few boxes of wine.
I could not disagree more with the description of their behavior as "clingy". They care about customer satisfaction (which is MUCH more than I can say about many places in this city) and any conversation with an employee will tell you how hard they have worked to open this store. Being white and of a certain age has nothing to do with it; they genuinely want you to have a good experience in their store. -
Review from David C.
Manhattan, NY
10/29/2008
Liquor stores always seem to trend toward this weird theme of illegality, dirty floors, and overpriced booze. It's so nice to find a place that EMBRACES its role of selling alcohol without the shame or trashiness of a typical liquor store.
They've got A LOT of good stuff. A LOT of great service. A LOT of clean, brand new parquet floor... I could go on.
Check it out and reward their passion for what they do! I don't want to see this place disappear anytime soon... -
Review from Morgan W.
4/8/2009
I walked in. A light came down from the heavens and angels started singing as I saw the massive, massive beer selection. The man from the counter announced, "We have most of them chilled as well."
SOLD!
They have a dizzying array of beer, liquor and wine, all in a clean store run by extremely friendly and helpful assistants. Look at all that tequila! Prices are pretty much what you would expect in Dupont, but honestly I will pay them because of the huge convenience factor of their location. And they deliver? So, on the same block I can get pizza and liquor delivered to my apartment? F-ing sweet.
Oh, and all of the white wines are available chilled, in their convenient walk-in cooler. Booya. -
Review from Christine H.
McLean, VA
12/9/2009
***4.5***
After a recommendation from a colleague and reading the reviews, I decided to get the BF and good buddy to head up there to check out the scotch selection...
When they returned, they said "we're never going back again" Why, I asked? "Because the selection is AWESOME". between the both of them, they spent literally over $1000.00!
He said they guy behind the counter was super friendly and very knowledgeable even before he knew they we going to spend lots of moolah...
1/2 star taken off because prices are a tad high, no parking, but convenience and selection are awesome.. -
Review from Mary W.
Fairfax, VA
12/9/2009
As has been previously stated, a dizzying array of agents of intoxication. I love going into this store, the staff are friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Not being too schooled on booze myself I come here when I'm looking for a gift for friends with a more discerning taste.
I've been recommended two wines and a nice top shelf cognac as gifts. Both of the wines were divine and went well with the meals (which the staff asked me about prior to making a recommendation). I'll know about the Cognac in a few weeks.
I also appreciate that its well lit and welcoming. But its also what I really like about the ABC stores in VA as well. I dislike walking into a liquor store and feeling sleazy.
In all, great selection, awesome service, and knowledgeable staff to boot.
I only wish it was closer to home and I didn't have to lug beer on the metro with me if I buy it there. -
Review from Michael W.
Brookline, MA
2/10/2011
Impressive large selection of wines, beer, and liquor.
Attentive staff. Three different people asked if I need help.
Overpriced. They charge $19 for a bottle of wine that I buy for $12 elsewhere. -
Review from Michael H.
Long Beach, CA
11/24/2008
Jarrett C pretty much nailed this one. Only a few things to add, probably mostly so I feel like I've added something: Very nice family that owns the place. Incredibly clean. All the bottles are new and look to have been impeccably stored. While it might not be 5 stars in SF, I have to add another star because I haven't found any better wine stores in DC so far and I love, LOVE their willingness to order wines that I want them to carry. Who else does that???
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Review from Kate B.
Portsmouth, NH
8/8/2009
We call it "the magic liquor store" because it seems to glow from the street, luring us in. Everything is pristine. Everything is in stock. The employees are too helpful. Everything you've ever wanted to imbibe - maybe not EVERYthing, but hey, this is Dupont - is available at the magic liquor store. Go there.
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Review from Robert L.
Baltimore, MD
11/23/2008
I agree with the previous reviewer...This is an amazing wine, liquor, beer and cheese store! If you are looking for a one stop shop for high quality goods, and the benefit of a wonderful staff, happy to help you find exactly what you are looking for, this is the place to go! Looking for that rare beer or wine...if they don't have it they will find a way to get their hands on it...
They've been open a few months and I am sold!Listed in: Liquor
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Review from Peter M.
Washington D.C., DC
2/17/2011
Good selection but very overpriced and the employees follow you creepily as if you are going to rob them.
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Review from Damien S.
Carlsbad, CA
8/20/2009
I would love to give this place 5 stars because the selection is better than anywhere else in the city however they need to lower their prices on beer. $14 for a six pack of Stone Pale Ale?! $14 for pretty much every CA microbrew?! I'm confused as to how imported beers like Czechvar are $5 lower than domestic beers. Either way you can purchase Stone at D'Vines/De Vinos and Whole Foods for $10 a six pack. C'mon guys.
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Review from Sydney M.
Washington, DC
6/16/2010
This place has an awesome beer, wine and liquor selection. The staff is friendly and super helpful too. The best part is they deliver.
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Review from Pem B.
Medford, MA
7/17/2010
This is my favorite liquor store in Dupont Circle. Although from the outside it looks like your random dumpy liquor store, inside is well lit, clean, well organized, and fully stocked. Everyone that works there is extremely friendly and eager to help (I've never needed their advice, so I can't speak to their knowledge level). They have a great wine selection downstairs, including a wide range of chilled white wines (a whole walk in freezer). Their prices seem on par with other nearby stores.
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Review from Matt S.
Washington, DC
3/10/2010 10 Check-ins Here
So this is the first 5 star I have given on yelp, I guess it is fitting that it is a store that sells nothing but alcohol. But not all establishments that sell alcohol get 5 stars in my book, this one was a little more than a guy behind a cage that sells 40s with complimentary paper bags(not sure whether they are free anymore, they may cost a nickel in DC). Anyway, this place has an awesome selection of pretty much anything you could ask for. Not only do they have all kinds of deliciousness that gets you where you need to go, the people that work there are awesomely helpful. So in summation its definitely worth going here for whatever you need to imbibe.
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Review from Irish C.
Washington, DC
4/7/2010
This is my favorite liquor store in the city. It's well lit and clean and I get to pick out my own bottles rather than standing one one side of the counter while directing the cashier about which bottle of Goose I want or how large a bottle of gin I need. Great selection, helpful staff, and prices that are pretty standard throughout the city, though I did notice Cointreau is a dollar or 2 more here than others. It's a premium I'm willing to pay.
Most importantly - and I can't stress this enough - they offer free delivery. Yes, delivery. I do not live in Dupont Circle. I also do not buy one or two bottles at a time. If I'm making a trip to the liquor store, it is to drop $200 - $300 dollars and restock the bar (or as it's known at my house - the kitchen table) and I don't have a car. Rather than being forced to shop at a lesser liquor store that is closer to my house, I can have it delivered at the time of my choosing!
Yes, the sales staff will ask if you need help but I've never had them be obnoxious about it the way other Yelpers seem to and they do always try to up-sell you at the check out i.e. "Don't you want the full liter of vodka? It's cheaper per ounce." They never try to insist if you say no though so I don't see it as a negative. -
Review from Ann Marie H.
Washington, DC
Updated - 7/14/2009
I have to downgrade this place to a 3 (maybe even a 2.5). I was too quick to write a review after my first visit and give it a 5 stars as my vision was clouded with their huge selection and very helpful service.
After popping into this store countless times since then, I have a strong and different opinion of their service. Every time I go in I have at least 2-3 workers watching me while I make my selection. I enjoy good customer service but this is to the point of being really really annoying. Let me take my time and check out all your beers! I want to browse damnit! Instead, I feel rushed to pick something out just for the relief I will have of no longer having an employee breathing down my back until I make my selection. I realize they are trying to be helpful but it's too much!!! Similar to an overbearing mother (and I know first-hand!)!!! I always have second thoughts before going in there - if I know exactly what I want then there's not as much of a problem but if I feel like taking a gander and contemplating on my purchase then I think about going elsewhere......also if I'm already annoyed from red line crowds I will definitely steer clear.....it's a shame too bc they have a great selection!1 Previous Review: Show all »
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4/3/2009
This is by far the BEST beer/wine store in DC! The beer selection is huge and the entire downstairs… Read more »
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Review from Megan G.
Washington, DC
8/17/2010
The best liquor store in DC. And trust me, I've done the legwork.
