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Giles Fine Wine
Category: Food Beer, Wine & Spirits Beer, Wine & Spirits [Edit]
137 Mass AveArlington, MA 02474
Neighborhood: East Arlington
(781) 646-3500
- Nearest Transit:
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Massachusetts Ave @ Milton St (350, 77, 79)
Massachusetts Ave @ Windsor St (350, 77, 79)
Massachusetts Ave @ Thorndike St (350, 77, 79)
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
About This Business:
Unique wine selections from all around the globe, hundreds of boutique and craft beers, and spirits and cordials. We specialize in local, if its made… read more »
10 reviews for Giles Fine Wine
10 reviews in English
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Review from Danielle M.
Arlington, MA
11/3/2011 9 Check-ins Here
Oh Giles, Giles , Giles, I have a love/love relationship with you!!! You always have have my favorite wine in stock and my beloved prosecco always on hand. Your employees are super friendly and always have a doggy treat for my crazy little Yorkie.
Even though I rarely drink it you have a wide assortment of obscure beers, ales, and hard ciders. With the addition of harder adult beverages (vodka, gin, rum, etc) I have no reason to ever stray.
Never ever leave me, I think I would have a meltdown!!! -
Review from J C.
Arlington, MA
12/1/2011
This is a cute little liquor store. One of the owners, the sweetheart guy with the white beard is totally awesome and willing to help. Bummer he does not work there more...However, the last few times that i went in there, not only were the gals behind the counter NOT helpful...but RUDE..."if it is NOT in the little shelf area, we DO NOT HAVE IT." SNARKY, WITCHY, AND DISMISSIVE. PLUS, VERY EXPENSIVE!!!!!
Go to Menotomy....the guys there are sweet, kind, helpful..and do not IGNORE you! -
Review from Jamie S.
12/28/2009
Nice little beer and wine shop. Dependable but not quite as good beer selection as Menotomy. But, it's a shorter walk and right on the bus line so I'll stop off for a sixer on the way home from time to time.
They do tastings quite often so you can have a few sips o wine while you're shopping. -
Review from Jason J.
Medford, MA
8/5/2010
I love this place. Their selection is decent for such a small store. For beer, selection ranges from the more obscure to a bunch of regional favorites. For wine, there are plenty of choices in mid to upper price points, but not much south of $10. Every few weeks they have a beer or wine tasting, and that is usually when I go hoping to find one of their elusive "Mystery Packs" of beer. For $5 you get a brown bagged six-pack which is always worth it. The staff is always friendly and willing to answer questions or make recommendations.
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Review from M. Deloris D.
Arlington, MA
8/29/2008
Giles, alas. I never visited you while I lived in your 'hood. Once I finally made it in, I was surprised by your selection of sauce friendly noshes, but less than enthused by your customer service (when I walked in, the cashier was asleep behind the counter) and your political leanings--he was listening to an anti Obama radio show (no wonder he was asleep). The wine and beer were reasonably priced and there was a reasonable selection but seriously, political talk radio? It's not for the wine store. Keep that at home and to yourself. 3.5 stars.
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Review from Jason M.
Arlington, MA
10/10/2009
I've been in a few times because of their large selection of craft beers and tastings but today it got even better. Picked up the $5 mystery 6 pack thinking how bad could it be for $5 right? PBR tallboy hipster 6 pack? Wrong! Building 19 and Mardens combined dont have deals like this! Ipswich Ale, Smutty IPA,Peak Organic, Troegs,Newport oktoberfest and a bud made up the delicious mix. Nicely played.
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Review from Terri P.
Boston, MA
10/13/2007
So....happened upon this place with totally new banners after my nail escapade and a great meal (w/ wine of course) at Za. If you have ever been to BRIX in the south end-this is the west suburb version (no affiliation) without the delightful hand made price tags that make life so goddamn easy without the necessary razor removal. I loved it-WIDE selection and hugely knowledgeable staff-...love the wine tasting too. We went with the char we tasted and of course my lovely little bogle petite syrah. What I was surprised about was the fact that they carried quite a few of the smaller vineyards not found at Kappys and the likes. Like Bauers and Brix-gotta love the staff. A lovely new edition to my Saturday routine.
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Review from Adele H.
Oakland, CA
6/17/2010
This Giles is NOT a liquor store or a trashy packy, but a FINE WINE/BEER despensary. This store is a wonderful neighborhood asset complete with friendly vibes, 15 minute parking out front and an extensive craft beer selection. It's very clear that their management is committed to excellence when you peruse the beer cooler, and if they dont have something you want, chances are its a) not available or b) already on its way.
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Review from Jen B.
Somerville, MA
1/16/2010
This is a very friendly place with nice people. They have frequent wine and beer tastings and also have mystery bags of a variety of micro brews for$5 for a six pack. The suspense makes it all worth the trip there:)
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Review from Tim C.
Arlington, MA
1/15/2010
Excellent customer service, great selection, frequent wine and beer tasting events - this place has it all. Staff is very knowledgeable and helpful in wine selection and pairings with food. Stop by and say hi!
