Michael Towne Wines & Spirits
“This place scores big points for such a knowledgeable staff that points you in the right direction, not necessarily to the highest price!”
“Their prices tend to be a tad higher than other liquor stores, but they have some awesome specials each week and a super friendly staff that help make up for slightly higher prices.”
“The wine selection looked great and Ill be returning to peruse as well (not only do I collect bourbons, but I have about 200 bottles of wine).”
Michael Towne Wines & Spirits
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range Moderate
8 reviews
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Lapin and I come here occasionally when we are in the area. The store is clean and organized. The personnel is always well to help and they offer free tastings. The prices are reasonable for the area. Be sure to join their loyalty program if you plan on visiting often. Lapin is a fan of the Wolffer Dry Rose Cider ($6 for 500ml)
Really good wine/liqour store in Brooklyn Heights for all the major brands of wine. I came here looking for DuBoef's Beaujolais Nouveau and they had it prominently displayed. Staff is very friendly also.
Fine
Service,
Right next to
The subway but
With a Heights convenience mark up to match.
I walked in based off a quick search of stores in the vicinity of my work (who doesnt like an incentive-ized walk on their lunch break?)
Louis greeted me immediately, so I jumped at the opportunity to ask about the BTAC line coming in.. he looked puzzled. Not a good sign from a place that boasts 100+ whiskeys.
I backed up, explained the line, who distributed it, etc… and he took my info. I bought a bottle of the Limited Edition Single Barrel Four Roses as well – pricey, but had some decent reviews and I think in a few years, Four Roses will be jumping in status based on the work theyve been doing lately.. but Ill save my Four Roses soapbox for another review.
Long story short – I peeked into the other areas but was pressed for time. The wine selection looked great and Ill be returning to peruse as well (not only do I collect bourbons, but I have about 200 bottles of wine).
Louis and staff – you keep you promise on calling me for that BTAC line and Ill keep my promise to publicize my love for you.
This place is super convenient to where we live, so that's why I started going there at first. Now, it's just about the only liquor store I'll go to. Their prices tend to be a tad higher than other liquor stores, but they have some awesome specials each week and a super friendly staff that help make up for slightly higher prices. In fact, if you ask them what's on sale or on special, they'll gladly let you know… and, especially if you're flexible on brand, you'll spend less than if you took the train into Manhattan to make your purchases. Note that recently, the owners have started to renovate the place, so you may have to navigate around a little construction… but I have a feeling that the updated aesthetic will make the store even better.
This is my go-to wine shop in the neighborhood. It's conveniently located by the Clark Street 2/3 subway stop and their selection is vast and reasonably priced. Their guys are quite knowledgeable if you need help but I'm a creature of habit and have my favorite under $20 bottles nailed down: the Gascón Malbec, Cusomano Nero d'Avola and NV Lini 910 Lambrusco. If you live in the neighborhood, join their rewards program. This way you won't have to show ID every time you make a purchase, and every now and then, you'll rack up enough points for a free bottle.
This place scores big points for such a knowledgeable staff that points you in the right direction, not necessarily to the highest price! Every time I've gone in, I'm greeted with genuine smiles and an eagerness to help. Their selection is insane – anything you could ever possibly want is there. If they don't have it, you don't need it.
You could seriously walk in there with any request – "I need a white wine that will get me laid tonight!" or "Do you have something that will impress a mother-in-law?" or even "I'd like to buy some cheap swill that will give my friends instant diarrhea" – and you will walk out with exactly what you came there for.
This shop is nice and it is as lovely as the person's that work in the store. The employees made sure that I was in and out quickly with my purcahses. There is a nice guy that offers you a small cup so that you can taste selected wined and it is in a lovely neighborhood.