Totally unacceptable!!! I called to ask if they had a specific drink available and when I asked…read morewhich flavors they had in the store the guy on the phone said I could come to the store and look myself. I understand businesses have busy times during the day but with the ongoing traffic in gambrills why would I make the drive down without checking first. Unprofessional!!!

They have recently renovated as they expanded their shop to incorporate a vacant space. The space…read morereally helps, though! It's much easier to navigate, and they have more items than before. So, their selection is pretty darn good. The prices are decent, honestly. Everything has gone up lately with inflation being what it is. They are about on track with similar shops in Crofton. The service... it depends on who is working, I guess. The last time we visited, the staff there were pretty cool. The cashier offered my daughter a lollipop as they keep them there for kids. So, no real complaints I guess. I feel like service has gotten better over the years. Overall, it's pretty much what you'd expect from a wine & spirit shop. Great selection, decent prices, good service... just all around solid.

prices not displayed in cooler so you don't know you are being price gouged until you have already…read morebeen rung up at the register. At this point your only option is to make a scene by walking away without paying. Guy behind counter always on phone, no customer service. Not a Crofton-worthy business. Just another over-priced dump.

Public Humiliation! Terrible Experience! Hold Up Alarm!…read more I have been a patron of this store for years. Beverages for family gatherings and gifts are typically purchased from this store as there is a nice selection and, typically, the service and helpfulness of the employees is stellar. However, they have lost my business! While checking out, the cashier, M. Patel, was having a hard time with the credit card machine and ran my card 4-5 times. I politely asked him to confirm my card would not be charged every time he ran it. He apologized quite a few times and said, "I am confused today." I was then informed my card was charged more than once. I asked him to credit the overages. Concerned with his incompetence, as it had taken about 10 minutes for him to ring up the sale (with four other people waiting patiently) I asked for the credit receipt. He asked me why I needed it. Seconds later, he said, "Check her. I think she has a gun." To my surprise, I turned around to see a police officer standing behind me. M. Patel pushed the hold up alarm!! Two other officers entered the store. M. Patel then proceeded to tell the officer to check all the people in the store for guns. The officer responded that he could not search people randomly and violate rights. The officer commented the day before M. Patel pushed the hold up alarm and the police responded. One officer asked for the manager or owner. M. Patel said he is the owner--which is not true. He refused to share the name of the owner, but said his father owns the store. M. Patel is ridiculous and completely inappropriate. I have never had an experience as the one I encountered at this store. It was humiliating and completely unwarranted. What a waste of precious police resources. I hope he has to pay false alarm charges because it is evident he doesn't understand the criticality of pushing the hold up alarm. During the humiliating incident, customers were putting down their soon-to-be purchases and walking out of the store. So, M. Patel clearly created a negative environment and lost business because of his antics. To add to the distress of the situation, my card was still charged more than once.

Awesome wine selection! Prices are great too! Super convenient and had the wine I was looking for!…read moreStaff is very friendly and helped us find a particular wine we needed. Also got to do a wine tasting while we were there!

Friendly and helpful staff. Prices reasonable. Clean store with room to move around. Found what I…read moreneeded. I like this place and will be back.

I love this store. It is so fresh, clean and organized. I love how they have events and liquor and…read morewine tastings. Plus the service is great. You are greeted when you walk-in and asked if there is anything the employees can help you with. That's my type of service. Also they have a loyalty rewards program, how cool is that for a wine & spirits establishment.

Incredible beer selection. Great selection and can't wait to go back to see the rest of the…read moreinventory!

Dishonest people. I do not recommend this institution. They will charge more than double for the…read moresame item at local stores. Do not shot here!!!

Large variety. Nice red wine selection. Friendly staff. Very organized. I will be back. :)read more

I usually can find the Chardonnay that I like here . Prices are reasonable. The service is…read moremediocre.. The store is cluttered and a little junky. When you walk in the owner has pictures of customers who steal from him. This is in poor taste. Give the photos to the police, I don't need to see them. I think that's tacky! Hire security if it's that easy to steal! This is a corner liquor store that caters to the neighborhood. Nothing special that's it, that's all!

This place is huge! They have ceiling high amounts of alcohol. I was impressed. They have every…read morekind of section you can think of and a bunch of drinks I've never even heard of. I went here because someone told me they were cheaper but they weren't. They were average and didn't have the rare stuff I was looking for. I will be back tho.

Great selection here, and there always seems to be a sale on something you're already eyeing. The…read morestaff is friendly and genuinely knowledgeable, they can point you toward solid recommendations and will even special order something for you if it's not on the shelf. They also do occasional tastings, which is a nice perk if you're trying to figure out what to buy. Bonus detail: you can get your bottles engraved here too, which makes for a great gift option. A reliable spot whether you're stocking up or shopping for something special

This location has an impressive selection of wine and spirits. There was a wine tasting going on…read more The cashier was very knowledgeable and came from behind the counter to educate me about tequila and helped me with my selection. The store is large and very well organized. I highly recommend.

Went to rips today and the while the customer service was good (friendly staff & cashiers), there…read moreis definitely a difference in the store (look/options). You should be able to find what you're looking for but something is definitely. Liquor store 3.5/5 Their sandwiches are still pretty good if you go to the deli. 4/5 The interior is pretty tidy without a lot of stuff in the isles which is good when you have a shopping cart.

3/7/26 I stopped by Rip's Wine & Spirits and had a great experience picking up something special --…read moreSable Bourbon, the "Best Man's Bourbon." The staff was welcoming, knowledgeable, and helped me find exactly what I was looking for without any hassle. The store is well-organized, easy to browse, and has a wide selection whether you're looking for everyday bottles or something unique for a celebration. I never felt rushed, and the team made the shopping experience smooth and enjoyable. As for the Sable Bourbon -- excellent choice. Smooth, bold, and perfect for a special occasion toast. It truly lives up to the name "Best Man's Bourbon." If you're in Bowie and need quality spirits with friendly service, Ripps is definitely a go-to spot.