One has to be buzzed in as if at a fancy-schmancey jeweler's in Hatton Garden. However, it is…read moreTrafalgar Road bordering on East Greenwich, so I guess I understand their caution. Highlights: Kernel Brewery beers--small selection of IPAs and, if I remember correctly, Pale Ales. Sadly, no Porter... Meantime has a solid presence here! There is Porter and Stout for me. :) Brooklyn Brewery: Lager and Choco Stout. Yum. Ridge: no Lytton Springs or any other red at present, but a Chard, if you're up for it. The store is cosy and attractively filled with wine, beer and spirits. Props to them for stocking a decent assortment of single malts and Elijah Craig, a bourbon I very much enjoy. They need to ditch the "gold" Cuervo as it's rot-gut and stock some El Jimador or Don Julio, if they can. Casadores is my jam, but "I'm not in Kansas anymore, Toto", so I know that shipping over good tequila is super expensive, and, therefore, a financial drag. Jensen, a locally distilled gin, was looking pretty interesting at 27.99 a bottle, but I'm still in love with Sipsmith, so when the bloom is off that rose I'll be checking J out. Having described (maybe not well enough?) what I don't like in a Chard (read: not buttery, not oaked) I was recommended a few different wines that might fit the bill. Sadly, the one I did pick out of those recommended is somewhat oaked and buttery with hints in vanilla. It's an interesting wine, but not the "old world" mineral-like white Burgundy I had hoped for.

A lovely wine and beer shop with an excellent eclectic of both on offer. I visited for the first…read moretime tonight and was warmly received with a tasting of a couple of bottles of red that had been opened. It is always reassuring when the proprietors are willing to let you try before you buy! The wine is arranged by style, making a welcome change from the traditional regional format. This encourages you to move away from tried and tested favourites and into something new. I found a couple of interesting bottles to take home with plenty of others left on the shelves. The beer is hidden around the corner in the shop and appears to be a fast moving regularly changing selection from both the breweries that are nearby (Meantime and Hop Stuff) and those from further afield. Again a selection now sits in the fridge. All of the above points to a good shop. What made it excellent for me was the service. Friendly, informed and engaging - I can't wait to go back already.

The other reviews of this place is pretty accurate, 5 stars for the selection of alchy (in…read moreparticular Absinthe- I was looking for the bottle with Van Gogh's face). The 1 star is for the non-existent customer service. The folks here don't really seem all that interested in helping, and probably don't know Yelp is a thing. Best to just know what you want, walk in, grab it and leave without making them work too much!

So grateful to have met Richard! Such a pleasure, he was extremely kind and helpful. Also great…read morevariety here and ice cold Pims in the fridge

Nice selection, and staff that cares about the wine, and simple foods like the simple grilled…read morecheese with green onion, to go with wine.

I came here the other day in need for some New Zealand wine - it only makes sense to serve wine…read morefrom said location when having a New Zealand themed party at the office ;-) The staff here was super friendly and they helped me get a selection of various different wines. The party in the evening was a big success - both thanks to the New Zealand wine, as well as to the Anzac & Hokey Pokey Biscuits that I had baked the night before (see image of all three items). Today I called Philglas & Swiggot and inquired about Brazilian liquor - Cachaça. (Guess what - we're having a Brazilian-themed Happy Hour at the office ;-). Unfortunately, they don't carry it, but the person on the phone was very helpful nevertheless and pointed me to a shop where I would definitely find Cachaça: at Gerry's in Soho. That's what I call great service, thanks!

Wonderful little, unpretentious wine shop. Great handpicked selection in all price ranges…read more Knowledgeable, helpful proprietor. We are visiting from states, but plan to visit again before we leave!

Though a chain, the friendly helpful service here makes you forget that and just enjoy being in…read morethere. Great wine recommendations and good beer selection for the store size.

This is the place that I visit twice a year to buy a couple of cases of greater, higher-priced wine…read moreto have once and a while. The selection is vast and has wines that none of the other big chain wine stores have. I particularly like their knowledge. I usually put all my trust in the manager and tell them your budget and get them to make a case or two. I have discovered so many amazing wines this way, wines that I continue to return to as well as lay down for a year or three for enjoying later. If you go buy a couple of cases, make sure you do a bit of bartering.

excellent wine merchant with knowledgeable staff. Nice selection of wines at reasonable pricesread more

Spectacularly limited fine wine selection. You'd think it being in Mayfair there would be a decent…read moreselection over £80 a bottle but not here. Major let down - don't come here for fine wines

Fantastic place a block away from the JW Grosvenor House Marriott London. Incredible selection on…read morewines from low to high in price. We briefed Harry on what we liked and our price range and on three visits we were not disappointed with his suggestions. The first two times we tasted several wines but on our third visit we just went with his suggestion. Highly recommended

The name says it all. End of this review…read more Ha ha... I couldn't leave it like that I always have more to say. I love this little store. It is wall to wall alcohol dispensed by a couple of Greek or Middle Eastern (I can't really tell. Ooops!) guys who are always welcoming. The store has the old magical feel of a Diagon Alley wizardry shop. They have an awesome selection of spirits at very reasonable prices. There are also wonderful credit crunch beating deals such as two bottles of wine for £5. My favourite finds are Aperol, awesome Mount Gay rum for £12 and scrumptious Desperado beer. Drinkers Paradise, you are fantastic.

I traveled to London on a quick business trip and hoped to score my beer-loving mister a few brews…read morehe can't find back home. From everything I read, Drinkers Paradise seemed to be THE place in a city where the beer scene hasn't totally caught on yet. But nope, not so much. I admit, it looks really cool to stack your beers against the floor to ceiling windows. And I recognize that London doesn't get all that sunny. But on the day we were there, the sun was beating down, and the bottles were super warm. If my fella has taught me anything about beer, it's that the fastest way to make it go skunky is to leave it in the sun. So unfortunately, though they had lots of the beers I hoped to find, I just couldn't waste the cash.

A sign of what Brixton is becoming; a boutique wine shop next to a charcuterie and cheese salon!…read more That being said, the owner here is very knowledgeable, and will recommend something to you if you're not sure what you want. They sell some great beers too - brands you wouldn't be able to find in your supermarket. You can drink your wine there too; on the table and chairs outside. They sell by the glass too. Lovely place this.

This wine store has a great selection of quality wines and craft beers. The owner was extremely…read moreknowledgeable with his wines and very helpful. He rotates them frequently so they are fresh and the prices are fair too.