We stopped by this market after shopping nearby for a few hours and on our way to the airport for a…read moredelayed, late night flight. We needed to get something fresh for dinner at the airport and I saw this while searching the area. We were helped by friendly staff at the deli counter who made us a hummus wrap and turkey sandwich to go and I got a pasta salad from their fresh deli salads. I love local markets like this with fresh items and a deli when I travel and I'm so glad we found this. They had my baby's favorite snacks in the toddler section and some delicious grab and go drinks in the cooler as well. They won't have all the things since it's a smaller, boutique market, but quality is here.

Bow Street does it again! I seem to have an uncanny ability to find tastings - and when I thought I…read morewas making a quick stop to get two avocados there was a tasting happening! It was great - the woman from the distributor was perfect. What made it extra memorable was a calligrapher who added messages to each bottle purchased. So yes, instead of 2$ for avocados I have a bottle of 10 year old Basil Hayden bourbon & bottle of tequila aged in a bourbon barrel.

If you like craft beer then this is the place for you. I don't drink beer but my mother and brother…read moredo and they decided to stop by to get some beer. The store was very clean, inviting, and they even have tastings. My mother and brother said their beer was absolutely delicious with their Lobsters. The customer service was great as the staff members guided my mother and brother on what type of beer to get.

If you like craft beer from Maine and beyond you must stop here the next time you're shopping in…read moreFreeport. Huge selection of canned beers and some meads with a knowledgeable owner to guide you. And there's a section where you can make your own mix n match 4 packs. It will be a stop among our favorite stores for now on. Right next door to Beans, in the same building as the Jameson Tavern (great food), and across from Mangy Moose, what's not to love about this location?!

Fabulous selection, easy to get to location with loads of parking, and friendly, knowledgeable…read morestaff make this a reliable business.

Great selection, good customer service, and decent prices. The only decent liquor selection in the…read moreAugusta Area. The new location is so nice and clean, and parking is so much easier!! They even have a tasting area.

Fantastic gourmet shop to grab key things you need for entertaining: wine, cheese, salami, &…read morehousemade dips for your charcuterie, the tastiest crispy chips. Don't miss the frozen case featuring Afterglow ice cream sandwiches made in Maine. People will fight over the Classic sweet cream between brown butter chocolate chip cookies. The restaurant no longer has regular hours. But their Wiener Wednesdays featuring inventive hot dogs, along w/ curated pop-ups are not to be missed. They're really community-minded, so great local stop.

If only I lived closer... I'd be at Vessel & Vine ALL. THE. TIME…read more I've been a huge fan of this wine store for years. It's got so much character, and the people running it are some of the nicest humans ever. I don't think I've ever left without a smile on my face, or without a bottle (or two) of something new and interesting. Their selection is incredible; not just wine, but also vermouths, Campari, and even pasta and bread?! Like, what don't they do? And the vibes??! Perfection. In the winter, it gives a mix of Scandinavia and Spain, and I'm so here for it. Oh, and they have a full wine bar with pours and bites. Just go... you'll thank me later.

Huge selection of beer, wine & spirits. Tried & true brands or local, they have something for you…read more Also collectors editions and unique varieties make excellent gifts! Always fully stocked. Very knowledgeable staff. They offer delivery through Carhop but the selection isn't nearly as much as what they have in store. Convenient location with lots of parking.

Terrible service, very cluttered and the gentleman behind counter from view didn't greet or even…read moreask if I needed help. Boxes all over aisles. Have had bad experience with new owners not very friendly and speaking other than english most the time, but that's minor, just poor service ....will go to Perks or Oakhill beverage in Scarborough from now on, which has a better quality beer selection.

There's something like three dozen breweries just in Portland and the surrounding areas, not to…read moremention the rest of Maine. You could visit a lot of them to sample everything, or you could save time and come here. The selection is equally impressive for their liquors (especially their whiskeys) and their wines. The staff are very helpful too. And if this is your first time here making a significant purchase, you can get a discount with your Yelp check-in as well.

This place has a wonderful selection of liquor. I was looking for a certain bottle of tequila for…read morethe holidays. Every place was out. I tried this out of desperation. The nice clerk told me he was out but would look out back to see if a shipment came in. He came out with the right bottle and told me it's been on hold for someone but they failed to grab it. SCORE!!! then he did something that really made my day. HE CARDED ME!!! I'm pushing 50 so you could just imagine my delight! I asked him if he accepted tips. All kidding aside, hit up this place. They are a gem!

Just to be clear, we did not go on a long drinking weekend in Maine!…read more We did go to Cold River Vodka for a tasting though. Wow! First off, their blueberry vodka (made with Maine Blueberries) may be the best Vodka I've ever had. Their gin, also amazing. Their aged vodka tastes like scotch! The place is fun, the crew is fun! I also learned the origin of English folk drinking Gin and Tonic (it was to help with Malaria)! It is illegal to ship alcohol in the US, so you have to carry it home in your suitcase. I am happy to say all three bottles made it home safely!!!

On our way up Maine this weekend, we decided to visit this vodka distillery we'd passed by on many…read morepast occasions. I'm so glad we stopped in. Vodka and gin are made and bottled right on site here using local Maine potatoes in the process. The entire business and production area is housed in a lovely old building with the distillery operation located on the main level. One flight up finds you in the tasting and salesroom. There was a tour already in progress when we arrived so we went right up to the tasting room where we had the place to ourselves along with the lovely staff person. She poured us tastes of their two signature vodkas: the regular and the blueberry flavored. Along with potatoes, blueberries are another signature Maine crop. Both vodkas were delicious. Normally, I don't think vodka tastes like much of anything and it's more about how smoothly it goes down. The plain vodka had a smooth and subtle flavor to it; very clean, crisp and easy to drink. While I am not very knowledgeable about flavored vodkas what I can tell you is that the blueberry had a lovely natural aroma of fresh blueberries with a hint of their flavor that was not overwhelming. It was subtle and agreeable. We purchased a bottle of the plain vodka; they were out of the blueberry. I turned down a taste of the gin since I don't care for it. I will use the bottle we bought simply to sip or in martinis. It's too good on its own to dilute with anything else and I think should be enjoyed as simply as possible. The tasting room also sells an array t-shirts and baseball hats and other souvenirs emblazoned with the name of the product: Cold River Vodka. On our way out, the tour that had been in progress was over. The tour guide greeted us warmly and offered us our own private tour which was very kind. Seeing all the gleaming equipment along with the huge 1,000 pound sacks of potatoes was quite something. This is a small but impressive operation. What we found here was delicious locally crafted vodka using all local ingredients, especially those Maine potatoes. We're happy we discovered Cold River.

This is a top notch liquor store! They have a plethora of beer, wine, liquor, etc! Both staff…read moremembers checked on my husband and I several times and were extremely knowledgeable about product in the store and local beers/breweries in general! The store is massive but everything is well organized and laid out in a sensible manner!

I agree with all the reviews saying they have a fabulous selection of wines, but I've never…read moreencountered such rude attendants at the cashier. The experience was extremely unpleasant. I was there on a Monday afternoon with my family while on vacation, and unfortunately, the customer service really took away from what could have been a 5-star experience. I'd love for the owner/management to be made aware of this, as hopefully it can help improve the customer experience and address the issue with the staff.

What's not to love about The Vault? It is the most well stocked craft beer and wine shop in the…read morearea and parking is usually available on street outside. When I say the most well stocked, I'm talking about Foundation, Bissell Brothers, Lawson's Finest Liquids, Liquid Riot, you name it and they probably have it. Great sour beer selection as well! They offer Fiore olive oils and vinegars that are available for tasting. As far as wine goes, I can tell you they have a ton to offer and also have some chilled. They have specialty tea, chocolates and coffee too. Incredibly friendly, helpful staff and great prices.

Since I'm not a "how many racks of Bud Light can I buy"-the cheapest kind of girl, I prefer to get…read moremy wine and beer at smaller, more intimate places that are run by folks who are passionate about what they do. That's EXACTLY what you'll find at The Vault, which is such a wonderful, gem in the Lewiston/Auburn area. The owner, Susan, and her staff not only appreciate good wine and beer themselves, but they're incredibly knowledgable about it too. When it comes to my libations, I don't want to be (up)sold on whatever product needs to be moved out. I want to have intelligent conversation with educated folks on what they suggest, why, and have them make recommendations to me about what I might like after I tell them (and they listen with open ears) what it is I personally prefer. And that's part of what The Vault folks offer; they take the time out to get to know you (whether you're a regular or just passing through) so that your experience at their store each and every time you go in is tailored completely around you in that moment and not around whatever retail agenda that might have. Locally craft beers? They do that. Budget-friendly wines? They do that, too. And now they're offering flavorful and unique balsamic vinegars and olive oils, too for both samples and purchasing (although downing a shooter of olive oil is frowned up... The Vault is classier than your average beer and wine store, so don't be one of "those people" [*ahem* like myself] who rolls in and starts taking shots of EVOO like it's going out of style). If you're in the area - even if you're not - and you're looking for something specific, you should talk to Susan and her team. If they can't help you, they'll be able to find someone who can! Also, The Vault frequently hosts wine and beer tastings (something I'm an avid believer in - it's a great way to discover new beverages without spending an exorbitant amount of money on something you may not end up liking), so be sure to check that out as well!

Stop here two days in a row as we were working close by. What an adorable little shop. You can buy…read morelittle trinkets and Maine souvenirs, some groceries, drinks, snacks, then their baked goods. And if you're looking for a bite to eat, go to the back and check their menu out, delicious food! The people that work there a amazing and super friendly! If you're ever in Falmouth, Me., check this place out!!

Town Landing Market is a wonderful gem to have in our neighborhood Wonderful to shop local.read more