Small but amazing selection, including a row of mead. I found an amazing Nordic mead I tried at a local fave back home (Vikings Blod at the Merry Shelley in Buffalo). Lots of craft beer and wine, including individual cans and small bottles in the fridge to get a treat for Shakespeare in the Park. Helpful service. read more

Hausfrau Haven - Viking Blod - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Somehow, having lived in German Village and been in the area often after that, I never made it here. I assumed it was a gift shop, maybe with tchotchkes and kitchenware, German snacks, German Village souvenirs. I was nearby today and time to kill, so I went in, finally. And: it's a wine shop. It does say "wine and gifts" outside but I figured it leaned towards gifts. And I am not a wine drinker. If I were, it looks like a heckuva good wine shop. There are also plenty of local beers in a cooler. A few gifts, mainly in the form of sarcastic cocktail napkins, drinking accessories, etc. Not my kind of place, but I will be directing "winos" here. read more

Really great wine selection ranging anywhere from inexpensive to some of the higher more expensive wines. I personally find the organization of it easy for finding what you're looking for. I personally have not dealt too much with the staff as I do feel like I am knowledgeable in wine and haven't needed too much in terms of recommendations or finding something. read more

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Lovely selection of wines, with an emphasis on French and California wines. Great homey vibe in the location itself and a helpful / dedicated / passionate staff. While their French, California, Oregon, and Italian wine selection is superb, I do wish they had a larger breadth of Spanish and Argentinian and Chilean options. read more

What more could you want in a wine shop! This is the perfect little cozy place. I want to live here, lol! They have such a wonderful selection of wines and everything is fairly priced. The employees are very helpful and knowledgeable. They actually have a decent amount of wines here that seem really unique and that I've never seen before in regular grocery stores, so I usually try to pick up something new every time I come. They also have a cute little bar in the shop as well so it'd be fun to come for a drink and then take a bottle home with you. If you live in the German Village or anywhere close by you should definitely check this place out and shop local! read more

The people who work here are so knowledgeable, you can walk in and describe what you want and they will give you 5 options with various price points. They are fast, nice and I don't even look myself anymore, I tell them what we are looking for and they give me options and I trust them because they are never wrong! read more

Every wine you'll ever thirst for and a great staff! Thanks for my special orders, Dave.

Really like both parts of this establishment! I'm not knowledgeable about wine, but they had a VERY extensive selection, plus a corner with beer and soda. They have a little wine bar and some tables, where the owner is happy to pour you some to try. She was extremely nice and helpful. Best of all, they have a store cat. There's also a laundromat next door with the same name, so I'm assuming they are owned by the same people. It is a really cute, very retro place, with everything you need in a place to wash your clothes: coin machine, soda machine, sink, tables, benches, reading material, and of course, a scale that gives insight to your personality [for the low cost of 1 cent]. But they don't like when you bring blankets. My friends and I go to OSU but come all the way down there to do our laundry, because it's a really nice place and a fun trip. Wir sind schon Hausfrauen..... read more

Hausfrau Haven - ach, eine Katze! - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Only reason not 5 stars is I wish they stayed open later. Great selection, helpful staff. I'm a member of the wine club and enjoy seeing what I get each month. Wine bar is open on Friday and Saturday and always a good time with excellent service. A must for locals! read more

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Great little wine shop, tons of selection. However, the grey haired gentleman working there must have been having a bad day. When I went to do some research of a few bottles of wine, I noticed there was little cell service. The names of the WiFi suggest that it is for patrons of the shop. I asked if I could have the password, and was given a condescending NO with a giggle along the side, and instantly felt unwelcome. When I asked for help finding Medoc, he said "any of the ones that say Medoc on them." I did not want to buy wine from here after that, but I did because... because wine! read more

I was a little concerned moving from Northern California, only a short drive to Napa and Sonoma, that I wasn't going to have the options for libations to which I've grown accustomed. Hausfrau Haven put my fears to rest. What a great selection of wine and a good selection of local and import beer. The people are kind and helpful there. I find myself making up excuses to go there and get more booze. If you want a good excuse, there's a USPS dropbox right outside the store. read more

I see some folks "don't know what to make" of Hausfrau Haven, one of German Village's main commercial hang-outs. Known to locals for the extent of it's wine selection, it has a good assortment of magazines, funky oddities, and sundries. If you are looking for greeting cards other than the bland collection at your super market, drug store, Hallmark, this is a place NOT inclined to kiss the butt of the American Family Bigotry Brigade. It's beloved by Columbus' elite, sophisticated crowd, many of whom DO drive a distance to enjoy it's welcoming ambience. Strange, isn't it, the way our country has evolved, that we drive a distance for gemütlichkeit! read more

Very unique place! Not only is it a bar, but this small shop sells wines and other goodies! We came here because some friends live in the neighborhood and are regulars. Wine was always filled promptly and they brought our table snacks (popcorn, m&m's). I'd definitely frequent this place if I lived in the area! read more

We came here for wine for wine tasting. We're treated by Julie the owner and Aaron the bartender

Really neat store with a pretty good wine selection. They have a great selection of regions and prices. Some of the wines I saw there I have not seen for sale before in the Columbus area. It's well laid out so it's not hard to find a particular type of wine you're looking for. Yes there are better wine stores in Columbus but this one works just fine for the people of German Village and it's a great place to just stop into if you are going for a walk down there. They have some craft beer but not much. They keep it tucked away in the back in a couple of refrigerators. Even though it is a small selection is it s a decent selection of the popular local stuff like Bell's Oberon. Lots of cool knick knacks if you are looking for gifts for people. The prices for the stuff is a little high but I don't think you're going to find those gifts they sell anywhere else in Columbus. read more

I'm not sure what to think of Hausfrau Haven. Aside from its silly German name, this store is decent -- but a bit strange. They have a great selection of wine and beer. OK, that's cool. Once you wander to the opposite side of the store, you find they carry greeting cards and a few party supplies. Weird. Then there's the selection of kitschy gifts. Weirder. I'm sure this place has its regulars, but I don't know what to make of it. read more

Wine club is awesome, we get to try two new wines each month for about $30/month! Friday night wine bar not to be missed great way to try out some new wines and meet some terrific people. Staff is knowledgable, helpful and friendly. read more

This is my favorite wine shop. The wine selection is a hit! There is a vast range of prices and varietals with hidden vineyard gems. The person picking the wine has excellent taste, you could really walk in blindfolded and pick an excellent bottle. This wine shop also has a bar in it. I have not had the chance to sit down yet, but it looks like fun. They stay open later Friday and Saturday nights, get there before 9pm read more

Hausfrau Haven - Hausfrau Haven - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

This is the only place my husband and I go to buy wine. They allow you to purchase a mix and match case and receive 10% off, something we do at least once a month. They have a great selection of wines, from Crane Lake to much more expensive ( I would not know what they are, since I am limited to only purchasing wine under $20). The people who work there are exceptionally knowledgable and always help us find new wines or have some suggestions for wines under $10. Highly suggested, especially if you want to support a local business and not buy everything from Kroger/Giant Eagle! read more

Attached to the place , runs a laundry, old machinery, disrepair, on the day that I used, 6 machines were dead, insert a note in the cash machine caught my money. The place is infested with insects, and it is very likely walk away with insects in our clothes. I not recommend this place to anyone in Columbus. read more

This place is very dangerous! Today I went there with the intent of getting a birthday card and walked out with two bottles of wine....no card. I already have a stock of greeting cards at home, so I don't know who I was fooling? They have such a good variety of quality spirits and most importantly they gladly keep stock of my favorite: Cantele Primitivo, a hard find in Ohio. If you are a wine enthusiast like I am, proceed with caution and your wallet, because this place is addicting! read more

I love this place! I've been twice on Friday evenings to sample the featured selection of wines at the bar in the back of the shop, and both experiences were nothing short of perfect. The staff are extremely friendly and knowledgeable, the popcorn to accompany your glass(es) of wine is a nice touch, and the atmosphere is relaxed and fun. The wine itself is fabulous- unique and delicious. A must-visit stop in German Village! read more

I recently moved back to the area and made a bee line for German Village and Hausfrau! They have the best cards and it is the most fun store in the area. I was thrilled to see their huge wine selection, my husband and I now have our wine store. So glad to see the landmark store is still there!! read more

If you're bored with what your grocery store carries and want something unique and delicious then this is the place to go. The atmosphere was great as was the customer service. If I lived in the area I'm sure I'd go at least once per week. read more

Very Good selection for wine, pricing is decent, not high but not super low either on the major producers. All of the major wine producing regions are represented, even some of the less well known areas of Cali like Monterey. The guy working when I was there was not particularly knowledgeable nor had he actually tried many of the wines, and despite this he seemed a bit pretentious. Personally I Prefer Wine on High in the Short North area for my wine purchases, but seeing as I moved from Victorian to German Village I'm sure I'll head here for convenience-sake. read more

Amazing wine shop. These guys consistently steer even the most novice of wine drinkers in the right direction when it comes to selecting the perfect bottle for whatever occasion. The wine bar is a blast to sip at when open and the crowd is always an eclectic one. If you are buying beer/wine and are anywhere near Hausfrau Haven, make the trip as you will not regret it. read more

I've found a lot of great gift ideas here! Wine or champagne is always an appropriate thank you to the host or acquaintance you may not know well, but how far do you drive to find something unique or that they haven't already tried? This place has a great assortment of both local and higher-quality bottles, and also the cry-pillow-girls-night bottom shelf stuff with cute labels. The staff exudes a passion for their shop and genuinely cares to help the customers find what they're looking for - though not seeming pushy or arrogant about their expertise. They also have a bar that they open to the public on Fridays and Saturdays for tastings. It's something different and fun to check out down in GV. I've been a couple times on Fridays for an early start to the night, and it's been a good size crowd, not stuffy and if you are actually interested in wine knowledge or want your tinder date to think you are, then it's a perfect time to chat up the staff and show off. It's typically pay by the glass - but they're good pours. Small corkage fee if you pull anything from the shop. Highly recommend! read more

Awesome shop with a great wine selection. Very knowledgeable employees, and a bar inside. A real gem in German village

I'm not much of a wine connoisseur so it was quite a crapshoot to walk in looking for a birthday bottle for a friend of mine. The gentleman there was polite, factual and sensitive to what I was looking for in a gift, and he hooked me up with a deep red french table wine that my friend greatly enjoyed. They have a wide variety of bottles and prices, and there's never really a problem with parking on the street. Wines are organized by sections, and like I said, the staff is quite helpful. read more

I just discovered the haven recently on a Saturday morning stroll, and I decided to pop in and check it out. This place has it going on for for all of my fellow boozers out there. The wine selection here is impressive, and they also have a bar area to accompany the carry out selection. My only complaint is that the beer selection is not as expansive as the wine, however I cannot complain too much because the beers they have in stock are impeccable. read more

I was just on my way to a meeting down on the southside when it became apparent that I had onion breath. I was on 3rd street in German Village and decided to run into this place. Although I live in the neighborhood I have never been, unless you count the time I was being hassled inside the adjacent laundry mat and tried to seek refuge here but it was closed! I always assumed it was just a wine shop and it is with a bunch of other delightful things mixed in. Upon entering I was pleased with the old school deli treats the I am used to seeing in your typical shady bodega in NYC. The counter is full of random throw back gum. I scored a pack of Clark's Teaberry for 25 cents! They also have other coin candy like single servings of swedish fish for a nickel and little bags of chips for under a buck. Since I got my gum quick and on cheap I decided to poke around for awhile. There is a serious stock of wine here at all price levels and from vineyards around the country. In the back there are two coolers of beer. As I was eyeing the Rasputin Imperial Russian the owner came over to tell me that although the beer stock is smaller than the wine they will order anything you like at a competitive price. Nice. Just as I was leaving I realized there was practically an entire store on the other side. The selection is random...a flamingo wine holder? They also have a large stock of greeting cards and gag gifts. As far as a neighborhood wine, beer, and liquor store this place will fulfill all of your needs both practical and whimsical..but probably not worth the trip if you are not a local. read more

As a former wine professional I was delighted to discover Hausfrau Haven. In limited space the owner, Faye I think, has carved out a wonderful selection of bottles with a strong accent on fine reds. You can find almost any area you want and in a price range that is always fair. If you are lucky, you can ask her to take you downstairs to her cave. Amazing. This is THE place to buy wine in Columbus. Don't forget to introduce yourself. read more

Such a wonderful cozy neighborhood establishment. One of my favorites! Good wine and conversation. read more

Verry helpful and knowledgeable staff. The young lady that I spoke with had a very good knowledge of local beers for an out-of-town person. I only wish that I got her name read more

Great selections and great service. I love the bar and hanging out with neighborhood folks.

German Village is so lucky to have Hausfrau Haven as both a wine shop and neighborhood hang out. Julie, Faye, Rick, and Aaron are all fantastic and it's an amazing place to meet new people and enjoy a taste of their featured wines or buy a bottle. The cards and small gifts have saved me numerous trips outside the Village. Love, love, love read more

Pretty empty when I stepped in this chilly Saturday afternoon. However, the atmosphere inside was nothing close to empty. Surrounded by bottles of the finest wine and the charm of this old Village establishment, I felt right at home on my first visit. After a nice greeting from the cashier I headed straight to the back where the beer was (sorry wine enthusiasts, I don't know what I'm doing with grapes). They have a great local selection (Seventh Son, Jackie O's, North High, Mad Tree, and Rhinegeist). I LOVE local brews. They also have a good selection of regional beers including quite a variety of Bell's and a few other Michigan suds. I grabbed a spring seasonal 6 pack and a single stout from Jackie O's and can't wait to try them. The bar on the other side of the wine/beer selection looked almost out of a movie and I can't wait to come back with some friends at a busier time and see what that is like. read more