As state run monopolies go, this is a nice option for three reasons:…read more 1. Well-organized, neat store. Wines are easy to find. 2. Wine-tasting area with helpful staff. 3. Great selection of French wine that is often impossible to find in nearby Ontario.

We were looking for my favourite rum, but we are having bum-luck finding it! What'm I supposed to…read moredo over the holidays without it?! Nothing, I suppose... But we did find out that an LCBO outet in Carleton Place has it, so I guess we'll be taking a little side-trip one day really soon. For the record, this is a smaller shop; the one in the Signature centre is larger. But staff was friendly and helpful.

I don't think giving 2 stars is fair for just because you didn't find your favourite drink. It's a…read moresmall shop with courteous and pleasant staff. They deal with a lot of rude people, thefts and people putting on airs. Now they have random yelpers griping about them.

Went here over lunch to run in and grab some alcohol for the long weekend and pick up some Suzy Q…read moredonuts which are almost right next door (that alone should be an extra star for prime location!). The lady stocking the shelves was super helpful and friendly, which definitely bumped this up from 3 stars to 4. The place is not very big and kind of has a weird layout. I wasn't able to pick up the exact ciders I wanted but I was able to find others I like. I was able to pick up all the 4 different types of beer my roommate wanted though. The lady working the cash was super friendly also, although it might have been nice if she asked me before stacking all 16 tall boys in one bag, it was a little heavy to carry and would have been nice if it was in two bags. Overall, the location has the basics of what you need but probably not some of the more specific things you might be looking to find. The staff is SUPER friendly though which totally makes up for not having the ciders I was looking for.

Please note that Jabulani Vineyards has been sold, and will change hands at the beginning of May,…read morewhen a new vintner will take over operations. I've wanted to go there for years, but never made it. What a shame I didn't go! It's a lovely place - big and inviting, with a lovely outdoor seating area (not today though, with the damp rain and cold). They have an inside area available for wine tastings for weddings. However, there were no tastings planned today, and now that they're closing, likely never again. No bottles are open now that they're closing. To celebrate their closing, Jabulani is offering what is left of their various wines at a discount. This is what enticed us today. I look forward to enjoying the wines we chose, and we wish the owners good luck in their retirement from Jabulani. Also good luck to the new owners, when they take over.

Such a nice place! The vineyard is about half an hour drive from Ottawa. It is owned by a man from…read moreSouth Africa and his wife. They are so nice! Upon arriving, they will give you a menu of their wines. You can select six to try for free. If you want food, you have to buy a bottle (they said it has to do with laws regarding serving food since they are not a restaurant). My favorites were the Frontenac Blanc, the MCM (a red wine on the lighter and fruitier side), and the Rose. This would be a great place to hold an event such as a wedding, but you would need to reserve a year ahead of time. They said they are already booked up for all of 2018!

I don't give out 5 stars easily, but this LCBO is quite possibly the best when it comes to beer…read more With most LCBOs, you're used to seeing a 'beer' wall in the back that is comprised mostly of domestic (Coors, Bud, Blue etc... ) but at the Bells Corners location you'll find so much more and that is quite literally an understatement. The selection of beers is off the charts, they have european, domestic, slavik, asian and a wide selection of local brands. I would guess that this location is probably about 1/5 the size of the downtown Rideau location, but with a much better beer selection. The staff overall is much more knowledgeable about beer, but one employee is deserving of Kudos. Dan is a wiry bearded man with dark hair and a love for beer that outshines most British soccer hooligans. He has taken the time to discuss his love for beer and order me said beers that he thinks i'll love. I live closer to multiple other LCBOs, but if you're looking for a great selection of craft beers and not just Bud or Blue, then i'd suggest you take the time to drive out. I look forward to the day when Dan gets his own store, as I will certainly drive the extra mile.

This LCBO is located in a mall that expanded way faster then expected, several years ago. The mall…read moreand parking lot could really use some attention, but because it's surrounded by a well populated area, and also sits on a busy road. They are not struggling and perhaps therefore don't really feel the need to make any changes. The traffic flow in and out of the mall all seems to run through one set of lights off Kirkwood, which adds to the congestion of the location overall. Once you get inside the store, you are greeted with an average LCBO store, which looks pretty similar to all the other locations. It's a smaller store, but usually has the regular low-end brands in stock, and it's a very convenient stop for those who work or are local to the area as it's also next to a grocery store.

TL;DR/The Short Version: Beer and wine making supplies…read morestore. Lots of inventory. The Long Version: One of my husband's hobbies is to brew his own beer. Am I interested in this? No. Do I even like beer? No. Am I a supportive wife? Yes. We like to do things together, so when he needs some beer brewing supplies, we go to Defalco's together. The store is well stocked. It pretty much has everything a home brewer would need. The warehouse section is dimly lit, but the place where you can brew your own beer (or make your own wine) is brightly lit. So if you don't want to buy all the equipment and just brew it there with their equipment, that's an option. My husband prefers to brew at home though, so our basement has lots of brewing gear, mostly purchased at Defalco's. Staff are pleasant. There's free parking on-site. Review #66 (2025)

This place sells supplies for making home made wine, beer, and cider. They have facilities to make…read morethe above on site but I've never tried that. The staff here is really knowledgeable and friendly. They will set you up with all the materials you need and then it's your job to use them use them, mix them, ferment them, and enjoy them. Don't be afraid of making your own drinks. I have screwed up in the past and made garbage but I've also made some decent drinks. Once you have the equipment, the cost of drinks will be cheaper than store bought. Wine is especially cheaper. Will you impress your sommelier friends? Not likely. Will you be proud of your creation everytime you drink some? I don't know but I am. Go there, ask questions, invest some money and time, and enjoy the fruits of your labour. Make a little hobby with a fun reward. I did and I don't regret it.

This Metro grocery store is in the Convent Glen Plaza. I went here with my mom to pick up a few…read moreitems. The service was good. Staff were helpful and pleasant and the actual Metro store was large and clean, but the plaza that it's in is a bit rundown and looks dated. There's free parking in the plaza parking lot and I did notice that there are A LOT of parking spots. Like more spots than I've ever seen at any grocery store in the suburbs, lol.

Very good service including delivery. No problems with the quality of goods or replacement items…read more Very satisfied. Since I was using on line shopping I cannot discuss ambiance.