Decent, local shop with a good selection of wines, beer and spirits. It's conveniently located at…read moreMinnetonka Blvd and 101. I was looking for a specific wine and finally found it, after a bit of searching, with no help. These guys could definitely improve on their customer service. Whatever, it's convenient and I will be be back when I am in the area and need something.

This place is amazing. Despite not the greatest volume of beer, the breadth of choice is there and…read moreall of it is worth looking at to make sure you don't miss something-truly a wheel of styles available here. Quality local options and they are FRESH! As a hop head I check dates and won't buy aged pales or IPAs. Great options for all styles of beer in 12+, 6, 4, and larger format bottles. The Wine, I've been into wine in and off for 8 years. I didn't have a plan for a bottle, knew my wife wanted a cab or red blend. Was well informed on some American Cabs and eventually lead to a new Portuguese bottle that we will be getting again at a great price point. All in all, great local shop. Expansive wine and beer list, competitively priced, and a selection/rotation that has captured my attention. I literally drive past two other options to shop here for the selection and the knowledge. As an avid homebrewer this is the only place I'll be going on the west side of town because I know I'll find something new, unique, or rare. I haven't even looked at the liquor options yet, so I can't comment there.

This is an upscale Asian fusion gorgeous restaurant with views of the lake. This is a great spot…read morefor date night or special occasion dinners that can seat larger parties. The interior modern and charming with a 4 seasons large patio looking right at the water. They have a bar and high top tables as well. They recently added a great daily happy hour with small bites, cocktails and wines/beers/sake. Definitely try their rotation sake for only $5. We also enjoy their other happy hour cocktails and hand rolls. Food is quality but definitely have smaller portions that are meant to shared! Their tuna is to die for. I also have to always get my favorite frozen lychee cocktail called the Ileana!!! Ugh soo good.

The space is beautiful and has a scenic view of the water. In the summer, you will probably need to…read moreget a reservation. I've eaten here once before for a special event year prior and the food options were better in my opinion. The small plates got even smaller and more expensive. Not sure if the quality was better on things either. I was with 3 others and we all shared plates. chicken karaage was alright. I liked the crispiness was the sauce was nothing extravagant. Truffle Edamame - best thing I had! The only thing craveworthy that I had. Shrimp taco - smelled fishy but tasted better. I was able to split it into 2 since the shells are so small and the filling worked well in the 2 provided. Crispy rice with spicy tuna - this was fun to do but not as good as we were hoping. It was missing something. Shishito peppers- these were large and many had the seeds. Spicier due to this. Wagyu sushi tacos $24 for the tiny things and it looked like ground wagyu... felt like a cash grab. I didn't eat them but my crew ate 2 and didn't want to eat the last one. Chicken fried rice - good size and really gingery. Not my favorite but it was edible. Better value than other items. The sushi felt like Crave and they were teeny tiny. I didn't enjoy the fishiness so I was one and done. (I normally love seafood) Dessert- we split 2.. the churros and the tres leches. The churros needed some sweetness in the mixture as they were bland. I was hoping for a really good churro and these were just ok. The tres leches wasn't traditional and they should change the name to avoid confusion. They have a better happy hour if you sit at the bar. Our server was able to order us some fries. Despite not being in the bar area. Overall, I wouldn't drive out of my way to eat here. The drinks and happy hour, maybe. The cocktail menu was very nice and I tried a few of my friends drinks.

Very nice and unique selection of Italian wine. (e.g. Giulia Chardonnay and many others)…read more Very nice and helpful staff. It's a hidden gem on the west side of Mpls.

We absolutely love our neighborhood wine store - The Wine Shop! The owner is the best and everyone…read morewho works there is super helpful and knowledgeable. You let them know what you are looking for and they always have a bunch of recommendations for you. I give them a price point of what I'm looking for and they never disappoint in giving me a list of different selections. They also offer 20% off when you buy a case. This is awesome because I like to get some of my standards and mixing in some of the wines they recommend too. I love supporting a local business and The Wine Shop makes it so easy to do so because they never disappoint.

Had a dinner date with a friend here and it was so charming. The bartender was great and it is so…read morecute and cozy inside. We ordered off the bar menu which was perfect for sharing. The gnocchi was my favorite! We visited on a Tuesday and it was easy to get a spot at the bar, but really filled up by the time we left. Love that there is easy parking next to the building. We will definitely be back!

We came here for Valentine's dinner and the experience was truly memorable. The interior her is…read moregiving old Hollywood glamour meets 1920s speakeasy. It's the kind of space where you want to get dressed up just to sit in it. Truly one of the most beautifully designed dining rooms in the Twin Cities. The staff was also really helpful when it came to navigating gluten and dairy preferences, which I always appreciate. Good cocktail options and great presentation in nice glassware. The Parker House rolls were the clear table favorite, served with three different spreads that were all worth trying. The Brussels sprouts were divine and the beef tenderloin was good, though the portion felt a little small for the price. The short rib special was amazing, but they weren't able to substitute the potatoes for a gluten free option, which meant the dish came out incomplete at full cost. Our waitress was apologetic and lovely about it, but it's not a great touch for a restaurant that otherwise does a nice job acknowledging dietary needs. The Eloise sundae is an absolute must. Done tableside and completely phenomenal.

The thrill is so gone Had it had it and had it…read moreApply brick to head The first time I went to a Total Wine in the Phoenix metro, I was like a kid in a candy store. So many beers that I had never had before that you could buy in singles. They came up to the Twin Cities a couple years later. Still pretty sweet for awhile. The times they are a changin'. These days, at least half of the shelf space that they used to have for beer is now THC and NA beverages. What they do have for beer almost never rotates and there is way too much emphasis on the local. Total Wine can still be fun if you visit one somewhere that you have never been before to find some new to you beers. The only reason I go them locally anymore is the sheer sake of convenience. Prices are up everywhere, but it doesn't seem like Total Wine has the bargain prices compared to their competition that it used to either.

wide variety of spirits! And we like that. Especially great variety of high-end scotch!read more

Convenient location in downtown Hopkins, the store is small, but well-stocked. Plenty of good beer…read moreto choose from, including special offerings from LTD and Surly. They even have a simple loyalty program with instant discounts - no card or app, all you need is a phone number and every so often you'll get a $5 discount. Staff has always been friendly knowledgeable.

This place has great prices, a good selection, and a casual yet knowledgeable staff.read more

Having taken a few summer trips to the lake, of course alcohol is a key component to the trip! Came…read moreacross this family owned liquor store along the way. I'm always a big fan of supporting local business, and this place definitely deserves it. Kent is one of the nicest owners you'll ever meet and the town is just a gem. The Bottle Shop has always had any alcohol we've needed and at great prices. I highly recommend everyone to stop by here on your way to the lake. You'll be greeted with warm smiles and snag some great prices on booze!

Great prices and a friendly staff. The store is laid out nicely and has an incredible selection…read morealong with helpful employees who are extremely knowledgeable. I have been shopping at this EP Liquor location for over seven years and I am grateful to have this option so close to home.

Brand new city owned Liquor Store with plenty of selection and decent prices…read more This unit opened up in the same strip mall as the previous Eden Prairie Liquor, but this one is bigger and updated. They have a full wall of cold beers, quite a few local 6 pack options, and tons of isles full of wine. They also have top shelf liquor, a wine tasting bar, and accessories if you want to do some shopping. They deal with kegs if you order ahead, and they also have pop, energy drinks, and mixers available. If there is something special you are looking for, just ask the manager and they will get it to you the next time the distributor has a drop off.

I love ma & pa small business. It is a myth that they are higher priced than the big corporate…read morestores and the staff here is far more helpful. Great selection, great staff, local business.

I'd like to fancy myself a wine snob, but let's be real, I can barely tell the difference between a…read moremerlot and a cabernet. They're both red, right? Fortunately, when you drop by Glen Lake Wine and Spirits, it doesn't matter how well versed you are on wines. This little shop has a great wine section - many, many different bottles of vino in varying price ranges. Don't fret, you tennis playing MInnetonka housewives, there's plenty of good vodka, too! The employees at Glen Lake Wine and Spirits are really helpful - recently, I walked in and said, "Hey, I'm going to mull some wine, so I want something cheap, dry, and with a good flavor." The guy behind the counter took me to a $6 bottle and said, "This is your wine." Seriously, it happened just like that. And you know what? It was perfect! Protip: When you're browsing the wine section, look for the tags under the bottles that have the employee faces on them. They're usually priced very well - often on sale - and are really well-described. (e.g. "Figgy taste, smooth finish, pairs well with steak.") These folks have the knowledge to be wine snobs, but they're not. They're just as comfortable telling you about the wide variety of local microbrews that they carry, the strange and exotic vodkas (today I saw a buttered popcorn flavored variety!) and the many other alcohols that they carry. Best yet, you're not going to go broke here. Nothing is over-priced. It's inexpensive, reasonable, and great customer service is always included. What more would you want?