A Perfect Waterfront Spot for Wine and Conversation If you are looking for a laid-back spot with great vibes, The Grape Choice is highly recommended. It's a fantastic wine restaurant that nails the balance between an incredible beverage selection and a relaxing atmosphere. The Menu: They offer a wonderful, curated choice of wines paired with delicious small plates that are perfect for sharing. The Ambiance: The view is absolutely lovely. On a nice day, sitting out on the patio with their live music playing makes for a perfect afternoon or evening. It has a wonderfully welcoming, low-key energy that makes it easy to actually sit back and enjoy a great conversation. The Service & Parking: The staff here is incredibly nice, attentive, and welcoming. For logistics, just note that parking is paid but very convenient--located right across the street. read more

The Grape Choice - Small plate - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Incredible wine selection and views near the water! The Grape Choice is a wine store and wine bar located right at in downtown Kirkland. They feature a massive selection of wines, as a go-to neighborhood spot for finding unique bottles. What's great about here is you can order food from restaurants nearby or bring your own while you enjoy some wine The atmosphere is relaxing, especially if the weather is nice and you can sit out on their outdoor patio right near the water. They host a lot of live music events, and catching a performance during a beautiful sunset makes the experience truly amazing. To round it all out, the staff is very friendly, knowledgeable, and welcoming. I definitely recommend this place! Whether you want to grab a great bottle to go or just sit back, relax, and listen to some live music by the water, it's a must-visit in Kirkland. read more

I highly recommend this wine shop/bar and I loved their live music! All the seats are first come first serve and you can order drinks at the counter inside . I love it for a patio season. read more

The Grape Choice - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Grape Choice is one of the best options on a sunny day in Kirkland. You have your choice of pretty much any wine you could be looking for, and are right on the water in the marina. They recently updated their outdoor furniture, so the seating is much more comfortable. You can get small bites there, but can also order from the many places nearby and eat it there. read more

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This is an amazing place, with weekly wine club meetings, outstanding pours from wineries like Gorman Winery from Snohomish, pouring 4 new releases to their expansive offerings, focusing this time on Italian tradition. The proprietor, Desirae, places "A large focus on getting you the things you can't get just anywhere. " The local Kiwanis even holds recruiting sessions there. The Charcuterie plates are heavenly. The staff is knowledgable and friendly. I have been there many times. read more

What's there not to like here ? Great wine options, good service, charcuterie boards, and LIVE music. Went here with a friend who is a member here. It was a Friday so they had live music. You can purchase bottles and sits with your group. Space is limited so you wanna get there early enough to get a good seat. Charcuterie board is made there with many options to choose from. Wine variety will not disappoint you. Venue is clean and service is awesome. There is ample parking and great restaurants, walking distance if you are still hungry. read more

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There is no more fun place to spend time in Kirkland than at The Grape Choice. The clientele is so welcome and friendly, the staff is beyond wonderful and nothing compares to the incredible events and specials the owner comes up with. The wine choices are endless and the atmosphere beyond! read more

We drove an hour away in traffic to see Pricey Diggs play here. It was our first time, and it was so fun. Meeting new people, enjoying, dancing. Love how we can bring in our own food from one of the places around here. We are not alcohol drinkers, but what's nice is they have non alcoholic selections. The view of Lake Washington is gorgeous especially as the sun goes down on a summer afternoon. Wish this place was closer to our home, but I guess we will come back if someone we really want to see is playing here. Maybe one day my hubby and I will play here. read more

The Grape Choice - Pricey Diggs playing at Grape Choice - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Popped into the Grape Choice to meet an old friend while visiting. The attendant was helpful and patient as we decided what to drink. There was a Corey of seating that allowed us to talk. I asked if they couple. Lower the music so we could chat they obliged, which was appreciated. The Monkey Wrench red is worth a try. Stop in if you want something intimate and causal. read more

The space is very welcoming and extends into a large all-weather patio. The wine selection is extensive, and everyone on staff is exceptionally knowledgeable, which I appreciate. Their recommendations are reliable, and they can find you something awesome at the price point you want. Everyone here is welcoming, too. Come in for a glass (or two), awesome conversation, new friends, and, if you're lucky, some great tunes. read more

I walked into an empty establishment last afternoon and browsed their respectable wine selection. The gentleman behind the counter was more interested in his phone than greeting me and I had to repeat myself numerous times to get my questions answered. Needless to say, a really bad start. When my friend showed up, we ordered wine and despite asking for suggestions, he was unhelpful. The glass of wine he poured me was clearly corked. So clearly, this gentleman was checked out. Over the next hour, the place started to fill up. The ambiance was friendly and laid back. It is clearly a local watering hole and the locals were very friendly. One of the locals was also an ex-employee and she asked about my wine. After smelling the glass, she agreed that it was clearly corked and bad. She quickly wanted to do the right thing but we had already decided to move on. She also described the place as 'Cheers' but with wine. Overall, if the gentleman was more engaged, I would have purchased a few bottles of wine and we would have stayed for a second glass instead of moving onto another established to continue our conversation. Apparently, my experience was not the norm and a number of people that I've spoken with tell me that the place owned by a woman and her husband. Everyone has said that she is awesome! As such, I'll give this place another try and assume that the dude was just having a bad day. read more

Okay...the outdoor space is essential for sunny days! I walked by with a friend, looking for a place to drink some wine, and we decided to try it. You order wine inside and then seat yourself, so it can get busy and hard to find an open spot. I hovered around for like 10 mins and grabbed a table once a group left. They do serve some small cheese plates, but you can order food from other restaurants and eat it on the patio so we ordered Zeeks pizza to eat with our wine. It's super quaint and cozy, and it's right by the water. Summer is coming so keep this place in mind! read more

The Grape Choice - Super cute outdoor space - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

Grape Choice is one of our favorite wine spots I Kirkland. Located right in the marina, it is is great for views and people watching. Many beverage options from wine to bubbles to beer to N/A. You can also shop around for wine to take home. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Their outdoor seating is ideal for those warm summer days, but they do also offer covered outdoor seating and plenty of indoor seating. They often have live music and winery hosted wine tastings. There is something for everyone here. Dog and kid friendly. They have snack boards but you can also bring in your own food (highly recommend ordering a pizza from next door!). read more

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The atmosphere here is perfect for a quiet moment with a glass of wine. Seating outside is lovely and nicely spaced. It's small but perfect. Indoor seats are very limited but cozy. The wine selection is broad and the offerings are delicious! I recommend for a small party of 2-3 and for some delicious wine. read more

Wine bar, club with super friendly staff and a knock your socks off bargain back room. Enjoy lunch on the patio and take a few bottles home. (Beer too) read more

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Super busy on a Wednesday afternoon. Contrary to what the A frame says at the patio entrance, the patio is actually first come first serve seat yourself. I walked inside to be told to find a table first before going inside and ordering. Tried the Rose of Grenache from Simpatico Cellars and a carnivore plate. Plate contents weren't amazing, seemed like offerings I would find at Costco. Rose was wonderful on a hot day. read more

The Grape Choice - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

This place has a lot of pros and cons for me. I always end up going in the nicer months when I can sit outside with my dog because it is a beautiful spot to watch the Kirkland waterfront and there is plenty of seating. There usually is a modest selection to choose from for glass pours and a slightly larger bottle list (with corkage fees). I find that the crowd here is usually a bit older than other places in Kirkland, which isn't a bad thing, just something to consider. I have always felt that it was a little hard to get the staff's attention when I go inside. I definitely wouldn't go on a cold day when I would have to sit inside as it is a bit crowded. Not in love with the selection or ambiance, but I will keep going back as I appreciate the outdoor seating, location, and dog friendliness. read more

This place was a wonderful surprise for my husband and I today. We have recently been trying to upgrade our small liquor cabinet from its current rather boring contents that have been sitting in there for the past two years or so: a half-used bottle of Smirnoff Vodka, cheap prosecco, cheaper raspberry syrup, one bottle of fairly decent chardonnay that I have enjoyed when having a friend or two over, and a couple of uninteresting wines that have sat there unopened for months. This place is gorgeous and classy, with friendly service, friendlier fellow customers, and an impressive selection of wines. There are wines sorted by their country of origin - France, Italy, etc, wines sorted by rarity/uniqueness, wines sorted by white/red, etc. At first, we planned on just buying one bottle of an appealing, rare wine. We picked up a bottle of Piolet 2018 Rose of Grenache, bottled in the nearby city of Snohomish, Washington. Prices were very reasonable, and this bottle of wine was no exception. We felt happy with our wine choice, and we were about to leave satisfied. On our way towards the door, we spotted the sweetest Spaniel dog and another very sweet dog (unsure of the breed - very large dog, dark brown in color, short-to-medium-length fur, floppy ears, and very gentle spirit). The dogs were peacefully resting on the floor. The dogs really added a lot of charm to an already charming environment. Then when we passed a long row of fellow Seahawks fans slightly older than us, the friendly fan on the end of the row said "Hey! Pull up a chair and watch the game with us!" We immediately obliged. There were 3 minutes and 22 seconds left in the 4th quarter, and the Hawks were ahead by ONE point, so it looked like a pretty fun and exciting game to catch the end of. We decided not to open our bottle of wine for the short time left in the game, so I ordered a glass of the house white wine - I'm not a wine connoisseur by any means, but it was literally one of the best wines I've ever tasted. My husband ordered a glass of the house red wine - his wine was called "Secret Squirrel"! Seriously one of the greatest names for a wine that I have ever heard! We really liked the people in this place. They were great. It was a unique experience for us to watch the game in a much more subdued environment than the typical loud and boisterous sports bar. I've had fun watching games at loud and boisterous sports bars before with large groups of friends & acquaintances, but I really enjoyed this different speed today. People still got really into the game (including us :) ), but it was a quieter, more intimate feel. We felt very included right away, and we'd never met anyone there until today. That was a nice experience to have. We really liked everything about our experience there. If we go back there for another Seahawks game, we'll be sure to wear our Hawks clothing. Almost everyone there today was fully decked out in navy, neon green, and/or Hawks-specific attire. One lovely lady was wearing the most amazing neon green ballet flats! Great experience. Highly recommended. read more

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We had a great experience purchasing several bottles. The service was very friendly and knowledgeable. We were very happy with the wines we selected. read more

We stop here occasionally for a glass of wine. Today the three of us sat outside on a sunny Sunday. Wine/food: 4.5. The hummus platter we had with our glasses of red wine was excellent. Everything fresh: hummus, veggies, and pita bread. SERVICE: 4.0. Friendly and prompt. AMBIANCE: 4.5. The outdoor seating on a sunny day looking toward the waterfront is a delight. read more

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Tucked behind Kirkland's downtown marina, it may be overlooked. Cute wine shop, a huge selection, the owner said he liked to support local wineries, especially some little ones. They also have a refrigerated section and a tasting area. I went to the tasting bar, there were about 6 wines- 3 white, 3 red and maybe a special. The tastes ranged from $3-4 and glasses were from $8-11. I said I liked reds- Pinot Noir and Malbec and asked what he recommended I try- he had a Cab from Yakima valley that he said was lighter. Had a glass of that and people watched. There is a menu with standard bar fare- cheese plate, charcuterie, pretzels... This place has been around for over 20yrs, so it has its regulars. I personally loved that. The owner was busy putting stuff away, but was helpful when I had questions and gave me this winery guide when I asked about wineries in a certain WA region- score! Some of the regulars happen to be their two adorable dogs! So it is pet friendly. read more

The Grape Choice - glass of Yakima valley Cabernet Sauvignon - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Kirkland, Washington

I have visited here twice in the past year. They do have a great selection of wine. Totally love it! Their beer selection is also great but not super extensive. But of course I understand you cannot compare this place with grocery store that carries almost all brands of beer. I did not have much of interaction with its staff so I cannot comment as much. They seem nice, though. read more

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A very solid place for decent wines for both white and red. The owner is formative, attentive and friendly. He suggests that for new wine drinker, You should come here on Weds for wine maker tasting Bonus: 1. you can enjoy free live orchestra music on Sunday afternoon from a local band. They practice their music there every week. 2. You will be greeted with a very friendly fury staff. Their dog is super cute ;) read more

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Bought a few bottles for our vacation here and they were very helpful and had excellent selections of wines. Both local and international.

When we walked in we were welcomed by two gold retrievers! This was one of the best parts about our visit. The Rose was perfect. Small bar/tasting area but a very good selection of wines from all over the world. From what I can tell the folks that hangout here are regulars and close nit. Not really the best place for out of towners. read more

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Grape Choice is a great place to go to a wine tasting, meet a friend for a glass of wine or just browse their great wine selection!

Run to this wine shop. They have the best selection of wines I've ever seen in one shop. Great selections from every region and country. They pour wonderful selections by the glass. A huge bonus, they have a great selection of beers for those who don't or want to drink wine. If you're lucky the sweetest dogs will greet you. One of them is named Rhône. I am having so much fun here. Today they are playing party country music. I highly recommend you put this place on your list. read more

Largest liquor store I have ever seen. Friendly service and unbelievably selection, place to go for your liquor needs!

I love the events that the Grape hosts...Saturday's concert of Marilyn & the G-Strings was so much fun. Dog friendly and great place to visit with friends and drink & buy some great wine. read more

These guys have given off a great vibe one way or another for quite a while now. It's always been abundantly clear that they're doing cool things and they're doing them all the way right, but I had never actually come in and plunked down my money (or anyone else's) until last night. First off, this place situates itself well, apart a bit from the madding crowd. It's got a great Lake Washington view, and it's strung right in along the whole Marina waterfront. But it doesn't play host to the chattering hordes that you see up at The Slip (speaking of...wasn't it not too long ago that The Slip was a place for a *quiet* drink? Am I misremembering this altogether?). It's down on ground level on the edge of the parking lot, with a recessed patio where you can sit and sip. Foremost, though, this place is a wine store. It's decorated like a nice wine cellar, which gives its merchandising approach some real balance. You certainly can't hope to court sufficient business in this part of the 425 without acknowledging the upscale demographic, but you don't want to just mindlessly spend money decorating the store. That will make some people wonder how much of the sticker price is for the wine, and how much is for your furniture. So they strike the perfect balance by stacking up wooden wine cases and other things you see in wine cellars in tony homes. Mostly stuff that seems like something you would get with a purchase at a winery you frequent. It gives the store some dimension and presence without distracting from the wine. And, man, there's a lot of wine. Beautifully laid out, almost all of it interesting. If you really like, you can see a couple box wines on the floor in a corner here and there, but there are tons of fantastic things, and tons more things that must be fantastic but I'd never heard of them, and have forgotten all the names already. I've always heard that these guys do a great job hosting tastings, and I've been to a homebrew club meeting here in their upstairs tasting room, which is really nice. Just like downstairs, it's a great balance of informality and seriousness of intent in a fairly relaxed and unpretentious setting. It was so cool of them to open the upstairs to us, and I've always wanted to come back as a customer. Glad I finally did. They have an ongoing program of wines by the glass, which appear to rotate now and then. Tried a couple things last night which were both overly sweet for the style (priorat and prosecco). That's probably a well-considered business decision on their part, though. Likely they sell a number of glasses of wine to people who just want something yummy. If I understood him correctly, though, they will uncork anything that catches your eye and pour it for you. You can drink inside, or out on the patio. Inside, you get the company of the affable host of the proceedings, as well as Akita the wooly hound. Outside, you get a little oasis of calm in the middle of Kirkland's nattering waterfront scene. There's a restaurant next door that offers table service to the patio, which is a great touch. There's also a neighborhood psychic with a flair for guerrilla marketing, if the business card left under my windshield wiper is any indication. Other than the occasional trivia night at the Wilde Rover, this section of Kirkland has a pretty hard time justifying (for me) its traffic and parking hassles. But if and when it happens not to be crowded (i.e., if it's not a gorgeous summer night), you could certainly do worse than a glass of wine at the Grape Choice. read more

So glad to have discovered this place! TONS of excellent choices in wines from all over and at all price points. Plus, they have rotating wines you can sip on in store and they even have the football games on! Staff here is super friendly and the place is nice and cozy. Certainly a great find and recommended. They have indoor and outdoor seating as well. read more

This is one of the best wine stores/ bars on the Eastside.. hands down!!! Best selection and service!!

Love this place, the view of the marina is great from their little patio and they have great wines by the glass and bottle to try while seated. read more

We love the Grape Choice. A perfect weekend spot to grab a bottle of wine and people watch! Our kids enjoy joining us and we often order pizza next door which they allow us to eat there. read more

Good selection of wine in a convenient spot in Kirkland. I stopped by over the holidays to find a bottle of petit syrah. The gentleman behind the counter led me to the few he had and I found one that fit my needs. My mom was with me, and while I was paying, the two of them got into a discussion about red blends--he was really patient and knowledgable. I know I'll be back, a and so will my mom. The good: nice selection. The bad: can be a bit pricey, depending on what you're looking for. However, the selection across varietals, sizes, years, and prices is pretty fantastic. read more

One of the few places in Kirkland with an outside patio and a lake view! Right next to Marina Park, this little gem is a good one! Wines by the glass are thoughtfully selected and the bottle prices are not discouraging either. Order a small plate or an artisan Pizza from next door. read more

Fantastic little wine spot! If your in the mood to do some wine tasting, or even just feel like buying a bottle, sitting outside and chatting with friend, this is the place for you. Wine selection is fantastic, the staff was wonderful. You can bring your dog with you and your own food and just enjoy some lovely wine. Well priced. I would recommend checking this out. As for Prices, it depends on the wine, they have glasses for $7 or you can buy a bottle ranging a lot of different prices. Great place! read more

Like this place because its all about popping wine bottles and hanging with friends outside. Prices are reasonable. Same crowd it seems but relaxing chill. I'd say mostly 40-50 year old who LOVE their wine. Check it out. read more

Popped in here on Saturday night for wine and apps. It's a bit hidden behind marina park, and has a lovely little patio area. Unfortunately, no tables were available outside except for a barrel with a few uncomfortable bar stools, so we settled for a table inside. You order at the bar and the glass selections were all reasonably priced. read more

Great wine selections for gift giving or for hosting. The best part is I get to taste from the wine selections before purchasing the perfect bottle. Great prices. For a fun summer afternoon sit outside with a glass of wine during a summer festival and order Italian from the restaurant next door read more