Well, when this place first opened it was hit or miss. But nowadays they seem to have things…read moredialed in. Competent staff and very wide selection of beer, wine, and spirits, and sometimes, the hard to find bottle of bourbon.

I did an on-line order for this wine (see attached photo of 2017 vintage). When I showed up at the…read morestore I noticed that the wine was actually a 2019 vintage. I brought this up the the staffer who went and checked the shelf and came back and told me that this was an un-vintaged wine. I was like WTF? I clearly has a vintage and I bought a 2017. He explained to me that they just sell whatever corporate sends them and that he has no control over what shows up. He was able to change it on the website almost immediately though to 2019. I needed the wine for an event the next day so I had no choice but to take the new vintage. I sent an email to both corporate and the store manager thinking that they would make some amends. The manager called me the next day and politely explained that they have no control over what shows up on the website and that they just shelve what is sent to them by corporate. In addition he explained what was meant by "un-vintaged." Evidently what that means is that they don't stock and store several vintages like they do with some wines and that because corporate doesn't always update what they've been shipped this can sometimes occur. OK, so he talked me down and I guess I was convinced that it wasn't the store's fault. But still I feel like they should have made some monetary amends for the mistake they made as a corporate entity. so, I was gong to leave it along. But today almost a week later I get an email from corporate saying: Hi! Thanks so much for reaching out to Customer Care about this. Per the information from your order 355673938, the La Rioja Alta Vina Ardanza Reserva 2019 is indeed the correct vintage/item purchased on the order. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you. What the actual heck? Did they not even see my original email that VERIFIES that my order was a 2017 vintage. Sheesh, whatever so done with the corporate BS. I will not be returning to this store.

Great customer service, great shipping, and great packing of my item. would recomend to any one.read more

I came in here and asked for a recommendation for a couple bottles of very good wine around $30 a…read morebottle and was sold two of the most disgusting foul bottles of GSM I've ever tasted in my life one of which had a rotten cork. I feel duped.

Great people. Great selection. Great service…read more If you're a spirits lover like me you should leave your credit card at home if you stop in to Blackwell's in San Rafael. I jest but they do have a great selection of rare and sought after whiskeys that will make you the envy of your whiskey drinking friends, when you buy them. Their selection of Irish whiskey is great with the usual suspects in addition to some gems from small producers like Killowen. And they ship...to most of America (check their website) and internationally too!

Had great service a while back with expert help picking a nice whiskey gift for my husband. Great…read moreadvice willingly given without pressure. Thought it would be a great place to visit to pick up some Christmas gifts during weekend shopping. Seem to be closed on a Saturday. I don't understand the retail decision here but I can't be the only one who thinks this is mad during the run up to a major festive holiday when people are looking for gifts and BOOZE!

I like the staff, some are quirky, which can make shopping a fun experience. I returned after a…read moreyear and saw my regular clerk, Melva. Everyone else was new. She had the same winsome vibe. Glad she is still there!

Great service great selection the staff is friendly and knowledgeable with a large section of beer,…read morewine and spirits

10/10 -- I genuinely don't understand why anyone would buy liquor anywhere else…read more I have zero idea why someone would shop for alcohol outside of this store. Truly. It's the cleanest liquor store I've ever stepped into, the staff is consistently lovely, and every single person who works there seems wildly competent -- like you accidentally wandered into a management meeting instead of a retail store. Every time I go in, I leave wondering, "Who is actually the manager here?" because everyone operates with that level of ownership and care. It's rare. Especially in California, where customer service can sometimes feel... optional. Today sealed it for me. There was a woman in front of me who was brand new to wine and planning an event. Instead of rushing her through checkout, one of the staff members walked her through what to serve, how much to buy, what would pair well -- the whole thing. Then he casually mentioned that you can actually request a tasting with their general manager, where they'll open multiple bottles and guide you through them so you feel confident in your picks. Excuse me? Since when does a liquor store offer sommelier-level consulting? Meanwhile, other stores (you know the ones) are charging significantly more for half the service and none of the personality. Here? They'll open a bottle. They'll educate you. They'll never rush you. They're always fully staffed -- like four knowledgeable people on the floor at all times -- and they even offer to load your car. Every. Single. Visit. Who does that anymore? The pricing is equally wild. Buy-one-get-one-for-five-cents promos. Case clear-outs in the center of the store -- today I saw $40 cases of wine that retail for around $20 a bottle. It's almost more affordable than Costco, but without the fluorescent lighting and existential dread. They also price match. They do tastings. Fun activations. Sampling. The selection is massive, but it doesn't feel like a chaotic bulk warehouse. It feels curated. Intentional. Thoughtful. I haven't been to every location, but this one? Impeccable. If I'm buying liquor in California, I'm buying it here. Period. Customer service, pricing, selection -- 10 out of 10 across the board. Would not cheat on this store.

Had a great experience shopping here, Paul is an amazing employee. He was very helpful and…read morefriendly, will definitely be coming back to this location again!!

I love this shop. The prices are very good. The deli is great. But it's the people who make it…read morestand out. They are warm! Think old school. They recognize you. Engage in real conversations about goings on! Go Miriam's daughter. I skip the other places in Kentfield, as a run to the store, go to, because it just feels like the corner store. It's our place to go!!!

My daughter is obsessed with the sandwiches here. Not sure if it's witchcraft or drugs but she's…read moreabsolutely addicted and asks for them daily!

This is a great place to check out if you're looking for wine. They have a pretty extensive…read morecollection; probably one of the more robust I've seen. Additionally nice is that if you're like me and you came looking for hard liquor, they have a fridge full of mixers like juice and soda handy as well.

Absolutely horrendous treatment. I parked my car with plan to visit Walgreens across the street and…read morereturn to buy something at the store. A man came out of the establishment screaming that I need to get off his property. I told you my plans and he said he doesn't care. I said you need to be nicer to people and he told me he doesn't want customers like me. I've never been treated this way by a store manager or worker anywhere. I didn't understand the level of aggression.. I mean if you think I'm abusing your parking lot just say "excuse me this is for my store". Then I'd explain and return to buy something. Rather than that... crazy. Hope this is not indicative or Marin liquor store experiences.. completely over the top.

While not quite the nirvana as the name suggests, Paradise Wine & Spirits can be a wonderful oasis…read morefor your boozy needs. You'll find them in East Corte Madera in a blink-and-you'll-miss-it location (a hop/skip/and jump away from Nugget Market). This liquor store's been a Marin County staple for years. I remember trying to buy beer here with my fake ID in high school over 20 years ago (spoiler alert: it didn't work). This place ain't fancy by any means. You'll pretty much find beer, spirits, candy, snacks, and some random canned food & cleaning products. It's not exactly what I think about when I hear the word "Paradise," but this place always has what you need when you're in a jam, so in a way, I could argue that's quite heavenly. Long review short, this is a solid liquor/convenient store option when you're in Marin. They have plenty of free parking in the front. And I gotta give them props for adhering to all the proper Covid-19 safety guidelines (masks, gloves, and a glass partition between the customer and cashier).

Kind of a funky spot, but then again it is a liquor store.... saved me when I was on my way to a…read moredinner and I didn't want to show up empty handed. Grabbed a bottle of wine and it was a hit at the party! So, thank you for that. If you are in a hurry and need to grab something quick and you happen to be in this neighborhood, stop by.

One of the last honest, independently owned liquor stores in this part of Marin…read more I was on my way to a friend's BBQ in Kentfield and I didn't want to show up empty-handed (after all, my momma taught this boy some manners). Since I didn't want to pay premium price for booze at Woodland's Market (which makes Whole Foods seem cheap), I swung by Colonial Liquors on Sir Francis Drake Blvd. I hadn't been here in 15-20 years. There's plenty of easy/free parking right in front of the store. They had a vast selection of wines & spirits. I wound up purchasing a 750 ML bottle of New Amsterdam Vodka for just $12. Hard to beat that price! I was in and out in less than 3 minutes. The guy behind the counter was helpful and friendly. FYI, they also have a deli (which I can't speak to) and plenty of munchie options (chips, candy, etc.). All in all, this liquor store saved the day. Kentfield is lucky to have it.

Smiling faces behind both the deli counter and cash register, super tasty and well priced…read moresandwiches at the deli, and all the standard items your local liquor store should have. It's also really quick to get in and out of. What more can you ask for from a liquor store?

They sell moldy pastries. Went to return the food and they…read moregave me another moldy one. I do not trust any of the food in here.

Surprisingly nice little mini-mart. Extremely friendly staff. Very clean. And even reasonably clean…read morebathrooms. Picked up four bottles of water for a hike nearby. Glad I didn't have to buy gas here.