Good and convenient place to pick up drinks and snacks in DT Oakland! Owner is very friendly.

My personal experience is that the owner and staff picks their own hours of operation thier prices are overpriced with some thier products they buy in 6pack that labeled not for resale and he double charges No I wouldn't not recommend this small business although he's in a heavy poverty area with senior citizens he still find ways to rip them off read more

Great and kind customer service from Jahir Two doors down from a great pizza spot Beer, wine, liquor choices are enumerable Hard kombucha and craft beer selection fantastic read more

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One of the few liquor stores In downtown Oakland. Just walked there from 17th and broadway.. of course it's closed at 250p on a Thursday... called, no answer, every light in the window and inside the store are on though. Second time this happened read more

Pound for pound, one of the best bodegas in Oakland. Located in between the two Hopscotch spaces, on the same block as Belly, this market serves a mix of people living in Uptown, West Oakland, and interesting characters coming from the Greyhound station. Offering a large liquor, wine, and beer selection given the space; a deal of non-alcoholic drinks; an impressive amount of ice cream and confectioneries; suitable snacks for any tastes; standard groceries from sandwich meats and cheeses, frozen meals, bread, condiments, and hidden above cases and in the corners are other pantry items as well. I generally swing by when waiting for take out from Belly or Plenty, check out their collection of Kumbuchas, some Rap Snacks/Kettle Chips/or the 2 for $1 chip backs, maybe an ice cream, and try not to buy beer when I already have a bunch. What I also like about this place is the owner/manager/man behind the Plexiglas is great to talk to. Super chill, knows everyone in the neighborhood so he has news about what's going on. read more

This is my favorite bodega and has come in handy so many times where I've run out of something like baking soda, can of black beans, or even when I need to grab a snack and something to drink. The owner is always so friendly, warm and accommodating and he always recognizes a familiar face. read more

The kindest, loveliest people own this place. I came in one evening to get a snack and a good beer and the owner unlocked the door for me with a smile after I was too dumb to find the doorbell (it's on the door, not on the adjacent wall). I told them that I had only heard good things about the place and that just made them even kinder. They gave me their card and a free candy bar - best corner store in Oakland. read more

Fleuret's Market & Spirits - a close up of a business card - Grocery Near Me - Oakland, California

In Robert Frost's seminal poem "Mending Wall," we see two sides of the human spirit emerge as two neighbors attempt to repair a wall that divides their respective properties. The repetition of the proverb "good fences make good neighbors" by one of the men indicates one side; then we have the side of the narrator, constantly questioning the need for a wall at all. François Alexandre and his neighborhood convenience store, Fleuret's Market & Spirits, exist as a reminder that "good fences" cause poverty, war, hunger, ignorance, and intolerance. Through hard work, attention to others' needs, and genuine kindness, he has created a vibrant hub of neighborly activity in a neighborhood that otherwise would be severely divided along economic lines. For people that have limited mobility - either mechanically or personally - the area is a bit of a food desert and Alexandre goes out of his way to provide some healthy alternatives to the junk you find in other stores. Likewise, if you ever need something he does not have on hand, just let him know; he's more than happy to make sure he has it the next time you come in! But I'd be surprised, actually, if he doesn't already have it stocked. "Good neighbors" are made by listening to someone else's story, telling yours, and respecting differences rather than fearing them. I'm truly proud to respond to Alexandre's *always* enthusiastic and inviting, "My Brother! How are you today?" by replying, "Very good! Thank you, Brother!" Pro-tip: get some Ben & Jerry's while you're there; it's going to be a hot summer! read more

Since I live right across the street from this market, I had to finally walk in here. This place is alright. It reminds me of any old convenience store in the hood. Everything is expensive and overpriced, but you're paying for the convenience. With a bunch of prior planning, you can easily get everything here at BevMo, Trader Joes, Safeway, Luckys, etc. There really isn't any need to come in here. Do I really want a bag of cheetos that badly to need to walk over here? Do I need to buy singles of beer? I'd rather have my case of drank that I got from Costco. My guess is plenty of folks living around here feel the same way. With the revitalization of the uptown, this store seems out of place. I feel bad for them, maybe they'll change and adapt to accommodate the more yuppie clientele that is gentrifying the area. With that said, Good luck to you, Mr. Alexandre. I hope you find your niche and success. read more

This is a well stocked store they have beer, wine and spirits. They also have frozen items. I went in looking for a bottle of wine. Dave took his time and located several different bottles of Chardonnay. I walked out with 3 bottles of wine and 1 of tequila. Great customer service! read more

If you're anything like me, you're the type that always roots for the underdog; the unappreciated, hardworking victor. After living in this neighborhood for just 3 months, my several interactions with Francois Alexandre have proved that his humble but well-stocked convenience store is the crème de la crème. Whether I need wine, beer, ice cream, toilet paper, hot pockets, lady items, I know Francois Alexandre's got me covered. So much so that he even gave me his business card explaining: "if you ever need anything I don't have, just call me and make a request." 7-11's never provided this kind of service. Be nice to this dude and his family. They're honest, hard-working people who cater to the most mundane and everyday interests with a genuine smile. Shopping experiences like this remind me this is the kind of service Yelp was built to acknowledge. read more

I moved into the neighborhood recently and am pleased to live so close to a great little market. Yes, prices are higher than a grocery store but let's be real, you're paying for the convenience. Pretty good selection and variety for a small space. If you're missing an ingredient, need to pick up something in a pinch, or need a late night snack or soda off hours (open until midnight!) they likely have you covered. Alexandre and his fam are super friendly and hospitable. read more

alexandre's is next to hopscotch. wanted to check out our hopscotch's menu and it's about the same as opening day. (no lines, btw). alexandre's is a typical convenience store except for the upscale pricing. alexandre being in uptown explains the upscale pricing. expect no bargains here, just convenience and friendly service. buy: prohibition beer (5.49+, 6.1%, 22 oz) -nice stout beer. on draught: -beers comparable to bar pricing, pricing in the tip. -figure meter if applicable, or sole wear, still pricey -alternative, drive or stay hungry and sober. read more

Friendly family owned establishment located in heart of "uptown". This store has many selections to your ever needs from ice cream to random house appliances, dry goods, candies and multiple freezers with a diverse alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages selections. read more

Great little store that always seems to be open. Good selection of beer, some wine, and the best selection of non-alcoholic drinks in Oakland (iced teas, juices, and sodas from all geograhies). The owner Francois is said to have run a store on the block for 20 years and he always has a "Hello my friend" or "Hello my neighbor" for you that has made his store a hub in the neighborhood. read more

WARNING stuff here costs about twice as much as it does in pretty much any other convenience store in Oakland! It's also extremely small and cramped and you can't see the price on the register so maybe the guy behind the counter was just making it up but $5.41 for a half pint of Taaka vodka which otherwise cost about $2.50 I think is excessive. read more

I go into this spot like every other day and grab a coke zero or some other incidentals. The cashiers are very friendly and respectful; they have my business. read more

Alexandre's is a nice place to have outside your building. I run over there while cooking if I need something and 9x out of 10 he has it. The prices are inflated but he pays more than Costco or target because he is not buying a truckload of goods. One advantage Alexandre's has is customer service. I've gone over there a little after close and he will let you in to get what you need. He once gave us a bunch of bananas because he said they were going bad. They had no brown on them yet. If you are pinching pennies don't go here. If you need some coffee creamer or a beer or toilet paper and don't wanna drive to emeryville then Alexandre's is what's up. read more

I absolutely love this Market. No matter what my needs are, I can find it here. The father and his son are such great guys, with a neighborhood feel to the store. Whether youre looking for low or high end spirits or wine, groceries or last minute items for a gathering, I can always grab what I need here. He packs so much product into every inch of space that if your eyes miss what your lookong for, all you have to do is ask. read more

Alexandre's is your typical Oakland liquor store: it's cramped but cozy and they've got all of the snacks you need for your cravings, but they lack all of the essentials you need for everyday life. They've got a decent selection of alcohol. I've written my fair share of reviews for liquor stores. I can tell you that the positive aspects that separate Alexandre's from the others are location and staff. The location is ideal because you don't have a mob of bums assaulting you at the exit. It's also conveniently located near downtown. The staff is not at all abrasive, as you would expect from most liquor store employees in Oakland; this is probably a function of their location. Don't go out of your way to get your goodies at Alexandre's, but if you're a neighbour, they'll treat you well. read more

All I wanted was ramen with sriracha and peas. (Seriously, its good). The odds of finding the vegetarian ramen plus the other two places in a place other than the grocery store are never good. Alexandre's came through with a smile and very reasonable price. I've read the reviews that they always have that item that you're looking for and really they do! So glad to have them in my neighborhood. read more

You'll be robbed blind but what is cost of convenience and family friendly atmosphere??

Each time I have come here Alex has been so nice and helpful. Being new to the area he always gives me great advice on restaurants, nightlife, and anything else I ask. He has been in this area for 25 years and really knows why he's talking about. The store is your average convenience store, carrying all that you would expect. Definitely coming back due to great above average service. read more

If you like being overcharged overtaxed And over talked to , Alexander's is the place to be also who needs to see the price getting rang up who needs to calculate how much money they're spending who needs to calculate the amount of items being charged not this customer when I going to Alexanders the fact that I can't see what he's pressing on that register comforts me because I know that his meaningless conversation is really what I'm really there for Alexander you you rock read more