Horrible customer service. The proprietor of the shop was extremely rude and started yelling when I confronted him about a mega millions lottery ticket misunderstanding. I had previously purchased tickets from them before with no issue from other workers. But this person misunderstood the request and blamed me for not asking for tickets the right way. He started yelling and became increasingly more agitated causing a scene. Saying he's tired of people asking for the wrong thing. Don't waste your time coming to this establishment. Which is a shame because the other employees are very friendly. read more

I found the name & storefront a little misleading. It led me to believe it was going to carry a large selection of wines and specialty spirits. Maybe that's just me? But it turns out to be more like a standard liquor store. The selection of wine is not very extensive and is a little pricey. I actually didn't see anything that I liked when I went in, but I'm a bit of a 'wine snob'. Saw a lot of brands that I recognize from regular grocers, priced a bit higher here. Same with the liquor selection - I see the basics, but nothing special, and it's pricier than the grocery stores by a few dollars per bottle. They also have lotto, cigarettes, and a limited snack selection. Not sure why they're bothering with snacks at all, given that they are steps away from Chevron which has an extensive snack shop inside. I guess I just find the whole concept of this place very confusing - not sure what to make of it.. Hopefully they'll be able to improve their selection after awhile, because really that would be the only advantage this place has over going to a grocery store. read more

Melrose Wine & Spirits - Storefront - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Vista, California

Went in to look at the liquor selection. The man behind the counter was bizarrely hostile for no reason. Avoid this place. Small trash liquor store with high prices and an unfriendly staff. read more

Tried to bait and switch a tequila that was less than half what I paid through DoorDash. Avoid at all costs.

Here we go. Their ATM only gives amounts in $20s. So I had to wait between transactions. I received a text and answered it before I did my second transaction and when I looked up the machine was blinking red barring me from using it. As I approached the counter to wait in line I heard a customer comment to the man at the register that he was "just doing his job." The second person seemed to be in on this conversation giving him an empathic nod. I was trying really hard not to be paranoid, but I believe before I walked into the store he had called on the ATM to be shut down because my behavior came off as sketchy standing in front of it too long. I realize I'm wearing sweat pants, a hoodie, and baggy clothes today, and may come off of suspicious but there was quite the energy that everyone in the store was in on it but me. Anyway his demeanor changed entirely from friendly to apprehensive and aggressive once I reached the counter and I asked if they offered cash back, and he told me yes but I'd have to buy something and he looked down at me with such suspicion and attitude. I asked him if I had done something wrong by standing outside of it too long and he smirked and shrugged - I equate to to being gaslighted. I said no thanks and left and as I did I heard another man say "I don't blame you brother, some people." Suffice it to say I was profiled for no reason and proceeded to be gaslighted by the man working the register & unfortunately the customers who must have witnessed him shutting down the ATM. Would it shock you to know I drove by 5 minutes later and suddenly the machine is working? If I'm not being profiled, this may be a scam from the store where folks can only get out $20 increments at a time and are then FORCED to purchase something from their store in order to get the cash back they need for their full transaction. Regardless there's something seriously suspicious and sketchy going on at this store. Don't waste your time or money unless you want to be treated like an idiot. read more

This is one of the most convenient liquor stores I've been too. Craft beers are featured, wine inventory is deep and prices are fair. Location is prime and service at this store better than I thought it would be considering it's just a store. It is super clean, welcoming and organized Definitely go there if In need of alcohol, tobacco, &snacks etc. read more

Melrose Wine & Spirits - Very clean and organized store - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Vista, California

I love Sam!! He is so helpful and nice and truly takes the time to help out his customers!! On a side note, they help out local companies as they sell Carlsbad's TrustMe vodka too!! read more

One of the nicest stores (of any kind) I've been in Ia while. There was a great selection that was very well organized and easy to navigate. This will be my place to buy alcohol from now on. read more

What a great little stop 'n shop this is! All the beer, wine, and whisky, ..you can drink. I really scored! A hooker, Jessica W., always hangs out by the Chevon. So it's like a stop 'n go, Baby! Check it out! read more

We have been coming to this liquor store for a while out of convenience. It was always WAY more expensive than any other spots, but hey, it was close to home. As of our last two visits we have decided that we won't return. The prices are just too outrageous and the service has continually declined. We'll drive the extra mile to the grocery store from now on. read more

I purchased Modern Times and Jacked Up 4 packs and one Cutwater Rum Mint Mojito 4 pack. The total was 43 dollars and change. I asked for a receipt because the total seemed so high and received a non itemized receipt. I didn't bother to question the total but when I got home, I realized the Modern Times and Jacked Up 4 packs totaled $25 before tax. The Cutwater didn't have a price tag. I told my gf what I paid. She happened to be at Target and there the Cutwater was $8. Unless they charge twenty something at the liquor store, I was ripped off my the guy behind the counter. This all went down around 5 on Friday, 03-05, after 5:00. read more

Husband ordered liquor here via DoorDash. The man behind the register tried to give him a different bottle than what he ordered, a much cheaper one and argued that it was the same when it clearly wasn't. Had to resort to complaining to DoorDash which thankfully gave him credit for the order. This place is slimy! read more

Picked up some take out from the Mexican restaurant two doors down and grabbed a canned soda from this location to take back to work. $1.25 for a 16 oz Diet Coke that tasted terrible. Only took two sips and then realized it expired on January 26, 2016. I will say the store looked nice and clean and seemed to have tons of beer, mixed alcohol drinks, hard ciders and wine. read more

I waltz in yesterday with a thirst for stout. I ask the short clerk if they have single bottles of Woot Stout and he goes, "Only got 4-packs here, best you leave." WOW. What a welcome. Then there's this old geezer behind the counter who makes a flicking motion with his wrist, flicking at me to leave the store since I'm obviously not going to purchase the 4-pack. If I were you, I'd avoid this place like the plague, not only for their poor selection but crummy customer service. read more

Prices are really high for small bottles of liquor. Not a big selection at all. You can find better prices and more of selection 2 miles away on shadowridge drive. Won't come back here. read more

pretty bad selection. More like a low-class liquor store. Touts itself as a wine store but it is not. Your best bet is BevMo further down on Melrose. read more