For an urban grocery store, this gets the job done. What benefits this location is its proximity to…read morethe Metro and other nearby plazas/shops. Can make for an easy stop to retrieve what you need and be on your way (if you are up for a walk). I came here recently as I was doing a detour home. I needed to hit up a grocery store and was hoping that I would find one soon on the Metro. Once here from the stop I went inside and oriented myself. I had to use the signs to find exactly where things were. I was in here to grab what was needed and not to browse. I wanted to make it as quick of a run and get back home to continue my workday. I was able to accomplish finding everything, then I made my way to the registers. Self checkout seemed to be the way to go here as it was not busy during my visit, and I really don't remember anyone at the other registers. Then that is when something had to go wrong. I scan all my items, put in my reward information, and then the register said I didn't bag an item. I can assure you I did put it in the bagging area robotic ma'am, but you just did not register it. Then I had to wait for the sole employee to make his way to me. I am very much an introvert, and I hate when I am being forced to talk with someone, so this was unneeded for me. As soon as he scanned his badge and got me going, I was on my way.

This is one of my favorite Giant locations in all of the region. It's always fully stocked,…read moresparkling clean, the food is tasty & fresh, staff are friendly & helpful PLUS there's a great clearance section! And there's no need to worry about parking as the garage is free. It's an all-around win when you shop at Giant Food in Potomac Yard.

I had a really good experience when I visited the Total Wine & More at Potomac Yards. I went there…read morelooking for a wine I saw on IG or TikTok (I can't remember). Of course I called first to the location closest to me. They didn't have it. But, they told me the PY location had it. When I arrived, I was able to easily find help in the form of a team member. She walked with me to make sure I found what I was looking for. I also received additional assistance and recommendations from another team member who was very helpful. He provided great information about the wine I was looking for plus some additional recommendations. Although there is a closer TW&M location, I will be returning to this one because of the positive experience. Happy sipping.

Came to this location for a holiday wine tasting class. I'm not a big wine drinker, but the class…read morewas fun and opened my pallet to New. Wines picked up a couple bottles for different holiday events and a good time was had by all.

Reposting my Google review because there aren't very many recent reviews since UnWined's change in…read moreownership in 2025. TLDR: it's a mess and former customers are concerned. The best word I can use to describe my shopping experience at UnWined as of late is "undignified". I question whether the new owner is actually interested in curating an interesting wine and beer selection for both the novice & educated consumer or if she's just using this storefront as a personal playground with no interest in serving the customers of this established business. In the year since the new owner has taken over, I have seen full-time staff members get fired and replaced with 19 year old part-timers, I have seen the most ridiculous events being advertised that have barely anything to do with wine, and I have seen the most unprofessional behavior happening on the store floor that makes me feel like I'm walking on eggshells (e.i. the owner yelling at customers, flipping out about a broken water heater, getting upset over missing shipments). During the weekends, the entire store feels like a circus with the owner's friends peddling their mediocre goods, and shopping for wine in a relaxed way feels nearly impossible...it's hard to do anything when someone named DJ Thunder Bunny is playing her set, someone is selling you their gluten-free bread in front of the French wine section, and there's a dog adoption drive happening all at the same time. A lot of people, including myself, have just stopped shopping here because it's such an uncomfortable experience now. I hope things change, but I'm not feeling particularly optimistic since the owner has only doubled down on the cringey events. Despite all my negative feedback, I want to give a shoutout to Sparlan. He's a delight to talk to!

Dropped by for National Rose Day to enjoy a the tasting. This was my first visit to the shop, but I…read morewill definitely be back. The staff was able to make great suggestions. There were wine options for any price point.

Great spot! Had a HUGE bourbon selection! The 2 employees working were very knowledgeable and…read morehelpful on answer all my questions I had. I will definitely be back

Went to this store today to get some beer. There was only one employee he looked at me funny when I…read morecame in the door and didn't speak. He told me not to park in front of the store and was very rude. I didn't even park in front of the store, I decided to take my business else where and went to Korner liquor store where they know how to treat people

Department of Beer & Wine is a craft beer and wine bottle shop that opened in Alexandria, Virginia…read morein August 2017. It was founded by husband and wife Jeff and Melissa Sapsford and their business partner Stevie Treichel. Jeff previously managed the Sunset Beer Company craft beer shop in Los Angeles and also worked for Norm's Beer and Wine in Vienna (VA). The Sapsfords teamed up with Treichel to open their own bottle shop that focuses on craft beer and small production wines (especially ones that are locally produced). Melissa focuses on the store's gourmet goods program and helps with community outreach programs. The shop opened in the Potomac Yard section of Alexandria to much local acclaim. In February 2025, the partners announced that they would be moving to a new location in the Del Ray section of Alexandria. The reason for the move was to offer expanded parking and to get away from construction which surrounded the original location on Richmond Highway. Department of Beer & Wine closed in March 2025 and reopened at their new location the following November. I recently visited Department of Beer & Wine while I was staying in the DC Metro area for a few days. I was looking for a place that had a good craft beer selection, and Department of Beer & Wine came highly recommended on Yelp. The shop is a little on the smaller side, but nonetheless they have an impressive selection of craft beer and sustainable wines. They even have 20 beer taps so that customers can purchase a crowler of fresh draught beer, cider, and even craft soda. I recently transitioned to a sober lifestyle, and fortunately the shop had a decent selection of non-alcoholic craft beer as well. I ended up picking out a six-pack of "Brevet IPA" by Atlanta-based Halfway Crooks Beer. I wasn't familiar with the beer or the brewery, but it had a good rating on Untappd and I decided to give it a try. I'm glad that I did because it was really refreshing! Department of Beer & Wine is an excellent battle shop and I highly recommend it to any craft beer or wine afficianados who are in the DC Metro area!

Small fortified wine section but extremely good prices and pleasant staff. Parking is in back.read more

Visited this establishment after a friend discovered their wine tasting classes online. We decided…read moreto go to their unfortified Portuguese wine event. It was very nice. We tasted 6 wines and were provided snacks. The staff was extremely knowledgeable and engaging. There was also a discount on all of the wines that we tasted. I will definitely be returning.

We love Planet Wine. The store is always clean and is always friendly staff. Not just friendly,…read moreknowledgeable and a really great selection! Highly recommend them for your wine needs!

We have a couple wine shops within walking distance, but we go out of our way (not that far out,…read morebut enough to warrant a car ride) to support Fern Street Gourmet. FSG is sandwiched between One Good Tern Wild Bird store and Simply Fish restaurant in an odd layout of a strip mall off Quaker and Braddock in Alexandria. They have a vast selection of wines, ports, cheeses, caviar, and breads. What keeps us going back, and a lot of our friends talk about this, too, is that there is not a hint of pretention there. The owners are so very helpful, patient and kind. The prices are also comparable to bigger stores and chains. And, of course, they do generous case discounts. We normally buy cases of the Le Petit Duc La Porte (glad I'm typing it because I can't pronounce it) and we get a better price at Fern Street Gourmet than what they're selling it for at Whole Foods. Off-street parking is almost always available here. I know they do tastings, too, but have never been to one. If you're looking for a nice pairing for a special dinner or holiday meal but don't want to feel looked down upon like in some other wine joints, check out Fern Street. Clare, from Tallula wine bar, works here part-time, too, and really knows her stuff.

I've been going here since before Andy bought it. I was worried about a quality drop, but Andy kept…read moreit up. He's very knowledgeable and gives good advice.

Right across the street from my house! The staff know my face so I really don't have to show…read moreidentification anymore. Lol but sometimes they'll still card. Tells me I have a young face so he needs to make sure. ( trying to keep me coming lol) Prices are good. Always clean and well stocked. If they are missing something they are great with ordering it just for you!

Friendly staff. Decent prices. I will not confirm or deny if I go in there too much but I'm never…read moredisappointed when I do.