Bin 604

We attended their yearly Laphroaig tasting here. Wonderful staff and even more wonderful Scotch.
Perusing the selection, they certainly tend toward the unusual — you’ll find some interesting and unfamiliar wines here. Ask the staff — they are knowledgeable and helpful, and will make sure you leave happy.

Knowledgeable, pleasant staff. Spot on with recommendations.

For those who would like to expand their wine tasting palates, Bin 604 offers classes on how to properly taste wines and learn how to pair wines with food items. Located next door to Whole Food’s it’s a quaint store with a diverse array of wines to choose from.
From the most amateur to trained palate, you’ll be at ease with the staff working here to help you with background information on your selections.
Check their website or call to sign up for future wine tasting events. Some are offered at a nominal charge.

Wine places are wine places — at some level, they tend to boil down to a repository of expensive alcohol. Bin 604 exceeded my expectations by being more than that: it genuinely has excellent service and knowledgeable staff, leading to excellent wine choices/​pairings, even when they don’t have the wine you’re looking for.
My particular experience was simple: I walked in looking for one of a list of 10 different wines. They had none — a disappointment, but quickly mitigated by a recommendation of an equally excellent wine within the same price range (a 2008 Marchesi Mazzei ‘Philip’ Rosso Toscana, which was phenomenal). No complaints here.
I strongly recommend going here after a trip for ingredients to Whole Foods (which is next door). If you’re making the effort to get your raw ingredients from Whole Foods, then this place is well worth the effort.

One of the best wine tasting classes I’ve ever participated! They offered a beautiful cheese selection from whole foods and the explanations were deep and simple. I simply love this place and the staff is well informed!!!

I am a restaurateur and wine maker… Maryland born… live in SF. Worked in Napa for years.
This is the only place I buy wine in Baltimore… when here for the holidays.
To me, wine shops are like art galleries… I recognize many of the artists they are representing and likewise, I appreciate that they always have a little tasting going on.
I just spent a few weeks in the Willamette Valley and was blown away that they had the Ponzi Pinot Gris… just buy it… your holiday guests will be blown away. Had they had the Ponzi 05′ reserve Pinot Noir my jaw would have dropped.
Right now, I am drinking the G.D. Vajra Langhe Rosso… and I am OMG on every sip. All of the employees were familiar with the wine and for $ 16…you are tasting what would cost you $ 60 I love Langhe… and if you are not familiar… look it up for your new favorite «value» Piedmont… declassified 100% Nebbiolo or Nebbiolo blended with Barbera of possibly Dolcetto. What else do they grow there for reds… send me a message.
All in all… a great experience every time I’ve stopped in. I walked 20 blocks to get there and it was worth the hike…

After picking up scallops for dinner I recently stopped in here for my first time. I wanted a reasonably cheap bottle of wine (around 10 – 12 dollars) to pair with it, didn’t have a lot of time — and was willing to grab something off the bargain table, could I find one. Considering the neighborhood, I didn’t have my hopes up for such a request.
As I walked into a very neat, well kept store, I was immediately greeted by the staff and asked if they could help. I wish I had gotten his name to give him credit, but he directed me away from the bottle I was looking at, to a much better option at the same price. When I decided he had made a good recommendation, he put the bottle back on the shelf, and ran to the back to get me a cold bottle.
I’m sure there is a large range of prices here — from absurd to cheap. I also recognize that the price is a tad higher than a corner store, but I’ll gladly pay an extra dollar or so for the quality staff, recommendations and pleasant experience. That said, I’m not even sure I did end up paying extra (thus the five star review).
Last night, I opened cold bottle and it was a perfect pair for the scallops. At 12 dollars, they really met my need here. Bravo.

I was staying at the Marriott Waterfront in Baltimore on a business trip and stopped by here to on my way to pick up pizza from Isabella’s (amazing by the way). The shop resembles an actual wine cellar and feels very cozy. I wish I had spent more time looking around and maybe sampled some wines but I was short on time as I had already called in my order and wanted to pick it up and get back to the hotel before it got cold.
When I walked in I was greeted by an employee (maybe the manager?) who asked if I was looking for something particular. I told him I was on my way to pick up a pizza and he said he had the perfect wine. I immediately felt confident that he knew what he was talking about and instantly fell in love with the bottle itself. I know that’s not a legitimate reason to buy a bottle of wine but it was so cute! It was called Cantina Zaccagnini and is a dry red wine. The price was a little higher than I would normally spend ($ 18.99) on a bottle but since I was there on business I was planning to expense it.
Suffice it to say, I really enjoyed this wine and it paired wonderfully with my pepperoni pizza. I appreciated the quick service and feel bad that I didn’t give him a chance to explain more about the wine. I will definitely come back here the next time I am in town.

I’ll admit right up front that I am a price sensitive consumer. By that I mean I don’t want to pay a penny more for something than the market says it’s worth, but I do enjoy the finer things in life and will regularly buy an upgraded brand on the things I like. Ex: I will pay more to eat at an amazing chef’s restaurant and would rather die than eat at a chain, even if it is a high end chain (I’m talking about you, Bonefish!).
That out the way, my rating is based on the fact that I think Bin 604’s prices are too high for the wines that they sell. I’d actually give them a 3.5 if possible.
They do, however have many things going for them which support the pricing. It is a very beautiful, and dare I say sexy space. They also have EXCELLENT employees. The service definitely makes the pricing tolerable. I walked in and said I’d like a bottle of red to take to a friend’s boat to watch the fireworks. The guy helped me pick the perfect wine. He literally pointed out to me how each of his 3 suggestions were good for drinking wo food. I truly appreciate that kind of knowledge. In my mind it’s like paying hundreds of dollars to change the oil in your BMW at the dealer. There is nothing like pulling in and having BMW level customer service even if the same actual service costs exponentially less at the jiffy lube for my Honda (I’ve had both and it is HARD going backwards — trust me!), but I sorta hinted that I’m a bit cheap :)
So, I would go there when I need an expert to help me pick a fancy wine, but for my tried and trues, I’d go to one of my other regular wine shops.

Centrally located wine store in harbor east. The staff is helpful and know their stuff. I wanted a sweet red wine and they had exactly what I wanted but it was kind of pricey. I always come here and will always go back!

The people here are very friendly and really knowledgeable about what they have in stock and make great suggestions for your price range or food pairings. It’s nice to get away from the mass produced cheap stuff (even though some of that is still good and a bargain) and go to more interesting brands at all levels. They keep under-​priced bottles, so you can easily find 90pts for $ 10 – 15. I also just bought a case of mixed wines for $ 99, that they will deliver (in the city).
It has a great cozy wine cellar feel. They always have a trio ready for tasting; just a shot for the road!
I can’t even pass up going in when I have to go to Whole Foods next door!

This place is great… they constantly surprise and exceed expectations. Sam knows what my wife and I enjoy and makes splendid recommendations that keep us coming back.
However my last visit was above and beyond… with a quick email asking for help for a Mother’s Day gift, he was not only spot on with the wine choice but also offered to run to the neighboring grocery store and grab some chocolate to fill in the treat!
Great selection of wines and even better customer service!

This is a great venue with a wide variety of wines and knowledgeable staff members. On occasion, they’ve been able to get things in for me that they didn’t have in stock or carry in the normal course of business. The store is classy and has good service and is generally my go-​to venue for wine and spirit purchases.

Bin 604 offers private wine tasting events in their store for you to schedule with them anytime during the hours they are open. And let me tell you, they are wonderful hosts and I was blown away by how special they make the space for you and your group!
I planned a friends surprise bachelorette party, we all live in the city, and I wanted to do something fun, casual, and different. I came across Bin 604 in my searches. I emailed them and they promptly emailed back. I liked what I heard from them and went in to see the space and speak with them more about it.
Basically, the store has a small and beautiful sectioned off area in the center of the store, it has room dividers in the corners so it doesn’t feel awkward like your in the middle of a store, you kind of feel like you are in a fancy wine cellar! I love the space and I was told they will provide hor d’oeuvres (including bread from Pazo. sold!) and we will get 6 bottles of wine for the 2 hour event. For $ 30 a person, plus tax and plus a $ 40 attendant fee, it was a great price!
I found out a few girls that were invited were pregnant, I asked Bin 604 if they would offer a discounted wine tasting rate for them (since they obviously will not be drinking), they said it would be discounted and they will provide some sparkling juices or something like that from Whole Foods, which is conveniently next door for them. I was so happy with the way they were willing to accommodate for us!
Patrick (who I made the arrangements with) was very nice, and very willing to answer questions and concerns, he even told us we could bring decorations and cake, or whatever we wanted, except of course they typical bachelorette accessory (if you catch my drift) was not allowed since the store is still open during the event (bummer, but we kept it classy).
Anyway, the event was flawless, and the bachelorette was so surprised and it was great for all the girls to meet and chat before the rest of the night! Exactly what I wanted when I was planning something fun and classy!
Highly recommend for their private wine tasting events!

This is a nice cozy spot between whole foods and Mac. They have an awesome selection of organic wines. Some beer and liquor is available too. They carry all kinds of wines so prices vary depending on your taste or your wallet. Check their website for events and wine tastings scheduled.

Bin 604 is the crowning jewel in the crown of wine stores and places to shop in Baltimore. Never felt pressured. Walked out with two very nice bottles for a good price. Associate knew what she was talking about. Will be back soon.

I love the lighting in this wine store because you feel so welcome. They carry a large assortment of wines and have a little section up front for bargain wines. There’s also a small selection of beers in the front. Prices are reasonable.

Went to a WONDERFUL wine tasting here on a Thursday night! The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, and very knowledgeable about wine.
If you go to a wine tasting and buy a wine, you get a discount! I think it was 15% but I’m not sure.
I also went to their complementary tasting when the beaujolais nouveau came in… a very cool opportunity!
I will definitely be coming back to this place in the spring, even though campus is a bit far away. They have a great selection of wine. The owners of Bin604 (Tony Foreman and Cindy Wolf) also are also the restaurateurs of Pazo, Petite Louis, and the Charleston! So if you’ve been to ANY of these wonderful Baltimore restaurants, you know you’re entering a high-​quality institution.

As others have pointed out Maryland’s dumb liquor laws mean that Whole Foods can’t sell wine, but Bin 604 is conveniently located right next to them so you can get your shopping done in one place. It’s not a huge store but the selection is quite good considering their size. One thing that does make Bin 604 stand out is the level of service. I’m fairly clueless when it comes to wine and the staff has always been wonderful about helping me pick out bottles that are tasty and a good value.

I’m not a wine drinker but, since I work in the area, an occassion or four has called for a quick run to the BIN to pick up some goods for an event or even a hard day at work where I may want to start chugging in my car in the parking lot (joking, joking). Either way, Bin 604 has served its purpose for «round the work way» convenience for me. Although I cannot taste the difference between a 20 year old and a 20 month old bottle of wine, I still feel confident in saying that the heavy variety in brands and types of wine should be enough to satisfy the thirst of any wine enthusiast… that is unless you are one of those types that swirl & sniff wine glasses like it’s going out of style and go to restaurants ordering dishes that come out the kitchen engulfed in flames & washing it down with $ 1200 bottles of wine that come labelled with a guarantee that it was allowed to breathe for some odd minutes & seconds in someone’s bank vault before it was meticulously opened at your dinner table by a waiter who is certified in wine bottle opening :|
Moving on, I’m told the prices for the BIN are pretty average for wine and I often see them offering sales on cases (i.e. BOGO half off, etc). I will say that the liquor selection (which is more my cup of spiked tea) is slim pickings and slightly pricier than your average liquor store but, then again, you don’t go to the Bin for a fifth of Johnny Walker Black, instead you bend your arse around the corner to the nearest package goods & handle your business.
Also, word to the wise, parking is metered and if you stop by on a Friday or Saturday night, you will be battling for a spot with the heavy residential/​leisure restaurant traffic that frequents Harbor East due to all the dining options in that small district.