D & M Wine & Liquor Company

It feels a bit strange to write a glowing review for a liquor store, but this one is really worth it.
Every time we go into D&M, we leave, remarking at length about what an enjoyable experience it was. We always learn so much, and when we open our new-​found prizes at home, we are delighted that they match exactly what we asked for.
These are seriously knowledgable purveyors of spirits and wine. They listen carefully, factor in your requested price point, and deliver pretty much exactly what you requested. I’m sure you’ve had the experience where you go to great lengths to describe what you want, they hand you a bottle, you get home, open it, and it’s just awful. In the 3 ½ years we’ve been coming to D&M, that has never happened, and in fact, it’s exactly the opposite.
If you are tired of taking chances and having about a 50% hit rate, go immediately to D&M. They know their stuff, they love what they do, and you will feel so much better to be spending your money in a place where it buys what you are hoping for.

Ok, this place will have what you need. Well, maybe not Hostess Cupcakes.
This is Disneyland for drunks and for your dad who likes to get drunk. See, my father loves his fancy brown liquors, especially expensive bottles from France. D & M has exactly that and more.
I walked in by chance on a Wednesday evening (just before closing), from the minute I walked in I felt like a VIP. And did I mention this was right before closing? Oh yeah I did, but seriously. RIGHT BEFORE CLOSING! No one gave me the «hey bud, we are about to shut our doors so go find your booze fix somewhere else». Nope, not at all. Instead I was asked how they could be of assistance and there was something specific I was interested in.
The salesperson was very knowledgeable and taught me about fancy Cognac (and their cousins) in great detail. After about 30 minutes he led me to the perfect bottle and even arranged for the shipping.
Oh, and for you bubbles fans, they have a super awesome selection of Champagne and sparkling from all over the globe.

I work in Southern California and a few weeks ago needed a GOOD bottle of wine to be delivered to a client in San Francisco ASAP. I looked around and found D&M and they did the job. They have a nice selection of fine wines, and the staff was very helpful and courteous. I would highly recommend them to anyone.

Encyclopedic help, fantastic selection, dog biscuits, and a terrific neighborhood asset. Yaaaaay!

While we were in Brugge, had the awesome fortune to dine at Hertog Jan… our «welcome» champers was a delightful Andre Clouet — Grand Cru Cuvee 1911 & we totally wanted to track this down… enter D & M
The store has a large presence on the corner of Sacramento & Fillmore & we must have passed it a thousand times but never entered until this past weekend
Online research advised us D&M was the only Bay Area shop to stock this delish beverage & upon entering, we were greeted by a friendly-​welcoming atmosphere & people happily purchasing their libations
When it was our turn, we asked about the bottles we were seeking & luckily there were still some available (the 1911 is a limited edition & only 1911 bottles are produced for any vintage year!)
When the bottles were brought out from the back & unpacked, a whimsical wrapping in straw surrounded the offerings & we were advised that’s how they were shipped back in 1911 — lovely touch by Andre Clouet!
Can’t wait to taste these babies & given the large selection of other wines, champagnes & beers we saw in the few min we were there, this is a place which demands repeat visits for sure!

LOVE THIS PLACE! My fiancé and I live on Divisadero and we love walking down here I find something new and different to drink. The staff is beyond helpful. My fiancé loves to geek out over the crazy selection of scotches and the staff is always happy to answer his many questions. Definitely ask for suggestions here. These guys know their stuff and never make you feel weird if you want to keep a certain budget. They’ve helped me pick a nice port for my boss, given me fun cocktail ideas and recommended a yummy $ 10 wine for a casual night in. The selection is extremely well edited. 10 stars!

What more do you need from a legit local wine and liquor merchant? This is no corner store. This is a fine purveyor of champagne, liquor, single malt scotches and cognacs. Their prices are good. The people are unbelievably upbeat and helpful. When I walk in, every single time they ask if they can help me find something. They’re ready to discuss whatever you want and help guide you to the best drink.
I walk 10 minutes in each direction to go here though there are closer wine shops because it is worth the trip.

We have been going to this place for the last couple of years and just love it there! Michael is so friendly, knowledgeable and always so helpful. He got us hooked on Dunn and Ken Wright wines. It’s nice that he helps us branch outside our usual routine and expand our wine palate. We still like our favorites (Flowers, Golden Eye, Kistler, Silver Oak…). It’s so nice to have a place to go that has such an amazing selection of wine here in the neighborhood.

A wonderful family owned business since 1935. Been in a few times to this place when in San Francisco. I signed up for their little email blurb as well and every month I get an email update on whats going on or what’s new!
They have an excellent selection of unique liquors. They also have great gift ideas for friends, family. bosses! Thank s guys!

I used to love this liquor store as a great neighborhood establishment and went out of my way to support the store. Now I am not feeling the same way. They used to really treat neighborhood customers well and that was business wise a smart move as their prices are usually at a premium. Since the customer service attitude has changed so has my support. If you have to pick up a bottle for someone quickly and close by then I can see running in their. Their scotch selection is very good. However if you are buying for a party or can shop elsewhere I would. My feeling is that the staff has changed, I have had borderline rude and hostile behavior with no appreciation when making over $ 400 purchases — you just can’t have staff who treat people that way and make it as a small establishment — there are too many great local wine stores who do appreciate t

* friendly + knowledgeable staff
* prices are decent
* best williams selyem selection i’ve seen

Stopped by this place as I was in the area and because I read some good reviews on Unilocal.I was greeted by one of the employees and asked if I was looking for anything in particular. When I said I was just dropping in to see what they had by way of Whiskies, Scotches, and Bourbons, he told me to take my time and look around. He was very pleasant despite there being a bit busy. And the place doesn’t have a lot of room for people to stand there scanning the shelves behind the counter. So in my eyes, he was being very courteous.
They have a good selection. Not huge by any means but you can tell that they put thought into what they bring in. I asked a couple of questions re: some of the bottles and he was informative about each one. I will return to this establishment again.
Logistics: Metered street parking. Busy street so you may need to circle a bit. Prices are about $ 2-​$ 5 more than what you find outside the City.

Andrew is amazing, he always has the best in stock. Any rare items that you cant find elsewhere he has them. Thank you for your help as usual !

Let me first say that I am not from SF but am fortunate to travel there two to three times per month.
I was looking for a Liquor store that had a wide variety of Single Malts as I wanted to get one for a work colleague who was particularly helpful on a project I had been working on. I found D&M Wine and Liquor on Unilocal.I read the comments and was a little cautious walking in but was immediately greeted with a very positive and kind: «Hi, Is there anything we can help you find?» It only went up from there. I collect scotch so the person who I first talked with immediately passed me off to their resident expert who helped me pick out a special edition 16y/​o Aberlour for my colleague… and while I was at it I got a Ben Nevis and Signatory Laphoraig for myself.
If you are looking for a place that knows their product, is helpful, and able to ship whatever you choose then this is the place. I wish there was a D&M in SoCal.

Avoid this place!!! Not a personal neighborhood shop! I was outside at 7:59 and he shut the door on me! Really too bad that a our neighborhood wine shop treats locals this way.

There may not be a better place to get your drunk on than D & M. They have an amazing selection of vintage brown liquors that would surely put a smile on any Holiday drunks face.
I stopped in looking for a specific bottle of Armagnac. Yes, they had the one I was looking as well as mega more. All reasonably priced and sold by experts who know their stuff and can tell you the story about every bottle they stock.
If you are having a serious case of gift givers block, come here.

I went to this place looking for a bottle of Cristal. I was just looking at first to see what else they had. One of the employee asked if they could help me and I asked if they carried Cristal, which I did not see displayed. The employee asked if I wanted Cristal in a condescending tone and after answering yes, showed me to where they keep it at the register.
Overall the selection is good but like some other reviews mention, the employees could use work on their people skills. I may not have come into the store in a suit and tie, but if I’m asking for an expensive wine I’m not just there to look at the pretty bottles.
I doubt I will shop here again.

This is my go to spot for any sort of whiskey, vodka, wine, or champagne. They always have impeccable service and knowledge on everything (and the small chance that it is a new product and no one has tasted it yet, they are honest and give you other recommendations).
They don’t carry the yellow label brut of Veuve Cliqout (they claim it is much too common, which who can argue that) I loveee this. I have instead expanded my horizons and tried soo many other winning bottles of champagne that I may have never picked up.
If your looking for a delicious «go-​to» bottle of champagne/​sparkling wine I highly suggest Gloria Ferrer or Piper Heidsieck, they are both reasonably priced as an everyday champagne.
My only advice don’t come in here tipsy, you will be blown away by their knowledge and walk away with wayyy too much alcohol (this only happened twice after mornings of bottomless mimosas)
XOXO

To quote one of my favorite SNL skits, «The Californians»:
«How’d you get heeeere?»
Was not expecting such a posh wine/​spirits store on an SF corner. At first glance, it looked like a lot of the other mini markets scattered along the streets, the ones who sell scratchers and charge $ 4.25 for a box of Saltines.
Au contraire, mon frere! The vino choices rival that of my B-​game wine shop, Weimax. Clean, spacious and well merchandised. There’s everything from Schramsburg to obscure French varietals that I’ve never heard of before. A big high five to stocked fridges in the back with chilled rose and sparkling wines from all price points: $ 10 – 15 to $ 75 and up.
As I was checking out, noticed the huge wall of Scotch and liquor behind the counter. A gentleman’s wet dream! Take note for b-​day gifts or holiday «stocking stuffers».
Nice guys who run the shop, great location. Kinda glad they’re not closer to home or I’d have a serious drinking problem :)

What started as a random stop at a «liquor store» turned into a secret wine boutique discovery! This must be one of the best wine selections in SF (and high end liquor, too) and the dudes who work here are total booze nerds, happy to assist you in picking the perfect potion.
I purchased an amazing young Gamay from Languedoc ($ 18), which was described as a light & bright red with a little spicy pizazz. Jackpot! Plus, half of the refrigerators are stocked with sparkling wine, from affordable bubbles to real Champagne. Wow, these Pac Heights folks have it good.
The store is laid out like a classy wine shop, and the liquor selection behind the counter was also really impressive. If only they had some gourmet snacks & cheese for sale, this place would be the perfect pre-​party stop.

(See pics) Review #1243. Love this local wine shop for its huge selection of champagnes (and in gigantic bottle size), a wall full of single malt scotch.
Now while that’s what it’s famous for, I came here for its small production wines and their detailed knowledge of wines since they not only have tasted every bottle that they carry, they have an amazing memory filled with notes of he bottles! One of the guys gave the best suggestion, «I can’t imagine why I should drink any bottle twice when there are so many choices.» My thinking exactly.
My visit here proved to have given some amazing choices of Sancerre, a few bottles of very small production wines that are labeled as the distributor, which also gives some mystery to the taste. All at fairly good prices.
This is more than a local liquor store, it’s a destination when I need either a weeknight drink, or that celebration bottle, all without risking the money by the help of informative and descriptive folks!

After doing quite a bit of research on Unilocal this is one of THE places to buy champagne in SF. I got flashbacks of Jay Z’s «Big Pimpin» video.
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I was impressed by the variety of sizes they had: everything from mini champagne bottles to ones that were several feet tall and would serve dozens of people.
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I was looking for a Perrier Jouet bottle that fit in my coat and found it here. The staff was very helpful and they had a wide variety of champagnes that made it difficult to leave with just one.