K&L is the best specialty liquor store in LA. The selection is phenomenal and they're particularly known for their knowledgeable staff. I can't walk in here without buying something.
September 2023
I come to K&L when I want worth while recommendations from knowledgeable staff
August 2023
A large selection of fine wines and spirits at very competitive prices. The ‘will call’ buy online pickup in store function is particularly useful for items that are warehouse stock or in-stock at other outlets.
At K&L, our expert buyers travel the world to bring you the finest wines, spirits, and beer from producers we believe in. With three retail shops in California—San Francisco, Redwood City, and Hollywood—plus thousands of bottles on our website, an online fine wine auction, and seven wine club options, we have something for every palate. We love talking booze, and have passionate staff ready to help you pick out your next favorite bottle.
K&L Wines was named Best Wine Shop on the Internet by Money magazine and one of the top 10 wine retailers in the nation by Wine Spectator.
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Parking: Private
Price Range: Average
An LA staple with a long-standing reputation in the industry with its spot-on expertise. If you're looking for it, chances are, K&L's got it. The second storefront?the flagship store is in Redwood, CA?is seriously stocked serving Hollywood's wine collectors and winos alike. While vast, the store's layout is approachable?wines organized by country and region and the friendly staff is always ready to help pick a bottle based on price point and style.The annual on-site Champagne tent sale in October is when customers can try 75+ Champagnes and partake in private winemaker dinners. (Call to inquire.)In & Out Factor: Good size parking lot connected to the store is crucial in the middle of Hollywood.
TOLA pick: Pick up a Cru Beaujolais 2010 Potel-Aviron Côte de Brouilly "Vieilles Vignes" Cru Beaujolais ($17.99) which sees more complexity and structure from the Gamay grape. The wine's acidity and hints of violets, cherries and smoke pair superbly well with fatty holiday foods.
