Giles Wine & Spirits

Arlington, United States

4.1

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16 reviews

Accepts Credit Cards

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Telephone:
+1 781-646-3500
Website:
www.gileswineandspirits.com
Address:
137 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA, 02474
East Arlington
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
60 ftMassachusetts Ave @ Milton St
80 ftMassachusetts Ave @ Windsor St
710 ftMassachusetts Ave @ Thorndike St
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Take-out
Yes
Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Parking
Street
Bike Parking
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes

Today

Today 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Open now
Local time (Arlington) 10:28 Thursday, 22 May 2025

Business hours

Monday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Tuesday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Sunday 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

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16 reviews of Giles Wine & Spirits

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Place rating: 4
東京都, Japan
Growing up there were no packies in Arlington but Giles was just over the town lines. Great selection and fair prices.
Place rating: 5
Lynn, MA
This location has so many positives I am thinking a numbered list might be the easiest.
1. Prices on Wines & Liquors — LOW — inventory stock has been carefully chosen so that you can chose to buy quality.
2. Personality — management and employees are unique in being helpful and upbeat and remembering their customers.
3. Extras– Doggie treats and Quality lollipops
4. Wine Tastings — they have both their own and ones organized by the distributors.
I can attested to all the above as I spent 3 ½ hours there on Saturday, June 3 doing a tasting On my shift the workers were the upbeat assistant, Carter and the manager, Brendan (tireless doing another 12 hour shift).
My only regret is that my schedule may not allow me to return got another «tasting/​sampling job for a long while UNLESS this location choses to have the outside wine tasting on days other than Saturdays.
Place rating: 4
East Arlington, Boston, MA
Very good wine selection and they often have sale items that are very good deals. They carry my favorite zin which keeps me happy! There’s a guy who works there that has been very helpful when I needed to pair a wine with a specific dinner.
Place rating: 4
Arlington, MA
I’m an asshole. I’ve been back several times (after vowing never to go back) and they’ve been wonderful and friendly. I’m sure it’s not because I wrote a bad review, so I must publicly admit that I’m the asshole not them.
Place rating: 2
Arlington, MA
Good selection, but no better than Menotomy. The thing that really irks me about Giles is their customer service. Wholeheartedly agree with the reviews below talking about general rudeness and lack of welcoming in the store. Above that, though, I live up the street and I don’t think I’ve ever been there and a cashier WASN’T talking about another employee. There is such drama at this store that it makes you uncomfortable as a customer to overhear certain things. Do us all a favor and keep those conversations to when there are no customers in the store!!!
Place rating: 5
Arlington, MA
Great service and a great selection of liquor.
Place rating: 4
Waltham, MA
Giles in Arlington is an excellent place to buy wine, every day beer and liquor. They have a great selection of wine and with the newly expanded store-​front they have a large liquor section as well. The craft beer options are reasonably limited although they always have a few growlers on display which are fun to try. There everyday beer selection is good and comes at a reasonable price. The store never really gets too busy and there is always parking right out front. The owners are really nice and will stock the shelves with what you like, all you have to do is ask!
Place rating: 5
Arlington, MA
Giles has a great selection and great service. I have never been steered wrong when I have asked for help selecting a wine. The prices aren’t exactly dirt cheap, but booze is hard to come by in Arlington, so I can deal. They also have tons of beer, wine and champagne in the chiller, ready to go for your next party.
Place rating: 3
Arlington, MA
This is a cute little liquor store. One of the owners, the sweetheart guy with the white beard is totally awesome and willing to help. Bummer he does not work there more… However, the last few times that i went in there, not only were the gals behind the counter NOT helpful… but RUDE…“if it is NOT in the little shelf area, we DO NOT HAVE IT.” SNARKY, WITCHY, AND DISMISSIVE. PLUS, VERY EXPENSIVE!!!
Go to Menotomy… the guys there are sweet, kind, helpful. and do not IGNORE you!
Place rating: 5
Watertown, MA
Oh Giles, Giles, Giles, I have a love/​love relationship with you!!! You always have have my favorite wine in stock and my beloved prosecco always on hand. Your employees are super friendly and always have a doggy treat for my crazy little Yorkie.
Even though I rarely drink it you have a wide assortment of obscure beers, ales, and hard ciders. With the addition of harder adult beverages (vodka, gin, rum, etc) I have no reason to ever stray.
Never ever leave me, I think I would have a meltdown!!!
Place rating: 5
Somerville, MA
I love this place. Their selection is decent for such a small store. For beer, selection ranges from the more obscure to a bunch of regional favorites. For wine, there are plenty of choices in mid to upper price points, but not much south of $ 10. Every few weeks they have a beer or wine tasting, and that is usually when I go hoping to find one of their elusive «Mystery Packs» of beer. For $ 5 you get a brown bagged six-​pack which is always worth it. The staff is always friendly and willing to answer questions or make recommendations.
Place rating: 5
Oakland, CA
This Giles is NOT a liquor store or a trashy packy, but a FINE WINE/​BEER despensary. This store is a wonderful neighborhood asset complete with friendly vibes, 15 minute parking out front and an extensive craft beer selection. It’s very clear that their management is committed to excellence when you peruse the beer cooler, and if they dont have something you want, chances are its a) not available or b) already on its way.
Place rating: 4
Dover, NH
This is a very friendly place with nice people. They have frequent wine and beer tastings and also have mystery bags of a variety of micro brews for$ 5 for a six pack. The suspense makes it all worth the trip there:)
Place rating: 4
Arlington, MA
Excellent customer service, great selection, frequent wine and beer tasting events — this place has it all. Staff is very knowledgeable and helpful in wine selection and pairings with food. Stop by and say hi!
Place rating: 3
Salem, MA
Nice little beer and wine shop. Dependable but not quite as good beer selection as Menotomy. But, it’s a shorter walk and right on the bus line so I’ll stop off for a sixer on the way home from time to time.
They do tastings quite often so you can have a few sips o wine while you’re shopping.
Place rating: 4
Arlington, MA
Giles, alas. I never visited you while I lived in your ‘hood. Once I finally made it in, I was surprised by your selection of sauce friendly noshes, but less than enthused by your customer service (when I walked in, the cashier was asleep behind the counter) and your political leanings – he was listening to an anti Obama radio show (no wonder he was asleep). The wine and beer were reasonably priced and there was a reasonable selection but seriously, political talk radio? It’s not for the wine store. Keep that at home and to yourself. 3.5 stars.