Arlequin Wine Merchant

Category:	Wine Store
Address:	384 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
Phone:	+1 415-863-1104
Site:	arlequinwinemerchant.com
Rating:	4.4
Working:	11AM–7PM 11AM–8PM 11AM–8PM 11AM–8PM 11AM–8PM 11AM–8PM 12–7PM

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Graham Trummell

Wine can be intimidating if youre not an expert, but the friendly people and great collection at Arlequin Wine Merchant make the experience feel comfortable, fun, and unpretentious. There are almost always wines open for tasting, and they can be purchased by the glass. The store has a quaint and comfortable wine-cellar feeling with tables interspersed between crates of wine, avoiding the feeling that you are closer to a stranger next to you than the company with whom you arrived. Arlequin Wine Merchant is connected to Arlequin Cafe - an act of true genius, allowing you to order something delicious from the Cafe and have it with something nice to drink from the Wine Merchant. On nice days, you can enjoy food and drink on a lovely patio in the back, or on-street seating out front (a favorite spot for dog owners). The Arlequins are a perfect mid-day pause for a Hayes Valley outing. Their proximity to the Performing Arts garage means you can stop for lunch, buy wines, and drop off your bags at your car before venturing back to Hayes.

Bruce Hammerstrom

We just got back from a wine tasting trip to Burgundy and wanted to try out some of our new found knowledge. They had a fantastic selection of natural wine from France and some interesting producers from small villages in Burgundy we visited. They normally have tastings most Thursday nights and we hit a really good one. You can look online to see most of the inventory or call and have it set aside. Very professional staff and great selection of French wine, California not so much.

A Private User

Everytime I need to bring a glass of wine to a dinner, I make a beeline to Arlequin. They have the best selection and most helpful staff who help me select whats best for my budget. As I know nothing about wines, I rely on them to give me solid suggestions. So far, I have never been disappointed or humiliated with their recommendations. Good store.

Jennifer Santos

Good place with a good ambient but the sales woman doesnt know what she is talking about. We asked for a sweet wine and she highly recommended a certain one and when we opened it it was terrible. Worst wine Ive ever tasted.

Adrian Sanchez

Good wines in general, a little pricey compared to other places in the city. I wish the would carry more Sonoma and Californian wines in general. Good place to buy a bottle and enjoy it outside. Staff was very informative.

Christine Mamuad

Impressive, expansive collection of wines, French in particular. They even have a selection of French Cabernet Francs that are not overpriced, which is unusual. Service was pleasant and helpful as well.

Corey Justin Robins

Cute wine store in Hayes Valley. Its fun to have a relaxing drink surrounded by wine. Would be great if there was a way to have more seating inside. Or take your wine to the back garden!

Sarah D

Extremely helpful staff, great selection. This is my go-to spot if I need some guidance on a wine pairing. Wide range of prices to suit any purpose.

Joselyn Perez

I come here for the patio out back. Its a fantastic urban oasis that allows you to sit back and have either a coffee, wine, or sandwich outdoors.

Константин Богомолов

Хороший винный магазинчик.

Stephen Cox

The benefit of a restaurant wine list at retail prices.

Vítor

Good selection of French wine, Burgundy in particular.

Kurt Foeller

The best small-format wine shop in the city, bar none.