Prima Vini Wine Merchants

Category:	Wine Store
Address:	1520 N Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, USA
Phone:	+1 925-945-1800
Site:	primavini.com
Rating:	5
Working:	10AM–6PM 10AM–6PM 10AM–6PM 10AM–6PM 10AM–6PM 10AM–6PM Closed

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Marla Simon

Whenever an event calls for something special, we go Prima in Walnut Creek and are never disappointed. From the extensive wine list and tantalizing Italian fare to the personal, yet efficient service, Prima makes every meal a memorable dining experience. Our friends and family are always impressed by the unforgettable meal enjoyed at Prima. There is no better place in the East Bay for authentic Italian food and elegant wines.The sommeliers are experienced and offer great suggestions for wine pairings. The wait staff describe the specials in such exquisite detail that it is often difficult to choose just one thing. With a variety of rooms, the ambience is inviting and encourages you to linger long into the night. Even when we dont have time to linger, hors doeuvres and wine at the bar make any evening wonderful. Once you try Prima, you will return time and time again.

David Katkov

Exceptionally knowledgeable and helpful staff. Peter Andrews is anxious to educate with absolutely no pretense. I have found that to be typical of the entire Prima team. Comprehensive selection from every significant wine region in the world. If they dont have it in the cellar they have great contacts to track it down. Fair pricing and none of the silliness that comes with pre-arrival futures typical of some large retailers. They either have the wine, know when it will arrive if they do not, or honestly tell you that it is not available in any reasonable time frame. Like that! Bottom line, a wonderful resource if you live in the Bay Area and with free shipping on many shipments regardless of where you live in the US.

Rachelle Mazar

This is our go to local wine shop. The wine selection is great. They specialize in Italian wine but carry plenty of wine from the rest of the world. Their selection of bubblies is great. The staff is very helpful and can direct you to what you want. Their wine tasting events are delicious and fun. We be long to one of their several monthly wine clubs, the Italian wine club and really enjoy the wines. The Prima Vini champagne tasting in early December is fantastic!

George Schuster

The restauraunt is fantastic, but the wine shop is a gem that should be visited, increable wines from all over the world that are priced from inexpensive value wines to very hard to get wines. The staff is very knoweldgeable when they speak to you they dont just say "this is great" they tell you what you are going to taste without arrogance. Also the hard liquor is very unique in that there are again very hard to get Bourbons, Scotch etc. there.

EPIC GT

Im a Virginia customer and I have to say that it is an absolute pleasure to receive the recommended or curated wines from PV every month. There are so many I had never considered trying that have made it to new house hold favorites. Every order Ive received came with literature on where the flavors are coming from, the vineyards back story, and more. Id recommend this company to the wino you know.

Gabe Kaplan

The friendly and knowledgeable staff at the wine shop helped me pick the perfect selection of Champagne for my wife, something I could never have done properly by myself. I go there for all the important gifts because it makes such a difference. Thank you to the whole team. I also love sitting at the bar and enjoying the red wine flights when I need a break before heading home to the family.

Simone Stolzoff

In our digital age of corporate chains and on-demand everything, the level of service and personality of prima and their knowledgable staff is a breath of fresh air. To have a local, independent wine-shop with the selection and prices to compete with the big boys is rare and were all so lucky to be able to support stores like prima where the experience goes far beyond a mere transaction.

Alison Negrin

We are so lucky to have this wine store gem in our neighborhood. The varied selection, wine knowledge and friendliness of the staff have provided me with some wonderful unique wines as well as continued education about wines of the world. The newsletter, written by the owner, is a fun and informative way to try new wines and get great buys!

Chris Foster

Besides having an incredible wine selection, it is the customer service at Primas that continues to amaze me and bring me back. It doesnt matter what my question is or what my need is, all of the staff are knowledgable, personable and always make me feel as if I were the only customer in the shop.

anita5925

Prima is superb! The selection in the wine shop is outstanding, and the staff is knowledgable and helpful. The restaurant is beautiful, very inviting and comfortable, the food is delicious (save room for dessert!) and the staff is attentive. Always look forward to going to Prima!!!

Ernfred Olsen

Fantastic selection of wine and incredibly knowledgeable and helpful staff. Great prices too! And dont miss the opportunity to dine at the adjoining restaurant. Terrific Italian food. And consistent - Ive been buying wine, and dining with Prima for many years.

George di Cristina

Love this place and the people who work here. Its a small wine shop staffed by knowledgeable, passionate folks. While the online site is good, being there in person is far better. If youre a wine aficionado you need come check out Prima Vini.

Al Talbot

Primas wine selection is unsurpassed! Whether its California, Italy, France or any other wine region on the globe, John and his staff offer the best! Make sure to join their mailing list as the insider specials are amazing.

John Prichard

Prima Vina Wine shop is my "go to" for fine wines, as well as everyday wine. The Prima team always has great recommendations, and fun wines you cant find in most places. Highly recommend.

Barry C.

Small but still awesome. I needed to get a few bottles for family members. They were extremely helpful when I needed some questions answered. Thank you for all your help.

Larry Altbaum

A great selection of wines (emphasis on Italian wines) at good prices, and coupled with exceptional Italian cooking - you cant go wrong!

Ian Blackburn

Great store, great restaurant, cute street, awesome quality. I wish there was an operation like Prima Vini in Downtown Los Angeles.

Jim Simon

I had the best Birthday dinner ever. 6 of our closest friends shared an Italian evening with great food & fine wine

Andreas Punter

Prima for me is THE EXAMPLE of great hospitality and absolute passion for wine and great people...

Linda Neyer

Our favorite Italian restaurant and wine shop for the 25+ years weve lived here!

Amy Parks

Best staff and wines in the area. Cheers to Prima!