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France 44 Wines & Spirits
4351 France Ave S
Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55410-1371
United States
(612) 925-3252 | map
france44.com
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Reviewed by MonDak_Joe1953 from Minnesota
4.85/5 rDev +11.5%
vibe: 5 | quality: 4.75 | service: 5 | selection: 4.75
4.85/5 rDev +11.5%
vibe: 5 | quality: 4.75 | service: 5 | selection: 4.75
Recently remodeled with the addition of a second level. The upper level offers different rooms and areas for private events and classes.
The liquor store on the main level is clean, bright (with high ceilings), and well organized. Most beer is displayed in coolers with doors or in the large walk in cooler. Beer on the outside shelves of the walk in cooler is arranged in alphabetical order by brewer name, and the center part of the walk in cooler has stacks of recent arrivals and larger package sizes. Selected beers feature a recommendation by individuals of the beer staff. Well curated beer selection; the section for macro beer is relatively small and located at the back corner of the store. Very good selection of imported beers, but the main emphasis is on offering the latest from local and regional breweries. Small selection of single beers, at room temperature, for building a specially priced six pack. Very good selection of non-alcohol beer, as well as THC-infused (non-alcohol) drinks.
Staff is knowledgeable, educated, friendly, and very helpful when needed. On many Saturday afternoons, a select brewery comes in to offer samples. Carryout service is offered.
The majority of the square footage of the store is used to display liquor, wine, spirits, glassware, and gear. Downstairs there are lockers for rent for individual customer storage, mainly for wine.
In the same building is the cheese, butcher, and bakery shop, which also offers a few taps for beer. One can get a glass of beer and take the glass into the liquor store while shopping. Customers can also bring leashed dogs into the liquor store.
Public restrooms are located near the main entrance. There is a controlled flow parking lot located next to the store. Valet parking is offered for special events and classes held upstairs.
This is my favorite beer shopping store in the metro Twin Cities area, and staff Bill, Bennett, Kayla, and Rob have been a great aid in my beer enjoyment journey.
Feb 28, 2023The liquor store on the main level is clean, bright (with high ceilings), and well organized. Most beer is displayed in coolers with doors or in the large walk in cooler. Beer on the outside shelves of the walk in cooler is arranged in alphabetical order by brewer name, and the center part of the walk in cooler has stacks of recent arrivals and larger package sizes. Selected beers feature a recommendation by individuals of the beer staff. Well curated beer selection; the section for macro beer is relatively small and located at the back corner of the store. Very good selection of imported beers, but the main emphasis is on offering the latest from local and regional breweries. Small selection of single beers, at room temperature, for building a specially priced six pack. Very good selection of non-alcohol beer, as well as THC-infused (non-alcohol) drinks.
Staff is knowledgeable, educated, friendly, and very helpful when needed. On many Saturday afternoons, a select brewery comes in to offer samples. Carryout service is offered.
The majority of the square footage of the store is used to display liquor, wine, spirits, glassware, and gear. Downstairs there are lockers for rent for individual customer storage, mainly for wine.
In the same building is the cheese, butcher, and bakery shop, which also offers a few taps for beer. One can get a glass of beer and take the glass into the liquor store while shopping. Customers can also bring leashed dogs into the liquor store.
Public restrooms are located near the main entrance. There is a controlled flow parking lot located next to the store. Valet parking is offered for special events and classes held upstairs.
This is my favorite beer shopping store in the metro Twin Cities area, and staff Bill, Bennett, Kayla, and Rob have been a great aid in my beer enjoyment journey.
Reviewed by zeff80 from Missouri
4.27/5 rDev -1.8%
vibe: 3.75 | quality: 4.5 | service: 4 | selection: 4.5
4.27/5 rDev -1.8%
vibe: 3.75 | quality: 4.5 | service: 4 | selection: 4.5
Very large store with so much beer! The have a small build a six pack section with lots on MN beers. Lots of crowlers and other larger singles.Huge walk in cooler with so many six packs and 4 pack of Minnesota and other region beers. Good prices. Several employees asked me if I needed help.
Jan 02, 2021Reviewed by ovaltine from Indiana
4.14/5 rDev -4.8%
vibe: 4 | quality: 4 | service: 4.25 | selection: 4.25
4.14/5 rDev -4.8%
vibe: 4 | quality: 4 | service: 4.25 | selection: 4.25
I only used their online service, and they always provided very prompt service. Very good selection, especially local stuff, and priced competitively (and the freight charges were very reasonable). Good resource to use.
Jan 01, 2016Reviewed by chazmcbro from Wisconsin
4.53/5 rDev +4.1%
vibe: 4.75 | quality: 4.5 | service: 4.25 | selection: 4.75
4.53/5 rDev +4.1%
vibe: 4.75 | quality: 4.5 | service: 4.25 | selection: 4.75
Super clean, well organized store. Two things I noticed that made me feel good about shopping here were that 95% of the beer is kept in coolers, and things that were close to their "best by" date were marked down. This lets me know that they care about the beer having the best possible representation under their control. The other thing I liked was the staff recommendation tags. I have no idea who any of those people are, let alone know their palates, but if they're well organized and care about the beer as previously mentioned, I'm going to trust the staff is well educated on what they're recommending as well. Overall a very pleasant and comfortable shopping experience.
Jul 14, 2015Reviewed by pat61 from Minnesota
4.56/5 rDev +4.8%
4.56/5 rDev +4.8%
Their selection is good and they keep about 90% of their beer refrigerated which helps prevent stale beer. They also have a wonderful little cheese shop where you can get a baguette and some epoisses to go with your beer.
Sep 13, 2014Reviewed by Skye1024 from Indiana
4.86/5 rDev +11.7%
vibe: 5 | quality: 5 | service: 5 | selection: 4.5
4.86/5 rDev +11.7%
vibe: 5 | quality: 5 | service: 5 | selection: 4.5
Ive ordered from France 44 numerous times over the years and have had a great experience every time. Their beers are fresh, priced well, and they have a great selection.
What finally prompted me to post a review though is the customer service. My GF got me a gift card for Xmas as she knew I ordered several times a year. After getting the card, I came to realize they can only be used in person. I live in Indiana and unfortunately dont plan on getting up to MN anytime soon, so I emailed Carin and she said I could call in my order anytime using the gift card. I greatly appreciated that. She was great with communication and I had fresh Abrasive two days after ordering.
This place has my highest recommendation and I will continue to order as often as my wallet allows.
Jan 26, 2014What finally prompted me to post a review though is the customer service. My GF got me a gift card for Xmas as she knew I ordered several times a year. After getting the card, I came to realize they can only be used in person. I live in Indiana and unfortunately dont plan on getting up to MN anytime soon, so I emailed Carin and she said I could call in my order anytime using the gift card. I greatly appreciated that. She was great with communication and I had fresh Abrasive two days after ordering.
This place has my highest recommendation and I will continue to order as often as my wallet allows.
France 44 Wines & Spirits in Minneapolis, MN
Place rating:
4.35 out of
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72 ratings
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