BevMo!

Friendly helpful workers. I came in looking for specific items and was asked if I need help after looking kind of lost looking for the specific item. The guy knew where everything was fast and helpful by showing me and even taking it to the register for me as well as telling me about the items what they have what’s on stock. I like how this is the closest bevmo to me and would come here again when I’m in need for some drinks. I even got a discount on the items with my membership even though it was a few $$ it’s worth it and glad to get it.

manager on duty very rude to customers, no way bevmo have this rude creature as a manager, sad we live two faces. I bet all smiles when corporate enter your store huh buddy! well the manager did call and apologize, for his rudeness.

If you’re supposed to bring something to a party but don’t drink, this is the sort of place you’d want to go for expert advice. The store carries many relevant kitchen items, many kinds of mixers and flavorings, small gifts, excellent greeting cards, etc.
Of course if you’re willing to bring «a respectable alcoholic offering» anyway for the rest of the crowd, the staff can help you select a fine wine or spirit your friends will definitely appreciate. Just be prepared to spend what it takes to obtain anything beyond the ordinary, and to go in knowing that «the very best» may be far beyond your reach…
To beat BevMo for quality wines offered, you’d have to go to somewhere like Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant in Berkeley, where the owner is personal friends with many actual wine makers in France, Spain, and Italy, and visits some of them in person every year.

Wow BevMo always has the beverage we are looking for! Yes we do shop here once in a while for a nice drink mixer or ginger beer or something like that. It is a fun place to browse around. The service is great. The people always are quick to point out where to go to find what you are looking for.
The selection is strong so if we need something this is the place to go to make sure we find the right liquor. Yes they do have the Green Chartreuse which is the one that my wife really likes and never seems to be able to find easily.
Bevmo is fairly convenient and close to home which is great and the prices are fine.
I am sure we will be back when we need to make a new Cocktail.

Not much you can’t find here! I bought in bulk for a company party & they helped me take it to my car. Wish they had bulk discount though! Love the 5 cent wine though! =)

I have been to the Fremont, Pleasanton, and San Leandro BevMo locations and I have to say that the staff in San Leandro have been the most friendly and helpful.
I went in with about a dozen questions and the staff were happy to help. I never felt like I was inconveniencing them and they thoroughly answered my questions. They even offered me suggestions.
The store was fairly busy and I was happy to see that they had plenty of staff. I was pleased that I did not have any trouble obtaining help from a staff member my entire trip.

Great selection of wines. I just wish you guys were open later. Why close so early?!

Very clean with a simple lay out, but sometimes difficult to pin point what you need if you’re looking for specific stuff with the overflowing aisles.
Staff is very friendly, knowledgeable, and quick to help when you need it. Always there to joke with you about your day or how your night is going to go! I also appreciate their many beer varieties which my friends and I are trying to work through — getting a new one every few weeks or so!

Great staff. In particular, if you want delicious excellent quality but reasonably priced champagne, ask for Raj. He’s very knowledgeable and will find you the best for your price range. I bought a dozen assorted bottles for daughter’s wedding and had nothing but positive feedback from guests, who thought they were drinking the $ 50 stuff – which actually cost $ 15 per bottle. Returned today for more Raj recommendations for another celebratory event.
This store has come a lonnnggg way from when it first opened a few yrs ago. Thanks, BevMo people!

I really do love my BevMo’s. If you like a wide variety of drink, then this would be the place to go.
I normally go to the one in Great Mall, but I was in San Leandro and am always looking for new places to review, so I decided to give this place a shot. It’s really close to Bay Fair and let me tel you. I haven’t been to Bay Fair in years. The whole area looks like it’s been renovated and there are a bunch of new stores. I actually didn’t feel like I was going to get shank with a prison tooth brush. Well, it was relatively early in the day, so who knows.
They are well stock and I came here for some of Iceland’s best. Einstok beer! It’s really good and I’ve been meaning to buy some, instead of paying $ 10 bucks a bottle. This store is a little bit smaller than their other locations I’ve been to, but just because it’s compact doesn’t mean they lack in supplies.
Overall, a great store, and you can actually feel safe in Bay Fair now!

Nice, clean and very well stocked!
This place is a little smaller than some BevMos like the one on Mowry, but I like it. Like with other Bevmos, they have a huge selection of liquor. From beer to wine to all the hard stuff, you want it, they got it (At least all the popular stuff).
They have a larger selection of wines than beer here, so I would recommend this for the wine lovers. The beer section is respectable, but I have definitely seen bigger.
All the staff are really nice and are willing to help out. I’ll be back next time I need something!
Note: They are currently out of Sluricane (1÷19÷2015). It’s actually sold out in the whole Bay Area. Go figure.

I’m spoiled. I am from Cincinnati and The Party Source was just across the river. The Party Source had aisles of food, cooking classes, everything you’d need for a party, aisle after aisle of wine, liquor and beer, tastings, cigars, etc. The place was huge and truly had it all.
BevMo! doesn’t compare, but provides a comfortable place to shop for party supplies. We found everything we needed and didn’t leave with extras. It was impossible to leave The Party Source without something we hadn’t planned to purchase… just because it looked SO good!
The staff at BevMO! were very friendly. They made sure customers were taken care of by opening up an additional register.
Decent beer and wine selection along with assorted snacks and bar needs. I’m sure we’ll come back.

BevMo, the place to go for that right drink your trying to make. Been here a few time service has been good to me. I like the 5 cent sale, buy one get the other for 5 cent.
They have the best Christmas gift packs for drinks. Various packs to choose from. Come with glasses, shakers etc…

I am just ecstatic. I went in there today hoping that they would have Green Chartreuse and they did! I’ve been obsessed lately with The Last Word Cocktail and I’ve finally decided to get all the necessary ingredients, so I can make it at home and use the new Coupe glasses I purchased from Williams-​Sonoma for serving it.
I could not find the Green Chartreuse in the liqueur area, so I asked one of the sales associate where it was. It was in the locked case, so he took one out for me, and he also helped me find Luxardo which is a maraschino liqueur from Italy. I asked him for suggestions for a good gin, as we are out, for my cocktail, and for making gin and tonic. He pointed out a few choices and I settled on Junipero Gin which is a craft gin made by Anchor Distilling! I’m so excited that I will finally be able to make my new favorite drink at home!
This BevMo is small compared to the ones by Jack London Square and Pleasanton, but it seems to be well stocked. I came here last summer looking for St. Germain and they had it here too. Their wine selection is not that extensive, but that is probably due to space issues.
The people who work here are very friendly and helpful. I will definitely come back here my cocktail needs!

«Really…»
Ive been coming here since they opened.(employees don’t appear friendly… a smile goes a long way) I came yesterday and the checker wanted everyone’s id who was with the person buying liquor, and stated that was the stores policy. Fine (I believe all company’s should be consistent with how they treat their customers.)
There is no consistency with how the employees card at this location (its been this way since they opened, I’m just now writing about it). Today Josh checked us out and as he had my friends Drivers license in the air looking closely at it asked are you over 21… my friend laughed and replied he was 33 with a smile to which josh asked Yes or no like its Bevmos policy to accept a yes or no to determine if you are 21 instead of checking the id in his hand? Josh says hes worked there for 2 months (but didn’t need my id or my other 2 friends as the employee stated was policy the day before). Josh had my friends license who is 33 and couldn’t read the license?
I’m aware that most places make it easy for an employee by placing signs that help them determine who is 21 in any given year. Some employees at this location don’t ask for id, some want id from everyone with the person buying liquor, some even need the manager to approve the id. This store seems to have a high turnover of employees that have their own way of checking id. Its a bit of a mess when its such a small store with a limited selection of things.
***A word to management, its a simple fix. Employees should be approachable, be courteous, and consistent.***

What a great addition to San Leandro. In a market dominated by liquor stores with inflated prices, the competitive prices here we’re welcomed with open arms.
They have almost everything that other Bevmo’s have but on a smaller scale than the Fremont, Jack London Square, or Dublin locations (those being the next closest). The selection is perfectly adequate for the average imbiber. Wine, beer, liquor, soda, cheese, etc. they have it all; but on a more limited scale. You’re not going to find every brand of Scotch. However, if they can order it, they will.
A great new feature of Bevmo is the order online-​pickup in store feature. Takes under an hour and is great for those last-​minute house warming-​wine gifts. Buy at home while the significant other changes for the 30^th time, swing by and pick it up on the way.

Only in here briefly to find a special beer that I’ve only ever found at Pacific Catch. I was googling around and besides the internet, a Bevmo! website mentioned that they sold it there. So finally, found some time to check out this new location that’s been built and I was genuinely surprised. Compared to all the stores around it in the plaza, Bevmo really stands out. The brights lights of the most expensive liquor you can see it through the door, through the beaming sunlight rays, it’s that bright.
Upon walking it, nobody greeted us but that’s coo doesn’t bother me. Notice that there was only one cashier, but the day was pretty slow. We walked straight to the back, thanks to the lovely and informative signs where the craft beers were and found the Lost Coast Brewery Tangerine Wheat Ale at the very bottom of the aisle. The 12 pack was cheaper than the 6 pack, especially with the member price (WHICH IS FREE TO SIGN UP). We just took a quick look around.
Like others have previously mentioned, the location is a lot smaller than the Jack London one but I would have to say, it’s looking pretty spiffy and classy inside. Their hours are opened early and closes later, especially in an area like that, it’s good. There’s a pretty decent selection of mini bottles, but I was bummed there wasn’t any Grey Goose.
But for the most part, I got in and out pretty quickly. If you’re not a member, sign up since it’s free and you get a completely better price. It’ll take like 2 minutes of your time to sign a little card with your information and whaaaala, membership here you come! It’s clean inside and I saw a blocked off section that might be for demonstrations, no mention of any. The shelves seemed well stock and bright lights.
They do have a small section that sells fridge food, not to feed a family but just snack like bits. Some special caviar I saw a sign when I walked by, hummus from the corner of my eyes. They do have a fridge section for the classic beers in value packs that I saw from. Most of the wines and beers are within arms reach so no worries if you’re not tall enough to reach. I think they do want their customers to reach it.

Really nice addition to the neighborhood. I actually felt my home value increase when they flipped on the open sign!
The customer service here is great and they have a pretty good selection of items. It is smaller than the typical store so I still go to Pleasanton for some of the more obscure things I am looking for.
They do have a small refrigerated section so you can find some cheeses to go with that wine.
They also have a good selection of minis you can stock up on before heading out to the airport. I was excited to find out those could go through security for a pre-​flight beverage while you are waiting to board.
I am very happy Bevmo has decided to take up residence in San Leandro.

BevMo! gets an ok for being in my ‘hood. beer selection isn’t that great. parking is usually available. checkout lines are short.
buys: czech porter beer «primator double bock» (2.69)
–really strong stout, coffee and chocolate notes.
johnny walker red 1.5 liter (27.98)
–buck or so higher than costco. (parking and wait an issue)
on draught:
–credit card eyeballed
seems some bad cards have surfaced here…
–fast, courteous service.
3.5 stars

I was so happy to hear that San Leandro was FINALLY getting a Bev Mo of it’s own… not that I have a problem or anything!
Yes, it’s smaller then the Pleasanton/​Dublin store but I think it has a great selection. I’ve tried Russian beer because it was on Sale here, and even at $ 2.99/ea regular price it’s not bad, and found the best gift for a groom-​to-​be; The Knot is the perfect mix between amazing quality and on the money wedding puns! I even bought some great wines during the 5 cent sale. only spent $ 26 and walked out with 4 bottles :) I was a happy camper.
The staff are very helpful and nice. I’ll be sure to stop by for reliable stock and service for my next holiday party or if I’m in the mood to try a new beer.

Honestly, not too impressed with this BevMo. Maybe it’s because the location is smaller than its Jack London and Pleasanton counterparts, but the selection really isn’t very extensive in terms of wines or beer. There are only two shelves of porters/​stouts here! ONLY TWO. That makes this beer-​drinkin’ Unilocaler sad. Also, the pricing on the same beer differs if you buy it at room temperature off the shelf or out of their cooler — it’s more expensive if you want to get the same beer already chilled!
On the plus side, at least now there’s a BevMo down the street! But I’d almost rather drive a little further down to Plaza Bottle for a slightly better selection (though the prices are usually a teeny bit higher).

Very sweet to finally have a BevMo! so close to home now after having to make trips out to Pleasanton to pick up craft beer and wine. Admittedly though, this branch is on the smaller side and fairly limited in terms of wines… especially Old World. The beer selection is solid — not one of the better ones of the branches I’ve visited overall.
A good go-​to source for libations, but there are actually better places in San Leandro surprisingly enough.

All I can say is that SL has a BevMo. We don’t have much so this addition gives us a reason to celebrate! haha.
Compared to other Bevmo locations it is on a smaller scale (we will take anything we can get). It will have what you need but maybe not be a wide variety compared to other locations, so don’t be picky.
It was fully stocked and the staff was friendly during my visit during the opening weekend.
Parking could be difficult depending on what time and what day it is since it is located in a small shopping center.
Nice to have a local store so no more trekking out to Dublin and Fremont.
Don’t touch my Tito’s vodka! ;)

It’s really GREAT that there’s a BEVMO by my home instead of going to the Fremont location.
The Grand Opening was CRAZY.
Everyone wanted to get the goodie bag for the first 500 peeps that comes through the store @ 9 AM.
The goodie bag included: the reusable bag with 6 bottle insert for your alcohols, 12.7 OZ. MIXT Lemon Drop Martini cocktail mixer, Bar Blend SnackMo! nut mix that expires on the 08/​18/​2013, napkins, Reusable, Resealable and freezable drink bottle, Food & Wine Cocktails 2013 book, shaker, 2 plastic cups and a bottle opener.
The size of the store is small, so the variety is not a lot.
Overall, can’t for the buy 1 and get the second one for 5 cent deal!!!

Welcome to San Leandro!
Nice convenient location near Bayfair Mall. Grand Opening event went smoothly. Service was terrific considering the number of folks that showed up at 9 a.m. with the incentive of a bag filled with BevMo goodies. I can never resist a trip to BevMo when the 5 cent sale is on. This new location is closest to home so I will be a regular!