556102 Tue Sep 09 17:36:22 -0700 2008 5 14 Washington DC & Baltimore Area 0 4021866 Looking for a wine & spirits retailer in Washington DC or inside the Beltway with engaging customer service, great atmosphere and knowledgeable staff. I would be thrilled if they know their tequilas and have a top selection. Even more thrilled if someone on staff can help with wine and fine cheese pairings. Recommendations? Please. Tue Sep 09 17:36:22 -0700 2008 114265 Treva 1 4022082 I don't buy spirits, especially high end tequilla often, but my booze hound friends swear by Calvert Woodley for good prices, knowledgeable staff, and they might have the wine/cheese pairing too. For just wine and cheese Arrowine in Arlington is top notch. Also for just beverages, there is a little shop on the hill, I forget the name on Mass, right past Union Station that has excellent customer service too. Tue Sep 09 18:56:11 -0700 2008 4021866 92426 ktmoomau 2 4024883 I thought of Calvert Woodley too, but I wasn't sure I'd say they have "engaging customer service" or a "great atmosphere." More like "older guys who are occasionally nice but often too busy and unhelpful" (and while I think they know their wine, I'm not sure about tequila). Having said all that, it's probably been a few years since I've been in there. Wed Sep 10 16:32:39 -0700 2008 4022082 205227 Doh 1 4022140 Cleveland apark and Ace are my two favorite shops for spirits. They ahve quirky selections loaded with lesser known brands. Mike and Tony at CP are both passionate. Joe Riley at Ace is tops and really knows his cocktails and spirits. Tue Sep 09 19:23:21 -0700 2008 4021866 59959 deangold 1 4026950 Thank you for the suggestions. I will check them out. I am getting the feeling their is a shortage of fine tequila and mezcal in the metropolitan region. Thu Sep 11 11:47:30 -0700 2008 4021866 114265 Treva 1 4028622 on the Hill - Chat's on 8 and E SE, the proprietor will know your name after one visit, long time family operation. Knows his stuff, but no cheese on premise (but then E Mkt. is only a couple of blocks away) Schneider's is also good up on 3 and Mass. and Hayden's at 7 and NC all knowledgeable Fri Sep 12 01:34:17 -0700 2008 4021866 163722 hill food