Downer Avenue Wine & Spirits

The people who run this store are less shopkeepers than they are curators. The store is really small. But it is chock a block full of extraordinary products. Some of them are quite expensive. But most are very affordable. They'll order you nearly anything that you desire. Their depth of knowledge is extraordinary. And they're actually very nice people. If you're going to buy booze, why not buy it from really cool people who love what they do?

Update 14 Nov 22-- better than ever!

Great selection, and speedy service. Made picking up a Wisconsin exclusive beer very easy to send to friends in Illinois.

Always had very pleasant experiences coming in here, the staff is friendly and helpful and there’s a vast/unique selection of wine and beer considering the size of the store itself. It’s not all craft stuff too, they have a good baseline of more basic and popular brands as well. I think everyone could find something they want to drink here💯

They are willing to order products to the store upon request and it takes about a week. If the product is popular enough they might even keep ordering it, which is awesome. They still carry a certain mezcal that we asked about ordering 3 or more years ago now!

Personnel are knowledgeable and helpful.

Downer Wine & Spirits is great for a small, local liquor store. The selection is vast, from beer and wine to bourbon/whiskey, tequila and more - and the prices are fair. The staff is helpful, give their suggestions on what they think is better from experience, even if what they're suggesting isn't top shelf. Awesome local store, I visit often and hope they continue to grow a broader selection of whiskeys.

Knowledgeable staff, wide selection, EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE!
I bought a bottle of good scotch and it slipped out the box and shattered not 3 steps outside their door. They sold me a replacement at cost. Real local business values.

Best beer selection east of Ray's. If you're within a few miles of this place I recommend making it your beer stop. They also consistently have a really good selection of single cans/bottles.

For a smaller store it has a great selection with a knowledgeable staff. The beer selection changes frequently, so if you find something you like, buy a couple because it might not be there the next time! Join the beer club to find out what new beer is coming to the store each week.

The owners and staff are all extremely friendly and helpful. The wine buyer is truly an expert and always happy to take the time to listen and offer advice. The wine selection is extremely thoughtful and wide-ranging, as are the liquor and beer selections. Take the time to join the Wine Club, which offers opportunities to earn and convert points as well as regular updates on new arrivals and good buys.

This place is great. Small, but that means the staff knows everything on the shelf. And it doesn't mean they don't have what you're looking for. I've walked in there asking for some pretty obscure items and if they didn't have it on the shelf, they could order it for me. This goes for beer, wine and spirits. If you don't know what you want ask the staff and they will love to help you out. I've found some of my favorites just by asking.

Where to start? Downer Avenue Wine and Spirits is a hidden gem in Milwaukee. They have great selection and great prices. Moreover, I have asked for suggestions on many occasions and they have been spot on every time. They really know their stuff even when compared to big wine growing regions like Santa Barbara and Northern California.

Fantastic store. They have a wide selection of beer, wine, and spirits, including a lot of harder to find items. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and the store is clean and tidy.

10/10 service. Great prices. Huge variety, everything you could possibly want.

Beautifully curated wine selection. Knowledgable & approachable staff.

My go-to for booze. Great craft beer selection, especially cellar-worthy stuff. The staff is friendly and helpful as well.

THE go-to liquor store when I lived in Milwaukee. Selection and knowledge of wines is unrivaled. Beer offerings outstanding. Smartly added a walk-in cooler for the beers.

These guys are great. Don't see what you want? They'll order it. Don't know what to get? They'll help you figure it out. So much nicer than going to the liquor Dept at the grocery store.

Awesome beer selection, also have lots of single cans

Best Beer Selection. Great Wine club.. Fantastic Whiskey variety..This Place is The Best. Helpful and kind

We feel so lucky to have this store in our backyard. Well stocked and super friendly helpful employees.