Every Day Wine
(503) 331-7119
1520 NE Alberta St
Portland,
OR
97211
45.559
-122.6494
Neighborhoods: Vernon, Northeast Coalition of Neighborhoods
Reviews & Ratings for Every Day Wine
10 reviews
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needs a lesson on customer service
by eewilson80
February 07, 2009
I included EDW as the first stop for my fiance's birthday party last night. They have great tastings on Friday nights and you can bring your own food. I was in touch with the owner Beth about the party well in advance so that she would be aware of the larger group of people (~15 people). She was slightly resistant to me having a party on a tasting night but was agreeable. When we got to the bar/store last night several tables were open. When our friends started coming and we asked to grab more tables she rudely stated that she needed to save tables for "other customers". We are a group of professionals, with everyone except for 2 out of 15 not partaking in the tasting (1 had beer). She made another unnecesary rude comment at one other point in the evening, and was snippy when we asked if we could throw away a small bag of trash. When we left the store was nearly empty and during the hour and a half we were there a table was always empty. Unfortunately Beth, the 15 new CUSTOMERS I introduced to your establishment last night will not be coming back due to your rude behavior. We enjoyed the wine and your co-worker was extremely nice. Hopefully Beth can learn a few things from her and chill out.
- Pros: good tastings, good prices
- Cons: cranky owner
You don't have to be a wine connoisseur to enjoy this place
by bingonis
November 22, 2007
I know that I like wine and maybe a little more. I have never felt alienated by my lack of wine knowledge, instead, Beth (the owner) has taken the time to teach me a couple things about wine along the way. It has been great to enjoy the wonderful taste of wine in a relaxed atmosphere without the pretense so commonly associated with this wondering beverage.
- Pros: Relaxed, inviting atmosphere
- Cons: none
Perfect Neighborhood Place
by queen_dee
March 31, 2006
Everyday Wine has got it all! Great atmosphere, wonderful community, smoke-free, intriguing Art installations, a variety of wines and price levels, fabulous music shows and service with a great sense of humor. This is a place where locals hang out and new people are welcomed. On any given night, you'll find romantic couples, a group picnic, local neighbors sharing an impromptu meal. I know nothing about wine and the owner Beth, has been a wonderful, patient instructor. I always wanted to have a neighborhood hang-out where I'd be welcomed, and Everyday Wine is it!
- Pros: Friendly, Affordable, Porter
My favorite wine bar
by copperg
March 28, 2006
I love this place. It's unpretentious, the Friday tastings are fun and informative, and I get great advice on different wines to try -- she hasn't steered me wrong yet. I always get a friendly greeting from the resident dog (and the owner too). How many places can you bring in your own cheese and crackers or a pizza and select from hundreds of wine options? This place is cool. A great addition to the neighborhood.
- Pros: Great advice, Porter, the dog
pretty nice
by vedabrevis
March 26, 2006
This is simply a great neighborhood wine bar. You can either (1) pick up a bottle to take home to dinner; (2) hunker down at a table and work on your dissertation; or (3) chat with your neighbors at the bar. If you don't know anything about wine, Beth will help you figure out what you like. Ask her what's open, or try anything on the shelf. What's not to love? No snobbery, plenty of sass, good music, and a cute dog.
- Pros: good food close by, interesting art
- Cons: a rare needy customer
One of my favorite Portland hangouts
by schwag
March 25, 2006
Every Day Wine is a great, relaxed place to drink tasty, reasonably priced wine, talk to interesting people, meet old friends, or sit with your glass and read a book. In the last few years, this welcoming shop and wine bar has become a cornerstone of the Alberta Street experience, perfect for a pre-dinner glass, sharing a bottle with an intimate party, or enjoying a post-dessert nightcap.
Join the regulars, a rotating gaggle of neighborhood artists, musicians, writers, office workers, laborers, entrepreneurs, and other smart, friendly people. Or be left alone with your glass of pinot and your book, in one of the storefront window nooks or at a plush chairs in the back.
Last Thursdays and special musical events can also be quite festive and fun at the shop. Recommended.
- Pros: Quality of wine, Engaging clientele, Can bring food in
- Cons: Closed Sun & Mon
Great customer service
by house_of_thrills
March 24, 2006
Beth, the owner, runs the place by herself and even on busy nights she can pour, sugguest and tell a few jokes all in the same breath. You won't find snobby waiters or $125 bottles of California Cabernet; what you will find is a great selection from Oregon, South America, Italy and France, great, individual service from the proprietor, and a relaxed, fun atmosphere.
Bring in your own food and enjoy EDW!
Disappointing
by pdxchiatl
March 04, 2006
I'll agree with good selection and nice dog - but customer service always leaves me not wanting to come back. It's so disappointing because I want it to be my favorite stop in my neighborhood! The three times I have been, the staff was never welcoming nor attentive... even with ordering politely and tipping +20%. Come on, is it that hard to be nice to customers?
- Pros: decent selection, easy parking
- Cons: unwelcoming staff, unconditioned room
This casual wine bar in the hip Alberta neighborhood makes sipping accessible.
by Contributor
September 08, 2004
In Short
Wines are displayed on shelves retail-style, and everything is available to taste by the glass in a living room-like atmosphere. Comfy chairs, small tables and an informal bar are packed on weekends with 30-somethings playing board games and petting the resident dog. Wines hover around the $10-$15 range and include some great finds, with a few splurge-worthy bottles as well.
2 glasses a day keeps the MD away.
by kbdukelow
May 20, 2004
When you first arrive at Every Day Wine, Porter, the proprieter's friendly dog, will meet you at the door. Not far behind him will be Beth, the wise-cracking, fun-loving owner from Chicago. To your left are all the bottles of wine to choose from. To your right is the bar where you can mingle with others who like wine--not because they are snobs, but because wine tastes good. For those that aren't wine drinkers yet, Beth also offers bottled beer. If you are there with friends, tables are situated throughout the bar, and even outside if the weather is agreeable.
The wonderful thing about Every Day Wine is that you can choose to buy the whole bottle, or just have it opened and have 1 or 2 glasses. The prices are reasonable, and the atmosphere is always fun.
- Pros: Friendly, Great Selection, reasonable prices
- Cons: , street parking
