The Urban Grape

What a great wine and liquor store! Near Blagden Alley, the wine and liquor pour into two rooms with a back room for tastings and more. If it's your first time, friendly staff guide you through their store. The wine room organizes the bottles by boldness. Also, the lower to the ground the wine, the more affordable it is. Go high and pay more. Liquor of all kinds fill another room and the prices aren't bad at all. We picked up an amaro $10 cheaper than where we usually get it at. They also have free wine tastings twice a week!

I went to The Urban Grape as I happened to be in the area, had heard great things and of course was on the lookout for some great wine and liquor to add to my collection! So glad to have experienced their unique style/method of displaying wine selections. With a huge variety of wines from different parts of the world - their options and service were all spectacular. As its Black History Month, I wanted a wine and a liquor to celebrate the month; and there were a lot of options to choose from. I bought a South African gin, wine from France & also bought a bottle rum for my husband for Valentine’s Day - which I’m sure he won’t be able to find elsewhere. I was sampled some of the gins that they have on offer before purchasing, and they chilled and opened one of the bottles of wines I bought… Which was a unique option/service that was appreciated. Looking forward to visiting again for their wine tastings, and learning more about “shopping progressively”!

Amazing selection of liquor and wine. I went to such a good education class here on Sake. Would have been nice if they offered small bites to purchase during the tasting however they did provide pizza. I learned a lot and I had a good time, something different to do!

I was really excited to attend the opening night celebration for the Urban Grape DC. The Urban Grape is a well known Black owned wine shop in Boston that brought it's very unique method of wine-buying model to DC!! The Urban Grape focuses on BIPOC produced beverages found both in the store and online. It was so amazing to see so many powerhouses in the same space. The Urban Grape not only has a wine wall that categorizes wine by body as opposed to varietal and/or region, but there are also plenty of spirits available for purchase. The staff present for the opening celebration were kind, knowledgeable and so helpful! Looking forward to having this new staple in DC. I absolutely loved the space! Congratulations on your opening!

A beautifully set up shop with a great selection of wine and spirits that are high quality and at a fair price. The staff is very friendly and inviting and their wine knowledge is top notch. Be sure to check out their free public tastings every Thursday evening and Saturday afternoons.

Great place! The staff is attentive, courteous and extremely knowledgeable. They offer free wine tastings weekly which I think is a great way to engage and educate the community about wine. I am a loyal customer :)

Hadley, thank you so much for organizing everything so beautifully for my husband’s birthday private wine tasting. The care and attention you put into curating the wine and chocolate pairings really showed, and I so appreciate your patience throughout the planning process. And Chelle, the wine educator —what a fantastic job she did facilitating the experience! Her knowledge, warmth, and energy brought it all to life. The wines were so well chosen, and the chocolate pairings were absolutely perfect. It was such a memorable and special time. Thank you both again for making it happen!

Quant little spot on the corner to catch a quick sip of spirits and libations. My bestie and I attended their free wine tasting this pass weekend. It can get a little tight once the people pile in so get there early, get a taste, make a purchase and move on if tight and crowded is not your thang. Otherwise I say go for it and grab a few and network away!

What a great wine and liquor store! Near Blagden Alley, the wine and liquor pour into two rooms with a back room for tastings and more. If it's your first time, friendly staff guide you through their store. The wine room organizes the bottles by boldness. Also, the lower to the ground the wine, the more affordable it is. Go high and pay more. Liquor of all kinds fill another room and the prices aren't bad at all. We picked up an amaro $10 cheaper than where we usually get it at. They also have free wine tastings twice a week!

I went to The Urban Grape as I happened to be in the area, had heard great things and of course was on the lookout for some great wine and liquor to add to my collection! So glad to have experienced their unique style/method of displaying wine selections. With a huge variety of wines from different parts of the world - their options and service were all spectacular. As its Black History Month, I wanted a wine and a liquor to celebrate the month; and there were a lot of options to choose from. I bought a South African gin, wine from France & also bought a bottle rum for my husband for Valentine's Day - which I'm sure he won't be able to find elsewhere. I was sampled some of the gins that they have on offer before purchasing, and they chilled and opened one of the bottles of wines I bought... Which was a unique option/service that was appreciated. Looking forward to visiting again for their wine tastings, and learning more about "shopping progressively"!

I came here for a tasting in a rainy Saturday and the place was packed. Upon entry, my party was greeted by Nick who kindly looked up our reservation and encouraged us to use the coat rack. The tastings were soooo yummy and the team was very knowledgeable. Michelle did a fantastic job describing each of the wines we sampled. Also, the playlist was *chefs kiss* and the restrooms were very clean. The also have an area in the back where you can drink the wine your purchased. Urban Grapes is perfect for a date, time with friends, or a solo adventure. This is the perfect place to purchase wine and select liquors...RUN to support this amazing business

Urban Grape is an absolute gem in the heart of DC, conveniently located near the convention center. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with top-notch customer service. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about their craft, always ready to help you find the perfect bottle or introduce you to something new. One of the standout features of Urban Grape is their free events, especially the tastings! They host wine and whiskey tastings throughout the week, which are not only fun but also educational. Fellas...pay attention...this could be a date night option for sure. The space itself is warm and inviting, making it easy to feel at home while exploring their impressive selection. They even have a back area for drinking and uncorking with friends. Urban Grape has truly mastered the art of combining great products, stellar service, and a welcoming atmosphere. I can't recommend it enough definitely stop

Thought I'd give this place another try a year later. I stopped by on Saturday afternoon and the door was locked. There is a sign that says it is apparently now "locked at all times", and to "ring the doorbell and have your valid photo ID ready". Like a pawn store or sex shop lol. I rang the bell, waited briefly, nothing happened, so I left. There was also no door knob on the front door (?), and their front window has featured a large picture of an apparent shoplifter for several months. I get that the store needs security but the way they've gone about it is just a weird vibe.

I was really excited to attend the opening night celebration for the Urban Grape DC. The Urban Grape is a well known Black owned wine shop in Boston that brought it's very unique method of wine-buying model to DC!! The Urban Grape focuses on BIPOC produced beverages found both in the store and online. It was so amazing to see so many powerhouses in the same space. The Urban Grape not only has a wine wall that categorizes wine by body as opposed to varietal and/or region, but there are also plenty of spirits available for purchase. The staff present for the opening celebration were kind, knowledgeable and so helpful! Looking forward to having this new staple in DC. I absolutely loved the space! Congratulations on your opening!

I went soley for the wine tasting event for Kumusha, Aslina, and HER. I felt welcomed immediately I walked into the event, and that was much appreciated! The process of sampling the wines was a bit rougher than I hoped though. It was definitely hectic to navigate and get the attention of the employees who were explaining and pouring the wines. However, props to them for such an initiative and being very knowledgeable about the wines. I will definitely recommend this place to all wine lovers!

I attended the Urban Grape DC wine tasting event for Aslina and Kumusha. It was quite an amazing experience. I had the pleasure of meeting the owner (TJ) who was an inspiration; Patrick was very helpful in helping me pick out some new wines and educating me on the progressiveness of the wines. Moreover, every staff member that I interacted with was friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. The space is beautiful and they also have a private room in the back to host events. I look forward to returning and the Urban Grape being my regular wine shop. The Urban Grape is really more than a wine store; it is an experience rooted in promoting diversity and education.

Friendly, helpful staff Fun tastings Great organization, good selections Cool store layout Frequently come by for all my wine needs

The staff here are a bit weird. I cannot define the term exactly because while I was treated ok my friend was not. We came here for the wine tasting. While (5) five of us showed ID and one did not have a physical copy of her ID but she did have it on her phone. They did not accept it. Ok. Fine. However, 2 seconds later another couple comes in and they do not ID them at all and allow them to taste the wine. I go up to the associate and say hey did you ID them? She just looks blankly like "ohhh" she eventually asks for ID but I am unsettled. If I didn't ask she would have allowed them to drink. I do not recommend this business.

Such a cool spot with a wide variety of wines and other alcohol!! Everyone make sure enough check out this Black owned business!