Gabriel’s Wine & Spirits

Terrible customer service, staff is rude and very inefficient. There were probably 4 customers in the store and it took me 10 mins to checkout

Gabriel’s provides a good selection of beer, wine, and spirits with a friendly and helpful staff (helped me pick out some of the best sipping tequila — Ambhar). I typically hit this place up for some libations when visiting my folks, but I noticed a Total Wine close by and Gabriel’s prices seemed about $ 3 more expensive per bottle of liquor. I know you get a discount for paying in cash, so maybe that brings the prices to even, but I typically charge everything so in future visits to San Antonio, I’ll be going to Total Wine (which also seems to have an even bigger selection).

Gabe’s is single-​handedly the best place for beer in San Antonio, probably south central Texas, and arguably the entire state. Bob is a supreme guru of beer and beer distribution. I think these guys have mastered the distributors because there’s absolutely no lack of beer from anywhere in the country including importers from other countries. I could go on about how important this is, but I’ll move on. The store is clean and also offers a wide range of spirits and wines. Occasionally, they’ll invite a rep to provide samples of whatever liquor they’d like for you to buy. That’s great since choosing, say, a Tequila can be difficult from one brand to the next without trying them first. The store also has party supplies and a great little cigar room. Some products are refrigerated in case you just can’t wait to get home. (Kidding)

I drive 25 minutes from my side of town to get to this particular Gabriel’s because they have the largest selection of craft beer that I’ve ever seen and they are clean, knowledgeable and friendly. One of the associates spent a good 20 minutes with us helping us pick out a chocolate stout and we went home with three different kinds. Thank God for that guy, because we found our new favorite beer!
Although they don’t sell the Banana Bread Beer that we enjoy from Spec’s we have found so many different «five star» beers here that keep us coming back. To name a few, (Aecht Schlenkerla Rauchbier, Steinlager Classic and the Lugene Chocolate Milk Stout).
Make sure to look at the cases on the sides of the aisles as they are usually discounted for 6.99−9.99 $ and it’s an awesome way to try new beer. Also, pay in cash or with a debit card to get a small discount.

gabriel’s got me out of a bind. needed schlitz beer for my visiting in laws and gabriel’s was the only place that had it. prices were reasonable so i found wine, crown, mud slide etc… to get too. i asked about keg prices since my husband gets a keg of beer every couple months. store was clean and organized. will be back.

Great store for all your liquor, beer and wine needs. Huge selection! I’m a beer person myself the variety they have is immense! When I went they wrre sampling a few different items (local beer, spiced rum) the staff was friendly and the place was pretry clean. The onlu downside from my part is that it’s a little to up north from where I live.

As I walked in the door here, I was immediately impressed with the size and layout of the store. I started walking around and looking.
I quickly became disillusioned as I could not find help. I was there in the middle of the afternoon. I was one of maybe three customers. There had to be at least ten employees working. The older gentlemen in the middle of the store was so consumed with his phone that he didn’t even seem to notice my presence. I walked around for 15 minutes and no one was available.
Eish.
I will not be coming back here.

I’ve been coming to this Gabriel’s since its inception, and it’s about time for review.
Regardless of what type of adult beverage you’re into, they seem to have it all. Great craft beer selection with focus on local San Antonio Texas breweries. Great selection of wine and spirits and staff is extremely friendly and knowledgeable.
Go talk to Robert the manager, and you’ll find one of the most knowledgeable. Guys in San Antonio and all of Texas.

This place is huge and has just about anything you’re looking for in regards to wine, spirits and beer, from all over the world.
With their incredible variety, they can accommodate any budget — from under $ 10 to well over $ 1000.
Oh, and it’s a very nice touch that someone always personally greets you upon entering the store.

This review is based on 5 to 10 visits since the place opened. I generally prefer the locally owned small businesses and try to avoid megastores. But this place is too good to deny. LOVE IT. We have yet to not find a wine that we like. Selection is unbelievably vast. You can find cheap (but good) wines in the $ 5 – 7 range or splurge and find a $ 5000 magnum. Store is laid out well with each varietal clearly and LARGELY labeled. Staff are always attentive and helpful. They offer a significant discount to cash buyers, so bring paper and leave your plastic at home.
OVERALL: OUTSTANDING. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Disappointed. Stopped in on the way to my hotel to grab a couple of cigars and some local beer. The beers didn’t disappoint. An attentive employee noticed me looking around for beer and pointed me to the «local» section. Unfortunately, the cigars were bone dry and made my late night smoke less than enjoyable. Not sure how much to judge a liquor store on cigars, but if you’re gonna sell ‘em then they should at least be of average quality.

I like this place, the best selection of beer in town, although Spec’s is close. I love that they have a large selection of beer singles to select from. I don’t really want to have to buy an entire sixer to try a beer I’ve never had, but I’ll easily buy a single to see if I like it. They have quite a few tastings in store as well. There are some nice, but overpriced, beer glasses for sale too. Prices here are about the same as they are at Specs. Two other places with good selections to buy beer are HEB at Alon and the Super HEB on 1604 and Bandera.

Joe Baker is probably the most knowledgeable wine person in town, if you ever need advice on wine or a suggestion for a pairing, he will do you right.
If you look into the temp controlled wine cave, you will discover the phrase — wine porn. I’d love to spend more time there but then they will probably call the police on me. Old world, new world, first growths, Burgs, Rhones, cults, oh mine, it will make you wish your dad was Bill Gates and he’s already gave you your inheritance.

A liquor store that also emphasizes beer. About time! Their liquor selection is still quite amazing too. Walked in here one day looking for the local cactus vodka. Walked out with a 6 pack that costed me 14 dollars… + the Vodka. Ya if your into your beer you should be careful. Staff was well informed and good at service.
Looking forward to my next adventure here again soon. This time I’m gonna be aware of that 14 dollar 6 pack of beer though. Needless to say it was the most fun 6 pack I have tackled in my semi short existence.
I was told they hold tastings on Saturday. I would like to visit them when they are doing so to check out some cocktail recipes.

This Gabriel’s Liquor is the superstore of all Gabriel’s. The place is literally as big as a mid-​sized grocery store, complete with shopping carts and all. Not to mention it’s in one of the nicer areas of town with a lot of shops, restaurants, lounges, and a couple of grocery stores just around the corner.
Not only do they have an excellent selection of spirits, wines, champagnes, and beers, they offer outstanding specials, complimantary wine samples, and an extended discount if you pay using cash/​debit. I once purchased a box of 12 bottles of white zin for only $ 12!!! I’ve never been to this retail location on a day that they were not advertising some kind of sale price or special discount. Both the 1.75 liters of Stoli vodka and Appleton Jamaican rum are always priced substantially lower than other liquor stores I have been to, including the smaller Gabriel’s stores.
The employees are very friendly and knowledgeable as well as helpful; always willing to help you search for what you’re looking for. The wide selection, upkeep of this wonderful store, and exceptional levels of customer service will definitely have me coming back again and again!

I have to admit, as a guy, I really enjoy walking through Lowe’s or Home Depot and just looking at all the cool tools and assorted home items, even if I don’t purchase anything. Gabriel’s brings the same pleasure. I will normally stop in to pick up a weekly special or just replenish my bourbon stock when I’m not going to pass a Costco liquor (the high-​end scotch I get from Joe Saglimbeni’s). Sometimes, however, I aimlessly meander through the store and marvel at the ridiculous variety of brands and flavors (marshmallow vodka, anyone?) It’s sensory overload. And, I’m a bit miffed that I just can’t buy one of every bottle, invite 20 friends over, let them gaze longingly at my bar, and then coolly say «So, what can I create for your pleasure?»
Anyway, back to Gabe’s…
They offer free tastings. Great.
They have a very nice selection of stemware and bar accessories. Bonus.
The staff is always friendly. Lagniappe.
Overall, hit it up. You’ll get what you need, probably something you don’t, and you won’t later regret it. Better than an exciting and adventurous first date that does not result in a second. Trust me on this…
Just so you know, an even larger store called Total Wine and More will very likely be coming to Texas soon. Not only will Gabriel’s and Spec’s be challenged, they’ll be dominated by this place. More selection of wine and rare or hard-​to-​find items than I’ve ever seen. And the best characteristic? Prices regularly are lower. I bought a 1.75 liter bottle of 90 proof Maker’s Mark last week at a Reno location for $ 34.99.
Cheers!

Gabriel’s Superstore is like going to a minor league football game and then scoring tickets to the superbowl. When you get there it is huge. There are beers and spirits everywhere. But i’m not into spirits, exit stage left to the beer section. My jaw dropped. My mouth was salivating. They had so many many beers that you have only heard of in lore or thought would never make their way to our town, let alone any store.

What I liked about this store are the people that work there. The staff and employees are super-​friendly and are very knowledgeable. I saw an employee search his aisles just to help find a specific brew a customer was looking for. Now that’s service. The store is clean and spacious so you don’t feel like you are cramped in. The only caveat to this great place are the prices. They sell boutique, seasonal and ultra-​rare brews here with top-​dollar price tags attached to them. So if you are used to purchasing Budweiser or Lite Beer at La Fiesta this store isn’t for you. But in these rare instances I always use the old adage, «You get what you pay for.» So people with that specific palette for craft~brews will know what time it is.
If craft~beers are your religion then this place would be your Mecca. Sure, it is a bit of a drive and pricey but when you can no longer heed your call for some killer brewsky go check this place out! Hopefully this new wave of sudsy sprawl will make its way to my hood rather than the typical Money Box or Family Dollar.

Think Globally. Drink locally.

Forget Whole Foods, this Gabriel’s Superstore is the true gem of the Vineyard! Before trying this wine & spirits mecca out, I had all but given up hope of finding my precious beer Wittekerke aka the Holy Grail. Not even Spec’s, Central Market or Whole Foods carried this canned Belgian White! But at Gabriel’s, among the huge selection of craft and imported cervezas, there it was. We embraced like old friends. I feel like the moment may be much more romanticized in my head.
Anyway, Sarah F. did have a valid argument that the aisles are a bit smooshed (legit word) together but I just can’t bear to give this Beer/​Wine/​Liquor snobs dream anything less than 5 stars. Who ever is the the Duke/​Duchess here, I’m coming for you.

As far as liquor warehouses go this place is pretty okay. They have amazing «2 FOR» and «3 FOR» deals on wines and whatnot that you typically don’t see at other chains. Primarily I went to this location because they have La Bestia Amiable from Ranger Creek in stock. Best beer ever. Plus they also have an insanely extensive beer selection and the option to make your own 6-​pack which I may have to take them up on next time I drop by.
One gripe that I do have is that the rows are hella cramped which makes it nearly impossible to find what you want due to sensory overload. On that same note, upon stepping into the store it’s like you’ve been transported to Las Vegas with neon signs galore and booze as far as the eye can see.

Love this place. Mr. J. Baker is very helpful and knowledgable about wine. He really goes out of his way to help you. Great selection of wine and spirits. You get a better deal if you pay cash or debit.