Last updated September 26, 2026 · ranked from 607 Google reviews · How we rank
All six picks in this guide to the best liquor and wine stores in Birmingham, MI are within the city, with Google ratings ranging from 4.5 to 4.9 stars. Eton Market leads the list with 4.9 stars from 90 reviews, followed by Old Woodward Cellar Wine Store with 4.9 stars from 64 reviews. Third-ranked Kakos Fine Wine, Beer & Spirits has the most reviews of the six: 186, with a 4.8-star rating. Birmingham Wine takes fourth with 4.9 stars from 27 reviews. Elie Wine Co follows at 4.6 stars from 62 reviews, and ML Spirits rounds out the list with 4.5 stars from 178 reviews.
Top picks at a glance
1Eton MarketEton Market carries natural wines and craft beers, with reviewers praising staff guidance tailored to their tastes.
2Old Woodward Cellar Wine StoreOld Woodward Cellar Wine Store carries Bordeaux, Burgundy and natural wines, hosts winemaker tastings, and earns praise for knowledgeable staff.
3Kakos Fine Wine, Beer & SpiritsKakos Fine Wine, Beer & Spirits stocks around customer preferences, with one reviewer praising its tequila selection and knowledgeable service.
4.9(90)· Google4.9 out of 5 from 90 reviews (Google rating)
Wine store
Open now · closes 9:00 PM
Wine selection and personal guidance earn Eton Market the No. 1 spot in Birmingham, MI. Reviewers describe interesting natural wines, helpful owners and a wine director, with one shopper crediting the staff for finding wines suited to their taste. Another mentions wine tasting sessions and a walk-in beer cooler. At 221 N Eton St, the market also carries craft beers, artisanal cheeses and snacks. Its 4.9 Google rating from 90 reviews, daily hours and free parking round out the reasons to visit.
Natural wine selection
Helpful wine guidance
Walk-in beer cooler
“If you’re looking for a unique shopping experience with a hometown feel, you absolutely need to visit Eton Market! This quaint and welcoming market is stocked with so many amazing finds. From delicious candies and flavored popcorn to an …”
4.9(64)· Google4.9 out of 5 from 64 reviews (Google rating)
Wine store
Open now · closes 6:00 PM
Bordeaux, Burgundy and natural wines anchor the selection at Old Woodward Cellar Wine Store in Birmingham, MI. Its No. 2 ranking rests on that range, winemaker tastings and customer praise for knowledgeable, helpful staff. One reviewer also singles out fair prices and an excellent wine selection. The shop holds a 4.9 Google rating from 64 reviews. Zalto glassware and Wagyu beef round out the inventory, while in-store pickup provides another way to shop.
Classic and natural wines
Winemaker tastings
Knowledgeable staff
“It is a perfect wine store. Some of the best wine I have ever had came from here and the prices are fair for their more than excellent wine selection. If you're in Metro Detroit, please go here.”
4.8(186)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 186 reviews (Google rating)
Liquor store
Open now · closes 8:00 PM
Product knowledge and customer-specific stocking earn Kakos Fine Wine, Beer & Spirits the No. 3 spot. The Kakos family has served Birmingham, MI and Metro Detroit since 1973, carrying wine, beer and spirits selected around customers’ preferences. The store says it will order missing items or find a substitute, while one reviewer specifically praises its tequila selection and knowledgeable service. A 4.8 Google rating from 186 reviews supports its placement. In-store pickup and free on-site parking add practical convenience.
Serving since 1973
Special ordering available
In-store pickup
“This place is the best, a great selection of tequila!
Joe is very knowledgeable!”
4.9(27)· Google4.9 out of 5 from 27 reviews (Google rating)
Wine store
Help choosing a bottle is a recurring strength in reviews of Birmingham Wine, earning it the No. 4 spot. Reviewers praise its curated selection, knowledgeable staff, and assistance picking wines as gifts. This women-owned small business at 798 N Old Woodward Ave, Suite B, in Birmingham, MI holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 27 reviews. Delivery and in-store pickup add practical convenience, while a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, and restroom support visits to the shop.
Knowledgeable wine guidance
Gift selection help
Delivery and pickup
“Wonderful store. Fantastic, curated selection with a very knowledgeable staff eager to pick your next favorite wine”
4.6(62)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 62 reviews (Google rating)
Wine store
Open now · closes 7:00 PM
French and Spanish wines give Elie Wine Co its focus and earn it the No. 5 spot in Birmingham, MI. The store at 1601 E 14 Mile Rd describes a thirty-year history in that specialty, with a French selection broader than its website shows. Reviewers praise the depth of wine knowledge and recommendations for both table wine and grander selections. A 4.6 Google rating from 62 reviews supports its inclusion, while free parking and Monday–Saturday hours of 10 a.m.–7 p.m. make visits straightforward.
French and Spanish
Knowledgeable wine recommendations
Free parking lot
“What an incredible store. It is really one of a kind and Elie was helpful in recommendations for both table wine and grander selections. I’m visiting my parents in town from NYC, and was able to pick up some fantastic wine. If this store…”
4.5(178)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 178 reviews (Google rating)
Wine store
Open now · closes 9:00 PM
Inventory checks and help ordering items give ML Spirits a practical reason for its No. 6 spot. One reviewer describes staff confirming beer stock before a trip; another reports an out-of-stock item arriving two days after ordering, followed by a call from the store. Located at 33644 Woodward Ave in Birmingham, MI, it carries liquor, wine, beer, and cigars, with curbside pickup and home delivery available. Its 4.5-star Google rating from 178 reviews adds support, and it stays open until 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
Phone inventory checks
Special order help
Curbside pickup
“Not from the area and found them listed as a distributor of a beer I’ve been looking for for years. I called and they immediately checked inventory to confirm stock before I made the trip. They then grabbed what I was looking for and bro…”
Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.
How we ranked this list
Each liquor store is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Birmingham category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Liquor & Wine Stores in Birmingham, MI: common questions
Which stores have the highest Google ratings in this Birmingham, MI guide?
Eton Market, Old Woodward Cellar Wine Store and Birmingham Wine each have 4.9 stars, with 90, 64 and 27 reviews respectively. Kakos Fine Wine, Beer & Spirits has 4.8 stars from 186 reviews, the largest review count among these stores.
Where can I shop for wine or spirits later in the evening?
ML Spirits and Eton Market both list closing times of 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday. On Sunday, Eton Market is open 10 a.m.–8 p.m., ML Spirits 11 a.m.–6 p.m., and Kakos 11:59 a.m.–7 p.m.
Which stores offer delivery or pickup in Birmingham, MI?
ML Spirits offers home delivery, curbside pickup and in-store pickup. Eton Market offers delivery, while Birmingham Wine offers delivery and in-store pickup. Kakos and Old Woodward Cellar also offer in-store pickup; Kakos does not offer delivery.
Where should I look for French wines or natural wines?
Elie Wine Co specializes in French and Spanish wines and says its in-store French selection extends beyond its website. Old Woodward Cellar lists Bordeaux, Burgundy and natural wines. An Eton Market reviewer also specifically praises its natural-wine selection and helpful wine director.
Can a local store help source a bottle it does not have in stock?
Kakos says it will order a product it does not carry or find a substitute; call 248-644-1916. An ML Spirits reviewer reports that the store ordered an out-of-stock item and called when it arrived two days later. ML Spirits can be reached at 248-723-4455.
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