July 17, 2009
When I popped my head in, the selection was only slightly above average. Great ambiance, attentive service. A few Stone, Lost Abbey, one Mission when I went in, very many British and German beers. Not bad, not amazing.

July 9, 2009 [ Updated July 17, 2009 ]
(See my rating for the Toluca Lake location.) Friendly staff, neat little carpet floors, lots of wine, liquor, etc. It has its own little parking lot, which is convenient. For some reason, I was reminded of my ol’ grandfather’s house and neighborhood in Chicago. Anyway, there’s not much for those who want finer selection in beers. But if you *need* a craft brew, you’ll definitely find it here and be satisfied. Los Angeles is sorta a beer hell - in my opinion, so this isn’t bad; but of course I just moved from San Diego county!

December 18, 2008 [ Updated May 9, 2012 ]
Went in there the other day. Not as good as the Vendome in Toluca Lake by a long shot, but better than your average store. They do have the base La Face Neige Ice Cider, which is a rarity in California, but it is expensive and 36 dollars for a 375ml. They also have a deli in the back. There beer selection does not look as though it gets much visiting from beer geeks, they still have plenty of Stone Cali Belgique on the shelves. Selection has a couple things you will not see anywhere else, but nothing mind blowing at all. Score: 66.

Re-rate: Selection has been gradually improving over the last few years, and in the last 3 or 4 months it is gotten extremely good (to the point where it is becoming one of the best stores to shop at in West LA). Although the selection is still smaller than the Touluca Lake store, it is more concise and I feel probably gets a bit better turnover. Long seems to be doing a good job getting in some rarities. He may or may not have a few things hidden away in the back (always good to ask). All in all this place keeps getting better and better. Deli isn’t bad to eat at either.