Welp, I’m sure you heard the news. The stay-at-home mandate continues as is until May 15 (and probably in some other form after that).
Whether that makes you happy, sad, angry or anxious, this seems like a good time for a glass of wine.
Last week we shared the best places in New Orleans for to-go craft beers and cocktails. Today we’re taking a look at which of the city’s wine shops are still operating for curbside take-out or delivery.
Here’s a list of a dozen of our favorite local spots to pick up a bottle of red (or a bottle of white…depending on what kind of mood you’re in tonight).
Did we miss one? Leave us a note on social media so we can spread the word on who else is #NOLAopen.
Brady’s Wine Warehouse
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Hours: Every day; 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. on Monday through Saturday; noon until 6 p.m. on Sunday
Services: Store is open to enter, and delivery is available.
Contact: Place your order through their website (or app), or call 504-662-1488.
These guys are getting rave reviews on social media for their selection and — most notably — for the speed of their delivery. Customers report receiving their wine at their door within an hour of ordering!
Drink your wine from a New Orlans shop in this stemless glass engraved with a New Orleans map! Buy it on Etsy ($18)
Elio’s Wine Warehouse
Hours: Monday through Saturday; noon until 5 p.m.
Services: Curbside ordering and pick-up; or delivery through Drizly.com
Contact: See their up-to-date inventory on Drizly.com (enter in your address and Elio’s should appear as an option). You can order via Drizly.com or place an order curbside. Their phone number is 504-866-1852.
Just off of South Claiborne Avenue, this popular shop suggests checking out their stock on Drizly.com before stopping by. Once you know what’s available, swing by and they’ll meet you at the car to take your order.
Prefer your NOLA map on stemmed glassware? Buy it on Etsy ($19)
Faubourg Wines
Hours: Every day; noon until 7 p.m.
Services: Take-out
Contact: Call at 504-342-2217 or place order online here
This Marigny wine shop specializes in rare wines from small producers. Because of that, if you haven’t been before, you might be (pleasantly) surprised by their selection. Management suggests giving them a call if this is your first time (even if you have to suffer through a busy signal or two). If you’re familiar with the shop (or just really hate busy signals), use their online order form.
This wine bottle was recycled into a Saints fan’s dream-come-true. Buy it on Etsy ($14)
Grand Krewe Fine Wine and Spirits
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Hours: Every day; noon until 8 p.m. on Monday through Saturday; noon until 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Services: Curbside pick-up, with delivery available for orders exceeding $100.
Contact: Order online or call at 504-309-8309
Here’s another Marigny shop. They’ve got their stock listed on their website for online ordering. Then just pick-up your order curbside. If your order is more than $100, however, and you live in Orleans Parish, they’ll deliver to your home.
Want to save the rest of the bottle for later? Use this south-Louisiana wine stopper. Buy it on Etsy ($24)
The Independent Caveau NOLA
Hours: Thursday through Tuesday; noon until 6 p.m.
Services: Curbside pick-up, with delivery for orders of at least $75. Wines and great food.
Contact: Fill out this form, and The Independent will call you back to confirm. Or just call them at 504-702-8033.
This wine shop is near several breweries and distilleries on last week’s list, so stop here, too, and make it a party. When you’re choosing wines for pick-up or delivery, make sure to take a look at their excellent selection of cheeses, charcuteries, and chocolates! Give them a call or follow them on social media to get a glimpse of all they have to offer.
This wine bottle decoration will light up the life of any NOLA football fan. Buy it on Etsy ($25.95)
Keife & Co.
Hours: Monday through Saturday; noon until 4 p.m.
Services: Curbside pick-up and delivery.
Contact: Check their website to see what’s in stock. Then order by email or by calling 504-523-7272.
The focus at this CBD shop is creatively curated wine, spirits and specialty foods (lots of specialty foods!). Everything they offer is on their website, as are detailed instructions on how to email them (or call) with your order. Delivers under $100 are charged with a very reasonable $10 fee.
A wine bottle hand-painted with the Saints’ famous fleur de lis makes a great lamp. Buy it on Etsy ($30)
Martin Wine Cellar
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Hours: Every day; 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Monday through Saturday; 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Sunday.
Services: Curbside pick-up and delivery (no delivery charge for orders over $50)
Contact: Order via their website or call 504-899-7411. (Calling is recommended for large orders.)
As one of the leading (and longest-operating) wine shops in the city, Martin Wine Cellar has an extensive selection of wine, beer, spirits and food at a wide range of price points. They’ve got one shop Uptown, and another in Metairie. They also have a full deli with great sandwich options.
This photograph of a local wine shop on a lazy, rainy New Orleans morning will go perfect with your drink. Buy it on Etsy ($30)
Next to Nothing Wines
Hours: Every day; 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Services: Curbside pick-up
Contact: Order online or call 504-777-7626
Just off of South Broad Avenue, Next to Nothing Wines’ owner, Steve, is determined to get you the wine you want. If you want his advice, you can talk to him by phone, or you can choose the “pick me something” option on their website. If you know what you want, then you can just go ahead and pick yourself. Fun bottles of wine start as low as $12.
Sip on your wine in this Saints-decorated stemless glass. Buy it on Etsy ($24)
NOLA Wine Merchant
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Hours: Every day; 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. on Monday through Saturday; 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Services: Curbside pick-up and in-store shopping
Contact: Order by email or by calling 504-227-3888. If you’re unsure what you want, call the number for suggestions.
This small Magazine Street wine shop has a loyal Uptown following. Their stock isn’t listed online so consider following them on Instagram for ideas, swinging by their store with a mask on, or calling them for advice on what’s available.
Save some wine for tomorrow with this fleur de lis wine stopper. Buy it on Etsy ($12)
Prytania Wine & Spirits
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Hours: Monday through Saturday; 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Services: Curbside pick-up, in-store shopping and delivery
Contact: Order online or call 504-891-0448
Prytania Wine & Spirits occupies the space that originally housed the first Langenstein’s Grocery Store. So don’t be surprised when you go to place your online order and it reroutes you to the Lagenstein’s website. You’re in the right place, and you might as well order your groceries while you’re at it!
Maybe it’s an iconic local water meter wine stopper you’re looking for. Buy it on Etsy ($12)
Spirit Wine
Hours: Tuesday through Sunday; 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. on Tuesday through Saturday; noon until 6 p.m. on Sunday.
Services: Curbside pick-up or delivery ($10 if less than $100 and outside a 1-mile delivery radius)
Contact: Their online order form is best, but you can also order by email or call 504-309-8744
Ordering wine has never been so easy! It takes less than 60 seconds to fill out the online ordering form outlining your budget and taste preferences. In the snap of a finger you can purchase a half case (6 bottles) or a full case (12 bottles, 10% off) containing a mix of wines knowledgeable Spirit Wine employees think are perfect for your taste. (You can also order single bottles, too, of course.)
Set your wine glass down on one of these classic New Orleans coasters. Buy it on Etsy ($17.99)
Swirl Wine Bar & Market
Hours: Monday through Saturday; 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Services: Curbside pick-up or delivery (delivery requires a six-bottle minimum, must be within a three-mile radius, and includes a $5 delivery charge)
Contact: Call 504-304-0635
Customers are encouraged to call the store to place their order. A sampling of what might be available can be found here. Arrange curbside pick-up by paying over the phone, or step in the front of the store (giving those around you six-feet of space) and use their contactless credit card chip reader.
This Francophone-themed corkscrew is in the shape of a key. The fleur de lis top screws off to help you open your next bottle of wine. Buy it on Etsy ($134.57)
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So grab your wine of choice and take a load off! Are there any shops we’re missing? Let us know on social media and we’ll help spread the word.
WRITER MATT HAINES LIVES IN NEW ORLEANS. FOLLOW HIM FOR ALL THINGS BOOZE-RELATED AND OTHERWISE AT MATTHAINESWRITES.COM, AND ON FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM AND TWITTER.
