Ex Cellar Kingston

Ex Cellar’s Kingston branch brings the same formula to Market Place — wine shop you can drink in, knowledgeable staff, a selection that rewards curiosity. It’s become the default meeting spot for anyone who wants something more interesting than pub wine.

The location works brilliantly. Market Place’s evening atmosphere spills in, and the shop is small enough to feel intimate but stocked enough to always offer something new. The drill is the same as Surbiton: browse the shelves, ask for advice, and either take a bottle home or drink it here with a small corkage.

Less space than the Surbiton original, but the charm translates. Good for pre-dinner drinks that accidentally become dinner, or a quick pit stop to grab something better than supermarket plonk. The staff turnover knowledge from the mothership, so advice is solid.

Local’s Tip: Perfect first stop before a riverside walk or Market Place dinner. They’ll recommend something to match where you’re eating next.