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Crystal Lake Food & Liquor
540 E Terra Cotta Ave STE E, Crystal Lake, IL 60014, United States
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Crystal Lake Food & Liquor
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JA
Review №1

Love this place! As a liquor store - He carries fancy products such as games, bottle holders, sun glasses, hats & greeting cards and many more... like the craft beers & Huge varieties on bourbon whiskey. look at the clean floor and very pleasant feeling when I was walking around. i would definitely recommend this liquor store.

Ch
Review №2

Best selection in town!If you cant find what youre looking for they will order it for you.Unique selection of bourbon, whisky, vodka and local craft beer that cant be found elsewhere.Great prices and customer service!Owner works hard to please everyone and meet the needs of his clients.

Cy
Review №3

We went there last night on our way to a party. We were looking for a good whiskey to bring as a gift. We were guided to the direction. We then needed mixers for ourselves. The cranberry was in a cooler. That was nice. Here’s the best part, as I was paying my husband asked for the little shots of fireball. We were asked, “do you want that chilled?” We both said “Yaaa” it was chilling in a mini fridge! Genius. It’s the little things, the good customer service, and the above & beyond! Totally recommend this place!

jo
Review №4

I really liked this store. they carry a great craft beer and tequila. he said that he always checks the review and rating before he orders specially craft beer and bourbon whiskey, which is good way to make collection for customer and easy for customer to buy it. now a days many state makes a great whiskey, I did not know until I saw at this store. over all nice store I enjoyed shopping at local, in fact wherever I travel I dont shop at big boxes, but support small places like this. Definitely will shop again.

Do
Review №5

Always try to stop by when Im in town because Suresh carries a great bourbon selection and the pricing is always much cheaper than my local stores. Id lost my debit card and google pay wasnt working so Suresh paid for it and let me send him money directly. Great service and selection. Highly recommend!

Ch
Review №6

This place is the best!!! Amazing customer service. The owner has the best memory too. I walk in and say “my boss said to get this wine”…and he’ll say “yeah…it’s right there”. What?!?! He’s good peeps!!

Mi
Review №7

The best liquor store in town! Great owner and great liquor selection. He has also offered to put in advance keg orders of the beer of my choice!

Ka
Review №8

Suresh went out of his way to explain all the bourbon he carries, told me details of why he carries them and made recommendations based on both price, reviews, and what his customers like. Really happy I stopped in here today! Give him a try, especially if you are looking for a gift and need some advice.

Ma
Review №9

Great Service thank you so much for helping me find a Special Bourbon for a special birthday Service was 👍

Ke
Review №10

Great place! Good prices,very helpful and friendly gentleman working there named Lonnie. Definitely recommend this place 👍

Mi
Review №11

Best small liquor store around. Has all I could ever want; no need to go to the big box liquor stores. Prices are good, customer service is the best, and he always knows what you like, and makes sure he has what you like in stock at all times! I always stop in every couple of days after I get off work.

Sa
Review №12

I have been coming to this store for a while and would usually just get basic beer for our hockey game because the store is conveniently located by the rink. I have not been in here for a little while because COVID had us not playing hockey. I was so pleasantly surprised when I went in there! I am a huge craft beer nerd and to see things like Noonwhistle in store with good dates blew my mind. Super convenient, great prices and phenomenal customer service! Also the selection of whiskey was second to none in the area! If you like good beer or a good whiskey do yourself a favor and stop in here! It is worth it I can’t say it enough this place is fantastic!

Da
Review №13

Great variety of top shelf liquor. I get text notifications whenever they get great bourbons in. But I’m sure whatever your drink is they would accommodate accordingly. Great service, super friendly and competitive pricing to the big chains. Very satisfied!

An
Review №14

Owner is amazing! Super friendly and personable. And what I love most is his vast knowledge of all his products. Always something new, exotic and always at great price. Just tell him what you like and prefer and hell show you a wine, liquor, or beer that is PERFECT for YOU. He cares about his customers and REMEMBERS them! THIS is the reason to shop local! I highly suggest stopping here before you go to Armanettis or Binnys.

Pr
Review №15

I been to other liquor store 1/2 mile away. Not satisfied there. But this Store, GREAT, customer service friendly, SURESH is always helpful, keep store nice and clean. Great huge selections of bourbon whiskey, Craft beer always something new. And season beers 🍺. Coolers door clean and always priced and lights always ON. I definitely tell everyone to shop here. I always support small business. But this Satisfaction guarantee & DEFINITELY.

Da
Review №16

You didnt sell me beer because my liscence expired 3 days ago. Lucky for me, the liquor store across the street was happy to take my money.

Em
Review №17

This store has the best service. The employees are always very friendly and helpful. This is my go-to liquor store!

Na
Review №18

The best liquor store in town, easy in n out. 7 star customer service, big selections of liquor. I glad to recommend this store. Never disappointed ever.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ this store carries Bourbon whiskey owned by Combat disabled veterans as well. .....

Me
Review №19

I came in from Canada to visit friends and stopped in at the store and received the awesome service Lonnie Horton was there and extremely helpful and offered several recommendation which were very excellentThe store is convenient and well stocked

Vi
Review №20

Very unique one of a kind liquor store! Amazing products, prices, & service! Shop here!

An
Review №21

If I could give a 0 star I would. I have an expired license that Illinois has extremeded until august 2021 and they wouldnt sell to me. Good enough to drive but not to buy some beer at age 35 🤔🤔My drivers license expired in January 2021. Stop making up lies because you got a truthful, bad review. Instead of trying to accuse me of having a DUI ( which people with a diu can still purchase alcohol) you should train your employees the Illinois state laws.

Aj
Review №22

This is my go to liquor place! Great selection!

Lu
Review №23

Great customer service, friendly atmosphere and personal service. I have had custom orders that have always come in fast and on time! Definitely the best liquor store in Crystal Lake!

Ha
Review №24

Great variety, always have what I am looking for, will have deal prices, and very nice staff and owner. Highly recommend!

Ch
Review №25

A hidden gem. There is a large, well curated, selection of whiskey/whisky, including Bourbon, Rye, Irish, and Scotch. He gets allocations of things that you would not expect to find at a smaller, local food and liquor. Outstanding selection, friendly owner. Can’t find it, try here.

Ma
Review №26

Synde is the greatest. The owner is so nice. Good prices. 👍

Am
Review №27

Owner is very friendly! Great bourbon and tequila selection as well as wines. A must visit. Support small and local.

Ky
Review №28

Great local liquor store, me and my wife stop in here every week or so. They have a huge selection, fair prices and the people who work here are very nice and eager to help with anything you need.

he
Review №29

I was on the phone for the couple of things and no one had it except this store, I was very happy for the stuff i was looking for. pastis liqueur, malort liqueur, Jackson morgan and vesperTino. I bought these 5 items and made my day, this Indian dude is awesome and very knowledgeable. specially as soon as I walk in, it was very pleasant, smells very fresh and clean floor.I did not notice huge selection of BOURBON WHISKEY as a small store he had some goodies! I would recommend this place to shop.

Lo
Review №30

I like the great selections of Bourbons and whiskeys and the craft beers and very pleasant to walk into and love how they remember all thier regular customers.

Ro
Review №31

I love supporting a local shop! Their selection and prices are phenomenal!

Jo
Review №32

They have a great bourbon selection and Suresh the owner always seems to have something new and rare every time I stop in. Friendly store and fair prices. Whenever Im in Crystal Lake I stop by even if its just to say hello..

je
Review №33

Love this place! People are super nice and prices are great!!

Re
Review №34

Great customer service! Best prices in town!

To
Review №35

Really good selection of craft beers, decently priced.

Ro
Review №36

Great store, decent prices and a large selection of products including craft beer, specialty beers and wines, tobacco products, and much more. Suresh, store owner is a great business man and good guy. And Jessie, part time employee, offers great customer service and makes shopping there a pleasure. I would highly recommend this business as one stop shop for many reasons.

ka
Review №37

Owner is extremely friendly with a nice selection of bourbon in the store!

Da
Review №38

The new owner is fantastic. Super friendly guy. We got a keg for a party there. No problems at all picking up or dropping off. Good price on it too. Clean, well lit store with a decent selection. Great neighborhood liquor store.

Pa
Review №39

Great service with smile and I like the cleanness. I been coming to this store long enough since he openedAnd I like the way owner was trying to keep clean specially during covid19. And he also had a mask on. Again keep it up.

Ch
Review №40

I love my neighborhood store! I buy my cbd products here and Suresh recommends all the best products at the best prices. The store is very clean and well stocked. We needed last minute birthday candles for my son’s cake and they definitely had them and it was the only store open. Support local and buy food and necessities for this time in your life at this shop! It’s my favorite!

Ag
Review №41

Great selection and good prices.

bi
Review №42

Great selection of craft beers, wines, and premium liquor. Frozen foods are also available. Sodas, Energy drinks, bottled water, and dairy products on premises.Combine that with quality service, and this place can’t be beat.

De
Review №43

I was in this store the 1st time to buy some water and a pop. The worker did nit have a mask on. They have no plexiglass to protect himself or the customer. I handed I’m the money from as far a distance as possible. I asked him why he did not wear a mask his answer he did not like the feeling and had problems breathing. I said I hope I don’t get Covid from him. I had a mask on. I used hand sanitizer before getting in my car. I am an Oncology Nurse so health safety is very critical. The worker came out of the store and called out to me to show he was using hand sanitizer. Fine but he is still spreading Getms from his mouth. Probably will not return do to his lack of caring fir his customers

Ca
Review №44

My favorite human in the whole world owns this joint! He is the best and loves requests for new products in store! Best liquor store ever!!

Ky
Review №45

Always awesome, great people. Great selection and prices! Highly recommend!

Ar
Review №46

Very nice man

Mi
Review №47

Excellent service, especially friendly. Also, great prices!

Aa
Review №48

Super awesome service !!!

Co
Review №49

Great customer service and owner. Im happy every time I go!

Ch
Review №50

The prices here are ridiculous and this is not a poor neighborhood. Maybe thats why but they are insane

Mi
Review №51

Rude racist and expensive, called me a cracker after harassing me for taking to long to select a beer, got mad when I didnt buy due to being too expensive.

xx
Review №52

Great ribs good deals

Bi
Review №53

Suresh is a great owner and very helpful with bourbon selections. Unlike other liquor stores, he does not price gouge with ridiculous secondary pricing

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  • Address:540 E Terra Cotta Ave STE E, Crystal Lake, IL 60014, United States
  • Phone:+1 815-356-0022
Categories
  • Convenience store
  • Liquor store
Working hours
  • Monday:10AM–11PM
  • Tuesday:10AM–11PM
  • Wednesday:10AM–9PM
  • Thursday:10AM–10PM
  • Friday:10AM–10PM
  • Saturday:10AM–10PM
  • Sunday:10AM–10PM
Service options
  • In-store shopping:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
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