Warehouse Liquors

Called them to ask some questions about products, the worker was rude and short before he hung up on me after I thanked him for his time.

Warehouse Liquors is a solid liquor store that may or may not be right for you. Luckily for me, this is exactly what I was looking for so I stopped by multiple times on my trip.
Personally, I like Warehouse Liquors quite a bit. I’m a craft beer nerd from cali so I wanted to nab a few awesome Chicago brews to bring back home, and this place has quite the selection! They have a number of options from local breweries (revolution, pipeworks, mraz, and off color, etc.) and some out-​of-​state breweries I still find back home (sixpoint, surly, etc.). Prices are close-​ish to that other store in the area.
The whiskey selection is also very solid here too and the snack options are ok. The location is also supper convenient if you are in one of the nearby hotels.
There are a few drawbacks. The whiskey prices seems to be a bit high here. Moreover, if you are here for regular/​generic beers, you will probably be a bit disappointed.
Some other Unilocalers seemed to highlight poor customer service as a concern. I was fortunate enough to not have this problem. The whiskey guy helped me out and even suggested some whiskey bars I should hit during my trip. The craft beer guy (Armando) was apparently late to work for the first time ever. Someone caused a scene at the train station and made a number of people in Chicago late for work so I had to look up some of the beers on my smartphone. Also, service here for me was a bit spotty.
Still, I was satisfied with my experience here and look forward to stopping by on my next trip.

I wouldn’t even give this place a single star but I had to mark something to write a review. Save your time and never go to this store. I have never been treated so rudely in my life. Walked in there to ask about a rare beer release with a friend that lives close by and goes there regularly and after waiting a few minutes for anyone to come out of the back when a guy walks out and cut us off as we were asking and said they don’t have it and the short rude old asshole walked away. We said ok thanks and were walking out when he turned around and said even if I did have it you would not be able to get it because this is a local store for regular customers, it’s like a family you know not for people who just come around to buy this beer. We don’t serve to people like you that just walk in here and aren’t regulars. Wow if that is a type of family I sure don’t ever want to be in it and we were actually with someone that shops there regularly… So I guess none of us will be going back. You shouldn’t either. #badchicagoian

Went shopping for single malt whisky at this store. The store is clean and the staff is friendly. What struck me was the wide selection of single malt whisky they had. Bottles were arraigned neatly and they have nice hand written notes describing flavors and tit bits about the scotch.
However they are significantly over priced compared to Binnys. I wanted to pick up a bottle of Macallan 12 and Aberlour A-​Bundah. They were priced at $ 65 and $ 97 respectively. The same bottles were $ 52 and $ 79 at Binnys. A price difference of $ 31 plus the extra taxes you pay. I wouldn’t advice buying here unless you are rushed for time and live in the neighborhood.
Even a whole foods sells the Macallan for $ 50:-(

Pretty cool liquor store, they taste the whiskey before they order and will get single barrels that they request. Very reasonable prices on liquor, good selection, kind of messy but cool. I can’t admit what I bought, because I want it to be there again when I go back (nothing succeeds like excess)…quality beer selection, pretty diverse for the size of the store. A lot of 22ozers. Seem like nice people at the counter, my only wish is that it was a block away from where I live or worked.

Don’t waste your time. Way more hype and lip service, or lack of, than real service. The clerk acted like he just got back from Colorado. They have all of the obscure beers you could never imagine and none of the basics.

I had a refrigerator and it was hot and there were local beers to conquer. I went in and saw a cornucopia of delights. They had two types of local sour beer. I would eventually get both. One of the guys who worked here advised me. Which sour beer is best, he said this one is more vinegary .I said that’s the one I want. While you’re at it, what’s a kick ass local IPA. He recommended Working for the Weekend. Looks like they have a decent whisky selection.selection. Didn’t pay any attention to the wine.

Warehouse Liquors is a nice place. Great variety of beverages at good prices and carries stuff I haven’t seen anywhere else.
That said, the employee who rang up my purchase (I believe the owner) scoffed at me when I asked for a paper bag to put around one of the 3 bottles that I purchased and had to carry about 2 miles that were clanging around in the plastic bag he gave me. He said «well I put the green sleeves on there» but the green sleeves don’t cover the necks of the bottles, the most fragile part. The noise and my concern of breaking bottles were gone once I got the paper bag.
Regardless of whether or not he was right about the sleeves being sufficient, he argued over giving me ONE paper bag, after complaining to a friend for 10 minutes about how no one bought anything in the store anymore. If that’s the case, why are you arguing with a PAYING customer?
If you’re looking to try a new drink at a place that carries local stuff, and are near by check it out. Just hope for better service. With the multitude of liquor stores in this city to choose from I probably won’t be making the trip again.

I have been trying to limit my 5-​star reviews, but I cannot help but give Warehouse Liquors the big 5.
I go to Warehouse to explore new whiskey and scotches because their selection is unparalleled. Not only do they have a vast variety of whiskey, wine, beer, tequila (everything really), the prices are very competitive.
Finally, the customer service at Warehouse is phenomenal. I was offered samples of what I interested in and what they recommended (did I mention that they are extremely knowledgeable).
Overall, go here. You will not walk out dissatisfied.

Other than the fact that they no longer carry beer from Firestone Walker, this is my favorite craft beer destination in the city. These guys know their beer!

The Staff continues to impress. This business of booze has been forced to raise its game across the board. At the retail level, these guys are setting the bar in Chicago with an informed & passionate staff. TIL the difference between RM and NM champaign. WTF? How has no salesperson ever mention this to me? Bourbon selection is still curated by hand. Scotch selection is insane.

The name «Warehouse Liquors» was a little misleading to me, because this place is run more like a finely curated booze cellar than a warehouse, but that was just my initial reaction.
Extremely knowledgeable and friendly staff with a superb selection of Belgian and domestic craft beers and spirits. They have one of the biggest selections of local Chicago beers too from breweries like Pipeworks, Spiteful, Arcade, etc…
If you are a whisk (e)y geek, you should really check this place out. They have their own hand picked single barrel program and regularly have some of the rarer stuff in stock longer than the bigger stores. They have a nice little section of fine meats and artisan cheeses to go along with your purchases too.
Highly recommended… these guys are doing good things, check them out!

Very good to superb selection.
That said, prices are 30%+ higher then local competitors and mail order.

I was amazed at the cleanliness of this establishment, and the variety of wine and other alcohol that they carried! I wish I knew his name, there was a very knowledgeable and friendly younger man who helped us (and I would give him 5 stars), but then there was this crabby lady at the front register that really turned us off to this place. She sat up front petting her dog the entire forty minutes we were there not acknowledging any guests. We tried to make friendly conversation with her as she rang us out and asked her «How does the alcohol tasting work» (after we noticed a sign about it)? Meaning like, when is it, where is it, what are the alcohols we are trying.?? The lady responds, «You just show up.» We kind of look at eachother like ooooooookay. Then she says, «well it’s free if that’s what you were getting at.» I thought that was so rude of her to say, like insinuating that we were some free loaders. In Summary:
Helpful Man with vast knowledge on wine: 5 Stars
Cute doggie by the front door: 5 Stars
Ambiance and Alcohol Selection: 5 Stars
Crabby cashier Lady: 0 Stars

So much stuff!!! I came here with some fellow law school victims right after our finals so I didn’t have as much time to peruse as I would have liked (the desire to drink was high that day) but it did take me about 30 mins to look at just about ¹⁄₁₀^th of their wine selection (a lot of it with useful little notecards about the taste & some pairings). They also have all kinds of cool beer and liquours. Just go.

I called to see if Warehouse Liquors to see if they had pappy van winkle in stock. I was told by the gentleman on the phone that they did in fact have it. When I asked if it would still be there if I came in today, he said I wouldn’t be able to buy it. I guess «the owner» only sells it to his loyal customers. I understand holding things for loyal customers, but how are you supposed to get new customers if you don’t allow for them to buy what they are looking for?
Not sure why the owner doesn’t want cash in hand today, but I know that Warehouse Liquors is missing out on business.

I no longer patronize this establishment. As others have noted — service is very hit or miss, and can be pretentious bordering on utterly obnoxious. Sometimes it’s good to know where you stand with folks, and there’s no «loyalty» from wine shop guys. Liquor stores know that desperate imbibers are going to shop there regardless, so they don’t have to provide particularly GOOD service to anybody. If you want the booze, 8 out of 10 people are going to spend the money no matter how poorly you’re treated. Well, I’m one of the 2 exceptions. At the end of the day at this establishment, my business meant nothing to them.
So I took my business elsewhere, and gladly. Fortunately we have options in the South Loop. I still prefer to support a small, locally owned business, so I’m now firmly #TeamPrintersRowWineShop. Come on by. Flavio and Marcus are waiting for you!

They have an excellent array of wine, beer and spirits for such a small space. Don’t be shy when you go in — ask for recommendations from their knowledgeable staff on what to buy. But you can also trust this place as a source for your thirsty Thursdays — Busch, PBR, etc. are all available as well as a good variety of hot sauce and chips for snacking on with your beverages.
One of the best liquor stores in the Loop!

Thanks to Unilocal,I found this place, since we decided to chill in the hotel room last Saturday night and also needed tailgate supplies for the Chicago Fire game this past Sunday. As a result, I needed hard cider, so the typical convenience store wasn’t going to work for me. This store was within walking distance of the Palmer House Hilton, and we found it without any problems thanks to Google’s maps app.
I was impressed with their beer selection. I don’t drink beer, but I can appreciate the variety the store carried, which reminded of me a mini Spec’s (Texas liquor store chain). Since I was after hard cider, to give you an idea, the typical Woodchuck amber or granny smith wasn’t carried; instead, Woodchuck’s aged hard cider was available. A staff member asked if I need help, and I told him I wanted something really sweet. He recommended I drink J.K. Scrumpy’s Hard Cider, which was $ 8 for 22oz. It was delicious and exactly what I wanted. Due to the service (wonderful, lengthy discussion about ciders) and result of a scrumptious beverage, I give five stars.
The same staff member also helped a friend with a recommendation. I found it funny that the domestic cheap beers, e.g. Coors Light, was a TINY section. If you’re looking for a special kind of beer, this is the place to be!

Love this liquor store! Very clean and neat, but mostly because of the great beer selection (and wine selection, although I’m much more of a beer drinker).
I did a search for liquor stores in the area, closest to Grant Park. There are not many in the area, but this is by far the best one. There just so happened to be a free wine tasting the day we went (every Friday from 5 – 8, I believe); lucky us! We didn’t want to pay a ridiculous amount for Budweiser beer at Lollapalooza, so we came here. The guys working the front cash registers are awesome, funny and friendly. They also carry some snacks. We actually returned to this store again the same day and again the next day. I will definitely bookmark this place for the next time I’m in the loop and need a beer or liquor fix.