Binny’s Beverage Depot

Bummer, beautiful store well stocked, but poor inexperienced service. Stocks Folonari boxed wine, unique to this neighborhood, but refuses to clear out out of date stock despite Folonari website and NYT food/​wine critic advice. Find another store.

Binny’s is the bomb liquor DEPOT, best prices and wide variety

Not the best Binny’s in the Chicago-​metro area, not the worst.
First off, their parking situation could use some help. The lot is too small to accommodate traffic from all the alcoholics coming in and out. Turning left onto North Ave when leaving? HAH! Think again. Find another way to go east, because you’ll be sitting in that dumb turn lane all freakin’ day for a clearing in the traffic.
Inside, it’s not much different from other Binny’s. Once they carded me as I literally stepped in the door. «Welcome to Binn — uhh you don’t look 21. ID?» Yeah buddy, here you go, point me towards the beer. Another time I got incredulous looks at the register. Whatevs
The Bolingbrook location is probably the best of the Binny’s I’ve been to (it’s a veritable booze warehouse), while this location and the Willowbrook one are roughly on-​par with one another.
Take note, though, that you can often find better deals at gas stations and supermarkets. Sometimes Binny’s has the cheapest prices, sometimes not.

Like some others have said, staff here are pretty rude. Girl cashier was very nice, however, wish I caught her name to give her credit. Good selection and fair prices will make me come back again, give them a chance to cheer up and act happy to see customers come in the door.

I went back to Binny’s on November 19, 2013 to get some dinner wine. As I stood in a short line a friendly woman approached me and said «I can take you over here.» The cashier’s name was Magda. She was so professional, had a calming voice, looked at you when she spoke and kindly put the receipt in the bag, before I asked.
Magda is a great addition to the cashiering staff at Binny’s. I say to the Management for picking Magda, and to the cashier herself. .. keep up the good work.

Ooooh Binny’s, how I love thee! I am not originally from illinois and had never been to a Binny’s and let me tell you that all the other states are definitely missing out! You can find almost any kind of liquor, wine or beer. You ll find the usual brands but also international brands and even craft beers! They also have great prices and have different sales every week. Also dont forget to sign up for their Binnys card to receive sale prices and collects points on wine purchases (500 pts =$ 10 in store credit)

Great Selection and for the price cant beat it, and variety is awsome!

Love this place. Their selection is amazing! Prices are reasonable. If you have something in mind that you can’t find some where else, you’ll probably find it here. If you’re in the area stop by this Binnys, beats going to the one in River Grove.

Just got back from Binny’s of Elmwood Park and it was hopefully my last time going there. Not only are the staff rude and ignorant but, the wine manager John just tore my head off.
I went to return a bottle of pinot grigio that had turned to vinegar and it was way too much for the staff to figure out. John, the wine manager, told me to pick out another bottle and go to register 1 — well, that’s exactly what I did and found out that there was no staff to assist me. He then told me to go to another register where the people were all lined up and that the person who was suppose to help me never was around. John yelled at me asking if I wanted to take the girl out of the bathroom? WHAT? This type of behavior is not management material… found out that the girl who was in the bathroom was outside and not even in the building.
I have had problems with Binny’s customer service before and find that it is not worth the savings with all the aggravation that goes with it.
Maureen

Very surprised to see that people didn’t like the service at this Binny’s. Maybe it’s because I’m city folk and I’m not used to suburban hospitality, but I am always asked if I need help right away here. I’ve generally made friends with the person helping me, and have always been really impressed with their knowledge and attitude.
I just called to put in an order for my sister’s wedding and nothing but sweetness from Brad, who picked up the phone.

Just had a pretty awful experience at Binny’s yesterday.
NOBODY was helpful at all. Not a single employee greeted me or said hello, nothing. Just rude and not a very good way to do business. I got my stuff on my own which is fine, but when the cash register rings me up she stops in the middle of transaction to TAKE A PERSONAL PHONE CALL. Who does that? Well a woman by the name of Tensha does. Honestly the rudest customer service I’ve encountered.

Not a better place staff is very knowledgable

I get knocked down
But I get up again
You’re never going to keep me down
Oooh Danny boy! Do I like to imbibe sometimes! And Binny’s gives me the tools to create my own lovelies. Wouldn’t you know it? I got some pretty pimpin’ martini glasses for Christmas and a martini recipe book to go along with them. Oooh boy! They probably didn’t know the monster they created.
He drinks a whiskey drink
He drinks a vodka drink
He drinks a lager drink
He drinks a cider drink
Yup! And thank you Binny’s… So. On this particular visit, I needed cherry brandy and orange bitters to make my next concoction. Sound yummy, right?
I passed several (and by several, I mean at least four or five) employees who neither greeted me, acknowledged my presence, or offered assistance. That’s fine (sarcastic).
I found the brandy section and could not find CHERRY brandy. I ran down these two employees (one of whom quickly scampered away and left his comrade to listen to my plea) and expressed my needs. He showed me that the cherry brandy was actually with the flavored liquors (you know — like schnapps).
Next, we went to look for the bitters. He showed me the bitters section and he could only find a LARGE bottle of blood orange bitters and he was about to leave me when I found the orange bitters myself. A nice reasonably sized bottle.
He sings the songs that remind him
Of the good times
He sings the songs that remind him
Of the better times
Thank you Chumbawamba and my Christmas friend who help me get my drink on. Thanks to Binny’s for carrying the necessary ingredients… but you could stand to improve. It’s sooo not cool to pass so many employees and have them ignore me and seem utterly disinterested in helping me.

I’m flattered when I still get carded, but am still immensely annoyed when a cashier stares at my ID, then at me with a snarky look, then at my ID some more for a good 20 seconds as if she’s considering the possibility it could be fake. Oh, look at you ms. cashier lady. You’re so authoritative and self-​righteous! Actually, no. You’re still just a cashier, and I will take a paper AND plastic bag. Thank you.
I’ve gathered by now that the customer service at Binny’s is hit or miss. But selection wise, this is a much better location. Unlike the location in River Grove, their beer selection seems endless, and they have COLD beer. You also get the option to make your own six pack.
This is what every Binny’s should be.

Binny’s in general has a tendency to piss me off. I’ve had friends who have worked at various locations (including this one) and the only time the employees are ever friendly or helpful is when they realized I was a friend of someone. What the hell is that about?
I used to come here because a friend worked here, and seeing as how he’s known me for about oh, 7 – 8 years, he knows what I’ll like when it comes to wine. After he left, I still came here just because. It’s not even close to me, but I’ve found myself in the area more times than expected in recent months and I can’t help but wanting to stop in and see what they have. Prices are fair, usually. If you don’t know your beer there’s a chance you miiight pay a little more, but I don’t know the area well, so I don’t know what other options are around. Also, the parking lot never seems to be a reflection of the number of people inside. Seriously, it always seems packed but when I go inside, not so much. Odd.
So, while I still think their customer service suckssss (as I’ve found it does at almost all locations), this location is still my favorite. That’s just sad seeing as how there are at least 2 that are much, much closer.

I have always thought expensive and Binny’s was synonymous but while in the grocery store a lady was telling me and friend that we should check out Binny’s because they had some great prices!
So, we decided to just take a chance and check it out! I will say I have seen some places that were cheaper (but they still had some great deals) but I haven’t seen the wide variety and uniqueness that Binny’s has on their shelves!
I wish I would have taken pics of the mini bottles they had, some were a bit pricey but they were so cool!
The fact that they have so a big selection and some good deals makes me want to come back and I will!!!

I found two different ginger beers, tried a sample of a rum horchata, and was charged twice for my Godiva Liquor.
I have since been reimbursed for the double charge and the managers were friendly and helpful.
Bike parking on street.

I like visiting Binny’s because the prices tend to be cheaper than local grocery stores. They have a weekly newsletter that I get through email advertising upcoming events and sales.
I haven’t taken the opportunity to attend one of their events yet, mainly because many of the events are held during weekdays and in suburbs that are further away from the city.
Most of the time, when I visit, the staff is attentive. However, yesterday, an employee that was working in the aisle that I was in, didn’t even acknowledge my presence. I loathe that type of behavior because customers should at least be acknowledged and asked if assistance is needed. Especially in that type of store, where several specialty items are being sold. It’s not like I was at a Walgreen’s or another convenience store.
Overall, I have good experiences here and would recommend checking out some of their events and sales.

BBD is my long, lost, almost forgotten new best friend! Recently, I searched high and low for a variety of one of my favorite alcoholic beverages «Alize» and WALAH, BINGO!
Thanks Binny and wink wink to the cashier that asked me for my ID! We both agreed that «Black don’t crack», at least mines don’t…LOL!
P. S. Shopping for alcoholic beverages and snacks&stuff? Visit BBD, hopefully, you won’t be disappointed.

Every time I have left this Binny’s I think to myself…“I have to Unilocal this place.”
I stopped in here yesterday to take advantage of their «15% off ALL liquor» special for the day. Get on their Binny’s Club e-​mail.
Seeing as I stocked up on spirits right before Christmas I didn’t need anymore which made me sad that I couldn’t REALLY take advantage of the deal.
Anyway, I left with my two bottles of wine, writing my Unilocal review in my head.
It went something like this…
Every time I come here the employees are super nice.
If I wander around and browse, I have always been approached and asked if I was «finding everything I need?»
On the couple of occasions I did have a question, the staff was extremely helpful.
The place is always clean.
They have a huge parking lot.
There is usually some special to take advantage of.
They have a WHOLE back wall (not just an aisle) of all different Vodkas… be still my heart!
Their selection of all liquors, wine and beer is HUGE!
And the best part… NO Chicago «Daley» tax!