Spec’s

My husband went to buy craft beer like always but this time with my daughter. He is a 35 year old man. The cashier didn’t want to sell beer because she asked for my daughter ID and she didn’t have one cause she is a minor. My husband explained to them that she is a minor going to the store with her step-​dad. They didn’t want to sell him a craft beer because cashier didn’t believe my husband or my daughter. She asked for proof? Really?! … To fix the problem my husband (not confrontational) asked to talk to the manager (to explain the situation). And a random male cashier started to yell at him in front of everyone and my daughter and told him he was causing problems. Even another cashier told the rude cashier to shut up. Finally when the manager came he was equally rude as his employees and didn’t apologize. Of all 4 staff that my husband talked to only 1 was nice.
Craft beer buyers have families and kids and I know for a fact that they don’t appreciate RUDE people.

This is my destination for all things beer, wine and spirits… even a sandwich… YES a sandwich Specs has started to add great sandwiches at a few location. Believe it or not… they are verrrryyyy gooooodd.
I have been to many of there locations without the DFW area. They get 5 stars for consistency in service. Even though, I have noticed that the price on my favorite item, seem to alway be $ 3 to $ 8 more in other Specs. This location is by far the best! The staff is highly knowledgeable on all product. I enjoy our conversation when I am.
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Owned and operated by the same Houston family since 1962, Spec’s is a true destination shopping experience. Spec and Carolynn Jackson began their venture into the liquor business with a small store around 1000 sq ft selling pints and half pints of liquor. Over the years they diligently worked to open more locations and expanded to include larger bottles of liquor and then beer. In 1971 their daughter Lindy and son in law John joined the business upon college graduation. John and Lindy learned the business from the ground up and together the four put Spec’s into the spotlight of the world. With the introduction of wines in 1974, John Rydman turned everybody’s heads with the breadth of wine selection and pricing offered in Houston. John’s love of all things wine is at the forefront of our wine departments to this day. Spec’s entered the food business with po-​boy sandwiches, crackers and cheese in the late ’80’s because customers asked and we responded. We haven’t stopped since! In 1995, the business grew once more with the addition of third generation family member Lisa Rydman-​Key. She and her husband, Hermen Key, are proud to be a part of such a fantastic history of family business. Today we have over 70 locations all over the great state of Texas. We proudly serve the communities of Houston, Beaumont, Austin, Galveston, Victoria, Temple, San Antonio, Corpus Christi and Bryan-​College Station. We offer the best selection of wines, spirits, beers, liqueurs, cigars and in our larger stores, fine gourmet foods.
The Warehouse Store in downtown Houston is the crown jewel of our operation. With over 40,000 labels Spec’s indeed fills all 80,000 sq feet of selling space. Our walk-​in humidor offers over 900 cigars– more than many tobacconist shops. Our deli offers the finest in deli meats, pates, domestic and imported cheeses, fresh caviar, and a complete assortment of domestic and imported smoked fish and salmon, not to mention our made– to-​order sandwiches, salad bar, fresh baked breads, party trays and so much more! We roast our own coffee beans and offer over 100 different coffees. We have teas from around the world and all the necessary accompaniments.
We also offer a huge selection of glassware, decanters, barware, gift bags, refrigerators-​you name it. You have to see it to believe it!
Another facet to Spec’s
Wine consultants to answer any questions or help you find wines for any event. Many of our consultants also offer event planning, including speaking at events.
Party planning services– you tell us the details and we’ll make sure your party is a hit.
Custom Gift baskets for pick up or delivery.
Wine Cellar Assessment– If you have a wine cellar, you know the importance of keeping it insured at current market value. Provide us with a list and we would be happy to help with a current valuation.
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Aw ya! This place reminds me of Cali’s Bevmo! They have everything you need to relax. The place was packed with fellow relaxers, they even had 2 girls giving samples of tequila which is a foreign concept to me. They also sell cigars which could be convenient if you aren’t particular about what you smoke. Anyhow, I will need to bookmark the closest one to me in Mckinney.

This is a decent place. They have a big selection and average prices. But my pet peeve is that more than once, the price for wine at the check-​out register is significantly higher than the price shown on the shelf — and by several dollars! It’s a matter of trust and I don’t trust these guys. I don’t know how many times I’ve overpaid and not paid attention or caught the discrepancy. I hate to make a fuss at the busy register. From now on I’m going to avoid this place in favor of Costco or Total Wine and More. Costco has better prices. Total Wine has more integrity and more selection.

When I first came to Plano and found out no liquor sold in a city of about 300,000 it was hard to fathom. About 8 years later I found Specs off of 75 and made the trip once a month to find some great wines and liquor. When Plano finally came into the 21^st Century and Liquor finally sold Specs added them to their very fine stores in Plano. I recently got on a Tequila kick and OMG they probably have over 100 different brands to choose from. The sales people are friendly and knowledgeable on the products you ask about. Prices very fair. So if you are looking for a great Tequila for Margaritas try Agavales 100% Agave. $ 12.00. Yep you heard it, Twelve Bucks. 1L bottle. Make sure you get a good mixer with it. Stirrings is one. I think I might head over there tonight.

This is my go to store. They always have a great selection of liquor at reasonable prices. I have never tried the deli back there but I hear its good. Staff is always friendly and there is always plenty of people to check you out quickly.

They DO carry liquor now. Save with cash, debit or check. Sign up for the SPEC’s rewards card 4 free.
I went in Saturday afternoon to gather up a few libations. I called beforehand because someplace or another I read they did not carry liqour. They did. I parked. I went in. I was almost immediately greeted and asked how I could be helped. I told him what I was in the market for and he directed me there. This kind soul stayed with me pretty much the whole time by checking on me and talking with me about my questions and what not. I commented I might need a basket and he fetched me one. I must say I had quite a pleasant first experience at SPEC’s. Turns out this fine estab has been around for a minute… why am I just now finding out about it. Namely I know about SPEC’s because I have seen it off of I-​75 when driving past it. The only qualm I had was that they did not carry a Jacob’s Creek Pinot Noir Chardonnay blend. I can hardly find it anywhere and SPEC’s off 75 carries it but this one does not. Love it.
I signed up for my card and I left a happy customer.
Highly recommended.

Great selection, I always find what I need here. The staff is super friendly, and everything is so cheap when you pay cash and/​or use your Spec’s card on top of that! My favorite location so far.

Yay, for Plano getting with the program and no longer being dry!
As a NY transplant, one of the things in this state I found so strange was the liquor laws. I was surprised to see beer and wine sold everywhere– including supermarkets and Walgreens, while having to drive to Little Elm, The Colony or Carrollton to get vodka or other spirits. Once there, there are so many of these huge amazing liquor super stores…(like an adult candy store) but annoying it was to have to drive 20 minutes in either direction.
This SPEC’s is right around the corner from me in Plano. I am pleased as punch that they now sell liquor.
So far, I’ve seen a great selection and have found everything I was looking for. Even stuff I wasn’t looking for! Prices are reasonable too.
The employees here are extremely friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. They quickly point you in the right direction. They carry your stuff out to your car. They often have people giving out free samples of new wines /​liquors /​flavors.
Very efficient here too, lines move quickly. Even on New Year’s Eve, which is like the Black Friday for liquor stores when there was a huge line, it moved really fast.
As the 4 star rating says — Yay! I’m a fan.

So, this place is lacking liquor, but as far as everything else goes, they have a pretty large selection. They also have a good selection of Texas wines as well, so that’s cool.
Staff is friendly and helpful if you have any questions on what’s good, what’s the best way to get drunk, etc.
The store is pretty clean.
That’s all I got for Spec’s.

I’d heard Spec’s was really good and now it’s confirmed. Best selection and prices I’ve seen in DFW. And they have a deli too??? Tried the Reuben sandwich, which was packed with meat and had really soft bread. Best I’ve had in a while.
Deli staff was slightly unprofessional, but not rude or anything. Cashiers were nice and not condescending when asking for my ID. This is now my go-​to liquor store.

I don’t drink… I’ll get that at of the way. But occasionally I buy alcohol for others as gifts or what not. So I’m a wine idiot basically!?! I was looking for a particular Moscato and went to about 5 different place… who were all nice. but didn’t have it.
This place did, and it’s just down the street from me. They were very organized, very clean and very nice… even 15 min before closing time. Good selection too… I’ll definitely go back!

It’s like Texas is against me… I’m on the hunt for Deep Eddy Grapefruit Vodka after having it at a friend’s house. No such luck… Wine & Beer only –_​– Don’t you hate when LIQUOR stores don’t sell LIQUOR?! The cashier did let us know the nearest location that does sell liquor but we skipped it and just went home empty handed. Apparently, the law has changed in this area so they’ll probably be stocking liquor in the upcoming months… I just wish I could figure out what areas are dry and what areas aren’t. Soooo frusterating…

I have been to other locations and they are great, this one however, has a customer service problem.
My friend and I stopped by on a Saturday afternoon because she had never been to Spec’s. I was looking for a specific wine. Mind you, there was maybe only one other customer in the store. The woman giving away samples looked at us and looked away. Did I mention that I didn’t look homeless? (Not that you should treat homeless people poorly)
We were ignored when we walked in and I walked back to the dessert wines. Someone pushing a mop finally greeted us. I asked him if they had the wine I wanted, he went to get someone who could help. I waited five minutes, that person never came by.
I won’t be back and will take my business to Seigels.
Maybe it’s just Plano, but this location can suck it.

This location has no liquor… yet but was told it was on the way. I was that guy that rolled up at 8:55pm when they close at 9. I was expecting that late-​night «I wanna leave» attitude. But these guys were very nice and helpful. Used the wine chiller to cool down some red moscato and ended up leaving 10 minutes after 9 after some great conversation.
They have a great wine selection and an alright beer selection.

UPDATE: Employees claim spirits will start selling around August. This is due to the vote last weekend which legalized the sale.
This location doesn’t sell hard alcohol because it’s in Plano. So its beer & wine only. The service is OK. Although you will have to ask for service. It’s very rare that they will come up the offer service to you.

My first visit to this place left a great impression. The store has a great selection of wines and more importantly their prices are competitive. I am a comparison shopper so as I navigated around the store, checking out my favorite wines, I noticed the prices are the lowest I had seen compared to other liquor/​wine shops.
They have a wine expert known as the «wine wizard» who is truly knowledgeable in wines. His recommendations were on par to what I was looking for.
There is a beer section with a beer expert and a stock of food to go with your beer and wine.
In short, this is my new place to go for the vino!

They are so very helpful. I had a guy ask me if I needed recommendations and if I was shopping for me or someone else. He wasn’t too much. It was just enough bothering to be considered great customer service.
They have a HUGE, HUGE selection of wines. I’ve only been in one place comparable in Plano. If you are looking for anything in particular check this place out. They are organized and clean.
They also give a discount if you pay with cash :)

Specs is a great chain. I wish this location carried more Texas wines. They have a section but not nearly as many as the one in Dallas. Of course, this location is quite a bit smaller.
The staff is eager to help and are very polite.

I love this place — it has everything from wine, beer, sparkling water and even chips various brands of chocolate. I discovered my new favorite sparking water~ it’s called Sparkling Ice. Try the grapefruit flavor. deelicious! It’s the perfect amount of sweet w/​o being too boring or too artificial.
But yes, as Roxanna L. stated, they do not have liquor… but hey, at least there’s beer! I love beer!