Been many years since I went here, and in a recent mad search for Belgian beer (which seems to be…read moreunobtainium nowadays, for whatever reason!), I ended up at Joe Canals. Lots has changed since my last visit(s). The entire back-end of the store used to stretch into what is now a mattress store, and was filled with a large assortment of craft beer and "make your own six pack" sections. While there's still a decent selection of beer here, their main focus seems to be liquor and wines, which dominate the majority of the shelves. Prices are decent, and are on par with every other liquor store in the area. For liquors, they seem to carry some more obscure or harder to find brands, which is a plus. Workers here have always been friendly and helpful as well. The downside, is that unfortunately echoing what others have said about the beer section - WATCH THE DATES. While the styles I tend to purchase age gracefully (stouts, porters, belgians) - a vast majority of the date codes I saw were 1 to 2 years past their best buy, and covered in dust. Many craft styles from local breweries that require constant refrigeration (IPAs, stuff with fresh fruit flavors, etc) were also fairly dusty on the shelves & unrefrigerated. All in all, probably a good place to get liquor and wine, and perhaps "macro" beers, but a heck of a lot of the beer was either expired or improperly stored. Not sure how frequently I'll be back, and definitely more of a liquor place than a beer one.

I went in wanting once upon vine and the gentleman who helped me was so helpful and knowledgeable…read more Thank you!

Forbes is fantastic, and might be one of the best kept liquor stores I've seen to date. It's my…read more"go to" for sure, for numerous reasons. First off - the staff & owners here are fantastic people and very friendly, even going so far as to offer suggestions for other products I might be interested in, based on my personal tastes. The store is kept spotlessly clean, and the shelves are fairly neat and orderly. The most important part to me? Unlike most other liquor stores in the area, they seem to actually (mostly) pay attention to date codes for their beer inventory. Beer has a shelf life of about 6 months to 2 years, depending on style, and SO many places will let those things collect dust on a warm shelf as if it's a fine wine. Most of the beer here thankfully is well within date ranges, and I've only seen a small handful of out of date stuff - a job well done, in my book. Prices are decent as well, and parking is a breeze. Easily one of the best liquor stores in town.

The bad part is no website so you have to go look but they usually have the things other stores are…read moreout of.

Wide selection at very reasonable prices. You are certain to find something to satisfy your needs.read more

wine academy has a huge selection of spirits hard to find boutique wines at the best prices around!…read more It's a fun place to go in browse and find new things you've never heard of!

I am really shocked by the 1 star and the really off putting "services" review... I have been here…read moreseveral times and I have never had a bad experience! Let me start off with this is a pretty big liquor store! Amazing selection! Any liquor that you are trying to find, you will most likely find it here. This past time that I came here, there was someone offering samples inside of Iron Smoke Whiskey. I had a few samples, and when he said they were Veteran owned, I had to get 2 bottles. Super delicious Whiskey! I got the Maple Bacon and the Apple Pie, both killer flavors. I usually come here to get Tito's whenever my SiL has a party. I also personally come here for my Jaeger! They have all the flavors of Jager here, except Manifest... They have the Cold Brew as well as the Ginger one. Both delicious! A big pro of coming here is that they sell ice! I don't know how competitive the prices are, but they do have it! I am not a big wine person, but they have a crazy huge selection! Staff is always friendly, and the store is always super clean! Never had any issue there. All in all a great liquor store! Amazing selection, Amazing service, if you need liquor, this is your place!

Store has a "new" unadvertised $8 minimum to purchase with debit card. That's more expensive than…read moresome 6 packs they sell. Cashier told me that I needed to buy more. I chose to shop somewhere else instead

Amazing sweet owners. Very kind and answers any questions you may have about specific…read moreselections. Highly recommend. Thanks gentleman.

The Jersey Shore has plenty of bars to choose from, make this one your stop only out of…read moredesperation. When I first got to the LOL (used to be Brandy's Tavern), I sat at the bar and my order was taken right away from a barmaid that looked like she had a chip on her shoulder. Though my service was fast, it was full of false enthusiasm and big fake smiles. I ordered a beer on tap and couldn't handle any more after two sips. The beer was skunky and I could see what looked like dust particles floating around in my glass. When the barmaid was done texting on her cellphone, I got her attention and she apologized for the beer being nasty (all while saying it was because her boss was cheap) and asked if I would like something else. I ordered a Jack and Coke, because how could you screw that up? Apparently at the LOL you can because the coke tasted like the syrupy mess left over at the bottom of the bag. I got the barmaid's attention again and she was incredibly rude about replacing my drink. I didn't get to check out any of their food because I was never offered a menu. I also overheard the barmaid complaining about people not leaving her any tips (and honestly, with her bad attitude, I didn't blame them!). I'm not sure what sort of business they are hoping to accomplish at this place, but it's quite sad to experience. Treat yourself to something better, there are at least five other bars within a 10 miles radius where you'll have a much better time.

The older women with the grey curly hair couldn't be more rude!! Her attitude sux! She was so rude…read moreto my mom today. My mom went to buy a gift for someone today and the short grey hair lady was so rude to her. No more shopping at this store.. get rid of the miserable lady.. she's terrible for business!! I

I bought beer from them and when I got it home realized it was expired. Next time I went in i…read morerelated my experience and said you are selling expired beer. I didn't ask for a refund just wanted them to know. The gentleman behind the counter turned his back on me and would not speak to me or wait on me. so rude!

These owners who work the store are RIPPING US OFF. They add $1 to $3 to every order unless your a…read morecomplete regular and know prices. Then when you ask for an explanation of the missed labeled prices they start to yell and say we don't want to sell you anything. When I realized I brought for different items upand every single one was overpriced by a dollar to 2 some more

Eh...they really don't have any decent sales - which really annoys me. The layout is quite…read moreconfusing. I went a few times and just couldn't deal with the confusion anymore. Plus the guy at the counter stares you down like you're going to stuff wine bottles into your purse...it's pretty uncomfortable.

Just moved back to the area from Miami and I am very impressed with the changes. Raised at the…read moreJersey shore this was and always will be one of my original and favorite stomping grounds. My friend said it's under new ownership and this is their third year. Walked in and there was a band playing. Hump Day Trio. Amazing jam band that's apparently here every Sunday. The bathrooms were re done so for those who know that stupid door is finally fixed. I'm pretty sure they even re did the paint on the walls. Bartenders were sweethearts. Good energy through and through. The owner even bought me and my girl DJ Licious a round of shots some amazing tequila lime concoction. So happy I didn't go to bed after family Easter . For more reviews, upcoming events, fundraisers, music shows etc feel free to follow me on Instagram @Colombiandaydream

This place is disgusting!!!!! Cash only which is annoying. Very interesting crowd, seems to be a…read moredrunk/rowdy crowd. Bartender was flashing her tits. And there was an older man who appeared to be the manager or owner who was also drunk/angry/aggressive towards female bartenders and customers. Definitely would not come back. Stay away!