Great ambiance. Lovely, independent business. I was happy to support them. And a live wine tasting…read morewhile we were there!

I walked into Neighbors looking to purchase a bottle of wine, like a Moscato. Instead, Will helped…read moreme select a wine that I enjoyed much more than what I imagined. Will was courteous and knowledgeable. The store's ambiance is inviting with its open air feel to it.

This place is total garbage. Walked in today to get some beers and they were doing some weird…read moretransition. The guy in the front had no idea what was going on, said it was his first day - shelves were empty.

Liquorland, formerly Wine Emporium is pretty much THE wine and liquor store in the area…read more There are a number of restaurants I enjoy going to in and around the area and before hitting them I like to get a bottle of wine right before. Liquorland's layout is different from Wine Emporium, and I'd say it's an improvement. It's brighter, nicely spaced and has the same selection Wine Emporium did, well mostly. When I get wine, I usually like to spring for something cheap. It seems Liquorland did away with that. So many of the refrigerated whites were started over $15. So, the prices are definitely up here. Still though, the selection is decent and the guys working the counter seemed pretty friendly. Above all it's more or less the only liquor store in the immediate area and is walkable to all the best dining in town.

We discovered Cane Garden Rum Punch at an event and absolutely loved it! Someone told us it was…read moresold at this Total Wine location, so we made a beeline over--and wow, what an experience! I've never been to this Total Wine before, and it honestly felt like heaven for anyone who enjoys a good drink. Anything you want, they have it. I wandered around for a bit (the selection is that good) and finally asked for assistance. The associate was super helpful and directed me right to it. Checkout was quick and easy, and I learned they have a rewards program you can sign up for using your phone number. This location is conveniently tucked inside the Essex Green Shopping Plaza, right across from ShopRite. Whether you're looking for wine, rum, or anything in between, I'm pretty sure they have it here.

Apparently customer service here now means: ignore the customer, stare at your phone, give attitude…read morewhen somebody asks you a question, and then act shocked when people complain about it. A few weeks ago, I had an absolutely ridiculous interaction with the employee with the purple braids. I said nothing because I figured, alright, maybe she woke up on the wrong side of the bed. Everybody gets one bad day. Then I came back today and watched her go at it with an Uber driver. So congratulations -- now we can officially retire the "bad day" excuse. This is apparently just how she behaves. My own experience was almost comedy. I was trying to ask her a simple question while she was completely focused on her phone. She had her back turned, so naturally I walked over to get her attention. Suddenly I get: "DON'T APPROACH ME FROM BEHIND." Excuse me? Lady, this is a STORE. I'm a customer. I'm trying to ask you a question, not sneak into Fort Knox. Maybe put the phone down for thirty seconds, look around, and realize you're actually at work. Today was even better. Another argument, this time with an Uber driver, and then afterward she's making comments to another employee like she just won some championship in bad customer service. At this point, management needs to wake up. Because when the same employee keeps having confrontations with customers and delivery drivers, particularly Latino people from what I have personally witnessed, somebody eventually is going to start asking much more serious questions about why there seems to be a pattern. I'm not claiming to know what is going through her head. I don't need to. I'm reviewing what I can actually SEE. And what I see is an employee who seems way too comfortable being disrespectful to people while representing somebody else's business. Here's some free New Jersey business advice: If every other customer is supposedly the problem, eventually maybe the customer isn't the problem. One confrontation? Maybe a misunderstanding. Two? Interesting. Keep watching the same behavior happen over and over? Now management owns the problem too, because they know about it and continue allowing it. This isn't a nightclub bouncer position. Nobody came here to fight with an employee. People are trying to shop, pick up deliveries, ask questions, and leave. Put the phone away. Drop the attitude. Do the job. And management: handle your employee before she turns a basic customer-service problem into something your corporate office has to explain later.

Years ago I had a bad experience at this place and vowed to not return because of it. I was…read moresearching for a particular pale ale beer that is hard to find and I discovered they carry it. To my surprise, I had a much better experience this time. I called before going to confirm they had what I was looking for in stock. They had plenty! They appear to be under new ownership/management. I'll definitely be back!! They also have a great variety of wines and beers.

This is one of my favorite wine shops primarily due to the selection and price. They have a great…read moreselection while also not overwhelming: wine from all over the world. I also appreciate the staff recommendations and ratings, which are helpful to tasting new wines and finding those new gems. I find their prices are most often a notch under other wine/liquor stores (even wine.com), so I make a point of buying here, especially if I'm buying extra for guests or a gifts. If I ever need hard liquor, I would definitely buy at Wine Barrel - also excellent selection at the best prices.

My favorite wine and liquor store in the area. Definitely the best natural wine selection and…read moreliquor other stores in Maplewood don't have. They always have the best recommendations too. Cool staff

Not well curated, disinterested staff, hours vary, pricing all over the map. The newly opened…read moreCambridge wine shop is a much better choice in nearby Summit.

The owners are really friendly and helpful and they have a surprisingly good selection…read more I have to say that I probably would not have gone in if I wasn't really late for an event and needed something in a pinch for the host. The name and storefront appearance in this little strip mall are truly uninspired. I've driven by hundreds of times on my way to work and never even considered stopping. On this one occasion however, we were running late for a party and needed to stop into CVS for something on the way. We ran into this liquor store to grab a bottle of wine, and the owner and staff were extremely friendly and helpful. They asked if there was anything we were looking for, found us some wonderful options a good price, and even carried them to the front for us. I usually shop at the larger wine stores, but I love to support local, and this will definitely be my new shop for wine. If they don't carry something you are specifically looking for, don't be shy about asking, they will try their best to get it for you.

Well stocked. I came in in a rush and they had whatI needed. Courteous…read morefriendly and helpful owners and staff.

Good selection except for the craft beers. Nice people!read more

Been here on several occasions. Great whiskey selection. Wish they had a decent selection of…read moresnacks. Good service and good prices.

To start off, this place is huge. It has a large selection of wines and beer. they carry a lot of…read morecraft beers. The prices are low and have almost every product you look for!

I've been coming here forever and never reviewed it until today…read more Ran in for a few things and as usual the store was immaculate. They're usually fully stocked on whatever I need but today they weren't :( ... but it wasn't a big deal because I found alternatives since they have such a wide selection. The employees are pretty helpful and my cashier was BOMB as usual (pretty Latina girl with adorable hairstyles and makeup). She's always sooooo nice and genuine. Parking is never an issue either since they have a large lot they share with Starbucks.

Clean. Excellent selection…read more Great prices and well stocked. Excellent Bottle King! Would come again.