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Gene's Liquor

4.1 (305 reviews)
Open • 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Cactus Cooler Soda
Karen H.

I started coming here, or sending my son to get a Cactus Cooler. I don't see it many other places. Orange/Pineapple flavor and Fred Flinstone's favorite drink. Sweet memories spending heat waves wearing WonderWoman underoos, drinking a Cactus Cooler and watching cartoons. (An 8 year old me loving summer vacation !!) Some do's: 1. Do try a Cactus Cooler! 2. Enjoy the music :) - there is a TV screen that let's you know what's playing- 3. Yes, the sandwiches are yummy and when it's crowded it may take a few minutes to get a sandwich, but it's worth it! *The bread is nice and soft thank goodness! (the opposite of Dutch Crunch- there are some of us who want to keep the skin on the roof of our mouth) and Hamik uses white onions- a sandwich makers secret. (i.e. a yellow or red give onion breath and can be overwhelming -but a white onion is slightly sweeter & more mild)* And a don't: Don't stick your finger in that spinny thing that produces digital images.. ! No matter how tempting!!!...

Turkey Sandwich
Thomas R.

We were working nearby and the workers said this is a great place to get a sandwich so I figured why not.. I was really looking forward to eating that day. We made it inside and it's a decently sized corner store market with a tiny station in the front corner for the deli. My sandwich wasn't bad and I went for the regular. Nothing to write home about but I still ate it. My work partner on the other hand had a way worse experience.. he wasn't too fond of the bbq chicken that he got and his chips and soda were both expired by about a month. I dont like to leave bad reviews and the lady was really nice so I'm hoping it was a bad day for them. There were plenty of people doing pickups for to go orders on sandwiches so I trust that they're regarded in the community to a point at least. The expiration dates is what made me feel the need to speak on the negatives to this establishment. Not everybody will be so laid back seeing or consuming things that aren't fresh. Try at your own risk and I haven't shut them out completely. If I work nearby again, I'll give them another chance but I've cut people off for way less

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John G.

While spending half the morning at the dog park with Jaime, it was time for lunch and I was getting hungry. I was in the mood for some sammich and I realized I had bookmarked Gene's Liquor for a while. I drove to the Sunset and arrived at approximately 1300 hours. Parked across the street and there were two customers ahead of me. COVID guidelines in place and signs posted inside as well as markers on the floor. I took this time to browse the store while studying the menu. It definitely has that beloved neighborhood look and old-school feel. When it was my turn, I decided on the large Gene's Atomic Sub ($13.50) with Turkey, Pastrami and Corned Beef served with mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cheese and secret sauce on a French Roll. Unfortunately, they do not have Dutch Crunch as a a bread option, but I did ask for it to be toasted. I got into a pleasant conversation with the owner and told her I used to go to Lincoln and shared my year of graduation. I assumed they had been around since I went to school there, but she said that she bought the place around 20 years ago. I asked where she gets her meat, but she only replied that they come from the best cuts from a purveyor that only offers high-quality meat products. OK...high expectations. I thanked her when she was finished creating my sammich and we exchanged pleasantries. I was impressed by the size since it's similar to Little Lucca's. I drove to Stow Lake to enjoy my sammich and I was waiting for it to wow me after my first bite. Also, for the price point, the portion of the meat could have been more generous as it was lacking in layers. It looked good lengthwise, but didn't have the girth to it. After several bites, it was just OK and the quality of the meat didn't impress me either. They tasted like regular cold cuts you can purchase from a supermarket deli counter. Just my honest opinion. Although it was OK....it didn't live up to expectations, especially when she mentioned she only gets the best cuts. The owner was very nice though and I will definitely give 'em another chance and try their other sammiches. 3 1/2 stars.

Merch

Excellent service and big sandies, with big flavor. Got some sweet tee shirts now too

Pastrami Sandwich
Sophia W.

I've had sandwiches from this place before and enjoyed their food. But, this last time was very disappointing. I ordered the pastrami sandwich pictured below. The sandwich had too much mayonnaise and dressing and as I ate the sandwich, I had to continually scrape off the excess mayonnaise and dressing. In addition, the service was very poor. After we ordered, we waited 10 minutes and drove to the location, which was about 15 minutes away. So, in total, we thought 25 minutes would be enough time for our sandwiches to be ready or close to ready. My partner went to check on the food with the sandwich maker and she yelled at him saying that she needed more time and scolded him for him coming in before she confirmed the order was ready on Yelp. We waited another 10 min and our order was ready, but still an unfriendly sandwich maker. While I don't like to give low ratings for small local businesses, I did not appreciate the poor service and bland food.

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11 months ago

I live up the street and I loveeee to go get a sandwich to have with some homemade soup! Perfect cozy Sunday

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7 months ago

I can always count on Gene's liquor to have what I'm looking for. They are a no nonsense store and you can get in and out quickly.

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4 years ago

If I could give them no stars, I would. The woman who was at the cashier was rather un-friendly.

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The original Gene is back in business, so come get an amazing sandwich from this man! So glad the place is back in good hands!

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4 years ago

Sucks to hear the last owner was what made this place good! Don't go here unless you're into mayonnaise & dressing sandwiches.

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2 years ago

You got to try the Atomic sub!!! Hands down one of the best sandwiches in the Bay Area

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2 years ago

Hamik is back! Stopped in on a whim, and am happy to report that sandwiches are back to the way they were.

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