* Very good selection of craft beers * High prices…read more* Salespeople may not be able to answer all Qs

One of the best selections on Long Island and what a hidden gem. Great tap selection and an even…read morebetter bottle selection. Absolutely amazing collection of beers, with even stuff you won't be able to find on the Island like Backwoods Bastard, Frangelic Mountain Brown, and Mikeller. Be sure to check out the fridges too. I assume those are the fresher beers and it's great they keep those fridged to preserve them. The guy at the counter was really in the know about beer and nice enough to sell single bottles from six packs. Definitely check this gem out.

Don't quote me, but I would imagine that if you cannot find it here you will not be able to find…read moreit. The selection is massive, the prices are fair and the service is helpful. If you are in need of a standard or hard to find beer or cider, come here and I'm sure they will have it. They even have this fancy new redemption machine that really cuts time on returns.

This is a great place to buy your beer, bottled water or ice. They are located near cross island…read moreparkway along Jamaica avenue. They don't have a parking area but every time I go there I don't have a problem with parking. It's has been a few years now that I have been going to this place, this is a very good spot for buying craft beers, they have a nice selection, and they also have some imported beers. If you have a beer growler and you wanted it to be filled up with some choice of beer just ask the staff. The place also sells a few snacks that goes well with beer, right beside the cashier counter. Prices are fair, staff are nice, and from where I live I don't have to drive too far. For me and my friends, this is our go-to place to buy beverages when we are planning a party. Whoever is in the area, I suggest you try this place.

I love the name.. direct to the point! Beverage Depot boasts easy parking, massive selection,…read morereasonable prices and great service. Located right off Atlantic Ave and just 2 minutes from the Nautical Mile, they are such a great local spot to grab some some brewskis and snacks. I'm pleased to report they have a great selection of non-alcoholic beers and even non-beer options, such as a case of Poppi probiotic sodas. I currently have half a 6-pack left in my fridge of 00 Stellas, which I enjoy for home cooked steak nights.For those looking for alcoholic options, as most might at a store like this, you'll definitely love their lineup of craft brews, many of which are local or from across New York. An easy 5/5 for my go-to beer depot!

All things considered. Beverage Depot is a great local spot to find different craft beers and much…read moremore. The older gentlemen who works the cashier has been there for 20 + years and is always a delight. His knowledge for the store and work ethic goes above and beyond for someone his age. Parking can be a challenge and prices may be a bit steep but definitely worth it for how convenient it's located.

As luck would have it, I was in the area and decided casually to see if there were any good beer…read morespots. Universal wasn't too far, and Yelp informed me of the amazing craft beer selection. When I pulled up, I have to admit, I felt i must have been punked. The outside looks just like any liquor and beer store. And even the first few aisles are pretty standard. But head to the back, and you'll find an amazing array of local and just damn good craft beers. I wish more of the hoppy ones could be consistently cold, but that would be challenging given the supply. (Most of these breweries print a canned date on them, so be sure to check.) I've never seen so much Other Half besides at the brewery itself, and they even had a 4-pack of a semi-obscure brewery in the central Connecticut that I adore. Can't wait for another excuse to come by.

Seen one beverage store and you've seen em all...well, that can be mostly true, and thinking that…read moreI'm going to be contradictory to that opening statement is incorrect. Yes, Universal Beverage is no different from your run of the mill beverage stop...in most ways. You understand what I'm talking about if you've frequented spots like this. Ya know, any place with "beverage" in the name that has an ice freezer and plenty of sodas and waters and drinks and such. Though where the money truly lies is in the walls and walls of craft beers that these stores supply. Problem is, just like with Universal, some of these beers generate a shelf life much longer than they're intended to have (i.e. dust covered bottles). Therein lies the major turnoff of any place like this. BUT, I have to return to the first paragraph and say that Universal differs from many other spots for one huge reason: Other Half. Maybe this means very little to some avid beer drinkers (especially if IPAs aren't your thing) and perhaps there are a few craft beer aficionados that shun OH (for whatever reason), but for me (and many others), Other Half has consistently been a quintessential brewery in the NY suds scene as they continue to dole out glorious beers week after week. My issue comes from the fact that I could never consistently lay my hands on some cans of OH without trekking to the brewery...until now. You see, Universal carries a massive selection of Other Half beer. I was amazed to see how many cases lined the floor by one corner of this small beverage storefront. Though true amazement came once I learned that OH had just released cans the day before and lo and behold, Universal had them in stock the very next day. Better yet, prices are the same as if you got the cans straight from the brewery. No uptick in prices which is extremely hard to beat. This trio of facts alone earns several Yelp stars for Universal Beverage. I'll move away from Other Half factor for a moment and give Universal a little more credit for their beer selection. They do indeed get a pretty eclectic and hard to find variety of beers from local spots and other areas that can be difficult to come by. A small case in point would be my desire to track down the Warhead sour beers from Artisanal Brew Works. There they were, sitting on the shelf when I first walked into UB. Though not that exotic it was still a great first impression to say the least. I will throw one other caveat out there with this place. Unlike many beverage stores that are all for you mixing and matching single cans, Universal tends to gear themselves at keeping things in the 4-6 packs that they are purchased in. This isn't necessarily a problem (especially for those that just gotta have some Other Half or something else of rarity and want the four cans the way they come), but I can't help but shake the fact that a few cans didn't make it into my beer fridge because I only wanted one, and that just wasn't an option here. Just a good piece of info to know. Overall, Universal Beverage is really nothing spectacular to look at. It's almost hole-in-the-wall-esque from its size and pushed back location on Westbury Avenue. But it's the treasures of knowing just what you can find there (specifically, but not limited to, Other Half) which puts this place on the map. I'll most certainly be back as I continue to follow them on Instagram as I wait for the posts of new cans they get in stock. Follow them too (the owner will be happy to know you're checking them out online) and perhaps you'll see a post that makes you venture to Universal Beverage for something rare...or just Other Half. Either way you'll be glad you went.

I like the fact that they carry the mini cartons of wine. Not all of the nearby liquor stores do…read more Nice folks and easy parking in the back. It's well maintained - even after a major snow storm.

Excellent selection of Scotch and the same time great prices. Very competitive prices! Friendly…read moreemployees and owners!

Having craft beer knowledge is not that different from having a wine background when considering…read morefood pairings. When I introduced my foodie friend to a world outside of Coors Light and similarly boring beers a month ago, we have visited a significant amount of distributors ranging from Brooklyn to Port Jeffetson. All in the name of finding that genre of beer that is most appealing to our tastes. These days, there is so much craft beer on the market, deciphering through all of the choices is time consuming as to seeking out particular bottles and can get expensive to the seekers. The initial welcome greeting I got from the owner of The Beer Garden was genuine, in that he laid his business and customer relations intentions out to me. Whatever we need, just ask. "I want you guys as my customers for a long time, anything you need, questions you might have, just ask" He walked us aisle by alsle, recommending some and pointing out the over bought, over hyped beers. After a few bottles were in hand, I left to enjoy the banana bread stout, double chocolate stout, Bells: Two Hearted ale. Amazing selections mixed with attentive customer service. My quest to travel from town to town looking for new options has all but ended.

As someone who doesn't like beer, I love this place…read more They have a great selection of ciders, and even sodas and other fun stuff like fruity shots as well. I've brought some friends here and they've all found beers that they like. Brian (the owner) is super friendly. Although I've only been his customer for a couple months, he always remembers me and the ciders I like.

Little Neck Beverage has been my ho to place for alcoholic adukt beverages and sodas since '94 when…read moreI first moved to Nassau County. They have a wide variety of beer and sodas and the prices are very good. Very convenient location and they offer delivery service as well.

Great place for beers and sodas. Also to recycle. They have everything so ask the staff because…read morestock laid out in giant warehouse. Will also carry out purchases to the car. No atmosphere but prices are good.

John and his staff are great! It's a tight store, but that just means they have a selection! Beers,…read morewaters, sodas, energy drinks, a small section by the counter with some snacks. They have kegs as well and they take big orders if you're having a party & want to be stocked & ready to go. In the winter they also sell salt for the snow & ice, it's a place I choose to purchase that from because it's usually always in stock during the season.

It's the absolute go to spot in the area. They have it all and are constantly being in new stuff…read morefor you to check out. Lots of the good stuff already in the coolers too. The staff is super friendly and they treat you right with help to your car or box for all your stuff. If your like me you might ven grab a bag of pork rinds or plantain chips that are hanging by the front too. They have everything from your standard beers, to lots of ciders and of course the crafts that feature a lot of local NYS beers too. Love supporting other businesses in the state!