I stopped by this ABC store around 5:50 p.m. on a Sunday, fully aware that they closed at 6…read more Justin was working the register and was great from the moment I walked in. He made it known that they were getting ready to close, but did it in such a humorous, good-natured way that I never felt rushed or unwelcome. I was there to restock my home bar, so I ended up buying quite a few bottles and had several questions about different liqueurs I was looking for. Justin was incredibly helpful. For one they didn't carry, he actually looked it up and told me which nearby ABC store had it in stock. He also helped me find a couple of other liqueurs that they DID have that I had completely overlooked. When it was time to check out and he saw my small liquor store's worth of bottles , he had someone bring up a case so everything could be packed together securely. They even offered to carry it out to my car for me. I declined, but I really appreciated the offer. And despite me walking in at 5:50 with a shopping list, a million questions, and apparently plans to restock an entire bar, I was out the door by 5:58 p.m. So I didn't even make them stay late! All in all, a great experience. Huge shoutout to Justin for being patient, knowledgeable, helpful, and having a great attitude the entire time. I'll definitely be back!

I've only been to this store once. It was not very memorable, but I did make a purchase…read more The store is located off Little Creek in Norfolk not far from the Virginia Beach line. Parking is plentiful in the old strip. Overall pretty clean with some minor debris in the lot. No greeting when entering. I found my item on my own which was harder to find and checked out. I was offered a bag and passed. The clerk although professional was not smiling or friendly in my opinion. This is a store I would not return to unless they had my specific product. 2.5 rounding down with no customer service offered.

This is a small ABC store. They are really trying hard to have a variety. I did not find the items…read moreI needed but maybe next time. I'm finding some stores are out of stuff right now. I try to go in every store I see . Just to see if they have the Jameson that I like. I did pick up an Irish gin. I have not tried it out yet. Hours later. I tried the Gunpowder Irish Gin and it is good. I recommend it. Easy parking and the staff are super helpful

I frequent the area, but have never shopped this Virginia ABC Store before. After finding a few…read morestate run alcohol stores not on Yelp I have made it my new mission to add and review everyone in Virginia Beach. Hey someone needs to do it right? Located in the Great Neck Village Shopping Center off Great Neck Road and Mill Dam. Customers will find plenty of parking and the lot was debris free. The walk was also tidy as the staff opened the door for me. This has been a new COVID policy to enforce mask use, but also nice to be greeted. The shop is on the smaller side, but packs a lot of inventory in too! The bourbon section which is where I always head straight to was decent, not overwhelming. I saw a few staples, but only one semi hard to find, Bookers which they had to my surprise seven bottles in their signature wood case. The layout is very straightforward and the staff has done a great job keeping the stock organized and business clean. I checked out with a Michters SB for $41. This bourbon is typically a great seller and readily available. Since Virginia controls their prices it's as close as a customer can often get to suggested retail. The staff was helpful and friendly. He offered a suggestion on a next purchase. This store will not be in my regular rotation. If they offer a more rare selection on a Monday shipment I may call to confirm product and pick up. Often rare items cannot be held. Check them out if in the area.

I was looking for the cut water vodka martini cocktail and everyone was sold out. Luckily this…read morelocation had a few cases and I was able to grab those quickly and leave. I always get a good laugh and greeting from the staff. In and out is what I say. Great service.

Located across the street from Oceanview Beach in a vibrant strip with Harris Teeter and Rite Aid…read more The store has signage but it's on the building and difficult to see behind the Burger King. The Oceanview shopping center sign is easy to locate and the main entrance is by the sign. Parking is plentiful and the lot clean. The store is pretty small and it's in an older strip. However, it's clean with plenty of natural light. I think most customers can find what they need with a variety of spirits offered. The bourbon area was good size and fully stocked with the truck delivery arriving that morning. I asked the manager Charity about a few hard to find bourbons which they did not have. Since I had the time she did tell me that bourbon was her specialty and pointed out several of her favorites. Her knowledge was great! I left empty handed which does not occur often. However, I liked the store and area. Although it's about 20 minutes from my house I probably will return with excellent customer service.

IYKYK, just in case you don't..well I went in, but the flavor in my drink of choice was not…read moreavailable. No worries, the customer service was great and offered to check other locations for me! I declined and headed to the Navy Exchange package store.

A couple of great visits to one of Virginia Beaches newest stores that opened during lockdown…read moreSpring of 2020. Few still even know they are there and the business is just off two busy roads. Find them in the Birdneck Shoppes in between Laskin & Virginia Beach Boulevard. The store is one of two anchors and signage is exceptionally good on the building. This Virginia ABC has a fresh new look and is inviting to customers. Parking is nearby and the lot has been clean. The interior although clean, bright and extremely organized with displays is a letdown on size. The bourbon area particularly has less shelf space than others. However still a strong inventory of favorites. They also have a refrigerator offering cold alcoholic items such as Jack Daniels Honey. What has elevated the store is their fabulous customer service from staff and female manager. Twice the manager has went above and beyond to assist me with harder to find allocated bottles. Although this is a store that I could easily drive to from my home it's not one that I will frequent with nearby Hilltop being superior on bourbon inventory. That should take nothing away from one of the newest and cleanest stores in Virginia Beach.

In my quest to eventually add and review every Virginia ABC store in Virginia Beach I bring you the…read morelatest addition and first review of 2021. Located in the Providence Square Shopping Center in Kempsville. The store is West side of the strip with excellent signage. The center is updated and has plenty of parking. No debris in the area or upon walk up. My arrival was just before noon and there was a line. Any bourbon hunter knows what this means. It's Monday truck day and some hard to find bottles are ready to be pillaged. I learned it was STAGG Jr. today which is rare. The store was clean and organized. All of the new stock was on shelves. The line was orderly and when opened precisely at 12 PM customers made their way to a box of 12 STAGG Jr. I got the next to last one. Price retail is just under $60. However secondary market hundreds. This was a great day for an elusive bourbon. Checkout was socially distanced with the staff protected by plexiglass. No issues with my gift card transaction. The clerk was friendly and knowledgeable. Another staff opened the door for my exit. This will not be a regular store with distance from my home. However if they have certain stock I cannot find elsewhere I have no issues visiting them again. I created a collection of area ABC stores that users may find helpful.

Standard ABC store. Nothing special really to write about here…read more They had all the usuals and a small assortment of holiday and gift boxes with limited flavors. Staff asked twice if we needed help so they were friendly and helpful. Low on some things but, due to holidays and COViD, understandable. Great location at RedMill with lots of parking, shopping and dining. So easy to hit while running other errands.

First time at this Virginia ABC store that's a haul from my house, but they had the goods today…read morewith a late truck arrival of specialty bourbon. Located in the Red Mill Shopping Center. Yelp has the wrong address and it's been reported. Plenty of parking and the lot and walk up tidy. There is curbside service by calling the store. All of the ABC's offer online ordering as well, but no delivery. I got to the business a few hours early and was #1 in line for Old Fitzgerald 14. It's a rare hard to find bottle that had been released over the past week in Hampton Roads. After this week the bottle will not be seen until next years release. I was lucky enough to score one on Tuesday too! The Regional Manager Sharon was at the store today helping them out. She peeked out to confirm they had the rare Fitzgerald bottle in stock. A few other customers soon followed to wait in line. Approximately six stores were allocated three bottles each today. At noon the doors opened and I was directed to the Old Fitzgerald on the shelf. Typically the store does not bother shelving the most rare bottles because it's gone in seconds. However the proper way to do it was done today with oversight of the regional manager. Checkout was smooth and I also received the box it came in. The items is pricy with tax $145. Secondary market it runs $500+ It was a good day and the store was impressive on customer service.

First time in this ABC and it was just ok. Smaller floor plan and older store. However it was clean…read moreand staff friendly. The store is located in Towne Centre off Big Bethel. That's a very large strip with a lot of traffic. Parking is adequate, but it's congested. I found the lot clean and walk up debris free. It's not far from a favorite store Got Fish. I was not greeted by staff as they were busy, but later asked if I needed help. The area was clean and bottles organized and displayed with signage and price tags. The store shelves were thin on inventory. However they did have a bourbon I love Four Roses Small Batch select. However I bid not need and left empty handed. This is not a store close to my home so I would only return if there were a specific bottle I was searching for. The staff was very helpful.

First time at this ABC store located off General Booth not far from Oceana Naval base…read more The store is positioned on the far left end of a strip with grocery store anchor Harris Teeter. Signage can be seen from the road. Parking lot was clean and spacious. There are also spaces closer to the business on the side I would recommend. I arrived at noon with my bourbon hunting brethren to get a rare bottle. However the line was long. Once opened the line was orderly and I missed out on my first choice. However my second was a strong hard to find Knob Creek 15 year. The store is on the smaller floor plan of ABC, however the bourbon area was good size. Two checkouts are available. I had no contact with staff other than checkout which was straight forward by credit card. This store is not close to where I reside and may or may not return. 3.5 rounding down.

Typical spirits, beer, and wine store. If you know what you want this is a decent store to go in…read moreand grab what you want. They have a decent variety. Seems like products change. I do like that they sell local. This past year it seems like employees have changed. It's an ok store. Kinda small and has a clutter feel. Just feel cramped. There are quite a few of these stores close to me and the other ones feel bigger and more helpful when you need help and have questions. My mine draw back is the store feels cramped compared to other stores.