Sheridan ‘L’ Lounge

EFFFFFFFFFFFF This place…
Call me a fool for Unilocaling a liquor store, but I’ll never bring my business to this place again.
It’s Saturday, I’ve had a long day and I’m need of some ice cold beer therapy.
I get off the Sheridan El, go to the convenience store next door to pick up limes (4 for a $ 1.00, just had to throw that in there cause limes can get real damn expensive) and then was about to go to Walgreens to pick up a 12 pack of Corona.
Then I see this place and was like «Hey! I’m a nice guy, I should support my neighborhood shops! So I walk in this place, looks legit, smells like good food, (someone must have been eating) go straight to the cooler and get my beer and bring it the register.
This woman pops out of some employee chamber/​room/​office, I cheerfully say hello, and ask how she is…
…“Dead Silence»
Okay, maybe she doesn’t want to talk. She rings up my beer, it’s $ 15.99+ tax, a tad more expensive than Walgreens, but it’s for neighborhood business right?
She pushes some buttons, presses total, the register display shows the amount of $ 17.89 and she whips out her hand all rude still saying nothing to me.
I contemplated walking out… But I didn’t. I hand her a $ 20 and she gives me change.
I tried once more and said «Thank you very much» with a sincere smile.
… She turns around and goes back in her secure employee box.
Again, call me a fool, but is kindness or communication to much to ask for? I’m not asking for the blocks gossip or soliciting her for donations. I’m just being the friendly guy I am.
I walked in ready to celebrate the weekend with some beer and walked out feeling like crap and needing a «misery loves company» shot.
The end. I’m gonna go hug my 12 pack of Corona now.

I used to live right around the corner from this place, so for over 3 years this place was our go to for booze. They have a huge selection of beer, wine, and spirits. Their selection isn’t that of Binny’s, but for the normal drinker, I guarantee they have whatever it is you need.
Their prices tend to be about $ 1-​$ 4 higher than average, and usually closer to $ 2 on average. You’re obviously paying for convenience, so if you know you’re going to need a lot of booze ahead of time, maybe make the trip to Binny’s or Jewel. If you just need a case of beer or a bottle of wine/​liquor, this store will do just fine.

Pretty much has whatever liquor/​beer you’re looking for. Great selection of craft beers and one of the only places I can find Three Floyd’s Gumbball Head. Would give 5 stars but a little on the pricey side.

I usually stop when I need a bottle of wine and want something better than Yellow Tail from Walgreens across the street.
They have a nice selection of wine (not Binny’s nice, but nice enough). My only complaint is that the prices seem to be a little high. I bought a 2012 bottle of cab for $ 26. Just a tad pricey for the quality.
Convenient hours and they also have a decent refrigerated section. Also nice that it’s located around so many BYOB restaurants.

I was blatantly mislead on the product I was sold. When I went back to get a return they started screaming at me and calling me a ‘heathen’. Seriously, what the ****?

No bells or whistles (or A/​C for that matter) but it’s got a great selection of liquors, wines and craft beers. The prices are on par for the city, and who cares about «a lack of customer service skills» with the owners as one Unilocaler below described. I think there’s a language barrier there, anyway.
Hard to beat for convenience and location, but you will pay a little extra for both.

I frequent this store, as it’s on my way home from work and they have my fave liquor for pretty cheap… The woman who is always there (who I believe owns it with her husband) lacks customer service skills (to put it nicely). I’ve seen her stop checking me out to intently watch any black person coming into the store on more than one occasion… and after today, i will no longer be going here, and I will be telling everyone I know not to as well. A friend of mine went in to purchase a $ 20 bottle of liquor. And after being watched intently the whole time he was in the store, he paid for his liquor, told the woman to «have a good day,» to which she responded «I don’t like your people, you always cause problems.» Mind you, he’s black. I won’t support racist business owners, and I won’t hesitate to tell everyone I know. I wish I could give zero stars.

its a convenient spot located just under the sheridan red line stop. despite its appearance, this little mom-​and-​pop store front has a nice selection of beverages. one~ big fan of rumchata and they always have plenty in stock while other more popular locations in the wrigley/​lakeview area is always sold out. i also am a big fan of craft beer and they have a nice selection as well. not a huge selection but enough to keep me from whining. the prices are reasonable and competitive with the jewel that’s away. support the small businesses! go here on your way home if you live off this stop.

Convenient location, decent selection and around the high end of average on prices. Overall I’ve found it to be a good stop when I’m on my way to meet friends. They definitely have more than some of the drug stores and convenience stores around, you just pay a little more for that selection.

While i get that you pay a bit more for the location and convenience factor here, things have now gone out of control.
$ 36 for a fifth of Jameson? That’s ridiculous.

I was a former fan of this place, great selection, and all, but what happened this weekend changed my mind. My sister came in from out of state and wanted to pick up some liquor for a friend at home. She selected her 8 bottles and proceeded to the checkout. Upon reviewing the receipt, she discovered she was charged for 9 bottles and when I went in to ask about it was basically called a liar by the owner.
Seriously dude, I am one of the most honest people you’ll ever meet and spent money at your establishment regularly. Glad the $ 23.99 plus tax is worth losing a customer who lives a block away.

Ending my birthday celebration into my «Dirty Thirties» here seemed pretty accurate. :) Dusty beer bottles, weird ceiling and odd regulars. Good times!

The Sheridan L Lounge is half dive bar and half liquor store, with the best selection of wine ever found under the train tracks.

This is my liquor store. A tad over priced but its still cheaper than the bars on the block. I give them 4 stars because they have SOJU! Yes!

I’m rather shocked by the positive reviews this place gets. Yes, the selection is rather good, which is why I gave it two stars, and the guy who runs the place is generally friendly.
BUT
It’s a rip off. Plain and simple. A 24 pack of Bud light is going to cost you about $ 18 bucks. And don’t get me started on the craft beer prices. The wine is also overpriced. My biggest peeve here is that one could simply take a decent stroll on down to Southport near Addison and go to the CVS where, for example, a 24 of Bud light costs a more normal 13 – 14 dollars and the wine is always on sale. Save yourself some dough and avoid this liquor store.

My old apartment was near a number of cramped, dusty, and limited liquor stores, so this is a nice change. The place is really big in comparison and has an interesting mix of liquor, wine, and convenience store items (there are even random trinkets such as scented Virgin Mary and Pope candles if you’re so inclined).
With all the variety, my roommate and I had a fun time thinking of themed nights for future gatherings at our new place. So far we’re planning on margarita, Edward 40(oz) hands, champagne, sake, and chillable red (Franzia) nights. All very classy, I know, but I’ve only a few months left of college to be completely cliché.

Awesome location for all the BYOBs in the area.
Great cooler selection, tons of options for beer/​wine, you’ll likely find something that will go with the varying cuisine down the street (mexican, italian, thai, sushi…) Not the cleanest store in the world and not the cheapest, but it’s convenient, and that’s what matters when you’re hungry and thirsty.
And ya know what? They will even sell a bottle of cheap tequila to an obviously «doesn’t need more tequila customer.» Well, that’s the rumor anyway, I don’t know from personal experience.

I’ve been a customer now and then, and have always been glad this joint is here when needed. Today, however, BLECH.
I came for an apparently in-​demand Bubblicious Gum that was unavailable down the block at our usual gum supplier.
IT SMELLED IN HERE LIKE PEE-​SOAKED GERBIL BEDDING.
Abouuuuuuuuuut Face!

Yeah, wow. I’ve been here more times than I care to admit… but let’s be frank and honest here, this guy has a goldmine. He is surrounded by 4 pretty darn decent BYOB places (Pizza Rustica, Rick’s Café, Katachi, TAC Quick). SO I’ve made several emergency runs over here when we either forgot the booze or uh… drank a bit too fast :)
Very large selection, much of already chilled. I mean, nothing fancy… but neither are the restaurants around here. No one will judge you for bringing Miller Lite or Yellowtail to one of these places, so why not save a few bucks and spend it elsewhere later?
Friendly guy, credit card minimum of $ 15. Good in a pinch!

This liquor store at the Sheridan Red Line stop has a very surprisingly excellent selection of wine, beer, and liquor. They also have everything that you would need to accompany it. The same guy works there every night, and he is very nice.
However, the posted sign says that the place is open until 1AM, but I’ve been there a few minutes after midnight at least four times and it was locked up. I did ask the nice man why they closed early, and he said that it’s because he works 7 days a week, and when it’s cold and there are no customers he would like to go home early. I think that’s a great reason, but I also think he should put a sign up for the customers so they don’t get frustrated and stop coming.
One weird thing about the Sheridan ‘L’ Liquors is that there’s a bar there as well. Yes, a liquor store AND bar! I went in the bar once and felt out of place because I didn’t speak Spanish. It was kind of interesting though.