Crown Liquors

Went in to get some Crabbies Ginger Beer–
The clerk was on his phone & didn’t even acknowledge me – I couldn’t find it so I went to the counter & asked if they had it? His reply was yes it’s over there – He didn’t point, didn’t direct, didn’t look up from his phone or try to help me – I walked around the store looking by myself with no luck – I asked him – Where did you mean? Over there? I’m not finding it? Told me it must not be there – But where is there? He never moved an inch to help me – Today my favorite liquor store which me & my spouse frequent multiple times a week just lost a customer for good – It was the rudest behavior with no effort to assist – I can only guess that they don’t need to make a sale or believe in customer service – Really a shame – As an owner of a gift store right across the street I would fire any of my employees who treated a customer this way – Really, really disappointed!

They had a good selection of champagnes, which is what I came here for after realizing Lucky is *not* where it’s at. Ended up leaving with a bottle of Dom. They take Amex and were super friendly. Not a huge fan of the brown handleless paper bag for my $ 200+ bottle of champagne but I am grateful for the selection of champagnes at all so whatevs.

these cats got everything you need. i appreciate the fact that this spot has not changed in 15 years i have been coming here.

Super disappointed in their selection of stout beers. They had one — a Sierra Nevada Stout. Ugh. I went in a few months ago and they had a Highwater Campfire Stout which I like to call my everyday stout because it’s nice and smooth and somewhat light but very flavorful. With Lagunitas and Drake’s doing terrific stouts (not to mention a hundred others), why not carry these fairly local brews? I swear that Lucky’s has more than Crown… but I’d certainly rather go to Crown, if they would improve their selection.

Local Mom & Pop shop for Beer Wine & Spirits. I am 3^rd generation Montclair native and Crown has been here since Montclair Village was still a little village that no one really knew about.
John and Little John have always been there for their local community and a great local family. Most importantly their staff is always helpful and courteous.
Crown is a great spot to swing by when you need to bring a nice bottle to a dinner with friends or a six pack for an A’s game tail gate party. They know their wine and always have new and exciting wines on hand that are not the run of the mill found at the supermarket. Support LOCAL and don’t be disappointed.

Called to reserve 3 World Series newspapers. Saved, Picked up and was on my way. They have supported Montclair Elementary for years and they guys are so super helpful. Great local neighborhood establishment.

This is the BEST place for a diverse selection of beers wines and liquor. The place is ran by father an son. Now the son John has primarily been running the show here the last 20 years. I have been friends with John for over 33 years. Great family an the best of friends. Best prices in town! John and his family continue to be great supporters of the community.

I love these guys.

I hate to give this place a mediocre review. I have been happily coming here for 10 years and the owners john sr and John jr have been nothing but great for all of these years as has their regular staff. Unfortunately they have a this guy working there… I’ll call him the big sweaty ogre because I don’t know his name. I had a terrible run in with him yesterday at 4pm over a $.99 lime. Yes a lime. When I have spent thousands of dollars there… Luckily he only works 2 times a week from what I hear. But beware, if you run into him it could ruin a nice neighborhood experience. So with that said I am sorry to have to take my business elsewhere (he’s the one who told me to get out and never come back) wish I had thrown him back his stinkin lime… for gods sake. I didn’t provoke him and had never even seen him there before in 10 years. But if he waits on you and he freaks you out like he did me I suggest you go to village market on Broadway terrace. Kindest people on earth and as good a wine selection if not better… Sorry John but no one has ever talked to me the way your part time employee did and since I haven’t heard from you I assume you back the beast. Good luck to you.

This is a great local business run by an interesting, kind and thoughtful owner and a great staff. They are unfailingly courteous and helpful, and always offer a free bag of ice! It’s nice to have you in the neighborhood guys!

We’re new to the area, so we don’t know … well, anything. Everything is new, and everything takes four times longer than it should.
Momma needed a crisp G&T. I walked in, found everything I was looking for, including a special bitters I haven’t been able to find anywhere else, and all in about five seconds.
As I was checking out the guy offered «you need ice? it’s free with a liquor purchase.» super nice but no room for it in my freezer. I said, «now, if you only had fresh limes.» He points at a bowl full on the counter and says, «take what you need, on the house and welcome to the neighborhood.»
Found my local liquor store. Check!

Tiny liquor store in the Montclair Village with a really large neon sign outside of the premises. A late night beer purchase from here was a good transaction, particularly made great with it’s fun-​sized small parking lot in front.

I used to go here when I was younger to just get plain snacks. Now that I can, it’s nice to come here to actually get what their namesake offers. They have a large selection, and your always able to find what you want in the size you want for a reasonable price. Good service and good prices make it a good place to buy any type of liquor needs.

Crown liquors carries only wines, soft drinks, and beers.
large selection of mainstream and microbrews .big bottles too. all items priced.
pour: moylans orange & black congrats ale (22 oz, 6%, 5.99 + =6.27)
–mellow brew, not much buzz, slight hint of orange and chocolate
3 stars
–brew wasn’t totally cold.
on draught:
–guys greet you when you entered
–parking lot available in parking derprived montclair.
–wide aisles, china bulls and pandas will have no problems in this bottle shop.

The guys that work here are great and the owner is super friendly and helpful. Good selection and decent prices. plus you can find high end champaign and alcahol here.

I normally don’t do this, but the owner is not nice. I have never been here as a customer, and now will never go here as a customer. He came out of his store to yell at me for no real reason. I’ve heard he is not nice, and now I know firsthand.

A great old school liquor store. The ballgame is on the AM radio and they have a great selection of beers and liquors. I’d give it five stars if they had a little better wine selection. This is one of the businesses that make Montclair the best commercial district in the East Bay.

Crown Liquors is a neighborhood staple, as I have been going here since I was a little tot (I didn’t buy booze back then, mainly soda or baseball cards). They have a great selection of Wine and Beer, and a standard selection of the hard stuff. The staff here is great, as they have been family run business for many years.

Crown Liquors is our go-​to store for wine and other libations. They’ve got a pretty decent selection, although I wish they would feature some more Pinot Grigios. The guys who work there are great and always have a joke and a smile for their customers. Factor in the parking lot, and you’ve got 5 stars!