76 Liquors Ltd.

Bad experience. I have a problem when I go the counter to pay for a purchase with a credit card and the cashier disappears with it for a number of minutes. When questioned he told me that the credit card machine is behind me on the other side of the store. How dumb is that! Why on earth would you put the credit card machine on the opposite side of the store to the counter?
I have a huge problem walking into a store and having my credit card taken to a different part of the store and out of my sight. I complained and the cashier apologized but the other older clerk told me that if I didn’t like it not to come back. He is right about that — I most certainly will never go back to this store.
I have called my credit card company and informed them of what has happened and that I am concerned about the security of my card. The card has been cancelled and I will get a new card in a few days. Rather safe than sorry as who knows what they were doing with my card behind my back.

I moved to the UES a few months ago. There are liquor stores on almost every corner, so what makes this place any different?
Prices are comparable or better than any of the surrounding stores. They have a relatively pleasant selections of wines. I generally prefer whites and their refrigerated selection is always diversified and stocked.
I go the extra block to go here. One of the employees, Danny, is always extremely nice and enlightening, suggesting any new products or merchandise he thinks we might enjoy. Thanks Danny!

DON’T BUY WINE HERE! Not sure about liquor, but I bought two $ 10 bottles of generic Cabernet and it had turned into watery vinegar. All the bottles seemed to be covered in dust so I guess it’s old. Employees seems okay enough, no one asked if I needed help or said thank you when I left.

Why all the hate? This place isn’t so bad. Decent wine selection, generally helpful employees, competitive prices.
I did have one experience here where I was wearing a Led Zeppelin shirt and the guy ringing me up started reminiscing about seeing Zeppelin live and how he wished the girls back then looked more like me… Verbatim. Not going to lie, that scared me out of coming back here for a few weeks. Even now, I still check to make sure he’s not there before I go in.
That was a weird one time happening though. Most of the men who work here are normal and professional.

I was hunting a particular holiday wine that I wanted. 76 Liquors was the 6^th place I had called and had it in stock so I was more than pleased. The gentleman on the phone was pleasant and helpful. He was also kind enough to put the 2 bottles aside for me until I came to pick them up a few hours later.
When I arrived it was a small size store but had a decent stock on its shelves and in the back. They were friendly and I was in and out.
Next time im on the hunt again this would be the 1^st place I would try.

Worst liquor store ever. A group of disgusting old men work here. I went there to get a bottle of vodka and I was ID’d — which is fine. I look young, I know. But the man continued to talk about my young look and doubting my ID being real. I have the newer New York State drivers license since I renewed it recently and he didn’t recognize it even though the design came out over 1 year ago. It’s just so rude to do that to a woman, place so much emphasis on her age vs how she looks. Clearly it’s me in the photo. Anyway, then he accused me of having a stolen credit card because the name didn’t match. Maybe they were surprised that such a petite young girl is interested in buying such a premium vodka. American Express, Visa and MasterCard rules clearly state that ID is never required for in person purchase, for reasons. I use it ALL the time EVERYWHERE. Never ever had a single issue. I am authorized to that credit card and it is my main credit card given to me to use whenever I please and however I please. I left, feeling very insulted about this mans comments on my younger looks, then the credit card ordeal. I let the credit card thing go, but left feeling very disgusted with the whole place. When I got home to tell my bf about the whole ordeal, and how I was really upset about the ID thing especially, he called to let politely let them know it was his name on the card, that it wasn’t stolen but authorized for me to use. also that it was rude of them to comment on my ID as if it were fake. The man literally responded «go fuck yourself». Pathetic old losers. I was expecting a response like «sorry, that’s just our policy», you know — a normal response. Nope. They are assholes — spend your money on a place that deserves it.

Find Edison. He’s the man. He is the only reason I keep coming back here.
You can go anywhere for product. There’s enough stores in this shit show of a city to never be truly loyal to one place. Same can be said about relationships. And relationships are exactly what keeps me loyal to my spots…
Before I developed my bond with Edison, this place had no identity with me. I would only go in if I was walking past, because there’s a liquor store across the way from my place that’s 100 feet or less. But, I don’t go to that one. I make the two block roundtrip to this joint BECAUSE of Edison.

This place absolutely price gouged me. Will never go back. I paid $ 46 for a 750ml bottle of grey goose orange. I thought this was the price I usually pay but when I got home, I realized that’s the price I pay for a 1 liter bottle! It might just be a coincidence but I feel like it is their intention to trick people into thinking that’s a fair price. Either that or they just accidentally charged me the wrong price because they’re too lazy to label the bottles with prices. I basically wasted $ 11 for nothing. Avoid this place if you can.

This place deserves a negative 5. We have shopped here on and off for the past few years (don’t know why I haven’t reviewed it before) and the service and selection was good. Today the hubby went to buy some champagne for a friend and saw that they marked up their prices by $ 20. $ 20!
That is absurd and obscene. I understand that it is the holiday season and that champagne is the drink of choice for many people, but to be $ 20 more than the store down the block? I think not.

Worst service I had in years. I’ve been there a few times, they made me feel like i was shit, literally. First time I went, i was with three of my friends. We are all over 22 years old. The second we walked in, some old man yelled from behind the counter «Well would you look at those kids». We are all 6′ tall men with beards and we were dressed up nicely.
Second try, same terrible service.

Wandered in here in search of a few wines for a dinner party I was having that night. Was amazed at the floor to ceiling displays of wine as well as wooden towers situated across the floor. From $ 5 wines to $ 300 bottle of wines, this place has you covered. And don’t worry, if you forgot to restock your nicest bottle of scotch, 76 Liquors has got you covered.
What impressed me the most was the service. The gentleman sought me out in the middle of the store to relieve my arms of holding multiple bottles of wine. He then let me wander without trying to force any certain selection upon me; however, when I did ask for a certain style he was able to tell me pretty much about the parent-​grapes in each bottle. I enjoyed the conversation as he was familiar with the Texas Wine Country and over all had absolutely the best experience. It’s not exactly on my beaten path, but I will definitely go out of my way to come back.

They were good until I had to pay. I hate retailers that accept credit cards but then tell you which ones they would prefer. In this case, I was making a substantial purchase for my business and they told me they would not accept a business Visa; it cost them too much. Frankly, as a customer, I don’t care what their overhead is.

It’s open ’til midnight, and they’re next door to a bar. Okay for a liquor store. Yeah, the credit minimum kinda blows.
I picked up a bottle of wine once, before a date. Should’ve just stuck with just the wine. Forget the date.

In the land of the UES there seems to be a liquor store on every corner. As far as one goes this is not a bad place to find that perfect wine or hard spirits to cure what ails you. A lot of varieties here but not really labeled to good so you have to hunt around for what you are looking for. The guy who works there was very helpful though and offered some suggestions. Picked up a nice bottle of red the other night to hang out on the couch and watch TV with. Decent prices and open until midnight too.

sooooo i cheated on McCabes last night. there, i said it… i cheated on McCabes. phew. ok, but anyway, this place isn’t bad. the selection was decent, though i did find the place a bit difficult to navigate; they didn’t have their regions labeled. the staff is what i liked the most – the guy at the counter was friendly/​charming/​knowledgeable, and me + wine + a charming guy = good times – i dig. solid place.

That owner with the bandana? Yea he will verbally ABUSE you if you try to use a credit card below the $ 15 minimum. Is that even legal? I’ll go to the really nice wine store down there street instead of go there… and I live right next store. If you are disgusting to customers, I’m not given’ you a dime!

I am forever grateful to the Martire family who have owned 76 Liquors for years. Gustavo (Gus) and I had a special friendship for many years as the result of my constantly walking my pug by the store. Puggy always wanted to go inside and poke around the displays of wine & booze.
Gus introduced me to his wonderful family. (His nephew now runs tha place) He also broadened my knowledge of wines & champagnes.
Plus they are open til midnight — so this is a great place to come get some alcohol!
Yay for 76 Liquors!

«When your spirits are low, Call us» How can you not love that corny headline. Furthermore, Am I an alcoholic? I love this place for their selection of scotch and bourbon… and the wine and rum… and tequila… and ohhhhhh the owner with the bandanna. He looks like a pirate so this place gets an extra star. Nothin special, just another house of booze.