Pay attention to what your items cost before you reach the register. These guys will not scan your…read moreitems. They manually input the prices and regularly charge more than the listed prices. Someone needs to investigate this location for overcharging.

Opening up a liquor store so close to my apartment? This must be an omen. It was rumored that this…read moreplace was going to open for several months before it actually came to fruition. The word is that ownership ran into difficulties from the village which delayed things significantly. The space was formerly operated by a pet groomer who has since relocated to a larger space up on Higgins. The strip mall itself was given a huge face lift in the last year, with a resurfaced parking lot and updated facades for all the buildings. This was obviously an attempt to attract new tenants, which seems to be paying off. Being the nosy person that I am, I just had to poke my head in on the day they finally opened their doors for business. They completely remodeled the inside, and the beer coolers, wine racks, and shelving all looked brand new. The gentleman behind that counter, who I also suspect is the owner, was a really nice guy who I got to chat with briefly. While I guess the neighborhood did not really "need" a liquor store, and there is a 7-11 literally right next door, this does fill void for me personally for a couple of reasons. The 7-11 next door is pretty much useless to me these days for alcohol purchases. I am over the phase in my life where I am buying 30 racks of Milwaukee's Best and cheap bottles of rot gut, which is about all that can be found there. This new establishment is quite well stocked in all of the typical top shelf brands you would expect, along with various single malt scotches and other ultra premiums. This saves me the trouble of having to head to Mariano's if I have people over and need some provisions. They also have a huge walk in beer cooler with a robust selection to cater to the IPA and craft beer crowd. I wish there was a little more variety for my personal favorite, stouts, but that is just me being picky. Prices here are a good 15-20% less than you would pay at Mariano's by my estimation, and since it is so close to my apartment, I have little doubt that they will earn my businesses for the foreseeable future.

This is right by my house and where I usually get my wine from but I will not be shopping here…read moreanymore. I lost my cat and the owner wouldn't let me put the flyer up. Nice way to treat your regulars

All Good at this location the best is sales people friendly and positive attitude. A lot of…read moreoptions to choose as far as bear and wine.Dont drink to much but if you do get it here.

The owner and his wife are very friendly and knowledgeable about what they sell. The craft beer…read moreselection has probably quadrupled over the last year. Lots of three Floyds bombers, and a generally well thought out variety from pale ales to stouts. That doesn't even include the awesome wine selection. Not too expansive, but well chosen. Keep it up guys.

For a small neighborhood liquor store, the Liquormart carries an incredible variety of microbrews…read morein addition to the usual beers, wines and spirits. Their prices are just a tad above the supermarkets, but that is understandable. The owners and staff are very helpful and friendly and are always willing to find and order your favorite libation if they do not carry it. Yes, I could drive the extra mile and go to the big supermarket and save an extra couple of dollars, but this place gives you the friendliness and service only a small neighborhood business can provide.

Great variety of brews plus friendly and knowledgable employees!read more

I love Lucky Monk. My friend and I have come here a few times for Happy Hour because they have…read moregreat Happy Hour food deals, which I appreciate a lot as someone who doesn't drink much. The deal is half off apps, but if you enjoy an adult beverage, the house-brewed drafts are also half off. M-Th 3-6pm, dine-in only. At least that's what it is right now. I feel like it changes, so maybe call beforehand to confirm. I only got pics of the nachos this time, which really doesn't do it full justice because they're bigger than they look in the photo. Food is always good and consistent, there's nothing really to complain about regarding service or prices, and parking has always been really easy, though that could be because we typically go on Tuesdays. I imagine weekends could be a little bit busier, but the place is pretty big, so even if you have to wait, I don't think that you'd be waiting that long. The vibe is also casual and low-key.

I get together with old friends once a month at various restaurants. On this visit, there was just…read morethree of us. I chose this place for this month's lunch. I had been here with my daughter about 12 years ago and remembered enjoying it then. We all had burgers and craft beer. My friends went with the Mad Max (burger of the month) and I went with a peppercorn and blue cheese burger. It was thumbs up for all of us on the burgers as well as the beer, which was unique and delicious. I took no pictures that day and just enjoyed the outing with friends, but I was especially impressed with the taste of my burger. I abstained from adding any of my usual condiments, and decided to try it as is, with just their sauce. Best decision ever! The sauce was amazing and the burger was cooked a perfect medium. Like many restaurants, Luck Monk offers their regular menu, plus flyers on their specials, including beers and cocktails. Four days later, I went right back there again on my own, to formally review it with photos. I had to go with that same peppercorn burger, because it was just so good, and to make sure the first time was a fluke. It wasn't. I tried out their chili as well, which was also good. This chef knows what he is doing. This stand alone restaurant is easy to get to, and has ample parking. The interior of the restaurant is beautiful and looks high end, though I found the pricing to be reasonable. It would be a great spot to take clients for a business lunch. It's elegant looking , but unpretentious. The hostess and servers are wonderful. I highly recommend the Lucky Monk!

Wine with Me is a niche experience in Itasca for your libation needs. I came in as a first-timer,…read moreasking for guidance and recommendations. I met the owner, who was very hospitable. He gave me a small tour. Advised that they have tables for tastings and even offer a small array of crackers and meats, but they are not a restaurant. He added that it's not uncommon for regulars to visit a local restaurant and just bring their food with them to enjoy their wine. There's also a selection of craft beers and spirits to choose from. We even discussed Uncle Nearest whisky! After a recommendation from the owner, I chose the VDR; Very Dark Red wine. I thoroughly enjoyed it and can't wait to go back to try more!

Wine With Me is a great place to explore some excellent wines. craft beers, or cocktails, in a…read morequiet, relaxing environment. The service from Mark the owner or any of his staff, is always engaging, friendly, and helpful. Add some fine cheeses or tasty crackers/bread sticks and you are set. Consider joining their wine club to experience some exciting wines (red or white) each month, which are selected by the owner Mark from his extensive inventory. Wine With Me is one of our favorite places and we learn something new about the world of wine every visit. Stop by and check them out - You won't be disappointed!

We were just here again on 7-5-26. The brunch buffet here is still our go to for a meal like that,…read more The new layout seems to work better for traffic flow. The cook at the omelette and carving station is top notch--he's very pleasant and efficient. My omelette which was chock full of fresh ingredients was cooked to perfection. The Prime Rib was a perfect rare and seasoned well. Their signature Parmesan Reggiano hash browns are a must have. The breakfast bread choices are fresh and very tasty. I'm not a big fan of cocktail sauce with shrimp, I make an exception for theirs. It is obviously homemade and has just the right amount of kick to it. The staff is courteous and efficient. The (female) manager was constantly on the go keeping an eye on the entire operation. The entire premises is immaculate, the bathrooms are very clean and fresh smelling. A friend took me to a buffet at one of their big name competitors--that place was way overpriced and the food wasn't as good. I'm sticking with GC for the weekend brunch, my family comes here on a regular basis

My wife and I met another couple for lunch. This establishment is very pleasant and well appointed…read more I ordered the Flight of 4 beers. The server informed me that they were out of more than 70% of the beer listed on the beer menu. If that wasn't bad enough, it took our server about 15 minutes to bring the flight. We all enjoyed our lunch albeit very slow service. I feel it would only be fair to visit this establishment once again. Maybe it was just a bad day.