Crest Balboa Liquor has a decent selection of drinks and the staff is usually friendly. Prices are pretty standard for the area. Sometimes it's a bit crowded, but it's convenient if you're in the neighborhood. Nothing special, but it gets the job done. read more

Crest Balboa Liquor - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - San Diego, California

This place is shitty i would leave a 0 if I could IT DESERVES A FLAT 0! The price of the supposed white Zinfandel wine was 11.99 on the bottle but when rung up was 13.99. when I told the man working that the bottle says 11.99 on it but rings up as 13.99 he was acting like he diddnt know what I was talking about at first. then when he realized that I was saying this is false pricing he discounted it and at then end diddnt even wanna give me a receipt after I asked multiple times about it. He also scrapped the price tag that was on the bottle of wine off to avoid conflict with issues with false pricing. I then Asked why he did that and he diddnt say anything and was acting like he diddnt know what I was saying. Do not shop here this place is trash read more

Crest Balboa Liquor - This don't even look like white Zinfandel and the paper is taped on there which is also alarming. - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - San Diego, California

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The owner is always friendly and likes to joke . They do speak in there language all time as they're helping you. I don't mind it but, for those that do.. I can let you know that I understand some Arabic and what they're saying has nothing to do with being offensive. Just as a F.Y.I. read more

Crest Balboa Liquor - Cool Lil spot - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - San Diego, California

I asked for the price of a bottle and he said he cannot say it over the phone ... what a joke.

This place is great! This is my husbands "quickie mart". The first time I went in here the guys knew who I was because they recognized my car from my husband driving it. They carried my order out and loaded it in the car for me. All the guys that work here are super nice. They say hello, even if they don't know you. It seems like they really enjoy their job. The prices are great for a liquor store, and they have everything! read more

Look. So. Hear this. You can buy good looks to an extent. You can buy Style. You can buy drinks, just about anywhere. *However* You can't buy character, intelligence, or kindness. I don't promise you the most affordable bottles, smokes, energy drinks or beef jerky in town at this location. What I do say, is I'm so much happier with my new local liquor store than I was at Miles ( for "creative" criticism see also, 1* reviews) Not a bad spot IMO. Check 'em out if you like to support the grassroots businesses as much as I do. *Glug-Glug* read more

Exceptional beer choices. found it difficult to choose. got my favorites and some rare gems for gifts (and to enjoy). Not a lot of Belgians/blondes... No Abt 12. Sam is dope and super friendly! I rarely write reviews but this place is exceptional and deserving because of their choices, prices, and customer service. I look forward to coming back and hope Crest Balboa Liquor and Sam stick around a long time!!! read more

Cool guys! They always have my Maraja beer. Clean, easy to get around, theyre good with beer knowledge, and its a lighted area in case you go at night. read more

I'm personally familiar with everyone who works there including the owner and they've been nothing but amazing and welcoming so much so that I've been a 7 years in a row returning customer for booze, snacks, sodas and you name it. They even cater to what you like and will make sure there's plenty of it for your next visit and will give great discounts and have great selection of beers and wines. I can't say 1 bad word about this place. It feels like a second home to me. To Owner, Sam, David, David Jr and Possum, I love you guys. read more

Owner does not do well under pressure --- I stopped by on a Friday evening to check out their rum selection. They've got a bunch of single bottles of random brands on the top shelf. When he first asked me if I needed help, I said I was learning about tiki drinks, so I was checking out their different rum brands, what countries they were distilled in, etc. so I would know what ones to buy based on recommended recipes. Customers came and went as I peered up at the rum, trying to discern how many years they were aged, etc. I waited until there were no customers (since I didn't want to be a bother) and I started to ask about one of the rums that was hidden up top and I could only see the neck peeking out --- the owner bit my head off, said he can't give me any prices, can't help me with any of the top shelf items, and essentially kicked me out of his store. I thought this was very unfriendly to a new customer, especially when these rums run $60+ a bottle. The younger guy that looks like Sylvester Stallone with the tattoos on his shoulders is really nice and cool, but it's too bad his boss is so unwelcoming. read more

Solid place to buy booze, smokes, and n00die mags.