We made a purchase here on 7/4/25 where we used tap to pay. The very next day we received a…read morenotification from our bank of 20+ fraudulent transactions. We did not use our card anywhere else after this transaction. I'm afraid there may have been a skimmer on the card reader.

So overpriced it's actually insane. Avoid this place at all costs. I'd rather drive 5 miles to get…read morewhat I need than give these crooks money.

Good thing this convenience store carries the pineapple flavor hard soda I was looking for -…read moreCantaritos by Jarritos. Used my DoorDash for pick up and done!

Hilltop Liquor always manages to come in clutch…read more This small liquor store on Beach Blvd is filled to the brim with spirits, snacks, propane, ice, and all other last minute items you could need before an impromptu beach day. We recently hosted a bonfire and were shocked when Walmart announced that they were out of firewood. Hilltop Liquor came to the rescue with a batch of affordable firewood and starters. This spot is close to the beach, easy to access, and offers a good amount of parking. Love having a non-chain option in the neighborhood!

Came by today to pick up milk and orange juice via door dash. They did not have the item I ordered…read morein stock so I had to get a replacement OJ. Lots of spots in the parking lot.

Blue Wave Liquor on Beach Blvd feels like one of those places that doesn't need to announce itself…read more You walk in and it's all there--rows of bottles that actually mean something, stacked with the quiet confidence of a shop that knows exactly who it serves. No gimmicks. No sterile corporate vibe. Just the good stuff, and the stuff people actually drink. You look around and you see range--not the fake variety you find in big-box stores, but the kind built from knowing your neighborhood. Whiskey that deserves a slow night. Tequila that reminds you why people celebrate. Beer cold enough to kill the day you just had. A surprising lineup of imports that hints someone here takes pride in finding things worth stocking. And the prices? Fair. Refreshingly fair. Not the kind that make you question your life choices on the walk back to your car. The kind that makes you think, yeah, they get it. Blue Wave Liquor isn't trying to impress you. It's just doing what good shops do: offering a wide selection, treating customers like regular people, and keeping things real. It's the kind of spot you trust without having to say why.

Purchased some great scotch bottles and flew in from Texas to pick them up! Emma helped and held…read morethem for two weeks while we waited! She was super helpful as I had to change the address to the store to get in store pick up! It was lovely putting a face to a voice that helped make this a great experience! Fun little store with a huge selection for anyone's needs! Def. Somewhere to check out but good spirits!

STEPH JUDGEMENT: Dizzying variety with friendly, knowledgeable staff…read more Whoa, I can't believe I've never reviewed this place! I'd been a few times but since it's not very conveniently located to me it had been a while since I'd been. The hubby and I were on our way down to San Diego so we stopped in to get a gift for a friend. We wanted to get him a special bourbon but couldn't decide out of the dozens of bottles. One of their helpful staff came by and asked if he could help. He asked about a price range and recommended the Old Fitzgerald, which we'd never even heard of and never tried, but decided to take a chance. We were very impressed with it when we tried it with our friends later on that evening--the most smooth bourbon I think I've ever had. The cashier even went out of her way to find the branded velvet gift bag for the bottle, which was a nice way to present our gift. We were also glad to see that they had a selection of gluten-free beers, as the hubby had developed a gluten sensitivity recently. Great selection with a friendly, professional staff--it doesn't get much better than this.

I'll be having angels and demons talking to me when I come here whether it's necessary to buy more…read moreor less alc, lol. If you want Clase Azul they have it, Jinro Soju no sugar, that's in the imported lane, you like Lebron Hennessy, then you gotta press a button to grab a VSOP bottle. The point of this is that they got all the alc you can desire. Basically a candy shop for responsible adults, alright. There be times when I get that Caymus wine bottle too, but they recommend usually something else and cheaper, but I'm okay, thank you though boss. The other day I bought two tequila bottles for my friend's birthday coming up this weekend. If you have a membership, they always give away cool coupons that you can use. Some stuff like $5 or buy three alc and get one free. I like coming here than liquor stores. It's clean and the service here is super friendly. Never a bad time here. Sometimes I'll be here for like an hour from just browsing all the different flavors lol. Come through people!

I usually shop at the Total Wine in Brea, but I was in the Huntington Beach area and decided to…read morestop by this location. When I first walked in, I was looking for a specific bottle and asked an employee for help. She was standing on her phone, and when I asked where the bottle was, she simply replied, "It's in the back." Since I wasn't familiar with the layout of this store, I asked if she could tell me where in the back--left, right, straight ahead, etc. She just repeated, "I said it's in the back." As a first-time customer at this location, that wasn't very helpful and honestly made me feel dismissed. Thankfully, the rest of my experience was completely different. I found another employee near the refrigerator section, and he was amazing. He walked me directly to what I was looking for, helped me grab everything I needed, and even carried it up to the register for me. He was incredibly friendly, made me laugh, and genuinely turned my shopping experience around. The cashier was also super sweet, and the manager who was there took the time to ask how my day was going and chatted with me for a bit. Those interactions made the store feel much more welcoming. While my first interaction wasn't great, everyone else I encountered provided excellent customer service and really made up for it. I hope the employee I first spoke with can be reminded that a little kindness and direction go a long way, especially for customers who aren't familiar with the store.

Dropped by as I needed to use the ATM and grab a couple drinks. The owner was a great guy! What…read morestarted as a quick stop in, because a full on 5 minute conversation about life as we know it today and how things have changed, etc. Other than that the store is thoughtfully stocked with all the weekend party items you may need and even things you may need if you're a wary traveler! Complete great guy and great place to come and get the items you may need.

Happened to be in the area with a friend and we were so delighted to discover the Street Fair was…read morehappening! There are so many booths that if I come back again, I definitely want to make more time to try and go through all of them lol. One thing I loved was that if you stand near the Roasted Loaded Potato and Baby Mini Donuts booths, you get such a good view of the HB pier and the ocean! And bonus points if it's during golden hour! What a sight!! Food-wise, my friend and I ended up getting a Roasted Loaded Potato with cheese and bacon bits. We forgot to add seasoning (whoops ), but the bacon bits definitely added great flavor! We also ordered a Carne Asada Burrito from one of the taco stands, and it was so nice that they were able to customize it and cut it in half so we could share. The meat was super juicy and the cheese had that perfect "stretchy pull" when you try to take a bite lol. So much flavor!! As for samples, I got to try the Cinnamon Explosion from the Baby Mini Donuts booth and it was phenomenal!! There was also a Coconut Water booth where I sampled their Coconut Coffee, an interesting combo, but honestly something I'd come back and try again at full size despite not being a big coconut person. Lastly, I tried the Cucumber Pineapple refresher from a fruit drinks booth and even at sample size it was so refreshing! Overall, l'd definitely come back!

Be warned! This business false advertises their operating hours. Signage and online listings state…read morethey are open until 2. Except ... I stopped by at 1:45 to a closed up shop and was told by the owner who was mopping that they actually close at 1:45. (even though they clearlyyyy closed much earlier than that since the owner was already mopping a dark shop with a locked door when I arrived right at 1:45). Okay?! Well, why list that you close at 2 then? Why did I drive to this particular shop based on your own Google listing with your hours clearly stated, only to be turned away 15 minutes early? Do NOT count on this place when you're in a pinch. Furthermore, the prices are sky high compared to other shops on Adams and Brookhurst. Judging from the review score, it appears I'm not the only one who has had a terrible experience here. Take your business elsewhere, there's a business on Main St. in HB that ACTUALLY stays open when their hours state they are open ... what a concept!

This is my go to spot for anything when driving around doing errands. The guy that works here is…read moresuper cool. This place is always clean and well stocked with everything. Local spot, food and snacks are good.

Love this liquor store! Right across from the HB pier and the staff is always super friendly. My…read morefavorite find are these new Spiked Coolers! Perfect for the beach.

Great service. I recommend this liquor store. No problems experienced. Other liquor stores are very…read moredirty this one is not like this at all.