Guys... this is a liquor store. For anyone expecting *top of the line - extraordinary* customer service, you aren't going to get that here. The two guys that (I'm assuming) run the store are genuinely nice and do exactly what they're supposed to! If anyone has ever worked in customer service - you would know how absolutely exhausting it is to work with people ALL DAY. God forbid a liquor store at that... Cut them some slack, seriously. As for the actual products, I can't say much about the alcohol but the selection of snacks is honestly great! Lots of non-alcoholic drinks + a small selection of essentials (like batteries for example). I always come here for snacks and drinks. Easy in and out, no hassle, everything is set up very clearly organized as well. *As for the "labubu review", this is LIQUOR STORE. Of course it's going to be fake. Come here with the expectation that it's a liquor store, it's honestly fine and has everything it's supposed to. read more

The previous owners were amazing. Friendly, kind and always had a smile for you. They were a beautiful family of four. I was devastated to hear the father died suddenly and they were forced to sell. But I hoped the mom and kids found their way because they deserved it. I was encouraged that the new buyers remodeled and offered more. But prices went up and friendliness was non existent. No hello, no smile, no nothing. Making it very clear they don't want to be there or even spend two minutes checking you out on their overpriced goods. I'm a block away, and after two years, I'm done. I won't spend another dime there. I'll drive two blocks east to see a fellow human being who smiles and is welcoming. This life is tough for us all, I finally asked "Do you not like working here?" And he went off on me, taken aback by the question...then said "I've been here all day" ...i responded with I spent all day working too and I still managed to show kindness to others, especially customers" he obviously didn't like that but I don't care. I'm done. We can choose where to spend our hard earned money and I won't spend another cent there. I hope their hatred of the job encourages them to sell and the next owners are good people. I'll go back then. read more

I bought a labubu here and it came without an arm and the head fell off within the first 1hour of my getting it. Also came without a sticker/card. read more

So I don't get it I came by here after getting my Thai food got a semi good bottle of Pinot Grigio for $10 cold twist off and my Australian ginger beer large out the door $16 happy camper. read more

HOPS & SCOTCH WINE & SPIRITS - Outside - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Solana Beach, California

Epic! Love the remodel of the place, they got a TON of new options and beers/wines/etc. It's prob better than even a Whole Foods or other 'special' stores - they got everything! The owners and staff are really friendly and they are putting in a ton of effort on this new edition to a classic liquors store. Thanks to your team for everything. read more

Ivan & Jamie are great! Love the remodel! Convenient for the neighborhood and those coming into town via the 5 or 101 highways on their way to the beach, fair or Track! read more

I came in looking for fortified wines (hobo wines) like MD 20/20 and Cisco but alas they didn't have any. To be honest, I couldn't find that anywhere in this part of North County ( PM me if you know of a place ). The lady behind the counter was friendly and she did show me the isle of real wines they had. After perusing their selection, I did come across a few hard ciders I've never seen before. I picked one up for a New Years Toast at home. - Parking lot is odd, but usable. - Nudie magazines on the endcap. A bit awkward read more

HOPS & SCOTCH WINE & SPIRITS - Something unique.. - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Solana Beach, California

The lady was very rude. My sister coughed (WITH A MASK ON) because she was clearing her throat and the woman in the front (WHOM WASN'T WEARING A MASK) told her to cough outside...like...what? With all this covid-19 stuff going on I get it, but there were many other ways she could have said it to my sister without sounding so bitter. I literally just got off the train station and I'm here for work. I've only walked down the street and already have had two bad encounters with people here. I don't know what's in the air. Must be covid haha anyways, I won't be coming here ever again. I will forever mention this rude ass woman to my friends and family. read more

I used to go there at least 2-3 times a week. Last time I was there was today, bought a bottle of soda, and it was expired for over 2 months.. that's not the end of the world, no problem... went back there to exchange the bottle, since I am a good customer. The lady behind the cashier LAUGHED when I told her why I was there. It doesn't surprise me at all that a bunch of comments here say that she is rude.. I always got that vibe from her. So why you gonna laugh when a customer comes and says you are doing something wrong ? She is unbelievable rude! I am a polite person so I just asked why she was laughing and told her to check the expiration date on the bottle. Not going back there anymore because of her attitude.. that lady needs to learn some manners. read more

I bought ice cream and a mega millions ticket. I had to remind the cashier that I bought a ticket as he was happy to send me on my way without handing me my ticket. I didn't hear a new one printed out so he may pull that stunt frequently? My ice cream was soup. Unless I win Mega Millions I won't be returning. read more

I've read a few of the previous reviews and first things first: the name of the place is Minute Shops Liquor Store. Your expectations should be minimal here, people. You know full well, that unless there's some incredible diamond-in-the-rough service oriented cashier on duty, your experience, at best will be forgettable, but will more likely include some mild unpleasantness. Look at the name of the place, now look at the bars on the window, see the terribly designed parking spaces. They've made it all too clear who they are and what they're about. "We're a ghetto liquor store!" is what all those things scream. And there is nothing wrong with that. They sell liquor, they've got a captive local market, and they really don't care what anyone thinks. This "we don't care" attitude can be successful in only one niche of the retail and service sector: wine and spirits. And what do you know, that's exactly the niche the owners of Minute Shops have chosen! They win, Yelp reviews be damned. Look, the people that work here are cool, as long as you come in more than once every July for opening week of the Del Mar Races. Admittedly, the snack selection sucks and I don't know who in the world buys X-rated magazines anymore but this store sure seems committed to that demographic. Gotta respect the loyalty there. Minute Shops gets a four star because, more often than any other retail store that I know of, they sell Pliny the Elder double IPA by Russian River Brewery. One case a month. They limit the purchases and keep the price as low as possible ($9.99). This isn't just some beer snobbery spilling over into Yelp reviews. I don't even like beer, but that stuff is incredible. Never heard of it? That's what the Internet is for, friend. Maybe the best tasting beer in the world. Anyway, Minute Shops Liquor is fine for what it does. If you don't like ghetto style liquor stores, there's a Bevmo right up the way. Happy drinking! -Justin read more

I just called this place looking for a particular beer. Mind you I live no where near this place, but happen to be headed down this way tonight and Molson Canadian isn't distributed in orange county. The guy who answered the phone was not helpful and said, "I have too much beer. Just stop in and look." Look, I get that you're just a liquor store, but if you can't answer a simple questions just don't even bother. read more

Lady in the front has bad customer service. I felt unwelcome in the store will not be back.

A semi-dumpy convenience store with a medium sized, but neglected craft beer selection. The selection here does have enough interesting beer to make a quick stop by not a complete waste. They have Pizza Port cans, some new releases from Lagunitas, lots of weird stuff from Weins bombers to old beers you can't find anymore like Decadence 2012 and some dusty 750s of Lost Abbey. Some of the fridges had a condensation problem causing the bottom rows of bottoms to soak in an unknown filth. Didn't buy anything so unclear of pricing. But maybe one day you'll find a gem in here since it doesn't look like craft beer nerds raid it often. read more

I live down the street from this place and have always been intrigued by their huge selection of craft beers. On the past few occasions I've stopped in to grab me a fine craft beer, I've had the unfortunate experience of seeing that there are beers still on the shelf that have LONG passed their "best by" date or have seen some bottles even growing mold on them. Some beers age very well and are enjoyable past the date on the bottle, however the ones I purchased sadly did not and I was not smart enough to check the bottle before I purchased and took my beer home. This store absolutely has a great selection, the prices are too high though and the quality may be substandard. Do not expect fresh beer unless you're looking for the typical coors, bud, etc. cheap beer that I'm sure cant even be kept of the shelves (I know a couple houses nearby who practically fill their recycling bins with empty bud lites). You're better off going to BevMo further east of Lomas Santa Fe who also has an awesome craft selection at much better prices. read more

Small run down store, great selection of spirits and even some cigars. Not well stocked on snacks. Booze stop only. Lady behind counter was friendly enough. read more

I buy wine there occasionally and found the selection very good in both red and white and the price reasonable. Mainly shop my brand of cigarettes there and cannot beat the price anywhere. They (almost) always in stock so when I have to buy elsewhere, it puts a big dent in the pocket. The service is great and have always liked everyone who has worked there. read more

This the ONLY, ONLY liquor store in Solana Beach and if you want a bottle of Bourbon Rye its here or BevMo and BevMo is over mile walk towards the I-5. I had already planned that after I left the track to pick up a bottle of Bourbon for the train back to LA. Although the other reviews weren't that great, I didn't want to walk (stagger) a couple of miles and possible miss my train. I guess that's were they got the inspiration for their name, they are a block from the train station. They had Bulleit Rye for $29.99, eight more bucks than BevMO. Its a liquor store and the first three rules of real estate are location, location, location. The surly woman wasn't there but a nice friendly guy. Most of the place is beer and wine. The snack isle is paltry and did see a deli but I really wasn't look for it. read more