An update has been overdue for several months. Although not a mega store sized space, they pack in a lot of high quality beers as of late. Many are labeled with untapped info which has served me well in my selections. I've even had luck in buying some of the sale beers. They carry a nice selection of wines too. On one of the aisle ends there is a display of staff picks, all of which are discounted 15%. I grabbed a bottle of a white French blend that was unique. If it's good I plan to go back for more at the very fair price. I also see a nice selection of spirits, and some lesser know examples such as Arak. Customer service is helpful and friendly, read more

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I found this little gem of a shop a little over a year ago...Customer service and communication is top tier. Nice boutiquey collection of lesser known, but not lesser quality bourbons. They also carry the major labels as well. Can't speak to other types, as not my thing. read more

5's are not enough. Family run and they sincerely care about each person who shops with them. I do NOT know who the "old bat" is, but I can tell you I have been shopping here for years, following them after their moving to new location. The lot gets busy in the evening because of the new market that's opened. It's worth going here for something special and want them to order it for you (*if they can and usually can). Fine wines, expansive variety of beers and liqueurs. read more

Outstanding knowledge of wines, beers and bourbons. Always great service here and the staff is always placing special orders for liquors they don't have in stock. read more

Unusually high prices for things you can get cheaper just around the corner. The old bat at the counter is one of rudest people I've ever encountered while shopping. The parking lot is always so busy you'd think you're in New York. Not worth shopping here. Take your hard earned dollars elsewhere for your own good. read more

Service is below mediocre and the elderly woman cashier could not be more unfriendly. Selection isn't that great and you want to check the dates on the craft beer. I'd suggest Canals and Buy Rite as opposed to this ShoRite location. read more

More difficult to navigate the store than buy.rite or canals. More expensive. Mainly their delivery drivers need to learn to share the parking lot. Almost got hit by the budweiser truck who them gave me the finger for driving straight down the parking lot while he decided to back up without looking read more

We are craft beer fans and this place has a lot of options - with a willingness to order others if we ask. The location is great and prices are fair - plus they give discount on craft for NJ Brewclub members (win win!) They have quite a bit of wine options and the staff is knowledgable, able to find a good option within a given price point. I've seen some reviews regarding the staff and am shocked. The two employees I generally see are always welcoming and chatting about what they have available, checking the computer if we ask for something very odd. Never have I heard the language mentioned, but I do plan to focus in when they are not talking to me as I am not a fan of foul language and would definitely update my review if I encounter the same. read more

This is my local booze shop. They've a good selection of beers, and have all the necessary bottles of the hard stuff, and when I need beer or a bottle of vodka, I'm pretty safe in going there. However, unless it's an emergency, I tend to go to Joe Canal's for wine--not because Canal's selection is bigger (although it is), but because the guys at Canal's really know their wine and are great at helping you out if you're in need of help selecting a bottle. They've got a decent selection of wine in the store, but I really can't think of any one time where someone at Laurenti's offered to help me when I was looking for a bottle of wine. Typically they're all behind or around the counter talking about sports or disparaging the President. Let's just say customer service isn't the specialty of the house. If you need a six-pack, case or keg, you're pretty safe. If you know your wines and can get by without assistance, then you're also pretty safe. If you're really not an expert in wine and need help finding that special bottle, then drive on by. read more

A fairly basic liquor store run by a group of friendly, older gentlemen. The location is convenient to the Hamilton station for your last minute needs before training it to NYC. My girls and I swung by on a whim for some reinforcements of the bubbly variety on a Sunday afternoon. In the chilled case, there was really only one acceptable prosecco option but they had loads of the cheap stuff. Beggars can't be choosers! A-OK. EDIT: After reading through some of the other reviews, I was reminded about the sweet Sunday discount of 15% which we received on our bottle. Upgraded to Yay! I'm a fan. read more

SO I bought 2 cases a warm Budweiser bottles 2 week ago, took home and but in frig. Had the one this week and it was skunked, opened second, same thing. Went to Laurenti's yesterday round 11 AM, told the attendant what happen, was told they could not take them back???? 'SO NO REFUND AND 2 CASES OF THAT i CANNOT DRINK. NOT HAPPY, WILL NOT GO THERE AGAIN, WATCH THE BEER IF YOU BUY WARM read more

I love their beer & wine selection. Prices are competitive with the larger chains. Very good selection of craft beers.

One of the best wine store I have found. They will search high and low to find a wine that you like or one that is reviewed that you want to try. Art is wonderful and really works with you to find wines you will enjoy. I can not recommend a store higher. I get all of my wine there now JSD read more

This store is ridiculous they have a policy in regards talking on the phone. I understand it is not appropriate sometimes however I am a healthcare worker who was on the phone with a first responder. The cashier was very rude and nasty. I will no longer shop here read more

What a selection of wines and incredibly friendly staff - and they carry Dog Tag Brewing Legacy Lager. Dog Tag Brewing Foundation helps build the legacies of America's Fallen Warriors by partnering with Gold Star Families, the families of our nations's fallen military, on legacy-building projects in their community. Great job guys! read more

Rude employees. Online it states they are open until 10pm. The guy runs by says 2 minutes! Then the guy behind the counter says yup yup all loud and obnoxious. Change the hours online then, and don't be so rude about it. Never coming back here. The store is disgusting and run down anyway. read more

They sold me a case of cloudy, skunked becks & refused to replace it. Only 1 beer missing because I tasted it & realized it was bad. Pathetic customer service, little to no give a crap about how dusty the shelves are. read more

I am writing this review to comment on the online ordering, I have never been in store as they are not in my state. I am hoping this will help others who need a specialty wine delivered since they cant find it locally. I was nervous when ordering b/c the only review I could find was this negative one here at yelp. I really needed a wine they had in stock and my anniversary was coming up fast. The shipping was very reasonable and the wine was a great price as well. The thing is that when ordering alcohol online it seems to be sketchy, the only places that have good reviews are the large companies (wine chateau or wine . com) I placed my order and instantly received a confirmation. Good sign. I awaited the tracking information nervously. I got the tracking info and an email saying my items had shipped. I was in the clear! Shipping was fast and I signed for it on a Saturday even! Shocking. Overall I will keep this company in mind for any future wine purchases I cannot get locally. I nearly didnt order due to the lack of reviews, but I am so glad I took the chance and did. Now I have another place I can recommend to people online. Buy from them, dont hesitate. I already did that for you! Extras: They offer shipping to most states (USA laws and all). Prices are very good. Shipping rates are extremely reasonable. My bottles (2) were very well packaged and cared for. Perfect condition and the exact wines I ordered - no replacements! read more

Do not patronize this store. If you answer a cell phone they use that as an opportunity to add a cell phone charge to bill.

I live in California. I searched the internet to locate a difficult to find Italian wine, and Laurenti had the specific wine I wanted. I ordered the wine. It was shipped the next day, and I received it in a timely fashion at my home in California today - extremely well packed and in good condition. Thank you Laurenti. read more

Bought two lovely Alsatian Riesling from them. Shipped THE SAME DAY. The shipment is well packed - the wines arrived safely and timely. All of these happened two days before New Year. Not many times I can say to myself the shipping fee well spent! Well done, Laurenti. Will order more from you from now! read more

Terrible experience. They messed up my order and stuck me with shipping and restocking fees that ended up being almost $50. I wouldn't care so much if it was my fault. Definitely won't shop here again. read more

- If you like to drink wine, this is your spot. - The beer and alcohol sections are well stocked. - The beer section has a decent selection of domestic, imports, and IPAs. - You can get pretty much any kind of alcohol. - Some of the staff can be unpleasant at times but -- nothing crazy... read more

Pretty good selection but wegmans ,Glendale or canals prices are ALOT better.Maybe if you are buying 1 bottle you wouldn't mind overpaying a few dollars but if you are buying more it would be worth taking a 5 minute drive and save yourself some money. read more

Happy to find a special wine at a good price and have it shipped. Last week I tasted an incredible Spanish dry white wine from Veras with just the right minerality at a Spanish Tapas restaurant on the Thames in Canary Wharf in London. Laurentis was the only place online where I could find it and at a good price. read more

I ordered an Italian wine after seeing a second story on National news, relating to Sangiovese grapes that grow while "listening" to beautiful Mozart Melodies. These grapes then become Brunello wine. I searched on Google and up popped, Shopright Liquors and Laurenti Wines. Went to the site and they showed 4 bottles left. Not a $20 bottle of wine, but, I am hoping it will be a very tasty wine. I love Tuscany, and the people and the wine and the scenery and the feel of Tuscany! Right now I love Shoprite too! Easy to order on line and easy to sign up and create an account. I don't believe an online purchase of a special item could have been any easier!! read more

Wonderful Store--Great Depth and Breadth of wines-especially their Italian selection. Makes Canal's look like a grocery store. Wonderful people who really care about the wines they sell. Store is a bit cramped-but sometimes it feels like a treasure hunt-looking in all the nook and crannies to find the hidden treasure--and there are plenty of those-as the owner seems to have a fascination with hiding some of their best wines. read more

This was my first time shopping on their site.It was easy an they had lots of information about what I wanted to purchase.After I taste what I ordered I'll let you know what I think.Very impressed with ease of use on their website.blondinark read more

The reviews about Laurenti's made me somewhat skeptical about placing an order w/ them at Xmas time. There was no need for me to worry! I placed an order for 10 Span Pinot Noir (unavailable for me to purchase within 150 miles of my home in Syracuse, NY area). My order was placed online at 3pm on 12/11 and I just received my full case at 7pm on 12/13/14. Also, their price was $3.00 a bottle less than any other distributor! I am a first timer w/ Laurenti's and have no hesitancy about placing another order. The customer service was great; they even enclosed a handwritten Xmas card thank you note in the box...a very nice touch! Murph read more

Outstanding service, delivery, and more. Only provider of Yuengling Beer that I can find that ships to Minnesota. My favorite beer from the oldest brewery in the USA...can enjoy on vacation in North Carolina...would suffer the rest of the year if not for Laurenti! Shipments have always arrived timely and in perfect condition...Thank you! read more

This store has the best selection of wine in the State - bar none. You can compare against chains that are located within Central Jersey, but they do not have the selection and variety that this store carries. You can find the best bottles from $4 to $1000 in stock! ShopRite is my "go-to" store. read more

i did over an hour of internet research to find a US vendor for Russian Horseradish-infused vodka, so i ordered 2 bottles from them and paid to ship it across country as the arrival estimate was close enough to Xmas that the person i was gifting it to would still be in town (faster & cheaper than from Europe i figured). I set up the account so they have all of my information. Got the order confirmation email stating: "You will receive an email in the next few days to confirm shipment of your order. We will contact you if there is any problem with your order." The next email i got a few days later was: "This email is to confirm your order number has been cancelled. This order will no longer be accessible in your Order History on your My Account page. Thanks again for shopping at laurentiwines.com" no explanation of why, there was no contacting me with any problem (and i did have to give them my phone# to create the online account with them). There WAS however a solicitation from them to review my great experience with them here on yelp with a link to this very page... bad ideas all around guys, WTF? read more

Great customer service,very helpful and friendly.Better than joe canals down the road where service is horrible and staff is to busy talking to each other!!! read more

They had "Riecine La Gioia Toscana-2007" on their website, so I ordered it. Four stars for having it, even though it's not cheap. It's Christmas, and what's not to like about a serving a bottle of wine with your family name "La Gioia" on the front?? read more

I ordered online at 2:30pm and my order was picked up at 4pm and delivered all the way to AR by Thursday at 2:30pm by fedex. Their service is as good as it gets. You can trust them to package properly, and ship promptly. Waaay better service than another shoppers store there in NJ. Great Customer service, trust them to get your order there on time and intact. Never had a broken bottle in many years of ordering from them! Thanks for the Bong Vodka, you cant find it anywhere cheaper than these guys. read more

Had to laugh at the review from Rich W. If you go to Canal's for wine you must not like to drink good wine, and if you think they have a better selection you obviously have no clue. I've never had a problem getting good advice on a bottle of wine, and you can find something good at any price. They do tend to talk about politics, but this place isn't about being corporate. If you are just interested in buying some advertised swill at the cheapest price go somewhere else, but if you want good quality stuff go here because they have it. They also maintain a good selection of different types of spirits and craft brews. read more

I found a wine and vintage year on their website and ordered 3 bottles. I have never ordered wine from a website and had it shipped before. When it arrived ( and pretty quickly I might add) 2 of the 3 bottles were from a different year. I was very upset about it because I had been very specific and now what was I going to do? ship them back? I sent them an email and told them what had happened and they immediately answered with an apology. They wanted to get the shipment out before the fedex truck arrived and thought they were all the same vintage year. They made it right by shipping me 2 bottles of the correct year and told me to keep the original bottles. I was very happy with their response and follow-up. I will do business with them again. They made it right and did what they said they were going to do! read more

Excellent group of people running this store. Great selection of wines with a staff that has tasted many and knows their wine. Great place to make a quick stop for all of your liquor, beer and wine needs. I only wish I lived closer! Forget those big stores, shop family-owned and operated places like Laurenti's! read more

I had fun ordering the wine from Laurenti wines. I will let you know after I drink the wines I ordered how did they taste!

went in recently because they had offered a favorite wine of mine (Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc) online at a good price ( about 13,50 dlrs ) -- i went to the store to find the price of the item on the shelf was a good 3 dlrs + more -- felt like i was baited --overall their selection of wines and beer are not so great ; obviously the store is not as big as the 2 i mention -- i m a HUUUUGE FAN OF Gary's Wine and Liquor in Hillsborough - and even find Joe's Canal in Lawrenceville to be superior to Laurenti's on Quakerbridge rd in Hamilton read more