Real Liquor

4.7 (34 reviews)

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Open • 8:00 am - 11:00 pm

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Karina S.

Al is one of the best cashiers and is so knowledgeable on his products! Loved the service i received :) 10/10 would recommend!!!!!

This retailer is selling counterfeit vapes and knowingly doing so. I have gone to owner and physically showed him that products are counterfeits. He claimed he gets them from Cash and Carry. I told him if he did it again I would report him. Tonight I made reports with the City, the County and the State Attorney General because once again he sold me a product that is counterfeit!

Mary P.

Al has the best customer service around. We just purchased this hooka and he walked us through each step of assembly to tips and tricks. The bowl he made is amazing and we can't wait to go back and get another very soon.

Sabrina K.

Nice , well kept store in El Cajon. Has a nice variety of local & craft beers and tons of alcohol. The guys that work at night are super nice and helpful. I was in last night and started grabbing some beers out of the cooler and right away a guy came up with a box for me and took all my bottles I was pulling and boxed them up, took the box to the counter and carried it out to my car for me. I usually hit up more known craft beer shops around SD but, I do LIVE in East County and plan on taking more advantage of the great selection at Country Wine & Spirits.

Always go here and get everything from beverages, alcohol and they even make hookah bowls. Never been disappointed and will always go back. If you need a solid hookah bowl this is your place. They make them out of grapefruits and pineapples. This is the spot!

I come here about once a week to get a drink or hookah bowl, and they are unbelievably awesome! They pack my fruit bowls for my hookah with such care and it always comes out smooth. This is the only place I go to because I know that I can trust that no matter who is working, they treat me with care. This picture is just one of the many hookah bowls they've made for me, they always hook it up! 100% recommend you come here for any alcohol or especially hookah needs!

The best prices on Puff products and they always take care of me when I come. Great customer service always!!

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These guys are extremely dope. Ever since I started coming in they've always given me some of the best customer service I've ever had And every single person that works there is dope as hell Sometimes I go out of my way to come to the store, If I'm in the area... read more

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Evan B.

Appreciate you heavy! That really means a lot to our whole team.…

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Skyler P.

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the employees here are amazing! great customer service and super friendly. great alcohol prices too! i recommend this store to everyone!

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Emily S.

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This is our favorite liquor store. They are always friendly when we go in. We told them what beer we were looking for and the next time we came in, they had it. We like coming in here when we are doing our laundry down the parking lot to get stuff and we have never had a bad experience. Super friendly staff and they are always very helpful, and welcoming. read more

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Tina W.

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I love this spot. The guys that work here are very friendly and remember what you like. They'll pull whatever you usually buy before you ask for it and has it waiting on the counter for you. In the year I've been going to this spot, I've never seen anyone who works here in a bad mood. They also have a program where you can get discounts after your 5th purchase. They don't have Lotto yet but they are working on it. I've also noticed that they've started to stock essentials such as cheese, milk and eggs. Thanks Real Liquor for respecting and paying attention to your customers! read more

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Karina S.

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Al is one of the best cashiers and is so knowledgeable on his products! Loved the service i received :) 10/10 would recommend!!!!! read more

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Ashley C.

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This retailer is selling counterfeit vapes and knowingly doing so. I have gone to owner and physically showed him that products are counterfeits. He claimed he gets them from Cash and Carry. I told him if he did it again I would report him. Tonight I made reports with the City, the County and the State Attorney General because once again he sold me a product that is counterfeit! read more

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Order is on time every single time with the correct Item, fair prices and amazing staff 10/10 recommendations!

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Mary P.

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Al has the best customer service around. We just purchased this hooka and he walked us through each step of assembly to tips and tricks. The bowl he made is amazing and we can't wait to go back and get another very soon. read more

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Sabrina K.

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Nice , well kept store in El Cajon. Has a nice variety of local & craft beers and tons of alcohol. The guys that work at night are super nice and helpful. I was in last night and started grabbing some beers out of the cooler and right away a guy came up with a box for me and took all my bottles I was pulling and boxed them up, took the box to the counter and carried it out to my car for me. I usually hit up more known craft beer shops around SD but, I do LIVE in East County and plan on taking more advantage of the great selection at Country Wine & Spirits. read more

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Joe V.

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This guy stayed open for us for 10 minutes when we called him and then sold us a bottle for a great price (lower than others by Atleast 7-10$). He had a great selection of hookahs too that I plan on buying soon. Would definitely recommend. read more

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Zachary S.

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Always go here and get everything from beverages, alcohol and they even make hookah bowls. Never been disappointed and will always go back. If you need a solid hookah bowl this is your place. They make them out of grapefruits and pineapples. This is the spot! read more

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Ramon W.

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I had a great experience here, lots of selections, amazing customer service. They have events where you can do a testing of their new products. Alan did this thing and I will definitely return. read more

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Nick V.

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Real liquor is the real deal. Is the best place to get whatever you're looking for and the prices are unbeatable. My guy Al is great and he really knows his stuff!! read more

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Arlene S.

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Oh my God the guys here are such great guys they always give you great customer service they're always go above and beyond always trying to figure out a way to try to help you out they always have all the stuff available all the new things this place all in all it's a really really great place to go I love it here read more

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Melissa R.

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If your looking for a liquor store that has everything plus great employees this is the spot. Everyone that works at real liquor is very friendly and it is a great environment! I always go to get an energy drink and water before the gym they have the best selection of energy drinks. The store is always clean and stocked. I highly recommend this liquor store to anyone they have a great variety of drinks, snacks and alcohol. Great service! Great employees! 5 stars all around! read more

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Yobani R.

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I come here about once a week to get a drink or hookah bowl, and they are unbelievably awesome! They pack my fruit bowls for my hookah with such care and it always comes out smooth. This is the only place I go to because I know that I can trust that no matter who is working, they treat me with care. This picture is just one of the many hookah bowls they've made for me, they always hook it up! 100% recommend you come here for any alcohol or especially hookah needs! read more

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Rick D.

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Good store, decent selection, but I shop here because the young dude behind the counter is super-friendly and knowledgeable (I think his name is Al). He goes way above and beyond to give everybody great customer service. He's helped me pick wines, shown me new bourbons, and if there's some weird beer I want that they don't have, he orders it and I'm drinking it 2 days later. Al treats everyone that walks in there like family, so an easy 5 stars to this place. I love brick & mortars that that have still have good people working there. read more

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Michael A.

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Country wine & spirits has great deals and pricing on Puff products and always take care of me when i come in. Great customer service always! read more

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Shawntay W.

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Alan is absolutely the bomb.com. Customer Service on 100. Such a variety of selections & they have a rewards program. Definitely my new favorite store!!!!! read more

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Daniel F.

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Alen is fantastic and always a joy to see. Always helpful and insightful, whatever he's being paid it's not enough.

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Joe U.

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This one gets the whole cake! I've been living down the street from this place for quite some time and have never encountered anything but a cool attitude from the guy on the other side of the counter, in fact I've noticed that it's the same with all the customers that enter into this tiny well stocked liquor store. I usually go in and get a sixer or something simple to satisfy my thirst for that love of beer as well as a new knowledge of some new alcoholic product on the market that I happened to eyeball while in the store. They have a wealth of different beers, wines, whiskeys and tequilas and even some tasty snacks to suite a variety of different needs. Last but not least let me just tell you that as a man who appreciates a good business, I have to say that the name itself ROCKS! who wouldn't want to go and get their drinks and snacks at a place called Party Time? That's right, it absolutely sells itself just by having a cool name and that's important when it comes to any business that seeks any sort of good reviews and not to mention promising revenue. so if you're ever down the way on Jamacha Blvd in El Cajon and you are thinking about killin' a cold one or throwing a shindig stop by, get a friendly greeting and check this place out! read more

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Jj S.

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The guys here are super friendly and they have everything you need. I always get a smile from the clerk and good recommendations to try. Nice place, friendly people read more

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NuckChorris A.

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This was my first time in this store and I will definitely be returning! I stopped in to buy some Bud Light for New Year's and was greeted with a smile and a 'hello' from the staff working tonight. The cashier got off the phone during my transaction and another employee carried out my purchase to the truck. I recommend this place for a wide variety of alcohol and for their excellent customer service! read more

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Rami G.

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Very Nice liquor Store in El Cajon city read more

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Tony Z.

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This is a great place to go for all your adult beverages. They have a nice selection of beer and wines. Everyone that works here is nice and helpful. They all remember you when you walk in. read more

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Mitch B.

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This place used to be Party Time Liquor. Same great selection and service, same El Cajon liquor store prices.

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Linda E.

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I had to pick up a few last-minute Christmas gifts this afternoon. I was dreading dealing with the traffic and crowds at the big box liquor place I've gone to in the past, so I thought I'd patronize a local small business instead. I found Party Time on Yelp (although I've seen it a hundred times, driving by). Everything the earlier reviewers said is true: nice people, helpful service, great selection, fair prices. The best thing, in my particular case was that there was no problem getting a parking space 20' from the door, no crowds, and no lines. They had the high-end Irish whiskey I wanted, and a good selection of beers. I will definitely be shopping here, and not at the mega-beverages place in the future. read more

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Courtney W.

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it's all in the name. party time has the best deals on liquor and wine in all of el cajon. the guys there are real chill and don't hover over your shoulder asking repetitively if they can help you. they rent out good sized kegs for a very reasonable price and they have a nice selection of whiskey and tequila. they have weekly deals on wine and handles of jack and jim are always on sale. read more

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CHARLES J.

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Stay away from this guy! He must be getting his friends to post on yelp because this place over charges for everything! He even try to charge a dollar to use debit card. read more

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Brian C.

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If you live in the Granite Hills area of El Cajon than you need to use Party Time for all your liquor needs. Wide variety of craft and microbrew beers as well as more main stream beers. They also have wide variety of wines and hard liquor as well. The staff at party time is friendly and will help you with any question you may have. read more

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Angela K.

Thanks Brian. We really appreciate the review.

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Christopher S.

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Best customer service in the world. Very fair prices and wide selection of liquor. You really can't go wrong with this store. The quality is excellent, and the variety is outstanding. read more

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Roni A.

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One of the best stores in town excellent service I love the way they treated me over there are always come back to them no matter what and they're always open until 2:00 a.m. Friday Saturday read more

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Best liquor store in El Cajon by far. The staff is excellent, always helpful and never ever rude unlike most everyother liquor store in El Cajon. Very good selection, clean and well lit. read more

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Angela K.

Thanks Matt for that much appreciated review. Come check out our…

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Drum M.

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GREAT selection, knowledgable staff, if they dont have it they will get it for you. They carry a few of my favorites with a great price. Much nicer than the "chain" stores I am leaving them a list for my next party and they will have it ready when I come in read more

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Angela K.

Glad to hear you had such a good experience. We aren't your average…

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518 Jamacha Rd
El Cajon, CA 92019
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What time does Real Liquor open?

Real Liquor opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Real Liquor opens at 9:00 AM on Sunday.

What time does Real Liquor close?

Real Liquor closes at 11:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Real Liquor closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu 8:00 AM - 11:00 PMFri-Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Next day)Sun 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM

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Does Real Liquor take credit cards?

Yes, Real Liquor takes credit cards.

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Does Real Liquor have catering options?

Yes, Real Liquor does have catering options.

Does Real Liquor have a drive thru?

No, Real Liquor does not have a drive thru.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Real Liquor have bike parking?

Yes, Real Liquor has bike parking.

Does Real Liquor have parking?

Yes, Real Liquor has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

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Is Real Liquor wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Real Liquor is wheelchair accessible.

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Specialties

We are family owned and operated Liquor store in the city of El Cajon. With a tradition of upscale service, Real Liquor can provide fine wines, a variety of spirits, a wide selection of over 250 craft and imported beers, premium imported cigars, and exotic tobacco accessories. The professional staff has extensive knowledge within the beverage industry and takes pride in providing great customer service. Real Liquor offers an extensive collection at competitive pricing. Come check it out yourself!

History

Established in 2020.

Established in 2020 Real Liquor is family owned and operated catering to East County with a focus on excellence and superior products.

Meet the Business Owner: Evan B.

I am an immigrant whom always dreamed of coming to the land of opportunities and have such an opportunity to become a business owner one day. I worked hard on my self to learn this business from the best; I have over 4 years experience bartending. I strive to share my knowledge about the best spirits and beers in the business. It would be my pleasure to meet when you visit my store.

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“If you live in the Granite Hills area of El Cajon than you need to use Party Time for all your liquor needs.”

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Sultan Baklava El Cajon

After finishing dinner, I decided to check out a dessert spot just down the street, and I'm so glad…read moreI did! I was absolutely blown away by the desserts here. I tried the Baklava Cheesecake, and wow--it was one of the best cheesecakes I've ever had. The combination of creamy cheesecake and the rich, sweet flavors of baklava was incredible. My taste buds were in heaven! I also picked up some mini baklava pieces, and they were just as delicious--fresh, flaky, and packed with flavor. To top it all off, I ordered a caramel latte, and it was amazing. The coffee was smooth, flavorful, and paired perfectly with the desserts. The customer service was excellent, and everyone was friendly and welcoming. If you're in the neighborhood, do yourself a favor and stop by. You definitely won't be disappointed. I'll absolutely be coming back!

loved this place. It had such a modern & warm interior!! Baklava is $25/lb and Turkish delight is…read more$18/lb. Kinda $$ and the desserts are extremely sweet, but so well done. Loved how fresh, buttery, and flakey everything was. I also really enjoyed the chew and flavor of the lokum -- they were rosewater flavored! Would be a perf place to study at. Will definitely come back again!

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Pistachio latte

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A variety of baklava- really good!

Living Room Coffee House RSD

The best wrap. I was in between the panini and wrap and decided on less bread. Best part they use…read morethe panini press on the wrap, making the tortilla a little crispy. Perfecto and I'm not typically ordering the buffalo but this was perfectly spicy. pepperonis and jalapeños. Bam? I ate it so fast I forgot to take a pic. Oops The chicken apple salad was very fresh and ripe green apples.

Coffee was so yummy perfect mix of coffee + sweetness I got…read morethe cottage cheese avocado toast minus to cottage cheese super good ! Service was great & got my order fast . Vibe was nice inside and out! I've already gone back a second time .

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Pesto Chicken Pasta - very good

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Calamari - very good

Funky Fries and Burgers

5 stars! Funky's is a little gem in El Cajon that I'm so glad I found…read more Stopped by for lunch and walked away impressed -- the staff was super friendly and welcoming from the moment I walked in, and despite the spot being busy, service was quick and efficient. Plenty of parking available too, which made the whole visit easy. I went with the double patty smash burger topped with aioli, and it did not disappoint -- juicy, flavorful, and cooked just right. You could tell the beef was good quality and the smash technique gave it that perfect crispy edge. The vibe inside is laid-back with sports playing on the TVs, which made for a nice casual lunch spot. Will definitely be coming back to try more off the menu!"

With money being tight for everyone I try to frequent mom and pop places more often than the…read morechains. This place is a joke. Why have a "loyalty program" when they add points then reverse it later that same day. I went today and ordered my usual 2 burgers, fries and drinks. I gave my phone number for the Points. I then asked Vieann H (who identified herself as the manager) when I showed her my receipt from last time I visited and questioned why they reversed the previous points and why I got none from this receipt I produced. She tried to act like it was my fault I received no points and couldn't tell me why the points were reversed from the previous visit (even after she went back in the office to do the research. She told me when came back from the office, she could see all my order history but she couldn't give me back any points from my 2 previous visits. I told her this will be the last time I come and she is losing a customer over 29 points. SHE COULD CARE LESS. Her response to this was "I went in the back to do research". Beware! They don't even deserve the 1 Star I had to give them.

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The shake was served exactly how advertised and pictures. You will not be disappointed

Lots of beer on tap

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Beers on tap

la michoacana elite

I enjoyed a nice creamy coconut ice cream from this Mexican themed ice cream shop. It was very…read moregood, but a little sweeter than I would have liked for a coconut ice cream. It was still very tasty though. It cost $4.99 for a small cup. In addition to the variety of Mexican inspired ice cream flavors, they offer agua frescas, churros, paletas, snacks, and raspados or chaved nice. The hospitality was very friendly and helpful. There is plenty of parking and a modest amount of inside seating. Good ice cream.

It's always so hard to pick one thing when everything is new and foreign. We opted for mangonada…read moreand strawberry agua Fresca with strawberry and cream ice cream. It was 10/10. Service was very patient considering it took time for us decide. This is our newest fav fruteria. No lines, lots of options and tasty treats.

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The Habibi Sweets

Family-owned & operated

Free WiFi

..no comment,everything is sweet! excellent service,…read morehighly recommend it............!

I love this place! I dunno what everything I tried was called, but it was all out of the displays…read moreon the left side, and was all excellent.

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Tyler P.

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13 years ago

Noticed that this liquor store was putting in the effort to re-brand the business and create a better image for our city. Next time I was itching for some relaxation I remembered the store and was really impressed. I was not a regular before but the clerk had a great attitude and really seemed like he enjoyed his job. Oh ya, huge selection of the most popular drinks and even hard to find alcohol! Highly recommend giving this revamped business a shot. read more

Travis S.

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14 years ago

What a great place to buy beer and liquor. Under the old ownership (Party Time Liquor) prices were always incorrect and a little high. But since the new owners have come in and remodeled the place it is my go to for anything I will be drinking. Great Job guys! read more

A J.

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5 years ago

This is the only liquor store I go to and I've been to many (as a regular) but the service here is flawless. The prices are reasonable but I continue to show up because the guys here are so nice and very helping. read more

Steven G.

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5 years ago

This the best liquor store. Tell me a store that gives you discounts and loyalty points on every purchase. I'll wait...cause there aren't any other than real liquor. Stop buying your liquor from other places. read more

Abdul W.

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5 years ago

The service here is amazing. The coldest beer in town. I like guys that work here Evan and Al. Also, if you ever have a question about what whiskey you should choose ask them they are very knowledgeable. read more

Mati K.

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5 years ago

best of the best store in town with the great & customer service i love coming here bc they always treate me like a boss

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I just moved into the area, and I visit this liquor store! They have the best prices in town, a…read moreperfect place to find your favorite drinks. Huge thanks to Jonathan for his great customer service!

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I ordered and payed for online 6-750ml bottles of SelvaRey Coconut Rum on 07-13-24…read more On 07-23-04, I received 6-750ml bottles of SelvaRey Chocolate Rum. Simple mistake except for them not responding to my multiple email requests for return shipping for the Chocolate rum and receiving the correct Coconut rum order. I have put in a claim to the BBB...hopefully the slobs will right their wrong. By the way, their online store is BARBANK

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I've stopped by this liquor and market to pick up several items on each visit. Every time I have…read morevisit the gentlemen behind the counter has been welcoming and struck up a friendly conversation. They carry the usual fair that most liquor stores do and Lotto and such. They did have a good whole aisle dedicated to wines, mostly domestic and a few imported (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/jamacha-liquor-and-market-el-cajon#WxF0K_5jzOrFlOzgnNSu1g). Sometimes I pick up some Utlra and it's always fairly priced, sometimes on sale, but always nice a cold, the way it should be. Good prices and fair prices for the area, makes me a fan of this place.

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I love this liquor store! This is probably the best one in El Cajon…read more The employees are always sweet and always answer when I call to make sure they have what I want. SEABORN margarita coconut lime. This is one of the only places in El Cajon to have this flavor and plenty on hand. I'm obsessed with these cocktails and I'm so happy there's a place nearby with them! They are always fully stocked and happy to help you find what you're looking for. The store is clean and well organized anytime I come in. Thank you to the employees for the hospitality!

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When waiting for some takeout food from a nearby restaurant I took a dip into Lake Murray Liquor &…read moreMarket for a few bottles of wine and some Gatorade for the impending hangover. This is a very nice store with orderly shelves and very friendly service. When I had some questions both about pricing of a particular bottle and also if one of their shelved bottles was available cold, the gentleman behind the counter was quick to help. I was in and out in a matter of minutes after paying moderate prices and I was happy to support a small business. If you're in the area and need some of your favorite booze, this is your place!

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