It's everything a liquor store should be... well-stocked, quick & courteous service, open late, and if you must stand in line between the hours of 11:50 p.m. and closing time (midnight) as the last-minute crowd stampedes toward the door with terror-stricken looks on their faces desperately scanning the storefront for the illuminated "Open" sign, at least the counters have wonderfully distracting posters of sexy ladies posing next to a fine bottle in scantily-clad "outfits."
I'm a VA resident and I gladly drive across the state line to replenish my stock from Seitz. Not only because their prices are VERY competitive, but also because they sell quality products that are rare finds anywhere else. For example, my fellow Vodkaholics, I urge you not only to try the very-reasonably priced and excellent quality "Idol" vodka (coming from a person who doesn't drink below Kettle & Goose), but also try and see if you can find the same bottle at another liquor store in MD. VA liquor stores do not carry it, I already checked the state Alcoholic Beverage Control website so you can rule that out. On your way to the club? No problem! Seitz has got you covered and will provide you with party cups and a well-refrigerated bottle at no extra charge. I'm willing to bet they sell "personal size" bags of ice too. I mean... why waste time in the parking lot, right?
The staff are also very friendly and knowledgeable. They're not looking to rip you off and won't roll their eyes at you if you ask for a top-shelf bottle they have to use the ladder to reach. No joke - sometimes I'm in and out in 2 minutes. The staff knows me and remembers my preferences (wait - is that a good thing?) which makes the service that much more personable.
The downside? The neighborhood. I won't lie - it's slimy everywhere you look. Leave your lady friends comfortably sitting in your locked car. Ignore the occasional yet harmless homeless dudes who will try to hit you up for some change, this is no time for charity. But do not be deceived by its location because it does not reflect on their business whatsoever. It's not like you're going to spend the night there!
With that - I'm happy to write the first review for Seitz! And you thought - it's just a corner liquor store. Who knew?
-Fabian
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