Pretty wide selection and a convenient spot. Uptown, downtown either way Sparrow is the place to go...if you get local TV you know what I'm talking about. Anyway, they have about everything here, good beer, wine and liquor section. All reasonably priced. When I need something quick and easy this is where I choose to go. If I need bulk, Buy Rite is still the spot to go. The girls at the register are always very friendly. My only real complaint is signage, for the love of god put up signs in the aisles to help navigate all the wine, Australian, Italian, merlot, 2 buck chuck, whatever just put up something to help navigate! read more

Your liquor store has been our go-to for weekly needs and for stocking up during our annual summer and holiday parties. The staff has always been friendly, helpful, and good with recommendations. Over the years, we were consistently advised by staff to buy a little extra for events, just in case we ran short -- with the understanding that any unused, unopened, and non-perishable items could be returned the next day for store credit. We appreciated that flexibility and planned accordingly. But today was a different experience. When we tried to return a few items, we were told about a restocking policy we had never heard of before. On top of that, the staff didn't seem to know the details and had to contact the accountant instead of speaking with a manager. There was even some question about whether the items were returnable at all, which caught us off guard given the history. We had our receipt and the alcohol was delivered by your staff last night!!! After 6 years of loyalty and following the advice of your team, we left feeling dismissed, confused and disappointed. What had been a dependable relationship ended with poor communication and a lack of clarity. You've lost a long-time customer. read more

Ordered many times for them to deliver. Never had a problem, but last time (August 2022) I ordered 10 bottles of cava and it ended up not being delivered. We called asking, but we were told the delivery person said it was delivered (left at the door), but didn't give any proof. We insisted there was a mistake, but they didn't do anything. We sent an email complaining, but again they did nothing. Never buying anything from them again. read more

You can't sell something like the mystery box and expect me NOT to buy it! 24 12-oz beers for $25, some standards but also some gems! I would be shocked if any other store in Hoboken had a better beer selection and the wine should not be overlooked either. Plus every Wednesday they feature three wines for a tasting. The liquor selection is not bad either. As far as pricing goes, again probably the best in town. The only downside is a lack of substantial parking, but let's be honest, most people will be walking (or stumbling) in anyway. read more

The downtown location was my go-to spot for beer/booze in Hoboken, then I discovered they have an uptown location! Wonderful! Décor: It's a liquor store and, honestly, all of them in town are relatively similar. This one, however, falls on the side of the scale I'd call "upscale/nice." The décor is nicely kept and it's very well-lit. Their selection is also HUGE! Staff: The staff is absolutely TOP NOTCH! I was looking for a specific beer, Del's Shandy, and they were out. However, they said that when the next shipment came in they'd set as many as I wanted aside (and keep them non-refrigerated, just like I wanted). Well, a few days later they called me and I was in business. After walking over to buy them I tried to figure out a way to get all 144 beers home (yep, that's 12 12-cases...). Low and behold they told me they deliver! The next day they literally carted them into our apartment! It was absolutely wonderful and just what I needed - yes, it's odd that I wanted non-refrigerated but it's a long story... Drinks: Like I said, HUGE selection of EVERYTHING! Value: The prices are right where you'd expect. I'm a huge fan and will always come here first when buying any kind of beer or booze. This place is THE BEST! read more

I have been in the uptown Sparrow twice. Last weekend an employee was freely walking through the store and close to customers without a mask. I was already in the process of paying when I saw this and I called it out to one of the other employees who made the man put on his mask. I was back in Sparrow again today and while shopping the same employee was again walking through the the store without a mask. This time I immediately walked out. I'm either remarkably lucky or Sparrow is brazenly reckless and irresponsible. read more

Always the best spot to get my wine and craft beer. Great deals and a forever changing assortment of options, just can't beat them!

Remarkably knowledgeable staff at both locations. Fair to good prices for sales. Outstanding curated selections. Just a really well run business. read more

4 hours after ordering delivery we call the store and the woman who picks up the phone tells us that she has done nothing with the order. So we ask to just cancel the order and her response is "ok" and hangs up on us. Hopefully we see a refund soon. read more

Big fan. Went there mostly for beer but checked out the liquor selection as well. Good selection and great prices. I absolutely loved the beer selection. Tons to choose from brewers that you usually can't find anywhere else. Staff is very helpful and knowledgeable. I definitely recommend a visit. By the way, I chose this location as oppose to the one on Washington because generally nuts over there in the evening and this location (Shipyard Ln) has a small parking area. Easy access. read more

Sparrow Wines and Liquiors is great if you need a one stop shop for all different kinds of alcohol. They sell beer, hard alcohol, and wine and they have a wide variety of each. The place does mostly wine so for anyone who is looking for a wide assortment, this is your place to go. They also keep some beer refrigerated and some not, so if you can avoid skunking your beer if you need to. The staff is very friendly and can help you out with anything you may need. I asked one of the guys working there if they had a certain beer and they did not. He did however recommend another beer that was almost like the one I asked about and told me that they sell more of it than the other one. I can see what he is saying because after trying it I think I might start buying it more often. Prices are a little higher than what I am accustomed to paying but it is to be expected since it is Hoboken. As with every other place; the bigger or better the bottle, the higher the price. They have a small portion of street parking out front so you can take your car there if needed, but I would not advise it since it is almost always full. I live right down the street from the place so I am always walking here. That is unless teleporting becomes the new fad. Overall I gave this place four stars because of the close proximity to my apartment, the variety of alcohol they sell and the friendly and knowledgeable staff they have. I plan on heading back here again and trying the different brands of beer they sell. read more

Sparrow Wine & Liquor Co. - Entrance located on Shipyard lane next to the historical museum. - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

They must only want delivery business bc the service was terrible in store. The aisles are packed with boxes and employees (none of whom offered to move or help). Don't expect a cart either. I asked for one and she said there are none so I used one I saw bc I got 2+ cases of wine. When I checked out I was asked if I needed it to bring the wine/beer to my car and I said obviously (no one offered to help). I was rudely told to bring the cart back. Which of course I always would. Sad, used to be a nice store. read more

I am a longtime customer and am usually very pleased with the customer service at Sparrow. In fact, earlier this week I got a great wine recommendation from one of the managers at the Washington Street location. Today, however, the young manager working the register at the Shipyard location couldn't even muster a "thank you" for the transaction. His attitude was like he couldn't be bothered with the sale. Please don't take your customer base for granted. read more

Liquor store?! Pshhh....Sparrow's is a BOOZE EMPORIUM. I've never seen so much space (we're talking the size of a small supermarket) solely devoted to alcohol. Best of all, with prices lower than what I've seen in Manhattan, everything is grouped according to country and type, so if you're in the mood for a Spanish Rioja, Bahamian dark rum, or even a six-pack of an Upstate NY IPA, it's easy to compare proofs/brands without trekking to the other side of the store. Bonus points - they sell Dan Akroyd's hard to find 'Crystal Skull' vodka. read more

Really pleased with my experience here! Great selection of drinks, and when I had specific questions about local beers, the manager Laz was extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and friendly. 5 stars read more

They have the largest selection for any of your alcohol urges in Hoboken. If you find their products cheaper anywhere in Hoboken they will match that price. The beer selection is great and is usually priced at a steal. Picked up a 4 pack of Dubhe Black IPA (yum!) for $10 on Sunday. In the winter they have Founder's Breakfast Stout! read more

Time for Sparrow to get some in-store customer service. Check-out woman is never helpful dare I ask a question. Night before Thanksgiving "their internet went down" and they couldn't take credit cards with 25 people trying to distance in line. Not the first time either. During pandemic, they need to upgrade their credit card system to touchless. Unhealthy having to pick up that communal pen to sign screen? Pretty sure business has been brisk during pandemic. Time to invest a little in the Shipyard store. The competition 2 blocks away is so much nicer to customers. read more

Great family owned liquor store. My dog always pulls me inside because they give the best dog treats! Wide selection of wines and beers. Very nice people who are always there to answer any questions. read more

Good prices and pretty wide selection. I bought a case of Russian River wine and they gave a 20% discount. Definitely the place I'd go for wine in Hoboken. read more

I had been avoiding Sparrow Wines because of the lack of street parking on Hudson only to find that there are plenty of spots on Shipyard Lane. Duh. At first the size of the store was a bit daunting, they really need a floor map to help customers navigate from country to country. Thank goodness for Marcus, the wine consultant. He was fantastic. He walked me around the store and recommended 8 or 10 bottles of which I picked up 6 and got a 10% discount for buying a half case. Lots of variety at multiple price points makes this wine store a winner in my book read more

More outrageous wines from the 04 vintage in Spain. Flor de Pingus. Pingus is a flagship of Spain -- and the 04 is getting a ton of good press. Very difficult to find -- Sparrow has it for $65 a bottle. http://www.sparrowine.com/index.php?crn=15&rn=14334&action=show_detail read more

Love stopping by this place on my way home, especially if it's been a rough day ;) The staff is always friendly and the selection is quite good. I often ask them for red recommendations, and I've been happy with most everything they suggested. There are a couple wines that I like that they don't have, but in their defense, they aren't really that common. Prices are quite reasonable I would say. I'm not a huge beer drinker, but whenever I come with my beer-drinking friends, they are always impressed. I don't believe they've bought the same beer the dozen or so times they've visited, since they are always eager to try a new one. read more

Ordered some stuff for delivery and never received it. Drove over there myself to pick it up. The manager was extremely rude.

They have the largest selection of any liquor store in Hoboken. You like German beers, they got that...and alot more. If your tierd of "lite" beers then try some of the choice selections on the far left side of the fridge. They also have some nice beers on the shelves next to the fridges. Really good value considering any of the imports would cost you more than double what you pay in this sparrow. A good change of pace selection. They also have rows and rows of wine. If you know what your looking for ask someone and they are more than happy to help you find it. They also have kegs and bags of ice. Calling ahead is always smart since they will cart and load your car for you. Great service. Great prices too! read more

For its size, this place offers a wide selection of wines, liquors and beers. If you enjoy mixing cocktails and need to track down uncommon bottles like Carpano Antica, Berentzen Apfelkorn or Cardenal Mendoza, this place has you covered. They could stand to stock a wider selection of bitters, but the major ones at least are all represented. They've also got a good selection of wines at all different price points, and lots of good beers available by the bottle. Prices are reasonable-for-Hoboken: yeah, you probably could find some of this for a few bucks less at some megastore out in the suburbs. But throw in the cost of gas and your highly valuable time, and it's a wash at best. So much easier just to trot on over to this place, get what you need, and get on with your life. read more

You can never go wrong with either location of Sparrow. Their selection and pricing across the board is as good as it gets in Hoboken. Staff is always friendly and helpful. read more

Abroad variety of wine and beers, nice staff and good prices. Different sorts of wine from Italy, Spain, California etc for any taste! Spacious place and pleasant atmosphere there help to make a good choise. read more

Always a great selection and excellent prices. Will get anything you want if they don't have it. Huge selection and knowledgeable staff. Great wine store- best in Hoboken hands down. read more

I'm reviewing this location again just because I'm semi-appalled that the downtown location has a higher star rating... If we want to evaluate on the same plane, this location definitely offers a greater breadth in terms of wine and beer. Also, I've never waited in anywhere near as long of a line as at the downtown locale. Downtown I have actually left the store due to the line being outrageously long...this has yet to happen uptown. As I tend to rate things relative to their comps/peers, this locale is again receiving a 4 based on the dearth of genuine offerings in Hoboken. If you are in Central Jersey, venues like Joe Canal's offer a far better selection and value... read more

This is a really good liquor store. I even went in here with Artie Lange once and got him to autograph a book (mistake) I had. Nice Guy-touchy even. He hangs around this area alot. The store has a really good selection of beers and wines. It is also well laid out and spacious. read more

I just moved to Hoboken from the city, and the wine shops in my old neighborhood gave a lot of attention to atmospheric detail. If that were my main reason for entering a wine shop, this wouldn't be the place to go. It's a bit warehousey, but, you know, so what? Because the fact is that I haven't seen a wine shop in the city that can compare with the sheer number of wines available. Maybe my spatial sensibilities haven't adjusted to being in Jersey yet, but the place feels huge and it is very well-stocked with (I'm guessing) thousands of wines of every varietal from all over the world. I am by no means a oenophile with a sophisticated palate, but the longer I live across the street from this place, the more likely I am to become one. I'm looking forward to a long and happy relationship with Sparrow! read more

Sparrow has a great selection and is reasonably priced! Very quick and easy to pop into

So much for abiding by your holiday hours. Showed up at 445 pm when the sign CLEARLY said Thanksgiving hours 9-5 pm. Don't false advertise. Guess you don't need my business today or any day. Even when the employees were still in the store and wouldn't open the door. Happy Holidays. read more

Love this place great beer and wine selection friendly staff, wish they had something like this back home

This is my one-stop-shop when I plan to imbibe. Located in the Shipyard, it's location to anyone uptown is perfect - right next to the Rite Aid and Kings. The staff is super friendly and they have wine tastings every Thursday which helps you explore and learn about new wines. I rarely go here and don't find what I am looking for. If you have questions, ASK. They're smart and can recommend some really great beverages. Prices are also pretty reasonable, which is a plus! read more

For a neighborhood booze shop Sparrow does a great job. A good selection of varietals, regions and makers, at a wide range of price points, tons of good beers (many in the cooler), friendly staff, and well-informed and accessible management. Both locations are also very pleasant places to shop for wine -- spacious, well-lit, etc. The features are always interesting -- between the wine of the month club (three price points) and what they put at the front of the store, you can usually count on enjoying their picks. Lots of great discoveries. On the rare occasion when you can get something cheaper on-line or out of town, I still try to give Sparrow my business: the family and their managers are great friends of Hoboken, and can be counted upon to waive their markups, or even donate outright, for all sorts of different community events. read more

Super, mega, happy fun time liquor and beer store! Huge floor space for Hoboken as well. They've got the best beer selection in town and great choice of bombers at decent price. Their Mystery Packs (24 beers for $25) offer a collection of assorted that cannot be part of regular six packs (either because one of six broke or something). As a friend said, it's a great, cheap way to try new beers without having to make a choice or buy a whole six pack. read more

Their selection of wine was outstanding. Also, their prices are pretty good for the area. Just moved in down the street and will be buying from here exclusively! read more

just moved back to the area and glad to see the are still around. The shipyard location you can "usually" get a spot which in Hoboken is a big deal! Almost every store in Weehawken where I live has no parking so I came back to Sparrows where you at least get a shot. They were very helpful, they were not currently carrying what I was looking for but took the information and said they would be able to get it and also start carrying. You get an A+ for that kind of customer service. read more

This place is great. For beer, wine, and even super random liquor requests- they have it all- with a knowledgable staff to boot. I'm really not sure what else you could expect from a wine and liquor store. read more