Lots of changes since my last visit and a new review is called for. In addition to a name change…read moreand possibly different owners I found a much improved and attractive interior that had been upgraded and far better attention paid to the diversity and care of the wine selection. I stated in an earlier review I wouldn't buy wine here because of concerns about the storage, age and condition. No more. I liked what I saw, and found the exact bottle I had left at home by mistake while on the way to a social distancing picnic with friends. I probably won't come here often because I have other options where I live, but the days when I'd pass this store up for reasons of quality appear to have vanished, and for that I'm very happy for them.

I had a similar experience to David S. I bought two bottles of Hess Select, which is a mid-priced…read morewine. Both bottles were bad. I made several contacts with the owner about this, but nothing was done and the remaining case was still on the shelf. After I spoke to her again, she gave me a bottle and asked me to see if it was bad too. I thought, "Why don't you try it?" That one was bad too so I took it back to her. A couple of weeks went by and the same bottles remained on the shelf and there was no offer to compensate me. I was in there today, and she said they had opened another bottle and it was fine. In other words screw you. I pity the poor sucker who buys it. Unfortunately, the owner doesn't understand that a person who has lived in this community for 45 years talks to a lot of people!

This will be my go-to place for wine in Lawrence from now on. It's clean and organized inside, and…read morethey don't even carry your typical mass-produced wines--you can tell the owners have carefully curated their selection and they are very knowledgeable and helpful about the wines they have. They even carry a small selection of fancy snacks and foods that will pair well with wine. For someone who is trying to branch out and try more wines and learn more about them, this is a perfect option.

During the pandemic, I do not go into liquor stores to buy wine bottles. I prefer to call, make my…read morechoices, pay in advance, and have the wine brought out to my car. But without being able to walk around the store, I sometimes need advice and suggestions on the phone. The person I have talked with on the phone at this outstanding wine store is exceptionally knowledgeable and helpful. I call on the phone, make my choices, and pay in advance. When I arrive, I open the trunk of my car and call to say I have arrived. He brings out the order and puts the bottles into my trunk. I never even had to open the window of the car. I got out of the car only to close the trunk, after he had returned to the store. Next time I will open an account with the store, so they can retain my credit card information. That will make the procedure even easier.

Been buying here for a little over 2 years, never an issue. Love the encounters and the memories…read moreI've made.

The proprietor of this finest establishment makes the experience every time! This well-dressed…read moresmooth scalped gentleman has a incredible memory and is so kind to everyone who frequents his store. I will never buy anywhere else when in town.

All I want to do is grab my spirits, pay, and leave -- but without fail the insufferably rude,…read moremiddle-aged blonde woman that works here has to make a snide comment or cop a nasty attitude with me. In a town with a dozen competing liquor stores, you can't afford to have rude staff. I originally started coming here because it's close to my home, but it's been three strikes and I'm never coming here again.

Nothing but positive experience here the last month or two since moving in nearby. Staff is…read morefriendly, helpful, and quick. The store itself has a decent selection of wines, whiskeys, and beer, and they'll work with their distributors to find something they don't have. Price is competitive with the other stores in the area. Can't complain!

Best in town. Was looking for a hard to find local whiskey. They had it. I was only visiting town…read moretoo.

Upgrading from four to five stars. This has become my go-to destination for everything adult…read morebeverage related. No, it's not the biggest store in the city, but to my mind it has become the best. Why? Three important ways: 1) Best service, never fail. Walk in the store and they ask if they can help, but they stay out of your way if you tell them you don't. Try getting help in some of the other stores? Difficult, typically. 2) Superb selection. Everything I'm looking for and more is here, and the people working here are pros. I asked today about the 200 yr. anniversary Guinness, guy doesn't blink and said they had a run on it but expect to be replenished in tomorrow's shipment. Not an unusual response, particularly the workers in the back who really seem to have it under control. 3) Consistency, see #1 and #2. I get this every time I arrive. No shortages, no folks standing around with hands in their pockets, no bored "when is my shift ending" looks on faces, etc. I can even recycle my wine corks here. I like that. And yet I can still come in and get surprised at what I can find, and that really makes me happy. The convenient parking is also a real plus, and with the laws recently changed the store has gotten larger (no need to separate out things like glassware into another internal "store" etc. Just keeps getting better so happy to revisit this review.

good selection and prices. Michele was super friendly and helpful. I will definitely be back.read more

This place is as no-nonsense as you can get in a liquor store that doesn't have bullet proof glass…read moresurrounding it (anyone sensing a theme here?) Truthfully, their selection of Italian reds leaves something to be desired, but I always find a decent Sangiovese or Chianti for under 15 bucks, so that's cool. I wish they had more in the 7.99 category or the 15.00 magnum category. It's just how I drink... They have a good selection of spirits, no doubt. You'll find your favorite small batch, local vodkas here (Most Wanted & Honor from KS and 360 from MO) and ton of others, too. The store is sectioned so that it's pretty easy to find what you're looking for and at the end of aisles you'll find displays of affordable/highly rated (that mysterious point system)/local wines. Location next to the Merc gives it an extra star, because it means I don't have to make a stop at Cork & Barrel, which admittedly has better specials and variety, but who needs to make an extra stop?

Cork and Barrel is amazing! They have excellent customer service and are very knowledgeable about…read morewine and spirits. They also have a beautiful tasting room and host events regularly! I highly recommend that you visit this locally owned business.

Much better this time around! I had stopped going to Cork and Barrel for several years because I…read morehad a horrible experience once. There was no one to wait on me and I wondered about the store aimlessly looking for one product. The clerk told me she had customers and could not help me. So I never went back... until now. I was looking for a special bottle of wine for a Christmas gift. I was waited on, showed several different options and treated very respectfully. Zach was the person helping me and he could not have been nicer. He showed me different wines with different price points and made sure I was satisfied with my purchase. I was overwhelmed with his helpfulness. The cashier was also very nice and courteous. It was a pleasant experience and I was glad I came back. They have tons of parking, the building is easy to access and the store is clean and well lit. There are many different prices on things so you have a range of products from which to choose. Next time I won't take so long to go back!

My favorite liquor store in town! They have an exceptional beer selection for their size. Staff is…read moresuper friendly and make great recommendations!

Micro Liquor store is by far the best store I have found in Lawrence. It has a small town vibe as…read morein everyone knows your name or face. My boyfriend and I both have chronic pain issues and the staff always carries the heavy items to the car for us. Most of the time when they see one of us pull up they will have our usual 30 pack ready on the counter! We don't even have to ask for them to carry it out for us. And they do that for all their customers in need of assistance.