When I first moved to New York City, I had a roommate. So, I could afford to live in a highly gentrified neighborhood. But when he decided to tell NYC to fuck off, I had no choice but to move to a less expensive neighborhood without even a coffee shop to call its own. But like a beacon of hope, at least I had the saving grace of The Discount Liqour Store! Always well-stocked, and talk about customer service! The are always warm and welcoming and NEVER judge me or make me feel like the alcoholic I really am. Once, when it was raining and my hands were full, the owner walked me home under her umbrella. Granted it is only a block away, but it was still a sweet gesture. She even once was in the neighborhood of where I used to work and came in to say«hi!‘ There are 2 other liqour stores within the 5 block radius of my apartment, but I will never go to them again since I have my friends at DLS.