Binny’s Beverage Depot

Steve is awesome! He is always the answer to all my wine problems I don’t bother looking for wine on my own anymore. The store is clean, organized and has friendly staff. Thumbs up!

I usually make a weekly trip to any various binnys for my beer needs. This particular visit was for the 2015 KBS release. We got there 30 min before the official sales began. They had a few beers open for sampling and let us know that the sales would begin in aisle 4. We perused the beer section, I found an Avery Uncle Jacobs stout that I had been searching for. Then we got in line. 20 minutes later they wheeled out the shopping cart full of KBS and then an orderly queue formed behind us. Once sales began we were out the door with no hassle 5 minutes later.
Protip: most binnys have a twitter handle for the beer girl/​guy that posts most of the more rare or sought after beverages.

I have been going to this Binny’s for years! This is, hands down, the best liquor store and best Binny’s in the chain. I’ve been to many other Binny’s all around Chicago, and this location has the most knowledgeable and friendliest staff.
When going in for wine, I talk to Steve, the Wine Manager. You tell him the type of wine you’re looking for and your price range and he will always come up with a great tasting bottle. Plus, he tends to give a little background on the wine which is very interesting.
Tequila, I’ve talked to a couple people but the one that stuck out to me was Rob Z. (I think that was his name). I told him the ones I’ve tried and what I like and he pointed me to 3 bottles. I went with his top choice and it truly was an amazing bottle of tequila!
They have the biggest selection of craft beer, fine wine and high end tequila I have ever seen all across the country!
No matter who you talk to, it seems everyone is very helpful! I now live in Itasca, but I will gladly travel the extra distance for the customer service.

The first time I walked into Binnys, I heard angel choirs. Never had I seen so much booze in one place outside of the Hofbräuhaus München. The people are really helpful, and the only time I ever stumped them on a request was for Baijiu (a Chinese alcoholic beverage.) The only downside is that the more common alcohols can usually be found at Wal-​Mart for significantly cheaper (like Jack D, Bacardi etc,) but if you want more exotic selections, come here, and save yourself the trouble at calling around liquor stores. I recently started sampling the humidor, and they have some pretty amazing deals in there, better than most cigar retailers. It’s always nice & humid, and the selection is very expansive. I met the cigar expert today, and he was incredibly helpful answering all my newbie humidor questions.

I decided to cater through Binny’s for my wedding because I wanted to have an open bar at my venue. All you do is email them, let them know how many people you have coming, then they send you a total of what you will need & how much it will be.
They automatically add on a ton of wine, which I don’t think you really need that much wine. I asked them to take it off because I wanted to go to Trader Joe’s & get some $ 3 bottles of wine instead, they said that was alright, then sent me an updated total.
The nice thing about them is that if you don’t use all the liquor you buy, you can return it (as long as it is unopen of course). I ended up having to return about half of the liquor I ordered, but it was better than not having enough.
The employees were also really nice & very easy to deal with. We ended up having to make two trips for the alcohol, which wasn’t a problem for them. They also helped unload the liquor I was returning the next day.

Binny’s is conveniently located next to Trader Joe’s. So when I visit TJ’s I usually just wander on over to Binny’s to check out the selection. First this place is huge. It probably has any type of beer you have ever wanted.
I was a little confused by the way they had the beers organized but I guess I should have asked the staff. I didn’t think the prices were too bad and they had a good selection. I can’t wait to go back to try some new beers!

Not the biggest Binny’s but good enough. I walked in their to see what kegs they had in stock, there wasn’t a huge selection but they did have a ¹⁄₆ of Green Line that I wanted. Can’t argue with that. I’ll be back soon.

That’s the place to prepare yourself for a couple slugs. I love especially when they have some stands to try some things.

My Binny’s stop was intended to be a quick little jaunt to pick up a bottle of Orin Swift The Prisoner Zin blend for a gift. What followed was a thorough education on the wine maker and percentage of the varietals in the blend. Being a detail freak, as many Unilocalers are, I completely appreciated the time taken by the staff to educate me on my purchase.
Next time, I’ll ask for staff recommendations when choosing the perfect bottle (s)!

This location is beyond great, not to mention it’s right next to Trader Joe’s.
Ridiculously friendly service combined with a knowledgable staff makes for a fabulous experience every single visit.

Binny’s is awesome period full stop.
Prices are good. Some beer is higher than other stores, some beer and wine is lower than others. They don’t seem to mark up certain craft beers quite as much as other stores, which is good.
I came in to poke around looking for nothing in particular, but noticed they had bombers of Revolution, which I’d never seen in any other store ever. Sweet, awesome selection. Then I was asked if I was finding every thing ok, which I always appreciate. I told him I was looking for something good, and we went though a tour of the selection with him pointing out all the things he thought I’d like. Ended up getting Boulevard Bob’s 47 Oktoberfest on his suggestion and it was fantastic. Checking out was quick and friendly.
Big store, clean store, friendly staff, good prices, knowledgeable staff, quick visit. If you’re looking for more than that in a liquor store, you’re pickier than I, and I don’t know how to help ya. But for the basics, Binny’s should do everything you need.

Stopped in for the first time today after shopping at the Trader Joe’s in the same mall. I’ve never had such excellent customer service in a Binny’s. The first gentleman walked me to my first two requests, and the second helped me find the wine I was looking for. Prices on tequilla were $ 8 cheaper than Armanetti’s and Jewel. Definitely will keep an eye on sale prices and return again.

Here are pros:
— Next to Trader Joes
— Had the case of beer I was looking for (a gift for the brother in law)
— Worker took me to where I needed to be
— And the cashier was helpful.
MMmmm I can’t say too many Con’s right now because I only spent like…3 minutes in the store, but like other Binny’s, it does its job and I can’t complain. So, next time I need to buy some alcohol, I’ll most likely be back.

You know you go to Binny’s too much when the cashiers start telling you personal stories about their cats…
Any who I like this place. It’s always well stocked with wonderful alcoholic yummies. The beer section is extensive. I just wish they had a larger selection of single bottles for mix and match beer 6 packs, but I’m happy they offer the option in the first place.
They’re wine selection though is amazing. If you can think of it they got it! And they often have pretty awesome sales on some really great bottles.
They also have some pretty cool tastings that are free (and some that are not so free but not so expensive either) that are definitely worth you checking out! All and all this is a great spot so check it out!!!

I don’t know if my mom thinks I am an alcoholic, but every time I visit her, she gives me some money to go to Binny’s and either grab wine for dinner, beer for grilling, or scotch for sipping. Now, I am a good son (usually), so I say «yes mother», go to the store, and get the free alcohol. But I’m a good kid — I give them her Binny’s number so she gets the points. I want to stay in that will of hers…
Anywho, the service here is always phenomenal. The wine guys know their stuff and always give a great recommendation based on what I am eating, or just what mood I am in. Their beer selection is excellent for someone like me who likes access to the finer beers in life. Spirits… they have a collection that would make any connoisseur weep in joy. The stoggie collection in the corner is decent to.
This is the only Binny’s I have ever been to, but if they others are like the Glen Ellyn location… well, then this is one great chain.

Having grown up in the area, I knew only of the seedy liquor stores sprawling across every major (and minor) strip mall. (Nothing against the Joe’s Discount Liquors and Bob’s Beverages of the world, I guess I prefer selection and cleanliness over slightly lower prices and prison bars in front of the checkout).
I am a bit of a beer snob.
The wine selection takes up 2/​3rds of the store, which is fine by me. I love a store that offers a good selection of regional and international wines. But it was the beer selection that makes this place stand apart. After spending the last 5 years in the Northeast, I feel like I’ve been spoiled by an overwhelming amount of awesome craft breweries. On my last trip to Binny’s I was pleasantly surprised to see at lest three varieties of Victory Brewery (including the famed Golden Monkey) in stock.
Prices may be $ 1 – 3 more per 6-​pack/​case/​bottle/​whatever, but it’s worth it. And if you’re looking for some off-​the-​wall craft brew, this place is likely to have it (or something that suits your tastes).

This store refused to sell a beer they had in stock because all the bottles were on «reserve». When I asked how to get on the list, I was told that I had to be an insider.
So if you happen to be an insider, you my have a different opinion of this establishment than I do.

Without a doubt, Binny’s (at any location) has the best selection of wines in the area. Feeling a little Malbec? They’ve got a huge South American selection of wines from Argentina and Chile. Want a gigantic array of Pinot Noir to choose from? They have the expected Californians, but also a robust selection of Pinots from Oregon as well (my favorites). But what if you’re cooking an Italian dinner and want to pair it with a lovely Italian wine? Fear not, wine snobs, Binny’s has you covered with the killer B’s: Barolo, Barbaresco and Barbera, along with any type of Chianti you could dream of.
While Binny’s is a wine lover’s paradise, they also have a gigantic selection of beers, ales and ciders. One of my favorite beers on the planet that has been very hard to acquire in the US is from Argentina. It is called Quilmes. And what do you know? Binny’s actually carries it. My eyes just about jumped out of my skull and I did a little dance in the aisle when I first noticed Quilmes perched on a rack behind the cooler glass.
If you are having a boy’s night and want to get a large variety of beer, some excellent wine varietals and oh, you can’t forget the stogies, this is a one-​stop-​shop for all of it. Yes, Binny’s even has a walk-​in humidor with a substantial selection of cigars from every cigar-​rolling region (sans Cuba, of course). They also sell humidors, clippers, lighters and other cigar paraphernalia to keep you covered.
On top of the magnificent collection of beer, booze, wine and cigars, the service is always exceptional. If you walk around and look somewhat confused, lost or deep in wonder, inevitably one of the staffers will ask if you need help with a recommendation. Each time I have ever asked a Binny’s employee for advice, I’ve gotten quite a thorough education on some aspect of wine or beer that I wasn’t previously aware of.

They have the wine I like here at a decent price. Aside from that, it’s not as nice as the Binny’s in Naperville — it’s more like hmm… a larger corner liquor store.
But hey, they’ve been helping to drown my sorrows and still have enough cash left over to pay the bills — something the corner liquor store fails.

This is not the best Binny’s, but it is the closest one to us in DuPage Co. (The Binny’s in Orland Park is super-​huge and swanky.)
And they have cool tastings, helpful employees, a big olé wine bargain bin, a little specialty food counter (oh my god, the Brie I tasted here blew my mind, too bad it was $ 13/​lb), and plenty of booze to choose from.
I’m really psyched to try the pumpkin beer and HONEYCRISP hard cider we just got…
Prices are pretty reasonable, selection is huge, employees are helpful… hurray for Binny’s! (And, bonus, if you need some snackage that is a little more reasonably priced, Trader Joe’s is about three doors down.)
Edit to add: The Crispin Honeycrisp hard cider was awesomely delicious. I want more. Right now. :) The pumpkin ale, also pretty darn good, and I’m not even a beer drinker.