Gourmet Liquors

I only went there once and was not impressed. Liquor selection was not really better than the average supermarket and the beer selection was non-​existent.

This place has unique liquors and decent prices if you know what you are looking for. However, be very careful and check your receipt because the lady will try and rip you off. It has happened to me multiple times where she has overcharged me two or three dollars just because I was in my work clothes. I’ve never had problems with the husband and I don’t usually have problems but sometimes it is very irritating getting a Haole boy tax. Lastly, this place has my favorite alcoholic drinks so sometimes I make the trip because I’ve never ever else find 32 ounce Corona bottles or adult Arnold palmers

Friday night liquor.
Yup, that’s how I roll. I didn’t take photos, since its a liquor store and y’all should know what that looks like already. :) It was a nice night, after hearing that a torrential rainstorm had rolled over the area. I had hit the gym after a challenging day at work. Meeting up with Unilocal Elite Mari K was the highlight of the day at Rico Rico Chicken at 7:30pm. After hanging out for a bit and grabbing dinner, we parted ways and I headed to Gourmet Liquors to check out the stock of liquor that they had on sale. I could’ve went across the street to Longs, but it was a wise decision to do so.
Gourmet Liquors is a mom and pop operation, per previous Unilocal reviews, so that was great. Supporting local is hot and amazing. I had cash on me at the time, so I burned $ 20 on a cheap wine and browsed the store while holding my Rico Rico Chicken take out in hand. The woman at the counter was watching me like a hawk, almost like any Chinese fast food joint, just to make sure that you don’t end up doing something wrong. I don’t blame her though. Gourmet Liquors is located on South King Street, across the street from Longs Drugs (formerly the Star Market in Moilili). Nearby is the Down To Earth, Willows, Maharani, and other well established businesses in the area. There is a small parking lot that services the liquor store and the adjacent L&L Barbecue like fast food restaurant. Bus routes #1, #1L, and #6 rumble through there for your alcohol fix for sure.
As aforementioned, this business is a mom and pop operation and it felt real good to support small businesses. While prices can be expensive here, it’s nice to shop around and see the selection before making a selection. While the selection was limited in scope, I would advise to compare prices and selection at Tamura’s Kaimuki and see what you can come up with. The overall experience was okay. Nothing like being in a liquor store on a Friday night to kickstart the weekend in style. Don’t know about you, but it was nice to get reacquainted with brands and drink occasionally without getting over zealous about being labeled a drunk.
With that said, gourmet Liquors can be the source of quality liquor and wines, and spirits for your special gathering and events. If you are like me who prefers to buy liquor and drink at home, since its cheaper to rather than drink socially, then this place is for you! Affording $ 5+ for a glass of beer or mixed cocktail is really a drag, but drinking alone or inviting friends over for hanging out with booze is a great way to spend the weekend. Recommended to check out and see what brands of liquor that they do sell. Never know what hidden gem that they have that you desperately want to try, but haven’t yet/​good luck and have fun!
Support local!
C

A little while ago, I wanted to special order a bottle that the store did not have. The store lady was not helpful.

I Love Love Love this place! Its a mom and pop style liquor store, but they also have ice cream, chips, candy and soda.
Everything here is pretty reasonable in price. Plus they sell cigs if you happen to need any.

It’s a mom & pop – support it.
They even have ice cream treats and soda (these things are more along the lines of what I call a night out!)
Boyfriend says the liquor and cigarette prices are comparatively low.
The guy that works here at night has the cutest little white doggie!

Support the mom and pop stores. If you’re going to buy beer from a safeway or times, why not help out the local estabishments.