Pacific Liquor

Super big liquor store right on El Cajon Blvd. They have lots of options for rare beers and wine. Good place to go if you are looking for something different to try.

Alcohol and a Porn stop. Alcohol is cheap, but porn is free on the internet, so just stop by to pick up cheap beer and vodka.
You do get a free Stella glass with a check in, so don’t forget to use Unilocal

Decent selection
Friendly staff
Open late night
Private rear parking
Really cool Neon sign
This liquor store is conveniently located in the heart of North Park. They have a really decent beer selection although I would love a bit more local selection. Place could really use some TLC or maybe a complete makeover, smells and feels old and outdated other than that it’s a solid place to shop for booze.
The staff here is always helpful and friendly and you can always trust them on being open late night. I like the fact that they have a small parking lot on the back makes it easier incase you can find anything on El Cajon Blvd. I wonder why the nudie mags are located near the register, hmmm…
Pro Tip use the Unilocal check in to unlock specials that they might have like free glassware or TShirt with purchase.

TONS of beer!!! Cooler after cooler of loads of beer. I saw beers from Lebanon, Turkey, Brazil, China, Australia, India, and more. If you want to try individual bottles of beer from all over, this is your place. There’s also a selection of wine and some snacks. Prices are a bit higher than a chain store.

This liquor store is conveniently located just West of 30^th Street on El Cajon Blvd. I was pleasantly surprised on my first visit here to see the massive selection of beer they carry. I’ve been back a few times since and never walked out empty-​handed. In fact, I walk out with more than what I intended to buy!
I do think the prices are a bit higher than they should be, but on occasion I don’t mind convenience and selection over cost.
The only thing that really bothers me about this place is the stench of cigarettes as soon as you walk in. I don’t know if the owner smokes in the back room or what, but it’s pretty disgusting and not legal as far as I know…

**They do not honor their check in offer.
But five stars all around for having any and every beer you’re looking for.
When looking for the rare and limited Pliny the Elder, they were the first place I called and of course they carry it. Not only do they carry it, but they also don’t limit you to just one like every other place in San Diego. Woot! Woot!
For alcohol related ANYTHING, you come here.

Great selection over all. They definitely have a great cull of local San Diego beer, and everything is well stocked. The location is convenient, and despite being on busy El Cajon Blvd, there is almost always parking out front. They have lots of snacks to go along with your booze, and the staff is always great with helping me find new things to try that I will like.
The only reason this is not a 5 star review, is on a few occasions, it’s smelled like cigarette smoke as if someone was smoking, but put it out as soon as I walked in.

This place is so great! They have an awesome selection of beer ranging from your standard domestic to your craft beer. They also have a great selection of wine here too but I actually haven’t noticed the liquor section as I tend to stay away from that type of alcohol these days. And in addition to all this, they have this great selection of beer glasses of all shapes and sizes, which is a pretty neat thing to have in a liquor store! Makes them a bit unique. You can pick up beer for a party and even get the host a special glass if you want.
I also absolutely love the staff. They are all incredibly friendly and helpful too! They point out beer specials all the time and are just cheerful people. Anytime I bike there, they let me bring my bike inside so I don’t have to worry about locking it up. I feel like they take their time to get to know their customers and build relationships because they always remember me anytime I come in and ask me about things I told them in my last visit.
There’s parking available in the back and it’s in a really convenient location in North Park. I definitely recommend checking this place out because they seriously have an awesome beer selection and at reasonable prices. Definitely ask for any specials because they’ll be happy to let you know which craft beers are on sale that week!

Awesome beer selection. Good prices. Cool owner. This has become my go to spot for the past week.

Large beer selection. Average prices on pints and what not. One of the larger beer selections. Right in the middle of north park. Not quite as large as keg and bottle. But decent enough.

A liquor store that sells craft beer, craft beer glasses and they are organized with numbers!!! Yeeeeeeessss!!!
They sell all types of liquor not just beer, but I come here because I just love organized places as much as I love beer.
After my husband brought me in for the first time I was blown away by the organization and they have all my favorite beers.
A huge plus is that we bought a couple of beer glasses for our collection at very cheap prices.
I never mind making the beer rounds, and now I’m always exited to come here because not only do I walk out with tasty beverages but also with a new glass! Whoohooo !!!
It’s a family owned and operated and they are all very sweet. They have helped me with some selections and suggested some great beers too. Don’t be afraid to venture off to new tastes, just tell them what you like and they’ll be more than happy to help you out.
All the fellas might want to come through their back entrance. They have a special display of pictures that you might appreciate wink wink ;)

I have yet to explore all the liquor stores in my new neighborhood, but so far I cant stray from Pacific… The owners are VERY nice, and very knowledgeable… I love RIP’s (Russian Imperial Stouts) and I have been able to find all my faves here, including ones I have never tried! That’s a huge bonus, I have tried damn near every beer known to man and to find a stray is just… Well, lets just say I was checking to see if one end of a rainbow was on the roof as I walked out… Will report on the other beer stores later…

There is a MAGNIFICENT beer selection here, which makes the fact that the store is dingy and oddly arranged just fine. You can find all the favorite San Diego country local selections, and some obscure brands too.
Looks like a place worthy of blowing your paycheck week after week after blessed week.

Want a beer you’ve never tried before? Go here.
Can’t find a beer you had a long time ago and can’t remember the name of it? Go here, they probably have it.
Sick of dealing with BevMo? Go here.
Heading to a party that’s BYOB? Go here.

Great for people watching at night! You might come across a couple shady people, but it’s worth it for their beer selection. Case in point: I used to live off of Louisiana St which is maybe 3 blocks away from this store. I think my roommate and I were buying booze for a a «Marley & Me» drinking game. When we were at the register, some random guy eyes me up and down. I of course had no idea until my roommate walks in front of me so that the guy couldn’t stare at me anymore. I asked the RM what the deal was in the car and he explained the situation. Yup, that happened!
They carry many local brews, CHILLED, which is awesome! Stone, Coronado Brewing C. Green Flash… It’s there. If not, the guy at the front will make suggestions. They also open later than Bev Mo. What more do you have to lose?

This place has the best selection of beer in San Diego hands down. I could spend hours staring into the coolers filled with beers I’ve never heard of and many of which I want to try. The prices are pretty good but the selection is like no other. If you are looking to try a new beer or you want to go for your old favorite go to Pacific Liquor I promise you will find exactly what your looking for and then some. The staff are friendly which is a bonus.

Rude! I walked in, the clerk was on the phone and just kept talking while I was standing there waiting. He puts the phone down after putting it on speaker and keeps on talking while I stand there. He finally looks at me and I tell him what I wanted. He shouts at me and asks what size and starts yelling the sizes while being impatient.
(no one else was in line. guess he wanted to get back on the phone) The price was $ 4 higher than my regular liquor store. I should have just walked out but was stunned by his behavior. First and Last time I will come in here!!!

Way cool! Lots of choices.
Pacific Liquor:
1 Part Convenience store
3 Parts Beer Heaven
1 Part Knowledgeable Staff
1 Part Awesome Location

I love coming here when I have a hankering for something Belgian or sour and don’t feel like making an outing of it. Awhile back I found a Monk’s Flemish Ale, a sour selection that I think I recently saw at Small Bar. I hope that means it was popular and coming to town! I love local brews, but I love the Belgians too! And Pac’s selection is massive! Matthew C. is right, this is beer nerd paradise!

What a freakin’ gem! I have probably driven by Pacific Liquor about a bajillion times. I stopped in the other day because I used Dogfish Head’s ‘Fish Finder’ to locate their beers locally. There are SO MANY different products to choose from that I couldn’t even find the Dogfish brew I was looking for. The owner noticed me searching and came over to assist me. What a nice man. I explained I was looking for Dogfish Head’s Midas Touch Beer. He walked me over to where it was located. He explained that he had broken up the four pack to singles to make it more affordable for people to just buy a single to try. I think he saw a little bit of disappointment in my eyes because he told me that if I purchased four he’d give me the four pack price ($ 2 discount). I of course took him up on his offer :-)
I picked up a few other items while I was here. There are seriously so many craft beers available I was in heaven. I have since returned for more beer and must say I this will be a regular stop off for me. I noticed the owner labeled the dogfish head (see pic). I am sure I probably wasn’t the only one who had a hard time finding it, but in my head I am flattered that he did it for me. I would say their prices are average and in some cases even lower than your typical liquor store rates. I encourage everyone to patronize this local establishment. It may sound silly, but paying the extra $ 1 or 2 is the way we keep our small businesses alive and keeping the $$ in our community!