The recently relocated (one store down) Beer Distributor on 69th Street has been a local staple for a long time. Good selection of craft brews, and a decent sized walk in fridge so they can store plenty of beer cold.
The first time I sought out some interesting beer to purchase from this particular distributor, I was not overwhelmed by the joys of the selections but not underwhelmed either. (I seriously dislike the word Underwhelmed.) The main names had a presence but no wildcards.
The initial human interaction I received upon asking a few questions was as cold as a steel rail in Siberia. Okay perhaps next time will be better and it was.
I was running late and lost track of time so when I turned up after the stores closing, quizically look at the hours in disbelief. It was then I heard a yell from off in the distance. It was the voice of the owner who was across the street about to depart for an appointment he was running late for. He parked his car and opened up without asking if I was looking to buy a pint or a keg, it didn't matter. The huge steel security gate, alarm, lights, register all needed to be reopened and re-closed. Clearly, two different people working at the same location make a world of.difference.
Since then I've no need to venture any further for my larger scale beer buying needs.
Decent beer selection and really friendly staff. It was also nice that they immediately got a handt ruck and helped me bring my stuff to my car across the street without asking. Prices were about standard. Best beer distributor in the area I've seen so far.
The recently relocated (one store down) Beer Distributor on 69th Street has been a local staple for a long time. Good selection of craft brews, and a decent sized walk in fridge so they can store plenty of beer cold.
Pretty good craft beer selection for the area it's in. The prices are a bit high but that may be because I am spoiled by NJ pricing.
The first time I sought out some interesting beer to purchase from this particular distributor, I was not overwhelmed by the joys of the selections but not underwhelmed either. (I seriously dislike the word Underwhelmed.) The main names had a presence but no wildcards.
The initial human interaction I received upon asking a few questions was as cold as a steel rail in Siberia. Okay perhaps next time will be better and it was.
I was running late and lost track of time so when I turned up after the stores closing, quizically look at the hours in disbelief. It was then I heard a yell from off in the distance. It was the voice of the owner who was across the street about to depart for an appointment he was running late for. He parked his car and opened up without asking if I was looking to buy a pint or a keg, it didn't matter. The huge steel security gate, alarm, lights, register all needed to be reopened and re-closed. Clearly, two different people working at the same location make a world of.difference.
Since then I've no need to venture any further for my larger scale beer buying needs.
Decent beer selection and really friendly staff. It was also nice that they immediately got a handt ruck and helped me bring my stuff to my car across the street without asking. Prices were about standard. Best beer distributor in the area I've seen so far.