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Binny's Beverage Depot - Lincoln Park
1720 N Marcey St
Chicago, Illinois, 60614-4819
United States
(312) 664-4394 | map
binnys.com
Hours:
Monday - Saturday: 9:00am - 9:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am - 6:00pm
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Ratings by LacquerHead:
Reviewed by LacquerHead from Illinois
4.35/5 rDev -4.6%
4.35/5 rDev -4.6%
I checked this place out the other day because I was in the area. Normally I go to the Binny's in Lakeview because it's a more convenient trip for me. I'm glad I finally checked this place out - I hadn't been in there since it was Sam's.
The selection was great. For the most part, American craft beer dominated the shelf space. They had plenty of breweries represented. It was really easy find a breweries flagship beer, but they didn't really carry the more obscure beers.
It was well organized and clean.
Overall: a great place to visit. My only complaint was the coolers. They didn't have good selection of cold beers. The single bottles were lacking; they carried the usual. Nonetheless, I like what they got. I liked it more than Sam's selection.
Feb 19, 2011The selection was great. For the most part, American craft beer dominated the shelf space. They had plenty of breweries represented. It was really easy find a breweries flagship beer, but they didn't really carry the more obscure beers.
It was well organized and clean.
Overall: a great place to visit. My only complaint was the coolers. They didn't have good selection of cold beers. The single bottles were lacking; they carried the usual. Nonetheless, I like what they got. I liked it more than Sam's selection.
More User Ratings:
Reviewed by ChicagoJ from Illinois
4.22/5 rDev -7.5%
vibe: 4 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4 | selection: 4.5
4.22/5 rDev -7.5%
vibe: 4 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4 | selection: 4.5
7/2/18 - Larger than average Binny's, home of the annual Goose Island Bourbon County release. Very good beer sales on a regular basis, haven't been to a tasting but this location has several throughout the year. Across from the Goose Island brewpub, convenient for to go purchases after hitting the pub. Overall good store for very good beer selection and pricing.
Mar 11, 2019Rated by jeffroesch from Illinois
4.53/5 rDev -0.7%
vibe: 4.75 | quality: 4.5 | service: 4 | selection: 5
4.53/5 rDev -0.7%
vibe: 4.75 | quality: 4.5 | service: 4 | selection: 5
Great place to go. The bar in the back is one of the coolest bar spaces in the city.
Oct 22, 2018Rated by SSGCujo from Wisconsin
4.39/5 rDev -3.7%
vibe: 4.25 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4.25 | selection: 4.75
4.39/5 rDev -3.7%
vibe: 4.25 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4.25 | selection: 4.75
The store is the biggest I've ever been to. Selection is massive. Lots and lots of samples.
Dec 10, 2017Reviewed by TreyIsWilson from Michigan
4.41/5 rDev -3.3%
vibe: 3.75 | quality: 4.5 | service: 4.25 | selection: 4.75
4.41/5 rDev -3.3%
vibe: 3.75 | quality: 4.5 | service: 4.25 | selection: 4.75
This place is amazing. The beer selection is ridicously huge and the staff is always willing to help you find something. The prices are definetly reasonable. This is a definite stop for me when I'm in Chicago.
Jun 08, 2016Reviewed by FBarber from Illinois
4.34/5 rDev -4.8%
vibe: 3.75 | quality: 4.5 | service: 4 | selection: 4.75
4.34/5 rDev -4.8%
vibe: 3.75 | quality: 4.5 | service: 4 | selection: 4.75
What is there to say? This store has one of the best beer selections ever. Amazing selection and variety. Reasonably helpful staff. Prices are standard. I don't get to this location often, but when I do I'm never let down.
May 18, 2016Reviewed by Phyl21ca from Canada (QC)
4.64/5 rDev +1.8%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 4.5 | service: 4.5 | selection: 5
4.64/5 rDev +1.8%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 4.5 | service: 4.5 | selection: 5
This is probably the greatest beer selection in one single place that I have seen in my life. The selection is humongous and classified by country. It is almost to the point where there is too much beers that it makes it hard to figure out what to buy. The tap list at the back has a great selection. Prices are reasonable and there is ample parking.
May 12, 2016Reviewed by Beginner2 from Illinois
4.65/5 rDev +2%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 4.75 | service: 4.25 | selection: 5
4.65/5 rDev +2%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 4.75 | service: 4.25 | selection: 5
This has been my go-to store for going on 22 years.
Who else can say that ?
In the previous century, I lived two blocks from this store; then known as "Sam's" and, generally speaking, was the best store in Chicago to buy wine and beer. It probably still is.
If that wasn't enough, they opened up a Tasting Room and taproom; quite a large space, originally a powerhouse 3 stories tall. And now a very comfortable space. Why is this not listed separately from the store... possibly because you have to walk through the store to get to the taproom. Interestingly the mix of business in the taproom is about the same as the store (Told to me, if I recall correctly: 50% wine, 30% beer and 20% spirits.)
(Across the street is the brewpub that started Goose Island.)
Binny's staff used to be great; quite patient with me when I brought in obscure lists. I knew the staff and they knew the lists. In the last year, there has been staff turnover; they still want to help, but probably less knowledgeable.
Binny's Lincoln Park is regarded to have the best selection, although the Roosevelt store is thought to have a better selection from the Continent.
Apr 18, 2016Who else can say that ?
In the previous century, I lived two blocks from this store; then known as "Sam's" and, generally speaking, was the best store in Chicago to buy wine and beer. It probably still is.
If that wasn't enough, they opened up a Tasting Room and taproom; quite a large space, originally a powerhouse 3 stories tall. And now a very comfortable space. Why is this not listed separately from the store... possibly because you have to walk through the store to get to the taproom. Interestingly the mix of business in the taproom is about the same as the store (Told to me, if I recall correctly: 50% wine, 30% beer and 20% spirits.)
(Across the street is the brewpub that started Goose Island.)
Binny's staff used to be great; quite patient with me when I brought in obscure lists. I knew the staff and they knew the lists. In the last year, there has been staff turnover; they still want to help, but probably less knowledgeable.
Binny's Lincoln Park is regarded to have the best selection, although the Roosevelt store is thought to have a better selection from the Continent.
Reviewed by DoubleSimcoe from Pennsylvania
4.07/5 rDev -10.7%
vibe: 4 | quality: 4 | service: 3.5 | selection: 4.75
4.07/5 rDev -10.7%
vibe: 4 | quality: 4 | service: 3.5 | selection: 4.75
Located behind the Goose Island brewpub, this is the biggest Binny’s EVER! Seriously massive, almost overwhelming. I was greeted with an inordinate amount of Surly Furious as I got in, just past the registers. Then how about some Abbaye de Bon Chien, Amager, Mikkeller… Hoppin Frog barrel-aged Naked Evil, Vivant from Michigan, Founders, Slapshot and all the Chicago brands. They have at least seven or eight aisles here, all full of beer. I wish I had more time to browse and be amazed, but I will definitely come back next time I’m in Chicago.
Dec 18, 2015Reviewed by scxcrunner from Massachusetts
4.36/5 rDev -4.4%
vibe: 4 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4.25 | selection: 4.75
4.36/5 rDev -4.4%
vibe: 4 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4.25 | selection: 4.75
Great selection. always make an effort to stop at Binny's when in the area and they always seem to have something that I'm looking for when i am there. Friendly knowledgeable staff as well.
Dec 11, 2015Reviewed by srletend from Texas
4.55/5 rDev -0.2%
vibe: 4.25 | quality: 4.75 | service: 4.25 | selection: 4.75
4.55/5 rDev -0.2%
vibe: 4.25 | quality: 4.75 | service: 4.25 | selection: 4.75
Love the location across from Goose Island. Best beer selection I've seen so far in the US. My fellow Texans may disown me, but this place puts Spec's to shame. Knowledgeable and friendly beer staff. Great Belgian selection. Basically too much to choose from in the four or five long beer aisles. Then I discovered the bar on the other side of the store. Awesome interior and lighting. Too bad it closes (along with the store) way too early (9 PM).
Jul 26, 2015Reviewed by OGFGabv from West Virginia
4.77/5 rDev +4.6%
vibe: 4.25 | quality: 5 | service: 4.5 | selection: 5
4.77/5 rDev +4.6%
vibe: 4.25 | quality: 5 | service: 4.5 | selection: 5
This place is incredible. It's a one stop shop everytime I head into Chicago. If you are renting a vehicle for your trip to chicago, rent a van or a truck. Consider yourself warned! You will wish you had when you are trying to cram all those goodies into a small trunk. Super store with a fantastic selection.
Jul 09, 2015Reviewed by 98green from Michigan
4.36/5 rDev -4.4%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 4.5 | service: 4.25 | selection: 4.25
4.36/5 rDev -4.4%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 4.5 | service: 4.25 | selection: 4.25
First, they have a devoted parking lot, so no worries about parking. I'm from Michigan, so plenty of selection from breweries that don't distribute to my area.
Edit to add tasting room - the tasting room is an absolute hidden gem. It is an old building adjacent to the big box retail space that has been repurposed. Exposed brick, high ceilings, natural light. Even if the beer selection sucked, it would be an awesome place to hang. But the tap list is often stellar, and the bartenders are very knowledgeable. Go here for sure, but don’t talk about it too much because I want a spot at the bar when I’m in town
Jun 28, 2015Edit to add tasting room - the tasting room is an absolute hidden gem. It is an old building adjacent to the big box retail space that has been repurposed. Exposed brick, high ceilings, natural light. Even if the beer selection sucked, it would be an awesome place to hang. But the tap list is often stellar, and the bartenders are very knowledgeable. Go here for sure, but don’t talk about it too much because I want a spot at the bar when I’m in town
Rated by Clutch5 from Illinois
4.45/5 rDev -2.4%
vibe: 5 | quality: 5 | service: 3 | selection: 5
4.45/5 rDev -2.4%
vibe: 5 | quality: 5 | service: 3 | selection: 5
no food. big selection. If you are expecting to get a limited release here, get there early and wait in line!
Apr 15, 2015
Binny's Beverage Depot - Lincoln Park in Chicago, IL
Place rating:
4.56 out of
5 with
174 ratings
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