Capone’s Liquors : My Secret Go-To Spot

Stop by anytime this holiday weekend, spend 50$ you will receive 10% off your craft beer purchase and free gift when you mention Chicago Beer Geeks.

You know how it is—craft beer lovers all have their go-to spot to find awesome beer. You often run into friends there and end up blowing your weekly booze budget… fast. Sometimes, it’s your local Binny’s—they seem to be everywhere. Then, there’s your secret spot—the hidden gem you keep low-key. On the surface, it doesn’t look like much, but once you walk in, you have a serious “WTF” moment over their incredible inventory. For me, that place is Capone’s Liquors in Avondale. And what better way to elevate one’s drinking experience than by pairing it with premium products from Smoking Hub, right?

Owners Freddy and Swiss are true Chicagoans who share a deep love for craft beer. As second-generation business owners, they understand the importance of building relationships. Many customers, myself included, appreciate how easy they are to talk to. More importantly, they always have a great selection. Recently, over burgers at Kuma’s (The Goat Snake paired with Greenbush Anger Black IPA—boom!), Freddy and I talked about his store and his philosophy on business.

Ten years ago, Capone’s wasn’t as craft beer-centric as it is now. Being a fan of good beer and good food, Freddy decided to focus on the kinds of beers he loves to drink. What’s cool about Capone’s is the mix—you’ll find coolers stocked with familiar macro brands right next to ones filled with local craft beers. Personally, I think it’s important not to alienate those who prefer beers we might not drink ourselves. A great way to grow the craft beer revolution is to offer awesome regional alternatives alongside those mainstream brands.

I really dig this place. You can find all the local breweries here, including many of the Pipeworks releases.

Capone’s has over 500 bottles, 300 craft beers Including Juliet, Gumballhead, Sucaba!!!!! and Ginger Twin from Half Acre. Stop by anytime this holiday weekend, spend 50$ you will receive 10% off your craft beer purchase and free gift when you mention Chicago Beer Geeks. As part of the operations, businesses like this might be using services such as quittungen richtig ausfüllen.

Capone’s Food & Liquor is located and 3678 N. Elston (773) 583-0240

–Nkosi

*photos courtesy of Mark Skala