“Looking for a no-frills spot in Avondale where you can grab a drink and a laugh? Monty's, aka Shores Liquor and Bar, is your go-to watering hole. It’s like the Cheers of Riverside Avondale—where everyone might not know your name yet, but give it an hour.
Forget fancy cocktails with artisanal ice; here, it’s all about solid drinks and good company. The bartenders are as quick with a joke as they are with a pour, making everyone feel like a regular. The crowd is a mix of longtime locals and newcomers, all here to enjoy the laid-back vibe.
In short, if you want a genuine, unpretentious bar experience with a friendly atmosphere, Monty's is the place to be. Come thirsty, leave happy. Cheers!”
10AM - 10PM
1251 King St, Jacksonville
Liquor Stores
“Absolutely phenomenal. We celebrated our wedding anniversary at Riverside Liquors & The Restaurant, and it exceeded all our expectations. From the warm ambiance to the outstanding food and service, everything was top-notch.
The interior atmosphere is charming, intimate, and full of character. While the entrance may appear to be just a liquor store, the restaurant in the back feels like a hidden gem. It's stylish yet comfortable, perfect for both casual dinners and special occasions.
We were warmly greeted and taken care of by Annabelle, who made our night unforgettable. Her kindness, attention to detail, and genuine enthusiasm added something special to the evening. She took time to walk us through the menu and offered great recommendations with a smile.
The food was exceptional. I had the shrimp and grits, which were creamy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. My wife chose the red snapper, which was fresh, beautifully presented, and cooked to perfection. The quality of ingredients and care in preparation was evident in every bite.
We had heard from several friends that this was one of the best spots in Jacksonville, and now we agree. The pricing is competitive, the service is outstanding, and the full bar has a great selection. It truly offers an elevated experience in a relaxed setting.
We will absolutely be returning and will be recommending Riverside Liquors & The Restaurant to everyone we know.”
“I had never heard of this place until I was looking for something specific and this came up in my Google search. I was very impressed with their selection and the owner was very helpful and knowledgeable. They even have a points system, which is nice! Highly recommend.”
“A true local gem! We love and trust Bernie’s. Their wine selection is bar-none, their knowledge is an asset to this community, and the vibes are great! Whether you’re just popping in to grab a bottle for an event or keeping your shelves stocked, Bernie’s is a go-to for us. Be sure to stop by Friday night wine tastings, where you get to meet other locals and sample six (or so) wines for only $10 per person, AND the cheese store will often stay open to do cheese pairings for it! They also keep gift bags on hand for that last-minute grab-and-go gift. And the best selection of wine-related stain removers I’ve seen in Jax—this stuff really works! Don’t miss this local highlight. We love Bernie’s!”
“I have enjoyed each time I have been to Darby's Dungeon. The atmosphere allows for solid tabletop gameplay in the back that can be uninterrupted, and also has various weekly sessions and gameplay opportunities hosted by the site itself.
This is one of the better locations I have been to for ttrpg games, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxed atmosphere with friendly and knowledgeable staff.”
“Very helpful staff. I must have called 20 places looking for a limited edition bottle and they let me know when it would be in again and what time. Well organized stored.”
“This store it ain’t bad! It basically has what you need for spirits. However they don’t carry the champagne of beers. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Please stop in and become a member for discounts in the future”
“Really like the variety of this place. The tour byTommy was very interesting. I am not on that side of the river toomuch, but it will be a stopping place for us when we do need to resupply.”
“Very clean store. Well maintained. Stocked. Got all types of drink specials. I always buy more than I want when I go in. Always something on clearance that I can't resist buying.”
“Golden Ox Liquors, is one of the finest Bars I have been on that side of the town! My close friend Shlok is an amazing bar tender and makes sure that we are always occupied with variety of drinks! The vibe is beautiful and the ambience is amazing! It is a very chill vibe and would always go there to sip on my drink and a huge variety of Scotch and Whiskey available there!”
“I always run into the most vibrant people here. I'm never in a hurry for the line to speed up, because there's always a great conversation waiting in line with you... not that you ever have to wait in the line long. Great variety, great customer service, great prices. 10 starts”
“Good service friendly helpful staff ,good selection of Alcoholic beverages and will order for you if the preference is not stocked.I mostly visit late after 11,The young ladies are super kind and the night manager is good to go! I especially like the absolutely gorgeous and pleasant Jamaican young lady at the drive thru she is awesome!”
“This is the way a business should be run - the people who work here are friendly, helpful and honest. The owner sets the perfect tone. Huge selection of beers, wines and liquors and fair pricing.”
“The variety, professionalism and knowledge of products exceeded my expectations. Very fair pricing and such a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. This has to be the place you go to if you need any and all alcohol!”
“I went in world market I'm sorry I don't remember the young lady's name. But she was so helpful made me feel like I was the only customer in the store and I'll definitely be back because of her hospitality that she shared. She's every business owner's dream. Someone who actually cares about the business that she is in.”
“Good wings (Wednesday only) and fun music bingo (Wednesday only). Lots of room and fun, friendly service as well as good natured patrons. Appears to be an upstanding organization that believes in helping the communities they’re located in.”
“Mom and Pops are the BEST!! They are friendly and such a great couple!! Always talking to you and letting you know what new items are available! I appreciate them so much!! Thanks Moms and Pops.”
“I go out of my way to shop here because of the staff. The staff is so friendly and personable that I don't mind driving driving an extra 10 minutes to shop there.”
“I will visit this place more the owner is very nice and he has liqueurs that I have not seen before if you find liquor for a present dinner this is the place to go”
“Good people. A bit over MSRP on the normal bourbon like buffalo, but they have it which is important. Secondary prices on the top shelf bourbon. Taylor, Blanton, eagle, stagg.....but they have it. If you argue price in those, they stay professional. Once again, good people. I buy my normals from them, and occasionally pay secondary for an occasion. Why pay secondary you ask? Because they have it”
“This place is awesome. They are friendly staff and caring. I have seen customers treat them like crap. Put your feelings aside, bring your ID (because it's the law!!), and treat them like you would want to be treated. They are human beings just like you! Anjo's, thank you for everything!!!❤️❤️”
“Great store with friendly staff. I wish their selection was larger for Tequila, aged Rum, and Mezcal. But I can't complain, as I think it's a physical store limited factor. I love this place. Keep up the good work.”
“Good quick service, nice availability of allocated bourbons like McKenna 10yr and Jefferson's Ocean. Prices are better than other liquor stores in the area.”
“Mike checked us out today, on Christmas Eve, and was absolutely the highlight on my entire day. What an amazingly kind gentleman. I will go out of my way to return to this store above the one closer to me with the hopes of seeing Mike again. Thank you!”
“Great store, huge and an array of selections! I called asking if they could hold a product for me that my local store didn't carry (smaller location) and they were happy to help! I'll make it a point to shop here more often when in the area!”
“Very friendly professional and knowledgeable. Always has wonderful spirit either in drive thru or inside. Reasonably priced. Despite its location its very clean on the inside. They offer a vast variety.”
“I buy my alcoholic beverages here sometimes but I am usually here buying disposable vapes...they are somewhat over priced and if you go down herlong they get cheaper”
“One of the most realest and chillest place to be at. I will always remember paxons in Duval. Go jaguars. I highly recommend seeing for yourself if your a real vibe. I got whoop In pool by a woman. Everyone laughed ????”
“Nice people, clean store, they just need to repair their bike rack. That is why I took 1 star away. This area has lots of bicyclist and a secure place to lock your bike is important.”
“Very nice and helpful girl at the front! The store didn’t have fortaleza tequila in stock but she offered to check in the computer which store had it and I went and bought it ?”