Liquor Stores in Burr Ridge, IL

“The County Wine Merchant (CWM) is a place that always feels like home! If you are old enough to remember a TV show called "Cheers" and you have ever been to the CWM, then you know why I like to say that this place reminds me of that show.There are many regulars who love to find their normal seats at the bar or at a table and who treat each other like extended family - crazy quirks and all. That said, when a new person wanders in, they are always welcomed like an old friend. Seriously, if you need a place to grab a drink or two and where you can forget about life for a while, this is the spot.The clientele ranges from wealthy eccentrics to goofs like me and everyone in between. And, unlike many other establishments, there are no snobs and there are no rejects at the CWM. It's kind of like a party that was formed by sending out random invitations and everyone who showed up just happens to be one of those fun and approachable people regardless of their background or social status. It is a refreshing atmosphere to say the least. And, one can meet some truly interesting people here.Fridays are often karaoke nights, and everyone (well almost everyone) sings or sings along. Other nights, the CWM hosts musicians from a couple of guys with acoustic guitars; to a several regulars who also play a variety of instruments; to Down Town Charlie Brown, a Chicago area blues legend. If you can't find a way to enjoy yourself here, you have to be really trying hard not to.The Bartenders Dorothy and Sheila are beautiful people both inside and out. And, if you've been to the CWM once or twice before, they will likely, upon your return, gleefully welcome you by name as soon as you cross the threshold.The CWM does not serve their own food. But you can order from Capri Express (Italian), Dao (Sushi & Thia), La Cabanita (Mexican), and a variety of Local Pizza places. They all deliver. Heck, most of them are right in the same mall. And many of their staff members will wander on over for a drink and a smile after they finish their shifts or after their restaurants close.Consider this your invitation to the not-so-secret cool cats club. If, once here, you find that you have enjoyed yourself a bit more than usual, someone will make sure you get home safely via ride share or maybe even via a ride home. This little family takes care of their own.”