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Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods
Liquor Store, Wine Store, and Gourmet Store
Houston
"Craft Beer Motherload! Hands down the best Specs of the city."(14 Tips)
"Best liquor store in town!"(2 Tips)
"Houston Press 2012 Favorite Dishes - Texas Turkey (sandwich)"(2 Tips)
"One of, if not the best, wine selections in Houston."(2 Tips)
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On the weekends there's a ton of liquor tastings in the store between 5p-8p. If you go around and get a few samples you might be able to get an early buzz before leaving the store.Upvote13Downvote
David CFebruary 4, 2018Great selection of beer, wine, and liquor. They also have gourmet food, fancy cheeses, and lots of food for entertainingUpvote9Downvote
Clifton MApril 3, 2015Best liquor store in town, with widest beer, liquor & wine selections. Also has small deli and grocery department. Beware "helpful" wine salespeople on commission; they steer you to high margin items.Upvote2Downvote
UrbanyouseeJanuary 12, 2013It's just so nice to even just walk around here. Full of cheerful ppl who's searching for whatever spirits that can bring a good night of fun. Staff is very helpful finding exactly what you need.Upvote2Downvote
Aksel Quintus-BoszNovember 13, 2015Deli sandwiches are tasty, well-made, and with fresh ingredients. Good lunch stop.Upvote2Downvote
Cole TOctober 20, 2017Selection in all ranges of alcohol is unsurpassed. This spot deserves its high rating; friendly service, as well.Upvote2Downvote- Craft Beer Motherload! Hands down the best Specs of the city. If you want to find a good selection, grab a bite from the in store deli and pickup snacks for later, this is the spot.UpvoteDownvote
Huge selection! Just be aware that many of the ratings for the wines are for different years than the bottles actually being sold... Wines vary drastically by year.Upvote1Downvote
Melania SpagnoliDecember 4, 2014Best place to buy wines in Houston. Grat selection of wines from all over!Upvote1Downvote
Clay ChastainAugust 14, 2012Specs is the emporium for alcohol. Love this place, and almost always end up getting some random cheeses or meats before I go.Upvote1Downvote
BobbyDecember 13, 2014I can't imagine an ale, wine or spirit you would want that this Mother of all Spec's wouldn't have. Check out the rare Scotch Whiskies in the locked case!Upvote1Downvote
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Demetria RoutteNovember 27, 2013Come in near the holidays or on the weekend, great chance to sample something new! Love this place!Upvote2Downvote
Houston PressAugust 12, 2014Back in the far recesses of this mammoth whiskey-and-wine warehouse is another sinful pleasure: its deli. Read more
Upvote2Downvote- Houston PressMay 31, 20122011 Best of Houston Winner: Best Liquor Store. Check out more Houston Press Best of Houston Winners here: http://bit.ly/JCaGyR Or go mobile with the free Best Of app.Upvote5Downvote
This place is amazing. Best prices for cantaloupe and other grocery items. Spec's saved me during hurricane harveyUpvoteDownvote
bring cash or atm for best $. taste tests & expert advice . International Food section . Family owned Friendly ... get the RubinUpvote1Downvote
Fleischer WinesOctober 13, 2011While you are shopping for a great bottle of wine, try our Telteca Gran Reserva from Argentina. A great blend. Or Telteca Anta Malbec Reserve if you like Malbec. CheersUpvoteDownvote
Lois OwenMay 9, 2016
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Great selection, helpful staff, samples and a deli! What's not to like? I love Spec's!UpvoteDownvote
Great food in deli! Long lines at lunch but moves quickly. Hot grill or cold sandwiches. Great produce.Upvote1Downvote
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Tarren BlakeFebruary 7, 2015This place was like alcohol walmart and had very friendly and helpful workers. Great place to get your party started!UpvoteDownvote
Melissa SeuffertFebruary 6, 2010Love Spec's to get my fave German coffee, bread and cheeses. Not to mention it's always nice to get a chance to chat with native German speakers who seem to linger just like me! Free sample Saturdays!UpvoteDownvote
William WoodMarch 7, 2015Best Specs hands down. If I lived downtown, I'd shop here 25% of the time. Awesome cheese selection.UpvoteDownvote
Paige AxelsonSeptember 14, 2016The best alcohol and spirit store Ive ever come across. They have everything you could need!UpvoteDownvote
Daniel MartinezApril 8, 2015They always having good deals on alcohol only if your a member and I believe spec's the cheapest you'll findUpvoteDownvote
They have specialty jelly here! The jalapeno then top with cream cheese.....is the best!Upvote1Downvote
Marc SDecember 26, 2014By far the widest selection in Houston. Avoid going on Saturday evening: it's a bit of a madhouse!UpvoteDownvote
Amy HamptonFebruary 6, 2013Purchase Sociologie Wines! It's the best sweet Texas wine!!! 
Upvote4Downvote- Darline Colwell February 23, 2016Great selection and prices. I was last here New Year's Eve and it took at least 30 - 45 minutes from the time I got there until the time I left because of parking being so awful.UpvoteDownvote
Charles CastilloMay 5, 2012Come during the times they give out samples - this lets you figure out what you like and what to avoid!!!Upvote1Downvote
Stephanie S.December 6, 2014Woohoo hoo. :-) great selection and variety. You'll love it here! They custom order. :-)UpvoteDownvote
Bria WileyApril 4, 2016Customer service isn't awesome here but it's Specs. Got some cheap wine and I was happy lolUpvoteDownvote
If you want to get a sandwich to go during the weekday get there before noon or you might have a long wait.Upvote2Downvote
Great selection and pricing on cigars in their humidor alsoUpvote1Downvote
Andres ElizondoJanuary 10, 2017Definitely do the deli. The Margherita pizza was to die for.UpvoteDownvote
Juan GalvanJanuary 7, 2012These guys have wine and liquor experts. They can help you select inexpensive, yet great adult beverages.Upvote1Downvote
Amazing cheese selection, and excellent cured meats as wellUpvoteDownvote
You always get fast and friendly service even when it's crowded.Upvote7Downvote
Best location in Houston. Huge warehouse and enormous selection.Upvote3Downvote
Lisa RJanuary 29, 2013Great Argentineans wines from Domaine Bousquet: organic and soooo good!!UpvoteDownvote
- Best deli and salad Bar in town . We eat here oftenUpvote1Downvote
Always a great selection to choose from and quick service.UpvoteDownvote
AptravelerApril 11, 2013This is THE place to come for ALL things related to spirits and imported foods!Upvote1Downvote
Pamela O'DowdOctober 24, 2013It's called "the Mother Ship" by the employees. It has a huge selection!Upvote1Downvote
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Spec's Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods
2410 Smith St (at McGowen St.)
Houston, TX 77006
United States
Houston, TX 77006
United States
Closed until 10:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 10:00 AM–9:00 PM
(713) 526-8787
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