Address:
13451 US Highway 190 West.
Onalaska, TX 77360
Our liquor store in Onalaska, TX is located off Highway 190 on Water Tower Rd next to Onalaska Glass. We’re proud to serve all of our customers including our neighbors from Blanchard, Sebastopol, Carlisle, and Point Blank, TX.
Hours:
| Monday | 10.00am - 9.00pm |
| Tuesday | 10.00am - 9.00pm |
| Wednesday | 10.00am - 9.00pm |
| Thursday | 10.00am - 9.00pm |
| Friday | 10.00am - 9.00pm |
| Saturday | 10.00am - 9.00pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Phone:
CALL STORE: (936) 202-3002
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Happy National Martini Day! It seems there’s a holiday for everything these days and we aren’t complaining. Martini Day is the perfect excuse to talk about our favorite subject – alcohol. Instead of sharing our favorite martini recipe, we felt the need to take you on a journey and make…
Our Top 8 Summer Spirits Sweet summertime… Whether you prefer your refreshing summer cocktails on the beach, front porch, or in the backyard, make your summer a success by stocking the bar with summer cocktail essentials. From Mezcal to Rye Whiskey, here’s a list of our favorite summer spirits.
Father’s Day Beer Gifts Shopping for Father’s Day can be a tricky affair, especially for dads who grow more sentimental with time. Buying gifts that your dad can relate to is one of the easiest ways to connect with him. Lucky for you, if your dad is a beer lover,…
Zipps Liquor is proud to be your favorite local liquor store in Onalaska, TX. We provide rural communities with 10 to 30% lower prices, 4.7/5 star service, and 3 to 4 times the inventory of your favorite beers, wines, and spirits than your average neighborhood liquor store.
Come visit our liquor store in Onalaska, TX today!
