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Isam's Liquor Store

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Liquor Moratorium to be Reinstated After Hops and Grapes Opening

The liquor store replaced Isam's last year.

Hops and Grapes to Open in Former Isam's Liquor Store on Sheridan Road

New Owner Pradeep Patel called the new store the "Starbucks of liquor stores."

Eye Care Clinic, Liquor Store Set to Open into Former Isam's

VZN Eye Care plans to move from just down the street.

'Starbucks of Liquor Stores' Maintains Ald. Moore Support to Replace Isam's

After a zoning snafu, Pradeep Patel needed additional concessions from Ald. Joe Moore (49th) to open.

Isam's Liquor Store Closes as Aldermen Vote to Lift Liquor Moratorium

Pradeep Patel, who owns the Red Violin liquor store, said he would apply for a license to replace Isam's.

Owner of Isam's Liquor Store Fights for More Time

Sam Sadaqa said he wanted more time to sell off his merchandise before he's finally kicked out.

End is Near for Isam's Liquor Store as Alderman Paves Way for Replacement

Sam Sadaqa operated his liquor store for 30 years, but some said it had fallen into disrepair.

Two Protesters Removed by Cops During Heated Isam's Liquor Hearing

Tempers flared at a public meeting about whether one liquor store should replace another.

Isam's Liquor Store Being Pushed Off Sheridan Road, Owner Says

A more upscale liquor store could replace it despite the owner's willingness to change ways.

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