Stopping into Pine Knob Wine Shoppe is not like stopping into your average, run-of-the-mill convenience store.
“We’re different,” owner Ann said.
Among the many reasons, she noted, “We give special attention to each customer.”
If a customer requests an item not in the store, Ann will special order it. In their extensive collection of liquor and imported wines, particular flavors, like Cristal Champagne, valued at $269 a bottle, or Vidal Ice Wine at $34 a bottle, are purchased by only one frequenter each. Nonetheless, they are on Ann’s shelves.
“That’s what I mean by special attention.”
Located on Maybee, near the corner of Sashabaw, Pine Knob Wine Shoppe has served Clarkston for more than 25 years. In that time, the store has become a staple in the community growing a loyal customer-base of longtime residents.
With a desire to serve her community well, Ann has “special touches” to her store.
Every holiday, she has decorated Pine Knob Wine Shoppe in appropriate decor. And being so close to DTE Energy Music Theatre, Ann has a celebrity theme with a variety of related memorabilia on her walls.
“We’re not like other stores you see. There’s so much excitement in here.”
Of course, and most importantly, that excitement spreads to the food Ann offers.
Everything is made fresh daily and homemade. “That’s what makes us special.”
From their “famous” chili — spicy and loaded with chunky, quality ingredients — to goulash — thick, creamy and delicious — to soups, gourmet potato wedges, stromboli, calzones, and more. All are hot and ready-to-go and reasonably priced.
But that’s not even the tip of the iceberg. There’s still a variety of sandwiches including ready-to-go, subs, croissant and bagel; salads, anything from Greek to antipasto to garden to caesar to chicken caesar; and still more.
The selection is so broad, and ever-changing, Ann said, “People will never be board here.”
Don’t worry about getting held up when you’re in a rush, either. “People come in here for lunch and there out in a minute. There’s no wait.” The friendly and warm staff will treat you right.
Pine Knob Wine Shoppe is also noted for their delicious pizzas. Find two-for one specials as well as single pizzas, individual, specialty, and slices. And don’t forget about the bread sticks. That’s right, they’ve got those too, including regular, pepperoni, cheese and cinnamon.
To quench that thirst, there are fountain pop, coffee, cappuccino, and slush machines.
Given away by its name, Pine Knob Wine Shoppe has an expansive selection of imported wines as well as liquor, beer and keg beer.
Several special services are offered such as catering for any party occasion, check cashing, money grams, money orders, ATM, postage stamps, copies, fresh flowers, and Lotto. All major credit cards are accepted as well.
If you haven’t already been tuned into the uniqueness of Pine Knob Wine Shoppe, now’s the time. And when you stop by, don’t forget to check the daily specials posted outside the front door. Or look for pizza coupons weekly in The Clarkston News.
Pine Knob Wine Shoppe is located at 5726 Maybee Rd. in Clarkston. Hours are Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to midnight; Friday 8 a.m. to 1 a.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 a.m.; and Sunday 10 a.m. to midnight. Call (248) 625-2070.