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Illinois Beer & Wine in Grocery Stores (2026)

Permitted: In Illinois, groceries and convenience stores sell all three — beer, wine and spirits — because the state retailer's license carries no product-class limit, but local rules still apply.

PermittedVerified Jul 28, 2026

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In Illinois, groceries and convenience stores sell all three — beer, wine and spirits — because the state retailer's license carries no product-class limit, but local rules still apply. A local liquor license from the municipal or county commissioner is also required, and Illinois permits local-option dry precincts and locally set hours.

Official source: ilga.gov →

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