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About This Location

Thrifty Beverage Center on McDonald Avenue in Brooklyn is a licensed NY Bottle Bill redemption site and beverage retailer where customers can return empty deposit bottles and cans for their 5-cent refund.

What this location Accepts

✓ Deposit beer bottles and cans (NY Bottle Bill eligible)
✓ Deposit soda bottles and cans (NY Bottle Bill eligible)
✓ Deposit water bottles (NY Bottle Bill eligible)

What they do not accept

✕ Containers without a NY deposit (juice, wine, spirits, dairy)
✕ Crushed or damaged containers (may be refused)
✕ E-waste, scrap metal, or other recyclables

Programs & events

  • New York State Bottle Bill Redemption — Accepts eligible NY deposit containers (beer, carbonated soft drinks, water) at 5 cents per container under NY ECL §11-0305.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bottles can I return at Thrifty Beverage Center in Brooklyn?

New York State law requires that dealers accept at least 240 containers per customer per day for beverages they sell. Call (718) 854-6156 to confirm the store's specific return limit and any guidelines.

Does Thrifty Beverage Center accept wine or liquor bottles for deposit?

No. Wine, spirits, and juice containers are not covered by the NY Bottle Bill and do not carry a deposit. Only beer, carbonated soft drink, water, and certain other non-alcoholic beverages with a 5-cent deposit are eligible.

What are the bottle return hours at the Brooklyn location?

The store is open Monday through Saturday 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM and closed Sunday. Bottle returns are accepted during regular store hours; call ahead at (718) 854-6156 if your visit is time-sensitive.

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Contact & Location

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Address
990 McDonald Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11230
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City / State
Brooklyn, New York

Opening Hours

Monday 9:00 AM–7:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM–7:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM–7:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM–7:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM–7:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM–7:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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