I had a great LBS until the owner sold it off and wrenches moved on. I'd bring something in, along with a 6 pack of some microbrew, that either I didn't have correct tool or was just really buggered and they would be "WTF are you up to now Dan?" They would see the beer and drop what they were doing to take care of whatever problem I have. The new owner is a nice enough guy and while it is still a "local" shop it doesn't have the same character as a place that you can barter services for beer.