The service was excellent, the selection was incredible, and the prices were quite reasonable. I definitely recommend Gaspar's because I'll be back! read more

Tampa's best spirits shop, hands down. Built out more like a collectors private den (with cool lit up shelves )or an upscale museum of spirits, this family owned shop in Temple Terrace makes a commitment to carry all the big brands that the masses seek out, in addition to the rare gems the connoisseurs are on the hunt for. They have almost anything you could ask for and if they don't they're happy to bring it in for you. They also have a great casual var next door with tasty bar food that is far superior to the average, and a killer oyster bar next to that, where dogs are welcome. The entire staff are cordial, knowledgeable and a pleasure to interact with, as well as the owner who is always around in the daytime, chatting with customers and sales people and helping with suggestions. read more

Great selection of store picks to taste and some reasonable deals on some hard to find bottles when you bought a certain dollar amount of store picks. The staff super friendly and helpful on recommendations and I ended up buying 3 bottles. I did go next door to the bar and a good selection of pours to try...and I did. LOL. Food was typical bar food but nice laid back place that if I'm ever in Tampa again....would 100% go back read more

A buddy turned me onto this place. Unfortunately I do not live near it, so I have to be in the area to stop by. I will say they have a large selection of many things but I am a bourbon guy. They have an excellent bourbon selection, and great prices! So many independent places feel free just to go well above retail because they may still be cheaper than some online third-party. This place is family owned, and they are super friendly, knowledgeable, and just good people. they always have store pics, and to make this even better you can try samples of the store pics! Yes you read that correctly! Sometimes they get a special in and as long as you buy a store pick, you can get the special at regular retail! I mean seriously getting samples and getting it at retail. They have a vents all the time, check them out on social media and you can see what might be coming up. Sometimes it's dinners with a particular distiller or some variation of that. I can only wish that this place was closer for me lol or maybe it's better because I will probably have very little cash left over. They actually also have a restaurant attached that I have not tried yet, but I do hear, not shockingly that they have a large drink selection .... So there's another way to try something before you buy. I can honestly say I do not think there is another liquor store like this place! read more

Gaspar's Liquor Shoppe - Today's pick up - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Tampa, Florida

The short: Cool spot near Busch Gardens where you can get some late night grub and a drink. I will def be making another stop next time I'm in town. The long: After leaving the park for the day, we were looking for a late night spot that had a nice drink selection and some food. Along comes Gaspars on my Yelp. Had some decent reviews so we went to check it out. Its a bit hard to describe, but its basically 3 different spots put together as well as a complete liquor store next to it. If I had to give a description for each, I would say: outdoor lounge, karaoke bar and modern bar. We ended up spending some of the night in the outside bar with a live band playing. Really nice vibe and atmosphere with food and drink service available. After the band stopped playing, we found our way over to the karaoke bar where we ended up ordering some food and drinks while watching drunk people sing....it was awesome! The food is your typical bar food, but this one actually tastes good. Our server was good and got us everything very quickly. I would say overall this place is a great spot to unwind after a day in Busch Gardens or any surrounding theme park. Give it a try if you are in the area. read more

Gaspar's is always a good time, especially if you drink Whiskey. Gaspar's has extremely knowledgeable employees, who are ready and willing to help you find the bottle(s) of your dreams. They may not have the exact one you seek (because the whiskey scene in Tampa is bonkers lately), but they can help you find something and they have a LOT of options. The whiskey wall on your right as you enter really is impressive. It runs the length of the store and if you can't find something you want to drink on it, you might want to widen your horizons a bit from allocated unicorns. They also have a great selection of other spirits, including cordials. The beer cave is fun and the wine area, while on the small side, has thoughtful and excellent picks (and prices). The Scotch whiskys are located behind the bar, and every time I go, they encourage and invite me to step behind the counter to look more closely. They have a huge amount of open bottles for you to try before you buy as well, which is more than you can ask really. Gaspar's is widely known for their store picks and for good reason. They work with distilleries to select barrels that you can't get anywhere else. Not only are these picks usually terrific, the prices are well within reason. There's only one area I wish they would improve (and I've heard they are trying)--allocated and hard to find bottles. They have a good selection of these...but HOW you can purchase them seems to change every time I go in. Hey, I get it. I really do. Retailers gotta pay the bills, and they don't want to give a rare jewel to just anybody who walks in looking to buy a single thing and never return. But when I'm spending, say $600 in the store on various things already, I have to buy X number of store picks as well, just to have the opportunity to buy a unicorn bottle? Or be told they don't have it (when I'm pretty sure they do)? I don't envy them in trying to come up with a fair system (for them and the customers), but dang. I guess my issue is that it doesn't feel consistent, at all. It changes every time I go, which doesn't feel fair. I'm all for a system that rewards regulars, but I'd like to understand it so I can possibly achieve it. read more

Outstanding selection, service and prices. It's like walking into an adult candy store. Jimmy & Krewe are amazing. And the restaurant beside it is outstanding. Have Mike make you the best smoked old fashioned you will ever have. A fantastic place. read more

I've been in a couple of times, great selection and prices. However, customer service isn't that great (at least not for me) every question I have is a problem for them to answer apparently. But other than that it's a good place. read more

Wow!! This place was unbelievable! The selection is top notch! If your looking for something outside of the regular selection I highly recommend! read more

Probably the best place in Tampa Bay to buy wine and spirits. Being able to "try" so many brands before you "buy" them is really special and has on more than one occasion resulted in me finding something I really enjoy that would have escaped my attention completely. Jimmie and Mike are just the dynamic duo of Bourbon and the barrels they select have a reputation for being outstanding! Of course having such great pricing is definitely a plus. Definitely a destination store well worth the drive and the time. read more

Excellent store. Super clean, friendly staff. They have decent prices and lot's to choose from.

Quite frankly I have put off writing a review of this absolute gold mine of spirits in fear of the word getting out to too many people and losing this special relationship I have cultivated with arguably the most dedicated liquor, beer, and wine purveyors in town. A liquor store is defined as any establishment that sells spirits to a consumer under a liquor license for wholesale consumption but there is so much more to be said about Gaspars. Having been a staple on 56th for over half a century this shoppe continues to acquire familiar and rare offerings made available to the public at rock bottom prices. An additional icing on this cake is the fact that everyone employed by Gaspars absolutely loves their job and have an expansive knowledge base. Whenever I want to flip through the whiskey Rolodex of Brad I am able to grow my passion for whiskey and always learn new facts and experiences to enhance my appreciation. Something I have found unique and truly an exclusive feature of this liquor shoppe is the multitude of opportunities to try before you buy as well as partake in the store picks which just so happen to usually flirt with the 110-130 proof range. Not for the faint of heart but always for the lover of a relaxing evening on the back porch. Sipping on at least 2 year aged American white oak barrel never tarnished by color or additional flavoring brought to you with a smile courtesy of Gaspars liquor shoppe. read more

Arguably one of the better liquor stores in the area. Well stocked with many everyday bottles to the not so average bottles to choose from. Staff is knowledgeable and willing to help but not to the point of being pushy. I wasn't sure which of two bottles I narrowed it down to. Asked some questions and felt like I was being answered honestly. Not being pushed to get the more expensive choice. The set up is average size but very impressive with a high class feel. Prices are reasonable and in line with the better priced stores. Will definitely be going back. read more

This is another gem in temple terrace, attached to the amazing restaurant and bar they have the best selections of alcohol. The staff is friendly and very knowledgeable on what they are selling. They also will order something if they do not have it! The layout is spacious and I never feel like I'm going to break or run into something. They also have some rare items that I have never seen at any other place. Definitely the only liquor store I love going to. read more

Gaspar's is way more than just a liquor store... it is an experience! We found it just by doing a quick search for "liquor stores near me" and so happy that we did!! The store is relatively small but packed full of almost anything that you might be looking for (no Buffalo Trace products despite the HUGE sign out front lol). The staff is super knowledgeable and you can try many of the items on the shelf. They have some amazing store picks including the signed bottle of Carmel Corn Yellowstone that we picked up today! Will definitely be back! read more

This is a fine establishment with a great selection of beer, wine and spirits. I'm partial to the whiskey selection (from rye to bourbon to Scotch), and I haven't seen a better variety locally. The prices here are also competitive and often cheaper than elsewhere. Unsure about a purchase? Ask the staff, and they may offer up a free sample. I'm here on a weekly to bi-weekly basis to pick up a new bottle of whiskey and/or grab a table wine for dinner. I've never been disappointed over the course of several years. read more

Great selection of bourbons at a reasonable price. Had at least twenty some bourbons to taste.

Tried several Times to place personal order. Possibly future using for events And clients. Nope ! Gave name and number each time and order never came. read more

Such an outstanding bourbon shop. So much to chose from and put together well. All of their store picks have samples available. Really well done store and the employees are an absolute delight to talk with. My wife said it was her favorite store she's ever been in with me. read more

This place has everything. Literally hundreds of bourbons/whiskey. Huge beer cave with a ton of craft beers. Probably the largest single malt selection and a full wine room. You wont be disappointed. read more

Gaspar's Liquor Shoppe - Just grabbed a bottle of rittenhouse rye from Gaspars and its amazing! - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Tampa, Florida

I love this liquor shop! Nothing else like it in town. Shopping here is an experience. I love coming in here and browsing around. They don't have just your typical stock. Lots of rare and unusual finds. Bourbon and scotch are their specialty. They always have a few selections available for free tasting. Staff is friendly and very knowledgeable. Prices are always competitive. read more

The best kept secret in Temple Terrace!! Great selection of beer, wine and spirits. Knowledgeable and fun staff!

BEST LIQUOR STORE IN TAMPA!! I had the pleasure of meeting Jimmy the owner and his manager Mike, both great genuine guys. They are knowledgeable and they have the best selection. They have so many great store picks all of which you can sample before you buy. Today I picked up a Unicorn bottle Elmer T Lee, I've only seen this bottle once before in all my years of Whisky Hunting and it was price ridiculously high at $200, Gaspers sold it at $49! They care about repeat Customers and it shows in the pricing. If your sick of the same bottles you see everywhere then check out Gaspers, you won't be disappointed!!!! Thanks again Jimmy and Mike! read more

This place is awesome. Great selection of bourbon and beer. Hands down the best customer service I have ever received at bottle/liquor shop.

Was in town and wanted to find the best bourbon selection on the Gulf coast. Well...I FOUND IT!! The Saturday afternoon crew, Joe and Brad, were awesome in guiding me to a spirit that matched my favorite flavor profile perfectly. An great selection of not only whiskeys but tequilas, vodkas, cordials and gins. Not only did they sell me on one of their unique barrel bourbons, but also on an awesome barreled gin that I just had to get. They. offered small tasters so you knew you were spending your hard earned bucks on something you like. Great job guys...nice meeting you!! Cheers!! read more