This place feels like your eccentric uncle's liquor stash. If you're in need of something unique or different (and I was), this is the place to go. It's not the cheapest place you can go but you don't come here for price. I found a local bourbon for my husband which he is really enjoying. It definitely has the feel of a family establishment. Check it out! read more

I love the selection here. They sell almost everything-- kegs, a wide variety of whiskeys (and whiskys), wines, beers, and other spirits. there is a bar next door, that I haven't tried, but have heard good things about. Among the multitudes of Tempe liquor stores, this is the place to go if you like variety. read more

Top's - oh how I love beer so oh how I love Top's! I don't drink wine, I've tried and tried but I rarely like it. So all the better that I review their wine selection. There's a lot and it's mostly in bottles. This is where I'd go if I was trying to locate girls, Europeans and/or winos. Now, on to the beer! There a lot and it's mostly in bottles...however the contents taste a lot better than that stuff over in the wine section. But be warned, there's nary a female, Euro wino in sight. Go here if you need/want/like a ridiculous selection of beer. I'll pull a Stan Lee here, with a "'Nuff said". read more

This is my go to place for a bottle of alcohol that I am gifting to someone, recommending someone to gift or celebrating with. The selection per square foot is quite impressive and the guys know their stuff quite well. They've tried a lot of what's in the store and when it comes to Tequila, have been the most helpful bunch every time I came in. Sidenote: sometimes the music choice is questionable :) read more

Best liquor store in Tempe. They have better prices than any of the supermarkets. Also, they have all of the craft beers, local brews, and overall unique selection. My fiancé likes to get Abyss and Lumberyard. I like to get Ace cider. I am happy I live just across the street. read more

Hi, I really like to drink! Top's is pretty much the best liquor store ever. They have nice employees and a bitching selection. I'm pro-any place that is pro-drinking. They also recognize that ball-point pens don't write very well on hard counters, and they have set up a taped area that allows one to sign a credit card slip in peace. Top's is tops in my book. read more

I discovered Top's Liquor over the summer when I was looking for a slightly hard to find local Arizona wine. The website of the wine actually directed me to Top's, and I realized it was only a few minutes away. Top's has one of the largest selections of any liquor store I've been to. It has a very homey feel to it, similarly to walking around an independent record store. I usually find what I'm looking for when I'm there, and sometimes I go just to browse. You can also make your own six pack of beer, taking an old six pack case they have there, and just taking what you like, paying for each beer separately. I'm not sure if other liquor stores do this, but this is the only one I've been to where you can. There is also an adjoining bar connected to Top's, although I've never been to it. I always see and hear it, and it looks like a very enjoyable experience, with that same homey feeling as the store itself. The only downside I would have with this store is that it is REALLY small when you are walking around. I often times have to keep moving out of the way when I am in an isle just so that someone else, or a worker can get by me. Other than that, I will most definitely continue to go to Top's for all my liquor needs. read more

I went into tops after turning 21 and found that the selection was awesome. You can mix and match beers if you'd like and they have so many beers to choose from. They also have a bar next door that I have yet to try but I heard it is good. The only thing that sucks is the prices. Granted I am new to buying liquor, but the prices were kind of high. I went there and saw a bottle of sangria that by the way was really good, but heard from a friend that fry's was selling if for 6 bucks and I paid 11 dollars for it. Its worth if your in the hood. Undoubtedly one of the greatest selections of beer I have seen, but you might want to make a trip to bevmo or the market to see if you can get the same stuff for a lower price. Its cool because it is an old-school liquor store. Recommendation: To anyone making a beer run or wants to go to a bar not on mill. But nothing to go out of your way for. read more

I've been involved in ordering kegs from Top's for several months now, and I just had to get on and give them props. The staff is friendly, they always have what we need, and they take care of us at the drop of a hat. We wouldn't be the same without Top's and I would recommend them to anyone in the area! :-) Thanks Top's! :-) read more

I ordered a keg for Oktoberfest and they were one of the only places in the valley that could get the beer I needed. They had a great selection and had everything ready when promised. Once the order was in they communicated great and held the keg for a week until I picked it up for a party. I will absolutely use them again in the future for my keg purchases. read more

Great place, very large selection, knowledgeable employees. Probably the best variety in all of Arizona, especially for hard to find items.

Tops has a great selection and a (mostly) knowledgeable staff. I always enjoy my trip there. The only issue I have with them is their recommendations are very hit and miss. We asked for a gin equivalent to Tanqueray a few months ago, and the bottle is still sitting in our kitchen with only 1 shot missing. It was awful... Sometimes Tops has the best price, and sometimes Safeway does. read more

I might still be a virgin if it weren't for alcohol. Thank god I discovered it early, before all my pesky "standards" kicked in. No, I didn't get my first drink from Top's. Or even my thousandth drink. But I do like to think that if I had, I could have had those standards and still gotten some play at the same time. Why? Because Top's has everything, from the finest of Belgian beers and pinot noirs designed to lure me in to the loveliest bourbons perfect for letting my guard down to the lowest-of-the-low canned beers for when I've just plain given up and taken off my pants. If Top's were a burnout from a dive bar and I were still 19, I would sooooo take him home. Only this time, I would cook him breakfast and let him stay awhile. read more

What can I say... Tops has the location and the selection. Whether you want to drink cheap on naty ice light and boone's farm, or get all snooty with some Belgium beers, fine wine, or high end spirits, Tops has got your back. The dudes that work there are cool and now their stuff. They know the stock, where it's at, and can give a good suggestion to an overwhelmed prospective buyer... the amount of booze in this place pretty much stops everyone in their tracks the first time they roll in. Top's pricing competes with circle K's and supermarkets as well. read more

I've died and gone to booze infested heaven. That's how I felt the first time I walked into Tops. And trust me, you'll feel the same way. Tops has so many beers, from your tubing down the river favorites like bud light and busch to your cinco de mayo favorites like corona and pacifico. They have your "i'm an irish for the day" favorits like guinness and smithwicks to your "let's watch football (aka soccer)" favorites like boddingtons and kronenburg. From A to Z this place has it all. The best part is that you're not limited to a six pack of your favorite beer. You can mix and match beers to make your own variety six pack. I think good ol' Ben Franklin said it best " Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy." and Tops is the place that makes us happy. read more

You never know what you're going to find at this gem of a liquor store! My husband and I consider ourselves to be relative "beer snobs." It's hard to find Prarie brewery, schmaltz and other not so well known brands. Of course, you pay the premium, but the selection is absolutely insane. You can wander around this store forever, but somehow the dudes who work here know EXACTLY ehere everything is! I highly recommend Tops- we stop by every single time we head to the east valley! Five stars! read more

Seriously ... this is the best liquor store I've ever been to in the Valley ... they have a HUGE selection of kegs ... as well as just about everything else! read more

I see many people put this as the best in Tempe. All of you are WRONG. This is the best in the state! I have been a very loyal customer for years now and have never been disappointed. Every time I go into Top's, which is a few times per week (like 7), I am amazed at the knowledge of the staff. They are true connoisseurs of all things drinkable. You do not need to go anywhere else. Customer Service? Ya it is bad sometimes because of the stupid drunk people, college kids, hipsters, and other retards they get. If you go in there and really want information they are more then willing to help. Remember they do not need to help you select your beers or bottles, so when they do put a few bucks in that tip jar for their help. read more

Top's has become a Tempe essential. And they don't just have the regular selection of beer and spirits. They have tons of options when it comes to the liquor of your choice, and the staff is very friendly and helpful. This place gets a lot of action though since it's right by ASU, so it can get pretty busy depending what time/day you're there. Prices are good too, so skip Walgreens and come here! read more

Best beer selection in town AND rare and tasty liquor! reasonable pricing and knowledgeable staff. A longtime TEMPE gem!!

Possibly the best liquor store in Tempe. It's where all the keg parties get their booze. College students (possibly underaged). Vagrants. Kids like me that live across the street. They have a great selection of everything. It's like a boozing paradise. read more

Best liquor store in the city. Tops has been around forever--in fact, when I came of age my Mom recommended it. She used to go there during grad school and beyond. It has the best selection, the smarmiest staff, and they do a ridiculous selection of kegs. read more

I can't believe nobody else has reviewed this place! It is THE place to go for import and craft beers. They have an awesome selection and the prices are always fair. The best thing is you can mix and match your own six packs. read more

Best selection in Phoenix. A built expensive, but where else are you going to find yellow label grand mariner?!

Top's Liquor is perfect! I have been in walking/biking distance from them for the past 4 years it's an amazing store. They have a huge selection of everything; beer, wine, spirits not only an awesome selection but the staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. I'm not so much a beer drinker but every time I go in and ask for a bottle of wine they are always spot on with their suggestion. As long as I am in the state of Arizona I will be at Top's Liquor. read more

I bought beer here a couple times for a party that I was attending. High quality beer with some high quality folks hanging out! No scary folks or meanies. The taller guy (not that he was that tall, just taller than the kind of short guy) helped me pick out a rasberry ale that was delicious! They both had glasses and were both nice! If YOU like BEER, then YOU'LL like THIS LIQUOR STORE. Likewise you might enjoy any LIQUOR STORE. IF YOU'RE READING YELP REVIEWS ON A LIQUOR STORE, THEN YOU'LL LLOOVVEE THIS LIQUOR STORE BECAUSE YOU'RE A FCKN WEIRDO! PARTY! read more

Been going here 2007, long time customer. This is the only place I get kegs. Typically if I call on Monday the team can order me a keg for pickup by Thursday. If something is not in stock then they call me back and work with me to get something else on the menu. That's great customer service! My only feedback would be some of the eastern euro beers are hit or miss on the taste due to age. Fantastic tequila and vodka selection, if you can't pronounce it, you buy it. read more

Top's has the largest array of spirits that I've ever seen in a liquor store. It's like the Disneyland of liquor stores. You'll find everything from the hard-to-find Agwa (an herbal liqueur) to 30 kinds of vodka and tequila. And their beer selection is crazy! The staff is extremely knowledgable about the products they carry and will be able to help you find whatever you need. read more

For the international beer connoisseur, this is Mecca. You can even find some European gems sold by the bottle! Definitely Tempe's finest booze vendor. read more

I think this is the best liquor store in the Phoenix area. I have found many different brands of whiskey and beers at reasonable prices.

Great selection, a Tempe favorite, and friendly and helpful staff.

Horrible customer service, white male with glasses thought my identification was funny for some reason. Never coming back here again

They have a great selection of beer and liquor. Sometimes I get side tracked because I'm looking at bottles I've never heard of before. I feel that their prices are somewhat higher than other liquor stores, but it's within the normal range. I don't think the beer kept in coolers is cold enough. It seems closer to room temperature than ice cold. That's something they could work on. If you are looking for something different, this would be a great place to check out. read more

Fantastic selection-essential for bike rides!

This is my go-to local beer store. Always have something unique and different to grow on my walk home!

What a disappointment! Came here thinking that the prices would be less or comparable to bevmo or totalwine. But, boy was I wrong. The same bottle same size of Corzo añejo is $12 more here than at total wine. I am sure it's just because it's a college area, so don't pay $12 more... go to total wine! read more

**Co2 RIPOFF** Do NOT get your Co2 tanks filled here. I was told that they charged $1 per pound, but was charged $25 for 8 pounds of Co2. I did not realize how much they ripped me off until I got home and weighed my tank. I don't care how you put the Co2 into the tank - high pressure or crappy setup - a pound is a pound is a pound. Liars and ripoffs. read more

this is place is conveniently located right off university and easy and fast to get in and out of. they aren't open past midnight, even on weekends, so don't waste precious beer o'clock hour trying to snap up booze here. the staff is super friendly and will remember your face usually after a just a few semi-consecutive visits. for Christmas, i wanted to get a nice bottle for a whiskey connoisseur friend and the guy suggested some bottles just after watching me stare at some and read the labels. it was on special and in a different part of the store so i ended up saving money on something i wouldn't have seen otherwise, very nice. the wine selection is extensive too, though a little more than say the grocery store. they also carry most juices, energy drinks and even water for the next day...oh, and some snacks. read more

You will not find a better selection of wines and liquors almost anywhere. The prices are reasonable too. Staff is friendly. The bar next door, "Taste of Tops" is pretty cool too - many fewer undergrads than the bars right on Mill Avenue. read more

I recently offered my patronage to Topp's to fill my freshly emptied keg. Not wanting to break the bank, we elected to fill the keg with Coors Light. However, I believe there was a tragic mix up. Instead of 1984 fluid ounces of liquid courage, we were given a beverage I can only equate to a crime scene. The taste was so foul, I immediately called my mother to apologize for introducing the liquid to the body she had given me. It was synthesis of battery acid and what I imagine anal fissures must taste like. 2/5, only because I was impressed by the brazen soul that sold me the beer. read more