Total Wine & More

I spend way too much money here.
I realize that Total Wine is the WalMart of alchohol, but I still love it.
Wine– it would be hard to find a bigger selection of wine. It used to be, they had all the wines organized by region/​country. Now, it’s a weird hybrid of region/​varietal. France is well broken out, Spain has its own section, as does Italy. Then there are sections for Chardonnay, Pinot Nior, Merlot, Shiraz, etc. I wish they would go back to the old organization, but I am sure the average wine drinker likes this method. I tend to like regions, the terroir and what it adds to all the wines. C’est la vie. Need help finding something? Want to find a wine that is like one you had and enjoyed, but isn’t quite the same? The employees are AWESOME in their knowledge and can help you find anything under the sun, except Sparkling Shiraz, which they no longer carry.
Beer– two aisles of beer, create your own six packs and bomber specialty brews. Whether you’re looking for a Jalapeño Peach IPA or Bud Light, TW has it. The selection of local brews is impressive and laudable. I hate to share this, but the sought after brews are always in stock longer than the Tampa TW. Back when the Oscar Blues Coconut was all the rage, I found it right on the shelves, in plentiful supply.
Liquor and liqueurs– A few years ago, hubby and I replaced our dining table with a bar, and headed to TW on a slow day to stock it. Mark helped us select a dazzling array of supplies, telling us when to splurge and when to save (hint: Kahlua is a rip off). Now when I see him, he still asks about the bar and still has an incredible knowledge of Liquor and differences between brands.
Tastings– this location is not my favorite to do tastings. I prefer the chatty, happy staff over in Tampa for this activity. Today’s visit, I actually was noticeably snubbed and treated less than great by the staff member doing the tastings. It was genuinely bizarre to get such a curt and disgruntled vibe when she was so very friendly with literally everyone else in the store. I in no way deserved this treatment and will be filling out the survey to let them know how I was treated, it was way out of the norm. Hubby suspects that my Book of Mormon Braodway T-​shirt offended her (it says HELLO). LOL. Regardless of this one weird instance, the tastings have always been less enjoyable here than the other location. They need to get the staff excited about that position, their dislike of working there always shows.
TW also has a «rewards» program, where dollars spent earn you points that you can spend on… nothing. Corporate should consider making this more appealing and useful. But I do like that they don’t give you a card to carry, there are enough of those around.

Love the selection and Knowledgeable staff… seriously they have someone on staff who can answer whatever question you have on whatever kind of drinks you are looking for. If you can’t find it in store chances are they can order it for you. Just ask… Rewards program is still an afterthought it seems but they are trying

Staff always seems put out out. Watched «salesman» repeatedly try to upsell an older gentleman that knew what he wanted. Salesman told him that he must like Cheap wine. Gentlemen was taken aback as was I.
I literally just asked for recommendations for a low alcohol wine. Salesperson had no clue. I found what I needed without their help.
Salesperson didn’t even walk away to help as busy with his phone.
Lueken’s on. US 19 and Old Coachman much friendlier and knowledgeable.

I love this store because I can always find my favorites plus new things to try as recommended by the knowledgable floor staff. It’s well organized with a huge selection. The reason I can’t give more than three stars is because of the cashiers. They are all rude and seem to really dislike their jobs.

I really enjoy Total Wine. In my hometown in northern Illinois, there is this liquor warehouse that’s absolutely huge and has reasonable prices on everything. When I lived in Nashville and drove back home, I always made a point at stopping there to restock. But now that we’re in Florida, it’s a little bit more difficult to stock up when flying to and from Illinois. So I wanted to find somewhere that would be somewhat similar to this elusive liquor warehouse. My fiancé suggested we check out Total Wine so we stopped by one Saturday.
This is probably the closest thing I’m going to find to my liquor warehouse back home. They have an amazing selection of wine (obviously) and a surprisingly good selection of liquor. I thought it would be moderate at best. And the prices are pretty good, especially if you can find things on sale. We’ve stopped at a couple different locations since we’ve moved, and I’ve enjoyed them all. Will definitely be returning!

This place is great. There is so much variety, it is all so well organized, and at any given time thre are at least 2 – 3 store workers on the floor ready to help you. They also do wine tastings, so keep an eye out for that.

Unprofessional staff and a disorganized store are the only things I can think to say about this store.

I am a Promo Model who sampled wine here one time, and that was enough for me.
Everything these other reviewers say about the employees is true in my experience as well.
Two employees were very nice, but the higher ups, Managers, for example, treated me more like competition than a guest. They have a large tasting section of their own. Why they even scheduled me there is anyone’s guess.
For starters, when I first got there & asked where to set up, I was ordered around, rushed around, & treated rudely. When I asked for ice for my wine bucket, I was given a stuck-​together iceberg! Not ideal for chilling wine. I was insulted.
As a customer was buying 3 bottles of wine from me, a Manager actually came over & advised my customer to taste their own (& more expensive) wine at their tasting section before making his final decision. The customer looked so uncomfortable, said, «No, thank you», then said to me, «I don’t think he wants me to buy from you.» I apologized and advised him that there are apparently politics in everything.
There were % off coupons on French wines advertised that weekend. Since I was sampling French wine, I asked for some to give to tasters. I was told there were only 7 or 8 left, therefore none to spare. When a customer returned a bottle to me, stating she didn’t want to pay full price & without the coupon, I advised her to come back in 5 minutes. At the front of the store, I located 2 large stacks of those coupons, 100 or more, brought some back, & when the customer returned, gave her the coupon and her purchase back.
In my opinion, it is a low-​class store with low-​class people. I vowed that day to never step foot in there again, & I have kept my promise to myself.

If you need any type of beer or wine, you definitely need to stop here… they pretty much have all the different brands of wine, liquor, etc here.
I took my father in law who’s from Boston here, and he was impressed with how big it was and the vast selection. I happened to come here during the holidays with him and there were so many vendors there to allow tasting. You could literally go around the whole store and get buzzed if you tried every one of them.
I was able to find my go to lambic beer there as well as a new discovery, rekorderlig apple cider, which is now my new favorite!
While I love to support the small liquor stores, I have to say this is my go to place to find the hard to find ones or to able to find new ones!

Does Total Wine and More ever disappoint? NO, and this location lives up to your expectations.
Being pregnant, beer and wine have been off the menu for way too long. Being that it is the fall, all the wonderful pumpkin beers are in season, some actually going out of season, making it harder and harder to find them in the stores.
After searching my local Winn Dixie and Publix, looking for the Shipyard pumpkin, I decided to hit up Total Wine. If they don’t have it no one will.
The associate was incredibly helpful and found me a 6 pack, so I can enjoy some pumpkin libations after this baby is born. I told him I also wanted a 6 pack of New Belgium Brewery’s Pumpkick. After scouring the shelves and looking in his system, sadly he informed me that they are no longer making that batch and it appears they are all sold out. Bummer.
The next time I am in the mood for a great beer or a wonderful bottle of wine, I will definitely hit this location up and check out their selection.

The employes have some serious attitude issues. A little knowledge is dangerous.
They will try to up sell you from their supply, when you are looking for a specific wine. They will play on what they perceive as your lack of knowledge… basically, they are wine snobs. You will only find this in America. Buy what you like, and if they don’t have it… go elsewhere. Don’t let them tell you something else is better… those are your taste buds and you know what you like… don’t be intimidated, just because you can’t flick the french names off your tongue like they do. This place was Total Disappointment and More.

It’s like a Buffett for all you drinkers. Hey, why do you think we’re here? We’re here for mass quantized if good booze. It’s the best place in town to get all your good drinks.

They have a great selection of wine, craft beers, and liquor. I have never wanted to give someplace 0 stars, now I wish I could.
The absolute worst customer service I’ve ever experience anywhere. All of the check out girls are totally rude when they ask you for your ID.
One time I was there with my g/​f (I am 29, and she is 26) I am obviously over 21, she left her ID in the car, and they gave me a hard time, about her not having her ID. So she went out to the car and they still wouldn’t let me buy it until she came back with her ID, so I demanded to see a manager. Only then did they back down and sell me the beer. What if a customer came in with their 5-​year old (who don’t have IDs), would they not sell to them? I understand checking IDs, I used to work at a theater, but use some common sense.
Every other time I’ve been here, they rudely demanded you to take your ID out (which is very difficult for me, I have a new wallet and my ID is hard to get in or out). All the employees need a lesson in customer service. I for one will never go back, now that I have found that other stores carry Bold City’s Duke’s Brown Ale. I will even drive out of my way to get it, and take my business elsewhere. I suggest you do that same.

The selection of Beer was amazing and we loved that we could pick and choose to make our own 6 pack. I encountered several employees willing to assist (which I needed) & each one was very polite. I was not ID’d, not that I look under 21. The aisles were spacious and I loved the variety of mini bottles. Next time I will walk the wine aisles.

This Liquor store is the best one I’ve been to yet!!! Seriously, their prices are phenomenal, I’ve been to their other competitors around the area, such as Luekens, and I still believe Total Wine is the best. Total Wine has a larger selection of Beer, Wine, and Liquor, and is better organized. Besides that the Clearwater Total Wines, in my opinion, is better then the other Total Wines I’ve been too. What separates this particular branch from the other Total Wines is their staff. They have been nothing but helpful when it comes to helping me find the best libations that meets my budget. One time I called and asked for Margaritaville Tequila: Island Lime; they told me that Margaritville no longer makes that tequila, so they gave me other great alternatives and now I have my favorite tequila, Legados; Reposado Tequila. That’s not the only time they’ve been helpful either, if you are looking for a liquor and tell them your on a budget, they’ll give you some great advice and help find you the best liquor. Besides being knowledgeable about their products, the staff is super friendly.
They also provide a cool services such as wine tasting and online ordering. You can either have them deliver the alcohol to your home or you can pick it up at the store. They occasionally offer classes and tastings at the store. I believe that the wine tastings are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; I’m not sure when the classes happen, but you can check online if your interested. If you notice, some of there alcohols have ratings on them from established magazines, which I think is really helpful, also the descriptions provided are very helpful. But you can also ask any of the workers; they’ll give you their honest opinion on the brand in question, and will even tell you if they’ve never tried it. So if you can’t your favorite brand at your liquor store, I definitely recommend trying here.

Happiness in mass quantities can be found here.
The first time I ever walked into Total Wine had to pick my jaw up off the floor. I never knew there were that many varieties of flavored vodka… They have tequila in glass bottles that look like firearms… They have little cups of wine to go and all sorts of accessories ranging from cute to suave… Hell, I even got a miniature bottle of Goldschlager here. I really don’t think this place could be more awesome.
Of course there’s also a plethora of wine ripe for the picking. Cheap wines, pricey wines, wines for all kinds! And if you can’t make up your mind, I’ve found the sales associates to be mighty helpful.

I hope the owner or manager reads this review. Love this store hate your check out girl whitney. There is a way to ask for someone’s I’d without being a complete dickhead. This girl literally snapped on me about how I can’t be in the store without I’d blah blah blah and where was my parent or guardian meanwhile she looked about 21 plus 1 day old. So after she asked for I’d I said it was in thr car and started to walk out to get it but she continued her rude rant… which went on and on about why I would even come in the store without a parent or carry alcohol…
I understand there’s laws and I look young but there was seriously no need for this girls episode. None.
Get some more polite employees and post a sign before the checkout besides after the number at the check out about having ids ready.
Can be sure I’ll find and drive miles to go to another total wine after this so unnecessary experience.

Toys r Us for adults! I have the best times here! It’s New Year’s Eve and I know I can find a couple of whites, reds, and some bubbly! The staff is well educated in wines. I always enjoy having them do my dirty work. They also give classes and tastings. They were hitting the bubbly big time today but I knew I had a long night ahead and passed! I love the fact that they tag wines on the shelves that might be «best bang for the buck» or «staff choice!» Needless to say, their inventory rocks at any alcohol level! AND the prices are competitive and fair!

Massive selection of wine/​liquor/​beer plus lots of mixers and gifts. Much nicer inside than Leukens although I also did not see any clearance/​sale racks like Leukens so you decide what’s more important ;)
An analogy: Total Wine is to Publix as Leukens is to Walmart

As I walked in, cherubs began to sing, and I was momentarily blinded by a bright light. As my vision came back, one of the most beautiful sites became clear. It was a store where any individual (over the age of 21) could come to be better looking, happier or more confident. With a few sips of these magic potions, these nectars of the Gods, this could all be true.
Total Wine offers the most expansive selection of beer, wine and liquors that Ive ever seen under one roof. It can actually be a bit intimidating. However, they do have informational cards located by each item in order to lessen this feeling of confusion. In addition to the informational cards, they also have a number of helpful associates to answer questions. Sometimes I even strike up conversations with other customers to get their opinion. Everyone is so cheerful here. Maybe it has something to do with the free wine samples?
I don’t get here nearly as much as Id like but when I do, it always makes me smile.
Please Drink Responsibly.