Thomas Liquors

I’ve been going to Thomas for decades for my wine and liquor purchases. In addition to the high quality selections, I enjoy the genuine personalized experience from a small family run business. Mike and Pete have been particularly helpful with choosing wine pairings that fit within our price point. Pete even worked with us years ago in selecting wine for our daughters wedding. I would highly recommend Thomas for its high quality and personalized experience. Brooks Donald

Love the wine bundle selections! Great value and Easy to order with the app for pick up ! . Good communication and it was ready earlier than expected! Thanks again for great customer service!

Thomas Liquors is always super friendly and helpful in finding the right wines for the right time/cuisine. They're the best liquor store and I have gone there for over 35 years

We ordered on line, from Valinhos, State of Sao Paulo, Brazil, (where our company is located) to a St paul delivery, for a Customer, whom we know is a wine connoisseur. Ordering was easy, varielt met our wants, delivery was spot On!, THE VERY NEXT DAY. Kudos on your Customer Service, it works!.

I ordered this delivery from Arkansas and was completely amazed at the service. It was there when requested, and the online process was easy. GREAT SERVICE.

Its so nice to have a good quality liquor store half a block from my home. They always have the good products I like, and I always find something new to try there. Staff is always friendly and helpful with suggestions.

Wonderful local store with all you could need in terms of beer, wine, liquors. Always fair prices plus they usually have certain wines on sale!

On vacation from Columbus OH. Stay with my Aunt and Uncle, cliose to their house and a good selection. Have visited there every time I come to St.Paul

What a nice neighborhood liquor store. A little out of my way, however I was given a heads up on a certain bourbon release and made it just in time to grab the last bottle. I certainly appreciate liquor stores like this one that don't stock pile allocated liquors for some raffle that you'll never when.

A* for selection and variety but C- on affordability. Prices here seem inflated compared to Stores like Total Wine and More. I understand that they are probably a smaller business that needs to make a profit. There is a Bulldog mascot here that is so chill and adds to the local /neighborhood flare.

This is the place for knowledgable staff and great finds. When I have a special occasion, I go here. They always know what to pair with the food I plan to serve and the prices are competitive with other shops. I just wanted a split of champagne to celebrate an amazing day and they had a huge selection of sparkling wines with a wide range of prices. If you're looking for something hard to find, not the usual grocery store stuff, definitely come here. And the music is always good, too.

Fantastic selections on all levels. I came for gifts, specifically in the bourbon section. Their excellent customer service directed me to where I needed to be and I found a few things I wanted. I did find the prices on the high side. Thanks for a great experience.

This is a rare find during the times of wine shops at Trader Joe's and full liquor stores in Target. The breadth of knowledge the staff possesses will lead you in the right direction wether you seek a perfect red or a new bourbon for your cabinet.

Ambiance: I go to TL quite frequently and each time I've been they've been updating a new part of the shop. I think new carpet, new ceiling and a new tasting bar?! Customer Service: The people keep me coming back. They remember my name, my dog and my order. They are knowledgeable and will chat with you to answer all of your questions no matter where your palette is at. My family lives in the western suburbs and puts in monthly pick up orders at the shop. Tip: My favorite employees are the owner Mike and his bulldog Bernie. Added a few photos from when I was last there!

About 3 months ago, an employee in his mid 50's or so at this Thomas Liquor place handed me the beverage bag to my face. Now, I'm 5'8" and he's probably 5'10" or 5'11" so it's impossible he did it by accident. Even if he did, he sure did make a customer feel extremely bad that whole evening. One of the worst things from this was that the store manager tried to push it on to me that there was nothing wrong and that everything was fine. That's the bad part because you wouldn't know how it felt of course if it didn't happen to you, so who was he to speak for me and to say it was ok? I never been back since.

Lots of selection but way over price. When I went into the store, I wasn't greeted having to walk pass all 3 workers at the check out counter and not a single hi or hello. The store had a good layout so I found my item pretty fast but it was marked up almost double compared to the likes of Total Wine. I'd avoid this place use it was the only place open, rather drive out farther for better prices and customer service. For me, never going there again.

One of my favorite liquor stores. Was recommended to me by a friend a couple years ago and never disappointed when I stop in. They almost always have a 6-pack pre-picked wine deal going on (usually to correlate with whatever holiday or event is upcoming). The beer selection is out of this world. If you like local or hard to find beer, this is the place for you. Can always find something I've never had. The employees are very knowledgeable and friendly, so if you have questions, ask! They also just built a new tasting bar that will hopefully get put into use after COVID concerns elapse.

My husband and I got married recently and in the midst of the flurry of activity that is planning a large event, we accidentally left ordering the libations at the last minute. Peter was very accommodating and guided us through everything. They took care of delivery and coordinated with the venue so we didn't have to worry or think about it. They also buy back any unused stock, which is completely wonderful and deeply appreciated, and they were on top of that - we didn't have to call to initiate that process, they did. Absolutely perfect. While we live in Mpls, we will definitely find occasion to bop by and support Thomas's!

Great customer service. I called and they had hard to find small batch MN Bourbon I was looking for. They pulled 2 bottles and them put away for me to pick up 3 days later. While on the store blown away by the wine selection. This is the kind of liquor and wine store we need to support and not the Total Wine mega store. I'll make a longer drive to shop here now.

I can't say enough good things about this place. Time after time, year after year, they amaze me with the selection, kindness, and knowledge. Whether I'm looking for a recommendation for a dinner party, or have a more niche request based on my travels, there's no limit to the amount of time they'll spend to help with the perfect selection. If the person offering help can't answer your questions, they'll find someone who can. Last year, after wildfires destroyed small vineyards in Bonny Doon, I was seeking a wine from there to show support. They immediately found someone who knew about the area, the wines, the grapes, the climate, and the local businesses.

"Oooh! Are you girls having a paarrrrty?," says the super-friendly clerk with the thick Minnesota accent who helps Annie D and I pick out a case of champagne. Seriously, it was like having a friend's mom assisting us! Everything about this liquor store rocks - the selection, the prices and the staff! Not only was our Minnesota Mom helpful, but the clerk (aka "cute liquor store guy") who checked us out and took the case out to the car couldn't have been sweeter. Makes me wonder - is everyone in the MSP area so nice? If so, I wanna move here!

Good service warms my heart. When my colleague and I walked into the small shop (the one with the big mural), we asked one of the employees to point us in the direction of the champagne. She happily directed us over to the spinning racks they have and let us spin them around a little until we realized that we might just want to ask her which one she'd recommend since we're not champagne experts. So we asked her what the best value would be (read: cheapest, but also drinkable). After a bit of genuinely friendly chitchatting (in true Midwestern fashion), she referred us to another employee who didn't hesitate and gave us a stellar recommendation. Totally classic bubbly: la brut cava. That just means a dry Spanish champagne. While a third clerk ran my card, that second clerk (we shall call him cute liquor store guy) went into the back room, grabbed us a case of cava and even brought it out to my car. And all three of the folks we interacted with were simply and plainly pleasant. My heart=warmed.

We dropped by this neighborhood shop one night about an hour before closing. First of all, they are open later than other beer/wine stores in the area, so they are good for a last-minute run. Secondly, they are just about as friendly as you can get. We had a few friends in town and a group of five of us went to the store. We all were making separate purchases and looking for different things. The staff was friendly but not pushy. When we walked in (this was right before New Year's), it became clear that one of the staff members had been offering a tasting. When one person in our party inquired about what was being sampled, the man immediately offered to open a new round of bottles for us. A+ for thoughtfulness and customer service. I really felt that was going above and beyond. We also found other members of the staff to be very knowledgeable, offering suggestions and advice about various beers. Selection-wise the store is well-stocked with a good variety that covers most of the bases. But it is not a mega-emporium and is limited due to its small size. But for the space they have, I feel they use it pretty well. Mad bonus props to the kid at the counter, who happened to grab us a box for Bell's Two Hearted ... you couldn't pick a better box for our party!

I keep going back. I stopped in here a few years ago around Christmas looking for 2 products in particular. In fact I read one of the items was sold at this specific store, but was told my information was way outdated. For the record, I read about it in the paper that same day. Anyhwoo, I did find one of the things I came in looking for and a couple bottles of hard to find wine. I left the first time and was a little bitter. But, I like that damn hard to find wine and my husband likes one of whiskeys he cannot find anywhere else. So I keep going back. The service has greatly improved, so I'm chalking the attitude up to the fact it was the holidays and busy.

I love this neighborhood liquor store. They carry a lot of local shit and the prices are good. Nice people who run it. I like them a lot!

This liquor store believes in excellent service! When you compare Thomas Liquor to, say Total Wine there no comparison. Sure, Total Wine is a little cheaper but that's about it. Thomas Liquor knocks themselves out being friendly and knowledgeable. Great place.

The cheery staff know their way about the wines, alcohol and beer. When in doubt, they make excellent recommendations. They are willing to try out stuff they don't generally stock, which makes the selections even better. They have a broad price range and geographical selection for their spirits

The boo and I stopped in for the first time during a 20% off wine sale. They have a great selection. We came across Far North Spirits' Solveig gin - I haven't seen it anywhere else but it has a lovely, unique flavor. I also found a bottle of Chocolate Woodchuck Hard Cider which I had not seen on anyone else's shelves. My first experience was less than positive though. The store was a bit hectic for the sale so I understand being less than 100% friendly behind the register. I have an out-of-state license where my birth date can be difficult to find and I look young. The cashier ID'ed me - standard. She looked over it, I told her where to find my birthday, and took it back. She huffed and said "wait, let me see that again." I pointed it out to her again. She huffed then slapped my ID down on the counter. She did the same when she returned my debit card. Slapping down my cards when my hand is out-stretched might be one of the rudest, most passive-aggressive things a cashier can do to a customer. If I have the potential to be treated like that again, I am not sure I will return even with the awesome selection.

I cannot say enough nice things about Thomas Liquor. The wine selection is excellent. Their offerings range from less expensive but good wines to really expensive wines. I imagine the really expensive wines are good, but they aren't in my budget. The beer selection doesn't disappoint. The thing about the staff is that they treat everyone with the same great service. It doesn't matter if you're buying a case of $100 wine or a bottle of $9 table wine. The staff is very knowledgeable and always give good advice based on your budget. There is usually a wine tasting on Friday afternoons. There's a reason this store is a St. Paul institution. I think it's because their prices are fair and the family really believes in customer service. And of course, Bernie the bulldog makes me smile.

Always knowledgeable and professional staff. Open to wine drinkers of all levels and needs

Thomas Liquors is my go-to neighborhood spot for special bottles of wine. The staff has always been very helpful and knowledgable of their extensive stock. The wine prices range from around $10 and up and the variety is out of control. Besides wine there's liquor a-plenty and a decent selection of specialty microbrews. A while back I visited Thomas Liquors curious to see if they had a specific bottle of wine. The only details I knew of this wine were that it's red and there was braille on the label...and that was it--really. When the staff approached and asked if they could help, slightly embarrassed I explained what I was looking for. No kidding, within minutes I was checking out with my bottle of red with braille. Although I come here for the booze, I keep coming back because of the staff. If I weren't so cheap and satisfied with 3 buck chuck, I would without a doubt visit here more often

This is, hands down, my favorite place to buy wine, beer or liquor in Saint Paul. The service here is top notch - the employees couldn't be friendlier, and they really know their stuff. Every time I've gone in, I've walked out with a new beer or wine to try, and every time, it's been exactly what I'd wanted. They often have a couple of featured wines to try in the store, but I think that's only on the weekends. The also have occasional sales, and they have a great selection of fine wines, microbrews and every kind of liquor you could want. The prices here are very reasonable, ranging from the cheapest of the cheap to the moderate, to the pricey items I'll occasionally splurge for. But it's really the service here that keeps me coming back. I'd rather support this incredible business than go buy the cheaper alternatives at Big Top - and I'm on a college student's budget, so that really says something.

Selection of single beers isn't awesome, but you can break six and four-packs for singles in some cases. Not a lot of cold 22's, but the selection is good, and I have found the prices here to be comparable, and sometimes cheaper than the nearby Ale Jail. Service is friendly, though I wish I was in with the owners or workers like some people are... There is a bit of a claustrophobia issue, but its minor and the runty carts help. Not advisable to bring an unsupervised toddler or clumsy dog with a waggy tail.

Mike, Pete and the team are wonderful. We often experiment at home with cooking meals from around the world and rely on Thomas to help with wine pairings. They continue to knock it out of the park. The selection is amazing. Staff is friendly. They also work with distributors to find special requests.

Best wine shop around. They often have wine samplings, and the personal recommendations make wine shopping a sure success.

I love this place and it is always my first stop for all beer and liquor needs. The staff really go above and beyond for service. They are quick to check on you to see if they can help you find something when you stop in. On one occasion, I was looking for a beer that I had served when volunteering at City Pages Beer Fest, the wheat beer from Tallgrass. I saw that they had a couple other variety from Tallgrass, but I didn't see the wheat beer which I mention when I was checking out. One of the staff, possibly the manager or owner as he was older, was like "Oh, I know the beer that you're talking about and we have it in back as we didn't have space in our cooler. Let me get you a six pack." It should be noted that I didn't know the name of, only that it was from Tallgrass and it was a wheat beer. The staff really know the products that they carry. For the size of the store, they really carry a lot of variety, I am not a huge wine drinker, but they have a lot of options and are able to answer an questions you may have. Also, they have quite a few choices when it comes to micro-brew and specialty beers. The prices are on course with most other liquor stores may be a little higher on a few things, but I am okay with that since it is a family owned store. I will gladly keep coming back here for all my beer and liquor needs.

We went with Thomas Liquors to provide alcohol for our wedding at Summit Manor. For this venue and some others in the area, Thomas liquors will deliver the alcohol for your event for a small delivery fee, and will buy back certain unopened bottles and cases that you don't use. This alone is so cool, but (sorry forgot the guy's name) made the process incredibly simple. He knows his products, and had great suggestions for what to serve our crowd. He took his time to get to know our vision for the event, the types of guests attending, and the food to give us a well-customized order. We were glad to have his input, because his estimates on numbers were very close. If you have the opportunity to provide your own alcohol to an event nearby, you won't go wrong by choosing Thomas Liquor to help you out.

aka Thomas Liquor. Mike Thomas has turned what was a keg-centric college area liquor store into a wine mecca. Great selection of wines from under $10 to infinity. Lots of bottles you won't find elsewhere. Mike and staff are always happy to offer advice/recommendations and will order what is not in stock. Look for the biannual sale, 20% off every wine in the store. Solid beer selection as well.

First, a caveat: I don't give a rip about beer or wine. In the great words of Gump Worsley, "I drink whiskey" (and scotch and bourbon). This past Spring, Surdyk's was running a big liquor sale. I visited several liquor stores, Surdyk's, Big Top, Grand Ave, Haskell's and Thomas. Overall, if you only had to buy your scotch / whiskey from Thomas ever again, you'd save money in the long run. You might find the odd bottle a buck or two higher than the other joints, but you'd also find more $5 cheaper, and in some cases $10. Some of their everyday prices were Surdyk's sale prices (Midleton, for example). Sure, Surdyk's might have a wider / deeper selection, but you'll definitely pay for it, and a decent portion of it is stuff most people will never get to purchase (like that 30 year, $400 bottle). Thomas has all the major examples and brands of the scotch and whiskey families like Macallan and Jameson, but they also have a few distant cousins, like Yamazaki (as seen in the Bill Murray / Scarlett Johansson art house hit, "Lost in Translation"). Beyond the brown boozes, I drink hard cider. Thomas carries my favorites, Strongbow and Original Sin. I first had Original Sin at The Heartland Restaurant and immediately set about finding more. Luckily my local store had it. Oh, they also have that overrated Crispin non-carbonated-so-you-have-to-drink-it-on-ice nonsense. Thomas is what you want out of a local store, good selection, good prices, and good staff.

Selection is limited, and when compared to other area stores the prices tend to be about 20% higher. Customer service is appalling.

My new favorite stop on Friday after work. Friendly and knowledgeable staff and selection that can't be beat, especially if you are into small batch craft beers. And they are often sampling! Prices are fair.

I buy a case (or more!) during their sales and pick up others as needed. I love to try new wines but I don't want to spend much time researching or selecting them so it's great to have Mike hand select them for me. Why shop at big box stores when you can get great prices, service and wines nearby????

I always thought this was more of a wine shop. My unfortunate experience of going to the beer dabbler led me to getting tickets here - so I guess there was some good to come of that disaster. Thomas Liquors has a great selection of harder to find gin/vodka/whiskey/rum. I stopped by and picked up a bottle of Solveig and Jack Rudy. Where else are you going to find that? Nowhere. That's where. Great selection of everything "craft" in all the different spirits/brews.

I discovered Thomas Liquors upon moving here 10+ years ago. It's local, family owned, and provides a fantastic selection of wines and micro-brew beers. Service is great, and the staff is smart and amiable.

Pretty much beer geek heaven here. Amazing selection of craft brews. An the friendly staff really know their hops. Will definitely be back.

I called about 10 stores searching for a specific wine. My friend had a glass of it at a restaurant once and said it was hard to find-she was not kidding! My search ended at Thomas, they found it and ordered it so it would arrive THE NEXT DAY. They set it up so that she be called when it arrived telling her she had an order for pick up-already paid. I was shocked at how quickly this all happened. They know how to get the job done and deliver excellent customer service! I will be choosing to purchase from Thomas over the large superstore chains from now on. You just cannot beat the amazing selection and memorable customer service here.

Great selection, staff is fantastic. They supplied liquor for our wedding. They delivered and not only-picked-up the unopened but refunded us for it.