This place is great. I live just around the corner so it's super convenient to pop over when I run dry. The staff is always nice and they are more than happy to try and stock anything you want. So far I've made 2 tequila requests that they didn't carry but now stock do to my input. Yes, you can thank me for the Aha Toro & Scorpion Tequilas.
I don't know how you can compare the prices of Total Wine to Top Shelf. It's a huge warehouse store versus a corner liquor store. While it is a decent size store I'm sure they don't have the buying power of a Total Wine or BevMo style store. So is that buck or two going to kill you? I will say, of the wines and beer I drink that are also carried at Walmart, Top Shelf is $1-$2 cheaper or right on point with their price.
I will keep going here so long as they keep putting the customer's needs first. Top Shelf is Top Notch.