As I write this, my ears are still ringing from the decibel onslaught that Tip Top delivered. It was so bad that a couple left before ordering. Adding some soft elements to either the walls or ceiling would help remedy this.
The tavern has a solid beer list and from the reviews, a menu that most people enjoy. I was not one of those people. Craving some comfort food from a long weekend, I opted for the Green Chili Mac and Cheese while my girlfriend went with Pastrami King. The mac and cheese promised roasted poblano peppers and jalapenos but I wouldn't have guessed that by what I tasted. Not that creamy and definitely not the peppery overtones that I was expecting. A very normal and bland dish. My girlfriend's sandwich fared a bit better. The pastrami was delicious and well smoked but it's companions on the bread (sharp cheddar, horseradish mayo, lettuce, tomato, and red onion) was poorly constructed and was sloppy to eat.
For me, not a destination spot. If I was in the neighborhood, perhaps, but I think there are better options a few minutes away.