Magnum's Cigars Wine & Liquor

Elite '08

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Nathan S.

Phoenix, AZ

Of any wine store that I have ever been to I get the best service at Magnum's. The staff here is super knowlegable and friendly. I actually feel like they enjoy helping me find a bottle of wine for $8 that tasted really close to a $60 one that I tried once. They have even helped me hunt down bottles based on a vague description of the label.

The guy working this weekend chatted with me a bit and upon going to the lounge bar area to get me a bottle of Seven Deadly Zins (they use it as their house wine. can't beat that.) took me on a brief tour. I have never spent any time in the lounge but it is hip and cool and...ready for this? ..you can smoke...they sell 51% tobacco, so based on current smoking laws they can allow you to light up a stoagie while you enjoy your drink. Ahh reminds me of the good old days.

For their service alone I would give six stars if possible. Love it!

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Tim W.

Phoenix, AZ

There are not words to express the wonder and amazement I feel when entering that which has been come to be known as "MAN MECCA" in the circles I frequent.  I owe a great debt to the good friend who first brought me here.

If you enjoy good liqueur, good cigars, good wines, good beers, and a good relaxed environment....  then Magnum's may not be for you, BECAUSE IT IS FREAKING FANTASTIC!!!

The staff here is always knowledgeable and very helpful, Mike (not you the other Mike) you are the Bomb!  Their selection at Magnum's is unparalleled.  And the ambiance is as good as it gets.  You see, Magnum's is the pinnacle of all that is Man, and because it has a fantastic ventilation system, I can even bring my wife!

I just can't describe how amazing this place is.  If you take nothing away from Yelp but to try this mecca of all that is man, than you have been given a great gift indeed!

Oh and don't forget to look for Mike.  He is very well dressed (usually in a vest and the fattest full windser tie knot I have ever seen), medium height, and almost always there.  Mike will get you set up and ready to go in fashion.

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Erica L.

Phoenix, AZ

In late 2007, Magnum's opened a bar adjacent to the cigar & liquor store.  It's absolutely and completely gorgeous.  The lighting is immaculate and the decor perfect for a cigar bar.  It's one of the only bars in this neighborhood that caters to an upscale clientele.  

Drinks are pricier than other bars in the area, but not bad for Phoenix/Scottsdale.  If you're looking for a cheap drink, go to the sports bar across the parking lot.  But don't expect the person next to you at the bar to be as interesting as the people you'll meet at Magnum's.  The people make Magnum's a great place and all the regulars we met were completely welcoming and friendly.  

As of February 2008, cigar smoking is allowed in the bar.  The owner, Amar, is in a legal battle due to the recent statewide smoking ban.  So this may change in the future.

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Jeanine J.

Phoenix, AZ

a great place to buy hard to find wines, beers, and any cigar you've ever wanted.  they also carry an endless supply of liquors, from bacardi to very top shelf brands.
huge supply of refrigerated beer & wine, as well as single beers (both 12 oz bottles and bigger specialty bottles).  fun to put together a custom six pack.  they also have a little "bar" area where you can sit with a beer or wine and a cigar.  i think they charge a small corkage fee for this luxury.  they are also planning on adding a few more of these "sitting areas".  
call them to be put on their email list, as they have weekly wine tastings for $5.  if you buy a bottle of one of the featured wines, your $5 goes toward the cost of the bottle.  
highly recommended to anyone in or outside the area.  
a liquor & cigar disneyland! :)

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