Always well stocked when I need something. Friendly owner & always helpful! Good prices & watch for sales! read more

Caputi's Northtown Liquors - Traveling - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Understanding of my liquor/wine profile and easily able to offer recommendations, keeping my preferences in mind. Love the family, love their store! Worth the 30 minute drive for the level of service Caputis offers read more

Caputi's in kind of the Bizarro World antithesis of Amherst Wine and Liquor: the former has a ton of space and a million SKU's while somehow maintaining very little variety (like, would a wheat vodka kill you, Amherst?), while Caputi's manages to get a lot of very different and very good stuff into a smaller space. It's really good on European brandy-and-aperitif-type stuff (grappa, sambuca, ouzo, absinthe, amari, etc.) has a nice selection of Japanese whisky and has an eclectic array of wines. There's currently a monthly whiskey special (picked up some Whistle Pig 6-year rye for cheap), there are always combo discounts on wines as well as closeout bargains to be had. The staff always approach me and offer to help, know their inventory, and love to talk about the products. They even give away promotional stuff the distributors leave them, and so I got a couple of nice rocks glasses thrown in on a recent visit. It's a well-managed operation with lots of tasty booze. What more could you really ask? read more

Very impressed, with this local neighborhood liquor store. You can not compare this store to Premier, because Premier is such a huge retail business. But for a local neighborhood store, the selection of liquors/spirits is huge. The customer service was great, and they were very helpful. As for the prices, I found them to be reasonable. No complaints whatsoever. read more

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Caputi's is one of my favorite liquor stores. They have a good selection of wine and liquor without being overwhelming like the grocery store sized Premier. Nice selection of NY wine, and some local liquors too. I've never gone in looking for a specific type of wine or liquor and not been able to find at least one, and usually many more, option. They have free in store tastings a few times a year that are worth going to. Can usually find some good deals and good wine. Additional tip, the Tops on Maple usually has coupons on the back of the receipt. read more

Very good selection of wines here, and for super reasonable prices. I also appreciate that when I need to order wine to be delivered (through Drizly app), it almost always comes from Caputi and their customer service through that process has always been top notch. There was one time I made a delivery order and they didn't have the wine I requested, so they called me and gave me two different options, with a thorough description of each. I really appreciated that! They are also conveniently located right next to Consumers so if you're shopping for beer too, you can tackle both. read more

Caputi's is a great locally run shop. They keep up with the new liquor trends and I've found the staff to be very knowledgeable and friendly as well as honestly passionate about wines and spirits. They're deals are just as good as the giant stores but I think better service. The owner is genuine and enjoys his job. He always has a little time to chat and make you feel welcome. read more

Great selection of Bourbons but they GOUGE you on prices. Expect to pay double... yes... literally double any other store (including premier down the road) for most decent bourbon. Probably close to triple "suggested retail" from the distiller. $99.99 for Henry McKenna Bottled in bond?? $89.99 for Weller Special Reserve?? Taking advantage of the bourbon boom and a shame "people will actually pay these prices" as the associate told me. read more

I love Caputi's - great selection of wine including many NY state and local wines. Their prices are great too. Sometimes, you can even find a local wine in the bargain bin! A few times a year, Caputi's hosts free wine tasting events where they will have 60+ wines to sample in store, served by knowledgeable people who can tell you about the wine. All of the wines you can sample are also on sale, so it's a good time to try and buy. I've been twice to the tastings and they're always a good time. Our strategy is to look over all the wines first and decide which ones we actually want to try (usually 1 per table). However I've seen groups of people look like they take every sample from every table so not sure how they survive... Many times that we've been here, the owner had greeted us and has been very helpful. When he's not there, the staff has always been helpful too. In addition to wines they have lots of liquors as well, including local selections. If you sign up for their emails, you'll get 15% off a bottle of wine with every visit. Great location and I highly recommend stopping by if in the area. read more

The owner or whomever is running the store during covid 19 was SO RUDE! After telling me that I should have ordered my wine online and not come into the store he told me to put my stuff on the counter and step back ten feet.... no problem. He hit the credit button and I told him that I only had cash. He said "Well we prefer credit". I told him I dont even have a credit card. He said real nasty "Its 2020 and you dont have a credit card? Are you kidding me?" It didnt say anywhere in store or online that they dont take cash or that they are only doing deliveries. Then when he was done cashing me out he handed me a box to box my own wine and walked away. So rude! I will be shopping elsewhere... And telling everyone I know! read more

Owner and staff are always miserable and rude. I've gone inside a few times since it's convenient being right next to consumer's, but I regret it every time. read more

Always thought this was a charming place but my daughter had a very unpleasant experience. She recently turned 21 but due to covid hasn't been able to update her license. She was treated very rudely and refused service. Her license is current just not the over 21 style. Fortunately the good people at Premier were kind enough to sell to her. Never again Caputi's. read more

I really like this liquor store. They never feel pretentious like some liquor stores get and they always help me find something new and different to try. I've come in for a few of their wine sampling days and always end up finding something I really like. read more

I have never met more friendly and helpful staff at a liquor store....that is saying a lot since I used to work at a liquor store. I'm not sure if I was speaking with the owner or not, but he was incredible. He was a shorter, older, and bald man who had nothing but great recommendations. For anyone who likes red blends, he has a great selection. I found that the Apothic Red was only $9.99 (compared to $11.99 elsewhere). In case I wanted to step outside of the box, the man who helped me gave me some great alternatives. I was also picking up a gift card and the boys at the register were so nice. I would 1,000% go back to Caputi's when I am in the Amherst/Tonawanda area! Thanks Caputi's for truly keeping your customers first. read more

Caputi's is the only place I buy my Scotch and most of my wine. I was in there over the weekend for a bottle and the staff directed me to a Single Malt I have never tried before. Since all of their last recommendations have been great, I bought it. It was terrific! Always a great experience and the prices are very competitive. The staff is knowledgeable and the owner is usually on site. He has several times recommended a few bottles of wine and they have been stellar choices every time. I highly recommend Caputi's. read more

These folks are really great! They talk to you like you're a regular person and not an ignorant boob! They will help you make a selection and are happy to do carry outs! I can not say enough nice things about this place! read more

Meh...they might have earned their stars before quarantine, but I've given them a few chances through Drizly so far and I'm not impressed. Always a delay in delivering orders & delivery drivers ignoring mask/social distancing requirements. Maybe go to the store in person or just place an order with another shop. read more

Hands down my favorite liquor store in the North towns. The prices are the best for wine in the area. Great selection. The staff is knowledgeable and always willing to help. Overall great experience every time I stop in. Today was no different! read more

These guys are a stellar, consistent performer in both customer service and selection. My buddies and I bourbon/whiskey/scotch drinkers and this stores selection is above average, if not the best locally I've seen in Western New York. It probably helps that they have a Bourbon Club (proud member here) and everyone who works there knows their stuff. Not only that, the wine selection is vast and well organized. Lastly - but most importantly, this is a family owned business and there isn't a better group of father and sons in business in WNY than the Family Caputi. read more

I have been shopping at Caputi's for years, but I've also shopped at other wine & liquor stores in the area - big stores like Premier and small ones like Midnight Liquors & everywhere in between. The staff at Caputi's has always been friendly and knowledgeable about everything they sell in store. Caputi's prices are about the same as other places. So why shop here instead of other places? I'll tell you why! During a recent trip to stock up on some wine, we noticed they had a limited edition wine and we mentioned at check-out that we had bought a case of that wine from Amazon. The owner asked us why we hadn't visited a local store. We thought about it, then said: "Free delivery, the ability to pre-order, and we got a discount for ordering a case." He actually took the time to speak with us more, because he was trying to understand why so many of us opt to shop online vs in store. The man is a great business owner - he wants to make things easy for his customers and he wants to understand their shopping habits. He's reinventing how he sells his products, to suit a new generation. Revamped website, the ability to order online & have wine delivered, etc. I will never buy wine from Amazon again - support local business! read more

I have been thrilled with the online ordering and curbside delivery! Shocked by the review left by "Karen". Every single thing they said to you was accurate, not rude. You should not be going into businesses when you have the option not to. You should not be using dirty cash right now. You are exactly the reason I quit my job at a liquor store last month because people were still allowed to come inside. Your viewpoint seems pretty ignorant and is the EXACT reason why I am only doing business with those offering curbside. Stay home and keep this amazing staff heathy. read more

As a hometown girl transplanted to Dallas, I was 100% missing Caputi's prices. We picked up quite a few treats here while we were in town, plus I was allowed to use the employee restroom when I was darn near exploding (thank you, Caputi's!). A great place with great prices and informative employees. Two thumbs up. read more

This is a great liquor store. I mean the selection is wonderful. They have wine tasting events twice a year. Their prices match or beat most liquor stores in the area. They're in a great location next to consumer beverages so if you buy a bottle of spirits, you can go next door and buy your mixer!! read more

This place is right by consumers on Sheridan. I went here for a good bottle of whiskey and some other liquor a mix drink. They had a great selection and if you like aged whiskey they have multiple brands. I bought a 16yr bush mills. The staff was very knowledgeable and willing to help. read more

These folks are so nice and always helpful! Last year I went to their wine tasting event, which had wineries and distributors throughout the store. Crowded but manageable! I went yesterday and all of the wineries and vendors were jammed into the right side of the store and it was a crowded, chaotic mess. I do NOT know how entire shelves of wine didn't crash to the floor. There were 6 bottles of wine lined up on the floor and I inadvertently kicked them....LUCKILY not hard enough to knock them over. Please, Caputi Liquors, spread the vendors out again! Disaster barely averted...and the crowding? So very very hot and uncomfortable with everyone jammed together. read more

My go to liquor store in Buffalo. These guys enjoy what they do and love talking with you about what you are looking for, recommendations, what to avoid, etc etc. They have always steered me in the right direction and their prices are on par with the other big box stores in the area (sometimes better) but their customer service and passion makes them the best. They have really expanded their whiskey selection which has been great, and the only thing I would look for them to do is to source some of the more boutique wineries so that we can access some more hard to find wines vs the big labels. read more

This store has an above-average selection of wine and liquors with a particular emphasis on bourbon for some reason. As I'm not a real drinker I had difficulty picking out the items on my list for a party, however the staff were on it and the guy came out to walk around with me and help me make good choices based on my budget. I ended up with some quality finds. All in all this was a great experience and I'm very pleased with how helpful and nice the staff turned out to be. No snottiness here! read more

Went for beverages for a Bills game asked randomly about local bourbon and scotch, very knowledgeable staff. The owner let us have a taste and found something new we were interested in. I have never had someone who was more helpful and interested in just sharing knowledge. Was a very good experience and would recommend this place to anyone. read more

Great selection, and great staff. Everyone was very helpful and I was extremely satisfied. They are also right next to a beer distrubtor so it was a one stop shop! read more

This place is the best! They have the friendliest, most knowledgeable staff of any store I've ever been in. The location is ideal - access from Sheridan, NFB & Eggert. I have two liquor stores closer to my home, (1 larger & 1 smaller), but I always go the extra few miles to shop here. I recommend Caputi's to everyone. read more

For over 30 yrs. Mr. Caputi and his staff always know exactly what I need. I think I need a white and I leave with Pinot Noir. Cento Anni !

This is a really great liquor store. They have a good selection of wine and liquor, the shelves are pretty much always brimming with bottles, it's easy to find an inexpensive-yet-tasty bottle of wine, they have reasonable hours, and the staff has never been anything but awesome to me. They're always friendly, frequently offer to help if you look like you're having trouble navigating, and aren't afraid to tell you where to go if you need a specialty item they don't carry. They also seem to frequently run promos (foursquare, yelp, etc) that the staff honors without missing a beat. I happily spend my money here again and again. read more

If you are in need of hard to get whiskey or just need to get a great deal on wine and spirits, then this is your place! The staff here is what makes this place standout. They know everything there is to know about wine and spirits and the customer service goes above and beyond! If you are looking for a specific bottle of whiskey or anything else for that matter, they will try their best to get it shipped into the store for you. This is the only place to go for anything I need. read more

Caputi's is one of those places that makes you feel like you are going to your best friend's house. When you pop in the family owned and operated building, you are greeted with genuine happiness for your presence. It's like I'm Norm walking into the bar on the tv show "Cheers". The employees remember you and talk to you about more than just liquor (although they are very good at that too). I've never had a bad experience or been given bad advice the many times I have visited. The free bourbon club and rare offerings in their reserve case make me a regular customer, but it's the laid back yet knowledgeable staff that keeps me coming back. Drink (and shop) local! read more

Caputi's has a great location by Niagara Falls Blvd and Sheridan Drive in Amherst. The store is easy to navigate, you don't feel like you need a Segway to get around. Selection is great, they always seem to have what I'm looking for in stock and pricing is on par with or cheaper than other area stores. There bourbon selection is top notch from the everyday staples to the hard to find limited releases, which they price quite fairly I might add. Staff is also great, feels like you can just browse around with no pressure. Family owned and operated and it shows. I feel like this is the type of place Ron Burgundy would buy his scotch from. Stay classy Caputi's. read more

What makes a for a good bourbon? Handled with care? Aged to perfection? A little magic in the in the rack house where it's aged? Caputi's liquor store on Sheridan has managed to wrap all of this into its store. The strapping gentlemen behind the counter are always more than helpful, handling each customer with care, listening to their wants hopes and dreams for that next party they are hosting. Is the staff experienced and aged to perfection? You betcha. They've been doing it for years and it shows, especially if you attend one of their bourbon club meetings at the pub. Is there a little magic inside the 4 walls of that storefront on Sheridan drive? I'd sure like to think so and if you stop in i doubt you'll disagree. read more

The Best Shop in Town! I began stopping at Caputi's Northtown Liquors about a year ago when i was looking for a gift for my Boss. I found this place to be the Holy Grail of Wine and Whiskies (Quality Bourbon being my personal favorite)! Caputi's high priests of libation shared their knowledge and worldly advice, helping me to not only expand my horizons, but to select the perfect gift. Caputi's Northtown Liquors offers wide range and large selection of wine, spirits and liqueurs, incomparably satisfying the needs of both the expert and the armature, for whichever the case, a trip to Caputi's will always prove to be an adventure and never a disappointment! read more

This place is a great find for your liquor and wine needs! It is locally owned and operated, and its staff/management are both knowledgeable and courteous. At Caputi's, you can regularly find a great inventory of spirits that other Buffalo-area stores simply do not stock, or lack a sufficient inventory of. I always trust the employees' recommendations and have never once been disappointed. Often, they even provide free samples of recently released items. While the store's location is convenient, and its selection is great, what truly sets it apart is its bourbon selection, and its monthly "Whiskey Club". The Whiskey Club offers an awesome chance to sample various bourbons, scotches, and ryes, that most people have never tried. They also raffle off opportunities to buy SUPER RARE brands such as Pappy Van Winkle and Stagg. Local brewers and distilleries are brought in on a regular basis as well. In the past year I have become a regular at these events, and have personally attended presentations (and......more importantly, tasted samples!!) from Heaven Hill, Jim Beam, Big Ditch, Lockhouse, Woodford Reserve, Hamburg Brewing, EBC, Compass Box, and many more. In addition to guest presenters and samples, they offer a "bourbon bar" where whiskey-centered cocktails and homemade bitters/mixers can be tasted. The staff really cares about providing their guests with a great experience, and it shows. In the Western New York area, there are no other liquor stores that can compete with Caputi's when it comes to selection, convenience, expertise, and customer service. Mark Twain truly said it best...... "Too much of anything is bad, but too much good whiskey is barely enough"!!! read more