Great stop to select your wines pre cruise! Very helpful and knowledgeable staff. The selection ranged from mid tier on up, with plenty of variety. Taking another cruise in a month out of Vancouver and my wife sent me a reminder that we had to stop by Viti and grab 4 bottles. read more

Great selection on a variety of wines and beer. Great customer service as well. Highly recommend.

This is a small hole in the wall beer & wine store on Seymour, just south of Smithe. It's a part of the Moda Hotel I believe. The isles are rather cramped, it's hard to navigate your way around if there are more then a few people inside. Staff are hit and miss. Besides the older guy who is normally always there ( owner perhaps ??) they aren't overly friendly or helpful. The older guy is a bit more personable, but I still don't ever see him crack a smile, I don't drink beer, so I cannot comment about that. However, for the size of the store, they do have a fair amount of wine to chose from. Other then that, Not the best selection of cider or coolers. Just a few in the refrigerators. Some Smirnoff Ice, Palm Bay ect. Prices seem not too outrageous. For hard alcohol they have only 3 choices for vodka . But hey - its a "beer & wine" store. All in all it's not bad for that last min beverage stop. Cant ever have too many cold beer & wine stores! read more

Viti Wine and Lager - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

My friend and I came here to look for some ice wine. My friend was trying to buy some for her dad and this place had it. Chris was the one that helped us with choosing the right ice wine. He was very helpful, nice, and knowledgeable. This place was small but had a lot of alcohol. There were not too many people in here when we came, but it was on a street where a lot of people walked by. We found what we were here for so that was great. Good place for some alcohol! read more

Tiny place, with somewhat limited selection. However, what they have in the shelves is good. Good selection of beers, German and Belgian among others. From memory, nice selection of sake. I'd go there more often if I lived closer. read more

Convenient location, clean, friendly staff. Visiting Vancouver BC had a craving for good red wine. Asked the staff for a local winery that worth to try but not to break the bank. They have recommended couple and I have chosen local winery product; JT Select Cabernet Sauvignon & SUMAC Ridge Merlot. Both costed around $17.00-18.00 and tasted like a box wine for a $17-18 bottle. Not a fan. Not a wine expert but do know whats good and whats not. Taste of the wine is not reflected on the store review. Store: simple, clean, friendly, conveniently located establishment. Would go back. read more

Viti Wine and Lager - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

My mom and I wandered in here on our way from brunch to Granville Island. I was looking to pick up a unique craft beer to bring home to my suds loving BF and my mom wanted to find a great wine. The gentleman in this shop was very personable/knowledgeable about both the alcohol selection and the local area. He recommended a few local places to check out that we ended up trying and loving during our stay. I picked up a Fat Tug IPA for bae (which he absolutely LOVED) and my mom found a great red wine for my step dad. Great little shop to check out in VanCity! read more

In from the US, about to board our cruise ship. Wanted to bring a few bottles on board so we found Viti right before heading to port. I can't recall the shop keeper's name, but he was nice and knowledgeable. We told him what we wanted to spend (under $20) and he picked a few for us, which later turned our really enjoyable. I definitely recommend Viti. Just remember to carry your bottles on to the ship and don't pack them in your luggage! :) read more

15 kinds of Rogue Beer? Holy hops man. I didn't even know there were that many flavours made. This is by far my favorite-ist store in all of Vancouver. Mmm Heavenly Beer. Both times I have been here I have had awesome service from their staff. They will give you a history/production/politics lesson on beer whether you want it or not. But trust me, you want it! As Daniel said this afternoon, the best beer in the world right now comes out of the United States. And I agree. They really do put us to shame here in Canada. Better micro brews, better varieties, better selection, better everything. You pay for it though. Some beers are pushing $20 a bottle here. And they are worth every penny. They even cellar beers here on site. They've got Brooklyn, DogFish Head, Moylans, and so many more wicked breweries here too. read more

Ok, so it's a tiny wine store but here's why it rocks: 1) open later than most downtown. 2) one of the few locally owned wine shops that even exist in downtown Van. 3) the Aussie guy working the counter is freaking hilarious!! Thanks Viti for being there for a group of Alberta girls when we really, really, REALLY needed a bottle (or three) of decent wine! Cheers. read more

Big, big fan of these guys. Fantastic selection, wonderful wines. Upside is the fantastic selection of wines and beer, and very knowledgeable staff. Downside is due to them being independent (purchasing power, etc.), sometimes prices are a buck or two higher. Definitely understandable. My first pick in the city for both wine and beer that I've found so far. read more

2012 review (update): I've gone back to Viti's a few times since "the incident" and it seems as if that guy isn't working there anymore. The staff have been very helpful and have made some awesome suggestions, they definitely know their product. Plus, they carry Little Creatures bright ale and Coopers sparkling, so they're alright by me. 2011 review: I've been buying alcohol from Viti for 2 years. Today, my partner was paying at the counter and was asked for ID. I didn't have ID on me and the guy turned both of us away. This same guy saw both of our IDs at 10pm last night, saw our passports and licenses, saw that we are both almost 30 years old. This place is overpriced and they only stock a couple of beer brands in 12 packs. They don't carry cases of beer. We *used to* go here for convenience. We'll walk the extra 5 minutes to Jimmy's Cold Beer and Wine from now on. read more

I needed to find a certain beer I had at a friend's house. I don't drink beer. How unlike me... But this isn't beer... it's nectar. Sweet, wonderful nectar. Anyhoo, I searched and I found out they have it. On the back wall, I see the other flavours of what I want. It's the Lindeman's Framboise that I'm after. I asked the lady working for help. She is wonderful. Not only does she steer me away from the overstock shelf (whoops) to where it is on display, she also lets me know that there are cold ones in the cooler and the other brands I could try. Yay! But they are going in my car and they'll just get warm anyhow. She lets out a noise like I've punched her in the mouth and she tells me, "Don't tell me that!" She seems passionate about the beer. read more

"Alright brain, I don't like you and you don't like me, but let's just do this so I can get back to killing you with beer!" - Homer J. Simpson. Viti's beer selection has to be hands down one of the best in Vancouver! They offer a wide selection of craft beers and hard to find malted beverages that you're simply not going to get anywhere else. You would think that at a place like this the staff would be stuck up and pretentious, but they are anything but. Down to earth, honest, and very knowledgeable about their beer. The staff is always quick to help and never quick to judge. Oh yah, and they have a pretty decent selection of wine also if that floats your boat. read more

Meh. The Sapporo ''freshness'' always been On-Off... Sometimes it's fresh as it should be and sometimes not at all. But I have to say the staffs always being super helpful and friendly. I went there for years but I recently discover that the Steamworks restaurant close to the waterfront sky-train station had a Liquor store!! They got my Japanese booze Saporro and also they always have in the fridge their bad ass Steamworks beer . Well maybe I will see you later Viti Wine and Lager... Only if I am too lazy for taking a walk to the Steamworks Liquor store!! read more

One of the cool aspects of this place is the very unique selection of beer. They've got a penchant for stocking beer that is not available in other places. Especially Belgian beers as well as beers that are typically not available in mainstream liquor stores. So if you are a beer connoisseur, which may be a bit of a oxymoron, this is the place for you. The main negative is that some of the staff are a bit cranky... like they are hung over or something. Once I asked for a recommendation on some wine and got a big lecture instead. Great.. thanks for making me feel like a moron.... on Pinot Noir of all things. read more

A small store, but a great selection! Not just craft beers, but also rare wine gems. You can barely see this place from the street, but once you are in, the atmosphere is great and the staff is friendly and knowledgeable on their products. A friendly staff member helped me to find a tasty Italian wine to pair with my dinner. Prices are good for a downtown store... after all, it's Vancouver! I would definitely go back here again read more

They've certainly got an eclectic collection of beers & wines--surprisingly more than you'd think looking thru the window (it's such a small space); and the staff is quite knowledgeable. But you're gunna pay for it. I mostly come here for the small-store feel and to support a small business, occasionally picking up a bottle of wine from their "bargain" section (near the front window) for somewhere around 7-8$ to use in Sangria. Of the ones I've got, they were okay for the price: a bit less flavour or a bit on the vinegar side but still decent. If I'm going to be drinking the wine by the glass, I'll get a higher-end one from elsewhere (I just can't stomach paying sometimes 10$ more for the same thing). One of the times I came, there was a lady giving out samples of wine. I didn't have the heart to tell her it was disgusting (it had some dumb name like "pink" or "flowers"). read more

I love this place. Great selection if craft beers from North America and Europe. Plus the staff inside are very clued up if you're in the mood for something in specific. Their batches change weekly and they always list new arrivals outside on the board. It's not that cheap though, but we'll blame the BC government for that! read more

The usual BC rape prices you'll get in a privately owned liquor store, but obviously a convenience fee for not having to walk all the way to BC liquor... Plus they have a decent selection of wines you can't find elsewhere... The staff is fairly knowledgeable and can usually help you find something reasonable to ease the pain... read more

Viti has a great wine selection and decent prices, but their staff are really their biggest strength. Viti was a block away from our old spot so we found ourselves in there more than I would like to admit. The staff are knowledgeable on both wines and craft beers, they keep more than enough of their bottles chilled and the prices aren't too bad either. As with any 'Cold Beer & Wine' like stores you have to expect a bit of a price increase versus the regulated BCLC's but it's made up for in location and hours - Viti is open 7 days a week untill 11PM!! read more

Want a good wine & beer selection but too busy (or intimidated) to go to your neighbourhood BC Liquor Store? Check out Viti! It's not your run of the mill beer & wine store. Yes, I am a Yaletowner and yes, the convenience of having Viti down the street is a major plus - but more than that, they have a great selection of wines and beers that are hard to find. Best of all, they sell these beers per piece so you if you want to try & buy you aren't stuck with 6 bottles if you don't like it. I am a Kriek, Lambic, and Radler lover...regular liquor stores only carry one or two but Viti carries several labels and flavours. Their wine selection is great as well, and they often have tasting stations set up on the weekends. While they carry a selection of spirits and hard liquor as well, they don't have too many small/micky sized bottles. Then again, they ARE a WINE and LAGER store so that's no biggie. As others have mentioned - their service is great. Very knowledgeable and friendly staff, and always looking to make a recommendation or suggestion an alternative if your request is not there. Check it out if you're in the area! But don't blink because you might miss it...it's a pretty small place, but packs a big punch. read more

Best beer store in the city - great microbrew selection. Not cheap though. Also, it says this is a wine bar, but it's not - the wine bar is next door (Uva). read more

Great service and open late! In town from Alberta for holidays it's a bit of a shock to see liquor stores close early. Vito is open till 11pm. Fantastic! The selection of wine is unparalleled with anything we have back home. PLUS the cashier was very flirty and terribly cute so that's a bonus to this 30 something woman. read more

Whenever I'm in Vancouver I make a point of visiting Viti. It's a small store that makes the most of its space to offer an excellent selection of beer, wine and spirits. I usually head straight to the fridge to check out the Belgian beers and am never disappointed. I've always found the people behind the counter knowledgeable and friendly, willing to spend some time making recommendations or to ask the customer if *they* can recommend a product to stock. A gem of a place! read more

An excellent store that despite its small size manages to pack in a great range of beers and wines. They are definately a craft beer destination with a good range of BC beers as well as some craft imports. The manager really knows his stuff too and is a real wine lover, so if you want some advice he or the other staff are a good source of information. It's a shame that the store couldn't be a bit bigger though! read more

Been going here for almost 2 years now, a small hole in the wall liquor store with a small selection of wine and beer. Prices are a little more pricey but they're open till 10pm. The owner is a bit of a weirdo, awkward little fellow to talk to so, you probably won't get much help from him if you're looking for something but I find the other staff members often to be very friendly and helpful so a little bit of a hit and miss there. Other than that its an ok place for when you need to find some quick liquor on the go or if its late at night but hey! The beauty of living in this area is if you look on Google maps there's so many other liquor stores within very close proximity as well! I say the more liquor stores the marrier! read more

How did I not know about this place sooner. Viti has an incredible selection of beer from Canada, US and further abroad. They also have cold beer which BC liquor often seems to believe is not necessary. I was so entranced by the beer I didn't even look at the wines or spirits but if beer is your thing, then this is your store, read more

Cute little liquor store. They've primarily got beer and wine, but there is a wall of liquor as well. The staff was really helpful and knowledgeable about their products, helping us find a couple of great local wines. read more

I've been using these folks as my primary liquor store for almost a year, and they are consistently terrific ... my love for them has been permanently sealed, however, as they've started importing beers from one of my favorite local pubs back in California ... try the Moylan's, particularly the Kiltlifter. Their staff is incredibly knowledgeable and enthusiastic about beers, wines, and whiskys. When I hit the wine country, they offered recommendations about where to go. And, the store dogs are lovely. Well worth a visit! read more

Unparalleled staff and selection in a convenient location. I always leave here with an overwhelming sense of delight.

nice, solid place for the ppl who work/live in DT, pretty convenient esp. for those who walk, b/c limited parking on Seymour St. smaller store but helpful staff, almost overkill; on a sat nite, 3 ppl here. Located beside the boutique Moda Hotel so it's nice and safe ;) read more

Friendly/ knowledgable staff. And a wide selection of wine from all countries and regions!

Small shop with a great selection of wines you don't really find at bigger stores. I've been going around town looking for a wine that can replace one that isn't available outside California. The guys that work here are totally know-it-alls when it comes to wine, but in the funny way they're very helpful. I'm happy with my purchase, which they suggested, and will surely come back to try other wines they recommend. read more

Their awesome beer selection makes a perfect winter meal when paired with Oyama sausages, so delicious

Terrific selection of beers here, although Viti is tiny! Easily the best beer store downtown. They also sell wine, but who cares?

Spectacularly unhelpful. Asked them to recommend a dry rosé; the woman pointed at a shelf in the cooler, said, "These would all be considered dry," and walked off. (She also mispronounced "Calliope," but that's as may be.) Should have walked out, instead spent several minutes Googling wines and left with what I hope is a good one. read more

This place always has something new, so you never have to drink the same thing twice. The staff is very knowledgeable and helpful. The best liquor store downtown for sure. Every Thursday they have a wine tasting, and every Friday they have a beer tasting. read more

Don't shop here. I've been a few times out of convenience ; it's the closest to my apartment. I split time between the US and Vancouver and apparently American business is not wanted. I will walk out of my way to avoid supporting this business. read more

Love this liquor store, they carry a huge variety of beer and wine and their staff is friendly and knowledgable. They let me bring my dogs inside as well while i chose some beer for a dinner with some friends. The guy behind the register was very helpful with finding a good belgian beer to go with some steamed mussels and at the end they gave my dogs some treats. Will be shopping here for beer when i am in town. read more