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Wine And Beer Shop Sector 18 Noida: Store List & Timings

Tanisha Agarwal

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February 02, 2026

Wine And Beer Shop Sector 18 Noida: Store List & Timings

Noida Sector 18 is the definitive commercial hub of Gautam Buddh Nagar, offering a sophisticated mix of premium mall-based boutiques and accessible market vends. Following the Uttar Pradesh Excise Policy 2025–26, the sector has transitioned to a Composite Shop model, allowing consumers to purchase beer, wine, and spirits in a single location. Whether you are seeking rare single malts at the DLF Mall of India or chilled local brews near the Sector 18 Metro, this guide provides the most current store locations, legal timings, and essential regulations for a seamless shopping experience.

Updated Store Landscape: The "Composite" Era

As of April 2025, separate beer shops and foreign liquor shops in Noida are being merged into Composite Shops. This allows you to purchase beer, wine, and spirits (IMFL/Imported) under one roof.

The Liquor Store (DLF Mall of India)

This remains the premier destination for high-end spirits in Noida.

  • Location: Lower Ground Floor (LG), Mall of India.
  • Vibe: Premium walk-in experience with temperature-controlled wine sections.
  • Status: Operates as a "Model Shop" variant, allowing for a more diverse inventory of premium global brands.

Sector 18 Market "Composite" Vends

In the main Sector 18 market blocks (near the Metro and Bikanervala), the traditional separate vends have largely transitioned to the composite format.

  • Key Spots: Look for the updated signage near Block K and the Atta Market perimeter. These shops now stock a wider in Mumbai of chilled beers alongside spirits.
  • G-Town Wines (L-1 Style): While their massive warehouses are in Sector 135/132, they maintain a strong presence near Sector 18 through premium retail partnerships that offer better prices on bulk purchases.

Royal Challenge Wine Shop

  • Location: Conveniently located near the Wave Silver Tower area.
  • Update: Known for quick, over-the-counter service for commuters entering or leaving the sector via the main road.

Store Timings & Legal Age

Noida authorities strictly enforce timings via the centralized Excise monitoring system.

Detail

Official Rule (2025-26 Policy)

Opening Time

10:00 AM

Closing Time

10:00 PM

Legal Drinking Age

21 Years (Strictly enforced in vends and bars)

Wine And Beer Shop Sector 18 Noida: Store List & Timings

Pro-Tip: While some mall-based stores may be accessible as long as the mall is open, they are legally barred from generating a liquor invoice after 10:00 PM.

Upcoming Dry Days: Feb – March 2026

Shops in Sector 18 will be closed on the following dates as per the UP Excise Department schedule:

  • February 15 (Sunday): Maha Shivratri
  • March 4 (Wednesday): Holi
  • March 20/21 (Friday/Saturday): Eid-ul-Fitr (Dates may vary based on moon sighting)
  • March 26 (Thursday): Ram Navami
  • March 31 (Tuesday): Mahavir Jayanti

Vital Legal Compliance For 2026

  • The "100-Square-Foot" Rule: Under the new policy, some beer-focused vends have been granted licenses to allow consumption in a designated 100-sq-ft area nearby for a fee, though this is rare in the high-density Sector 18 market.
  • Public Consumption: Drinking in cars or on the sidewalks of Sector 18 remains a primary target for Noida Police. Fines are steep, and repeat offenders face arrest.
  • Inter-State Warning: Do not bring liquor from Delhi (even if it's cheaper) into Noida. With the 2026 enforcement measures, checking at the DND and Chilla borders is frequent. Possession of Delhi-marked bottles in UP is a non-bailable offense if exceeding the 1-bottle limit.

Summing Up

Sector 18 remains the most convenient spot in Noida for a wide selection, especially with the new Composite Shop model making it a "one-stop shop" for both beer and wine. For the best selection of international labels, head to the DLF Mall of India; for quick market-rate pickups, the Block K vends are your best bet.

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