My walk down memory lane, or should I say, the aisles of Gateway Liquor. I used to frequent this shop when I was young, buying candy, Arizona Iced Tea, chips and other snacks. When I was a teen, I hung out here getting into no good. I stopped in on my way to an old friend's house and my childhood memories came back. Only this time, I could purchase my own alcoholic beverages. They have a great selection of craft beers, hard seltzers, wine and liquor. Plenty of sodas, juices, healthy drinks and energy drinks too. read more

Gateway Liquor - Lots of craft beer - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Mission Viejo, California

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During the holidays my husband stopped by Gateway Liquor Store hoping to find hot tea bags for me. When he asked, the man working there said they didn't carry tea. My husband casually mentioned he was trying to find some for his sick wife, me. Without hesitation, the man said, "Wait a minute," ran to the back office, and gave my husband several tea bags and, "These are from my personal stash, please take them." It may seem like a small gesture, but in that moment it meant everything. That kind of kindness, generosity, and genuine care for another human being is rare these days, and it truly touched my heart. Because of this extraordinary act, we will never shop anywhere else. Gateway isn't just a liquor store, a place run by people who truly care. I felt compelled to share this with the community Gateway is a family-owned business, and moments like this are exactly why our local community should get behind small businesses like theirs. With rising costs of goods, rent, and operating expenses, family-run stores aren't popping up everywhere anymore and when you find one run by people with this level of compassion and integrity, they deserve our support. Thank you, Gateway, for going above and beyond when it mattered most. read more

Excellent stock of beer, wines, and liquors. Staff is always respecful. Prices are pretty comparable to Ralph's or any other grocery store.

Bob is the sweetest man in the world. For me, life's all about the small consistent encounters..& thats what Bob is for me..he may not be a best friend of mine but he certainly makes my day most days. Thanks bob for being such a kind soul! read more

What can I say... BOB, you are the GREATEST and everyone I know that shops at Gateway Liquor feels the same way!

This is a typical liquor place. They have an excellent selection of beers and liquors. They also have a variety of cigarettes for sale. I would avoid the market items, like most liquor places, they are overpriced. They also have a large selection of magazines. I have bought some snack items here in the past, but I miss the fountain drink machine they used to have, it was a good deal. Mostly, this is my location for buying lotto tickets. The staff is friendly and I am always greeted by someone when I come in. read more

Gateway Liquor has been my go to for Alcohol and many other necessities. Craft beers are sold here and they have a huge variety! They sell almost all other beers too! I love this place. Very clean too. Managers and Staff are super friendly. Great customer service read more

Honestly what really makes this place is the people that are running it. Genuinely nice friendly people - you don't see that much around here. Good selection and very reasonable prices also. If you're looking for drinks or smokes this place beats all the ones around it. The people alone make this place worth choosing. read more

Bob your the best I've been coming here for over 5 years now love them best to come for all necessities and late nights snacks and of course lowest prices for elf bar 100% percent authentic original not fakes like many smoke shops around here trust me! There the best amazing people read more

!!! DO NOT COME HERE !!! Came there to get some alcohol, somthing simple. I see they have a big collection of vapes in the back so I decided to get one. Not only are they fake but they havent restocked them in YEARS. Not only did my vape die as soon as i walked out the door, i come back to get an exchange and the two chicks working there literally remembered me and said nah sorry cant do that they kept going back and forth in there language thinking i wouldent understand when i know they were saying something like he cant do anything about it dont give it to him. Not only that they're store is being run all over by rats if you look closely at the tops its dirty as hełł your better off literally going down street to mission liquor. I went to get my vape from clean smoke and not only did they exchange it TWICE but the vape died the day off as well and the dude remembered me next day and offered a much better vape thatll last. So yea dont come here they're running a literal scam here too read more

Their liquor selection is good, but their beer selection is second to none. I walked into Gateway for a couple of things because it was convenient (a few doors down from my dry cleaner), and was blown away by the number of micro and local brews available. They give BevMo a run for their money! The staff is very friendly. I'm very happy to support this local business! read more

My boyfriend is in tears. We're visiting from out of town and were driving around the OC late at night, and wanted to see if there were any liquor stores open that have a large supply of craft beers. He's a beer nerd and is always, and I mean ALWAYS, on the hunt for rare craft beers. We strolled in at 9PM, with really no hopes for the place. It's pretty unassuming looking, and didn't have much buzz on yelp yet. But HOLY COW! He found Goose Island's Bourbon County, and beer from the Alchemist, and a 2017 vintage Smog City. Truthfully, I don't really know what any of this means but he was geeking out. The icing on top was the amazing manager (/employee) on duty. He was SO friendly. He saw us taking our time perusing the collection and let us browse to our heart's content and directed us to more craft beer in the store. I asked if they sold beer glasses and he said unfortunately no, but as we were checking out, he said he packed in some free whiskey glasses and also a Belvedere vodka chiller. SO friendly and nice, and genuinely wanted us to have a pleasant experience. Please come here and give this amazing place some business!! read more

Just go to the store. Buy the best beer. Nuf said But apparently not because yelp doesn't think it is long enough for review. Yelp ask about if they have veggie options. At a liquor store. Lol. Plastic straws?? read more

What can you say it is a liquor store. The hours they are open seem to stay in keep with the area. In other words, it's Mission Viejo, so they are not open as late (just like other businesses). They have a very good selection of beer and alcohol. They have other items, but they are pricier than a market. They do not take American Express, they should, get with the program. read more

Love this little gem. They have a good selection of beer and Helen makes my day every time I see her.

Great selection on Craft beer! Everything from Stone, ballast point, dogfish head and even Bootleggers! They've really stepped it up and as far as the beers are concerned they have one of the best selections in the area. I don't drink hard alcohol but im sure they've got all that stuff too. Say hi to Bob or Kathy when you're in there and tell them if there is something you want them to bring in... they will, they always do for me! :) read more

Best liquor store to go to in Mission Viejo. The owners are very nice people i've been going there for years

Favorite liquor store around. My wife, her family, and myself have been going here for years. Everyone knows us when any of us walk in. Very friendly. They keep everything very well stocked and prices are very reasonable. Huge variety of cigarettes if your a smoker, many craft beers to choice from, all kinds of wines and spirits, and any quick snacks you need. I highly recommend this place! Always feels good to support a small business especially when they deserve it! read more

Owners are very friendly. They have a great micro/local brewery selection. Very convenient location.

It's a liquor store yes, they carry lot's of beer, wine, and spirits. Sure you could probably get some items cheaper else where, but the extended hours are convenient and the people that work there are very nice! read more

Great destination store! Always have what you need. Great selection on liquor and beer. Everyone that works there are wonderful people. Always super nice to everyone. I will pass up many places along the way to spend my money here. read more