Alcohol delivery in Ontario: every option compared (2026)

Updated July 2026 · 4 min read

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Ontario went from one of Canada's most restrictive alcohol-delivery markets to its most open. Since the LCBO opened its catalogue to third-party apps and grocery/convenience alcohol expanded in 2024–25, Ontarians have four distinct ways to get beer, wine, and spirits delivered, each with a different trade-off between speed, price, and selection.

1. DoorDash × LCBO: fastest full-catalogue option

DoorDash delivers directly from LCBO stores, which means the selection is the actual LCBO shelf near you, delivered in about an hour. Delivery fees run $3–8 depending on distance and demand, with no order minimum. ID is checked at the door. Best for: tonight's dinner party emergency. Order on DoorDash →

2. Instacart: best if you're already grocery shopping

Instacart adds alcohol from LCBO and participating grocers to a regular grocery order, delivered within about two hours. Fees start at $5.99 (waived aspects with Instacart+). The alcohol selection is narrower than DoorDash's LCBO integration, but bundling with groceries makes the delivery fee effectively free. Order on Instacart →

3. LCBO.com shipping: biggest catalogue, lowest cost

The LCBO's own site lists 30,000+ products, far more than any store carries, with home shipping at a $12 flat rate (free over $150) in 3–5 business days, or free pickup at any store. Best for: stocking up, special-occasion bottles, anything a local store doesn't shelve.

4. Dial a Bottle and local couriers: the late-night lane

Independent licensed couriers like Dial a Bottle operate in Toronto, Ottawa, and most mid-size cities, often later into the evening than the apps. Pricing varies by city and order, so check your local operator.

The bottom line

Need it within the hour: DoorDash. Adding bottles to groceries: Instacart. Planning ahead or buying anything unusual: LCBO.com shipping wins on both price and selection. After midnight: Dial a Bottle.

All services check government ID at the door. Must be 19+ in Ontario. Please enjoy responsibly.