Westerville is expanding hours and boundaries for the Uptown Westerville DORA, or Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area, beginning May 16.
A DORA is essentially a limited exception to open container laws allowing licensed liquor establishments within a designated area to sell alcohol in marked cups to adults (ages 21 or older). Adults are then permitted to take those cups outside the establishment, within the designated zone, during a set time.
New Hours
- Monday-Friday: 4-10 p.m.
- Saturday, Sunday: 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Participating Liquor Establishments
Establishments with liquor licenses may choose to sell DORA beverages. Look for signage or window clings indicating if a restaurant is participating. Find a list of establishments.
Beverages purchased from a DORA-participating establishment may be taken inside a store or boutique if that merchant permits it. Look for "DORA Welcome" stickers.
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