New York Makes Restaurant To-Go Drinks Permanent

The Empire State has reintroduced the allowance for to-go drinks for the next three years. This decision resolves a conflict between bars, restaurants, and liquor stores that arose during the pandemic when to-go drinks were temporarily permitted. The new regulation requires that any alcohol sold must be accompanied by a substantial food order and prohibits the sale of full-size bottles of wine or liquor by restaurants and bars, protecting liquor store businesses.

What is the duration for which the Empire State has allowed the return of to-go drinks?

• Indefinitely

• Three years

• Two years

• One year

What was the main reason for allowing to-go drinks during the pandemic?

• To prevent the spread of COVID-19 by avoiding indoor gatherings

• To support liquor stores

• To encourage outdoor dining

• To increase restaurant profits

When was the permission for to-go drinks lifted as businesses returned to normal?

• Last September

• Last December

• Last June

• Last March

According to the new budget, what must accompany any alcohol sold?

• A drink order

• A substantial food order

• A side dish

• A dessert order

Why are restaurants and bars not allowed to sell full-size bottles of wine or liquor?

• To protect the business of existing liquor stores

• To reduce alcohol consumption

• To encourage dining in

• To comply with federal regulations