DORA (Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area)

DOCUMENTS RELATING TO DORA

What Establishments are participating?

  • Uptown Grill
  • Hilltop Tavern
  • Blue Macaroon Theater Company
  • American Legion (Members Only)

What is a DORA?

In the State of Ohio, a DORA allows visitors aged 21 and older to consume alcoholic beverages outdoors and in participating businesses within the area’s boundaries, during designated hours, and according to DORA rules. 

DORA Hours:

Doylestown’s DORA operates from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.

DORA Rules:

  • Patrons must be age 21 or over to purchase or consume alcohol.
  • DORA beverages must be purchased at participating liquor establishments; you cannot bring your own drink.
  • DORA drinks must be discarded before you enter another bar or restaurant that serves alcohol.
  • You may enjoy your beverage outdoors.
  • DORA drinks are allowed only within the DORA boundaries. Exit signage is placed at the boundaries of the DORA, and DORA beverages are not permitted outside of these exit points.
  • Safety and nuisance laws are still enforced! Enjoy the DORA responsibly, be respectful of residents and businesses, and never drink and drive.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Can I bring my own drink into the DORA?

A: No. Patrons cannot bring their own alcoholic drink into the DORA. You can purchase your favorite drink in a marked DORA container from a participating establishment.

Q: Can I take my DORA beverage from one liquor establishment into another?

A: No. You cannot take a DORA drink back into the liquor establishment where you purchased it after exiting or into another liquor establishment.

Q: Can I take my DORA beverage into my favorite shop?

A: No, you must drink your beverage outdoors.

Q: How will the DORA be enforced?

A: Doylestown police monitor the DORA area during routine patrols.

 

All liquor regulations apply to establishments and patrons within the DORA, including overserving and drunk driving laws. Please drink responsibly.