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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.