Tag Archives: New York State Liquor Authority

What’s Enough Food in NY for Cocktails-to-Go

Posted on April 13, 2022 by Joel Whitaker

“Sandwiches, soups, or other foods whether fresh, processed, pre-cooked, or frozen. And the other foods are foods that are similar in quality or substance to sandwiches and soups,” says Gary Meyerhoff, general counsel, New York State Liquor Authority. A bag … Continue reading →

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NY State Liquor Authority Ends To-Go and Delivery of Bev/al

Posted on June 23, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Thursday (6/24) was the last day for to-go and delivery in New York State, the New York State Liquor Authority announced. A recent poll by the New York Restaurant Association showed that 78% of New Yorkers favor permanently allowing alcoholic … Continue reading →

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NYSLA: Total Wine Gift Cards Violate NY Law

Posted on December 8, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Total Wine & More‘s Westbury, N.Y., store violated New York law when it accepted gift cards sold in Florida, the New York State Liquor Authority said as it imposed a $22,500 fine on the retail giant. The issue was simple:  … Continue reading →

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NYC Bars Violated Covid-19 Restrictions, Lose Licenses

Posted on June 2, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) summarily suspended the liquor licenses of two Queens restaurants, Don Kew Inc, doing business as “The Hangar Bar & Grill” at 11911-11913 Metropolitan Avenue and Makers Bar & Grill Inc, doing business “Hangar Astoria … Continue reading →

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New York Gov, Legislators Agree to Expand Sunday Alcohol Sales

Posted on June 16, 2016 by Joel Whitaker

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and state legislative leaders agreed to allow alcohol to be sold earlier on Sundays, broaden retail sales by producers and reduce fees for wineries, distilleries, breweries and cideries statewide. “We’ve worked hard to cut red … Continue reading →

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