To go cocktails

New state law requires the order of a “substantial food order” with any to-go cocktails.

Lawmakers have signaled they’re open to a multi-year extension of to-go drinks at restaurants.

The battle over to-go beverages has pitted the restaurant industry against the liquor store industry, which has a history of influence in Albany.

The governor said making to-go cocktails legal would help boost the fortunes of struggling bars and restaurants.

The Mayor supports bringing back the popular cocktails-to-go program, but it's not that easy to bring it back at this point. Here's what needs to happen.