DORA | Downtown Warsaw

The Downtown Warsaw Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) allows visitors to purchase alcoholic beverages from participating establishments and enjoy them within approved outdoor areas of downtown. The program helps create a lively and welcoming environment where residents and visitors can explore events, restaurants, shops, and public spaces while enjoying a drink responsibly.

This initiative supports local businesses while encouraging people to spend more time experiencing downtown Warsaw.

Know Where You Can Carry Drinks

Use the DORA map to see the boundaries of the designated area and identify participating establishments where approved DORA beverages can be purchased.

How It Works

Simple Guidelines For Enjoying DORA

The Downtown Warsaw DORA program is easy to enjoy when following a few simple rules designed to keep the experience safe and respectful for everyone.

Use The Official Cup

All alcoholic beverages must be served in an official Downtown Warsaw DORA cup purchased from a participating business.

Stay With The Establishment

Drinks purchased at one business may not be taken into another bar, restaurant, or onto their outdoor patio areas.

Be Respectful

Please respect other visitors, local businesses, and public spaces while enjoying the DORA area.

Dispose Of Cups Properly

Recycle or throw away cups after use and help keep downtown clean by avoiding litter.

Know The Boundaries

Alcoholic beverages must remain within the designated DORA area. Refer to the map on this page to stay within the approved boundaries.

Follow Business Hours

The Downtown Warsaw DORA operates during the normal business hours of restaurants and establishments located within the DORA district.

Sip And Enjoy Responsibly

Approved Drink Sizes

Open containers within the Downtown Warsaw DORA must follow the following size limits:

Beer or flavored malt beverages up to 16 ounces
Wine, cider, hard seltzer, or canned cocktails up to 12 ounces
Mixed drinks up to 10 ounces, containing no more than 2 ounces of liquor

These guidelines help ensure the program remains safe, responsible, and enjoyable for everyone visiting downtown.