Bar Closing Times in Erie County, NY

Erie County (Buffalo) follows New York State Liquor Authority hours. For on-premises consumption (bars, restaurants):

• Monday–Thursday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 AM
• Friday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 AM (until 5:00 AM before certain holidays)
• Saturday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 AM
• Sunday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM

Off-premises (liquor stores, groceries): Mon–Sat 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday closed (some wine in groceries allowed 12 PM–9 PM under recent law).

Individual establishments may close earlier. Always verify with the venue or NYSLA for updates.