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Virtual ABRA Trainings

Join ABRA's free virtual trainings for information on what is permissible in the District. Learn more.

ABRA Office Closures

ABRA’s office will be closed on April 16 in observance of D.C. Emancipation Day. Additional office closures detailed online.

Carry-Out and Delivery from a Pop-Up Location

Allows licensees to sell alcohol for carry-out, delivery, and indoor on-premises consumption from up to two (2) additional locations other than their licensed premises.

ABRA Quarterly Report

ABC licensed restaurants and hotels are required to submit January - March (Q1) quarterly statements to ABRA by April 30, 2021.

Phase Two Modifications

Alcohol establishments may resume indoor dining with a capacity limited to 25 percent of the lowest number included on their Certificate of Occupancy.

Relief Programs

Licensees can participate in programs aimed to help businesses stay open and serve customers safely.

Submit a Complaint

Complaints about ABC-licensed establishments may be submitted by phone and email, and online 24/7.

Featured Services

ABC Board Weekly Schedule

Check out the ABC Board's upcoming hearing schedule.

Apply for ABC License

Apply for an endorsement, permit or license, or make changes to a license.

Quarterly Statements for Hotels and Restaurants

Quarterly statement requirements for ABC licensed hotels and restaurants.

ABC Manager Licenses

Complete an application for an ABC manager license.

File a Complaint with ABRA

Use the form or call to submit a complaint about violations at licensed establishments.

Learn About ABC Laws and Regulations

Review complete District ABC laws and regulations.

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Media Inquiries

Submit a media inquiry here.

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Upcoming Events

Apr 21 2021 (All day)

ABC Board's Weekly Calendar

Apr 23 2021 - 10:30

Training: Common Violations and How to Avoid Them

Apr 26 2021 (All day)

Roll Call Hearings Schedule

Latest

Jan 21 2021

Indoor Dining May Resume January 22 at 5:00 a.m.

Effective Friday, January 22 at 5 am, alcohol establishments may resume indoor dining with capacity...

Nov 19 2020

ABRA Named Innovative Alcohol Law Enforcement Program on the Year

Yesterday, the National Liquor Law Enforcement Association (NLLEA) named the District of Columbia’s...

Oct 21 2020

Medical Cannabis Reciprocity Expanded by Five States

Today, the Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Board announced the extension of reciprocity to medical...

Oct 1 2020

ABC Board expands medical cannabis delivery service, reduces wait time for employees to start working

Today, the Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Board, in their first action as the new administrators...

Jul 28 2020

ABC Board Members Short and Wahabzadah Reappointed to Four-Year Terms

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) – Today, the DC Council unanimously voted to reappoint James Short Jr. and...

Feb 4 2021

ABRA's Last Call NewsletterJanuary/February 2021

Check out the January/February 2021 edition of Last Call. In this issue: Phase Two...

Dec 3 2020

ABRA's Last Call Newsletter November/December 2020

Check out the November/December 2020 edition of Last Call. In this issue: ...

Oct 14 2020

ABRA's Last Call Newsletter September/October 2020

Check out the September/October 2020 edition of Last Call. In this issue: FY21...

Aug 5 2020

ABRA's Last Call Newsletter July/August 2020

Check out the July/August 2020 edition of Last Call. In this issue: Modifications...

Mar 12 2020

ABRA's Last Call Newsletter March/April 2020

Check out the March/April 2020 edition of Last Call. In this issue: CoronaVirus (...

Sep 12 2018

ABC Board Decision on June 20, 2018 Complaint Against Trump International Hotel

Statement from Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Chairperson Donovan Anderson:

Mar 29 2016

ABC Board to Announce Decision on Georgetown Moratorium Zone March 30

WHAT/WHO: The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board (Board) will announce its decision tomorrow...

Jul 7 2014

ABC Board to Issue Decision on Adams Morgan Moratorium Zone Wednesday, July 9

WHAT/WHO: The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board (Board) will decide whether to extend, modify or not...

May 5 2014

ABC Board to Hear Public Input May 7 on Adams Morgan Moratorium Proposals

WHAT/WHO: The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board (Board) will hold a hearing on Wednesday, May 7 to...

Nov 18 2013

ABC Board to Decide Future of East Dupont Circle Moratorium Nov. 20

What/Who: The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board (Board) will decide the future of the East Dupont...

Nov 3 2019

Clocks Fall Back November 3, 2019

Restaurants, taverns, hotels, and other on-premises establishments will have an extra hour to...

Nov 1 2017

Extended Holiday Hours Program Update

The Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration (ABRA) is informing licensees of eligible holidays...

Oct 13 2017

New Food Service Product Regulations

Businesses that serve food or beverages in the District could face fines next year if certain...

Aug 25 2017

Annual Payments Due for Nightclubs and Taverns October 2, 2017

Tavern and nightclub licensees that pay for licenses on an annual basis are due to make payments by...

Aug 25 2017

License Renewals Due for Class B Wholesalers and Retailers October 2, 2017

All class B licensed retailers and wholesalers in the District are due to renew alcoholic beverage...

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Phone: (202) 442-4423
Fax: (202) 442-9563
TTY: (746) 777-7776
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