BYOB Laws State by State
The Beer Lodge · Reference Guide
BYOB Laws, State by State
Bringing your own bottle to a restaurant, event, or friend's backyard? Alcohol law in the U.S. is set state by state — and often overridden again at the county and city level. Use the map or search below to find your state.
Not legal advice. This page summarizes general state-level patterns for informational purposes only. Alcohol law changes frequently and is very often further restricted by county, city, or venue-specific rules that aren't reflected here. Before you BYOB, always confirm directly with the venue and your local Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) office, city clerk, or county government.
Find Your State
Tap a state on the map, or use the search box — easier on mobile for the smaller states.
Widely permitted Varies by county / city Largely prohibited
Even “widely permitted” states can have dry counties or towns that override the state default — always double-check locally.
State-by-State Summaries
Listed alphabetically. Local and county rules can change this — verify before you pour.
