DESIGNATED OUTDOOR REFRESHMENT AREA

(DORA)

DESIGNATED OUTDOOR REFRESHMENT AREA

(DORA)

Guests are able to purchase takeout food and alcoholic beverages to be enjoyed on property in the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA). With this service, Patriot Place is the first retail and entertainment center in Massachusetts to feature a DORA zone.

This service allows guests to purchase takeout food and alcohol from licensed Patriot Place restaurants, hotel and entertainment venues that they can enjoy in the North Marketplace while watching a performance on the Dean College Stage at Patriot Place, taking in the ambiance of Patriot Place, dining outside with family and friends and more. The DORA zone is located throughout Patriot Place North Marketplace, extending from the Grand Staircase to the Renaissance Boston Patriot Place Hotel and Hilton Garden Inn. The service will operate daily from 12:00 PM through 9:30 PM.

Patriot Place DORA Map

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Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q.)

What is DORA?

DORA is an acronym for Designated Outdoor Refreshment Areas, where guests are able to purchase takeout food and alcoholic beverages to be enjoyed at Patriot Place.

(No relation to the famous explorer)

Where are the DORA Zones?

The DORA zone is located throughout Patriot Place North Marketplace, extending from the Grand Staircase by Red Robin and CBS Sporting Club to the Renaissance Boston Patriot Place Hotel and Hilton Garden Inn.

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When are the DORA zones open?

The new service operates daily from 12:00 PM through 9:30 PM.

Where can I order food and drinks for the DORA zones?

All restaurants and licensed Patriot Place venues can sell food and beverages to be consumed in either DORA zone. Below is a comprehensive list of Patriot Place food and beverage takeout options.

What is allowed in the DORA zone?

Under guidelines from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, takeout beverages will need to be in a sealed container (either a can, bottle or cup with a cover) and purchased with a food item. These new DORA zones are permitted under current Massachusetts guidelines that were recently extended through May 1, 2022. While consumption of these takeout items is designated in these two locations, all restaurants and licensed Patriot Place venues can sell food and beverages to be consumed in either DORA zone.

Can I drink an alcoholic beverage in the DORA zone?

Yes, if it has been purchased from a Patriot Place restaurant or licensed venue in a sealed container (either a can, bottle or cup with a cover) with a food item.

Can I bring my own food and alcohol to the DORA zone?

Outside food and alcohol are prohibited. All restaurants and licensed Patriot Place venues can sell food and beverages to be consumed in either DORA zone. Under guidelines from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, takeout beverages will need to be in a sealed container (either a can, bottle or cup with a cover) and purchased with a food item.

Can I order a cocktail to-go and sit on the restaurant patio?

Alcoholic beverages purchased for takeout cannot be consumed on the licensed venue’s premises and must be consumed in the DORA zones. All licensed venues will be required to post the Patriot Place DORA regulations at point of purchase and Patriot Place security and signage will be in place to ensure guests follow these guidelines. Takeout beverages will need to be in a sealed container and purchased with a food item.

TAKEOUT OPTIONS