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What time can you buy liquor in Washington?

6 a.m. to 2 a.m.The outer limit set by Washington law. A city or county may require earlier closing, so the hours where you are can be shorter than this, never longer.

Grocery and convenience

Legal hours to buy liquor in Washington at a grocery or convenience store, by day of week
DayLatest legal sale hours
Every day
  • 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. (next morning)
These are the outer limits set by state law. A city or county may require earlier closing, so the hours where you are can be shorter than the hours shown, never longer.

Package store

Legal hours to buy liquor in Washington at a package store, by day of week
DayLatest legal sale hours
Every day
  • 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. (next morning)
These are the outer limits set by state law. A city or county may require earlier closing, so the hours where you are can be shorter than the hours shown, never longer.

Bar or restaurant

Legal hours to buy liquor in Washington at a bar or restaurant, by day of week
DayLatest legal sale hours
Every day
  • 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. (next morning)
These are the outer limits set by state law. A city or county may require earlier closing, so the hours where you are can be shorter than the hours shown, never longer.

Common questions

What time can you buy liquor in Washington?
6 a.m. to 2 a.m. at the outside. That is the limit state law sets, and a city or county may require earlier closing, so check locally if you are close to the edge.
What time do they start selling liquor in Washington?
6 a.m. That is the earliest any outlet may sell, and some open later by choice.
What time on Sunday can you buy liquor in Washington?
6 a.m. to 2 a.m. on Sunday, the same window at every outlet.
Can you buy liquor before noon on Sunday in Washington?
Yes. Sunday liquor sales may begin at 6 a.m. in Washington, which is before noon.

Sources

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