New York state autorities have given the Brooklyn Nets an alcohol license to stay open until 1 a.m. in the morning. This ruling only applies to the premium areas at the new Barclays Center.
Via Aaron Edwards | NY Times:
The State Liquor Authority on Wednesday ruled to allow the center to sell alcohol at its premium bars for an hour after events finish, or a cutoff of 1 a.m. The center, which has several exclusive establishments and features — including the 40/40 Club, which is owned by Jay-Z, and an Armand de Brignac Champagne Bar — had been seeking permission to serve alcohol until as late as 2 a.m. During games, alcohol will be cut off in the arena after the third quarter. The liquor board’s ruling came amid strong opposition from residents, who argued that serving drinks after events would keep a steady flow of noisy and drunken fans emptying into the surrounding neighborhoods — jeopardizing safety and serenity.
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