A bill being pushed by Chelsea Assembly member Tony Simone would relax state liquor authority regulations to permit patrons of bars and restaurants to drink outdoors in the city within special “entertainment zones.” Currently all alcohol sold must be consumer on premises. ( Photo: FIFA) World Cup Soccer Fans Await Outdoor Drinking Bill Decision Soccer super fans could find themselves sipping and strolling in the streets of New York in specially designated entertainment... News 30 Mar 2026 | 03:30