Buying Beer At Heb On Sundays: What Time?

Texas has strict laws regarding the sale of alcohol. Grocery and convenience stores in the state can sell beer and wine between 7 a.m. and midnight from Monday to Friday, and from 7 a.m. on Saturday until 1 a.m. on Sunday. On Sundays, beer and wine sales can begin at 10 a.m. and continue until midnight. H-E-B, a grocery store chain in Texas, stocks its shelves with a variety of domestic and imported beers, including Texas craft beers and seasonal selections. However, it is important to note that H-E-B does not sell liquor in Texas, as only state-licensed liquor stores, bars, and restaurants are permitted to do so.

Texas alcohol laws

Age Requirements:

• To legally consume alcohol in Texas, you must be at least 21 years old.
• Texas is one of ten states that allow consumption by minors in the presence of supervising family members. Minors aged 15-17 can drink alcohol if their adult parent, guardian, or spouse is visibly present.
• It is illegal to provide alcohol to a non-family member under the age of 17, even with permission from their parent.
• Employees working in establishments that serve alcohol must be at least 18 years old and certified by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC).

Purchase and Consumption Times:

• Grocery and convenience stores can sell beer and wine from 7 am to midnight, Monday to Friday, and 7 am to 1 am on Saturdays.
• On Sundays, the sale of beer and wine in these stores is allowed from 10 am to midnight.
• Liquor stores are closed on Sundays and can only sell alcohol from 10 am to 9 pm, Monday to Saturday.
• They are also closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. If these holidays fall on a Sunday, they remain closed on Monday.
• Wineries can serve alcohol from 8 am to midnight, Monday to Saturday, and 10 am to midnight on Sundays.
• Bars and restaurants can serve alcohol from 7 am to midnight, Monday to Friday, and 7 am to 1 am on Sundays.
• On Sundays, they can serve alcohol from 10 am if it is accompanied by food. Otherwise, service starts at noon.
• Establishments with a ""late hours" permit can serve alcohol until 2 am any night of the week.
• Hotel bars can serve alcohol to registered guests at any time.

Other Restrictions:

• Liquor can only be purchased from specific liquor stores. Grocery stores, drug stores, and convenience stores only sell beer and wine.
• Alcohol cannot be consumed outside of licensed establishments, such as on the street.
• All containers of alcoholic beverages in a vehicle must be sealed and stored in the trunk or behind the last row of seats.
• It is illegal to bring your own alcoholic beverages into a bar or restaurant with a Mixed Beverage Permit or Private Club Registration Permit.

Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) Limits:

• A blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08% or higher is considered intoxicated in Texas.
• Drivers under the age of 17 can be charged with DUI for any detectable BAC level.
• Drivers under 21 must not test positive for any BAC level.

Please note that some counties and municipalities in Texas have additional alcohol regulations on top of these state laws.

Texas liquor laws

Grocery and Convenience Stores:

• Beer and wine sales are permitted from 7 am to midnight, Monday through Friday, and 7 am to 1 am on Saturdays.
• On Sundays, beer and wine sales are now allowed starting at 10 am until midnight. This change in the law was implemented in 2021, moving the start time from noon to 10 am.
• Grocery and convenience stores do not sell liquor.

Liquor Stores:

• Liquor stores are only permitted to operate from 10 am to 9 pm, Monday through Saturday. They are closed on Sundays and some holidays.
• Liquor sales are not allowed on Sundays.

On-Premises Consumption (Bars, Restaurants, etc.):

• Alcohol can be served from 7 am to midnight, Monday through Friday, and 7 am to 1 am on Saturday mornings.
• On Sundays, alcohol service is allowed from noon to midnight. However, if food is served, alcohol service can begin at 10 am.
• Certain bars and restaurants with a "late hours" permit can serve alcohol until 2 am any day of the week.
• Hotel bars can serve registered guests at any time of day.

Additional Notes:

• Wineries can serve alcohol from 8 am to midnight, Monday through Saturday, and 10 am to midnight on Sundays.
• Alcohol consumption outside of licensed establishments (e.g., on the street) is prohibited.
• Texas has complex and evolving liquor laws due to historical factors, multiple levels of regulation, and the involvement of large, complex industries.

Texas grocery and convenience stores' alcohol sales times

Texas has strict laws regarding the sale of alcohol, and these vary depending on the type of alcohol, the type of store, and the day of the week.

Grocery and Convenience Stores

Grocery and convenience stores in Texas can sell beer and wine between 7 a.m. and midnight from Monday to Friday. On Saturdays, sales begin at 7 a.m. and continue until 1 a.m. on Sunday morning. On Sundays, sales now start at 10 a.m. and continue until midnight.

Liquor Stores

Liquor stores in Texas are not permitted to operate on Sundays, or on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. If Christmas or New Year's Day falls on a Sunday, the stores must remain closed on the following Monday. On other days, liquor stores can operate from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Wineries

Wineries can serve alcohol from 8 a.m. to midnight from Monday to Saturday, and from 10 a.m. to midnight on Sundays.

On-Premise License or Permit (e.g. bar or restaurant)

On-premise license or permit holders can serve alcohol during the following hours:

• Monday to Friday: 7 a.m. to midnight
• Saturday: 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. (Sunday morning)
• Sunday: Noon to midnight (10 a.m. to noon only with the service of food)

Off-Premise Beer/Wine License or Permit (e.g. convenience store or grocery store)

Off-premise beer/wine license or permit holders can sell alcohol during the following hours:

• Monday to Friday: 7 a.m. to midnight
• Saturday: 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. (Sunday morning)
• Sunday: 10 a.m. to midnight

Liquor Store (also known as package store)

Liquor stores can sell alcohol during the following hours:

• Monday to Saturday: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Sunday: Closed

Additional Notes

• Sunday serving times at bars or restaurants depend on whether customers are also ordering food. If they are, alcohol can be served from 10 a.m. If not, customers must wait until noon.
• Alcohol service can begin at 10 a.m. on Sunday during live events at sports venues, festivals, fairs, or concerts, regardless of whether food is served.
• Certain bars or restaurants in the state can serve alcohol until 2 a.m. any night of the week with a "late hours" permit.
• Hotel bars can serve hotel guests alcohol at any time of day.

History of Texas Alcohol Laws

Texas passed its first "Blue Laws" (alcohol ban) in 1935, two years after the end of federal Prohibition. Over time, Texas alcohol laws have evolved based on the needs and preferences of Texans.

Texas liquor stores' operating hours

Texas has strict laws concerning alcohol sales and service, with state liquor laws varying from other states. In Texas, grocery and convenience stores can sell beer and wine between 7 a.m. and midnight from Monday to Friday, and from 7 a.m. on Saturday until 1 a.m. on Sunday morning. Since 2021, beer and wine can be purchased from 10 a.m. on Sundays instead of noon.

Liquor stores in Texas are only permitted to operate from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through to Saturday. They are closed on Sundays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. If Christmas or New Year's Day falls on a Sunday, the store must remain closed on the following Monday.

Wineries are permitted to serve alcohol from 8 a.m. to midnight, Monday to Saturday, and from 10 a.m. to midnight on Sundays.

Texas wineries' alcohol service hours

Texas wineries can serve alcohol from 8 am to midnight, Monday to Saturday, and from 10 am to midnight on Sundays.

Texas has strict laws concerning alcohol sales and service. The hours of operation for alcohol sales vary depending on the type of business and the day of the week.

Package (Liquor) Store Hours in Texas:

• Monday to Saturday: 10 am to 9 pm
• Closed on Sundays, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. If Christmas Day or New Year's Day falls on a Sunday, the store must close the following Monday.

Grocery and Convenience Store Beer and Wine Sale Hours in Texas:

• Monday to Friday: 7 am to midnight
• Saturday: 7 am to 1 am
• Sunday: 10 am to midnight

Mixed-Beverage Permittees (Bars, Pubs, and Restaurants):

• Monday to Friday: 7 am to midnight
• Saturday: 7 am to 1 am
• Sunday: Noon to midnight (10 am to noon only with the service of food)

Winery Hours to Sell and Serve Wine:

• Monday to Saturday: 8 am to midnight
• Sunday: 10 am to midnight

Hours to Serve Alcohol in Private Clubs:

• Monday to Friday: 7 am to midnight
• Saturday: 7 am to 1 am
• Sunday: Noon to midnight (10 am to noon if serving food with the alcoholic beverage)

It's important to note that Texas has updated its laws to permanently allow alcohol-to-go options for customers and businesses. Additionally, certain bars or restaurants in the state with a "late hours" permit can serve alcohol until 2 am any night of the week. Hotel bars can also serve hotel guests alcohol at any time of day.

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