Missouri’s alcohol laws balance permissive retail sales with strict regulations on delivery and promotions like happy hours. Home delivery and to-go sales expanded during the pandemic and remain active into 2026, while happy hours face outright bans statewide.​
Home Delivery Rules
Licensed retailers, including liquor stores and some restaurants, can deliver beer, wine, spirits, and mixed drinks within a 30-mile radius under House Bill 1135. Deliveries require sealed, leak-proof containers no larger than 128 ounces, ID verification for those 21+, and no service to intoxicated individuals or dry areas; third-party services need special permits.​
Restaurants with to-go permits must pair alcohol with meals and post open-container notices, with sales allowed from 6 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. daily. Out-of-state direct shipments are limited to wine (up to two cases yearly via reciprocal licenses), using approved carriers.​
Happy Hour Restrictions
Missouri bans happy hours entirely, prohibiting price discounts on drinks during specific times to curb overconsumption. Bars and restaurants cannot offer two-for-one deals, volume discounts, or free drinks with purchases, though loyalty programs or daily specials at consistent prices are permitted.​
Sales Hours and Licensing
All alcohol sales (on- and off-premises) run from 6 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. every day, with no local dry zones for off-premises retail. Businesses can hold dual licenses for both by-the-drink and packaged sales, except near schools or churches.
SOURCES
[1](https://www.touchbistro.com/blog/alcohol-delivery-covid-19/)
[2](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alcohol_laws_of_Missouri)
[3](https://fintech.com/alcohol-regulations)
[4](https://atc.dps.mo.gov/IndustryCircular/guidelines-for-retailers-to-deliver-4-24-20.pdf)
[5](https://atc.dps.mo.gov/documents/liquor-lawbook.pdf)
