Tokonga whare kawhi, wharekai rānei Start a cafe or restaurant

This guide pulls together a list of the licences you need to start a cafe or restaurant.

Get your food registration first.

Guide Apply for food registration

Guide to applying for food registration and choosing the food plan that suits your business.
Guide Apply for an alcohol on-licence

Find out how to apply for an alcohol on-licence.
Guide Apply for an outdoor dining licence

Check if you need a licence before applying and paying. Find out what you need to apply and check the outdoor dining rules.