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Start a cafe or restaurant

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

Get your food registration first.

 

 

Apply for food registrationGuide to applying for food registration and choosing the food plan that suits your business.GuideaspxFood Alcohol

 

 

Apply for an alcohol on-licenceFind out how to apply for an alcohol on-licence.GuideaspxAlcohol licensing

 

 

Apply for an outdoor dining licenceCheck if you need a licence before applying and paying. Find out what you need to apply and check the outdoor dining rules. GuideaspxOutdoor dining licence