Last updated on May 27th, 2021 at 08:57 pm
NYC’s Open for Small Business Reform Package: What Food Service Operators Need To Know
New York City has announced OPEN for Small Business, a package of more than 50 regulatory...
Is Your Outdoor Dining Setup Ready for NYC’s 2026 Season?
What food service operators need to know about approvals, seasonal limits, and staying aligned with...
NYC DOH Updates to Chapter 23: Key Compliance Changes for Food Service Operators
The NYC Department of Health has amended Chapter 23 of Title 24 of the City Rules, which outlines...
Will NYC Have Outdoor Dining Year-Round Again?!
Introduced during the covid shutdown, NYC’s year-round outdoor dining program was a lifeline for...
NYC Will Now Send Advance Notice Before Health Inspections — But Don’t Let Your Guard Down
NYC food service operators are getting a bit more breathing room — thanks to a new rule from the NYC...
Dining Outdoors with Dogs: What Restaurants and Pet Owners Need to Know
As more people look to dine out with their furry companions, it's important to understand the rules...
How NYC’s Restaurants Can Stay Ahead of Department of Health Delays
New York City’s restaurant industry is facing mounting challenges due to prolonged delays in health...
What Food Service Operators Need to know if ICE appears at their Door
Since taking office on January 20th, President Donald has issued a series of immigration related...
Outdoor Dining NYC – Rules and Deadlines
Under Dining Out NYC's permanent outdoor dining program, roadway outdoor dining will come to an end...
New Requirements for Food Allergen Posting
New York State Law Requires: All menus, including those posted online, must include one of the...
NY Passes Bill Making Restaurant Reservation Black Market Illegal
On June 7th New York passed Bill S9365 the "Restaurant Reservation Anti-Piracy Act" to combat a...
NYC Dept. of Health Prohibits Smoking & Vaping in Restaurant Outdoor Dining Areas
The NYC Health Department officially updated its rules to match the NYC Council’s change to the...
NYC Launches “Marketplace” Helping Restaurants Comply with New Outdoor Dining Program
On May 6th, 2024 the NYC Department of Transportation (DOT) launched a new website “Dining Out NYC...
NYC Makes Outdoor Dining Permanent with “Dining Out NYC”
NYC Makes Outdoor Dining Permanent with “Dining Out NYC” Mayor Adams has signed off on legislation...
Cocktails To Go May Soon Become Permanent in NY
New York’s “cocktails to go” law is set to expire in 2025. Governor Kathy Hochul is pushing for a...
NYC May Ban Smoking in Outdoor Dining Areas
The NYC Department of Health wants to ban smoking and vaping in all outdoor dining areas...
