Last updated on April 23rd, 2026 at 05:52 pmWhat food service operators need to know about approvals, seasonal limits, and staying aligned with current NYC rules. Outdoor dining is back in New York City for the 2026 season. Under Dining Out NYC, roadway cafes may operate from
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The NYC Department of Health has amended Chapter 23 of Title 24 of the City Rules, which outlines inspection requirements for food service establishments (FSE’s). These updates focus on reduced-oxygen packaging (ROP) foods, added sugar warnings, allergen postings, and online delivery transparency, as well as new and
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Introduced during the covid shutdown, NYC’s year-round outdoor dining program was a lifeline for restaurants no longer able to seat guests indoors. Its purpose was to make it easier for an industry so hard hit by the pandemic. Then came “Dining Out NYC”, the permanent outdoor dining
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NYC food service operators are getting a bit more breathing room — thanks to a new rule from the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH). The rule requires DOHMH to send two advance email notices to restaurants and food service establishments before a sanitary inspection
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Last updated on February 24th, 2025 at 04:47 pmNew York City’s restaurant industry is facing mounting challenges due to prolonged delays in health department inspections. Budget cuts and staffing shortages within the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOH) have resulted in many establishments waiting over a
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Last updated on May 27th, 2022 at 09:56 pmNYC Department of Health Requires Food Service Operators To Display “Healthy Eating Information Poster” Here’s What You Need To Know… Who is required to display the “Healthy Eating Information” poster? All restaurants that sell food to be eaten on-site are
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Last updated on May 19th, 2022 at 06:45 pmTakeout and delivery of alcoholic beverages became a significant revenue stream for many struggling New York restaurants and bars during the pandemic. Ever since the program abruptly expired in June 2021, we have been waiting for legislation to bring
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Last updated on April 14th, 2022 at 03:09 pm The NYC Department of Health has come out with “Adulterated Food Guidance” for food service operators wanting to serve foods and/or drinks infused with CBD, Kava, and other added ingredients. What is adulteration? Adulteration is the act of
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Last updated on September 2nd, 2021 at 02:14 pmWhat is “Key to NYC”? New York City’s new vaccination mandate called the “Key to NYC” ,requires specific establishments to require guests and employees 12 years old over to show proof that they have received at least one dose
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Last updated on October 17th, 2023 at 03:13 pmOn June 12th City Council passed a bill that would restrict food service establishments from providing single-use plastic straws, stirrers and splash sticks to customers. First introduced in 2018, this legislation is another step to reduce street litter, help
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