New York State Liquor Authority
New York Restaurant Wine and Beer License
For restaurants and eating places that want to serve wine, beer, and cider without a full liquor license. A faster, lower cost path to serving alcohol with a meal.


What It Allows
Wine, Beer, and Cider With a Meal
This class covers wine, beer, and cider service for on premises consumption at a restaurant or eating place. It does not include distilled spirits. Businesses that want to pour cocktails need the full on premises liquor license instead.
- Serve wine, beer, and cider on the premises
- Lower cost and often a simpler path than full liquor
- Ideal for cafes, casual restaurants, and eating places
- Food service remains central to the license

What We Handle
We File and Track It
The right class
We confirm whether restaurant wine and beer or a full on premises liquor license fits your menu and plans.
Notices and filing
We serve the 30 day notice and file through New York Business Express.
Location review
We check the location rules that can affect any on premises license.
Follow through
We track the application through the State Liquor Authority to approval.

Questions
New York Restaurant Wine and Beer License FAQ
Can I serve cocktails with this license?
No. A restaurant wine and beer license covers wine, beer, and cider only. To serve distilled spirits you need a full on premises liquor license, which we also handle.
Is it faster than a full liquor license?
It is often a simpler and lower cost filing, but the State Liquor Authority review timeline is broadly similar. We set expectations for your specific situation up front.
Can I upgrade later?
Yes. Many businesses start with wine and beer and move to full liquor as they grow. We can plan the path with you.
Ready to Start Your New York Application?
Tell us about your New York business and location. We confirm the right State Liquor Authority license and file it for you.
Start Your New York Application Call (713) 868-0068