Understanding Wine ABV Restrictions for Retailers
If you're considering opening a business involving the sale of alcoholic beverages, it's important to understand the specific regulations and restrictions applicable to your location. One restriction, particularly in certain areas of Texas, pertains to the alcohol by volume (ABV) content of wine that can be sold. In this blog, we will explore the details of ABV restrictions.
Meeting TABC Posting Standards: A Practical Guide for Texas Bar & Restaurant Owners
Stay compliant with Texas law by fulfilling the signage obligations enforced by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for TABC-licensed establishments selling alcohol for on-premises consumption. From posting your Texas liquor license to health risks warnings, public information/complaint signs, and human trafficking warnings, ensure your establishment meets all necessary signage obligations for a professional and law-abiding operation
Understanding the Costs Involved in Obtaining a TABC Liquor License
Discover the essential costs involved in obtaining a TABC liquor license in Texas. Our comprehensive blog post breaks down the various costs involved, including state fees for primary and secondary permits, local fees, the cost of publishing legal notices, and bond fees, to help entrepreneurs and business owners plan their budgets effectively.
The Importance of Seller Server Training: Promoting Responsible Alcohol Service
Discover the importance of Seller Server Training for bars and restaurants in Texas. Learn how this program, regulated by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, promotes responsible alcohol service and protects owners from liability. Explore topics covered, TABC-approved courses, and the benefits of implementing responsible alcohol service policies.
Reporting a Breach of the Peace in Texas: What You Need to Know
This blog post explains what constitutes a breach of the peace, the types of breaches that must be reported, and the consequences of failing to report them. You'll also learn how to make the report and the exceptios to the rule. Don't risk penalties or permit suspension; stay compliant with TABC regulations by reading this informative blog post.
Simplifying Compliance Reporting with TABC’s Voluntary Self-Inspection Process
The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) has recently announced a new voluntary self-inspection process for businesses to conduct their annual compliance reports. This replaces the mobile app that businesses previously used and offers a simplified, more convenient method to conduct compliance reporting. In this blog post, we’ll go over the details of the new voluntary self-inspection process, its benefits, and how businesses can participate.
Catering & Temporary Events: Using Your TABC Permit Off-Premises
What you need to know about selecting a location for your bar or restaurant
Before you apply for a liquor license in Texas, the TABC must approve of the location of your future bar or restaurant. In this blog, we go over all information you will need when selecting a location for your business venture. Let us help you understand the many rules you need to know before choosing the perfect location.
What Kind of Texas Liquor License Do You Need?
WHAT TYPE OF TABC PERMIT DO BARS AND RESTAURANTS NEED TO SERVE ALCOHOL?
La Comisión de Bebidas Alcohólicas de Texas o Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) ofrece diferentes opciones para los restaurantes que desean una licencia o permiso de licor de Texas. Sin embargo, todas las opciones disponibles se consideran permisos "en las instalaciones" o “on-premise,” lo que significa esto es que tiene la intención de vender alcohol directamente al consumidor para consumir en su local.
Shutting Down Your Restaurant or Bar But Suspending Your TABC Liquor License
Suspending your TABC liquor license might provide a way to preserve your TABC permit for future use. Most often, we see this option used when businesses shut down for a period to rebrand, remodel, and move a restaurant concept to a different location. Now, as we slowly emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, some restaurant entrepreneurs may consider closing their doors completely for a time.
What a Mixed Beverage Permit Means for Your Texas Business
If you want to purchase for resale or sell alcohol to other businesses or ultimate consumers, you must have the appropriate Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (“TABC”) permit or license to do so. Today, we are focusing on one of the most common retail-tier Texas liquor licenses: the mixed beverage permit and what it means for your Texas business.
4 Proven Best Practices for Renewing Your Texas Liquor License
It’s that time again!
Every two years your Texas liquor license or permit needs to be renewed with the state. You must renew on time to avoid having your permit canceled.
We get it. Being a business owner is time-consuming and the days fly by!
But renewing your license is not something you should forget about or overlook. Without it, you might not have much of a business to operate.
How Do I Renew My Texas Liquor License?
What Are The Requirements For Acquiring An Austin Liquor License?
Are you ready to apply for your an Austin liquor license or permit for your retail establishment, but don’t know where to start?
There are many steps to this process, but we’ve compiled some tips to help you get started. Making sure you understand the entire process is a great place to start so that you can create a plan for acquiring your Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) permit and develop a realistic timeline.
What Do I Do If I Lose My 60-Day Sign?
For many establishments, an important part of the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) permit application process includes posting a 60-day sign. This sign gives public notice that you plan to sell alcohol for on-premises consumption at a location where that has not recently or previously happened.