We’ll be the first to admit that the restaurant business has been challenging over the last several months, but the time has come to plan a comeback! Below are some last-minute updates and deals to aid in your restaurant or bar’s Grand Reopening in Pennsylvania.
Liquor License Updates You Need to Know
Extend Your Liquor License Premise Quickly
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) has released an application for licensees to temporarily extend their premise to permit additional space for outdoor dining and requests will be automatically approved. You can extend your outdoor area to include your parking lot and follow social distancing guidance while getting more people in the door. To remain profitable without being able to be at full capacity, more space is essential.
Additional Clarification on Guidance for “Green” Counties
The PLCB also released additional guidance for counties going “Green” expanding on the guidance released by the Governor. If you have a Liquor License and are reopening soon, just ensure that you’re up-to-date on this guidance.
One area to note: the guidance offers some suggestions if the outside area of your restaurant is not covered under your license. For example, up to 192 ounces of beer can be sold indoors “to go” and carried out to an unlicensed area. Additional options also exist if you have a wine expanded permit or if you qualify to sell cocktails-to-go.
Special Deals to Help with Your Next Steps
Need some tents to expand weather-friendly outdoor seating?
With some rental tents and the license extension mentioned above, you can use your parking lot to offer additional socially distanced seating. For a limited time, our friends at General Rental Center are offering major discounts on month-long rentals for businesses reopening while supplies last.
Call 724-776-6990 or email GRC@General-Rental-Center.com.
Reduced Listing Fees To Sell Your Establishment
At SAG, we’re also working with sellers looking to list their restaurant, bar, or beer distributor. We have a database of buyers and are offering discounts on listing fees. If you’ve ever considered selling, now might be the right time for you.
We Have Resources for You
Whether you are looking for advice from a seasoned industry veteran, need to be connected to the right professional, or are looking to change your path, we are here to help. SAG has formed a task force of professionals including accountants, bankruptcy assistance, liquor license attorneys, bankers, and business development executives to cover all angles of grounding your business into a successful new beginning.
We know the restaurant industry is coming back stronger than ever. We also know that people are looking to make life changes. Whether you’re interested in getting in or out of the business, we have resources to make your dreams come true.
