Liquor Control Division

On-Premises Permits

On-premises liquor permits allow your business to sell and serve alcoholic beverages for consumers to drink while they remain inside your business. Examples of on-premises locations include restaurants, bars, movie theaters, hotels, and bowling alleys. We have 26 on-premises permit types, although the most common types are the Restaurant Permits, the Café-Bar Permits, and the Club Permits.

You must have a permit if you want to sell beer, hard cider, wine, or spirits to your customers for drinking inside your premises. It is a criminal offense to sell alcoholic beverages without a permit.

If you would like a temporary permit for a fundraiser or festival, please visit our Temporary Permit page.

On-Premises Permit Types 

Review definitions and special requirements for our 26 on-premises permit types.

Application Process 

Learn more about the application requirements and timeline.

Permit Selector Quiz 

Our quiz will help you select the right permit for your business.

On-Premises Permit Fees 

Permit fees are offered for a full year or six months.

Forms and Instructions 

View and download forms for your application. Requirements vary based on permit type.

FAQs 

Some frequently asked questions about on-premises permits and application process.

Quick Reference Guides 

View Quick Reference Guides for 6 on-premises permit types. Guides help describe legal hours of alcohol service, requirements, and permit-specific rules.