Industry Alerts
NYC Restaurant Week Summer 2021
NYC Restaurant Week is now bigger than ever, with indoor and outdoor dining, takeout and delivery options, plus an all-new pricing structure.
View AlertNew SLA Advisory on Third-Party Providers
The Alliance has an update for members on a new advisory being proposed by the State Liquor Authority that would address the issue of so-called third-party providers.
View AlertA Note About The RRF
The NYC Hospitality Alliance fought hard with groups around the country to enact the $28.6 billion Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF)...
View AlertLimitations On (Un)Suspended Licenses
As of 5/26, the SLA unanimously approved an advisory lifting any additional restrictions that were imposed on liquor licenses after those licenses were suspended.
View AlertRecruiting and Pay Rates Survey
The Alliance is investigating wage rates and recruitment strategies in the city's restaurants and bars.
View AlertHostMilano returns in person...
Celebrate the restart of the entire HoReCa sector under the banner of safety and innovation.
Learn MoreMask and Vaccine Rules...
From Fox Rothschild LLP - As Gov. Andrew Cuomo previously announced, the State on 5/19 will lift percentage-based restrictions on building capacity limits.
View AlertGuidance On Occupancy, Masks...
Beginning today, Wednesday, May 19th the capacity limits for restaurants and bars in New York City (and State) have been lifted.
View AlertWelcome Back 24/7 Subway...
We hosted a press conference with the MTA, chefs and restaurateurs to welcome back 24/7 subway service for our industry’s employees, customers and all of NYC.
View AlertUpdated Covid-19 Rules
Over the past few weeks many of the Covid-19 related restrictions for restaurants and bars have been, or are scheduled, to be eased and lifted.
View Alert3 Laws in 12 Days...
With only 12 working days remaining in Albany’s legislative session, we called on lawmakers to immediately enact a slate of three pieces of legislation.
View AlertCustomer Data From Third Party...
We’re proud to announce that a critically important third-party delivery reform the NYC Hospitality Alliance led the fight for was introduced in the City Council.
View AlertOpen Boulevards Announcement
Andrew Rigie joined Mayor de Blasio at his press conference, along with Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, to announce Open Boulevards.
View AlertKeep Alcohol To-Go
Take action and tell New York State elected officials why alcohol to-go is an important policy to remain in place.
View AlertChecklists and Compliance Tips
New York City hospitality employers face a myriad of requirements under federal, state, and local laws. This employment law "checklist" provides a guide...
View AlertOverview of Restaurant Rules
The NYC Hospitality Alliance wanted to provide you the following rundown on some of the updated restaurant and bar restrictions...
View AlertTemporary Liquor Licenses in NYC
As you know, The Alliance is leading the charge to pass legislation that will allow the SLA to issue temporary liquor licenses to new applicants.
View Alert24/7 Subway Returns...
Governor Cuomo announced today that the MTA will resume 24/7 subway service starting Monday, 5/17 and also that on 5/19 capacity restrictions will be lifted.
View AlertToday - Register for SBA RRF
Starting today, you can register for an account on the Small Business Administration (SBA) website to apply for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund.
View AlertIndoor Capacity Increasing...
Today Governor Cuomo announced that beginning on Friday, May 7th indoor dining capacity will increase from 50% to 75% in NYC.
View AlertRepeal of Food Item...
We are pleased to inform you that today the NYS Assembly & Senate repealed the requirement that a “food item” be ordered w/ alcohol at restaurants & bars.
View AlertReopening NYC
Today, Mayor de Blasio announced that he wants to fully “reopen” New York City on 7/1. Shortly after, Gov. Cuomo indicated that he thinks we can open earlier.
View AlertBar Seating, Curfew, etc.
We have more positive news to deliver that we’ve been advocating for! Governor Cuomo just announced that bar seating will be permitted starting 5/3, and more.
View AlertFair Share NYC: Restaurants
Mayor de Blasio, the NYC Dept. of Small Business Services (SBS) Commissioner Jonnel Doris, and more launched Fair Share NYC: Restaurants.
View AlertFood Item & Alcohol Requirement
We applaud the NYS Senate for its move to repeal the requirement that a food item be sold with alcoholic beverages.
View AlertBar Seating, Curfew, Etc.
The Alliance informed you that the rule requiring a “food item” be sold with alcoholic beverages at restaurants and bars is being lifted soon.
View AlertSmall Business Recovery NYC
Mayor de Blasio and NYC Dept of Small Business Services Commissioner Doris announced that over $155 million will be allocated for small biz recovery...
View AlertSBA Accepting Applications RRF...
Today, the U.S. SBA announced they will begin registrations for the RRF on Friday, 4/30/21, at 9 am EDT and open applications on Monday, 5/3/2021, at noon.
View Alert4 NYS Policies We’re Fighting For
As we continue to fight for a long list of policies to support the future of our city’s restaurant & nightlife industry, we wanted to share 4 issues we’re prioritizing...
View AlertNY’s HERO Act to Impose ...
The HERO Act, which requires employers to implement new workplace health & safety protections in response to the pandemic, is on its way...
View AlertA Q&A About Marijuana
The new law that legalizes cannabis also modifies the NY Labor Law to impose restrictions on employers and add protections concerning the use of marijuana...
View Alert12AM Curfew Update
Effective 4/19, the curfew in place for bars and restaurants will be moving from 11PM to 12AM and the curfew for catered events will move from 12AM to 1AM.
View AlertCovid-19 Vaccines Available
Free COVID-19 vaccine appointments are available right now across the city. All New Yorkers (age 16+) are eligible to make a vaccine appointment.
View AlertCurfew Moves to 12AM on 4/19
Effective 4/19 the curfew in place for bars & restaurants will be moving from 11pm to 12am and the curfew for catered events will move from 12am to 1am.
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