How Do You Get A Liquor License In New Jersey?
Liquor laws in New Jersey limit the number of liquor licenses granted based on population; a given municipality may issue only one license for on-premise consumption (bar or restaurant) per 3,000 residents and one for off-premise consumption (liquor store) per 7,500 residents. Thus, few new licenses are issued. But if you want to open a restaurant or other establishment in the state that will serve alcoholic beverages, it is possible to get your license. Decide what type of license you want. If you’re interested in opening a restaurant or bar, you’ll seek what is called a Plenary Retail Consumption Liquor License. If you are opening a liquor store, you will need a Plenary Retail Distribution License. These licenses are subject to population restrictions, but other types–for theaters, private clubs and hotels–are not. Consider location. It’s a prime consideration for any business, of course, but the population guidelines make it even more significant for liquor licenses in New Jersey.
