About
State
Liquor Authority
Businesses that cater private events at their place of business need a Catering Establishment License to serve alcoholic beverages. This license is issued by the State Liquor Authority (SLA).
Businesses must be able to accommodate at least 50 people to qualify. The license is available seasonally.
Additional resources
New York State Liquor Authority (SLA)
Address
Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control, Zone 1
163 W 125th Street
New York NY 10027
Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control, Zone 1
163 W 125th Street
New York NY 10027
Website
http://www.sla.ny.gov/
Phone
(518) 474-3114
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