{"id":19234,"date":"2026-01-22T10:55:07","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T10:55:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/?p=19234"},"modified":"2026-02-02T10:56:50","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T10:56:50","slug":"coffee-shop-license-uk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/coffee-shop-license-uk\/","title":{"rendered":"Coffee Shop License UK: Complete Guide to Permits &amp; Requirements"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"19234\" class=\"elementor elementor-19234\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5b88e18 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5b88e18\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7521909 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7521909\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re thinking of opening a caf\u00e9 or coffee shop in the UK, one of the first things you must understand, beyond selecting the perfect espresso machine or site, is how to legally operate your coffee shop business. Running a caf\u00e9 in the UK means complying with a variety of rules, ranging from food business registration and food safety to optional licences like a music licence or a pavement licence. This guide breaks down all of the key coffee shop licences and requirements you need to know, so you can plan confidently and stay compliant from day one.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>KEY TAKEAWAYS<\/b><\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c4f80db e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c4f80db\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d448ea7 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d448ea7\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;gradient&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4a4828a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4a4828a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no single \u201ccoffee shop licence\u201d in the UK, you need a mix of mandatory registrations and concept-dependent licences.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food business registration with your local council is the non-negotiable first step.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most compliance issues come down to food safety, hygiene regulations, allergen control, and staff training, get these operational before day one.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A premises licence is only needed if you sell alcohol, host licensable activities, or trade late-night hot food\/drink.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extras like outdoor seating, background music, and signage often trigger local permissions, so check early with local authorities.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2069817 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2069817\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cc5a0df elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cc5a0df\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><b>A Growing UK Coffee Shop Market<\/b><\/h2><h3><b>INDUSTRY INSIGHT<\/b><\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-292166f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"292166f\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5d721bf e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5d721bf\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;gradient&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b33d6ce elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b33d6ce\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The UK has one of Europe\u2019s largest coffee markets, and demand for caf\u00e9s continues to rise. According to industry data, the UK caf\u00e9 and coffee shop sector is projected to generate around <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ibisworld.com\/united-kingdom\/industry\/cafes-coffee-shops\/6242\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><b>\u00a36.7 billion<\/b><\/a><b> in revenue by 2025\u201326<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">; a sign of high and sustained consumer demand for both coffee and food &amp; drink experiences outside the home. <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-19fdc98 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"19fdc98\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1530595 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1530595\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unique to the UK market, brands from global giants to local independents compete for customers. Operators vary from well-known chains with thousands of outlets to boutique caf\u00e9s with a few sites focused on speciality coffee.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With such exciting market potential, it\u2019s vital to understand what permits, registrations, and licences are required before you open your doors.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>1. Registering Your Food Business: The First Legal Step<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you open a coffee shop, one fundamental legal requirement is that you need to register your food business with the relevant local council, whether you\u2019re serving coffee, snacks, sandwiches, pastries, or other food and drink.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h3><b>What Is Food Business Registration?<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the UK, any business that:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sells food or drink,<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">handles or prepares food, or<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stores or distributes food<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2026must register as a food business. This applies even if all you sell is coffee and a few packaged itemsM the law doesn\u2019t differentiate between sizes or sales volume.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>When Should You Register?<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must register at least <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/food-business-registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">28 days before<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you start trading. It\u2019s free to register, but late registration can lead to enforcement action from your local authority.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>How to Register<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Registration is done through the local council where your shop is located. Each council has a process (often online) where you provide details about your premises, planned food and drink offerings, and contact information. There\u2019s no fee for food business registration.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once registered, you\u2019ll be scheduled for food safety inspections and will begin to interact regularly with food safety officials.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>2. Food Safety, Hygiene, and Training Requirements<\/b><\/h2><p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19242\" src=\"https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Food-Safety-Hygiene-and-Training.webp\" alt=\"Food Safety, Hygiene, and Training Requirements\" width=\"741\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Food-Safety-Hygiene-and-Training.webp 741w, https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Food-Safety-Hygiene-and-Training-300x197.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Food-Safety-Hygiene-and-Training-150x98.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 741px) 100vw, 741px\" \/><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once your food business registration is complete, the focus shifts to ensuring you comply with UK food hygiene and safety laws.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>Food Safety and Hygiene Regulations<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a caf\u00e9 business serving food and drink, you are legally required to have a strong food safety <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">management system<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This means following procedures to ensure food and drink are safe for consumers from proper storage temperatures to preventing contamination. Your local council regulates this and will inspect your premises to ensure you follow:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">correct food handling procedures,<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">safe storage and temperature control,<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">allergen information systems, and<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cleanliness standards.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h3><b>Food Hygiene Ratings<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As part of compliance, food businesses are assessed and given a food hygiene rating by local authority inspectors. These ratings (usually displayed publicly) range from 0 to 5 and reflect compliance with hygiene standards, including how food is handled, stored, and prepared. High standards not only comply with safety requirements but also build customer trust.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>Providing Proper Training<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is essential that all staff members who handle food are trained in the proper hygiene and safety practices. Many coffee shops choose industry-recognised certificates such as Level 2 Food Hygiene, which guarantees that staff members are aware of the most important risks and controls. Proper training will help you maintain quality and prevent any violations during an inspection.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>3. Licences That May Be Required<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond the basic registration and food safety compliance, your coffee shop licences might include additional permissions depending on how you<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/best-pos-system-for-restaurant-uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> plan to run the caf<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00e9.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>Premises Licence<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you plan to serve alcohol, like Irish coffee or beer to go with brunch, you will need a premises licence under the UK Licensing Act 2003. This licence is granted by the local authorities and is separate from food business registration.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A premises licence can also cover:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">late-night refreshments (food or hot drink between certain hours),<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">regulated entertainment, and<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">alcohol sales.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you do serve alcohol, you will also need a personal licence for at least one person responsible for authorised alcohol sales.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h3><b>Music Licence<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just playing background music, even streamed through Spotify or a radio, can require permission from music rights organisations (e.g., PRS and PPL licences). This is often overlooked, but it\u2019s a necessary coffee shop licence if you want to create ambiance legally.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>Pavement Licence for Outdoor Seating<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor seating can attract more customers and enhance the caf\u00e9 vibe, but you will typically need a pavement licence from your local council to use public space for tables and chairs. While not mandatory for indoor operations, it\u2019s required for any seating that spills onto public walkways.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>4. Health and Safety and Other Safety Regulations<\/b><\/h2><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19243\" src=\"https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Health-and-Safety-and-Other-Safety-Regulations.webp\" alt=\"Health and Safety and Other Safety Regulations\" width=\"741\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Health-and-Safety-and-Other-Safety-Regulations.webp 741w, https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Health-and-Safety-and-Other-Safety-Regulations-300x197.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Health-and-Safety-and-Other-Safety-Regulations-150x98.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 741px) 100vw, 741px\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a caf\u00e9 owner, your duties extend beyond food safety. You must also adhere to general health and safety requirements that cover your employees and customers. These include:<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">* Health and safety signs and risk assessments in the workplace,<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">* Fire safety plans and equipment checks,<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">* Slips, trips, and falls prevention, and<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">* Access and emergency routes.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your local authority or safety officer may inspect these aspects, and your insurance company may require written documentation. Training employees in safety procedures is also a good idea to prevent accidents.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>5. Planning Permissions and Premises-Related Matters<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before opening, it\u2019s important to clarify whether the property you intend to use is correctly classified for food service. In Britain, planning rules vary between council and if a property\u2019s use class isn\u2019t already appropriate for a caf\u00e9, you may need approval.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often, premises already used as a caf\u00e9 or restaurant will have the correct classification. But if you\u2019re converting a space previously used for retail or another purpose, check with your local authority planning team to avoid unexpected delays.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>6. Operating in Northern Ireland<\/b><\/h2><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19244\" src=\"https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Operating-in-Northern-Ireland.webp\" alt=\"If you are opening your caf\u00e9 in Northern Ireland, then many of the above points will be similar,\" width=\"741\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Operating-in-Northern-Ireland.webp 741w, https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Operating-in-Northern-Ireland-300x197.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Operating-in-Northern-Ireland-150x98.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 741px) 100vw, 741px\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are opening your caf\u00e9 in Northern Ireland, then many of the above points will be similar, but the contacts and processes may be slightly different. You will still need to register your food business, but you will need to deal with the councils in Northern Ireland.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some councils in Northern Ireland may also have slightly different procedures for licenses and planning permission, so it is worth checking with the relevant authority before signing the lease.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>7. Typical Timeline from Planning to Opening<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s a practical overview of how to sequence your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/uk-restaurant-industry-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">permits and prep work<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p><ol><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Choose location and business plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Conduct research and financial planning.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Food business registration<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Submit at least <\/span><b>28 days before opening<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Develop food safety and hygiene plans<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Create detailed procedures and get staff trained.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Apply for optional licences early<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 For alcohol, music, and outdoor seating.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Prepare premises and pass inspections<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Work with local council to ensure compliance.<\/span><\/li><\/ol><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting these steps early helps avoid delays and ensures the caf\u00e9 is compliant before you serve your first customer.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>8. Common Challenges and Mistakes to Avoid<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even experienced caf\u00e9 owners can make compliance errors. Some common pitfalls include:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Registering too late<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 Food business registration must come at least 28 days before trading.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Assuming no licence needed for music<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 Ignore background music at your peril \u2014 a music licence is often required.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Serving alcohol without a premises licence<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 Selling even a single alcoholic drink without licence is illegal.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Neglecting outdoor seating permits<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 Sitting customers on the pavement without permission can lead to fines.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staying proactive, consulting with local authorities, and preparing in advance ensures your caf\u00e9 business starts off on the right legal footing.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opening a caf\u00e9 or coffee shop in the UK is an exciting opportunity, in a market where millions of cups of coffee are consumed each day and consumers increasingly seek vibrant community spaces and food experiences. While there\u2019s no single \u201ccoffee shop licence\u201d, understanding the various registrations and permits, especially food business registration, food safety compliance, and optional licences, is essential.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By following this guide and working closely with your local council, you\u2019ll be equipped to run a compliant, successful coffee business that delights customers and stands the test of regulatory scrutiny.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-45ac44c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"45ac44c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Frequently Asked Questions\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-70bdfb0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"70bdfb0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;expanded&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1180\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1180\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> 1. Do I need a license to sell coffee in the UK? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zM124 296c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h264c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12H124z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zm144 276c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-92v92c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-56c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-92h-92c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h92v-92c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h56c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v92h92c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1180\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d317c8a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d317c8a\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-82353d0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"82353d0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You do not need a specific licence just to sell coffee in the UK. However, you must register as a food business with your local council at least 28 days before trading and comply with food safety and hygiene regulations. Additional licences apply only if you sell alcohol, play music, or offer outdoor seating.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1181\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1181\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> 2. Do I need a license to open a cafe? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zM124 296c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h264c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12H124z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zm144 276c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-92v92c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-56c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-92h-92c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h92v-92c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h56c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v92h92c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1181\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d995ed5 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d995ed5\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-830179a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"830179a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no single \u201ccaf\u00e9 licence\u201d in the UK. To open a caf\u00e9, you must complete food business registration, follow food safety and health and safety rules, and work with local authorities. Depending on your setup, you may also need a premises licence, music licence, or pavement licence.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re thinking of opening a caf\u00e9 or coffee shop in the UK, one of the first things you must understand, beyond selecting the perfect espresso machine or site, is how to legally operate your coffee shop business. 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