How to get the Restaurant License in Dubai

A remarkable amount of growth has witnessed by the food and restaurant sector of Abu Dhabi and Dubai. The market research conducted by Euromonitor International sales mentioned that there will be more than 20000 outlets to the restaurants in Dubai by 2021.

Foodies from Europe, Asia, Australia, and America contribute to the success of restaurant business in Dubai. Before one decides to open a restaurant in Dubai, they need to acquire some information and follow a code of conduct.

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To capitalise this surging sector, entrepreneurs seek professional guidance in business set-up firms for walking through the process of opening a cafeteria or restaurant in Dubai. This includes the following steps:

• You have to decide whether to open the restaurant at Dubai free zone or mainland. Seek the approval from the independent authority of a specific free zone or the department of economic development for the mainland.
• You have to create and submit the business plan for the restaurant. The plan is taken into account for the vision of your business, brand management, financial viability and contingency plans. You have to do costing for your business to estimate the capital needed for the restaurant’s initial investment and to run ads.
• You need a business license and permits to operate the business. A trade license from the free zone authority or Department of Commerce or Tourism and the Department of Economic Development (DED). You require a food license from the Food Safety Department.
• You need to comply with the food code. The comprehensive document points out the requirements that a food establishment should follow. The effort by the government ensures a world-class food safety system for residents so that millions of people visit the emirate.

The layout requirements for the restaurant in Dubai

The trade license can be issued after authorities review the construction plan for the restaurant. The food license gives the review of the layout plan for the restaurant interior. Licenses require for specific permissions like serving pork or liquor that offers delivery service to obtain a license. The restaurant owners meet the minimum set of standards to set by the Food Control Department.

• The restaurant area has the 750sq ft with a kitchen area of at least 300 sq ft to 380 sq ft that depends on the presence of a tandoor oven.
• The food storage areas are fitted with stainless steel shelves.
• The washing area accommodates separate basins for fish, meat, fruits, vegetables and dishes.
• The separate basin is provided for handwashing.
• The chimney is required for the cooking area. It should extend 2 metres higher than the nearest building.
• The restaurant floor, wall and roof would be fireproof, non-absorbent and washable.

The documents needed for starting a Restaurant in Dubai

You can set up your new cafeteria or restaurant business in Dubai. The 3 main documents are essential to submit to the authorities:

• The food and safety license
• The trading license
• The Non-Objection Certificate (NOC) from the local municipality of Dubai.

You can also opt for other permits such as

• The liquor permit
• The Ramadan permit
• Delivery permit
• The pork permit

These documents are needed for every old and new restaurant business of Dubai to run their activities without any hindrance or shutting of the business by authorities. Black Swan Business Setup can help you in Restaurant Business Setup service in Dubai. You can call us and request a quote .

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