Applications for Dining Out NYC, the City’s new permanent outdoor dining program, are now open! Restaurants that are actively participating in the temporary Open Restaurants program need to apply by August 3, 2024 in order to continue operating outdoor dining setups. Once their application is approved,outdoor dining setups will need to comply with the permanent Dining Out NYC design requirements within 30 days.
An online application, information about the new guidelines and resources available to help can be found at www.nyc.gov/diningoutnyc. Businesses can call 212-839-4500 with any questions.
How to Apply
Eligible food service establishments may apply for outdoor dining in the roadway, sidewalk, or both!
The application is available in English and Spanish, with additional languages available soon.
Key dates
March 5, 2024: Food service establishments may begin applying online to join the Dining Out NYC program!
August 3, 2024: Deadline for food service establishments with existing temporary outdoor dining setups to apply to continue operating until NYC DOT approves the application.
November 1, 2024: A temporary program outdoor dining setup that applied before August 3, 2024 must comply with the new Dining Out NYC design requirements by the earlier of: (i) 30 days after NYC DOT approves the Dining Out NYC application or (ii) November 1, 2024.
APPLY AT https://www.diningoutnyc.info/apply More information: 212-839-4500