August 3rd Application Deadline

NYC DOT just notified businesses about outdoor dining. Please reach out to strEATery if you are looking for a Roadway Café or have questions about the application or program.

"Have an outdoor dining setup? The August 3rd deadline is 3 days out. Don’t wait for the last minute, hit submit in the application portal!

To continue operating an existing outdoor dining setup in either sidewalks or roadways, food service establishments (FSE) must apply by August 3rd to Dining Out NYC- the official permanent outdoor dining program. FSEs must fully remove outdoor dining setups at their sole cost and expense if an application is not submitted by August 3rd, or otherwise be subject to violations.

Food service establishments with existing outdoor dining setups that submit applications by August 3rd must bring their setup into compliance with the Dining Out NYC design requirements by the earlier of: (i) 30 days after DOT issues the Dining Out NYC license; or (ii) November 1st, 2024.

FSE's may apply for new setups any time of the year.

To apply for a roadway or a sidewalk cafe, review How to Apply  on the Dining Out NYC website. To learn more about the Outdoor Dining Program, please visit Dining Out NYC."