Restaurant

Required State License(s):

A Food Service license is required (see Food Service License for details).

A sales tax license is required.  You may call the Michigan Department of Treasury at (517) 636-4660. 

Personalized sales tax returns and a payment schedule will be mailed within four to six weeks after the registration has been processed. If you have questions about this process, please call the Michigan Department of Treasury at (517) 636-4730.

Possible Licenses:

If beer, wine or liquor is sold, contact Liquor Control Commission; (517) 322-1345.

If a restaurant has entertainment; dancing, etc., contact the city clerk's office to determine if a local permit or license is required.

NOTE:  

When alcoholic beverages are served, an entertainment permit is required with the Liquor Control Commission in addition to the liquor license.

When cigarettes are sold by a vending machine, contact the Department of Treasury, IFTA/Motor Carrier, Tobacco Taxes and Registration Division; (517) 636-4730.

Revised:  11/2010