The Mixed Beverage Permit Bond (MB) is the primary on-premise permit in Texas that allows the sale of all legal alcoholic beverages, including beer, wine, and distilled spirits, for consumption on the premises. Here are the key requirements and details:
Requirements for the Mixed Beverage Permit (MB)
- Types of Alcoholic Beverages:
- Purchase: Distilled spirits must be purchased from companies holding both a Package Store Permit (P) and a Local Distributor's Permit (LP). Wine and malt beverages can be purchased from various wholesalers and retailers[1][2].
- Sale: The permit holder can sell all legal alcoholic beverages for on-premise consumption. Customers are prohibited from leaving the premises with alcohol, except for unfinished bottles of wine and certain exceptions for restaurants[3][4].
- Restaurant Requirements:
- Food Service: The establishment must operate a permanent food service facility with commercial cooking equipment and prepare and offer multiple entrees for consumption on or off the premises[1].
- To-Go and Delivery: Restaurants can sell to-go and deliver alcoholic beverages under specific conditions[1].
- Temporary Events:
- Small Private Events: File and Use Notification (FUN) form is required.
- Large Public Events: Temporary Event Approval (TEA) request form must be submitted at least 10 days in advance[1].
- Record Keeping:All invoices for alcoholic beverages must be kept on the premises for two years and be available for inspection by authorized TABC representatives[1][2].
- Sign Posting:The permit must be displayed in a publicly visible place at all times. Specific signs, such as weapons warning signs and health risk warning signs, must also be posted[2].
- Renewal:The permit is valid for two years and must be renewed before expiration. A 30-day grace period is provided, during which a late fee of $100 per permit will be assessed if not renewed on time[2].
- Employee Requirements:Employees must be at least 18 years old to prepare, serve, or sell alcoholic beverages[1].
- Exceptions and Special Cases:
- Brewpubs can produce malt liquor or beer for off-premise consumption.
- Restaurants can allow customers to take unfinished bottles of wine home[3][4].
- Alcohol-to-Go:This is now formally permitted under Texas law, but it requires the holder to also have a Food and Beverage Certificate[3][4].
Summary
The Mixed Beverage Permit (MB) is the most comprehensive on-premise permit in Texas, allowing the sale of all legal alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises. It has specific requirements for purchasing and selling alcohol, as well as for maintaining records and posting signs. Restaurants must meet additional criteria, and there are specific rules for temporary events and to-go sales.
