All businesses and eating or drinking establishments must have a license from the New York State Liquor Authority to sell alcohol.

You can find out if a business is licensed to sell alcohol.

You can also file a complaint with the State about a business selling alcohol without a liquor license.

Online

Check if a business has a liquor license.

File a complaint with the New York State Liquor Authority.

By Phone

• Agency: New York State Liquor Authority
• Phone Number: (518) 474-3114
• Business Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM