Bar & Restaurant Alcohol Licence Fees & Charges

While related to the general liquor licence, the Bar and Restaurant Alcohol Licence specifically covers premises that serve alcohol alongside food in a sit-down dining environment. The conditions are slightly different from a standalone bar, with additional requirements around food service provision, seating capacity, and operating hours. Issuing Authority: County Alcoholic Drinks Control Board

Establishment Type	Annual Licence Fee (KES)
Small restaurant with bar	15,000 – 35,000
Mid-range restaurant and bar	35,000 – 70,000
Upscale restaurant with full bar	70,000 – 150,000
Hotel restaurant (3-star and above)	80,000 – 200,000
Lounge bar (food served)	25,000 – 60,000
Club restaurant (mixed use)	40,000 – 100,000
Amendment of licence conditions	5,000 – 10,000

Licence holders must ensure compliance with the mandated closing times — typically midnight on weekdays and 2:00 AM on Fridays and Saturdays in most counties — and must display their licence visibly at all times.

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