Restaurant restrictions lifted

01.03.2022

The restrictions on the opening and alcohol serving hours as well as restrictions on the number of customers and customer seats in restaurants have been lifted. The amendment to the decree has entered into force throughout the country on 1 March 2022. Restrictions on food and beverage services will need to be reconsidered if the epidemiological situation changes and the burden on hospitals increases considerably.

The obligation to observe the general hygiene guidelines and to keep a safe distance will remain in force in all regions until the end of March.

• Food and beverage service businesses must clearly inform people arriving there that a person with symptoms consistent with a COVID-19 infection is not allowed to enter the premises.
• In particular, food and beverage businesses must make sure that there is no unnecessary congestion in their premises and that customers and parties can enter the premises while maintaining a safe distance from one another.
• Food and beverage service businesses must ensure that the premises and surfaces are cleaned and that customers are given the opportunity to clean their hands.
• Food and beverage service businesses must draw up a written plan on how to implement the obligations and restrictions laid down for their activities and the use of their indoor and outdoor facilities.

Source: Press release by the Government