What types of liquor licenses are issued in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania issues multiple license classes through its state liquor control agency. Common types include retail licenses for bars and restaurants, package liquor stores, breweries, and special event permits. Each municipality can also set local license categories with additional restrictions.

What are video gaming terminals?

Video gaming terminals (VGTs) are electronic gambling machines licensed by state gaming boards. Eligible establishments (bars, restaurants, truck stops, fraternal organizations) may operate terminals depending on state law. Revenue is typically split between the establishment, terminal operator, and state/local government.

How is gaming revenue distributed?

Net terminal income (after payouts to players) is typically split between the state, local municipality, terminal operator, and the licensed establishment. The exact split varies by state. Municipalities also collect license fees.

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All Liquor Licenses in Reading, PA — Bars & Restaurants

Reading Liquor Licenses

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Liquor Licenses

PA Liquor Control Board

Active Licensesi

1 per 992 residents

18Restaurant (Liquor)

9Restaurant (Liquor)

6Catering Club (Liquor)

5Distributor (Malt)

5Restaurant (Liquor)

4Public Venue Restaurant

3Club (Liquor)

3Restaurant (Liquor)

3Special Occasion Permit

2Club (Liquor)

2Grain Alcohol

2Hotel (Liquor)

2Restaurant (Liquor)

1Alcohol Tax-Exempt

1Alcohol Non-Beverage

1Club (Liquor)

1Distributor (Malt)

1Brewery

1Brewery Storage

1Hotel (Liquor)

1Transporter for Hire Class A

1Transporter for Hire Class B

1Importing Distributor (Malt)

1Bailee For Hire

1Limited Winery

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Liquor Licenses

PA Liquor Control Board

Active Licensesi

1 per 992 residents

18Restaurant (Liquor)

9Restaurant (Liquor)

6Catering Club (Liquor)

5Distributor (Malt)

5Restaurant (Liquor)

4Public Venue Restaurant

3Club (Liquor)

3Restaurant (Liquor)

3Special Occasion Permit

2Club (Liquor)

2Grain Alcohol

2Hotel (Liquor)

2Restaurant (Liquor)

1Alcohol Tax-Exempt

1Alcohol Non-Beverage

1Club (Liquor)

1Distributor (Malt)

1Brewery

1Brewery Storage

1Hotel (Liquor)

1Transporter for Hire Class A

1Transporter for Hire Class B

1Importing Distributor (Malt)

1Bailee For Hire

1Limited Winery

License Class

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