From Food Trucks to Festivals, Navigating TABC Regulations
April 22, 2025
The landscape of alcohol service is rapidly evolving, extending far beyond the traditional READ MORE
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TABC Certification Isn’t Just for Servers and Bartenders
March 20, 2025
When you think of TABC certification in Texas, what comes to mind? Probably bartenders pou READ MORE
Get a Rocking Career in the Texas Bar Scene
February 20, 2025
The Texas bar scene is legendary. From the vibrant nightlife of Austin to the honky-tonk h READ MORE
Beyond the Bar | Unexpected Ways to Use Your TABC Certification
January 20, 2025
So you’ve got your TABC certification. You’re ready to sling drinks, right? Absolutely! Bu READ MORE
Top 5 Reasons to Get TABC Certified
December 23, 2024
Want to work in the bustling Texas hospitality scene? Whether you’re dreaming of crafting READ MORE
How to Identify Intoxicated Customers in a Fast-Paced Off-Premise Environment
November 19, 2024
Off-premise alcohol retailers, such as liquor stores, grocery stores, and convenience stor READ MORE
3 Texas Alcohol Laws You Should Know Before Becoming TABC Certified
October 17, 2024
Understanding alcohol laws in Texas will help you get your TABC certification faster and m READ MORE
How to Prevent Your Restaurant and Bar Guests from Becoming Dehydrated
September 4, 2024
In the Lone Star State, where temperatures soar and the hospitality industry thrives, ensu READ MORE
A Deeper Understanding of Recent Texas Alcohol Laws
July 11, 2024
The Texas alcoholic beverage landscape has undergone significant transformation in recent READ MORE
Your Comprehensive Guide to Bar Opening and Closing Procedures
June 12, 2024
Bar opening and closing procedures are fundamental to the smooth operation of any successf READ MORE
Do’s and Don’ts of Outdoor Service
April 5, 2024
Summers mean more and more customers sit outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. As a serv READ MORE
How to Be a Good Bartender in Texas
February 23, 2024
Calling all social butterflies, mix-masters, and cocktail connoisseurs! Texas beckons with READ MORE
What Exactly Is the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission?
January 11, 2024
The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) stands as a sentinel at the crossroads of c READ MORE
Bartender Conversational Do’s and Don’ts for 2024
November 1, 2023
Aside from serving a mean drink, bartenders are expected to be able to carry on a conversa READ MORE
Challenges and Rewards Only Bar and Restaurant Owners Know
October 30, 2023
In the world of entrepreneurship, few ventures offer the unique blend of challenges and re READ MORE
Opportunities That Come with TABC Certification
October 12, 2023
Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) certification, while not required by law, is re READ MORE
On-Premises & Off-Premises Alcohol Promotion Regulations to Remember in 2024
October 9, 2023
Next year, like years before, will undoubtedly bring many reasons to party. Make sure that READ MORE
Why You Should Round Out 2023 with a TABC Certification
October 2, 2023
Tis the season to give! So give yourself the gift of a TABC certification through TABC On READ MORE
TABC Certification Online Enhances Service, Safety and Compliance
September 26, 2023
In the dynamic world of the alcohol industry, ensuring the safety of customers and maintai READ MORE
Raise a Glass to the Past: A Brief History of the American Drinking Age
August 14, 2023
The legal drinking age in the United States has been a topic of debate and change througho READ MORE
8 Themes for Designing and Decorating Your Bar or Restaurant
June 29, 2023
Designing your bar’s look and feel is one of the most exciting tasks when you’re first sta READ MORE
Top Ways to Improve Safety at Private Events
March 28, 2023
The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) is the state agency that regulates the alco READ MORE
How to Stay Cool with Difficult Customers at your Bar or Restaurant
March 6, 2023
Working as a bartender can be both rewarding and challenging. You get to meet interesting READ MORE
How to Prevent Patrons from Driving Drunk This Holiday Season
December 22, 2022
The holidays are a time for celebrating with friends and family, but they’re also a time w READ MORE
Can Your TABC Certification Get Revoked?
December 22, 2022
What the TABC grants, the TABC can taketh away. Yes, that means your TABC certification ca READ MORE
How to Keep Your Bar’s Halloween Events Happy
October 4, 2022
October is here and it’s time to start planning for your bar’s themed events for the seaso READ MORE
Can You Drink Alcohol on a Golf Course?
September 28, 2022
As summer in Texas begins to dwindle down, many golfers are eager to take advantage of the READ MORE
Steps to Becoming a Texas Bartender
September 10, 2022
Becoming a bartender in Texas can be a lucrative career with plenty of opportunities for a READ MORE
Signs a Patron is Under the Influence of Rohypnol
August 5, 2022
One of the most devastating things that could happen to anyone is being drugged at a bar a READ MORE
How to Step In When You Suspect Sexual Harassment at Your Bar
August 5, 2022
Your bar should always be a safe place where patrons can step in for a drink, comfortably READ MORE
Top Tips for Alcohol Service at Company Events
February 10, 2022
In 2022, we predict that companies will once again start hosting larger events that requir READ MORE
Do You Qualify for Safe Harbor Against the TABC?
January 11, 2022
One of the most horrifying realizations as a bar owner is knowing that one of your employe READ MORE
Top Ways to Improve Your Bar’s Business During Any Holidays
January 4, 2022
The holidays are a time where friends and family come together to celebrate the season and READ MORE
4 Alcohol Server Tips to Remember This Holiday Season
January 4, 2022
As we start to say our goodbyes to another year, it’s time to start preparing your bar and READ MORE
Don’t Get Stung By the TABC This Year!
May 4, 2021
Bars and restaurants are freely open again and owners and employees are quickly getting ba READ MORE
Do’s and Don’ts of Refusing Service to Intoxicated Guests
April 13, 2021
Now that bars and restaurants are completely opened in Texas, many guests are making up fo READ MORE
Why Do You Blackout From Alcohol?
March 24, 2021
We’ve all heard the story about the friend who got blackout drunk and woke up with no memo READ MORE
Understanding the Different Stages of Increased Blood Alcohol Content
March 17, 2021
After spring break, colleges will be back in session, and students of legal age will retur READ MORE
How to Reduce Your Restaurant or Bar’s Liability Post-COVID
March 10, 2021
Starting today, restaurants and bars reopening will hopefully find themselves very busy as READ MORE
Things to Know About Getting a Liquor and Beer License in Texas
March 4, 2021
NOTE: TABC On The Fly handles the TABC certification of individuals who sell or serve alco READ MORE
What’s the Difference Between Bartending School and TABC Certification?
February 23, 2021
Pursuing a career in bartending often requires training and studying alongside an experien READ MORE
The Current State of Texas Bar Reopenings and How Your Bar Can Stay Open
January 14, 2021
NOTE: This is not legal advice. Due to COVID regulations changing rapidly and also varying READ MORE
3 More Liquor Laws That Keep Texas Weird
August 4, 2020
Texas lawmakers love to boast that the laws they pass are based on low-regulation governme READ MORE
4 Risk Management Tips for Your Bar
June 18, 2020
When you’re in the alcohol service business, risk is just something you know you’re bound READ MORE
4 Personal Reasons to Get TABC Certified
June 10, 2020
When someone takes a TABC certification course, the intent is usually because they were fo READ MORE
Exploring the Texas Dram Shop Act and Your Establishment
May 28, 2020
Unfortunately, drunk driving is one of the biggest problems our Texas communities face. Ov READ MORE
TABC Approved Guidelines for Selling Alcohol To-Go
May 11, 2020
COVID-19 has caused many industries to expand their services amidst shutdowns and social d READ MORE
Traits of *Super* Great Customers
April 21, 2020
At TABC On The Fly, we’re servers ourselves, and we know what it’s like in the trenches. O READ MORE
Spotting the Signs of a Human Trafficking Victim
April 15, 2020
According to a 2019 report from The Human Trafficking Institute, Texas is ranked first in READ MORE
Seller-Server Safety Tips Going into Summer
April 3, 2020
TABC certification has never been more important with summer right around the corner. Now READ MORE
How Texas Bars Can Stay Sanitary During A Pandemic
April 1, 2020
With the announcement of a global pandemic by the World Health Organization and a national READ MORE
What Does “Frequent” Handwashing Mean?
April 1, 2020
As Time Magazine recently pointed out, the primary weapon for combating disease didn’t cha READ MORE
The impact of coronavirus on the service industry and resources for help
March 24, 2020
It’s a tough time for our world right now. Everyone is struggling, and from a distance it READ MORE
Getting Your TABC Certification Done: Top 3 Obstacles & How To Deal
March 9, 2020
Time Have a few uninterrupted hours to watch training material? No? What if it’s really im READ MORE
The Seller-Server’s Essential Tool Kit
February 3, 2020
If you’re a seller-server of alcohol, your restaurant or bar can be a grueling place. The READ MORE
Is It A Big Deal If My TABC Certificate Lapses?
January 21, 2020
On July 3 around 9:00 p.m., emergency first responders in Odessa, Texas arrived at the sce READ MORE
Tips to Effectively Promote Your Bar in 2020
January 9, 2020
Your bar’s marketing techniques play a huge role in the success of your establishment. How READ MORE
Keeping Your Bar or Restaurant Safe During Holiday Events
November 7, 2019
It’s one of the most popular times of the year for parties and group events at bars and re READ MORE
Benefits of TABC Certification On Your Time
July 30, 2019
There are many certification courses you can take to get TABC certified online. However, t READ MORE
Introducing BASSET On The Fly
June 26, 2019
We’re excited to announce the launch of our third online training website, BASSET On The F READ MORE
5 Alcohol Myths People Should Never Trust
June 12, 2019
As a server or bartender, you’ve probably heard every “trick in the book” from patrons enj READ MORE
What to Expect When TABC is Inspecting
June 10, 2019
An establishment that sells or serves alcohol should always anticipate and be prepared for READ MORE
Top Benefits of Online TABC Certification
June 10, 2019
Getting TABC certified is not only likely required by your employer, but it can help you e READ MORE
Spring Break Protection with TABC On The Fly
May 30, 2019
Spring break recently took place across the nation and Texas is a state with several popul READ MORE
Alcohol Regulations to Consider on a Sunday
May 29, 2019
Texas takes its alcohol laws seriously, and knowing specific regulations can help keep you READ MORE
8 Ways a Restaurant Could Lose Its Liquor License
October 2, 2018
Serving alcohol at a restaurant is not a right. It’s a lucrative business opportunity that READ MORE
4 Best Practices for a BYOB Restaurant
August 29, 2018
One popular type of establishment in Texas is the BYOB restaurant. Most people know what B READ MORE
4 Wedding Bartender Tips
August 1, 2018
Having a bartender operate a bar at a wedding has become commonplace at most nuptial celeb READ MORE
4 Dangers of Binge Drinking
July 13, 2018
Alcohol in moderation can be a great way to unwind after a long week of work or at a famil READ MORE
6 Ways to Spot a Fake ID
June 5, 2018
Getting a TABC certification will certainly help you learn methods for spotting fake IDs a READ MORE
4 Signs a Patron Is Intoxicated & When to Cut Them Off
March 23, 2018
TABC certification plays a very important role in protecting people’s lives. Part of being READ MORE
The Dangers of Operating Without a TABC Certification
January 17, 2018
When working in the service industry, selling and serving alcohol will undoubtedly be a ba READ MORE
