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New York Sales Tax on Food and Meals New York: Sales Tax Handbook

New York:

Are Food and Meals subject to sales tax?

While New York's sales tax generally applies to most transactions, certain items have special treatment in many states when it comes to sales taxes. This page describes the taxability of food and meals in New York, including catering and grocery food. To learn more, see a full list of taxable and tax-exempt items in New York.

Catering
TAXABLE
In the state of New York, any gratuities that are distributed to employees are not considered to be taxable.
Grocery Food
EXEMPT
In the state of New York, the exemption is not applicable to any candy, confectionery, and some types of drinks.

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