SmartServe Ontario Practice Exam

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Is it necessary for establishments to offer food alongside alcoholic beverages?

Always
Sometimes
Only during happy hour
No, it's not required

The correct answer is: Always

While it might seem logical that establishments should always offer food alongside alcoholic beverages, the reality is that it is not a legal requirement in Ontario. The laws regarding the sale of alcohol do not mandate that establishments serve food. Many bars and pubs do choose to serve food to enhance the customer experience, encourage longer visits, and provide responsible drinking practices by offering options that can mitigate the effects of alcohol. The correct perspective is that it is not obligatory for establishments to offer food with alcoholic drinks. Hence, the answer indicating that it is not required captures the essence of the law, allowing establishments the flexibility to operate as they see fit in terms of their food offerings.