• Sanitary conditions in kitchens and restrooms (including accessible restrooms) • Compliance with accessibility regulations (per Decree 914/97 and Law 24.314) Specific Regulations for Gastronomic Services There are specific provisions for certain services, such as: • The mandatory availability of Braille menus (Law 66/1998) • Offering gluten-free food options (Law 3373/2010) • Regulation of alcohol sales (Law 3361/2010) Moreover, Law 4407/2013 establishes clear rules regarding table service charges and how these must be communicated to consumers. Monitoring and Local Enforcement The oversight and enforcement of regulatory compliance are mainly carried out by the AGC. The agency conducts regular inspections to verify critical aspects such as food hygiene, compliance with labor laws, and building and environmental safety. Once an establishment is licensed, the AGC carries out ongoing inspections, either scheduled or in response to citizen complaints. The agency has police powers to impose penalties including closures, fines, and warnings, ensuring compliance with the regulations throughout the term of the operating license. The AGC also acts as the enforcement authority for regulations related to food safety, noise pollution, alcohol sales, and general hygiene, making it a key factor in ensuring service quality and consumer rights. Regulatory Innovation: Gastronomic Vehicles (Food Trucks) The City of Buenos Aires has implemented regulatory innovations through Law 5707/2017, which creates a specific legal framework for gastronomic vehicles (food trucks)19. A “Gastronomic Vehicle” is defined as any unit adapted for cooking, preparing, and/or serving food and beverages. It can be a selfpowered vehicle or one towed by a motorized unit. This regulation promotes this business model by establishing clear conditions for licensing, authorized locations, and minimum health and safety standards for safe and efficient operation. 19 https://buenosaires.gob.ar/noticias/nuevo-sistema-de-habilitacion-para-foodtrucks 692 GONZALO A. CASANOVA FERRO
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