
Takeaway insurance
Fast food and takeaway insurance to protect your business







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Complete our short form to start your business insurance quote. We’ll then call you at a time that’s convenient for you to discuss your requirements and provide an insurance quote
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Insurance covers to consider
When deciding what insurance and covers you need to protect your business, you should consider the following:
Public liability insurance
Accidents can happen, and as a takeaway owner, you interact with numerous customers daily. Public liability insurance is a core component of takeaway insurance, safeguarding you against claims for accidental bodily injury or property damage that may occur on your premises. Whether it’s a slip and fall or a food-related mishap, public liability cover could protect you.

Employers' liability insurance
If you employ staff to help manage your busy takeaway, employers’ liability insurance is a legal requirement. It provides protection in the event that an employee suffers an injury or illness due to work-related activities, for example, if they burnt themselves, any compensation awards would be taken care of by your takeaway insurance policy.

Business interruption insurance
Imagine facing unexpected disruptions like a fire or flood that temporarily halts your business operations. Business interruption insurance helps replace the lost income during the downtime, enabling you to cover fixed expenses and maintain your financial stability while you get back on your feet.

Property covers
Protecting your contents, stock and premises should also be a key consideration. If you were to suffer property damage as a result of a fire or flood, you may find that while the repairs are taking place you are unable to trade from that property.
Your takeaway’s physical structure is the foundation of your business, and any damage to it could lead to substantial financial losses. Buildings cover is designed to safeguard your business premises against a range of perils, including fire, flood, storm damage, vandalism, and more.
Your takeaway’s success also relies on the essential equipment, furnishings, and stock that make it operational. Contents and stock cover shields your valuable assets against unforeseen events like theft, accidental damage, or spoilage due to refrigeration breakdown.
Contents cover can also extend protection to items such as cooking equipment, furniture, signage, and other fixtures, while stock cover ensures that your perishable and non-perishable goods are safeguarded. This means that if, for instance, your refrigeration unit malfunctions and spoils your ingredients, your takeaway insurance should protect you from financial losses.

Product liability insurance
Product liability insurance could cover you and your takeaway business against any legal claims of injury or damage, whether you’re involved in the production, sale or delivery of a food product. For example you might sell hot drinks in takeaway cups, and due to a manufacturing fault of the cup, the lid the comes loose and the hot drink spills, scalding the customer.

Commercial legal protection
Legal disputes can be costly and time-consuming, potentially threatening the survival of your takeaway business. Commercial legal protection offers expert legal advice and financial assistance to navigate legal challenges, giving you the confidence to focus on running your business.

Takeaway insurance FAQs
Do I need takeaway insurance?
Yes, absolutely! Takeaway insurance is a fundamental safeguard for any takeaway owner. It protects your business, assets, and finances from various risks, allowing you to concentrate on serving your customers with confidence.
Takeaways are exposed to a number of risks meaning that comprehensive insurance is a must for any fast-food establishment. Whilst not every business is exposed to the same risks, ensuring you have protection for all aspects of your business activities is a must for any takeaway owner.
So whether you are a late-night kebab house, a pizza takeaway shop or a local Chinese takeaway, finding the right takeaway shop insurance to protect your livelihood against unforeseen events is crucial.
What covers do takeaways need?
At Premierline, we offer affordable takeaway insurance that can be as simple or comprehensive as you need depending on the size of your takeaway or restaurant. When deciding what takeaway insurance you need to protect your business, you should consider the following:
- Public liability – for injured guests or damage to their property.
- Employers’ liability – to protect your employees.
- Buildings cover – to cover for loss or damage to your building.
- Equipment, contents and stock – to reinstate your items and belongings.
- Business interruption – to keep finances running when disaster strikes.
- Money cover – for theft or attempted theft.
- Goods in transit – to cover for loss or damage to stock when in transit, loading or unloading.
- Business legal expenses – to cover the cost of legal expenses or defend your business against legal action.
How much does takeaway insurance cost?
The cost of takeaway insurance will depend on a number of things, including the size of your takeaway and its location or opening hours, the types of covers required, the value of your assets and the overall level of risk associated with your takeaway.
It is difficult to estimate the overall price of insurance covers for a takeaway without considering these factors first. The best way to get a quote for the price of insurance for your takeaway is to compare quotes on the Premierline website. Or alternatively, speak to one of our insurance specialists who can assess your business needs before providing you with a quote from a trusted insurer.
Why choose Premierline to arrange takeaway insurance?
We understand what it’s like running your own takeaway or food business, and finding time to source the correct insurance can take up precious time which you might find is better spent elsewhere. That’s why our team of experienced advisors can help make arranging your takeaway insurance quick and simple. Our experts are able to provide an advised service on the phone and can help find the best insurance for you, through a service which you can trust.
If you know your insurance requirements you can compare takeaway insurance quotes from trusted insurers on our website instantly. Or, call us to ask any questions you might have. You’ll get the cover you need for your takeaway and also have the peace of mind that your business is protected, should the unexpected happen.
What type of takeaways do Premierline work with?
At Premierline, we proudly work with a wide range of takeaway businesses, including fast food shops, Chinese, Indian, and Pizza takeaways. No matter the size or cuisine, we have the expertise to provide you with the right insurance solutions.
What will I need to know to complete my insurance quotation?
Try to have your existing insurance schedule and renewal notice available as this will give us the majority of the information that we will need. However, if you are a new business, don’t worry – our business insurance advisors will be able to guide you through the process of understanding and identifying your insurance needs.
How soon will I get my policy documents?
We will email your policy documentation to you which means you will receive these straight away. Alternatively, if you would prefer your documents to be posted, you will normally receive them within 5 working days.
How do I pay for my policy?
You can pay annually using a credit/debit card or by making an electronic payment. Alternatively you can manage your payments through a monthly Direct Debit plan with our approved premium finance provider, Premium Credit Limited.
Why choose Premierline?
We're business insurance experts
We understand the nature of running your business often leaves little time for much else. That's why we work closely with some of the UK's leading insurers to find cover that's right for you, making arranging insurance for your contracting business simple and hassle-free. We're committed to finding the right insurance solutions for your business to let you work without worry and focus on what really matters – your business.
- Award winning service - We're trusted by thousands of SMEs across the UK
- Comprehensive protection - We can help with all your commercial insurance needs
- UK based experts - Located in Lancaster, our advisors are here to help

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“Great customer service from Megan. She was patient and not at all pushy giving us all the time we needed to decide.”
Takeaway
Customer since November 2025
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Speak to a takeaway insurance expert
If you know the type of business insurance you need for your takeaway you can protect it now by getting a quote from a number of trusted insurers online. However, if you’re looking for advice from an insurance advisor then call and speak to our insurance team today.
Start a quote
Complete our short form to start your business insurance quote. We’ll then call you at a time that’s convenient for you to discuss your requirements and provide an insurance quote
Speak to an expert
Our advisors are just a phone call away. On average, we answer calls within 90 seconds. Lines open Monday to Friday 9:00am–5:00pm

