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Class 43 Trademark Registration – Trademark for Restaurants, Cafes & Hotels
Protect the name, logo, or tagline of your restaurant, cafe, cloud kitchen, bar, or hotel under Trademark Class 43. Our trademark attorneys handle the availability search, drafting, and e-filing so your food, beverage, and hospitality brand is legally secured before someone else claims it.
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Class 43 Trademark Package
₹1999
+ Govt Fee ₹4500 (billed separately)
- Trademark Availability Search
- Trademark Registration Under One Class
- Application Drafting & Filing by Experts
- TM-A Form Submission with the Registry
- Dedicated Application Tracking ID
Secure payment via Razorpay
50,000+
Customers Served Pan-India
1999
Starting Professional Fee
100%
Online Application Process
24-48 hrs
Typical Filing Turnaround
What Is Trademark Class 43?
Trademark Class 43 is one of the 45 categories under the NICE Classification system, and it covers services for providing food and drink, and temporary accommodation. It is the class used to protect the brand name, logo, or tagline of any business that serves food and beverages or provides lodging.
Restaurants, cafes, cloud kitchens, bars, catering services, hotels, resorts, and guest houses all register under Class 43 to stop competitors from copying their brand identity while they build a loyal customer base across dine-in, delivery, and booking platforms.
Who Should Register a Class 43 Trademark?
If your business earns revenue by serving food, beverages, or providing accommodation, Class 43 is the correct trademark category for you. This includes:
Restaurants & fine-dining brands
Cafes, bakeries & dessert parlours
Cloud kitchens & food delivery brands
Bars, pubs & lounges
Catering & banquet services
Hotels, resorts & guest houses
Homestays & serviced apartments
Food trucks & QSR chains
Canteen & institutional food service providers
Restaurant & hotel franchise brands
What Services Does Class 43 Cover?
- Services for providing food and drink, including restaurants, cafes, and bars
- Catering services for events, weddings, and corporate functions
- Cloud kitchen and food delivery brand names
- Temporary accommodation, including hotels, resorts, and guest houses
- Reservation and booking services for restaurants and hotels
- Bar, lounge, and banquet hall services
- Self-service and takeaway restaurant services
- Retirement home and day-care centre accommodation services
Why Trademark Protection Matters for Food & Hospitality Brands
- Brand recall: Diners and guests choose based on name recognition; a registered mark protects that recall.
- Stops copycats: Prevents other restaurants or hotels from opening under a confusingly similar name nearby or in another city.
- Franchise-ready: A registered trademark makes it easier to franchise your restaurant, cafe, or hotel brand.
- Delivery-platform protection: Safeguards your brand name as it appears on Zomato, Swiggy, Google Maps, and OTAs.
- Legal recourse: Gives you the right to send a legal notice or sue for infringement if someone copies your brand.
Step-by-Step Process to Register a Class 43 Trademark
1
Trademark Availability Search
We check the IP India database to confirm your restaurant, cafe, or hotel name is not already registered or under objection in Class 43.
2
Drafting the Application
Our attorneys draft the TM-A application with a precise description of your food, beverage, or accommodation services.
3
Filing with the Registry
The application is filed electronically and you receive an official application number the same day.
4
Examination
The Registrar reviews the application; if an examination report is raised, our team drafts and files the response.
5
Journal Publication
Once cleared, the mark is published in the Trademark Journal for four months to allow third-party objections.
6
Registration Certificate
If unopposed, the Registry issues your certificate and you can start using the ® symbol with your brand.
Class 43 Trademark Registration Fees
The total cost includes our professional service fee and the mandatory government fee, which varies by applicant type.
| Component | Applicant Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Service Fee | All applicants | ₹1999 |
| Government Filing Fee | Individual / MSME / Startup | ₹4500 per class (e-filing) |
| Government Filing Fee | Company / LLP / Partnership (other than MSME) | ₹9000 per class (e-filing) |
See a full class-wise breakdown in our guide to trademark registration fees in India.
Why Choose SetupFiling for Class 43 Trademark Filing
SetupFiling has helped over 50,000 customers across India register and protect their brands. For restaurants, cafes, and hotels, we understand how to word your service description correctly under Class 43 to avoid unnecessary objections.
- Trademark attorneys experienced with food, beverage, and hospitality brands
- Correct classification to avoid rejection or re-filing
- Transparent, fixed pricing with no hidden charges
- WhatsApp and email updates at every stage of your application
- Support for objections, oppositions, hearings, and renewals
If your application receives an examination report, our team can prepare a trademark objection reply or represent you at a trademark hearing, keeping your restaurant or hotel brand protected end to end. You can also register your outlet's logo as a trademark alongside your brand name.
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Restaurant, cafe, and hotel businesses often need these services alongside Class 43 registration:
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Frequently Asked Questions – Class 43 Trademark Registration
What does Trademark Class 43 cover?
Class 43 covers services for providing food and drink and temporary accommodation, including restaurants, cafes, cloud kitchens, bars, catering services, and hotels.
How much does Class 43 trademark registration cost?
Our professional fee starts at ₹1999 plus the government fee of ₹4500 per class for individuals, MSMEs, and startups filing electronically. Companies that are not registered as MSMEs pay a government fee of ₹9000 per class.
Can a cloud kitchen and a dine-in restaurant use the same Class 43 trademark?
Yes, one Class 43 application can cover both dine-in and delivery-only food service, as long as the service description in the application includes both activities.
Do I need a separate trademark if I also sell packaged food products?
Yes. Class 43 only protects food and drink services and accommodation services. If you also sell packaged food products under the same brand, that typically falls under Class 29, 30, or 32 depending on the product.
How long does Class 43 trademark registration take?
The application is usually filed within 24-48 hours of receiving your documents. Full registration, including the four-month journal publication period, typically takes 8 to 18 months if there is no objection or opposition.
Is Class 43 the correct class for a hotel booking or homestay brand?
Yes, temporary accommodation services such as hotels, resorts, guest houses, and homestays fall under Class 43, whether booked directly or through an online platform.
What happens if the Registry objects to my Class 43 application?
Our team prepares and files the required examination report reply or represents you at the hearing, so your restaurant or hotel brand's application stays on track.
How do I start my Class 43 trademark application?
Click the "Apply Now for Trademark" button, complete the secure payment, and share your brand details. Our team begins the trademark availability search the same day.
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