Restaurant Business Owner’s Policy (BOP)
Secure your clients with coverage tailored for restaurant owners, available exclusively through our Broker Connect portal.

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Designed Specifically for Restaurants
With the launch of our new Business Owner’s Policy (BOP), Distinguished Programs expands its Restaurant insurance offerings. This BOP includes key protections such as business income loss, spoilage, and liquor liability. Brokers can now submit BOP business at their convenience through the Broker Connect portal.
Strengthening Coverage for the Restaurant Industry.

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Strengthening Coverage for the Restaurant Industry
Distinguished Programs is proud to offer a Business Owner’s Policy (BOP) tailored for Restaurants. With key coverage options like food contamination and utility interruption, this policy is designed to meet the unique needs of restaurant owners, available for quick submission through our Broker Connect portal.
Submit Anytime. Nationwide Availability. A+ XV Rated Coverage.
One-Stop-Shop
With BOP, our Restaurant product lineup—Package, Umbrella, and Cyber—is now even more comprehensive.
Expertise
Distinguished has been a trusted leader in Restaurant insurance for over 30 years.
Easy Online Submission
Submit BOP business on your own schedule through our Broker Connect portal.
Outstanding Value
For affordable peace-of-mind.
Our Features
- Register your Agency
- Create a Login if you need to add a broker contact to access the portal
- Submit a BOP application directly on the Broker Connect portal here. We’ll review and respond within 24-48 hours.
For security, Microsoft authentication is required for first-time login—this guide will walk you through it.
BOP Restaurant Insurance Advantages
- 24-48 hour response time
- Coverage written on an admitted basis with an A+ XV rated carrier
- Competitive pricing and low minimum premiums
- Access to underwriting experts with over 30 years of industry experience
- Available Nationwide (except AK, FL, HI, NY)
- Casual Dining
Restaurants with full table service often closing by 10 p.m. Liquor sales are typically 25% or less. Our focus is on locally-owned establishments.
Examples:- Family-style Italian
- Pizza shops
- Classic American fare
- Limited Service/Fast Casual
Restaurants where customers order at a counter and pay before eating that are a notch up from fast food in terms of ingredients and dining experience. May be take-out only.
Examples:- Delis/sandwich shops
- Gourmet burger restaurants
- Burrito/taco shops
- Upscale Dining
Small to moderately-sized upscale restaurants closing by 11:00 p.m. Target is accounts that are less formal than traditional fine dining with limited liquor sales.
Examples:- Neighborhood bistros or cafes
- BYOBs
- Farm-to-table concepts
BOP Restaurant Insurance Coverages
- Liquor liability included based on individual risk eligibility
- Excess limits available up to $5M
- Business Income Actual Loss Sustained
- Hired and Non-owned Auto
- Blanket Additional Insured
- Restaurant Enhancement Endorsement that offers additional robust coverages
- $2M/$4M general liability limits available
- EPLI $10,000 or $25,000 limit (select states)
- Data Breach (Cyber) up to $100,000 limit
- Damages to Premises up to $1M limit
- Employee Benefits Liability
- Stop Gap
For more information, please contact:
Heidi Strommen
President, Primary Hospitality
[email protected]
Telephone: (952) 924-6973For portal authentication or technical support, please email [email protected] or call us at: (888) 355-4626 (press #).
For submission or underwriting questions, feel free to email [email protected]
Ready to Submit?
It’s easy. Just go to our online portal and get started. If you haven’t registered as a broker, you’ll need to do that first. And if you need any help, we’re here.

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