City of Baton Rouge, Louisiana
mobile food vendors \u2014 permit requirements
City of Baton Rouge requires an operating permit for mobile food vendors. See details below.
Official source located
Verified May 2026
- Contact Baton Rouge to request the application
- Confirm health permit status with LDH Region 2 — East Baton Rouge Parish Sanitarian Office
Permit requirements
Operating permitRequired — apply before operating
CountyEast Baton Rouge County
Fire inspectionRequired
Who Regulates
Issuing authorityHealth Department
Health
LDH Region 2 — East Baton Rouge Parish Sanitarian Office (State Regional Office)
(225) 342-7395Official site \u2192
State licenseLouisiana Dept. of Health (LDH) — retail food establishment permit
Official Resources
BiteBase provides this information for convenience only. Requirements may change. Always verify current rules directly with the city before operating.