City of Lake Charles, Louisiana
mobile food vendors \u2014 permit requirements
Lake Charles, Louisiana — mobile food vendors are regulated by the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH). Contact your parish health unit for food establishment licensing and Lake Charles for any local business permits or zoning requirements.
Official source located
Verified May 2026
- Confirm health permit status with LDH Calcasieu Parish Sanitarian Office
- Contact Lake Charles to confirm local permit requirements
Permit requirements
Operating permitContact this city to confirm
CountyCalcasieu County
Who Regulates
Health
LDH Calcasieu Parish Sanitarian Office (Parish Sanitarian Office)
(337) 721-4060Official site \u2192
State licenseLouisiana Dept. of Health (LDH) — retail food establishment permit
Official Resources
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