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City of New Orleans, Louisiana

mobile food vendors \u2014 permit requirements

City of New Orleans requires an operating permit for mobile food vendors. See details below.

Official source located
Verified May 2026
  1. Contact New Orleans to request the application
  2. Confirm health permit status with LDH Region 1 — Orleans Parish Sanitarian Office
Visit New Orleans website
New Orleans website →Health authority →

Permit requirements

Operating permitRequired — apply before operating
CountyOrleans County
Fire inspectionRequired

Who Regulates

Issuing authorityHealth Department
Health
LDH Region 1 — Orleans Parish Sanitarian Office (State Regional Office)
(504) 568-8244Official site \u2192
State licenseLouisiana Dept. of Health (LDH) — retail food establishment permit

Official Resources

New Orleans official website \u2192
BiteBase provides this information for convenience only. Requirements may change. Always verify current rules directly with the city before operating.